Courses for Practitioners
Courses for Practitioners
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Counseling Psychology
SED CE 643: Mdflnes & Prfmn
4 credits
SED CE 769: Substance Abuse and Treatment
4 credits
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the field of substance abuse, its prevention practices, and treatment modalities. Using a biopsychosocial perspective, students will learn the physiological and psychological effects of alcohol and other drugs, and the effects of substance abuse on individuals, families, and communities. 4cr.
2023SUM1SEDCE769SA1, 23/05 to 29/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TR | 09:00 am | 12:30 pm | PSY | 212 |
2023SUM1SEDCE769SA2, 23/05 to 29/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TR | 06:00 pm | 09:30 pm | PSY | 212 |
Child Life & Family-Centered Care
SED CF 510: Child and Adolescent Mental Health
4 credits
Provides students with initial competencies to understand, assess, and critique diagnostic issues of the major psychological disorders of childhood and adolescence. Cross-cultural comparisons introduce students to a wide variety of help-seeking and help-giving models to assist children and adolescents coping with adversity. Effective Fall 2022, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: Global Citizenship and Intercultural Literacy.
2023FALLSEDCF510 A1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | PSY | B33 |
SED CF 617: Bereavement Care
4 credits
Examines theories about loss and bereavement and individual responses to various types of losses. Prepares students to provide bereavement interventions for individuals and groups. 4 cr
SED CF 737: Working with Parents
4 credits
Examines principles for organizing individual and group parenting education that builds on parental knowledge and responds to parental needs. Examines supportive, therapeutic, and educational models, materials, and resources. Develops communication skills and leadership capacities to work with parents in school, healthcare, family support, and home settings. 4 cr
2023FALLSEDCF737 A1, 6/09 to 1/11 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W | 04:40 pm | 07:30 pm | CGS | 323 |
Curriculum & Teaching
SED CT 526: Family & Community Engagement for Teachers
4 credits
Explores the ways that schools can work closely with families, communities, and community agencies to increase connections and mutual assistance. Consistent with DESE regulations, this course emphasizes collaborative relationships with families and with community partners such as youth- serving organizations, health and safety agencies, and other groups and businesses. 4cr.
2023SUM1SEDCT526SA1, 24/05 to 28/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MW | 06:00 pm | 09:30 pm | PRB | 148 |
2023FALLSEDCT526 A1, 6/09 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | PSY | B41 |
SED CT 556: Classroom Assessment
4 credits
Emphasizes principles and procedures of assessment that are of primary importance to educational practitioners. Includes diagnostic tests, construction of classroom tests, observation techniques, and performance measures; norm- and criterion-referenced assessment; uses of standardized tests, current issues and controversies. 4cr.
2023SUM1SEDCT556SO1, 23/05 to 30/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
2023SUM2SEDCT556SO1, 5/07 to 15/08 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
SED CT 721: Analysis and Design of Curriculum
4 credits
This course explores theoretical approaches to curriculum design. Students analyze and critique curricula through a critical lens, and develop their own original curriculum map and unit plan for a course in their area of teaching using principles of backward design.
2023SUM1SEDCT721SO1, 23/05 to 30/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
2023FALLSEDCT721 A1, 5/09 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
SED CT 750: Basic Principles for Curriculum and Teaching
4 credits
This course explores research into how people learn, contrasts models of teaching, and examines contemporary research- and standards-based approaches to teaching and learning. Students engage in micro-teachings and design learning plans using principles of backward design. 4cr. either sem.
2023FALLSEDCT750 A1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 08:00 am | 10:45 am | ROOM |
2023FALLSEDCT750 OL, 5/09 to 18/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
Deaf Studies
SED DE 551: Teaching Deaf Literature and Visual Arts
4 credits
An applied course designed to highlight, review, and organize instructional practices as they apply to Deaf Literature and visual compositions. We will work to understand how ASL literature and visual arts can be integrated into a comprehensive approach to Standards for composition and literature analysis.
2023SUM1SEDDE551SA1, 23/05 to 29/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TR | 01:30 pm | 05:00 pm | COM | 111 |
SED DE 572: Social Psychology and the Deaf World
4 credits
A study of concepts and research related to the psychological, sociological, and educational constructions of Deaf people (children and adults). Ideas from a host of disciplines, events, and matters -large and small- will illuminate how Deaf World issues are often universal, human issues. This graduate level work will focus on the implications for future teachers.
2023FALLSEDDE572 A1, 6/09 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | CAS | 213 |
SED DE 575: ASL Development in Deaf Children
4 credits
The first in a two-part sequence designed to develop an understanding of language development in deaf children. Topics include acquisition of ASL, the effect of delayed language exposure on later development, visual attention, bilingual language development, the relationship between language and cognitive skills, and the development of meta-linguistic awareness. The focus is on major theories and research findings, as well as how to apply these findings in designing classroom instruction for deaf children from a range of backgrounds.
