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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

EDU204: Fine Arts In Educational Settings – 3 credits

Exploration of fine arts integration in the K-12 classroom setting. Focus on the impact on life-long learning and education goal achievement when curriculum includes fine arts. Arizona art standards of dance, visual, theater and music also covered. Prerequisites: Formal acceptance to a Maricopa Community College state approved teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

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

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

EDU223AF: Assessment and Eligibility in Special Education – 3 credits

A basic overview of eligibility requirements for special services of students with disabilities, as well as investigation into the concepts, laws, issues, and procedures that relate to the formal and informal assessment of students with disabilities. Covers educational achievement tests and standardized diagnostic tests for students with disabilities as well as intelligence and adaptive behavior measurements. Includes current research findings related to assessing students with special needs and how assessment is used to inform and guide instruction. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree and formal admission to a state approved post-baccalaureate teacher preparation program.

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.

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

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.

EDU239: Structured English Immersion Grades K-8 – 3 credits

A foundation course designed to prepare educators to serve the needs of English Learners (EL) grades K-8. Includes Structured English Immersion (SEI) models and the Arizona Language Development Approach with emphasis on asset based behaviors and expectations, integrated and targeted English Language Development (ELD) instruction, assessment monitoring and feedback. Also covers legal and historical foundations and current issues. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree or permission of Department or Division.

EDU240: Structured English Immersion Grades 6-12 – 3 credits

A foundational course designed to serve needs of English Learners (EL) grades 6-12. Includes comparison and evaluation of various Structured English Immersion (SEI) models and the Arizona Language Development Approach including asset based behaviors and expectations, integrated and targeted English Language Development (ELD) instruction, assessment monitoring and feedback. Also covers legal and historical foundations and current issues. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree or permission of Department or Division.

EDU242: Language Development and Disorders – 2 credits

Language development and language acquisition of typical children and children with disabilities. Includes language characteristics of children with a variety of disabilities and the creation of enhanced learning experiences in the classroom. Covers the referral process, as well as augmentative and alternative communication tools. Also compares Language Disorders and Language Differences. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree and formal admission to a state approved post-baccalaureate teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

EDU244: Special Education Collaboration and Communication Practices – 1 credit

Principles of effective collaboration, consultation, and co-teaching to improve programs, services, and outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities and their families. Includes critical interpersonal communication strategies and tools for working with diverse groups of people in addition to the benefits of collaboration as well as the challenges that educators currently face. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree and formal admission to a state approved post-baccalaureate teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

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.

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.

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.

EDU269: Educational Technology – 3 credits

Overview and practical application of teaching methodology integrating technology into curriculum development for teachers. 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. Emphasis placed on effective use of technology in teaching and learning. Discusses current trends and related issues about technology and its impacts in P12 education. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree and formal acceptance to a Maricopa Community College state approved post-baccalaureate teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

EDU270: Learning And The Brain – 3 credits

Teaching and learning issues within a cognitive processes context. Covers emotion, memory, and recall as well as early brain development and its relationship to learning. Emphasis on current neuroscientific brain research and how it impacts teaching practice in preK-12 classrooms. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree and formal acceptance to a Maricopa Community College state approved post-baccalaureate teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

EDU272: Educational Psychology – 3 credits

Focus on the study and application of psychological principles, theories, and methodologies related to teaching and learning. Emphasis on developmental, learning, and motivational theories. Current trends also covered. Prerequisites: None.

EDU278: Educational Assessment and Evaluation – 3 credits

Examination of assessing student performance. Assessment criteria and development of various types of assessment covered. Instructor developed assessments emphasized. Standardized, norm-referenced and criterion-referenced tests also included. Arizona State Board of Education Professional Teaching Standards emphasized. Prerequisites: None.

EDU289: Secondary Methods and Curriculum Development – 1 credit

Overview and practical application of teaching methodology and curriculum development for secondary education teachers. Teaching strategies, curriculum design, lesson objectives, time management skills, teaching resources and student assessments covered. Professional Teaching Standards emphasized. Includes current research findings related to secondary education methods and curriculum development. Note: Upon completion of EDU289, students are required to enroll in one of the following courses: EDU289AA or EDU289AB or EDU289AC or EDU289AD or EDU289AE. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree and formal admission to a state approved post-baccalaureate teacher preparation program.

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

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.

General Education Designations: C, HU

EDU294: Multicultural Folktales – 3 credits

Study of multicultural folktales, exploring the impact of the oral tradition in American society and showing classroom applications. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, HU

EDU297: Language Arts Methods and Curriculum Development – 3 credits

Methods to teach research-based instruction in elementary English language arts including reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Topics include developmentally appropriate instruction, assessment, cross-curricular integration, lesson plan preparation, evidence-based teaching strategies, and teaching resources. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree and formal admission to a state approved post-baccalaureate teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

EDU337: Structured English Immersion in Grades K-8 – 3 credits

Overview of teaching to serve the needs of diverse English learner (EL) students in grades K-8. Includes comparison and evaluation of various language educational models, including Structured English Immersion (SEI) and the Arizona Language Development Approach (LDA) with a focus on asset based behaviors and expectations, integrated and targeted English Language Development (ELD) instruction. Covers legal and historical foundations and current issues. Prerequisites: Formal acceptance to a Maricopa Community College state approved teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

EDU372: Educational Psychology for Teachers (Grades K-12) – 3 credits

Overview of scientific research and psychological principles, theories, and methodologies related to teaching and learning. Emphasis on developmental, learning, and motivational theories. Focuses on human diversity, theories of learning, intelligence, memory, creativity, assessment, and factors influencing effective instruction and learning. Prerequisites: Formal acceptance to a Maricopa Community College state approved teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.