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EDUC 444B - Be the Change You Want to See: Active Citizenship in a Multicultural World
Credits:
4.00
This is a first-year inquiry course intended primarily for
students participating in the Common Purposes residential
living program. The course offers multidisciplinary content
focused on active citizenship in a pluralistic democracy.
The primary organizing concept of the course is community;
assignments focus on deliberative dialogue, public
reasoning , collective action, and social justice. The
course is taught as a seminar and includes on-campus and
off-campus applied projects.
EDUC 500 - Exploring Teaching
Credits:
4.00
For students considering a teaching career. In-school
experiences to develop introductory skills in teaching.
On-site seminars for analysis and evaluation. Assessment
and advising related to teaching as a career. Prerequisite
for further work toward teacher licensure. Minimum of 7
hours a week, plus travel time, required. Repeatable up to
a maximum of 8 credits. Prereq: permission. Cr/F.
EDUC 506 - Literacy Tutoring at the Elementary School Level
Credits:
2.00
Supports students volunteering as reading and writing
tutors in local elementary schools. Explores student-tutor
relationships, student engagement, mentoring, literacy
best-practices, and lesson-planning. Includes a weekly
tutoring commitment through Seacoast Reads. May be repeated
up to 3 times (6 credits). Cr/F.
EDUC #507 - Mentoring Adolescents
Credits:
2.00
This seminar is intended for undergraduate men and women
who are mentoring local middle-school students on a weekly
basis. The mentoring involves minimally tutoring the
mentees once a week at their schools. The seminar meets
twice a month for two hours. Additionally, one tutoring
session a month is reserved for a focus group discussion
involving the mentors and their mentees at the school site.
May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.
EDUC 520 - Education, Poverty, and Development
Credits:
4.00
An examination of the human and institutional relationships
among education, poverty, and social development. This
course will emphasize the ways in which access to
universal, effective education is correlated with the
incidence of childhood poverty and its reduction in the US
and selected countries in the developed and developing
world. Interactive, discussion-based clases. Prior
coursework in social or political sciences, economics,
international affairs, heatlh sciences, or related fields
suggested. Not open to freshmen. 4 credits.
EDUC 550 - Language and Linguistic Diversity in Schools
Credits:
4.00
The course offers a broad examination of language and
linguistic diversity, drawing from
education,sociolinguistics, anthropology, child
development, and related fields. Through the critical
examination of the language environments of schools,
assumptions of linguistic diversity are examined. Various
educational system interventions, presenting successes,
challenges, limitations, and controversies are considered.
A minimum of 20hrs of fieldwork beyond classroom time is
required. Students have the opportunity to identify age
group preference for field placement. Prereq: permission.
EDUC 556 - Mentoring Adolescents with Disabilities in the Transition to Work
Credits:
2.00
This course introduces undergraduates to a mentoring
experience with an adolescent with a disability in a
supportive setting. Students develop a beginning
understanding of disabilities and the impact those
disabilities might have on learning; the development of
work related skills; and the importance of natural supports
within the work environment. Each mentor/mentee
relationship will be individualized based on the needs of
the participants. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits
EDUC 694 - Courses in Supervised Teaching
Credits:
8.00
Supervised Teaching of Music. Cr/F. Supervised Teaching of
Adult and Occupational Education. Cr/F. Supervised
Teaching of Mathematics. Cr/F.
EDUC 694D - Courses in Supervised Teaching
Credits:
4.00
Supervised teaching of Kinesiology. Kinesiology majors
only. Cr/F.
EDUC 700 - Educational Structure and Change
Credits:
4.00
To assume leadership roles, beginning teachers need to
develop an informed understanding of how they can operate
effectively as decision-makers and agents of change within
educational institutions. Such understandiing entails
knowledge of the politics, history, organization, and
function of schools from a variety of viewpoints:
historical, sociologoical, political, and cross-cultural.
This course focuses on the structure of public education,
on the nature of educational change, and the teacher's role
in the change process.
EDUC 701 - Human Development and Learning: Educational Psychology
Credits:
4.00
Child development through adolescence, theories of
learning (including Piaget, infromation processing, and
Vygotsky), conceptions of intelligence, moral education,
research in teaching and teacher effectiveness,
cross-cultural variability, gender and sexual orientation,
management and discipline, and assessment and grading --
all applied to problems of classroom and individual
teaching and learning; A) Human Development and Learning:
Educational Psychology; B) Human Development: Educational
Psychology; C) Human Learning: Educational Psychology; D)
Developmental Basis of Learning and Emotional Problems; E)
Learning Theory, Modification of Behavior, and Classroom
Management; F) Cognitive and Moral Development; G)
Evaluating Classroom Learning; H) Deliberate Psychological
Education; I) Sex Role Learning and School Achievement; J)
The Development of Thinking. Prerequisite for teacher
licensure: EDUC 500 and junior status. Prerequisite for
students not seeking teacher licensure: instructor
permission and junior status. 701A has a special fee when
taught in Manchester. Writing intensive.