2023FALLSEDDE575 A1, 7/09 to 7/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 03:30 pm | 06:15 pm | CDS | 265 |
SED DE 576: Bilingual ASL/English Development, Assessment, and Planning for Deaf Children
4 credits
The second in a two-part sequence designed to develop an understanding of language development in deaf children. Emphasizes the application of concepts covered in the first semester. Specific topics include classroom placement, assessment of ASL ability, application of bilingual approaches, and language planning. 4 cr.
SED DE 577: ASL/English Bilingual Instruction
4 credits
This course is part 1 of a 2-part series (along with DE 578). Students will review a range of (ASL/English) bilingual instructional strategies. We will explore novel ways to include both ASL and written English in the delivery of content-area teaching. A focus is on designing instruction that encourages Deaf and hard of hearing children to access various literacy tasks in both ASL and English.
2023FALLSEDDE577 A1, 5/09 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | SOC | B61 |
SED DE 578: ASL/English Literacy Instruction
4 credits
This course is part 2 of a 2-part series about teaching ASL and English as a subject matter. Special focus is on building metalinguistic awareness about ASL and English, considerations for applied literacy in each language, and principles of instruction all designed to build "bridges" that link the disparate structures of ASL and English.
Early Childhood Education
SED EC 506: Current Issues & Early Childhood Education
2 credits
Topics pertinent to current educational issues and practices concerning Early Childhood Education. Policy, pedagogical practices, and educational philosophies are among the topics. Course focus varies in response to opportunities such as exhibits and prominent changes in educational research. 2cr.
SED EC 507: Role of Play in Early Child Education
4 credits
Examines theories of play and the r. Role of play in cognitive, affective, and social development of the child. Strategies for applying research on playful learning in classrooms are explored; play and creativity. Field observation and analysis. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDEC507 A1, 6/09 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W | 06:30 pm | 09:15 pm | HAR | 316 |
Educational Leadership & Policy Studies
SED AP 526: Family & Community Engagement
2 credits
Examines the role of schools, families and community agencies and the critical partnerships that must be forged between them to support student learning and well- being.? The primary goal of this seminar is to deepen understanding of the systemic obstacles -- and possibilities - - to improve our school systems and narrow achievement gaps. 2 cr.
SED AP 662: Strategic Planning and Implementation
4 credits
Designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to lead or participate in strategic planning at the college/university, school or school district level. Students learn about the entire strategic planning and implementation process, applying the concepts and skills learned to their own practice as aspiring or developing leaders. Through this course, students also gain knowledge of how these organizations assess their mission, goals, and operations and create change in complex environments. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDAP662 A1, 5/09 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | COM | 109 |
SED AP 720: Performance-Based Instructional Leadership
4 credits
Designed to prepare aspiring and developing school leaders to organize, lead and transform schools and school systems into high performing organizations focused on student achievement. Students will examine and analyze the qualities, characteristics, behaviors and practices of effective leaders, with an emphasis on effective instructional leadership. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDAP720 OB, 5/09 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD | ROOM |
SED AP 750: Educator Evaluation and Supervision
4 credits
Develops an understanding of various legal, philosophical, and empirical perspectives on the evaluation and supervision of educational personnel. Emphasis in supervision is on effective patterns of interpersonal communication between subordinate and supervisory personnel. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDAP750 OB, 5/09 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD | ROOM |
SED AP 753: Educational Policy
4 credits
Provides an overview of United States' educational policy with a special focus on academically at-risk populations (e.g., living in poverty, attending under- resourced schools, dual language learners, immigrant students, students from ethnic/racial minoritized backgrounds). 4 cr. Either sem.
SED AP 754: Educational Equity and the Law
2 credits
Student and teacher rights and equal opportunity in K-12 education. 2 cr.
2023FALLSEDAP754 A1, 7/09 to 12/10 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | PSY | B41 |
SED AP 757: School Labor Relations and Personnel Management
2 credits
Policies and procedures affecting personnel management in the schools. Topics include: collective bargaining; managing reduction in force; grievance processing; legal liability of employees and officials; and equality considerations in recruitment, promotion, and affirmative action. 2 cr.
2023FALLSEDAP757 A1, 26/10 to 7/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | PSY | B41 |
SED AP 758: School Governance, Finance, and Operations
4 credits
Focuses on the economics, politics, and administration of school finance from both theoretical and practical perspectives. Emphasis is placed on the planning, policy, and procedural aspects of school funding, resource allocation, and school plant management. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDAP758 A1, 6/09 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | COM | 210 |
English as a Second Language (ESL)
SED BI 515: Methods in Bilingual Education and English as a Second Language (ESL)
4 credits
Planning and implementing effective assessment and instruction in language, literacy, and the content areas in elementary English as a second language classrooms. Students develop standards-based lesson plans, and analyze texts using current English language development framework. 4 cr. Either sem.
