SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
552 Supervision in Language and Literacy (3)
505 Elementary Curriculum (4) Introduction to the scope and sequence of the curriculum in mathe matics, science, social studies, and lan guage arts; emphas is on teaching, integration across content areas, class room management, and resources. A minimum of 60 hours of observation/ participation in schools is required.
pronunciation and grammar in fo rms classroom instruction and practice. 541 Methods of Teaching Linguistically Diverse Students (3) Survey of the theories and foundations of bilingual education as well as orga nizational models and practices for use in teaching English as a second lan guage, English language development, and content area teaching. The appl i cation of theory to classroom instruc tion is emphasized. Evaluation and selection of materials for instruction, and the assessment of English lan guage 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 affect the acquisition of first and sec ond language reading, writing, listen ing and speaking ski lls 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 acq uisition and English language development is criti cally analyzed and discussed. Present sociocultural, sociopol itical, and insti tution al factors affect ing bilin gua l 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 explore, evaluate, dis cuss, and effective ly incorporate the literary works of children and young adul ts in the multicultural classroom. Theories and rationales for the use of multi cu ltural li terature 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 opportuni ty to apply theory to practice in a naturalistic, field-setting.
lyze and discuss current research related to the school community. 523 Behavior and Classroom Management (3) The effect of teacher behavior upon student behavior, the learning task, and the classroom environment. Exp lores alternat ive approaches to classroom discipline, management, and organization. 524 Culture and Cultural Diversity (3) Examines and analy-Les current research and theories concerning the nature of culture and its relationship to the lan guage , cognition, learni ng, and acade mic achievement of the diverse sn1dent 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 Practice (3) Critical analysis of the processes and dynamics of reading as we ll as the methods and materials for teaching reading in the elementary and sec ondary schools. Theoretical models of reading, emergent literacy, current issues in literacy and instruction , and the assessment and evaluation of read ing are also discussed. 531 Writing Process and Practice (3) Writing as a process, its interre lation ship to reading, cognition , and to lin guistic and contextual issues. Examina tion of current problems, instructional 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 nanire and causes of reading difficulties and disabiliti es, including techniques and materials for individual diagnosis. Instruction provided in regard to clinical and classroom techn iques, evaluation and use of materials for the remediation of reading disabilities, and active partici pation in an instructional progrdm. 540 Language and Linguistics (3) A introductory course that considers the structure and use of language in genera l, and Eng li sh in particular. Takes into consideration the similari ties and differences between other lan guages and Engli sh. Particular empha sis is placed upon how an understand ing of language, linguistics, and English
Laboratory experience in language and literacy under the supervision of qualified instructional leaders and university supervisors. 560 Chicano/Hispanic Cultures (3) The origins and characteristics of Ch i cano/ Hispanic peoples and cultures. Historical periods and events , demo graphics, migration and movement, immigration , and the contributions of Latino cu lture on the landscape of Cali forn ia and the United Sta tes are studied. The particular knowledge and ski lls needed to apply this under- standing in the classroom by teachers of Latino students will be emphasized. 561 Methodology for Primary Language Instruction (3) Inso1.1ctional techniques, organization of instruction, the organization and strate gies for the use of English and of the stu dents' primary language; eva luation, selection and uses of p1imary language materials and cu1Ticula; and the assess ment of content area knowledge and achievement are the focus of this course. 596 Professional Development Seminars (1-3) Subject.matter and credit lry mrangement. 597 Independent Studies (1-3) Subject mat/er and credit lry anangement.
Prerequisite: consent. Fee: $20. 506 Secondary Curriculum (4)
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Curriculum, classroom management, teaching methods, use of media and educational skills in content areas. A minimum of 60 hours of observation/ participation in schools is required. Prerequisite: consent. Fee: $20. 510 Health Education for Teachers (2) The nature and scope of Health Edu cation. Discussion of tobacco, alcohol, narcotics, nutrition , and other health re lated issues. Teacher planning of prevention programs. For credential students only. 511 Computers in the Classroom (2) Knowledge and ski lls of computer use in educationa l settings; computer appli cations in curriculum, instruc tion, classroom materials, and record keeping for appropriate grade levels and subject areas. Credential students on ly. Admission by consen t. 512 Elementary Student Teaching I (6) 513 Elementary Student Teaching II (6) 514 Secondary Student Teaching I (6) 515 Secondary Student Teaching II (6) Full-time laboratory experience in school classrooms under the direction 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 atten tion to needs of minority students, cu ltural and ethn ic differences, and development of moral / spiritual val ues. Credential requirement. 522 Current Issues in Education (3) Fundamental and specific issues in ed ucation. Exami nes the views of a wide range of philosophers, psycholo gists, sociologists, professional educa tors, political leaders, historians, and researchers. Students investigate , ana-
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599 Research/Instructional Development Project (1-3)
Students may elect to complete a research proj ect or an instructional development project under the guid ance of a faculty adviser. Both options require a wri tten thesis or report.
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