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Education
Interdepartmental Programs and Courses
Interdepartmental Programs and Courses
COURSES
- Undergraduate Education and Human Development Courses (EHD)
- In-Service Education and Human Development
Courses (EHD)
Education and Human Development
(EHD)
50. Introduction to Teaching (2)
Orientation to role of teacher in public schools; observation
of teacher-pupil in teraction, instructional approaches, classroom
management in elementary, secondary, and/or middle schools; two-hour
lecture weekly, plus two-hour school site observation weekly,
not including travel. CR/NC grading only.
101. Peace Education (1-3; max total 3)
An introduction to peaceful conflict resolution strategies for
use in the home, school, community, and international relations
including educational models and programs for the prevention of
nuclear war. A multidisciplinary approach with invited speakers
and audiovisual presentations.
107. Child Abuse (3)
Develops perspectives on child abuse and child victimization.
Assessment, treatment, and prevention of child abuse/neglect are
covered. Other areas include: effects of divorce, media, and war
on the lives of children and children's rights. Course meets licensure
and licensure renewal requirements for many professional groups.
108. Intervention and Counseling for Helping Professions (3)
Focuses on crisis intervention and the coping process. Looks at
ways of assisting persons directly and indirectly affected by
crises such as crime victimization, family change, and other problems.
109. Education for Community Change (3)
The capacity of a society to ensure individuals a safe environment
and a high quality of life is dependent on its ability to respond
to needs and make appropriate changes. Examples of specific mechanisms
for affecting public policy is explored. Includes such activities
as advocacy, interprofessional collaboration, planning strategies,
legislative proposals, grant writing, grass roots organizing,
and public education efforts at the city, county, and state levels.
110. Initial Student Teaching (1-3; max total 3)
Prerequisites: admission to Multiple Subject Program; ERF 130;
CTET 150 and LEE 146 must be taken concurrently, except in Option
IV. Supervised activities and teaching in public school classrooms.
Forty minutes per day per unit with additional conference periods.
CR/NC grading only. (Instructional materials fee, $7)
111. Classroom Management in Elementary Settings (1)
Prerequisites: admission to Multiple Subject Credential Program
(Option II); ERF 130ECE, and ERF 140ECE. Introduction to a broad
variety of classroom management issues, philosophies, and strategies
through observation, discussion, and guest speakers, as well as
by self-assessment of EHD 114 field experiences. CR/NC grading
only. (Formerly T ED 110)
114. Initial Student Teaching - Curriculum and Reading (2)
Prerequisites: admission to Multiple Subject Credential Program
(Option II); ERF 130ECE, and ERF 140ECE, concurrent enrollment
with LEE 146 and LEE 148. Supervised reading and curriculum activities
and teaching in elementary school classrooms. CR/NC grading only.
(Formerly EHD 112, EHD 114)
115. Liberal Studies Senior Project (3)
Prerequisite: senior standing and if planning to enter the Multiple
Subject Credential Program, EHD 50 or equivalent. Supervised tutorial
in the public schools, working one-on-one with students identified
as "at risk" of school failure. A journal, final paper,
and other written and oral work are required. One hour lecture,
three hours tutorial.
155A. Student Teaching in Secondary School (5)
Prerequisites: admission to the Single Subject Credential Program;
ERF 151, 152, and CTET 159 must be taken prior to or concurrently
with EHD 155A. Student teaching in middle school under clinical
supervision; assignment requires 3 hours per day, Monday through
Friday. CR/NC grading only. (Instructional materials
fee, $15)
155B. Student Teaching in Secondary School (5 or 10; max total
10)
Prerequisites: admission to student teaching; EHD 155A; CTET 161
(or concurrently, depending on major departmental policy); senior
or postbaccalaureate standing; approval of major department including
subject matter competency approval; completion of the subject
matter preparation program or passing the subject matter examination(s)
designated by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Supervised teaching in a single subject classroom; assignment
is for the full day; five days per week. CR/NC grading only.
160A. Student Teaching in Elementary School (5)
Prerequisites: admission to the Multiple Subject Credential Program;
completion of all requirements for admission to student teaching;
ERF 140 or concurrent enrollment. Supervised teaching in public
school classrooms; assignment requires a minimum of one-half day,
five days per week. CR/NC grading only. (Instructional materials
fee, $5)
160B. Student Teaching in Elementary School (5)
Prerequisites: admission to the Multiple Subject Credential Program;
completion of all requirements for admission to student teaching;
ERF 140 or concurrent enrollment. Supervised teaching in public
school classrooms; assignment requires one-half day, five days
per week. Assignment also requires two weeks of full-time teaching.
CR/NC grading only. (Instructional materials fee, $5)
160C. Student Teaching in Elementary School (10)
Prerequisites: admission to the Multiple Subject Credential Program;
completion of all requirements for admission to student teaching;
ERF 140 or concurrent enrollment. Supervised teaching in public
school classrooms; assignment is one-half day for the first five
weeks and all day for the last ten weeks. CR/NC grading only.
