Oct 05, 2024  
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog

Courses - Teaching and Learning


Teaching and Learning

Courses

  • ARTE 600 - Foundations of Art Education


    Credits 3

    Examination of the historical, philosophical, and sociological foundations of art education and their relevance to current trends and developments. 



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • ARTE 610 - Research in Art Education


    Credits 3

    Examination of research in art education and exploration of research methods in the field.  



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • ARTE 630 - Aesthetics and Criticism Art Education


    Credits 3

    Study of aesthetics and art criticism concepts as curricular content in elementary and secondary art education.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • ARTE 640 - Technology in Art Education


    Credits 3

    Research-based study of the integration of technology into the teaching and learning of elementary and secondary art education curriculum.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • ARTE 650 - Arts Across the Curriculum I


    Credits 3

    Exploration of visual art, music, and movement across curriculum areas. An emphasis on principles of S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math) education relating to the principles of learning, instruction and curriculum development.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • ARTE 655 - Visual Culture and Pedagogy


    Credits 3

    Interdisciplinary exploration of theoretical, historical, and social contexts for visual culture. Topics survey visual culture across a variety of settings including: institutions; public, non-public, private, and communal spaces; media and popular culture; and schools and museums.



  • ARTE 660 - Socially Engaged and Community-based Art Education


    Credits 3

    Exploration of the emerging fields of social and community engaged art, creative placemaking, social practice, community-based art, and other related modes of work that seeks to bridge art and education with social and/or community development.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • ARTE 680 - Art Museum Education


    Credits 3

    Exploration of education within the art museum and the educational role of the museum in the community. 



  • ARTE 690 - Topics in Art Education


    Credits 3

    Concentrated study of literature on specified topics in curriculum and instruction studies. 



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIE 508 - Classroom Management Elementary Education


    Credits 3

    Introduction to management of the elementary classroom by surveying literature in supervising psychosocial environment, physical environment, curriculum implementation, fundamentals of classroom control, discipline, and monitoring of student learning. Graduate credit may be obtained for courses designated 500 or above. A full description of this course may be found in the Undergraduate Catalog under the corresponding 400 number. Crosslisted with EDEL 408. Credit at the 500-level requires additional work. 



    Same as
    EDEL 408

    Prerequisites
      and EDEL 311

  • CIE 509 - Child Development and Learning


    Credits 3

    Studies the theory, principles and practices associated with the growth and learning of children. Crosslisted with EDEL 409. Credit at the 500-level requires additional work.



  • CIE 533 - Teaching Elementary School Mathematics


    Credits 3

    Current methods and materials for teaching elementary school mathematics including review of content, objectives, curriculum, and assessment for developmentally appropriate instructional practices. Crosslisted with EDEL 433. Credit at the 500 level requires additional work. 



    Prerequisites
    PPST, MATH 122 and MATH 123 or EDEL 431 or consent of instructor.

    Corequisite
    Enrollment in a practicum.

  • CIE 543 - Teaching Elementary School Science


    Credits 3

    Current methods and materials for teaching life, physical, and earth sciences using process skills, guided discovery activities, and curriculum integration techniques. Crosslisted with EDEL 443. Credit at the 500-level requires additional work. 



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

    Corequisite
    Enrollment in a practicum.

  • CIE 553 - Teaching Elementary School Social Studies


    Credits 3

    Current methods and materials for teaching social studies. Crosslisted with EDEL 453. Credit at the 500-level requires additional work.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIE 601 - Elementary Teacher Development Seminar


    Credits 3

    Designed for candidates entering the Elementary Alternative Route Licensure program. Examines contemporary trends for developing classroom expertise with minimum of 150 hours of field experiences in an elementary classroom. Focus on theory and practice in fostering personal and professional development for candidates.



    Same as
      

    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

    Corequisite
    Admission Graduate Licensure Program.

  • CIE 620 - Topics Elementary School Mathematics


    Credits 1 – 3

    Examines specific topics and issues in elementary school mathematics.



    Same as
      

    Prerequisites
    EDEL 433 or   and current teaching certificate.

