Education Courses

EDU 304 (3) LEGAL, ETHICAL, AND WESLEYAN PERSPECTIVES ON EDUCATION

Major laws and principles regarding the historical and contemporary purposes, roles and functions of education in American society are examined. Research on the social and cultural conditions of K-12 schools is analyzed in relation to the purposes, functions and inequalities of schools. The role of Christian educators in public and private schools from the Wesleyan tradition and perspective is emphasized. Open to all majors. 30 fieldwork hours are required.

EDU 306 (3) PRINCIPLES OF LANGUAGE ACQUISITION

Provides candidates with the foundational understanding of English learners that equips candidates to use effective pedagogy for English learners in their classrooms to provide access to academic content and for language development. This course further provides candidates with a beginning understanding of the impact of cultural context on student learning (2042 Standards 5,7,13), language structure and use, first and second language development and their relationship to academic achievement (CTEL I Domains 1 and 2), assessment of English learners, foundations of English language literacy, development and content instruction, and approaches and methods for ELD and Content Instruction (CTEL 2 Domains 1, 2, and 3) are examined.

EDU 324 (3) DIFFERENTIATED MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION FOR ALL LEARNERS

Planning of content-specific instruction and delivery of content consistent with state-adopted K-8 mathematics standards is the focus. The interrelated components of a balanced program of mathematics and the fostering of positive attitudes toward mathematics are stressed. Includes instruction on how to model and teach students to solve problems using multiple strategies and to anticipate, recognize and clarify mathematical misunderstandings that are common among K-8 students. A total of 15-20 fieldwork hours are required.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 223.

EDU 402 (3) RESEARCH-BASED LEARNING THEORY

An overview of the major concepts, principles, theories and research related to the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional and physical development of children and adolescents. Effective instructional strategies that ensure active and equitable participation of all students are analyzed and applied. Thirty fieldwork hours are required.

EDU 490 (1-3) SPECIAL STUDIES IN EDUCATION

Intensive study in a special topic in education under the direction of faculty member. May be repeated for a total of six units.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

EDU 499 (1-3) RESEARCH IN EDUCATION

Open to students of proven ability. May be repeated for a total of six units.
Prerequisites: Consent of the dean of the School of Education and of instructor.