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EDU115: Digital Literacy for Teaching and Learning in Education – 3 credits

Overview of digital literacy for identifying the skills needed to become informed users of technology to communicate, instruct, create and think critically with digital tools. Explores how emerging technologies are used to teach and learn across varied educational environments (face-to-face, hybrid, online, etc). Includes skills focused on basic computer operations, productivity software, digital citizenship, instructional practices, information literacy and family and professional partnerships. Discusses current trends and related issues about the use of technology and its impacts in P20 education.
Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: CS

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
26257	Glendale B 103	Hybrid	08/26 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Tu	4:30PM – 5:45PM	J. Moore	Open 5 of 24 seats available
26257	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20978	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	G. Brooks	Closed No seats available
20978	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20979	Glendale Online Class	Online	09/15 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	G. Brooks	Open 3 of 24 seats available
20979	Notes Notes: Flex Start Class Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

EDU220: Introduction to Serving English Language Learners (ELL) – 3 credits

Historical overview of current educational and legal issues for serving English Learners (EL). Comparison and evaluation of various types of language educational models including Structured English Immersion (SEI), Sheltered English Instruction, and bilingual/Dual Language Immersion (DLI). Includes SEI, Sheltered English Instruction, and bilingual/DLI strategies. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: L

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
20967	Glendale CL 10	Hybrid	08/26 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Tu	11:30AM – 12:45PM	S. Woods	Open 18 of 24 seats available
20967	Costs include EDU Course Fee: $2.00 Notes Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20966	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	S. Woods	Open 9 of 24 seats available
20966	Costs include EDU Course Fee: $2.00 Notes Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20972	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	S. Woods	Open 13 of 24 seats available
20972	Costs include EDU Course Fee: $2.00 Notes Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

EDU221: Introduction to Education – 3 credits

Overview of the historical, political, economic, social, and philosophical factors that influence education and make it so complex. Opportunity for students to assess their interest and suitability for teaching. Prerequisites: None. Note: EDU221 requires a minimum of 30 hours of field experience in elementary or secondary classroom environment.

