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College of Professional Studies Course Descriptions
edJ 3116 library research in the electronic age 2–3 edn 5211 Curriculum i: Secondary 3
An introduction to accessing, critically evaluating, and using a Provides a foundation in curriculum development (for the
variety of library research sources including reference books, single-subject credential program). Focuses on various formats for
indexes, Cd-rOM, automated library catalogs, and remote access developing lesson plans and on subject-area competency. Stu dents
tools such as the Internet. Fulfills upper-division general-education develop familiarity with state frameworks (relevant to student area
library research requirements.
of specialization) and begin to explore instructional materials.
edJ 3120 Critical Thinking 3 edn 5212 C&i: english-language arts (MS) 3
An introduction to logic, a tool that enables investigation of any Provides a foundation in curriculum and instructional planning.
subject by reasoning. develops skills for enhanced critical awareness Candidates work in groups to develop interdisciplinary lessons and
of social and cultural conditioning and provides a working units for teaching English language arts in self-contained settings.
knowledge of the tools of critical assessment and intuitive Focuses on needs of kindergarten through third-grade children.
approaches to problem solving. Fulfills
general-education critical thinking requirement.
upper-division
edn 5215 C&i for Secondary Schools i 3
edJ 4005 The learning Process 2
Introduces principles, methods, and processes that are funda mental
for teaching subject specific content in secondary school settings.
An exploration of theoretical and personal ways of learning and
knowing. Students explore the effects that gender, ethnicity, race,
learning and cognitive style, intelligence, personality, and history
edn 5220 Curriculum ii:
Math and natural Science 3
have on their learning process. Students will also explore the idea Emphasis is on teaching mathematics and science for
of critical and creative thinking as it is applied to learning.
fourth-through sixth-grade children. Working in groups, students
edJ 4996a–B Senior Project i–ii 1.5/1.5
create lesson plans centering on mathematics and science and
address ing social science and the humanities.
A focused, in-depth, 20–25 page capstone essay on a topic of
student’s choosing relating to their specializations. A two-quarter
edn 5221 Curriculum ii: Secondary 3
project that provides students the opportunity to demonstrate Continued development of skills from Curriculum I. Emphasis on
mastery of research, deepen their understanding of a topic that has applying skills to different ages, developing interdisciplinary and
engaged them during their undergraduate program. It provides an more complex lessons and units, and assessing student achievement.
opportunity to achieve and complete a writing project of significant
scope, under the guidance of both a faculty advisor and a course
instructor. Prerequisites: Completion of all communication skills
require ments.
edn 5222 C&i: Mathematics (MS) 3
Focuses on the California framework and academic content
standards and subject-specific pedagogy for teaching mathemat ics
in K–8 classrooms.
education [edn] Courses
edn 5225 C&i for Secondary Schools ii 3
These are graduate-level Education courses.
Focuses on application of principles of instructional design and
edn 5000 The Whole Child 3
curriculum development for teaching specific subject areas in
secondary schools. Candidates will develop lesson and unit plans
Explores ways to work effectively with children, adolescents, and with emphasis on providing their students with equitable access to
parents with an emphasis on approaches that foster empathy and learning.
respect for cultural, religious, sexual, socioeconomic, physical, and
learning style differences.
edn 5230 Curriculum iii: Social Science 3
edn 5005 introduction to Computer-Based Technology
in education 1
Emphasizes understanding the adolescent learner and such teaching
strategies as cooperative learning and other forms of group work
along with continued development of skills from Curriculum I;
Students will learn about and begin to use entry-level computer development of more complex lessons and units and development
knowledge and skills for communication, research, analysis, and of an integrated thematic unit of six to eight weeks’ duration.
presentation as they relate to education.
edn 5006 Technology, learning, and Social issues 1
edn 5231 Curriculum iii: Secondary 3
Addresses how to assess student achievement, manage the
Students will acquire knowledge and skills for integrating classroom, develop a community of learners, and integrate
tech nology into teaching of subject-area curriculum and issues curricula. Participants will develop an integrated thematic unit of
related to child safety, copyright, and privacy.
six to eight weeks’ duration.
edn 5020 a Passion for reading 3 edn 5232 C&i history/Social Science 3
Stresses the development of skills necessary to make lifelong readers Focuses on developing curriculum and instructional lessons and
of all youths. Includes effective ways to introduce litera ture, units for teaching history and social science content in K–8 using
choosing the best readers and materials, and reading for pleasure, California framework and standards. Emphasis given to multiple
information, and educational success.
perspectives and approaches.
edn 5021 reading in Secondary Schools 3 edn 5235 C&i for Secondary Schools iii 3
Introduces principles, methods, and processes that are funda mental Focuses on constructs of curriculum and instructional design for
to developing literacy across the curriculum in middle and high developing subject-specific lessons and units for teaching in
schools.
secondary schools.
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