2023FALLSEDBI515 A1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | CGS | 421 |
2023FALLSEDBI515 OL, 5/09 to 18/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
SED BI 535: Literacy Development for Bilingual Students: Instruction and Assessment
4 credits
This course is focused on theory, research, effective instructional practices in literacy instruction and assessment of bilingual students. This course examines the relationships among oral language, reading, writing, and content-area learning. Examines literacy skill development in first and second languages. Effective Fall 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Writing-Intensive Course, Creativity/Innovation, Teamwork/Collaboration.
2023FALLSEDBI535 A1, 7/09 to 7/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | PSY | B45 |
SED BI 570: Educational Issues in Bilingualism
4 credits
Focus on complexity of bilingualism, literacy, and schooling from a student, school, and socio-political perspective. Examines theoretical, historical, research, and legal bases of educational policy and programs for students who speak a language other than the language of the school. 4 cr. Either sem.
SED BI 620: Educational Issues in Bilingualism
4 credits
Focus on complexity of bilingualism, literacy, and schooling from a student, school, and socio-political perspective.Examines the theoretical, historical, research, and legal bases of educational policy and programs for students who speak a language other than the language of the school. 4 cr.
SED BI 650: Teaching Emergent Bilinguals with Learning Disabilities
4 credits
This course will be divided into two main parts, the first part will focus primarily on issues of assessment and identification of ELs with learning disabilities, while the second half will focus on legal implications and instructional practices for when dually classified students. To model the practice of and necessity for intentional and meaningful collaboration between Special Education and English Learner educators this course was co- developed and will be co-taught by a faculty member in Special Education and Language Education. 4 cr.
SED LS 560: Introduction to Language and Language Acquisition
4 credits
Introduction to the main aspects of first language acquisition from infancy through childhood. Topics areas include phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, discourse-pragmatics, language variation, multilingualism, child- directed speech, cognitive development, and theories of language acquisition. 4 cr. Effective Fall 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, Social Inquiry I, Critical Thinking.
2023SUM2SEDLS560SO1, 5/07 to 15/08 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
2023FALLSEDLS560 A1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | PSY | B39 |
2023FALLSEDLS560 B1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 11:15 am | 02:00 pm | PSY | B39 |
SED LS 565: Applied Linguistics: Language & Linguistics Survey
4 credits
An introduction to contemporary linguistics, including the study of language structure, language use and variation, and applied linguistics. Students will explore the systematic yet complex nature of language by taking a scientific approach to thinking about language. The technical knowledge about language gained in this course will serve as a foundation for more advanced courses in linguistics and/or for any future language-related career. 4cr.
2023SUM1SEDLS565SA1, 23/05 to 29/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TR | 01:00 pm | 04:30 pm | BRB | 121 |
2023FALLSEDLS565 A1, 6/09 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | CAS | 315 |
SED LS 567: Structure of English
4 credits
Linguistic analysis of English grammatical structures and pedagogical application of linguistic concepts in preparation for teaching English as a second or foreign language. Coursework extends implicit linguistic knowledge of English to explicit metalinguistic knowledge necessary for grammar sequencing and instruction. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDLS567 A1, 5/09 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 03:30 pm | 06:15 pm | PSY | B35 |
SED LS 610: Applied Phonology: Strategies for Improving English Language Learners' Intelligibility
4 credits
Practical training in teaching pronunciation to improve mutual intelligibility: the ability of English language learners to understand and be understood by others. Pronunciation training is integrated within a framework of current research and latest practices. 4 cr.
SED LS 626: Inter-Cultural Communication: Theoretical & Methodological Approaches
4 credits
Explores the literature and theory related to the cultural factors that influence communication between individuals. The goal of the course is to present approaches that balance the study of our common humanity with the study of cultural differences. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDLS626 A1, 5/09 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 06:30 pm | 09:15 pm | CGS | 313 |
SED LS 658: Second Language Acquisition
4 credits
This course will provide an examination of approaches and major theories of second language acquisition (SLA). What can be observed about how people acquire a second language? How do the various SLA theories, models, and hypotheses explain each of these observations? How can an understanding of SLA theory inform language instruction? We will explore foundational theories and approaches in SLA, investigate contemporary thinking from a variety of perspectives, and form knowledge and ideas of how languages are acquired, based on empirical research. 4 cr
2023SUM2SEDLS658SO1, 5/07 to 15/08 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
2023FALLSEDLS658 A1, 5/09 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | EOP | 262 |
SED TL 508: Methods of Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL), 5-12
4 credits
Planning and implementing effective assessment and instruction in language, literacy, and the content areas in secondary English as a second language classrooms. Students develop standards-based lesson plans, and analyze texts using current English language development frameworks. 4 cr. Either sem.
