Courses

• SED CT 625: Inclusion of Students with Disabilities in Laboratory Science
  This course explores the pedagogical, scientific, and legal bases for including students with disabilities in science laboratory experiences. Emphasis will be on the collaboration strategies for special and science educators in inclusive settings through cross-training experiences, including practical implementation. 4cr, Summer Term.
• SED CT 633: Models of Teaching and Curriculum Development
  Course not offered 2001/2002
• SED CT 641: Developing Socially Responsible Citizens in American Schools and Classrooms
  Enriches students' understanding of diverse attempts to bring character education, civic education, and social justice into American classrooms and schools. Careful analysis of the key developmental theories underlying these attempts. Review of the research on the impact of such programs and the complex pedagogical and cultural issues embedded in each model. 4cr, 1st sem.
• SED CT 703: Mentored Field Experience
  Open to matriculated students in Curriculum & Teaching seeking professional licensure in a field and at the level in which they hold a valid initial license. A minimum of 60 hours of mentored experience beyond the induction year. Seminar and field consultation with University staff. 2cr.
• SED CT 722: Seminar on Character Education
  Examines classical and contemporary conceptions of virtue and the good life within wider philosophic frameworks. Analyses the relationships between ethics and character; mind and character; and religion and character. Examines programmatic efforts to develop character in schools with a focus on moral exemplarity and educating for wisdom, justice, and citizenship. 4cr, 2nd sem.
• SED CT 735: Seminar on the History of Reform in Teacher Education
  A seminar for doctoral students interested in enhancing teacher quality by improving pre-service preparation, induction, and in-service education. Provides a developmental framework for thinking about the issues, research, and proposals for reform in teacher education and professional development. 4cr, alternating fall semesters.
• SED CT 736: Educational Change and School Reform
  Not offered 2010/2011
• SED CT 750: Basic Principles for Curriculum and Teaching
  Analysis of important philosophers (e.g., Plato, Aristotle, Dewey, Whitehead) for insights into principles of curriculum design and classroom teaching. Focuses on accurate formulation of current and classic educational problems. Seminar format for doctoral students only. Required for departmental EdD students. 4cr, 2nd sem.
• SED CT 760: Contemporary Thought on Curriculum and Teaching
  Not offered 2010/2011
• SED CT 770: Seminar on Teaching
  In-depth study of the philosophy, sociology, the practice of teaching. Although most of the readings related to pre-K-12 schooling, students interested in teaching in other setting are welcome. Not a course in beginning methods of instruction. 4cr, alternating fall semesters.
• SED CT 799: Master's Thesis in Curriculum and Teaching
  Students seeking to complete a master's thesis must present a proposal and secure approval of the department chairman, one faculty member to direct the study, and one other faculty member. 4cr, either sem.
• SED CT 801: Practicum/Practicum Equivalent: Supervisor/Director
  Supervised field placement for 300 hours for one semester to demonstrate competencies in the supervisor/director role. Sections indicate specialties that are supervised by practitioners within that area. Open only to candidates for Massachusetts licensure as supervisors/directors and to matriculated graduate students who have completed prerequisites. 4cr, either sem.
• SED CT 802: Field Experience in Curriculum and Teaching
  Supervised field experience for students holding professional appointments. Must meet field of knowledge requirements and professional preparation that is equivalent to licensure sequence. Open only to matriculated graduate students who have completed prerequisites. Consent of department chair required. 8cr, either sem.
• SED CT 900: Independent Study
  See SED AP 900 for description.
• SED CT 999: Dissertation Advisement
  See SED AP 999 for description.
• SED DE 500: Intr Deaf World
  
• SED DE 550: History and Culture of the Deaf
  Analysis and discussion of the historical and cultural aspects of the Deaf; the influence of geographic, cultural, educational, and economic forces on Deaf people; and the patterns of social change during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Introduces students to specific cultural and historical experiences and acquaints them with literature in the field. (Offered alternate years.) 4cr, 1st sem.
• SED DE 551: Deaf Literature and ASL Folklore
  Representative fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama depicted in readings and videotapes related to everyday lives of Deaf people. Develops insight and appreciation of Deaf literature and ASL folklore and their implications for education. (Offered alternate years.) 4cr, 2nd sem.
• SED DE 552: Seminar: Selected Topics in Deaf Studies
  Topics pertinent to current cultural and educational issues concerning Deaf adults and children. Children's literature, development of services for and by the Deaf (locally, nationally, internationally); the professions: law, medicine, and education, and their effects on society's view of the Deaf; aging and the Deaf. In-depth discussion and contact with professionals in these areas. (Offered alternate years.) 4cr, 1st sem.
• SED DE 554: Field Experience: Deaf Studies
  Students work in an agency providing services to Deaf people for a minimum of one day per week. Supervision maintained in cooperation with the staff of the Deaf Studies Program and agency personnel. Specific placement depends on students' interests in particular setting or area. Variable cr, either sem.

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