Also offered as EDEC 131. See description under COOP 190 for more information. Both the historical perspective and current trends in education are discussed. Students observe classrooms in action at area schools and attend seminars to discuss their findings. Various discipline models and appropriate classroom counseling is also a focus.
Intent is for development of a more efficient and effective classroom manager.
Identification and program design for the gifted will also be overviewed. The intent is to develop a better understanding of the needs of the gifted student in the regular classroom and what curriculum materials are available for the teacher. Provides techniques to work with the exceptional child in the classroom. Topics include exceptionality in all areas of development, diagnosis, communication, and working with family structures. Also offered as EDEC 222.