2023FALLSEDTL508 A1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | CGS | 421 |
2023FALLSEDTL508 OL, 5/09 to 18/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
SED TL 511: Methods of Teaching Modern Foreign Languages
Var credits
This course examines the current theories of and methodologies for the teaching and learning of modern foreign languages. Students explore foreign language standards, effective instructional methods, assessment tools, underlying theories, and examine current issues in the field. Students will develop lesson and unit plans, and participate in a field placement to observe and reflect upon foreign language teaching in practice. 4 cr.
SED TL 512: Introduction to Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL)
4 credits
Survey of current classroom practices in computer-assisted language learning (CALL), Focus on relationships among teaching, learning, and technological environments involving second and foreign language learners and teachers. 4 cr.
SED TL 635: Introduction to Language Program Management
4 credits
Designed to introduce students to all aspects of language program management from academic areas of curriculum planning, student assessment, and program design to the management topics of finance, organizational behavior, and human resources. 4 cr.
English & Language Arts Education
SED EN 701: Teaching Classic and Contemporary Texts
4 credits
Students examine the demands of texts in the secondary classroom and components of successful reading. The course will analyze research-based practices in reading instruction in the middle and secondary English Language Arts classes. Methods for assessing and differentiating according to various dimensions will be introduced. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDEN701 A1, 5/09 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 06:30 pm | 09:15 pm | CAS | 227 |
SED EN 712: Methods of Teaching Writing in Secondary English Language Arts
4 credits
The course introduces graduate aspiring middle and secondary English/Language Arts teachers to research-based practices for effective writing instruction and contains opportunities for application in a field experience. Topics include writing workshops, mentor texts, genre study, strategy instruction, process-based instruction, and revision. Effective Spring 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU 4 cr.
Health Education
SED HE 720: Selected Problems in Health Education
4 credits
Health education with emphasis on nutrition, medical self-care, substance abuse, physical exercise, and leisure from Eastern and Western perspectives. Designed for graduate students in health professions, management, and education with interests in comprehensive health care and health promotion. 4 cr.
SED HE 722: Curriculum Development for Health, Movement and Wellness
4 credits
For individuals in a variety of settings involved in planning curricula related to health, movement and wellness. Explores influences on curriculum development and implementation in a variety of settings, including schools and communities, focusing on effective planning for behavior change in a variety of populations within schools and communities. 4 cr.
Higher Education Administration
SED AP 601: History and Foundations of Higher Education
4 credits
Provides a foundational understanding of the history of U.S. higher education, while fostering substantive dialogue and analysis of significant perspectives, events, and trends relevant to higher education today. Focuses on the interplay between the goals of the university and the demands placed on higher education by society. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDAP601 A1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | CAS | 306 |
2023FALLSEDAP601 OL, 5/09 to 23/10 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
SED AP 615: Theories of Student Learning & Development in Higher Education
4 credits
Examines theories of students' personal and social development in college as well as emerging research on student learning in college. Students will employ a theory-to- practice approach that uses campus environment theories to cultivate safe, inclusive, and engaging communities of learning. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDAP615 A1, 5/09 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | EOP | 266 |
SED AP 699: Current Issues in Higher Education: Policy and Practice
4 credits
Students explore emerging issues in higher education through substantive analysis that illustrates the breadth, depth, and diversity of challenges to and responses from colleges and universities. Through the course, students will be asked to synthesize their prior learning and apply their professional experience to assess and design policy and practice responses to emerging issues. Classes will be a mixture of discussion, group work, and in-class exercises, and assignments will include a significant piece of individual work. prereq: AP 601. 4 cr.
2023SUM2SEDAP699SO1, 5/07 to 22/08 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
2023FALLSEDAP699 A1, 6/09 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | CDS | 163 |
SED AP 755: Legal Issues in Higher Education
4 credits
This course is designed to assess issues that arise in the administration of higher education through the ethical and legal principles applicable to their resolution. Educational institutions experience difficult legal and policy decisions similar to every other industry, including, but not limited to, situations regarding freedom of speech, expression, and association; due process and right to privacy; discrimination on the basis of identity; use of alcohol; and, ownership and use of intellectual property. Students will examine the foundations of higher education law, analyze cases, and explore the application of the law in practice to help them make sound decisions in their roles in higher education. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDAP755 A1, 7/09 to 7/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | COM | 210 |
Mathematics Education
SED ME 525: Assessment in Mathematics
2 credits
Course introduces the theory and practice of assessment in mathematics and prepares teachers to apply research-supported assessment techniques in their classrooms. Students will also discuss equity-related issues of assessment practices, including biases, assumptions, and providing opportunities to demonstrate mathematical understanding. 2 cr. Either sem.
