EDUC-EDUCATION -- 2001-03 Catalog
University Center for Teacher Education

EDUC 125 Efficient Reading (2) (CR/NC)

Development of reading efficiency required in modern business, industry, and the professions, as well as study skills in subject matter content areas. Total credit limited to 4 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 lecture, 1 activity.

EDUC 300 Introduction to the Teaching Profession (3) (CR/NC)

Supervised observation and participation in cooperating schools. Discussion focuses on subject matter taught in grades observed. Separate class sections for students interested in elementary or secondary teaching–see Class Schedule. Total credit limited to 6 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. 2 lectures, 1 activity.

EDUC 301 Introduction to the Learner’s Development, Culture, Language, and Identity (5) (Also listed as CD 301)

Theoretical background of child development for teaching-learning in all aspects of development that influence the teaching-learning process. Special emphasis on multicultural, language, and other diversity issues. Fieldwork activities in public school classrooms. 4 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: PSY 201 or PSY 202.

EDUC 304 Orientation to the Teaching of Students
with Disabilities (2) (CR/NC)

Introduction to the Education Specialist Credential and role of special education in the public school. Required first course in program. Orientation to program and study of self and others, laws and current conditions of special education. Required field observations and activities. 1 seminar, 1 activity. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: Must have had early field experience with students in general and special education.

EDUC 306 Introduction to Effective Teaching and Classroom Management in a Pluralistic Society (4)

Theory, knowledge and skills that serve as guidelines for effective teaching in a pluralistic society. Multicultural education, classroom management and discipline. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 300 or LS 230, junior standing.

EDUC 307 Introduction to the Learner’s Culture, Language and Identity (4)

Introductory knowledge and understanding of cultural concepts, first and second language development, cognitive development and how all interact and influence language acquisition, emotional development, and learning. Miscellaneous course fee may be required-see Class Schedule. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 300 or LS 230.

EDUC 308 Effective Teaching and Classroom Management in the
K-3 Setting with a Multicultural Perspective (2)

Introductory knowledge, theory, and research related to effectively managing, planning, and teaching in a K-3 classroom; connections between preventing discipline problems and choices about curriculum, instruction, and management; creating a positive learning environment for all students. 1 seminar, 1 activity. Prerequisite: LS 230, EDUC/LS 301 and junior standing.

EDUC 309 Effective Teaching and Classroom Management in the
4-8 Setting with a Multicultural Perspective (2)

Introductory knowledge, theory, and research related to effectively managing, planning, and teaching in a 4-8 classroom; connections between preventing discipline problems and choices about curriculum, instruction, and management; creating a positive learning environment for all students. 1 seminar, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 308 and EDUC/CD 301.

EDUC 400 Special Problems for Undergraduates (1–4)

Individual investigation, research, studies or surveys of selected problems. Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter. Prerequisite: Junior standing and consent of instructor.

EDUC 402 English Language Development (ELD) (4)

English as a Second Language (ESL) and bilingual methodologies. Focus on the practical aspects of teaching, organizing, and managing English language instruction for the second language learner. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Admission to teaching credential program or possession of a basic teaching credential.

EDUC 404 Culture and Diversity (4)

Cultural, linguistic and exceptionality issues. Theoretical and historical foundations for pedagogical practices which meet the sociocultural, cognitive and language needs of an increasingly diverse student population. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Admission to teaching credential program or possession of a basic teaching credential.

EDUC 405 Multicultural Field Experience (1–3) (CR/NC)

Supervised advanced field experience and practical application for classroom teachers of culturally and linguistically diverse student populations. 30 hours work per quarter unit. Scheduled meetings between course instructor and student. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: Admission to teaching credential program or possession of a basic teaching credential.

EDUC 406 Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE) (4)

Teaching methods appropriate for content area instruction through specially designed academic instruction delivered in English (SDAIE). Making learning strategies explicit for students. Includes alternative assessment and classroom organization. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Admission to teaching credential program or possession of basic teaching credential.

