Course Directory

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Adv Educational Tech

Advanced course for graduate students who have a background in computers or who have taken ED 217 or ED 517 at Clarion University. Focuses on the development of knowledge and skills in: hardware/software maintenance; instructional design; educational," electronic networking; sophisticated applications of integrated software; and educational applications of multimedia, including interactive video CD-ROM, sound, text, and graphics. Prepares teachers to make appropriate decisions regarding the use of technology in their classrooms/schools. Admission by permission of instructor. On demand.

Internet Applic K-12 Edu

Introduces K-12 Educators and/or Technology Specialist Certificate candidates to the potentials of the Internet and assist them in using this multi-faceted resource as an effective teaching tool within the classroom. Participants will be introduced,"to the history, structure, and overall capabilities of the Internet, including Electronic Mail, Telnet, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), World Wide Web, and web-based distance education. Within this framework, participants will create their own web pages, design on-line instructional lessons appropriate to their discipline, and demoonstrate the integration of Internet/Technology information throughout the K-12 curriculum. Prerequisite: None. Annually.|

Ed Tech Leadership

Involves a survey or various theories, models, and styles of leadership, followed by the application of leadership skills in teacher-pupil, teacher-colleague, teacher-administrator relationships and how those relationships are affected by the use oftechnology in schools and how technology, in turn, impacts these roles. Summer, annually.

Master's Thesis

Provides graduate students enrolled in M.Ed. Programs with an elective course to focus on writing a professional research report in the student's field of study under the supervision of a graduate faculty member in the department. Upon completion, the thesis is presented to all members of the student's thesis committee. Both qualitative and quantitative investigations may be completed as a thesis. Thesis option may be taken in lieu of the comprehensive examination and, therefore, may be usedin partial fulfillment for the Master of Education degree. Students must complete applications for independent study with their advisor before registering for ED 701.

Ed Funct/Super

Admin Funct Super

Curr Design & Dev

Internship in Education

Provides an advanced professional experience in an educational setting where the student can gain hands-on experience working with practitioners under the guidance of certified education specialists in a school, district, or intermediate unit. Students will be able to apply the theories, knowledge, and skills in their coursework to an actual work environment. Students work with their advisor and graduate coordinator to locate an internship placement that best meets their needs. Prerequisite(s): 18 credits of successfully completed coursework including ED 520; permission of the instructor and field supervisor.

Intrnship Sup E Ed

Leadership & The Adm Process

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the theory and practice of educational administration. The course is concerned with the competencies for managing and leading effective schools and increasing individual and group productivity. Th,eories and research findings that guide sound leadership practice will be uncovered. This course has been designed as the first course in the Principal Certification Program taken by the prospective school administrator. (Theme1)

Found, Sch Reform & Align Curr

This course is designed to provide the principal candidate with an examination of the curricular issues facing school administrators. Topics covered include but are not limited to: curriculum theory and practice, school reform/standards movement, curriculum mapping and assessment, and the curriculum adoption process. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Theme 1.

Instruct Superv For The School

This is the second course in Theme II (Curriculum Issues) of the principal certification program. This course is designed to provide the candidate with an examination of the instructional supervision issues facing school administrators. Topics covere,"d may include, but are not limited to: principal as instructional leader, brain theory, multiple intelligences, mastery teaching, teacher expectation theory, and models of supervision. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Theme I.

School Facilities & Plant Oper

This is the first course in Theme III (School Management) of the principal certification program. It is designed to provide the principal candidate with an examination of the physical building issues facing school administrators. Topics covered inclu,"de: transportation, managing renovation and construction, food service operation, and custodial operations. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Theme II.

School Finance

This is the second course in Theme III (School Management) of the principal certification program. Candidates will obtain theoretical and practical information about the basic principles of school finance, accounting procedures, and school business management. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Theme II.

Admin Ethic And School Law

This course represents the fourth theme (Administrative Ethics and School Law) in the principal certification program. This course is designed to provide the candidate with an examination of the legal and ethical issues facing school administrators.,Prerequisite: Successful completion of Theme III.

