Educational Psychology acquaints the teacher education candidate with the stages of human development-physical, social, emotional, intellectual, cognitive, and moral. The course examines diversity variables that impact student learning and the broad base of research and knowledge of learning theory. The course promotes critical thinking and analysis of effective teaching and classroom management, and assists the pre-service educator in developing behavior management plan, instructional objectives, and student assessments. Field Experience Laboratory in public schools for 15 hours. Prerequisite: Sophomore, Education Foundations 220 (Formerly EDUC 200) or concurrent. Also encourage students to have completed Communications 130, EDUC 190 Educational Technology Applications, English 190 & 200, as this course will involve public speaking, use of technology, and the writing of an extensive research paper.) Prior to enrolling in EDUC 260 and in order to take this course, all course participants are required to attempt (but not necessarily pass) the ETS Praxis Core Academic Standards for Educators (CASE). 08/21/2019-12/13/2019 Lecture Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11:00AM - 11:50AM, Example Hall Paul Jones, Room 203
- Teacher: Marcie Raol