EDUC 423 Bilingual Literacy (4)

Patterns of classroom organization, application of reading programs, approaches, methods in English and Spanish, and supervised field experiences in elementary classrooms with bilingual students. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Passing of Bilingual Proficiency Exam Level 3 or consent of instructor.

EDUC 427 Theories, Methods, and Assessment for First and Second Language Acquisition (4)

Theories, methods, materials and assessment involved in the instruction of limited English proficient (L.E.P.) students. Bilingual, transitional, and English only programs compared across a historical framework. An integrated language arts approach emphasized, including application of reading programs based on theories of language acquisition. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Admission to teaching credential program or possession of basic teaching credential.

EDUC 428 Teaching K-3 Reading, Language Arts, and Children’s Literature with a Multicultural Perspective (4)

Knowledge and skills for planning, teaching, and evaluating in a balanced, comprehensive, research-based primary (K-3) language arts program, with fieldwork, to ensure children of all abilities and backgrounds success as citizens who read, write, speak, listen and think effectively. Miscellaneous course fee may be required–see Class Schedule. 2 seminars, 2 activities. Prerequisite: Must meet all requirements for acceptance into the Multiple Subject CLAD or BCLAD Credential Program and ENGL 209/303/391/395 (linguistics) , EDUC 308, EDUC/CD 301, and junior standing.

EDUC 429 Teaching 4-8 Grade Reading, Language Arts, and Children’s Literature with a Multicultural Perspective (4)

Knowledge and skills for planning, teaching, and evaluating in a balanced, comprehensive, research-based 4-8 grade language arts program, with fieldwork, to ensure children of all abilities and backgrounds success as citizens who read, write, speak, listen and think effectively. Miscellaneous course fee may be required–see Class Schedule. 2 seminars, 2 activities. Prerequisite: Must meet all requirements for acceptance into the Multiple Subject CLAD or BCLAD Credential Program and EDUC 309 and EDUC 428.

EDUC 430 Teaching Reading and Language Arts with a Multicultural Perspective (6)

Development of knowledge and skills for planning, implementing, and evaluating the teaching of reading and language arts in the elementary grades with attention to children of all abilities and backgrounds. State and national trends. Language development. Miscellaneous course fee may be required-see Class Schedule. 4 seminars, 2 activities. Prerequisite: EDUC 306, EDUC 307, and application for Multiple Subject Credential program.

EDUC 431 Teaching Social Science and the Arts with a Multicultural Perspective (4)

Development of knowledge and skills related to planning, implementing and evaluating integrated social science units of instruction; effects of culture on the selection and implementation of curriculum; knowledge and integration of physical education, art, and music. Miscellaneous course fee may be required-see Class Schedule. 2 seminars, 2 activities. Prerequisite: Either EDUC 306 and EDUC 307, or EDUC 301, EDUC 308, EDUC 309, EDUC 428, and EDUC 429; and application for Multiple Subject Credential program.

EDUC 432 Teaching Science and Mathematics with a Multicultural Perspective (4)

Curriculum and methods in teaching science and mathematics. Selecting, organizing, presenting science and mathematics lessons at the appropriate level throughout the curriculum. Emphasis on thinking processes, manipulative and process skills within the context of the curriculum frameworks. Miscellaneous course fee may be required-see Class Schedule. 2 seminars, 2 activities. Prerequisite: Either EDUC 306 and EDUC 307, or EDUC 301, EDUC 308, EDUC 309, EDUC 428, and EDUC 429; and MATH 327 and MATH 328; and application for Multiple Subject Credential program.

EDUC 433 Bilingual, Crosscultural, Language and Academic Development (2)

Limited to students seeking BCLAD Certification. Theories, methods, and techniques in bilingual education. This course will be taught in Spanish. Miscellaneous course fee may be required-see Class Schedule. 2 seminars. Prerequisite: EDUC 306, EDUC 307, and application for Multiple Subject Credential program; pass Spanish Proficiency Exam Level 3 or consent of instructor.