  • CIE 621 - Integrated STEM Education Mathematics Content


    Credits 3

    Focuses on mathematics content that can be used for integrated STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education at the K-8 level.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIE 623 - Instruction Primary Elementary Mathematics Education


    Credits 3

    Study of research-based practices and methods in primary elementary school mathematics education.



    Prerequisites
    EDEL 433 or   or ECE 454 and current teaching certificate.

  • CIE 625 - Instruction Intermediate Elementary Mathematics Education


    Credits 3

    Study of research-based practices and methods in intermediate elementary school mathematics education.



    Prerequisites
    EDEL 433 or   and current teaching certificate.

  • CIE 627 - Technology Applications K-8 Mathematics Education


    Credits 3

    Research-based study of the integration of technology into the teaching of mathematics in grades K-8. Crosslist CIS 628



    Prerequisites
    One 600-level mathematics instruction course or consent of instructor.

  • CIE 629 - Curriculum Development in Elementary School Mathematics


    Credits 3

    Emphasizes research and curriculum studies dealing with content and procedures of elementary school mathematics programs.



    Same as
      

    Prerequisites
    One 600-level mathematics instruction course or consent of instructor.

  • CIE 630 - Topics Elementary School Science


    Credits 1 – 3

    Examines specific topics and issues in elementary school science. 



    Same as
      

    Prerequisites
    EDEL 443 or   and current teaching certificate.

  • CIE 631 - Integrated STEM Education Science Content


    Credits 3

    Focuses on science content that can be used for integrated STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education at the K-8 level.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIE 633 - Integrated STEM Education Methods


    Credits 3

    Focuses on the methods of instruction for integrated STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education at the K-8 level.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIE 634 - Integrated STEM Education Curriculum and Research


    Credits 3

    Examines elementary STEM curriculum programs and STEM education research conducted in K-8 school settings.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIE 635 - Instruction Elementary Science Education


    Credits 3

    Study of research-based practices and methods in elementary school science education.



    Prerequisites
    EDEL 443 or   and current teaching certificate.

  • CIE 637 - Technology Applications K-8 Science Education


    Credits 3

    Research-based study of the integration of technology into the teaching of science in grades K-8. Crosslisted with CIS 638.



    Prerequisites
    EDEL 443 or   and current teaching certificate or consent of instructor.

  • CIE 639 - Curriculum Development Elementary Science Education


    Credits 3

    Emphasizes research and curriculum studies dealing with content and procedures of elementary school science programs.



    Prerequisites
    One 600-level science instruction course or consent of instructor.

  • CIE 640 - Topics Elementary School Social Studies


    Credits 1 – 3

    Examines specific topics and issues in elementary school social studies.



    Same as
      

    Prerequisites
    EDEL 453 or   and current teaching license.

  • CIE 645 - Instruction Elementary Social Studies Education


    Credits 3

    Study of research-based practices and methods in elementary school social studies education.



    Prerequisites
    EDEL 453 or   and current teaching license.

  • CIE 649 - Curriculum Development Elementary Social Studies Education


    Credits 3

    Emphasizes research and curriculum studies dealing with content and procedures of elementary school social studies programs.



    Same as
    CIS 649

    Prerequisites
    EDEL 453 or   and current teaching license.

  • CIE 681 - Elementary School Instruction


    Credits 3

    Research basis for developing and implementing instructional strategies and models of teaching for the elementary classroom.



    Prerequisites
    Current teaching certificate.

  • CIE 683 - Elementary Classroom Management


    Credits 3

    Advanced study in managing various aspects of the classroom including establishing and maintaining positive psychosocial environments; rules, routines, and procedures to minimize disruption; discipline plans; and enriched curricula.



    Prerequisites
    Current teaching certificate.

  • CIE 685 - Elementary Education Curriculum


    Credits 3

    Current research, influences, trends and issues in the modern elementary school curriculum. Recommended as a culminating course.



    Prerequisites
    Current teaching certificate.

  • CIE 687 - Curriculum Development Elementary Education


    Credits 3

    Examines the conceptual framework and decision making involved in elementary school curriculum development.



