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161. Introduction to Educational Psychology
An introduction to psychological theories of learning and development with a focus on their application to teaching and parenting. Includes study of moral, personality, language and cognitive development, learning styles, intelligence and creativity and cognitive and behavioral learning theories. Includes observation and tutoring in local schools. An active learning experience. (Credit, full course.) Wallace
201. Instructional Technology: Digital Literacy and Learning
The course examines the use of instructional technology in teaching and learning with an emphasis on the pedagogical implications of digital literacy for teachers and students. Topics include instructional design, computer hardware and software, educational networks, and multimedia integration. Students gain a theoretical understanding of the use of technology as an instructional tool as well as acquire the necessary skills to implement technology in a teaching environment. (Credit, full course.) Staff
205. Introduction to Environmental Education (also Environmental Studies)
An introduction to the philosophy, goals, theory, and practice of environmental education. The history of environmental education, as it pertains to environmental literacy, implementation, and professional responsibility, is explored through hands-on learning activities as well as use of texts. Educational models which promote ecologically sustainable behaviors are considered as well. This course includes some field trips. This course has the attribute of Environmental Studies. (Credit, full course.) Staff
220. Methods of Teaching Writing
Surveys the expectations for successful writing in several disciplines and explores various strategies peer and professional tutors employ to help student writers attain their goals. Participants examine samples of student writing, discuss possible responses, and develop model interactions between tutors and students. (Credit, one-fourth course.) W. Clarkson, V. Craighill
226. Teaching Children’s Literature
An examination of the many genres of children’s literature and their uses within diverse educational settings. The course addresses methods of selecting and evaluating children's books for readability, interest level, and cultural sensitivity; it also explores strategies to encourage reading and writing. Students should expect to observe and teach language arts lessons in local P-8 classrooms. Prerequisite: None. (Credit, full course.) Staff
245. Urban Education
The exploration of the social and cultural contexts in which teaching and learning occur in the urban school environment. Students critically examine the implications of difference for students‚ development and learning and for school climates. Participants are encouraged to challenge their beliefs, attitudes, assumptions, and practices involving gender, culture, ethnic, and racial groupings as well as other aspects of diversity in the urban setting. The course includes field trips to schools in nearby urban areas for observations and projects. (Credit, full course.) Staff
255. Introduction to Special Education
The nature, origin, instructional needs, and psychological characteristics of students with diverse and exceptional learning needs. Exceptionalities considered include specific learning disabilities, mental retardation, emotional and behavioral disorders, visual and hearing impairments, gifted and talented students and English language learners. Includes observation in local schools. (Credit, full course.) Staff
260. Philosophies of Education
A study of the philosophic framework, theories, and principles that shape teacher practice, curriculum, and interactions between students and educators. This course explores not only the underlying principles of education and the nature of knowledge, but also ways in which historic and contemporary theories have affected curricula, pedagogy, and ideas of literacy. Such matters are considered in relation to controversies arising throughout evolution of the American educational system. Students conduct research in local schools. (Credit, full course.) Sells
279. History of American Education (also History 279)
The course examines the social and cultural history of American education from the seventeenth century to the present day. Special attention is focused upon the following issues: the changing roles and structures of the "family," the participation and leadership of women in education, and the impact of ideas about sexual difference in the construction of the values, ideals, and institutions of education. (Credit, full course.) Register
341. Methods and Materials of Teaching
Study and practice of secondary school teaching focusing on a wide variety of planning, teaching, assessment and improvement strategies. Also includes work with instructional technologies, media and materials and classroom management techniques. Students observe and reflect on local classrooms and develop and teach their own lessons. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. (Credit, full course.) Staff
342. Student Teaching
A full-time, fifteen-week student teaching apprenticeship experience in the student's major field(s). The student is supervised by effective teachers at the middle and high school levels. Art and theatre students, working toward K to 12 certification, also work with teachers at the elementary school. Prerequisite: Education 341 and permission of the Teacher Education Committee. This course must be taken concurrently with Education 401: Senior Seminar. (Credit, two full courses.) Staff
343. Materials and Methods for Teaching Art
An examination of elementary and secondary art education and of teaching methods and practices. Studies motivation and evaluation related to developmental stages of growth in visual schemata. Practical experience supplemented by a study of educational abstracts and texts. Prerequisite: One painting or drawing course taken at Sewanee. (Credit, full course.) Staff
350. Issues and Innovations in Education
An in-depth exploration of significant issues both contemporary and historic in education, schools, and teaching. The course explores issues such as high-stakes testing, challenges of rural education, tracking and ability grouping, and efforts to achieve educational equity. It also assesses innovations such as learning communities, service learning, and problem-based learning. Students conduct research in local schools and complete projects focused on positive change for young people. Prerequisite: One course in education. (Credit, full course.) Wallace
355. Methods and Materials of Teaching Theatre
An examination of elementary and secondary theatre education, methods and practices including objectives and strategy, planning, instructional media, teaching models, classroom management techniques, and the development of creative drama. Practical field experience supplemented by a study of educational periodicals and texts. (Credit, full course.) P. Smith
399. Anthropology of Education (Writing-Intensive) (Also Anthropology 399)
An ethnographic research course in which students study the cultural contexts of schools and classrooms, families and youth cultures, hidden curricula and diversity. Students should expect to complete a semester-long, field research project in a nearby school. Not available for credit for students who have completed Educ/Anth 204. Prerequisite: one course in education or anthropology. (Credit, full course.) Wallace
401. Senior Seminar
Focus on problem-solving and effective teaching. A synthesis of study in the major and education with student teaching experiences. The goal is for student teachers to reflect on their own students' learning in order to improve instruction. Students construct a webfolio that demonstrates proficiencies in subject knowledge, teaching and assessment including responsiveness to diverse learners. The course must be taken concurrently with ED 342, Student Teaching. (Credit, full course.) Staff
444. Independent Study
To meet the needs and interests of selected students. May be taken more than once for credit. (Credit, variable half or full course.) Staff