EDUC 434 Student Teaching – Multiple Subject Credential
(10) CR/NC

Field assignment involving observation, teaching, research and related activities in public elementary and middle school classrooms. Credit/No Credit grading only. Concurrent: EDUC 435. Prerequisite: EDUC 430, EDUC 431, EDUC 432.

EDUC 435 Issues in the K–8 Classroom (4)

Curriculum, community and school site issues related to the K–8 curriculum in multiculltural settings. Teacher responsibilities, unit development, and lesson implementation. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Concurrent: EDUC 434. Prerequisite: EDUC 306, EDUC 307, EDUC 430, EDUC 431, EDUC 432.

EDUC 436 Advanced Student Teaching – Multiple Subject Credential (10) CR/NC

Observation, teaching, research and related activities in public elementary and middle school classroom and school sites. Credit/No Credit grading only. Concurrent: EDUC 437. Prerequisite: EDUC 434, EDUC 435.

EDUC 437 Inquiries into the Teaching Profession (4)

Research-based examination of contemporary issues and their impact upon elementary and middle schools. Exploration of issues which accompany the transition to the first year of teaching, including hiring practices, school politics, and professionalism. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Concurrent: EDUC 436. Prerequisite: EDUC 434, EDUC 435.

EDUC 440 Educating Individuals with Exceptional Needs (4)

Characteristics, incidence, and etiology of individuals with exceptional needs. Problems, assessment, and approaches toward accommodating students with exceptional needs in the regular classroom. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Any course in GE Area D4, EDUC 300, EDUC 301 or EDUC 305.

EDUC 442 Field Experience in General and Special Education (4) (CR/NC)

Public school classroom experiences in both general education classrooms and special education classrooms. Teaching individuals and small groups, emphasis on reading skills. Minimum 20 hours per week. Total credit limited to 8 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: EDUC 304 and acceptance into Education Specialist Credential program. Prerequisite or concurrent: EDUC 445. Must be taken concurrently with EDUC 443.

EDUC 444 The Atypical Infant (4) (Also listed as PSY 444)

Exploration of issues pertinent to the development of atypical infants. Relationship of theory and research to intervention efforts with handicapped, developmentally delayed infants, and other at-risk infants. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Junior standing, PSY 256 or CD 209, and EDUC 440 or consent of instructor.

EDUC 445 Reading/Language Arts Instruction for Special Educators (5)

Diagnostic and remediation of reading problems. Review of phonic and other reading programs. General education (K-12) reading instructions. Alternative methods of developing English language reading skills. Field activities required. 4 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 304, EDUC 440.

EDUC 446 Special Education and Instruction in the K-12 Curriculum (4)

For Education Specialist credential candidates. Curriculum and method in teaching science, social science, mathematics, and the arts at the elementary schools including scope and sequence. The learning environment in the middle, junior high school, and secondary school with emphasis on specific single subject teaching area. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 304, EDUC 440.

EDUC 447 Special Education Field Experience: Behavior Management (4) (CR/NC)

Public school classroom experiences in both general education classrooms and special education classrooms. Teaching individuals and small groups, emphasis on behavior management. Minimum 20 hours per week. Total credit limited to 8 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: EDUC 304 and acceptance into Education Specialist Credential program. Must be taken concurrently with EDUC 450 and EDUC 448.

EDUC 449 Special Education Field Experience: Instructional Strategies (4) (CR/NC)

Participation in public schools as a student teacher in activities representing different roles of special education teachers. Assumption of a teacher's responsibility for individual and small groups. Minimum 20 hours per week. Total credit limited to 8 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: EDUC 304 and acceptance into Education Specialist Credential program. Must be taken concurrently with EDUC 451.

EDUC 450 Behavior Disorders and Classroom Management Strategies (4)

Assessment of students with disruptive classroom performance. Basic strategies for facilitating social-emotional techniques which shift disruptive behavior to appropriate behavior. Evaluation of classroom modifications. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 440 or consent of instructor.

