Course Descriptions
EDUC-1 Introduction to Education
(2 units lecture) Grade Only CSU An introduction to teaching as
a career, including the types of skills and knowledge required
and steps involved in becoming a teacher. The course provides
an overview of social and historical understanding of public
schooling in America through the lens of contemporary
controversies in the field. Recommended: ENGL-350
EDUC-1L Introduction to Education Lab
(1.5 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU Provides early fieldwork
experience in schools (K-8). Students observe a minimum of
54 hours in a classroom and keep a log. The lecture element
provides opportunity for structured reflection of observation
experiences. Recommended: ENGL-350
EDUC-2 Reading Tutoring Techniques
(2 units lecture) Grade Only CSU A study designed to prepare
college students for tutoring reading in elementary schools.
A variety of tutoring skills are explored including phonemic
awareness, letter names and shapes, decoding, vocabulary,
comprehension, and higher level thinking. Students will
learn how to implement appropriate tutoring techniques for
small groups and individual children. Note: Optional lab class
(EDUC-2L) enables students to implement tutoring techniques in an
elementary classroom.
EDUC-2L Reading Tutoring Techniques - Lab
(1 - 2 units lab) Grade Only CSU Repeatable to a maximum of four
enrollments Tutoring reading with children from Kindergarten
through sixth grade, in an approved elementary school site
to allow students to implement skills learned in EDUC-2,
Reading and Tutoring Techniques. Prerequisite: EDUC-2 or
concurrent enrollment Note: Students may be responsible for the cost
of background clearances required by elementary school sites. Units
offered may vary by semester Consult Schedule of Classes for section
information.
EDUC-3 Math Tutoring Techniques
(2 units lecture) Grade Only CSU A study designed to prepare
college students for tutoring math to elementary school
students. A variety of tutoring skills are explored including
coaching, mentoring, appropriate use of manipulative
materials, and supporting metacognitive analysis regarding
basic computation and procedural skills necessary for a
higher level of conceptual understanding. Students will learn
how to implement appropriate tutoring techniques for small
groups and individual children. Prerequisite: MATH-375/376
Note: Optional lab class (EDUC-3L) enables students to implement
tutoring techniques in an elementary classroom.
EDUC-3L Math Tutoring Techniques - Lab
(1 - 2 units lab) Grade Only CSU Repeatable to a maximum of four
enrollments Tutoring math with children from Kindergarten
through sixth grade, in an approved elementary school site
to allow students to implement skills learned in EDUC-3,
Math Tutoring Techniques. Prerequisite: EDUC-3 Note: Students
may be responsible for the cost of background clearances required by
elementary school sites. Units offered may vary by semester. Consult
Schedule of Classes for section information.
EDUC-4 Technology Skills for Educators
(3 units lecture) Grade Only CSU This course provides a broad
overview of computing skills and terminology in preparation
for a career in education. Information and hands-on
explorations allow students to develop basic skills for using
computers, their peripherals, media equipment, and many
common computer applications. Assignments are tailored
to meet specific technology competencies mandated by the
Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
EDUC-6 Introduction to Children’s Literature
(3 units lecture) Grade Only CSU Evaluates the criteria for
selecting and presenting appropriate literature for children
through exploration of genres, age levels, and the literary
and artistic quality of various texts. Selected literature
will be analyzed relative to appropriate educational uses.
Recommended: ENGL-350
EDUC-7 Positive Guidance in the Classroom
(3 units lecture) Grade Only CSU Provides principles of
positive guidance based on contemporary research and
child development. The course focuses on application of the
principles of effective communication, understanding child
development and behavior, appropriate limits and rules,
structuring problem solving, and consequences.
EDUC-10 Teaching Secondary Math and Science
(2 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU An exploration of
secondary school math and science teaching as a career
including an overview of knowledge and skills required to
teach math and science at the high school level. Students
complete observation and participation in a high school math
and science classroom.
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