    Prerequisites
      

  • CIG 600A - Curriculum and Instruction


    Credits 1 – 6

    Specialized course in curriculum and instruction designed to develop depth in understanding a current educational topic for the in-service teacher.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 601 - Curriculum and Instruction Urban Settings


    Credits 3

    This course is a research-based study of elementary and secondary education in urban settings that blends curriculum and instruction to develop an in-depth understanding of contemporary educational practices.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 602 - Differentiated Curriculum and Instruction


    Credits 3

    Research-based study of strategies to differentiate curriculum and instruction in order to effectively assess learner needs, modify curriculum materials, plan and implement instruction, develop assignments, and evaluate learning outcomes.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 603 - Urban Education


    Credits 3

    Analysis of the needs and problems of pupils in the urban school, with special emphasis on the development of relevant curricula and teaching strategies. Field work on a pertinent problem required.



    Prerequisites
    Subject area undergraduate methods course.

  • CIG 605 - Elementary and Secondary Methods and Assessments for Global Teaching


    Credits 3

    Introduction to the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum and Professional Learning Foundations in Teaching Methods and Assessments for the Primary Years Program, Middle Years Program, Diploma Program and the Career Related Program.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 608 - Field Experience in International Baccalaureate School


    Credits 3

    Apply content acquired in methods courses to field-based experiences.



    Prerequisites
    Enrollment in the Graduate Certificate in Global Teaching program.

  • CIG 609 - Residency in International Baccalaureate School


    Credits 8

    Full-time teaching as a teacher candidate in a K-12 school related directly to the student’s program of study teaching field(s).



    Prerequisites
    Enrollment in the Graduate Certificate in Global Teaching program.

  • CIG 619 - Visual Methods


    Credits 3

    Visual approaches to exploring phenomena related to educational and other social contexts. Attention given to theoretical, methodological, analytical, and ethical considerations of visual research.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 620 - Principles of Learning Mathematics


    Credits 3

    Study of research involving cognitive factors that impact the learning of mathematics. Crosslist CIG 720.



    Prerequisites
    One 600-level course in mathematics instruction or consent of instructor.

  • CIG 621 - Diagnostic Assessment School Mathematics


    Credits 3

    Study of the causes and effects of mathematics learning difficulties, methods and instruments useful in diagnosis and treatment. Evaluation of materials for the correction of mathematics learning problems.



    Prerequisites
    One 600-level course in mathematics instruction or consent of instructor.

  • CIG 629 - Mathematics Education Seminar


    Credits 3

    Examination of seminal and current mathematics education research through readings, writings, discussions and presentations.



    Prerequisites
    Fifteen hours of graduate coursework or consent of instructor.

  • CIG 639 - Science Education Seminar


    Credits 3

    Examination of seminal and current science education research through readings, writings, discussions and presentations.



    Prerequisites
    Fifteen hours of graduate coursework or consent of instructor.

  • CIG 649 - Social Studies Education Seminar


    Credits 3

    Examination of seminal and current social studies education research through readings, writings, discussions and presentations.



    Prerequisites
    Fifteen hours of graduate coursework or consent of instructor.

  • CIG 667 - Teaching about Latina/Latino Experiences in Education


    Credits 3

    Examine the various sociopolitical, sociocultural, sociohistorical, and other factors that have shaped, and continue to shape, the PK-16 schooling experiences of Latina/Latino youth. Learn to use a community cultural wealth lens to develop critical understanding of the educational challenges that Latina/Latino students’ encounter in schools. Crosslisted with WMST 699.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 680 - Developing Social Emotional Competence in Teachers and Professional Leaders


    Credits 3

    Recognizing social and emotional factors that influence student learning, analyzing student needs and planning for classroom supports to meet those needs. Emphasis on students’ contexts and how to successfully engage families. 