EDUC 451 Special Education Seminar (2) (2) (2) (CR/NC)

Support and understanding of field experiences and the role of special education. Credit/No Credit grading only. Total credit limited to 6 units. 2 seminars. Prerequisite: EDUC 304 and acceptance into Education Specialist Credential program. Must be taken concurrently with EDUC 442, EDUC 447, EDUC 449.

EDUC 452 Support and Transition Strategies in Special
Education (4)

Basic guidance techniques for teachers working with exceptional individuals and their families. Career selection, preparation, and counseling. Transition from school to work, and community resource utilization. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Education Specialist Credential Program.

EDUC 454 Multiple Subject Student Teaching I (7) (CR/NC)

Field assignment involving observation, teaching, professional growth and related activities in public K-8 classrooms. Taken concurrently with EDUC 456 and EDUC 432. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: Senior standing in BS in Liberal Studies and completion of LS 461, acceptance in STEP II of the Multiple Subject Credential Program, EDUC 308, EDUC 309, EDUC 428, EDUC 429, EDUC 481.

EDUC 455 Multiple Subject Student Teaching Seminar I (2)

Educational issues and research; rights and legal responsibilities (teachers and students); reform movements and moral dimensions in education; self evaluation based on domains from standards for the teaching profession; student assessment and evaluation; professional growth; and preparing a job search. 2 seminars. Prerequisite: Senior standing in BS in Liberal Studies and completion of LS 461, acceptance in STEP II of the Multiple Subject Credential Program, EDUC 308, EDUC 309, EDUC 428, EDUC 429, EDUC 431 and concurrently taking the first quarter of student teaching, EDUC 432 and EDUC 454.

EDUC 456 Multiple Subject Student Teaching II (12) (CR/NC)

Second field assignment involving observation, teaching, professional growth and related activities in public K-8 classrooms. Credit/No Credit grading only. Taken concurrently with EDUC 457. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EDUC 454 and EDUC 455, and EDUC 428, EDUC 429, EDUC 431, EDUC 432 and LS 461.

EDUC 457 Multiple Subject Student Teaching Seminar II (2)

Issues related to teaching, moral responsibilities of the profession, setting professional goals, parent conferencing, self-assessment, implementation of formal and standardized assessments, interviews, completion of materials for a job search, and beginning the first year as a teacher. 2 seminars. Taken concurrently with EDUC 456. Prerequisites: Successful completion of EDUC 454 and EDUC 455, and EDUC 428, EDUC 429, EDUC 431 and EDUC 432.

EDUC 458 Summer Quarter Field Experiences: General and Special Education (4) (CR/NC)

Participation in public schools in activities representing different teaching roles in general and special education. Assumption of a teacher's responsibility for individual and small groups. May include student teaching in special education. Minimum 20 hours per week. Total credit limited to 12 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: EDUC 439 and acceptance into Education Specialist Credential program. Must be taken concurrently with EDUC 582.

EDUC 459 Summer Quarter Special Education Seminar (4) (CR/NC)

Provides support and understanding of field experiences and the role of general and special education. Total credit limited to 8 units. 4 seminars. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: EDUC 439 and acceptance into Education Specialist Credential program. Must be taken concurrently with EDUC 580.

EDUC 460 Curriculum and Instruction for Democratic Secondary Schools (3)

Introduction to traditional academic, student-centered, and democratic approaches to curriculum design and methods of teaching. Preparation for one-week intensive teaching experience in 6-12 grade classrooms. 3 seminars. Taken concurrently with EDUC 461. Prerequisite: Admission to post-baccalaureate Single Subject Credential Program or consent of instructor.

EDUC 461 Field Experiences for Curriculum and Instruction for Democratic Schools (1) (CR/NC)

Required field experience for EDUC 460. Observation of teaching in 6-12 classroom. Analysis of curriculum in subject area. Application of course content to a one-week, intensive teaching experience in a 6-12 classroom. 1 activity. Credit/No Credit grading only. Taken concurrently with EDUC 461. Prerequisite: EDUC 300 or equivalent and junior standing or consent of instructor.

