Canisius College - Graduate Catalog - Teacher Education -- Childhood Education

Faculty:
Paul Nochelski, S.J., Chair, Gillian Richardson, Director; Barbara A. Burns, Nicki Calabrese, Sandra K. Cimbricz, Suzanne E. D'Amato, Janet M. Ferguson, Kristin V. Finn, Marya Grande, Ellen M. Hamm, Marjorie L. Harrington, Julie Henry, Rosemary K. Murray, Gail A. Reddington, Mary E. Shea, Nancy V. Wallace, George Wenner, Paul A. Young.

The program in childhood education replaces the former elementary education program and leads to certification as a general classroom teacher of Grades 1-6. Candidates must provide evidence of successful completion of six hours of college level credit in each of the following:

English Mathematics

Natural Science Social Studies

All candidates for adolescence education certification will need as a pre-requisite one year study of language other than English at the college or university level or its equivalent. Candidates who possess a bachelor's degree with a major in one of the disciplines approved for our adolescence education program (see above) may now for the first time obtain a Gr. 7-9 extension of their childhood certificate in that discipline.

Required Courses for Certification in Childhood Education

EDR 501 Reading and Writing in the Content Areas
3

EDR 502 Foundations of Literacy Instruction
3

EDU 505 Foundations of Education
3

EDR 509 Teaching Literacy with Diverse Populations
3

EDU 515 Introduction to Statistics, Measurement and Assessment
3

EDU 540 Childhood Learning and Development
3

EDU 541 Inclusive Strategies
3

EDU 546 Multicultural Social Studies
3

EDU 543 Elementary Mathematics Instruction
3

EDU 545 Elementary Science Instruction
3

EDU 570 Seminar in Teaching and Assessment: Childhood
3

EDU 571 Student Teaching: Childhood
12

TOTAL 45

At this point, candidates will have met the education requirements for initial certification in childhood education.

Additional courses for M.S. in education childhood

EDU 615 Research Methods
3

EDR 510 Creating a Literate Environment:
Teaching the Language Processes
3

TOTAL 51

Candidates wishing to obtain an extension to teach grades 7-9 thus enabling candidates to teach middle childhood grades 7-9 as well as childhood grades 1-6 must take the following additional courses:

EMC 552 Human Growth and Development in Middle Childhood
3

EMC 553 Cognition, Learning, Assessment and Diagnostic Teaching in Middle Childhood
3

Certification in childhood education and literacy

Birth - Grade 6 plus the masters degree

Required course for certification in childhood education
Grades 1-6

EDR 501 Reading and Writing in the Content Areas
3

EDR 502 Foundations of Literacy Instruction
3

EDU 505 Foundations of Education
3

EDR 509 Teaching Literacy with Diverse Populations
3

EDU 515 Introduction to Statistics, Measurement and Assessment
3

EDU 540 Childhood Learning and Development
3

EDU 541 Inclusive Strategies
3

EDU 543 Elementary Mathematics Instruction
3

EDU 545 Elementary Science Instruction
3

EDU 546 Multicultural Social Studies
3

EDU 570 Seminar in Teaching and Assessment: Childhood
3

EDU 571 Student Teaching: Childhood
12

TOTAL 45

At this point, candidates will have met the education requirements for initial certification in childhood education.

Additional required courses for M.S. in education
Literacy: Birth- Grade 6

EDR 508 Emergent Literacy
3

EDR 510 Creating a Literate Environment: Teaching the Language Processes
3

EDR 600 Literacy Curriculum and the Role of the Reading Specialist
3

EDR 601 Diagnosis and Diagnostic Teaching Practicum: Birth- Grade 6
6

EDR 603 Advanced Practicum: Birth - Grade 6
3

EDR 616 Research Methods in Reading Or
3

EDU 615 Research Methods
3

TOTAL 66

At this point, candidates will have met the education requirements for professional certification in literacy education Birth- Grade 6 and childhood education Grades 1-6.

Courses 2002-2004

EDU 500 Computers in Education (3 credits)
Introductory course for educators on essential concepts, vocabulary and technical skills for using the microcomputer in the educational environment.

EDU 505 Foundations of Education (3 credits)
An examination of the social, historical, philosophical foundations of education intended to provide a framework for understanding contemporary issues in education. Topics may include: the role of education in a democratic society; gender, race and class in education; home, school and community relationships and the organizational structure of education.

EDU 514 Contemporary Issues in Education (3 credits)
Review and discussion of current issues facing education. Topics may include: school staffing, budgeting, teacher unions, tenure, education reform and various social issues.

