Courses MED 600 Human Development. MED 601 Analysis of Teaching. Students develop skill in analyzing patterns of classroom dynamics and become proficient in identifying specific instructional behaviors associated with specific learner outcomes. The student acquires perspective in observing and being observed in live classroom settings and real decision-making issues, leading to the refinement of instruction and the improvement of learner performance. MED 602 Advanced Educational Psychology.
Students explore applications of psychological principles and their potential role in instruction.
Special attention is given to the application of psychological principles for the improvement of teaching and learning. Students are challenged to develop their critical thinking skills and recognize their personal set of coherent views relevant to their own practice. Opportunities for conducting research in the application of educational psychology are provided. MED 603 Educational Research . Students acquire research skills in natural settings by pursuing questions and issues within a typical classroom or school building.