EDUC 462 Organization and Management of Instructional Environments for Diverse Learners in the Secondary School (3)

Principles, methods and practices of organizing and managing secondary classrooms including multiple models of classroom discipline and the management of cooperative learning. Issues of law as they relate to teacher’s responsibilities in the classroom. Preparation for a one-week intensive teaching experience in 6-12 classrooms. 3 seminars. Taken concurrently with EDUC 463 (except AGED students who only take EDUC 462). Prerequisite: EDUC 300 or equivalent and junior standing or consent of instructor.

EDUC 463 Field Experience for Organization and Management of Instructional Environments (1)

Required field experience for EDUC 462, development of management strategies for 6-12 classroom including the management of cooperative groups. Preparation for a one-week intensive teaching experience. 1 activity. Taken concurrently with EDUC 462 (except for AGED students who only take EDUC 463). Prerequisite: EDUC 300 or equivalent and junior standing or consent of instructor.

EDUC 464 Literacy in the Content Areas (3)

Principles and strategies for using literacy for learning in the content areas; the role various forms of literacy play in content area , learning, influence of linguistic, social and cultural factors on student literacy learning; strategies for working with diverse student populations. 3 seminars. Taken concurrently with EDUC 465. Prerequisite: EDUC 300 or equivalent.

EDUC 465 Field Experience for Literacy in the Content Area (1)

Required field experience for EDUC 464. Demonstration of small group literacy assessment and instruction in 6-12 classrooms. Preparation for one-week intensive teaching experience in 6-12 classroom. 1 activity. Taken concurrently with EDUC 464. Prerequisite: EDUC 300 or equivalent.

EDUC 466 Learners, Learning and Assessment in Secondary
Schools (3)

Introduction to constructivist theories of learning and characteristics of adolescents as learners. Focus on forms of assessment, such as text construction, portfolio and performance design, and other alternative forms. 3 seminars. Taken concurrently with EDUC 467, EDUC 468 and EDUC 469 (except for AGED students who are not required to take EDUC 466). Prerequisite: EDUC 460, EDUC 461, EDUC 462, EDUC 463, EDUC 464, EDUC 465.

EDUC 467 Field Experience for Learners, Learning and Assessment in Secondary Schools (1)

Field experience for EDUC 466. Creating and using forms of assessment in 6-12 classrooms. Analyzing student learning through observations. 1 activity. Taken concurrently with EDUC 466, EDUC 468, and EDUC 469 (except for AGED students who are not required to take EDUC 466). Prerequisite: EDUC 460, EDUC 461, EDUC 462, EDUC 463, EDUC 464, EDUC 465.

EDUC 468 Teaching in Heterogeneous Classrooms for Secondary Schools (4)

Multicultural education in American society and schools; introductory knowledge of cultural concepts. Preparation for successful teaching of diverse learners. Critical examination of traditional practices that hinder students’ equal access to education. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Taken concurrently with EDUC 466 and EDUC 467. Prerequisite: EDUC 460, EDUC 461, EDUC 462, EDUC 463, EDUC 464, EDUC 465.

EDUC 469 Part-Time Student Teaching (6) (CR/NC)

Part-time assignment in a classroom (Single Subject only). Includes teaching activities under the direction of a selected cooperating teacher in consultation with a university supervisor. Assignment consists of an entire morning in the classroom (or the equivalent) for one quarter. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: Completion of courses and requirements to begin student teaching and approval of campus screening committee for credential candidates. Taken concurrently with EDUC 466, EDUC 467, EDUC 468.

EDUC 470 Selected Advanced Topics (1–4)

Directed group study of selected topics for advanced students. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Class schedule will list topic selected. Total credit limited to 8 units. 1 to 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

EDUC 479 Student Teaching (12) (CR/NC)

Full-time assignment in a classroom (Single Subject only). Includes teaching activities under the direction of a selected cooperating teacher in consultation with a university supervisor. Assignment consists of an entire teaching day in the school for one quarter. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: Completion of all courses and requirements prerequisite to full-time student teaching and approval by campus screening committee for credential candidates.

