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.
EDUC 302 Multicultural Education in the Secondary School (3)
Multicultural education in American society and schools; examination of multicultural elements which influence the learning environment in American secondary schools; review of successful programs aimed at making fundamental changes in rules, roles and relationships in schools. 2 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Any course in GEB Area D.
EDUC 305 Teaching and Learning Processes in the Secondary School (3)
Learning processes: selected theories of learning related to teaching; theories of human development and learning; psychological principles involved in the teaching-learning event; self-evaluation of the prospective teacher. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: Any course in GEB Area D.
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 requiredsee Class Schedule. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 300 or LS 230.
EDUC 400 Special Problems for Undergraduates (1-3)
Individual investigation, research, studies or surveys of selected problems. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per quarter. Prerequisite: Junior standing and consent of instructor.
EDUC 403 Literacy in the Content Areas (5)
Application of reading comprehension strategies, instructional methods, and content area study skills for teaching in secondary schools. Includes supervised field experience, observation and instructional participation. 3 seminars, 2 activities. Prerequisite: EDUC 305, or consent of instructor.
EDUC 409 Teaching in the Secondary School (4)
Principles of effective teaching; planning for instruction; management techniques involving instruction; peer coaching. Taken immediately prior to preliminary student teaching. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Admission into the Single Subject Credential program.
EDUC 410 Preliminary Student Teaching (6) (CR/NC)
Part-time assignment in a classroom. 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 preliminary student teaching and approval of campus screening committee for credential candidates.
EDUC 411 Classroom Management and Discipline in the Secondary School (3)
Principles of establishing classroom routines and procedures; maintaining classroom control; managing groups; school law; parent-teacher relations. 2 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 409. Concurrent enrollment in EDUC 410 recommended.
EDUC 420 Student Teaching (12) (CR/NC)
Full-time assignment in a classroom. 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 422 Student Teaching Practicum (Single Subjects) (3)
Practices and problems of student teaching. Current innovations in teaching procedures and materials. Taken concurrently with single subject student teaching. 2 lectures, 1 activity.
EDUC 426 Language Development in the Multilingual K-12 Classroom (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. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 301, EDUC 303, minimal fluency in Spanish, and consent of instructor.
EDUC 427 Theories, Methods, and Assessment for First and Second Language Acquisition (3)
Review of theories, methods, language assessment for N.E.P./L.E.P. students. Methods, including rationale and instruction of primary language skills and concepts, transitional English and redesignation procedures to L.E.P. status. A review of screening and assessment procedures. 3 seminars. Prerequisite: EDUC 426 or consent of instructor.
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 requiredsee Class Schedule. 4 seminars, 2 activities. Prerequisite: EDUC 306, EDUC 307.
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 requiredsee Class Schedule. 2 seminars, 2 activities. Prerequisite: EDUC 306, EDUC 307.
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 requiredsee Class Schedule. 2 seminars, 2 activities. Prerequisite: EDUC 306, EDUC 307; MATH 327, MATH 328.
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 requiredsee Class Schedule. 2 seminars. Prerequisite: EDUC 306, EDUC 307; pass Spanish Proficiency Exam.
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 the Exceptional Individual (4)
Characteristics, incidence, and etiology of individuals with exceptional needs. Problems, assessment, and approaches toward accommodating exceptional students in the regular classroom. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Any course in GEB Area E.1. or E.2, EDUC 300, EDUC 301 or EDUC 305.
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 HD 209, and EDUC 440 or consent of instructor.
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 470 Selected Advanced Topics (1-3)
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 6 units. 1 to 3 lectures. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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: Completion of computer literacy GEB F.1. course, CSC 410 or CSC 416, or equivalent.
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