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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
26960	Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 128	Hybrid In-Person	2/2 – 5/15 Spring 2026	M	11:30AM – 12:45PM	J. Peterson	Open 4 of 25 seats available
26960	Notes Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online. Class is Scheduled for Fourteen (14) Weeks 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. https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home For Honors Option, see EDU 115 26961 No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
26961	Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 128	Hybrid In-Person	2/2 – 5/15 Spring 2026	M	11:30AM – 12:45PM	J. Peterson	Open 4 of 25 seats available
26961	Notes Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online. Class is Scheduled for Fourteen (14) Weeks 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. This is the honors option for EDU 115 26960 https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home Honors Option Section: Limited seats reserved for CGCC Honors Program Students only. Honors Advisor signature required. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13643	Chandler-Gilbert CGCC Online	Online	1/20 – 3/13 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	J. Peterson	Open 3 of 28 seats available
13643	Notes First Eight (8) Week 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. https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13645	Chandler-Gilbert CGCC Online	Online	3/23 – 5/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	J. Peterson	Open 27 of 28 seats available
13645	Notes Second Eight (8) Week 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. https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13663	Chandler-Gilbert CGCC Online	Online	2/2 – 5/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	S. Lange	Open 22 of 28 seats available
13663	Notes Class is Scheduled for Fourteen (14) Weeks Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home 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. 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
13606	Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 128	Hybrid In-Person	1/20 – 5/15 Spring 2026	Tu	4:00PM – 5:15PM	K. Smith	Open 4 of 25 seats available
13606	Notes Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online. https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home CGCC Note: Requires 30 hours of service learning (field experience) in a PreK - 12th grade classroom and IVP fingerprint clearance. Book Information Get book at the Bookstore

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
13533	Chandler-Gilbert CGCC Online	Online	1/20 – 5/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	A. O'Brien	Open 6 of 28 seats available
13533	Notes Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. For Honors Option, see EDU222 13594 https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home CGCC Note: Requires 20 hours of service learning (field experience) in a PreK - 12th grade classroom and IVP fingerprint clearance. Book Information Get books at the Bookstore
13594	Chandler-Gilbert CGCC Online	Online	1/20 – 5/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	A. O'Brien	Open 6 of 28 seats available
13594	Notes Honors Option Section: Limited seats reserved for CGCC Honors Program Students only. Honors Advisor signature required. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. This is the Honors option for EDU222 13533 https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home CGCC Note: Requires 20 hours of service learning (field experience) in a PreK - 12th grade classroom and IVP fingerprint clearance. Book Information Get books at the Bookstore

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
13607	Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 129	Hybrid In-Person	1/20 – 5/15 Spring 2026	Tu	10:00AM – 11:15AM	M. Swanson	Open 1 of 24 seats available
13607	Notes Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home Book Information Get books at the Bookstore
13565	Chandler-Gilbert CGCC Online	Online	1/20 – 5/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	M. Swanson	Open 15 of 28 seats available
13565	Notes Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home Book Information Get books at the Bookstore
13664	Chandler-Gilbert CGCC Online	Online	1/20 – 5/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	M. Swanson	Open 9 of 28 seats available
13664	Notes For Honors Option, see EDU230 13665 Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home Book Information Get books at the Bookstore

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
13556	Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 129	Hybrid In-Person	2/4 – 5/15 Spring 2026	W	8:30AM – 9:45AM	J. Burris	Open 10 of 25 seats available
13556	Notes Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online. Class is Scheduled for Fourteen (14) Weeks 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. https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13605	Chandler-Gilbert CGCC Online	Online	2/2 – 5/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	J. Burris	Open 4 of 22 seats available
13605	Notes Class is Scheduled for Fourteen (14) Weeks Honors Program Only Honors Advisor Signature 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. https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home 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.