EDU 515 Introduction to Statistics, Measurement and Assessment (3 credits)
Descriptive statistical methods including central tendencies, dispersion, standard scores, correlation, based on probability theory will be addressed. The elements of test construction: table of specifications, reliability, validity and item analysis will be considered.

Candidates will become familiar with norm referenced, criterion referenced and performance instruments and will study the diagnostic teaching model of instruction. Technology will be used to simulate evaluation and statistical analysis.

EDU 517 Teaching Strategies: Adolescence (3 credits)
Current techniques in large group, small group and individualized instruction. Lesson and unit planning in the student's own teaching area in accordance with NY State learning standards.

EDU 540 Childhood Learning and Development (3 credits)
The application, to classroom practice, of the principles of effective learning, the role of motivation and a consideration of motivation and self-worth will be studied. Candidates will critically review basic brain and nerve structure and function as it applies to learning and teaching. Attention will be directed toward the constructs of intelligence, creativity, meta-cognition, transfer of learning and learning styles. Specific theories including those of Skinner, Piaget, Vygotsky and Covington will be analyzed and critiqued. Classroom management options will be considered.

EDU 541 Inclusive Strategies (3 credits)
Provides an overview of special education including seminal legislation and current trends. Addresses successful strategies to support students with disabilities in the general education classroom. Examines the empirical basis of methods utilized to meet the New York Learning Standards and emphasizes collaboration to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

EDU 543 Elementary Mathematics Instruction (3 credits)
Methods and strategies for developing children's knowledge and skills in number systems, early geometry, arithmetical operations, fractions and decimals and probability and statistics will be examined. Candidates will develop proficiency in the use of instructional and informational technologies to support mathematics. Instruction will be aligned with the New York State's Mathematics, Science and Technology standards and with those of the NCTM. Assessment practices and research regarding mathematics knowledge and skill development will be integrated with teaching methodology.

EDU 545 Elementary Science Instruction (3 credits)
Methods and strategies for developing children's knowledge and understanding of earth/space science, physical science and the life sciences will be addressed. Candidates will develop proficiency in the use of instructional and informational technologies and hands-on activities to support science learning. Instruction will be aligned with the New York State Mathematics, Science and Technology. Application of research in education and formative and summative assessment practices will be stressed.

EDU 546 Multicultural Social Studies (3 credits)
An in-depth consideration of ethnic, economic and racial cultures found in elementary schools will share the focus of this course with instructional methods and strategies necessary for effective instruction in the areas of geography, history, anthropology and economics. Use of technology and New York State Learning Standards will be considered as they pertain to cultural diversity and social studies instruction. The role of family, peer and parental involvement in both overall society as well as the culture of schooling and will be studied.

EDU 555 Human Growth and Development: Adolescence (3 credits)
Human developmental processes and variations; effects of culture, heritage, socioeconomic level, health and environment on student performance. Methods for sustaining student interest, cooperation and achievement. Emphasis on student's role as a citizen in the school, community and nation. Emphasis is placed on grades 7-12.

EDU 560 Cognition, Learning and Assessment: Adolescence (3 credits)
Understanding of learning processes; classroom management; roles of transfer, retention, motivation, communication and achievement and the effects of learning styles and reinforcement. Skills in applying that understanding so that student interest, cooperation and performance will be a constant focus. Methods for differentiating instruction so that all students can learn. Emphasis is placed on grades 7-12.

EDU 561 Methods of Teaching Business: (3 credits)
Objectives, methods and materials for teaching business subjects.
Review of New York State syllabi and learning standards in business subjects.

Prerequisite: EDU 517 or concurrent enrollment.

EDU 562 Methods of Teaching English: Adolescence (3 credits)
Objectives, methods and materials for teaching English in grades 7-12. Overall view of English as subject of study. Teaching literature: engagement, response, analysis. Writing: process approach. Teaching language: grammar, usage, vocabulary, oral English. Mass media. Students will be prepared to teach to NY State learning standards in English Language Arts.

Prerequisite: EDU 517 or concurrent enrollment.

EDU 563 Methods of Teaching Mathematics: Adolescence (3 credits)
Objectives, methods and materials for teaching Mathematics in grades 7-12. Knowledge and ability to develop a variety of teaching strategies in mathematics; experiences to promote creativity in lesson planning, classroom management, etc. Students will be prepared to teach to NY State learning standards in Mathematics grades 7-12.

Prerequisite: EDU 517 or concurrent enrollment.

