Examines thinking process patterns and dispositions, for self, children, parents and educators. Familiarizes students with critical thinking, provides a systematic approach to its process and components. Students will learn about problem solving, decision-making, logical and creative thinking. The study of critical thinking will be supplemented with readings, discussions, and written assignments. Implements critical thinking applications used both in student's academic and personal lives.

This introductory course will examine the thinking process patterns and dispositions for self, children, parents and educators. The purpose of this course is to familiarize students with critical thinking, and to provide a systematic approach to its process and components. Students will learn about problem solving, decision-making, logical and creative thinking. The study of critical thinking will be supplemented with readings, discussions, and written assignments. The course will implement critical thinking applications used both in student's academic and personal lives.

Prerequisite: Open only to Honors students.

Introduction to diverse mathematical thought, action and practices across cultures. Mathematics will be seen from a diversity of contexts. Learners will consider how diverse contexts and traditions both reflect a culture's heritage and world view and influence the mathematics learned and used. Topics covered include: ethnomathematics, mathematical modeling, and cultural connections in relation to diverse forms of quantitative reasoning, problem solving, numbering, systems of organization, perceptions of time and space as experienced by diverse traditions and peoples.

Introduction to the meaning of higher education, resources of the University, and skills for lifelong learning. Designed to help students develop academic success strategies and to improve information literacy, intercultural competence, and integrative thinking. Provides students with the opportunity to interact with fellow students and seminar faculty to build a community of academic and personal support.

Individual projects designed especially for lower division students capable of independent study. Focus is on issues and topics involving exceptional populations.

Note: may be repeated for up to 12 units of credit

Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

This course provides an overview of current knowledge about individuals with disabilities within the context of inclusive educational and community-based settings, with substantial focus on the role of the educator in the education of students who have disabilities in diverse communities. Content includes historical factors, legislation, causes and characteristics, educational needs, educational strategies, including educational technologies, assessment, collaboration, and support services for individuals with disabilities ranging across mild, moderate, severe, and profound disability levels.

Note: Designed to meet the Special Education requirement for a clear multiple and single subject credential.

Corequisite: EDUC 100B.

Field-based 30 hour experience. Lab is a synthesis and application of EDUC 100A course content in educational setting for students who receive special education services. Students will verify multiple experiences across the age-span and in inclusive educational settings, agencies, and community environments.

Corequisite: EDUC 100A.

Historical and modern children's literature; standards of selection and acquaintance with the leading authors and illustrators; procedures and practices in methodology.

Prerequisite: Must have Junior or higher standing to enroll in this course

Survey of historical and modern multicultural children's literature examining standards of selection and acquaintance with the leading authors, illustrators and book awards; procedures and practice in methodology. Focus on children's literature which represents the diversity in America and fosters an understanding of the cultural values, identity, and heritage of those populations.

Prerequisite: GWAR certification before Fall 09; or WPJ score of 80+; or 3-unit placement in ENGL 109M or ENGL 109W; or 4-unit placement in ENGL 109M or ENGL 109W and co-enrollment in ENGL 109X; or WPJ score 70 or 71 and co-enrollment in ENGL 109X.

Orientation to concept and practice of tutoring basic mathematics skills including developing conceptual understanding and the ability to scaffold instruction of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. After completing on-campus training, students are placed in nearby school districts. May be taken by all undergraduate students and is strongly recommended for students considering careers in education, criminal justice, psychology, and social work. It may also be used as an elective in the Blended Teacher Education Program.

Note: May be taken twice for credit.

Corequisite: EDUC 124B.

Practicum of tutoring basic mathematics skills and scaffolding instruction of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. After completing on-campus training, students are placed in nearby school districts. May be taken by all undergraduate students and is strongly recommended for students considering careers in education, criminal justice, psychology, and social work. It may also be used as an elective in the Blended Teacher Education Program.

Note: May be taken twice for credit.

Corequisite: EDUC 124A.

Orientation to concept and practice of tutoring basic reading skills including sight word recognition, word analysis skills, oral fluency, and comprehension. After completing on-campus training, students are placed in nearby school districts.

Note: Strongly recommended for students considering careers in education, criminal justice, psychology and social work. May be repeated once for credit. May also be used as an elective in the Blended Teacher Education Program.

Corequisite: EDUC 125B.

Field-based course provides a synthesis and application of course content learned in EDUC 125B. Students are placed in a primary level setting for at-risk students who read approximately two grade levels below their peers. The twice-weekly practicum focuses on comprehension questioning strategies, learning styles and differences, multicultural and ESL strategies, Reader's theater and poetry, and motivating students to achieve greater academic success.

Note: May be taken by all undergraduate students and must be taken concurrently with EDUC 125A.

Corequisite: EDUC 125A

Orientation to high quality Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) instruction. On-campus training includes skills to develop conceptual understanding and ability to scaffold instruction for elementary and middle school aged students in STEM after school programs. After completing on-campus training, students assist with instruction in nearby school STEM programs.