SED ME 530: Equitable Pedagogies in STEM Education
2 credits
Interrogates how race, class, language, and culture affect students' opportunities to learn mathematics and science. Different pedagogies (e.g. culturally responsive teaching, teaching for social justice) that target these opportunity gaps are introduced, discussed, and debated. 2 cr. Either sem.
2023SUM2SEDME530SB1, 27/07 to 15/08 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TR | 01:00 pm | 04:30 pm | PSY | 212 |
2023FALLSEDME530 A1, 26/10 to 7/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | PSY | B42 |
2023FALLSEDME530 B1, 24/10 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | WED | 208 |
SED ME 558: Mathematics Curriculum: Program Issues, Trends
4 credits
Examines how mathematics curriculum communicates and influences the nature of mathematics found in classrooms. Analyzes the historical and political dimensions of curriculum, and how curriculum has been impacted by, and impacts, beliefs about who should be successful in mathematics. 4 cr. 1st sem.
2023FALLSEDME558 A1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | COM | 210 |
SED ME 563: Problem Solving in Mathematics
4 credits
This course engages participants in collaborative problem solving and problem posing while exploring the role of productive struggle in the teaching and learning of mathematics. Effective Spring 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Oral and/or Signed Communication, Quantitative Reasoning I, Critical Thinking. 4cr. Either sem.
2023SUM1SEDME563SO1, 23/05 to 30/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
2023SUM2SEDME563SB1, 5/07 to 14/08 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MW | 09:00 am | 12:30 pm | COM | 111 |
SED ME 568: The Design of Secondary Mathematics Curriculum
4 credits
Considers how to design tasks that compel students to explore challenging mathematical ideas, make new connections, develop arguments and justifications, and spur curiosity and delight by examining the design principles of high-quality mathematics curriculum. 4 cr.
2023SUM1SEDME568SA1, 24/05 to 28/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MW | 06:00 pm | 09:30 pm | PSY | 212 |
Reading Education
SED LS 627: Critical Analysis of Children's and Young Adult Literature
4 credits
Overview of children's and young adult literature, including introduction to authors, illustrators, and literary genres, and exploration and discussion of distinctive portrayals (e.g., genders, cultures, ethnicities, religions). The course is intended to develop overall knowledge of texts, awareness and understanding of critical issues that surround children's and young adult literature, and an understanding of how to evaluate and select texts for use in and out of school settings. This course requires substantial reading of selected children's and young adult literature. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDLS627 A1, 7/09 to 7/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | SOC | B67 |
SED LS 690: Classroom Discourse
4 credits
Focuses on discourse as a central component of teaching and learning, and strategies for building on students' linguistic and cultural backgrounds as learning assets. Examines instructional contexts, pedagogical approaches, and teacher talk moves to support instruction and students' conceptual understanding.
2023SUM1SEDLS690SO1, 23/05 to 30/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
SED LS 727: Topical Seminar in Literacy and Language
Var credits
Focuses on one aspect of research, theory, and practice in literacy and language. Offered by visiting professors or resident faculty. Topics may include critical review of research literature in literacy and review and/or application of theory/research in literacy and language for a specific population. Var cr.
SED LS 762: Literacy Acquisition and Development: Addressing Strengths and Needs
4 credits
Focuses on understanding and supporting literacy development for elementary, middle, and secondary school readers and writers, including students who experience difficulty with reading and writing in some contexts. Emphasizes effective literacy instruction and intervention practices across learning contexts, both in and beyond school. Includes examination and discussion of theoretical, empirical, and practical readings. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDLS762 A1, 5/09 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | SOC | B67 |
SED LS 790: Literary Assessment to Inform Instruction
4 credits
Explores the theoretical underpinnings of literacy assessments and ways to use formal and informal assessments to identify learner's strengths and needs. Emphasizes assessment practices that are grounded in teaching interventions that provide insight into instructional practices that support students. 4 cr. Either sem.
2023FALLSEDLS790 A1, 6/09 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | WED | 406 |
SED LS 792: Teaching Adolescent Readers and Writers
4 credits
Explores current theory and research regarding reading and writing processes and practices among adolescents in and beyond school. Emphasizes the integration of literacy instruction across disciplines and the relevance of adolescents' multiple literacies to classroom instruction. 4 cr.