General Education Designations: SB

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
20964	Glendale CL 13	Hybrid	08/26 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Tu	10:00AM – 11:15AM	J. Scheider	Closed No seats available
20964	Costs include EDU Course Fee: $2.00 Notes Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Required ECBL Class requires an Experiential and Community-Based Learning Activity (ECBL) including, but not limited to: Service-Learning, Internships, Volunteerism, and/or other high-impact/engaging ECBL activities. Prior to the class start date, students must have an IVP (Identity Verified Print) fingerprint clearance card or be currently employed in a K-12 school that requires a completed background check for employment. Verification of school employment will also be required. Contact heather.merrill@gccaz.edu for more information. Additional Notes: The State of Arizona requires fingerprint clearance cards for all students engaged in a classroom field experience. To avoid any delay, students should begin the fingerprint clearance process prior to the start of classes. Fingerprint packets are available in the Teacher Education Program, located in the LA building or from the Arizona Department of Public Safety. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20973	Glendale: North Campus GCC North	Hybrid	08/28 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Th	11:30AM – 12:45PM	S. Woods	Open 14 of 24 seats available
20973	Costs include EDU Course Fee: $2.00 Notes Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Prior to the class start date, students must have an IVP (Identity Verified Print) fingerprint clearance card or be currently employed in a K-12 school that requires a completed background check for employment. Verification of school employment will also be required. Contact heather.merrill@gccaz.edu for more information. Additional Notes: The State of Arizona requires fingerprint clearance cards for all students engaged in a classroom field experience. To avoid any delay, students should begin the fingerprint clearance process prior to the start of classes. Fingerprint packets are available in the Teacher Education Program, located in the LA building or from the Arizona Department of Public Safety. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20887	Glendale CL 10	Hybrid	08/28 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Th	5:45PM – 7:00PM	J. Buttles	Open 8 of 24 seats available
20887	Costs include EDU Course Fee: $2.00 Notes Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Required ECBL Class requires an Experiential and Community-Based Learning Activity (ECBL) including, but not limited to: Service-Learning, Internships, Volunteerism, and/or other high-impact/engaging ECBL activities. Prior to the class start date, students must have an IVP (Identity Verified Print) fingerprint clearance card or be currently employed in a K-12 school that requires a completed background check for employment. Verification of school employment will also be required. Contact heather.merrill@gccaz.edu for more information. Additional Notes: The State of Arizona requires fingerprint clearance cards for all students engaged in a classroom field experience. To avoid any delay, students should begin the fingerprint clearance process prior to the start of classes. Fingerprint packets are available in the Teacher Education Program, located in the LA building or from the Arizona Department of Public Safety. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20888	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	S. Woods	Closed No seats available
20888	Costs include EDU Course Fee: $2.00 Notes Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Required ECBL Class requires an Experiential and Community-Based Learning Activity (ECBL) including, but not limited to: Service-Learning, Internships, Volunteerism, and/or other high-impact/engaging ECBL activities. Prior to the class start date, students must have an IVP (Identity Verified Print) fingerprint clearance card or be currently employed in a K-12 school that requires a completed background check for employment. Verification of school employment will also be required. Contact heather.merrill@gccaz.edu for more information. Additional Notes: The State of Arizona requires fingerprint clearance cards for all students engaged in a classroom field experience. To avoid any delay, students should begin the fingerprint clearance process prior to the start of classes. Fingerprint packets are available in the Teacher Education Program, located in the LA building or from the Arizona Department of Public Safety. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20908	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	J. Scheider	Closed No seats available
20908	Costs include EDU Course Fee: $2.00 Notes Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Required ECBL Class requires an Experiential and Community-Based Learning Activity (ECBL) including, but not limited to: Service-Learning, Internships, Volunteerism, and/or other high-impact/engaging ECBL activities. Prior to the class start date, students must have an IVP (Identity Verified Print) fingerprint clearance card or be currently employed in a K-12 school that requires a completed background check for employment. Verification of school employment will also be required. Contact heather.merrill@gccaz.edu for more information. Additional Notes: The State of Arizona requires fingerprint clearance cards for all students engaged in a classroom field experience. To avoid any delay, students should begin the fingerprint clearance process prior to the start of classes. Fingerprint packets are available in the Teacher Education Program, located in the LA building or from the Arizona Department of Public Safety. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

EDU222: Introduction to the Exceptional Learner – 3 credits

Overview of the exceptional learner with emphasis on factors relating to current practices, identification, characteristics, and educational adaptations. Issues related to mild disabilities, severe disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, intellectual disabilities, and students who are gifted. Prerequisites: None. Note: EDU222 requires an approved field experience.

General Education Designations: C, SB

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
20993	Glendale CL 10	Hybrid	08/26 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Tu	5:45PM – 7:00PM	M. Quigg	Open 11 of 24 seats available
20993	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Webcam-Mic Students need to be seen for presentations or to show work. This class requires the use of a computer or mobile device with Internet access, a webcam, speakers, and microphone. Book Information Get books at the Bookstore
20909	Glendale CL 10	Hybrid	08/27 – 12/19 Fall 2025	W	11:30AM – 12:45PM	J. Scheider	Closed No seats available
20909	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Webcam-Mic Students need to be seen for presentations or to show work. This class requires the use of a computer or mobile device with Internet access, a webcam, speakers, and microphone. Book Information Get books at the Bookstore
20889	Glendale Online Class	Online	09/15 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	T. Franklin	Open 6 of 24 seats available
20889	Notes Notes: Flex Start Class Webcam-Mic Students need to be seen for presentations or to show work. This class requires the use of a computer or mobile device with Internet access, a webcam, speakers, and microphone. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Book Information Get books at the Bookstore
20890	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	Staff	Open 12 of 24 seats available
20890	Notes Notes: Webcam-Mic Students need to be seen for presentations or to show work. This class requires the use of a computer or mobile device with Internet access, a webcam, speakers, and microphone. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Book Information Get books at the Bookstore
20891	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	T. Junior	Open 1 of 24 seats available
20891	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Webcam-Mic Students need to be seen for presentations or to show work. This class requires the use of a computer or mobile device with Internet access, a webcam, speakers, and microphone. Book Information Get books at the Bookstore