Practicum In School Admin I

This course provides the candidate an authentic experience during the first semester of the principal certification program. It will begin on the first day of the semester and continue until the last day of the semester unless extended by the candida,"te, the university mentor, or the field mentor. Candidate will focus on areas of educational administration via their experience in the administrative assessment center. Prerequisite: Enrollment in Themes I through IV.

The Law And Special Education

This is the first course within the fifth theme of the principal certification program. (The first theme in semester 2.) This course is designed to provide the candidate with an examination of the legal issues and challenges of the special education,program facing school administrators today. Prerequisite: All first semester requirements. (Themes I thru IV)

Spec Ed Prog Admin & Eval

This is the second course in Theme V (Special Education) of the principal certification program. It is designed to provide the candidate with an examination of the administration and evaluation of the special education program including an overview o,f the special education audit process. Prerequisite: All semester one courses and requirements.

Personnel Select & Supervision

This is the first course in Theme VI (Human Resource Management) in the principal certification program. It is designed to provide the candidates with an introduction to personnel selection, supervision, and evaluation. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Theme V.

Staff Development

This is the second course in Theme VI (Human Resource Management) in the principal certification program. It is designed to provide the candidate with concepts and strategies designed to plan and implement programs that will meet the needs of profess,ional educators having a broad range of experience and maturity with regard to their teaching pedagogy. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Theme V.

Mediating Conflict In Organiza

This is the third course in Theme VI (Human Resource Management) in the principal certification program. This course will help candidates to develop an understanding of the management of power and conflict in organizations. Attention will be given to," group process, consensus building, and group dynamics. Case studies and simulations will be used to foster skills in conflict resolution. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Theme V.

Oral & Writ Comm For Sch Admin

This is the first course in Theme VII (Community Relations) of the principal certification program. It is designed to provide the candidate with an examination of the issues related to working with the general public and various stakeholders within t,he school community. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Theme VI.

Dev Pos Relations w/ Stakehold

This is the second course in Theme VII (Community Relations) in the principal certification program. It is designed to provide the candidate with an examination of issues related to working with the public facing school administrators. Prerequisite:,Successful completion of Theme VI.

Practicum In Sch Admin II

This course provides the candidate an authentic experience during the second semester of the principal certification program. It will begin on the first day of the semester and will continue until the last day of the semester unless extended by the c,"andidate, university mentor, or field mentor. Candidates will focus on areas of educational administration via their experience in the administrative assessment center. Prerequisite: Enrollment in Themes V through VII.

Tch Of Elem Sci

Examines methods of presenting science in the elementary school. Provides experiences in learning process, scope and sequence of science concepts, methods of investigation, problem solving, laboratory skills, scientific attitudes, newer curricula, reading materials, observing and working with elementary school children, and developing, teaching, and evaluating lessons. Two hour lecture and two hours laboratory weekly. Each semester.

Tch Elem & Middle Sch Math 4-8

Focuses on principles in teaching mathematics to children in the middle grades (4-8), mathematics processes in middle grades, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Principles and Standards for School Mathematics, and involving and assisting parents and communities in understanding childhood development in mathematics. Prerequisites: MATH 111, SPED 422, SPED 418. Must be taken with ELED 327, ELED 329, and ELED 332 as a part of the ELED pre-block.

Meth Tch El & Mid Sc Soc Stdy

This course for teachers in grades 4-8 emphasizes the development, selection, management and evaluation of materials and experiences that foster concept development, inquiry and critical thinking in social studies. The course also addresses the needs of diverse student populations, integration of content areas and application of technology. Prerequisite: ELED 327 and ELED 329.

Inst Strat & Class Mgt Mid Lev

Explores basic skills of planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating the teaching-learning and management process at the Middle School level. Focuses on teacher effectiveness research and its application to instructional strategies, materials, and classroom/behavioral management. Includes peer teaching and field observations as integral components of the course. Prerequisites: ED 122 and certification program admission.

Educational Assessment

Examines construction, selection, administration, interpretation, and utilization of evaluation techniques and instruments, including statistical interpretations. Emphasizes analysis of standardized tests applicable to various content areas, as well as the construction and utilization of qualitative assessment techniques. This is taken prior to the methods courses (block(s).