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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
15687	Paradise Valley ONLINE	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	A. Cunningham	Open 3 of 23 seats available
15687	Notes Notes: Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device. 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
15314	Paradise Valley M 203 - Classroom	Hybrid	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	M	9:30AM – 11:45AM	D. Doran	Open 15 of 24 seats available
15314	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. EDU221 requires a 30-hour field experience in an approved K-12 classroom setting. These 15-hours will be completed throughout the semester as part of the course. The State of Arizona requires an IVP fingerprint clearance card, per Arizona Revised Statutes, for all students completing field experience. Students must have an IVP clearance card on the first day of class. Fingerprint clearance cards may be obtained through the Arizona Department of Public Safety and they are valid for 6 years. http://www.azdps.gov/Services/Fingerprint/ Prior to applying for your Fingerprint clearance card, please review this video and be sure to select "electronic prints" to ensure speedy delivery of your card. https://www.loom.com/share/c3e6f2b2a00d4db8909c3eae7d7a3469 Students may contact the program director at meggin.kirk@paradisevalley.edu regarding any questions. Hybrid Class meets in-person on campus at the designated location, days and times. Additional online work will be required. This type of class is designed for highly motivated, self disciplined, technology-literate students; requires reliable Web and e-mail address for communication and assignments outside of the classroom. Contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
15096	Paradise Valley ONLINE	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	A. Cunningham	Open 6 of 23 seats available
15096	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device. EDU221 requires a 30-hour field experience in an approved K-12 classroom setting. These 15-hours will be completed throughout the semester as part of the course. The State of Arizona requires an IVP fingerprint clearance card, per Arizona Revised Statutes, for all students completing field experience. Students must have an IVP clearance card on the first day of class. Fingerprint clearance cards may be obtained through the Arizona Department of Public Safety and they are valid for 6 years. http://www.azdps.gov/Services/Fingerprint/ Prior to applying for your Fingerprint clearance card, please review this video and be sure to select "electronic prints" to ensure speedy delivery of your card. https://www.loom.com/share/c3e6f2b2a00d4db8909c3eae7d7a3469 Students may contact the program director at meggin.kirk@paradisevalley.edu regarding any questions. 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
15158	Paradise Valley M 203 - Classroom	Hybrid	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	M	12:30PM – 3:00PM	M. Kirk	Open 21 of 24 seats available
15158	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Hybrid Class meets in-person on campus at the designated location, days and times. Additional online work will be required. This type of class is designed for highly motivated, self disciplined, technology-literate students; requires reliable Web and e-mail address for communication and assignments outside of the classroom. Contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. Students may contact the program director at meggin.kirk@paradisevalley.edu regarding any questions. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
15221	Paradise Valley ONLINE	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	L. George	Open 11 of 23 seats available
15221	Notes Notes: Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Students may contact the program director at meggin.kirk@paradisevalley.edu regarding any questions. 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
15239	Paradise Valley M 203 - Classroom	Hybrid	08/27 – 12/19 Fall 2025	W	1:00PM – 3:00PM	M. Kirk	Open 12 of 24 seats available
15239	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Students may contact the program director at meggin.kirk@paradisevalley.edu regarding any questions. Hybrid Class meets in-person on campus at the designated location, days and times. Additional online work will be required. This type of class is designed for highly motivated, self disciplined, technology-literate students; requires reliable Web and e-mail address for communication and assignments outside of the classroom. Contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
15219	Paradise Valley ONLINE	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	A. Heng	Closed No seats available
15219	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device. Students may contact the program director at meggin.kirk@paradisevalley.edu regarding any questions. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

EDU250: Teaching and Learning in the Community College – 3 credits

The history, functions, organization and current issues in the community/junior college with emphasis on the Arizona community colleges. Includes focus on the design and practice of effective community college teaching and learning with special emphasis on the Maricopa County Community College District. Prerequisites: None.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
15810	Paradise Valley Life Science Bldg 205 - lec	In Person	09/26 – 10/31 Fall 2025	F,Sat	9:00AM – 5:00PM	Staff	Open 30 of 32 seats available
15810	Notes Notes: Reserved for Fire Service and EMS agencies, departments and provider services. Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

EDU267: Reading Instructional Practices, Interventions, and Assessments – 3 credits

Overview of instructional practices, interventions, and assessments associated with reading instruction and the systematic teaching of phonics. Course will address historical methods and current research in reading; analyze research-based instructional practices; analyze research-based assessments and possible interventions; review support provided by Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Response to Intervention (RTI); and explore Reading disabilities (Dyslexia) and laws associated with Reading disabilities. Note: EDU267 requires an approved field experience. Prerequisites: Formal acceptance to a Maricopa Community College state approved teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
16026	Paradise Valley ONLINE	Online	10/20 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	K. Barker	Open 5 of 20 seats available
16026	Notes Notes: Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

EDU268: Science of Reading Including Systematic Phonics Instruction – 3 credits

Overview of the science of reading with an emphasis on explicit instructional practices associated with research based systematic phonics instruction. Covers research based on the science of reading related to the teaching of reading in the K-8 school setting to include understanding reading research; essential components of reading instruction; implementation of effective methods for reading instruction; and alignment of reading instruction to systematic phonics instruction. Note: EDU268 requires an approved field experience. Prerequisites: Formal acceptance to a Maricopa Community College state approved teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
16027	Paradise Valley ONLINE	Online	08/25 – 10/17 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	S. Edgar	Open 4 of 20 seats available
16027	Notes Notes: Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device. 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
32078	Paradise Valley M 203 - Classroom	Hybrid	08/28 – 12/19 Fall 2025	Th	5:00PM – 7:15PM	K. Barker	Open 20 of 24 seats available
32078	Notes Notes: Hybrid Class meets in-person on campus at the designated location, days and times. Additional online work will be required. This type of class is designed for highly motivated, self disciplined, technology-literate students; requires reliable Web and e-mail address for communication and assignments outside of the classroom. Contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
15220	Paradise Valley ONLINE	Online	08/25 – 12/19 Fall 2025	N/A	N/A	Staff	Open 12 of 23 seats available
15220	Notes Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device. Students may contact the program director at meggin.kirk@paradisevalley.edu regarding any questions. 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.