EDU 564 Methods of Teaching Modern Languages: Adolescence (3 credits)
Objectives, methods and materials for teaching modern languages in grades 7-12.Survey of current theories of language teaching and learning. Methodological demonstrations and practice. Work with current instructional hardware and software CALI, Interactive video, etc.. Students will be prepared to teach to NY State learning standards in modern languages. Prerequisite: EDU 517 or concurrent enrollment.

EDU 565 Methods of Teaching Science: Adolescence (3 credits)
Objectives, methods and materials of teaching the sciences in grades 7-12. Curriculum, teaching strategies, evaluation. Review of State syllabus: content, inquiry skills, problem solving and scientific attitude. Students will be prepared to teach to the NY State learning standards in the sciences. Prerequisite: EDU 517 or concurrent enrollment.

EDU 566 Methods of Teaching Social Studies: Adolescence (3 credits)
Objectives, methods and materials for teaching Social Studies in grades 7-12.Planning lessons, units, and mini lessons. Social studies resources available for classroom use. Students will be prepared to teach to the NY State learning standards in Social Studies, grades 7-12.

Prerequisite: EDU 517 or concurrent enrollment.

EDU 570 Seminar in Teaching and Assessment: Childhood (3 credits)
This course is intended to prepare students for the broader responsibilities required in student teaching. In childhood-level settings Gr. 1-6, students will begin to plan and teach lessons, as well as continue to observe master teachers. They will prepare classroom materials, design some long-range plans and examine site-based parent involvement projects. On-campus meetings will provide opportunities for professional reflection with a team, workshop experiences on topics related to classroom managements, increasing family involvement, teaching to higher standards and assessment. 100 hours of field experience required. This course is normally taken during the semester prior to student teaching.

EDU 571 Student Teaching: Childhood (12 credits)
Requires two supervised teaching placements in schools appropriate to certification level; includes experience in high needs schools or schools serving socio-economically disadvantaged students. Includes certification in Child Abuse Detection, Violence Prevention, and in-service in Chemical Abuse Awareness and Universal Precautions as mandated by NY State Education Department. Prerequisites: Interview; grade of "B" or above in each required education course EDR 501, 502, 509; EDU 505, 515, 540, 541, 543, 545, 546, 570 and an overall QPA of 3.5. Some school districts may require tuberculosis or other health tests.

EDU 572 Seminar in Teaching and Assessment: Adolescence (3 credits)
Curriculum development, analysis of lesson and unit planning, reflection on one's own teaching practice. Skill in using assessment data to modify instruction and in using various resources to enhance teaching. Focus on fostering effective relationships and interactions within the school community. Means for updating knowledge and skills in your curricular area. Means for reporting child abuse and maltreatment. 100 hours of field experience. This course is normally taken during the semester prior to student teaching.

EDU 573 Student Teaching: Adolescence (12 credits)
Requires two supervised teaching placements in schools appropriate to certification level and major teaching discipline; includes experience in high needs schools or schools serving socio-economically disadvantaged students. Includes certification in Child Abuse Detection, Violence Prevention and in-service in Chemical Abuse Awareness and Universal Precautions as mandated by NY State Education Department.

Prerequisites: Interview; grade of "B" or above in each required education course EDR 502, 503; EDU 505, 515, 517, 541, 555, 560, appropriate methods course; EDU 572 and an overall QPA of 3.5. Some school districts may require tuberculosis or other health tests.

EDU 615 Research Methods (3 credits)
Candidates will develop an understanding of the research process from formulating a research problem through data analysis and interpretation. Candidates will learn how to critically analyze research studies, discuss ethical considerations in conducting research and discuss the importance of scientific research for educational policy and practice. Each candidate will plan a research project consistent with his/her interests and with the course goals.

Prerequisite: EDU 515

EDU 689 Independent Research (3 credits)
Under the direction of a faculty member, the candidate will complete a research project consistent with his/her interests and academic goals.

Prerequisite: EDU 615; Permission of associate chair or program director required.

Workshops: Workshops are intended primarily to serve as professional development opportunities for certified teachers.

They cannot be used to meet initial certification requirements. To be counted as an elective course in a degree program, a workshop must begin in one week and end in another week. This format will provide additional weekend time for completion of research, papers, projects, etc.

EDU 700W Essential Elements of Effective Instruction (3 credits)
Intensive workshop designed to present various models of instructional analysis, including the Madeline Hunter model, the BEST model and other programs designed to improve instruction.

EDU 701W The 4MAT System: Teaching to Learning Styles (3 credits)
Intensive workshop providing theory and teaching strategies to address learning styles and brain dominance of students. Participants learn to apply 4MAT Instructional Model.