Research
SED RS 620: Action Research and Practitioner Inquiry
4 credits
Overview of the foundations and techniques for conducting action research. Encourages the development of an inquiry stance within the practice of teachers, principals, and other school-based practitioners. Students engage in planning, collecting, and analyzing data through an action research project. 4 cr.
Science Education
CAS NS 540: Concepts in Physics I: Forces and Motion
2 credits
For teachers. Mastery of Newtonian concepts including rectilinear motion, Newton's Laws, and conservation of momentum and energy. In order to build pedagogical content knowledge, historical and philosophical context is provided, and science education research on misconceptions in learning classical mechanics is introduced. Cannot be taken for credit by CAS and GRS students.
CAS NS 541: Concepts in Physics II: Rotation and Gravitation
2 credits
For teachers. Mastery of physics concepts including uniform circular motion, rotational motion, and gravitation. In order to build pedagogical content knowledge, a historical and philosophical context is provided, and related science education research on misconceptions in learning classical mechanics is also introduced. Cannot be taken for credit by CAS and GRS students.
CAS NS 542: Concepts in Physics III: Fluids and Theormodynamics
2 credits
For teachers. Mastery of concepts including fluids and thermodynamics. Connections between microscopic and macroscopic behavior as an example of physical science models. Concepts are discussed in historical and philosophical context to build pedagogical content knowledge. Pedagogy rooted in science education research. Cannot be taken for credit by CAS and GRS students.
CAS NS 543: Concepts in Physics IV: Electrostatics, Magnetostatics, DC circuits
2 credits
For teachers. Mastery of concepts including electric charge, electric and magnetic fields, and DC circuits. These topics are placed in historical and philosophical context to build pedagogical content knowledge. Discussion of pedagogy is rooted in science education research. Cannot be taken for credit by CAS and GRS students.
CAS NS 544: Concepts in Physics V: Waves and Optics
2 credits
For teachers. Mastery of concepts of the physics of waves and geometric optics. Concepts discussed in historical and philosophical context to build pedagogical content knowledge. Discussion of pedagogy rooted in science education research on students' misconceptions. Cannot be taken for credit by CAS and GRS students.
CAS NS 545: Concepts in Physics V: Electromagnetism
2 credits
For teachers. Mastery of concepts of electromagnetic induction, AC circuits, and physical optics. Concepts are discussed in historical and philosophical context to build pedagogical content knowledge. Discussion of pedagogy rooted in science education research on students' misconceptions. Cannot be taken for credit by CAS and GRS students.
CAS NS 546: Concepts in Physics VI: Quantum Physics
2 credits
For teachers. Mastery of the foundations of quantum physics, such as blackbody radiation, the photoelectric effect, and wave-particle duality. Concepts are discussed in historical and philosophical context to build pedagogical content knowledge. Discussion of pedagogy is rooted in science education research. Cannot be taken for credit by CAS and GRS students.
CAS NS 547: Concepts in Modern Physics II: Special Relativity and Related Topics
2 credits
For teachers. Mastery of the foundations of Einstein's Theory of Special Relativity and applications to nuclear and particle physics, and to astronomy and cosmology. The development of understanding of space and time, and the pedagogical issues that arise are addressed. Cannot be taken for credit by CAS and GRS students.
CAS NS 548: Computer Modeling of Physical Phenomena
2 credits
For teachers. Covers use of simulations to model classical physical phenomena and investigations of nonlinear dynamics and chaos. Discussion of education research on the classroom use of computer simulations, and the history and pedagogical challenges of nonlinear dynamics. Cannot be taken for credit by CAS and GRS students.
CAS NS 549: Everyday Applications of Physics
2 credits
For teachers. Covers the physics of everyday life. Real-world applications of physics are all around us, and specific examples of these applications are examined in detail. Discussion of pedagogy focuses on utility of inquiry-based learning. Cannot be taken for credit by CAS and GRS students.
SED SC 570: Science Teaching Methods I
4 credits
Emphasizes pedagogical content knowledge through the exploration of methods for teaching science within disciplines (biology, chemistry, general science, and physics) at the middle and high school levels. 4 cr. Either sem.
2023FALLSEDSC570 A1, 6/09 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W | 06:30 pm | 09:15 pm | WED | 309 |
Sheltered English Immersion
SED TL 520: Teaching English Language Learners
4 credits
Focus on theory/research related to teaching English language learners and the implications for effective language, literacy, and content-area assessment and instructional practices in Sheltered English Immersion classrooms. For students seeking licensure in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, and Special Education. 4 cr.
2023SUM1SEDTL520SA1, 23/05 to 29/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TR | 06:00 pm | 09:30 pm | PSY | B35 |
2023FALLSEDTL520 A1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | CDS | 262 |
2023FALLSEDTL520 B1, 5/09 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 09:30 am | 12:15 pm |
SED TL 525: Teaching English Language Learners in Middle/High Schools
4 credits
Focus on theory/research related to teaching English language learners and the implications for effective language, literacy, and content-area assessment and instructional practices in Sheltered English Immersion classrooms in middle/high schools. For students seeking licensure at the 5-12 level. 4 cr.