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 681 - Curriculum Implementation and Innovation


    Credits 3

    International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum and Professional Learning Foundations in Curriculum Implementation and Innovation for the Primary Years Program, Middle Years Program, Diploma Program and the Career Related Program.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 682 - Encouraging Reflective Practice


    Credits 3

    Focuses on the theoretical bases, roles, approaches, and dimensions of educator reflection to improve instructional practices. Provides opportunities to use theory and data to improve reflective practice and instructional leadership. Emphasis given to knowledge and skills of teacher reflection, necessary to be a master teacher and teacher leader.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 683 - Dynamic Teaching Practices


    Credits 3

    Develop teacher-as-facilitator perspectives at the building level and leverage research-based teaching practices to increase student achievement. Coursework will be tied to the state teacher evaluation framework and steeped in adult learning theory.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 684 - Data Literacy for Teacher and Professional Leaders


    Credits 3

    How to design assessments that are valid and reliable. How to develop instruction based on multiple sources of formative and summative data for all areas.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 685 - Peer Assistance and Review


    Credits 3

    Overview of policy regarding teacher evaluations with an emphasis on the state’s teacher evaluation. Emphasis will be given to successfully coaching peers through the review process.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 686 - Educators as Change Agents in Schools


    Credits 3

    Foundations of policy, advocacy, and equity within various systems and structures through case studies. Build leadership capacity and roles of teacher leaders as change agents at the school/building/community as well as state and national levels. Examines goal setting and decision making to improve educational systems.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 687 - Coaching High-Leverage Field Practices


    Credits 3

    Contextualize high-level field practices for building-level leadership. Activities include the development of mentorship plans that consider content and context. Field component required.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 688 - Teaching and Learning Seminar


    Credits 3

    Examination of seminal and current research in education or licensed professionals’ disciplines through student-directed readings, discussions, and presentations.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 689 - Curriculum and Instruction Seminar


    Credits 1 - 3

    Examination of seminal and current mathematics education research through readings, writings, discussions and presentations.



    Prerequisites
    Fifteen hours of graduate coursework or consent of instructor.

  • CIG 690 - Teachers as Action Researchers


    Credits 3

    Surveys literature on classroom action research as a new genre of research, examines important issues in the field of teacher research, and helps students begin conducting action research in their own classrooms. Students develop an action research project.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 692 - Curriculum Evaluation in Education


    Credits 3

    Study of research-based practices in general and specific curriculum evaluation. Requires a field-based curriculum evaluation project related to an elementary or secondary subject area and basic knowledge of statistics, research methodology, and curriculum theory.



    Prerequisites
      or   or consent of instructor.

  • CIG 697 - Curriculum and Instruction Culminating Experience


    Credits 1 – 3

    Culminating experience for M.Ed. students. Includes a selection of faculty approved options such as a comprehensive examination, professional manuscript or presentation, eportfolio project, or other equitable curricular experiences.



    Prerequisites
    Thirty hours graduate course work.

  • CIG 698 - Curriculum and Instruction Professional Paper/Project


    Credits 3

    Culminating activity for M.Ed. students. Paper/project requires the student to identify an educational issues applicable to a professional setting and conduct in-depth study or action research concerning the issue.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 699 - Curriculum and Instruction Thesis


    Credits 3 – 9

    Culminating activity for M.S. Students.



    Prerequisites
      and consent of instructor.

  • CIG 706 - Mentoring Strategies to Improve Educational Practices


    Credits 3

    Addresses underlying theory of mentoring and development of mentoring strategies and practices. Aims to improve mentoring practices of experienced teachers working with novice teachers.



    Prerequisites
    Consent of instructor.

  • CIG 716 - Reading and Conference


    Credits 1 – 3

    Independent reading and study conference with assigned professor.



    Prerequisites
    Must be approved prior to registration.

  • CIG 720 - Principles of Mathematics Learning


    Credits 3

    Study of research involving cognitive factors that impact the learning of mathematics. Crosslist CIG 620.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIG 760R - Inquiry into Teacher Education


    Credits 3

    Supports students in analyzing major issues, questions, and trends in teacher education as well as the social, historical, and theoretical backgrounds. Familiarizes students with various forms of literature in the field of teacher education. Engages students in writing literature reviews and conference proposals.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  • CIG 761 - Theoretical Foundations of Education


    Credits 3

    Examines the historical, philosophical, sociological, and cultural foundations of teaching and learning.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status; or consent of instructor.

