Courses

• SED ME 560: Algebra for Teachers: Grades PreK-12
  Alegbra is a major strand in the mathematics curriculum. The key ideas of algebra including variable, patterns, functions, structure and representation as well as methods of thinking algebraically will be explored. Instructional stategies and assessment techniques will be presented. 4cr, 1st sem.
• SED ME 564: Advanced Mathematical Problem Solving
  Refinement of strategies for solving problems and developing proofs via explorations in higher mathematics. Focuses on how to pose problems and write proofs that involve fundamental mathematical concepts and quandaries. 4cr, 2nd sem.
• SED ME 565: Calculus for Teachers
  Focuses on topics in calculus with a particular emphasis on preparing high school students to understand calculus from the perspective of a student and a teacher of calculus. Identify and connects unifying themes in calculus – derivatives, integrals, limits, approximation, and applications and modeling. 4cr, 1st sem.
• SED ME 580: Connecting Seminar: Geometry
  Focuses on how concepts developed in university-level geometry courses connect to and form the foundation for the middle and high school geometry curriculum. 2cr, either sem.
• SED ME 581: Advanced Topics in Algebra for Teachers
  Exploration of advanced topics in algebra with emphasis on functions and the mathematical structures of group, ring, integral domain, and field. Connections are made among advanced algebraic concepts and middle and high school mathematics. 2 or 4 cr, 1st sem.
• SED ME 584: Inquiry for School Teachers
  This course introduces graduate students in mathematics education and in-service mathematics teachers to the theory and practice of teacher-led inquiry. This course prepares teachers to conduct research studies for their own practice, including research design, data collection, data analysis and reporting findings. 4cr, Summer 1
• SED ME 589: Designing Professional Development Programs in Mathematics Education
  Students examine models for the professional development of mathematics teachers; conduct needs assessment of the teachers in their target groups; and design professional development programs that respond to those needs. Programs focus on upgrading mathematical content knowledge and pedagogical and assessment practices. 4cr, 2nd sem.
• SED ME 590: Field Study: Mathematics Education 5-8 or 8-12
  Open only to matriculated graduate students who have completed ME589 and have approval of the Field Study director. On-site conduct of the professional development program designed in ME589. Variable cr, either sem.
• SED ME 608: Student-Teaching Practicum: Mathematics, 5-8
  Only for matriculated graduate students who hold an initial license and are seeking current professional licensure. Full-time student-teaching in selected middle schools. Six weeks; Minimum 150 hours required. 4cr, either sem.
• SED ME 609: Student-Teaching Practicum: Mathematics, 8-12
  Only for matriculated graduate students who hold an initial license and are seeking current professional licensure. Full-time student-teaching in selected high schools. Six weeks; Minimum 150 hours required. 4cr, either sem.
• SED ME 851: Seminar: Mathematics Education
  This seminar course for doctoral students examines historic and current research on specific topics in mathematics education. Topics chosen that focus on current issues in the field. 4cr, either sem.
• SED PE 103: Intro. to Human Movement
  Historical, philosophical, physical, intellectual, and psychosocial reasons for human movement: emotional expression, ego development, interpersonal relationships, communication, fitness, safety, work, health, and recreation. 2cr, 1st sem.
• SED PE 375: Psychology of Sport
  Introduction to the field of sport psychology. An overview of theory and practice related to contemporary issues in the field, including personality and performance, motivation, attention control, leadership styles, stress/arousal/anxiety, athletic counseling, performance enhancement techniques, and testing and performance motivation. 4cr, either sem.
• SED PE 501: Methods of Coaching
  Principles and problems in coaching various individual and team sports. Theory and techniques in coaching including offensive and defensive strategy and scouting. Women's and men's sports. The online version of this course is offered each summer. 4cr, 1st sem.
• SED PE 504: Workshop: Coaching Strategies
  For students of current theories and advanced techniques in the coaching of team and individual sports. The sport selected for the particular workshop announced prior to registration. 4cr.
• SED PE 505: Foundations of Sport Science
  Overview of essential concepts in the sport sciences, including: exercise, physiology, sport biomechanics, principles of strength and endurance training, and sport nutrition. Open to advanced undergraduate students and graduate students interested in the sport sciences. 2 or 3cr, either sem.
• SED PE 507: The Structure and Functions of the Human Body for Educators
  Students will learn the fundamental principles of human anatomy and physiology with a particular focus on application to physical education, sport settings, and health education. Although students learn the structures and functions of the human body, emphasis is placed on how theory meets practice for sport and physical education. 2cr, either sem.
• SED PE 508: Curriculum and Special Methods for Physical Education
  Examines societal and educational variables associated with development of innovative programs of physical education. Emphasizes curriculum trends, current practices, and constructing courses of study in schools and agencies. 4 cr, 1st sem.
• SED PE 510: Sport Psychology
  For coaches, psychologists, and others interested in applying psychology to sport. Overview of various theories and recent research related to issues of personality, motivation, attention, leadership styles, anxiety-management techniques, sportsmanship, youth sport, and ethics of applied sport psychology. 4cr.
• SED PE 511: Movement Education: Early Childhood to Adolescence
  Assists special education and elementary school teachers in the organization, planning, and integrating of motor activities. Children from the Boston public schools are taught skills in the areas of rhythms, gymnastics, creative games, and ball activities; movement principles. 2 cr, either sem.

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