EDUC 703 - Alternative Teaching Models
Credits:
2.00 or 4.00
Basic teaching models, techniques of implementation, and
relationships to curricula. A) Alternative Teaching
Models; B) Curriculum Planning for Teachers; G) Language
Arts for Elementary Teachers; H) Experiential Curriculum;
I) Children with Special Needs; Teaching Strategies for the
Classroom Teacher; K) Writing across the Curriculum; L)
Learning and LOGO; EDUC 791 is required for science
candidates. For all other secondary education candidates,
the appropriate methods course in the department of major
is required. See the Schoolhouse Book for specific course
listings. Prerequisite for teacher licensure: EDUC 500 and
junior status. Prerequisite for students not seeking
teacher licensure: instructor permission and junior status.
EDUC 703C - Classroom Management: Creating Positive Learning Environments
Credits:
4.00
This course is designed to help prospective and current
teachers create and maintain caring, respectful classroom
communities in which learners feel safe, valued, cared for,
valued, and empowered. The course includes a strong
emphasis on developing knowledge about the culture and
backgrounds of children and families in order to establish
positive interactions within the classroom community. The
course addresses the challenges and opportunities in
creating community in the increasingly diverse student
populations in US schools. We will consider what it means
to be culturally responsive in order to establish a
classroom in which all students can succeed academically
and socially.
EDUC 703D - Social Studies Methods for MIddle and High School Teachers
Credits:
4.00
The social studies theory and methods course begins with an
overview of the varied and, at times, competing goals and
visions of the profession. Students examine these goals and
their underlying rationales, and then develop their own
philosophy of social studies teaching and learning.
Students also examine state and national scope and sequence
framworks for the social studies, as well as the language
arts Common Core standards. A variety of classroom
strategies and methods are explored during the remainder of
the course, including unit design, leading class
discussions, how to approach controversial issues, teaching
concepts and generalizations, increasing student engagement
and empathy with the past, incorporating technology and the
arts, management and discipline, and formats for assessment
and grading.
EDUC 703F - Teaching Elementary School Science
Credits:
2.00
This course is designed to increase pre-service teachers'
pedagogical content knowledge and enthusiasm with respect
to teaching science at the elementary level. Throughout
this course, students will familiarize themselves with
reform-based approaches to elementary science instruction
through inquiry, readings, and class discussions. Science
will be explored not only as an important element of
elementary education, but also as a means by which to
support a diverse class of elementary students in literacy
and mathematics learning. 703F has a special fee when
taught in Manchester.
EDUC 703M - Teaching Elementary Social Studies
Credits:
2.00
Social Studies Methods explores practical teaching models,
techniques of implementation, and relationships to
curricula in elementary classroom instruction. The New
Hampshire Social Studies Frameworks and Common Core
Curriculum Standards for instruction are identified and
implemented in creating lesson plans for a mini unit.
EDUC 705 - Alternative Perspectives on the Nature of Education
Credits:
4.00
Students formulate, develop, and evaluate their own
educational principles, standards, and priorities.
Alternative philosophies of education; contemporary issues.
A) Contemporary Educational Perspectives; B) Controversial
and Ethical Issues in Education; D) Concepts of Teaching:
Differing Views; E) Curriculum Theory and Development; F)
Readings on Educational Perspectives; G) Philosophy of
Education; I) Education as a Form of Social Control; K)
Schooling and the Rights of Children; L) Education,
Inequality, and the Meritocracy; M) Readings and
Philosophies of Outdoor Education; N) Alternative
Perspectives on the Nature of Education; O) Classrooms: The
Social Context; P) Teaching: The Social Context; Q) School
and Society. Prerequisite for teacher licensure: EDUC 500
and junior status. Prerequisite for students not seeking
teacher licensure: instructor permission and junior status.
Writing intensive.
EDUC 706 - Introduction to Reading in the Elementary School
Credits:
4.00
Methods in reading and writing instruction; current
procedures and materials; diagnostic techniques. Course
satisfies reading/language arts requirement for prospective
elementary teachers in the five-year teacher education
program. Prereq: EDUC 500 and junior status.
EDUC 707 - Teaching Reading through the Content Areas
Credits:
2.00
Approaches and methods for teaching reading through
content materials; coursework includes practical
applications through development of instructional
strategies and materials. Required for candidates seeking
certification in art, biology, chemistry, earth science,
general science, physical science, physics, or social
science.
EDUC 710E - Workshop in Adult and Occupational Education
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Modularized instruction of in-service education. Focus
varies with the needs of the student. May be repeated for
up to 8 credits.