  • CIG 762 - Instructional Strategies and Learning to Teach in Higher Education


    Credits 3

    Focuses on the past, present, and evolving pedagogical content of teacher education. Topics include: the role and work of the teacher educator, teacher educator curricular issues, and effective teaching strategies for working with adult learners.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status. 

  • CIG 763 - Advanced Research in Teaching and Teacher Education


    Credits 3

    Broad overview of the process of learning to teach that begins long before a teacher enrolls in education courses. Explores empirical and conceptual questions about teacher learning across the career.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status. 

  • CIG 764 - Models of Teaching


    Credits 3

    Considers the wide variety of approaches to teaching through historical, theoretical and research perspectives. Emphasis on the identification of models of teaching most appropriate to the objectives of individual lessons.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIG 765 - Instructional Design


    Credits 3

    Trends, issues, and research findings on effective instructional planning, presentation, and evaluation.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status.

  • CIG 766 - Evaluation of Teaching


    Credits 3

    Survey of current methods in evaluating teaching including summative and formative evaluation; high and low inference instruments; validity, reliability and legal issues; and techniques of data gathering. Explores evaluation as a method of improving instruction.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIG 767 - Human Relations for the Teacher Educator


    Credits 3

    Inquiry into the role of cultural, racial, and social minorities in education.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status.

  • CIG 768 - Advanced Curriculum Studies


    Credits 3

    Examines various philosophical and theoretical traditions in contemporary Curriculum Studies, including progressive educational thought, postmodern, post-structural, psychoanalytic, Marxist, postcolonial, feminist, and queer theory. One of three courses that fulfills the requirement for two Educational Foundations courses.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIG 770 - Current Trends and Issues in Education


    Credits 3

    Contemporary trends and issues in curriculum development, teaching and learning in education.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status or consent of instructor.

  • CIG 773 - Critical Literacies/Critical Pedagogies


    Credits 3

    Explores the work of Paulo Freire and the development of Critical Literacy and Critical Pedagogy. This is a required course for students of International and Cultural Studies and can be used as an elective for those doctoral students in literacy education.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral Status or Consent of Instructor

  • CIG 775 - Theoretical Frameworks for Science Education


    Credits 3

    Examines the backgrounds and applications of a variety of theoretical frameworks for qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research in science education, including constructivist, hermeneutic, and critical theory frameworks. Students will analyze and critique such frameworks as they apply toward their own potential research topics.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral Status or Consent of Instructor

  • CIG 776 - Philosophical Foundations of Science Education


    Credits 3

    An exploration of the works of twentieth century philosophers of science who were most influential in shaping the thinking about science among science education community. Aims to help participants develop informed and critical views of nature of science and its implications for science teaching and learning.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status or Consent of Instructor

  • CIG 777 - Principles of Learning Science


    Credits 3

    This advanced course is designed to develop an understanding of the theoretical ideas related to how people learn scientific concepts. Using a combination of current research from cognitive science, educational psychology, and evaluations of classroom interventions, students will explore a range of topics that relate directly to science learning.



    Prerequisites
    Consent of instructor.

  • CIG 779 - Advanced Seminar in Curriculum and Instruction


    Credits 3

    Concentrated study of literature on specified topics in curriculum and instruction studies. Specific topic announced in the schedule of classes.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status and consent of instructor.

  • CIG 780 - Research on Teaching and Schooling


    Credits 3

    Examines, analyzes, and critiques research literature in contexts and cultures of teaching and schooling, teachers’ knowledge and beliefs, school change and teacher change processes, and schooling for diverse learners.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status.   and   or consent of instructor.

  • CIG 781 - Theories and Research in Classroom Management


    Credits 3

    Assists teacher educators in exploring major models of classroom management with emphasis on developing strategies to promote teacher growth. Models include behavioristic, humanistic, and cognitive approaches toward managing student behavior. Development of classroom routines, preventive discipline, and organization of classroom environment.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status.

  • CIG 782 - School Climate


    Credits 3

    Study of research on effective schools relative to school climate; curricular, instructional, psychological, affective, and processing. Emphasis on utilization of research in developing and inservice education.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status.