EDU225: Professionalism and Ethics in Education – 1 credit

Exploration of topics relative to the professionalism, legal knowledge, and ethical development of classroom teachers. Topics include professionalism within the teaching profession, legal considerations, ethics vs. code of conduct, dispositions, and impact of personal and community values. Prepares individuals for the professional, legal, and ethical issues that are routinely seen in an educational setting. Prerequisites: None.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
32721	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 09/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	G. Fryer	Open 8 of 25 seats available
32721	Notes Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

EDU230: Cultural Diversity In Education – 3 credits

Examination of the relationship of cultural values to the formation of self-concept and learning styles. Examination of the role of prejudice, stereotyping and cultural incompatibilities in education. Emphasis on teacher preparation (preservice and/or inservice) to offer an equal educational opportunity to students of all cultural groups. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, HU

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
20936	Glendale CL 10	Hybrid	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	M	12:00PM – 1:15PM	H. Merrill	Closed No seats available
20936	Notes Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Webcam-Mic Students need to be seen for presentations or to show work. This class requires the use of a computer or mobile device with Internet access, a webcam, speakers, and microphone. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20892	Glendale Online Class	Online	09/15 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	K. Salch	Open 15 of 24 seats available
20892	Notes Notes: Flex Start Class Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Webcam-Mic Students need to be seen for presentations or to show work. This class requires the use of a computer or mobile device with Internet access, a webcam, speakers, and microphone. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20965	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	H. Merrill	Closed No seats available
20965	Notes Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Webcam-Mic Students need to be seen for presentations or to show work. This class requires the use of a computer or mobile device with Internet access, a webcam, speakers, and microphone. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20980	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	H. Merrill	Closed No seats available
20980	Notes Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Webcam-Mic Students need to be seen for presentations or to show work. This class requires the use of a computer or mobile device with Internet access, a webcam, speakers, and microphone. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
21001	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	T. Junior	Closed No seats available
21001	Notes Notes: For Honors students only. Permission of Department Required Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

EDU236: Classroom Relationships – 3 credits

Analysis of K-12 classroom interactions, classroom environment, and classroom management skills from a teacher's point of view. Focus on classroom as a multidimensional environment in which principles of classroom design, communication, management, and resources determine effectiveness. Prerequisites: None. EDU221 suggested but not required. Note: Requires a 20-hour field experience in a K-12 classroom.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
26258	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	S. Woods	Open 2 of 24 seats available
26258	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

EDU291: Children's Literature – 3 credits

Review of folk and modern literature from a variety of world cultures, including application of literary criteria to folk and modern literature for children. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: HU

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
26260	Glendale HT2 157	Hybrid	08/26 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Tu	11:30AM – 12:45PM	H. Devereux	Open 3 of 24 seats available
26260	Notes Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Additional Notes: See also ENH291 No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
21017	Glendale: North Campus GCC North A 109	Hybrid	08/28 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Th	10:00AM – 11:15AM	R. Menon	Open 3 of 20 seats available
21017	Notes Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Additional Notes: See also ENH291 No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
21018	Glendale: North Campus GCC North A 109	Hybrid	08/28 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Th	10:00AM – 11:15AM	R. Menon	Closed No seats available
21018	Notes Notes: For Honors students only. Permission of Department Required Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Additional Notes: See also ENH291 No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20916	Glendale Online Class	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	E. Gwinn	Closed No seats available
20916	Notes Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Additional Notes: See also ENH291 No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20942	Glendale Online Class	Online	09/08 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	R. Menon	Closed No seats available
20942	Notes Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Flex Start Class Additional Notes: See also ENH291 No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

EDU292: The Art of Storytelling – 3 credits

Explore the art and origin of storytelling. Provide a variety of storytelling techniques, styles and exercises to enhance the delivery of telling stories. Assist in the integration and application of storytelling to the learning environment in the classroom. Prerequisites: None.