2023SUM2SEDTL525SB1, 6/07 to 15/08 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TR | 06:00 pm | 09:30 pm | PSY | B35 |
2023FALLSEDTL525 A1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | CDS | 262 |
2023FALLSEDTL525 B1, 5/09 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 09:30 am | 12:15 pm |
2023FALLSEDTL525 C1, 5/09 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | EOP | 268 |
Social Studies Education
SED SO 520: Project Citizen: Promoting Civic Engagement
2 credits
The course examines how a model of citizen action (Project Citizen) can be used to promote active and informed citizenship among youth and adults. Students apply that model to analyze and influence a current public policy of their choice. Effective Spring 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: The Individual in Community.
SED SO 566: Teaching Critical Historical Inquiry
4 credits
Students will investigate the history, subspecialties, pedagogy, and research in history education for middle and high school, as related to historical thinking, literacy, and problem solving. Students will develop an understanding of historical literacy, historical thinking, inquiry, and problem solving. Students will develop competencies in developing and presenting research-based history lessons. Effective Fall 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Social Inquiry II, Oral and/or Signed Communication, Creativity/Innovation.
2023FALLSEDSO566 A1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 06:30 pm | 09:15 pm | PSY | B36 |
2023FALLSEDSO566 OL, 5/09 to 18/12 2023
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
SED SO 567: History Laboratory
2 credits
Explores the use of field-based and classroom methods for teaching students with historical sites and museums. The course includes visits to local historical sites and museums. Effective Spring 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: Aesthetic Exploration.
SED SO 572: Curriculum and Special Methods for History and Social Science, 5-12
Var credits
Reviews traditional and recent Examines curriculum materials in history or curriculum and teaching methods in social science education for middle, junior, and senior high school. Students develop competencies in developing and presenting research-based lessons and unit plans in history, civics, economics, geography, and the other social sciences. Analysis of curricular goals for grades 5-12. Development of new teaching materials and classroom techniques for social studies education at various age levels. Effective Fall 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Ethical Reasoning, Digital/Multimedia Expression, Teamwork/Collaboration. This course must be taken for 4 credits.
SED SO 578: Teaching Media Literacy
4 credits
2023SUM1SEDSO578SA1, 23/05 to 29/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TR | 06:00 pm | 09:30 pm | PSY | B37 |
Special Education
SED SE 502: Behavioral and Emotional Problems: Characteristics and Methods
4 credits
Introduces students to childhood emotional and behavioral disorders. Students will identify questions to ask if they believe a student may have an emotional/behavioral disorder, identify resources within the educational system and the broader mental health system, and discuss evidence-based interventions. 4 cr.
SED SE 533: The Families of Children with Disabilities
4 credits
Examines the nature of families and how families evolve with the presence of a child with a disability. Students will develop an understanding of family systems theory and evidence-based approaches to collaborating with families of children with disabilities. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDSE533 A1, 7/09 to 7/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | KCB | 103 |
SED SE 534: Classroom and Behavior Management
2 credits
Designed to develop an understanding of strategies for effective?behavioral support?of students with/without disabilities. Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS) will be used as the framework for school- wide, classroom, and individualized approaches to provide positive and preventative supports. Prereq: SE 250 or SE 706. 2cr.
2023SUM2SEDSE534SB1, 11/07 to 15/08 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 01:00 pm | 04:30 pm | CDS | 263 |
2023FALLSEDSE534 A1, 25/10 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | SOC | B57 |
SED SE 535: Understanding Autism
2 credits
Students will describe the defining characteristics, school experiences, and evidence- based practices for teaching and supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The course includes perspectives from individuals with ASD and their families. 2 cr.
2023SUM2SEDSE535SB1, 6/07 to 10/08 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 01:00 pm | 04:30 pm | CDS | 263 |
2023FALLSEDSE535 A1, 6/09 to 18/10 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | SOC | B57 |
SED SE 537: Assistive Technology
2 credits
Learners will examine legislation related to assistive technology; develop knowledge of AT for reading, writing, computer access, communication, daily living skills, and environmental control that address needs of students with various forms of disabilities; apply a systematic, collaborative framework to guide the AT selection process.
SED SE 601: Parent and Professional Collaboration
2 credits
Designed to develop an understanding of the importance of collaboration with parents and professionals when working with children with disabilities. Focus on effective collaborative strategies, co-teaching models, service delivery models, and cultural responsiveness. 2cr.