  • CIG 783 - Theory and Research in School Mathematics


    Credits 3

    Analysis and evaluation of theories and research in school mathematics methods and curriculum with emphasis on theories and research leading to contemporary programs.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status. Six hours of course work in educational research, one 700-level course in mathematics methods, and consent of instructor.

  • CIG 784 - Theory and Research in School Science


    Credits 3

    Analysis and evaluation of theories and research in school science methods and curriculum with emphasis on theories and research leading to contemporary programs.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status. Six hours of course work in educational research, one 700-level course in science methods, and consent of instructor.

  • CIG 786 - Individual Instruction in Education


    Credits 1 – 6

    Application of theory, actual research, or replication of studies related to school education. Must be approved prior to registration.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status.

  • CIG 787 - Individual Instruction in Mathematics Education


    Credits 3

    Application of theory, actual research, or replication of studies related to mathematics education. Must be approved prior to registration.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status.

  • CIG 788 - Individual Instruction in Science Education


    Credits 3

    Application of theory, actual research, or replication of studies related to science education. Maximum of six credits accepted toward degree. Must be approved prior to registration.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status.

  • CIG 790 - Doctoral Research Seminar


    Credits 3

    Designed to assist a cohort of doctoral students in varying stages of dissertation development: prospectus writing, research design, data collection, data analysis, and oral defense.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status.

  • CIG 791 - Internship in Curriculum and Instruction


    Credits 1 – 3

    Individually structured apprenticeship experience preparing students for future service. Requires up to 50 hour of work experience for each credit earned.



    Prerequisites
    Doctoral status and consent of instructor.

  • CIG 799 - Dissertation


    Credits 3

    May be taken for variable credits over a period of several semesters, with final grade being withheld until the dissertation has been successfully defended. Once a student enrolls in CIG 799, enrollment must be continuous until the dissertation is successfully defended.



    Prerequisites
    Consent of advisor. 3-24 credits in increments of three.

  • CIGR 680 - Developing Social Emotional Competence in Teachers and Professional Leaders


    Credits 3

    Recognizing social and emotional factors that influence K-12 student learning, analyzing K-12 student needs and planning for classroom supports to meet those needs. Emphasis on K-12 students’ contexts and how to successfully engage families.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIGR 681 - Curriculum Implementation and Innovation


    Credits 3

    Teacher leaders develop skills in critiquing, redesigning, and differentiating curricula.  Learn to serve as teacher leaders for curriculum implementation, redesign, and differentiation in urban settings to meet the needs of K-12 urban school students.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIGR 687 - Coaching High-Leverage Field Practices


    Credits 3

    Mentorship planning that considers content and context in order to grow the skill level of colleagues. Intentional mentorship planning cycles result in a systemic change at the K-12 school level in culture and K-12 student performance when rooted in high-leverage instructional practices.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIGR 688 - Teaching and Learning Seminar


    Credits 3

    Examination of K-12 school data and implications for long-term school goals as well as obstacles that impede K-12 school reform. District initiatives and the effects on K-12 schools will also be addressed.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIL 501 - Children’s Literature Elementary School Curriculum


    Credits 3

    Exposes teacher candidates to a wide range of children’s literature and develops knowledge for selecting and sharing quality children’s literature in the elementary classroom. Focuses on the role that children’s literature plays in the elementary curriculum. Crosslisted with EDRL 401. Credit at the 500-level requires additional work.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIL 511 - Teaching Language Arts Elementary Schools


    Credits 3

    Current methods and materials for teaching language arts including oral language arts including oral language development, speaking and listening, written expression, spelling, and handwriting.



    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  • CIL 542 - Literacy Instruction I


    Credits 3

    Methods of instruction and assessment for primary grade readers and writers. Designed to help teacher candidates acquire knowledge and strategies related to literacy development and engagement through classroom application, reflection, analysis, and implementation of lessons with diverse learners. Crosslisted with EDRL 442. Credit at the 500-level requires additional work.



    Prerequisites
    Passing of Praxis Core: Reading 156; Writing 162; Math 15

    Corequisite
    Enrollment in a practicum.

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