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571 Student Motivation & Classroom Management Seminar (2) Surveys the theories of motivation and behavior as well as classroom manager ial approaches. Reviews selection of meaningful activities, appropriate rein forcement and immediate feedback. 572/573 Elementary or Secondary Curriculum Planning (3) Identifies key characteristics of pro ductive planning and generates analo gies that highlight important aspects of teacher planning. Incorpo rates objectives, different teaching strate gies, materials and assessment plans. 574 Evaluation of Teaching & Learning Seminar (2) Reviews instructional objectives, set ting criteria and identification of stu dent's prior performance using for mal and informal assessment. Incor porates critical thinking skills into classroom instruction and reviews affective outcomes of teaching. 575 Elementary Reading/ Language Arts (3) A review of methods and materials for teaching reading to students in ele mentary schools using a variety of approaches and techniques; considera tion of the needs of pupils with varied cultural and language backgrounds. 576 Secondary Content and Reading Methods & Materials (3) A review of single subject content areas in secondary schools. A look at reading techniques, testing and individualization. 580/582 Internship Fieldwork I- Fall (6) Teaching responsibility in which can didate is under contract with a speci fied school district and supervised by district and university personnel. 581f.i83 Internship Fieldwork II-Spring (6) Teaching responsibility in which can didate is under contract with a speci fied school district and supervised by district and university personnel. 596 Professional Development Seminars (1·3) Subjed matter and credit !,y arrangemmt. 597 Independent Studies (1·3) Subjed matter and credit !,y arrangement. 599 Research/Instructional Development Project or Thesis (1·3) Students may elect to complete a research project or an instructional development project or thesis under the guidance of a faculty adviser. Both options require awritten thesis or report
531 Writing Process and Approaches (3) Writing as a process, its interrelation ship to reading, cognition and to lin guistic and contextual issues. Examina tion of current problems, instmctional research, theories, methods of instruc tion and materials, programs, compos ing on the computer and assessment 532 Diagnosis and Remediation of Reading Difficulties (3) Addresses numerous theoretical and practical considerations related to the nature and causes of reading diffintlties and disabilities, including techniques and materials for individual diagnosis. Instruction provided in regard to clinical and classroom techniques, evaluation and use of materials for the remediation of reading disabilities and active partici pation in an instructional program. 540 Language and Linguistics (3) A introductory course that considers the structure and use of language in general and English in particular. Takes into consideration the similari ties and differences between other lan guages and English. Particular empha sis is placed upon how an understand ing of language, linguistics and English pronunciation and grammar informs classroom instruction and practice. 541 Methods of Teaching Linguistically Diverse Students (3) Survey of the theories and foundations of bilingual education as well as organiza tional models and practices for use in teaching English as a second language, English language development and con tent area teaching. The application of theory to classroom instruction is empha sized. Evaluation and selection of materi als for instruction and the assessment of English language proficiency and content area achievement are also considered. 542 Language Assessment and Evaluation (3) The individual differences of language minority students, instructional tech niques and classroom discourse which afTect the acquisition of first and sec ond language reading, writing, listen ing and speaking skills are examined and analyzed. Also addresses the skills and competencies needed to ade quately and effectively assess, diagnose and evaluate English language profi ciency for placement and achievement. 543 Language Development and Acquisition (3) Research concerning current theories, trends, models and methods of first and second language acquisition and
of qualified supervising master teach ers and university supervisors. Weekly seminar required. Prerequisite: appli cation and consent. Students doing student teaching are limited to a max imum of 15 units that semester. 521 Education In the Least Restrictive Environment (3) Competencies for meeting the needs of exceptional students; special attention to needs of minority students, cultural and ethnic differences , and develop ment of moral/spiritual values. For Pro fessional Clear credential requirement. 522 Current Issues In Education (3) Fundamental and specific issues in edu cation. Examines the views of a wide range of philosophers, psychologists, sociologists, professional educators, polit ical leaders, historians and researchers. Sn1dents investigate, analyze and discus.s current research related to the school community. A field practicum compo nent is required for teaching credential candidates only. Field observation/ par ticipation in schools is reqttired for cre dential candidates. 523 Behavior and Classroom Management (3) The effect of teacher behavior upon student behavior, the learning task and the classroom environment. Explores alternative approaches to classroom discipline, management and organization. 524 Research In Culture and Cultural Diversity (3) Examines and analyzes current research and theories concerning the nature of culture and its relationship to the lan guage, cognition, learning and acade mic achievement of the diverse student population of California and the U.S. in general. Consideration of the critical role of the teacher in understanding, using, valuing and communicating cul tural knowledge for the purpose of max imizing educational objectives. 530 Reading Process and Approaches (3) Critical analysis of the processes and dynamics of reading as well as the meth ods and materials for teaching reading in the elementary and secondary schools. Theoretical models of reading, emergent literacy, current issues in liter acy and instmction, and the assessment and evaluation of reading are also dis- cussed. Afield practicum component is reqttired for teaching credential candi dates only. Field observation/participa tion in schools is required for credential candidates.
English language development is criti cally analyzed and discussed. Present sociocultural, sociopolitical and insti tutional factors affecting bilingual education and the acquisition of sec ond languages are also examined in view of the historical and conceptual contexts of bilingual education. 550 Literature Study in the Classroom (3) Opportunity to exp lore, evaluate, dis cuss and effectively incorporate the lit erary works of children and young adults in the multicultural classroom. Theories and rationales for the use of multicultural literature in the class room are discussed. 551 Practicum in Language and Literacy (3) Observation, case study construction and analysis , assistance and instruc tion of one or more language minor ity students in an actual language and literacy environment This practicum affords opportunity to apply theory to practice in a naturalistic, field-setting. 552 Supervision in Language and Literacy (3) Laboratory experience in language and literacy under the supervision of qualified instructional leaders and universi ty supervisors. 560 Chicano/Hispanic Cultures (3) The origins and characteristics of Chi cano/ Hispanic peoples and cultures. Historical periods and events, demo graphics, migration and movement, immigration, and the contributions of Latino culture on the landscape of California and the United States are studied. The particular knowledge and skills needed to apply this under standing in the classroom by teachers of Latino students will be emphasized. 561 Methodology for Primary Language Instruction (3) Instructional techniques, organization of instruction, the organization and strategies for the use of English and of the students ' primary language; evalu ation, selection and uses of primary language materials and curricula; and the assessment of content area knowl edge and achievement are the focus of this course. Courses 570-583 cannot be used toward the Master's degree. 570 Introduction to Internship (2) Program information and application proces.1. Topics of discussion include stu dent rapport and environment, profes sional obligations and student diversity.
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