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Digital Literacy for Teaching and Learning in Education (EDU115) 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

Fine Arts In Educational Settings (EDU204) 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 undergraduate state approved teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

Introduction to Education (EDU221) 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

Introduction to the Exceptional Learner (EDU222) 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

Assessment and Eligibility in Special Education (EDU223AF) 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.

Cultural Diversity In Education (EDU230) 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

Classroom Relationships (EDU236) 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.

Structured English Immersion Grades K-8 (EDU239) 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.

Structured English Immersion Grades 6-12 (EDU240) 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.

Language Development and Disorders (EDU242) 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.

Special Education Collaboration and Communication Practices (EDU244) 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.

Teaching and Learning in the Community College (EDU250) 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.

Methods Of Integrating Technology Into Curriculum (EDU269) 3 Credits

Overview and practical application of teaching methodology for integrating technology into curriculum development for teachers. Examination of the necessary skills students need to meet national technology standards. Lesson plan development emphasized. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in EPD260, or permission of Department or Division.

Learning And The Brain (EDU270) 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.

Phonics Based Reading and Decoding (EDU271) 3 Credits

Overview of research, curricular content, and instructional practices associated with Research Based Systematic Phonics Instruction (RBSPI) and other methods for teaching reading. Covers the history of written language, alphabetic reading, and writing systems, and implementation of effective methods for reading instruction. Note: EDU271 requires an approved field experience. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree and formal acceptance to a Maricopa Community College state approved post-baccalaureate teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

Educational Psychology (EDU272) 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.

Educational Assessment And Evaluation (EDU278) 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: A grade of C or better in EDU272.

Master Teacher Seminar I (EDU287AA) 1 Credit

Special topics in education with an emphasis on current issues not covered in education courses. Note: May be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree and formal acceptance to a Maricopa Community College state approved post-baccalaureate teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

Master Teacher Seminar III (EDU287AC) 1 Credit

Special topics in education with an emphasis on current issues not covered in education courses. Note: May be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree and formal admission to a state approved post-baccalaureate teacher preparation program.

Secondary Methods and Curriculum Development (EDU289) 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 or EDU289AF. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree and formal admission to a state approved post-baccalaureate teacher preparation program.

Children's Literature (EDU291) 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

The Art of Storytelling (EDU292) 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

Multicultural Folktales (EDU294) 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

Special Projects (EDU298AA) 1 Credit

Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.