EDUC 710F - Investigations
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Topics may include career education, secondary education,
post-secondary education, adult education, extension
education, exemplary education, cooperative education,
disadvantaged and handicapped education, international
agriculture, or teaching experience. Student-selected in
one of the areas listed. Elective after consultation with
instructor. Hours arranged. May be repeated.
EDUC 710H - Field Experience
Credits:
2.00 to 16.00
Work with an agency, institution, or organization to gain
technical and/or professional competence not otherwise
available. Student plans experience with departmental
adviser. Credit approval subject to recommendation of
faculty members and performance of student. Prereq:
permission.
EDUC 712 - Teaching Multilingual Learners
Credits:
4.00
This course is for people interested in teaching English to
speakers of other languages (ESOL) in schools and
communities in NH and the U.S. Topics include: theories of
first and second language acquisition, policies and laws
affecting language minority students, strategies for
teaching academic content in the mainstream classroom,
creating classroom/school cultures that invite all students
into learning, and the role of advocacy and professional
collaboration in ESOL.
EDUC 717 - Growing up Male in America
Credits:
4.00
An integrative view of growing up male in the American
culture from birth through adulthood. Analysis of major
perspectives on male development and the implications in
parenting with specific emphasis on male education.
Participants are expected to develop awareness of their own
development as a male or alongside males, using current
male development perspectives as a guide. They also create
an awareness of how this will affect their behavior toward
boys in their classrooms.
EDUC 720 - Integrating Technology into Classroom
Credits:
4.00
Participants gain practical experience that takes specific
advantage of technology to enhance and extend student
learning. State academic standards and national technology
standards are used to make decisions about curriculum
content and to plan technology-based activities.
Participants use electronic management tools such as
iMovie, Powerpoint, podcast, webcast, Comic Life, Audacity,
and Garage Band are featured in this hands-on course.
EDUC 733 - Teaching Writing in the 21st Century
Credits:
4.00
An examination of the challenges to teaching writing in the
present age of high stakes testing and audit culture.
Course questions include 'best practices' for teaching
writing in a complex society that values a range of
expressive forms, including digital technologies, social
media, film and video. Special emphasis on multi-modal
literacies in K-12 classrooms. Exploration of language
diversity, the relationship between reading, writing, and
litracy development in content-specific areas, student
centered assessments, and integrating the arts into the
reading and writing workshop.
EDUC 734 - Children's Literature
Credits:
4.00
Interpretive and critical study of literature for children
in preschool and elementary settings. Methods of using
literature with children.
EDUC 741 - Exploring Mathematics with Young Children
Credits:
4.00
A laboratory course offering those who teach young
children mathematics, and who are interested in children's
discovery learning and creative thinking, an opportunity to
experience exploratory activities with concrete materials.
Offers mathematical investigations through which one may
develop the ability to provide children with a
mathematically rich environment to become adept at asking
problem-posing questions.
EDUC 745 - Math with Technology in Early Education
Credits:
2.00
The primary goal of this course is that students gain
knowledge of learning standards and teaching methods for
the instruction of mathematics in early education settings
with infants through 3rd grade. In addition, participants
gain experience in applying their newfound knowledge in the
areas of mathematics with technology through a combination
of teaching and digital experiences. On-line course; no
campus visits required. Please note the minimal technical
requirements for a UNH e-course.
EDUC 750 - Introduction to Exceptionality
Credits:
4.00
A life span perspective of the social, psychological, and
physical characteristics of individuals with
exceptionalities including intellectual, sensory, motor,
health, and communication impairments. Includes
implications for educational and human service delivery.
EDUC 751A - Educating Exceptional Learners: Elementary
Credits:
4.00
Foundations of special education and an introduction to a
variety of service delivery models with an emphasis on
educating all learners in heterogeneous classrooms.
Instructional strategies and supports for all students,
particularly those with mild and moderate disabilities,
will be the primary focus.
EDUC 751B - Educating Exceptional Learners: Secondary
Credits:
4.00
Foundations of special education and an introduction to a
variety of service delivery models with an emphasis on
educating all learners in heterogeneous classrooms.
Instructional strategies and supports for all students,
particularly those with mild and moderate diabilities, is
the primary focus. Preparation for students' transitions to
post-secondary life is included.
EDUC 751C - Educating Exceptional Learners: Related Services
Credits:
4.00
An overview of special education and related services in
an educational setting. Focus on support services provided
to general education and special education teachers,
including laws relating to special populations, how related
services interact with classroom and special educators,
IEPs, and other topics that impact services provided to
students with special needs.
EDUC 752 - Contemporary Issues in Learning Disabilities
Credits:
4.00
Critical analysis of current and historical conceptions of
learning disability in the areas of definition, supporting
theories, assessment practice, and teaching methodologies.
Focus on contemporary issues in the field that relate to
working with students labeled as learning disabled at both
elementary and secondary levels.
