Fall 2008 Schedule

513 Cognition, Learning, and Literacy Development (3)
This course examines underlying concepts associated with the acquisition of reading and writing. Social and cultural factors contributing to literacy development are considered from the perspectives of educational psychology, cognitive psychology, and language development. Current issues related to classroom instruction are addressed in lectures, discussions, and classroom applications. Thursday 5:30 - 8:30 PM with J. Kuyvenhoven

550 Theories of Learning Disabilities (3)
This course is designed to acquaint students with major theoretical models of learning disabilities through a series of lecture discussions. Research related
to general characteristics, language acquisition, academic, social development, and problem solving performance of the learning disabled is examined. Approaches to the education of the students with learning disabilities based on the theoretical models are also studied. Current issues in the field are discussed. Federal and State special education legislation is examined. Prerequisite: Education 202 or permission from the instructor. This course will be held on campus Sept. 8, 15; Oct. 6; Nov. 3, Dec.8, 15; and will continue online between those meetings.Monday 5:30 - 8:30 PM SC 322 with P. Stegink

569 Educational Leadership Internship (2)
This internship allows prospective school leaders to work closely with a mentor in a school setting for 80 hours over a period of 10 weeks during the
school year. Participants will examine nine critical skills of leadership and undertake activities in fourteen investigative areas in two school settings. Prerequisites: Education 534, 538, 562, 563, and permission of the Educational Leadership advisor. Arrange with A Boerema

580 Curriculum Theory and Development (3)
A study of curriculum development theories and models for preschool
through grade 12. This course includes a study of issues relating to organizing curriculum, selecting effective learningresources, implementing curricular change in a school setting, analyzing curriculum, and materials for scope and sequence, gender issues, multicultural considerations, and integrating faith and learning. Prerequisite:Teaching experience. ON-LINE COURSE with J. Simonson

582 Curriculum and Instruction: Learning Disabilities (3)
This course is designed to acquaint students with remedial methods appropriate for students in grades K-12 with learning disabilities. Attention
is given to the role of the teacher/clinician, adapting the learning environment, and selecting appropriate instructional methods for students with learning disabilities. Curriculum and instructional methods related to oral language, reading, writing, mathematics, problem solving, and uses of computer technology are examined. Meeting IEPC goals in classroom instruction is considered. Emphasis is placed on the development of interpersonal skills required in co-teaching structures and in working with
professionals in other disciplines, agencies, colleagues, and parents in the school and community.Prerequisite: Education 550. Wednesday 5:30 - 8:30 PM SC 300 with D. Buursma

594 Educational Research and the Classroom (3)
The purposes of this course are (1) to explore a variety of types and methods of educational research and inquiry from a Christian perspective and (2) to design a master’s degree project or action research. Emphasis is placed on identifying and designing research that is practically feasible and provides useful information for the classroom teacher. Students engage in educational inquiry and design educational research in an area appropriate
to their subject matter area or grade level interest. Prerequisite: At least
two graduate-level courses. Tuesday 5:30 - 8:30 PM SC 300 with A. Boerema