EDUC 480 Computer Based Curriculum (3)

Computer assisted instruction and computer based technology. Lesson planning and integration of technology into the K-12 curriculum. Familiarization with available educational courseware and software. Emphasis on classroom application. Miscellaneous course fee required–see Class Schedule. 2 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Computer literacy, CSC 488 or CSC 416, or equivalent.

EDUC 500 Individual Study (1–4)

Advanced study planned and completed under the direction of a member of the department faculty. Open only to graduate students who have demonstrated ability to do independent work. Enrollment by petition. Only 6 units may be applied to degree requirements. Prerequisite: Consent of department head, graduate major adviser, and supervising faculty member.

EDUC 501 Problems and Practices in Curriculum Development (3)

Overview of major curriculum trends; planning and development of a comprehensive curriculum project geared to individual needs and interests. Emphasis on practicality. 3 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 503 Seminar in Language Arts Curriculum and Methods (4)

Language arts curriculum: objectives, methods, content, materials, evaluation, current trends, research and field work activities. 3 seminars. 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 504 Seminar in Science and Mathematics Curriculum and Methods (4)

In-depth study of science and mathematics curriculum. Objectives, methods, content, materials, evaluation, current trends, and assessments. Miscellaneous course fee may be required–see Class Schedule. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 505 Seminar in Social Studies Curriculum and Methods (4)

In-depth study of the social studies curriculum: objectives, methods, content, materials, evaluation, current trends and field work activities. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 506 Models of Instruction (4)

Analysis of a wide variety of approaches to elementary and secondary teaching that guide instruction in the classroom and in other educational settings. In-depth analysis and implementation of selected teaching strategies. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 507 Instructional Materials and Technology (3)

Examination of commercial and teacher-made supplemental materials, software, and technological tools in curriculum, and their implementation. Systematic evaluation of the effectiveness of materials and technology. Miscellaneous course fee required–see Class Schedule. 2 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 510 Educational Finance and Resource Allocation (4)

Financing public schools in America: historical and current sources and types of funding. District level and site level funding and budgeting including priorities and purchasing procedures. Financial implications of personnel contracts and obligations. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.

EDUC 511 Educational Law and Governance (4)

Legal aspects of school administration including unions, collective bargaining, and contract administration. Governing roles of federal, state, and local agencies including boards and district administrators. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.

EDUC 512 Educational Organization and Management (4)

Principles of organization, management, and leadership and their relationship to educational effectiveness and productivity. Activity experience in the application of management theory in schools. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.

EDUC 513 Educational Planning and Decision Making (4)

Concepts of planning and decision making in educational administration that utilize a wide range of data gathering and analysis procedures. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.

EDUC 514 School Site Administration (4)

Principles and practices of effective building level administration in multicultural/multilingual environment. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.

EDUC 515 Educational Program Management and Evaluation (4)

Supervision, management, and evaluation of educational curriculum and educational programs. Current trends in program management including mapping, monitoring, alignment. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.

EDUC 516 Educational Personnel Management and Evaluation (4)

Principles and processes for the supervision and evaluation of certificated and classified staff including legal, research, and professional considerations. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.

EDUC 517 Organizational Development in Education (3)

Educator's role in group processes, including fundamentals of human relations, working with formal and informal groups, and applying organizational development strategies to enhance school effectiveness. 3 seminars. Prerequisite: admission to MA Education program.

EDUC 518 Administrative Services Fieldwork (3) (CR/NC)

Supervised fieldwork in school administration for supervision at the elementary and secondary level. Assignments must encompass three of the four academic quarters and must involve some multicultural experience. Total credit limited to 18 units, only 9 of which may be applied toward master's degree. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: Admittance to the Administrative Services Credential program and consent of instructor.