EDUC 753 - Contemporary Issues in Behavioral Disabilities
Credits:
4.00
Nature and scope of emotional and behavioral disabilities
in students for elementary through secondary levels.
Theoretical perspectives, characteristics, assessment and
educational intervention strategies are included.
EDUC 754 - Contemporary Issues in Developmental Disabilities
Credits:
4.00
The causal factors, physical and psychological
characteristics, and educational and therapeutic
implications of mental retardation, cerebral palsy,
epilepsy, autism, and related conditions. A life span
perspective is included, with major emphasis on the
school-age population.
EDUC 756 - Supporting Families of Individuals with Exceptionalities
Credits:
4.00
An introduction to family system theory and the
implications for families having members with
exceptionalities. Issues addressed include diagnosis and
prognosis, coping strategies, communication and team
collaboration, cross-cultural competence, and agency and
school delivery of services. Emphasis is on proactive
collaboration with family members.
EDUC 757 - Contemporary Issues in Autism Spectrum Disorders
Credits:
4.00
The goal of this course is to enhance students'
understanding of contemporary issues related to educating
students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The course
is grounded in a theoretical foundation that values the
perspectives of individuals with ASD in academic, research,
policy, and clinical endeavors. Learning outcomes focus on
strategies for identifying opportunities for learning,
communication, literacy, and social relationships in a
variety of inclusive environments.
EDUC 760 - Introduction to Young Children with Special Needs
Credits:
4.00
Needs of children (birth to eight years) with
developmental delays or who are at risk for disabilities.
Strengths and special needs of such children; causes,
identification, and treatment; current legislation; parent
and family concerns; program models.
EDUC 761 - Inclusive Curriculum for Young Children with Special Needs
Credits:
4.00
Classroom applications of constructivist theory. Curriculum
planning and implementation; overview of research and
theory related to teaching and learning of specific content
areas, with emphasis on integrated approach to early
childhood curriculum. Stresses the reciprocal nature of
student-teacher relationship. Prereq: permission.
EDUC 762 - Curriculum for Young Children with Special Needs: Evaluation and Program Design
Credits:
4.00
Overview of evaluation and intervention issues relevant to
early childhood special education, focusing on ages three
through eight. Norm-referenced and criterion-referenced
assessment tools. Judgment-based evaluation and observation
skills. Translation of evaluation information into goals
and objectives for individual education programs.
Developing appropriate programs in inclusive settings.
EDUC 767 - Students, Teachers, and the Law
Credits:
4.00
Our public schools play a vital role in our society. What
shall be taught and who shall teach our children are
perennial questions. This course explores how the law
impacts the educational lives of students and teachers,
including issues of church-state relations, free speech,
dress codes, and search and seizure. (Also offered as JUST
767.)
EDUC 776 - Reading for Learners with Special Needs
Credits:
4.00
Techniques and procedures for teaching reading to learners
with special needs. Emphasis on providing reading
instruction in the least restrictive alternative.
EDUC 780 - Belize/New Hampshire Teacher Program
Credits:
4.00
International course involving teams of teachers from
Belize and New England. The program offers teachers in
both countries the opportunity to work collaboratively on
developing effective teaching practices, develop an
understanding of each other's cultural and educational
perspectives, extend the experience to other teachers and
students upon return. Special fee.
Co-requisites:
INCO 589
EDUC 784 - Educators as Researchers
Credits:
4.00
This course addresses the twofold aim of (a) preparing
educational practitioners to conduct sustematic inquiry in
their classrooms and/or schools and (b) introducing
strategies and criteria for understanding, evaluating, and
applying educational research.
EDUC 785 - Educational Assessment
Credits:
4.00
Theory and practice of educational evaluation; uses of
test results in classroom teaching and student counseling;
introductory statistical techniques.
EDUC 791 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Science
Credits:
4.00
This course is designed to provide experiences and
resources that will support individuals who are planning
to teach middle or high school science. Through interactive
activities, readings, and class discussions, the class
explores key elements and challenges of secondary science
teaching and provide a foundation for continued growth and
reflection throughout the students' teaching careers. Some
of the main topics discussed in this course are national
and state science standards, reform-based approaches to
instruction, the use of technology in science teaching,
laboratory safety, curriculum evaluation, and assessment.
EDUC 795 - Independent Study
Credits:
2.00 or 4.00
Juniors and seniors only, with approval by appropriate
faculty member. Neither course may be repeated.
EDUC 796 - Independent Study
Credits:
2.00 or 4.00
Juniors and seniors only, with approval by appropriate
faculty member. Neither course may be repeated.
EDUC 797 - Special Topics in Education
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Issues and problems of special contemporary significance,
usually on a subject of recent special study by faculty
member(s). Prereq: permission. May be repeated for
different topics. Special fee on topic: Picturing Writing,
Fostering Literacy through Art.