This course includes a study and analysis of research methodology as applied to problems and questions regarding human behavior. It is designed to assist the graduate student in education to understand the essential concepts, processes, and terminology used in educational research. Emphasis will be given to the development of the ability to prepare an acceptable research plan and to interpret and critique research reports that appear in professional publications. A study of the relationship of social goals and educational purposes in relationship to community, district, state, region nation and world. The roles of social, political, and educational agencies in education purposes and organization are studied.
Attention is given to the teacher's role and value in the school and society.
A study of major theories of child development and the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social characteristics of children in the elementary and secondary grades. Emphasis will be given to the practical application in the classroom setting. This class will provide you with an analysis of alternative teaching models with an emphasis on designing, applying and evaluating selected models. Survey and application of methods of using the microcomputer in instruction in both elementary and secondary classrooms. This course will involve a synthesis of research related to teacher effectiveness and instructional planning for elementary content areas.