Note: May be taken twice for credit

Corequisite: EDUC 127B

This course is designed to connect students with local public school partners in after school programs that support inquiry based STEM activities with K-8 children. After completing on-campus training, students then complete the practicum.

Note: May be taken twice for credit

Corequisite: EDUC 127A

Introduction to the profession of counseling, including differences between professional counseling and other professions, counseling theories, consultation skills and an introduction to basic counseling skills. Lecture three hours. Requirement for the Counseling minor, not included in 200-series 60 unit program for master's degree.

Focuses on understanding how one's values, attitudes, belief systems impact perception of differences related to race, ethnicity, culture, etc. Experiential activities promote self awareness while developing capacity in becoming a culturally responsive/skilled counselor. Historical processes that created inter and intra group constructs are explored. Required for the Counseling Minor, not included in 200-series 60 unit master's degree.

Examines the etiology of development and mental health issues in children, youth and caregivers, including genetic and socio-cultural factors. The classification and treatment of abnormal behavior within family contexts will also be explored. Recommended for human services majors such as child development, education, psychology, counseling, social work and criminal justice.

Prerequisite: Students minoring in counseling must take CHDV 30 or CHDV 35 or PSYC 2.

Designed to enhance students' knowledge of urban schooling, especially related to dynamics of race, class, and culture. Along with a Service Learning component in urban schools, provides analysis of the following: historical, socioeconomic, and political factors influencing urban education; the distribution of opportunity in cities and their schools; and effective instructional organizational practices that close the achievement gap, including the development of positive school cultures and the use of community services and resources.

Prerequisite: GWAR certification before Fall 09; or WPJ score of 80+; or 3-unit placement in ENGL 109M or ENGL 109W; or 4-unit placement in ENGL 109M or ENGL 109W and co-enrollment in ENGL 109X; or WPJ score 70 or 71 and co-enrollment in ENGL 109X.

This course is designed to introduce students to the educational programs and practices resulting from societal sex role and racial stereotyping. It analyzes the specific effects of sex and race inequalities in the total school setting.

Prerequisite: GWAR certification before Fall 09; or WPJ score of 80+; or 3-unit placement in ENGL 109M or ENGL 109W; or 4-unit placement in ENGL 109M or ENGL 109W and co-enrollment in ENGL 109X; or WPJ score 70 or 71 and co-enrollment in ENGL 109X.

This course is designed to expand students¿ knowledge of how history informs present day dynamics of race, culture, and socioeconomic status in education. Students will examine how humanists in history navigated cultural differences. A critical discourse that centers on humanist pedagogy will be used to show how future educators, leaders, and students can evolve in their own identities to understand cultural differences and how they can create change.

Introductory study of important themes regarding the education of English Learners. Covers the history of bilingual education; relevant legal mandates and court rulings; first and second language acquisition; linguistic development; theory and practice of effective programs; and beginning methods, materials and strategies responsive to the students' primary language and assessed levels of English proficiency. A fieldwork component involving the tutoring of an English Learner is required.

Note: EDUC 170 is a prerequisite for EDMS 272, EDBM 279.

This course covers fundamental literacy components of the Hmong language. It examines the historical development and maintenance of the Hmong oral and written language and related issues based on lectures, class discussions, group work, writing assignments, and a research paper. It fulfills one of the requirements for teaching credential students pursuing the Bilingual Cross Cultural Authorization (BCLAD).

Prerequisite: Fluent in Hmong

This is the first in a 2-course series on education as an academic area and profession, designed for students enrolled in teaching credential courses prior to bachelor¿s completion. Examines personal and academic attributes and achievements necessary for becoming an educator in the general or special education context. This course focuses on fostering personal attributes and fulfilling requirements for entering the profession. Students will complete academic and biographical readings and 30 hours of elementary (TK-8th) classroom observation.

Prerequisite: All of the following: CHDV 30 or CHDV 35; and CHDV 35F, or equivalents.

This is the second in a 2-course series on education as an academic area and profession, designed for students enrolled in teaching credential courses prior to bachelor¿s completion. Examines personal and academic attributes and achievements necessary for becoming an educator in the general or special education context. This course focuses on gaining experience in the diverse classroom setting and engaging in reflective teaching practices. Students will complete biographical readings and at least 20 hours of elementary (TK-8th) classroom observation.

Prerequisite: EDUC 190A.

Cooperative Education (Co-op) relates academic theory to professional practice by providing paid work experience in the student's major field of study and academic credit. Students receive employment in school districts, state and community agencies, companies, and other appropriate settings. Requires attendance at weekly meetings, preparation of application packet, completion of field study assignment and a written final report.

Note: Units may not be used to meet course work requirements.

Prerequisite: Approval of Department Chair.

Individual projects designed especially for students capable of independent study. Admission by written approval of the instructor with whom the student will be working and Department Chair.