(Instructional materials fee, $10)
180T. Topics in Education and Human Development (1; max total
9)
Issues and topics in education and human development.
IN-SERVICE COURSES
(See Course Numbering System.)
Education and Human Development (EHD)
Note: EHD 306, 316, and 326 are equivalent to
the CSU consortium courses Designated Subjects 306, 316, and 326.
They satisfy specified requirements for the Designated Subjects
Credential for Adult and Vocational Education.
306. Foundations of Adult/Vocational Education (3)
Scope and function of adult education, curriculum principles and
practices, instructional techniques and media, student and instructional
evaluation.
316. Seminar in Adult/Vocational Education (3)
Prerequisite: EHD 306. Community and occupational relationships,
work experience, counseling and guidance, leadership development,
community and cultural differences.
317. Curriculum Development (2)
Candidates will be able to prepare unit plans including goals,
objectives, topical outlines, strategies, activities, safety considerations,
materials, and student assessment instruments that are well-defined
and coordinated.
318. Learning and Instruction (2)
Emphasis on individual traits and differences during stages of
development affecting how students learn. Candidates will use
a variety of instructional techniques, strategies, activities,
and materials that are appropriate for students with diverse needs
and learning styles.
319. Classroom and Laboratory Management (1)
Candidates will demonstrate proficiency in the operation and maintenance
of a facility for vocational instruction. Successful completion
of these course requirements satisfies Standard 12 of Level I.
320. Evaluation (1)
Teacher candidates will identify students' prior knowledge and
skills, develop individualized instructional objectives, evaluate
student performance and achievements, and assess overall program
effectiveness.
321. Curriculum Development and Evaluation (2)
Teacher candidates will prepare unit plan and lesson plans that
include goals, objectives, strategies, activities, and safety
considerations, as well as materials and student assessment instruments
that are well-defined and coordinated.
322. Special Needs (1)
Prerequisite: completion of Level 1 requirements. Specifically
addresses the identification of special needs populations and
those learning strategies, activities, and materials that may
be utilized to be successful with a very diverse student population.
323. Learning, Instruction, and Classroom (2)
Focus on presenting ideas, concepts, and procedures using clear
and meaningful language. Candidates will use a variety of instructional
techniques, strategies, activities, and materials that are appropriate
for students with diverse needs and learning styles.
324. Foundations of Vocational Education (1)
Teacher candidates will understand the concepts of vocational
education and how it relates to other subject areas. History,
traditions, current delivery systems, and current initiatives
will be addressed. Teacher candidates will acquire an understanding
of current policies, funding, practices, and issues.
325. Perspectives on the Adult Learner:
Adult Learning Styles and the Role of the Teacher (2)
Prerequisites: CBEST or high school diploma or GED. Overview of
the diversity in adult population, adult learning process, and
interpersonal relations. Examination of a variety of theories,
techniques, and strategies to enhance adult learning. Emphasis
will be on adult student characteristics and learning styles.
326. Independent Study in Adult/Vocational Education (3)
Prerequisite: EHD 316. Individually prescribed assignments in
terms of candidate's educational and occupational background and
teaching field.
327. Instructional Strategies and Evaluative Techniques
in Adult Education (2)
Centers on the practical applications of adult learning theory.
Topics include handling the diversity of adult learning styles,
developing dynamic instructional strategies, utilizing learning
retention techniques, evaluating instruction, and student assessment.
329. Curriculum, Instructional Technology,
and Community Legislative and Occupational Relationships (3)
Overview of the essential elements in the design, development,
and delivery of successful adult education classes, including
the use of technology in the classroom. Addresses current issues
which impact adult education.
353. Curriculum Problems and Practices
(1-3; max total 12 if no topic repeated)
Prerequisite: teaching credential. Individual or group projects
in curriculum analysis, implementation, and evaluation; implications
of individual differences and environmental factors. Written report
required. May not be applied to a master's program.
361. General Methods of Teaching (3)
Basic principles of teaching and application to the classroom;
implications of methods for classroom management, motivation,
pupil behavior, and reporting to parents; preparation of instructional
plans and evaluation instruments.
363F. Fieldwork in Curriculum
(1-3; max total 6 if no project repeated)
Prerequisite: regular credential or recommendation of the principal.
Special projects in curriculum implementation and evaluation.
Individual or group projects. Written report submitted to instructor
and school district (individual or group conference; hours arranged).
381. Planning and Organizing Outdoor Education (3)
Prerequisite: teaching experience. Role of the public school in
promoting learning opportunities outside the classroom; outdoor
science, conservation, education, health and safety, group living,
camp work experience, and nature study; responsibilities of classroom
teachers for outdoor leader ship. (Seminar, lab, field trips)
395. Supervision of Student Teachers (2; max total 4)
Prerequisites: postbaccalaureate standing, teaching experience.
Supervision and evaluation of student teachers; role of the supervising
classroom teacher, college supervisor, and other personnel. CR/NC
grading only.
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