EDUC 525 Literacy and Reading Processes, Programs and
Technology (4)

Physiological, psychological and psycholinguistic components of the reading process. Applications of research findings of teaching reading, including innovative programs and the use of reading technology. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 526 Diagnostic Procedures in Literacy and Reading (4)

Formal and informal methods of diagnosing and remediating reading problems in classrooms and reading clinics. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 529 Bilingual Special Education and Reading Instruction (4)

Principles, procedures and materials for teaching reading to bilingual students coupled with diagnostic and prescriptive methods for understanding reading problems of the bilingual and bilingual special education student. Miscellaneous course fee required–see Class Schedule. 2 seminars, 2 activities. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 530 Secondary, College, and Adult Literacy Practices (4)

Principles, procedures, and materials for improving literacy and reading in the subject matter areas with students of different backgrounds and abilities in grades 7 through college. Field experiences in teaching reading to adults, college, or secondary students. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 531 Supervision of Reading Programs (4)

Acquisition and application of the principles of supervision in a field setting by organizing, equipping and staffing classes; communicating with individuals and others employed in teaching reading; provide inservice programs and develop reading curriculum. Assessment of school reading programs. 2 seminars, 2 activities. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 532 Advanced Field Experiences in Education (3–12) (CR/NC)

Supervised advanced field experience and practical application of specialty for classroom teachers, reading and special education specialists, administrators and school support personnel. Total credit limited to 18 units for specialist credentials. Total credit limited to 6 units for the master's degree. 30 hours work experience per unit of credit. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: Graduate standing, completion of basic teaching or administrative credential, or consent of instructor.

EDUC 533 Internship (3) CR/NC

Supervised experience as an employed professional. Supervision conducted cooperatively with university and employer. Setting must be approved in advance. Limited to candidates in approved internship programs. Total credit limited to 12 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: EDUC 440, graduate standing.

EDUC 542 Administration of Special Programs and Services (4)

Principles and practices of organizing and administering special education, reading, counseling, and other support programs. Assessment and placement procedures, middle management's role, overview of specially funded programs, historical precedents and future trends. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.

EDUC 545 Characteristics and Instruction of Pupils with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (4)

Characteristics of, and instructional strategies for students with mild/moderate disabilities. Organization and management of the special classroom. Evaluation of the instructional system. Individualization of instruction, and interaction in the total school environment. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 440.

EDUC 547 Atypical Learning Patterns and Curricular
Adaptations (4)

Theoretical considerations of learning patterns deviating from normal development. Educational implications of current theories of cognitive development and brain function as applied to individuals with disabilities. Development and application of a remedial therapy with appropriate individual(s). 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Level I credential program or masters degree program.

EDUC 550 Assessment Strategies for Special Education (4)

Using norm referenced, criterion referenced, and curriculum based testing for assessing academic, behavioral, and physical status of individuals with exceptional needs for referral purposes. Instructional and evaluation decisions regarding exceptional students in school settings. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Education Specialist Credential Program.

EDUC 551 Characteristics and Teaching Strategies for Pupils with Moderate/Severe Disabilities (4)

Definition and social behavioral characteristics of students with moderate to severe disabilities. Instructional strategies emphasizing law, assessment, educational settings, and the collaborative strategies necessary for facilitating the inclusion of students with moderate/severe disabilities in general education settings. Emphasis on the communication, social skills, movement, mobility, sensory and specialized health care issues of students with moderate to severe disabilities. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 440.

EDUC 553 Current Issues, Emerging Research and Practices in Special Education (4)

Consideration of assumptions and techniques of educational research regarding the educational, personal, social and vocational difficulties affecting the development of individuals with exceptional needs; emphasizing their applicability to general and specific educational programs. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Admission to Special Education Program or consent of instructor.

EDUC 555 Counseling and Communication (4)

Overview of the counseling profession, history, philosophy, theory and ethics. Emphasis on developing interviewing, assessment and communication skills. Required practicum. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Admission to MA Education program.

EDUC 556 Ethnic Counseling (4)

Socio-psychological and psycho-historical analysis of the visible ethnic and ethnic experience. Effects of poverty, history and the significance of oppression. Counseling techniques, assessment, community relations and required activities. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Admission to MA Education program.

EDUC 557 Career Development (4)

Counselor role in career decision making to include career choice theory, appraisal instruments, community referral resources, occupational information, computerized retrieval systems, and personal and social data and required activities. Miscellaneous course fee required–see Class Schedule. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 555 and admission to MA Education program.

