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  • EDP 280: Developmental and Psychological Perspectives in Education

    3.00 Credits
    West Chester University of Pennsylvania

    This course is designed to provide students with a general introduction to educational psychology along with theories of human growth and development. The course is designed to assist students in understanding and applying developmental theories and psychological research to central questions of learning and education. Multiple theoretical traditions (e.g., developmental, biological, cognitive science, sociocultural, contextual, motivational, critical, and psychoanalytic) will be considered and critiqued. Larger societal issues will also be considered, as they impact and/or are informed by principles of educational psychology. The course will equip students to understand their own pedagogical histories as well as to critically analyze and critique schooling and educational practice in the United States and globally. The course is especially relevant to those considering careers in teaching, educational policy-making, human resources, public service, student affairs, counseling, and the health sciences.
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  • EDP 349: Adolescent Development

    3.00 Credits
    West Chester University of Pennsylvania

    This course focuses on the emotional, social, intellectual, moral, physical, and self-concept factors shaping human behavior with emphasis on adolescent behavior.
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  • EDP 467: Group Dynamics

    3.00 Credits
    West Chester University of Pennsylvania

    Change is designed to provide students with a general introduction to educational psychology along with theories of human growth and development. The course is designed to assist students in understanding and applying developmental theories and psychological research to central questions of learning and education in both school and non-school settings. Multiple theoretical traditions (e.g., developmental, biological, cognitive science, sociocultural, contextual, motivational, critical, and psychoanalytic) will be considered and critiqued. Larger societal issues will also be considered, as they impact and/or are informed by principles of educational psychology. The course is especially relevant to those considering careers in diverse areas, including business, public service, pre-school administration, teaching in non-school-based settings (e.g., environmental education, museum studies, or technology instruction), policy-making, community organizing, human resources, and the health sciences.
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  • EDR 120: College Reading and Study Skills

    3.00 Credits
    West Chester University of Pennsylvania

    This course is designed for students who wish to improve their college level reading and study skills. Students will learn a wide range of reading and writing strategies (note taking, textbook reading and marking, time management, test taking) that can be applied across disciplines and in other college courses. This course is organized around thematic inquiries so that students can practice and apply critical literacy and critical thinking skills through engaging in dialogue around cross-disciplinary issues.
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  • EDR 200: Literacy, Diversity, & Equity in K-12 Classrooms

    3.00 Credits
    West Chester University of Pennsylvania

    In this course, students will explore literacy as a critical social practice. We will focus on the ways that literacy education has the potential to exclude, oppress, liberate, and empower students who have been historically marginalized in school settings because of their race, class, gender, and sexuality. Students will develop specific tools, stances, and approaches to teach towards a more just and equitable society.
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  • EDR 303: Foundations in Reading for Students with Special Needs PreK-8

    3.00 Credits
    West Chester University of Pennsylvania

    This course is designed to prepare students for teaching literacy in grades preK-8 using varied approaches (e.g., structured literacy and comprehensive) founded in various theoretical teaching models based on current research and knowledge with a focus on inclusive practices. Through readings, lectures, and class activities, students will develop a foundational understanding of the reading process and how to construct and manage a classroom environment that promotes optimal literacy learning for all learners. Students will acquire knowledge about how to support the diverse needs of learners at every stage of literacy development. In addition, students will learn how to formally and informally assess students to monitor reading progress and plan appropriate reading instruction. Prerequisite:    EDP 250
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  • EDR 304: Teaching Language Arts Pre-K-4

    3.00 Credits
    West Chester University of Pennsylvania

    This course examines theories, issues, methods, materials and assessments for a developmental PK-4 language arts program. Integrating reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing, and visually representing as tools for communication, discovery, and learning across the curriculum will be emphasized. This course is intended to enable participants to help elementary students learn to communicate using various language competencies including writing, listening, speaking, viewing, and visually representing. As pre-service teachers and as writers, it is especially important to understand the writing process and how children learn to write. Students will explore the rituals and routines that foster a supportive language arts environment and the interconnections of language, literacy, and culture. They will examine various topics, such as the writing process, writing workshop, genres of writing, listening to learn, sustaining productive talk, spelling, grammar, assessment, and integration of technology. The writing activities in this course are designed to help students see themselves as writers and to reflect on their future role as exemplary teachers of writing. Prerequisite:    EGP 210
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  • EDR 305: Teaching Language Arts for Students with Special Needs PreK-8

    3.00 Credits
    West Chester University of Pennsylvania

    This course examines theories, issues, methods, materials and assessments for a PK-8 language arts program in a special education setting. Integrating reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing and visually representing as tools for communication, discovery, and learning across the curriculum will be emphasized. This course is designed to provide opportunities for students to develop their writing and speaking abilities over the course of the semester. Prerequisite:    EDP 250
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  • EDR 306: Teaching Language Arts 4-8

    3.00 Credits
    West Chester University of Pennsylvania

    This course is designed to study current trends for integrating language arts across curriculum in the middle school setting. Emphasis is placed on the connections between listening, speaking, writing, and reading. Instructional strategies that link reading, writing, literature, and language across the curriculum will be explored. Appropriate language arts curriculum, including pedagogy for early adolescents, will be addressed. Prerequisite:    (EDP 201 or EDP 250)
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  • EDR 307: Foundation in Reading PreK-4

    3.00 Credits
    West Chester University of Pennsylvania

    This course is designed to prepare students for teaching reading using a balanced approach of various theoretical teaching models based on current research and knowledge. Through readings, lectures, and class activities, students will develop a solid understanding of the reading process and how to construct and manage a classroom environment that promotes optimal literacy learning. Students will acquire knowledge about how to meet the diverse needs of learners at all stages of literacy development. In addition, students will learn how to formally and informally assess students to monitor reading progress and plan appropriate reading instruction. Some sections include a service learning component that requires field clearances. Prerequisite:    EGP 210
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