SED SE 650: Children at Risk
4 credits
Theories, research, and practice about children and adolescents whose academic/psychological/physical well-being is at risk. Topics include: poverty, substance abuse, institutionalization of children, adoption, mental illness, school dropouts, physical/emotional abuse, domestic violence, and children with disabilities. 4 cr.
SED SE 706: Introduction to Special Education
4 credits
Students will examine various disabilities (etiology, diagnostic criteria/process, impacts on learning); analyze historical and contemporary ethical issues including inclusive and culturally-/linguistically-responsive practices; learn federal legislation; and gain foundational understanding of instructional and behavioral management strategies. 4 cr.
2023SUM1SEDSE706SO1, 23/05 to 30/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
2023SUM1SEDSE706SO2, 23/05 to 30/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
2023FALLSEDSE706 A1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | KCB | 103 |
2023FALLSEDSE706 OL, 5/09 to 18/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
2023FALLSEDSE706 T1, 5/09 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 06:30 pm | 09:15 pm | PSY | B35 |
World Language Education
SED LS 560: Introduction to Language and Language Acquisition
4 credits
Introduction to the main aspects of first language acquisition from infancy through childhood. Topics areas include phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, discourse-pragmatics, language variation, multilingualism, child- directed speech, cognitive development, and theories of language acquisition. 4 cr. Effective Fall 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, Social Inquiry I, Critical Thinking.
2023SUM2SEDLS560SO1, 5/07 to 15/08 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
2023FALLSEDLS560 A1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | PSY | B39 |
2023FALLSEDLS560 B1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 11:15 am | 02:00 pm | PSY | B39 |
SED LS 565: Applied Linguistics: Language & Linguistics Survey
4 credits
An introduction to contemporary linguistics, including the study of language structure, language use and variation, and applied linguistics. Students will explore the systematic yet complex nature of language by taking a scientific approach to thinking about language. The technical knowledge about language gained in this course will serve as a foundation for more advanced courses in linguistics and/or for any future language-related career. 4cr.
2023SUM1SEDLS565SA1, 23/05 to 29/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TR | 01:00 pm | 04:30 pm | BRB | 121 |
2023FALLSEDLS565 A1, 6/09 to 13/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | CAS | 315 |
SED LS 626: Inter-Cultural Communication: Theoretical & Methodological Approaches
4 credits
Explores the literature and theory related to the cultural factors that influence communication between individuals. The goal of the course is to present approaches that balance the study of our common humanity with the study of cultural differences. 4 cr.
2023FALLSEDLS626 A1, 5/09 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 06:30 pm | 09:15 pm | CGS | 313 |
SED LS 658: Second Language Acquisition
4 credits
This course will provide an examination of approaches and major theories of second language acquisition (SLA). What can be observed about how people acquire a second language? How do the various SLA theories, models, and hypotheses explain each of these observations? How can an understanding of SLA theory inform language instruction? We will explore foundational theories and approaches in SLA, investigate contemporary thinking from a variety of perspectives, and form knowledge and ideas of how languages are acquired, based on empirical research. 4 cr
2023SUM2SEDLS658SO1, 5/07 to 15/08 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
2023FALLSEDLS658 A1, 5/09 to 12/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 05:00 pm | 07:45 pm | EOP | 262 |
SED TL 512: Introduction to Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL)
4 credits
Survey of current classroom practices in computer-assisted language learning (CALL), Focus on relationships among teaching, learning, and technological environments involving second and foreign language learners and teachers. 4 cr.
SED WL 511: Teaching Methods in World Language Education
4 credits
This course examines pedagogical approaches in world language teaching and learning. Students explore standards-based instructional methods, models of teaching, discuss underlying theories, and examine current issues in the field. Students develop lesson plans and practice high-leverage teaching practices.
2023FALLSEDWL511 A1, 11/09 to 11/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 04:40 pm | 07:25 pm | CDS | B63 |
SED WL 512: Curriculum & Assessment in World Language Education
4 credits
This course examines curriculum and assessment in world languages. Students develop a deep understanding of ACTFL Proficiency levels, assess learner proficiency, develop performance assessments, conduct Oral Proficiency Interviews (OPIs), and develop thematic curricula and units from a social justice perspective.
2023FALLSEDWL512 OL, 5/09 to 18/12 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |
SED WL 514: SED WL 514 Inclusive Principles & Practices in World Language Education
4 credits
Explores teaching for justice in world language education by developing intercultural citizenship and disrupting inequality. Policies of exclusion, barriers to access, and classroom practices are examined to support an inclusive classroom where all learners experience success. 4 cr. Either sem.
2023SUM1SEDWL514SO1, 23/05 to 30/06 2023
| Days | Start | End | Type | Bldg | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARR | TBD | TBD |