EDU 703W Outcome Based Education (3 credits)
A holistic process for district-wide improvement in education. Participants have opportunity to explore OBE principles and their application with a decision-making model.

EDU 704W Cooperative Learning (3 credits)
Hands-on workshop for K-12 teachers. For teaching academic and social skills. Cooperative learning strategies, assessment methods, use of student roles and writing C.L. lessons.

EDU 706W Creative Discipline through Effective Classroom Management (3 credits)
Learning to discipline with dignity using creative discipline techniques and Glasser's Reality Therapy, Control Theory and Quality School Theory. Classroom application through cooperative learning activities.

EDU 707W Classroom Management: Glasser Reality (3 credits)
Workshop based on Reality Therapy and William Glasser's Choice (Control) Theory. Goal: developing a "quality classroom." Use of choice theory in class meetings, parent conferences, etc. Conflict-resolution skills. Solution-focused problem-solving therapy.

EDU 708W Substance Use, Abuse, and Dependency (3 credits)
Contemporary patterns of tobacco, alcohol and other psycho-active drug use by young people and their families. Effects of abuse and chemical dependencies on the emotional, intellectual and social maturation of children.

EDU 747W Aerospace Education Workshop (3 credits)
Presented in cooperation with NASA and U.S. Air Force. Aeronautics, astronomy, rocketry, earth science, space biology and history of flight.

EDU 750W Western New York Writing Project (3 credits)
Improving the teaching of writing on all levels through successful teachers sharing their methods. Twenty selected fellows meet four days each week for five weeks.

EDU 751W Writing Seminar (3 credits)
A five-week open-enrollment seminar on the teaching of writing, presented by the Western New York Writing Project.

EDU 752W Writing Camp for Teachers (3 credits)
To determine when these courses will be taught, check the registrar's schedule each semester.

EDU 797W GEMS: Great Explorations in Math and Science
A survey of GEMS (Great Expectations in Math and Science) program from the University of California at Berkeley's Lawrence Hall of Science. The program integrates elementary and middle school mathematics and science.

HIS 501 Curriculum Design and Development: Social Studies (3 credits)

HIS 502 Main Themes in American History (3 credits)

HIS 503 Main Themes in European History (3 credits)

HIS 504 Main Themes in Global History (3 credits)
Historically and methodology of history. Teaching history at the secondary level: pedagogy, instructional techniques and multimedia technology.

HIS 509 World War I (3 credits)
Causes and effects of the Great War. Political, military, economic and social dimensions of the war.

HIS 511 Alexander the Great (3 credits)
Philip II and the rise of Macedon. Alexander's personality, his conquests and their social, political and intellectual consequences,'Hellenistic culture. The Alexander romance.

HIS 522 Europe: 1870-1914 (3 credits)
Political, social, and cultural history of Europe in the decades before World War I. Rise of socialism and feminism, impact of scientific and technological change and origins and effects of imperialism.

HIS 534 Britain in the Age of Victoria (3 credits)
Social and political history of 19th century Britain. Topics include the transition from rural to urban society, the evolution from aristocratic politics and the emergence of characteristically "Victorian" social and cultural patterns.

HIS 546 The Age of European Fascism: 1919-45 (3 credits)
A comparative analysis of fascist movements and regimes in Europe between the two world wars with particular attention devoted to fascist Italy and Nazi Germany.

HIS 550 20th Century Eastern Europe (3 credits)
Ethnic, linguistic and geographical origins. Emphasis on social, political, economic and cultural developments since 1918.

HIS 567 History of the Old South (3 credits)
The American South before the Civil War.

HIS 569 American Family in History and Literature (3 credits)
Historical and literary discussion of American Family. Special attention to cultural representations of the family and how they changed from colonial through Victorian times. Focuses on economic, political and social contexts of American family life.

HIS 574 The American Frontier (3 credits)
Role of frontier experience in shaping American people and their history and culture. Emphasizes trans-Mississippi West. Trapping, farming and mining frontiers; cowboys, gunfighters and cattle kingdom; conquest of Native Americans; women's role in conquering West.

HIS 582 New York State History (3 credits)
History of the Empire State from colonial times to the present day.

HIS 587 Military History of the Civil War (3 credits)
Major military leaders; strategy and tactics. Weapons technology, naval aspects of the war, the life of soldiering and other topics.

EDU 700 Teaching Native American Cultures (3 credits)

SPA 555 20th Century Writers in Spanish (3 credits)
In-depth study of five major writers in Spanish representative of the 20th century: Borges, GarcÌa Lorca, GarcÌa M·rquez, Matute, Unamuno. Particularly useful for teachers who plan to develop AP literature program.