EDUC 558 Academic Counseling in Elementary Schools (4)

Effective developmental and preventative counseling in an elementary school's academic setting. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and P.P.S. credential candidate, or consent of instructor.

EDUC 559 Academic Counseling in Secondary Schools (4)

Effective procedures in teaching and counseling in secondary schools to increase the academic and test taking performance of students. To include study skills, career planning and decision making, and application of computer software. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and P.P.S. credential candidate, or consent of instructor.

EDUC 560 Counseling Theories and Assessment (4)

Counseling theories and concepts applied to individuals. Develop skills in interviewing, assessment intervention selection, termination and crisis intervention. Ethics and law included. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 555 and admission to MA Education program.

EDUC 561 Group Counseling (3)

Theory and practice of group counseling, client selection, group structure, process and termination, and application of theories to specific developmental groups. Communication and facilitation skills emphasized with relevant ethics and law. 2 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC/PSY 555, EDUC 560 or consent of instructor.

EDUC 562 Student Development–Higher Education (4)

Exploration of the roles and competencies of the student development specialist in higher education. Review of relevant developmental theory with emphasis on practical implementation. Explore current issues and trends in higher education, and organizational framework. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Admission to MA Education program.

EDUC 563 Counseling At-Risk Students (3)

Specific counseling strategies and issues related to chronic absenteeism of public school students. Will study alienation, violence, parenting, drugs and alcohol, HIV/AIDS, and other critical current topics. 3 seminars. Prerequisite: Admission to MA Education program.

EDUC 573 Field Experience, Counseling (1–12) (CR/NC)

Practical application of guidance services and counseling in public schools, colleges and community settings. Seminars with university staff included. Total credit limited to 24 units. Credit/No Credit grading only Maximum of 6 units may be applied toward MA Education. Prerequisite: EDUC/PSY 555, EDUC 560 and Advancement to Candidacy.

EDUC 581 Graduate Seminar in Education (1–3)

Contemporary problems in education. Trends, developments, and issues. Total credit limited to 9 units. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 586 Introduction to Inquiry in Education (3)

Introduction to professional literature search techniques and to professional organizations as a basis for educational inquiry. Explanation of social construction of knowledge, and the philosophical basis of quantitative and qualitative research. 2 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Admission to UCTE master’s program.

EDUC 587 Educational Foundations and Current Issues (4)

Historical, organizational, legal and philosophical characteristics of American education. Emphasis on the analysis of contemporary issues focusing on these characteristics. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 588 Education, Culture, and Learning (4)

Cultural characteristics of educational institutions and practice. Review of theory and research relating to the social and organizational context in which learning and teaching takes place. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

EDUC 589 Educational Research Methods (3)

Introduction to research methodologies, application of inferential and descriptive statistics, critical analysis of research designs and data collection techniques. 2 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 586.

EDUC 590 Research Applications in Education (3)

Application of social science research techniques to problems in education and human services. Capstone experience for the UCTE master’s inquiry course sequence. Completion of an inquiry project required. 1 seminar, 2 activities. Prerequisite: EDUC 586 and EDUC 589.

EDUC 591 Induction Planning and Assessment (1-6) (CR/NC)

In year one, development and monitoring an induction and assessment plan designed to meet the candidate's needs and goals. In year two, completion of induction plan and implementation of a collaborative action research project. Total credit limited to 6 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: acceptance into the Professional Administrative Services Credential program.

EDUC 592 Principles of Administrative Practice (1) (CR/NC)

Thematic application of a set of five principles of administrative practice that are integrated into coursework modules. Theory and practical application of leadership modules and skills specific to the needs of new administrators. Class Schedule will list number of modules offered each quarter. Total credit limited to 18 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: acceptance into the Professional Administrative Services Credential program.

EDUC 599 Thesis or Project (3) (3)

Completion of a thesis or project pertinent to the field of education. Prerequisite: Consent of graduate committee and supervising faculty member(s).