Admission by consent. Weekly seminar required. Students doing student teaching are limited to a maximum of 15 units that semester. For Professional Clear credential requirement. Examines the views of a wide range of philosophers, psychologists, sociologists, professional educators, political leaders, historians and researchers.
Students investigate, analyze and discuss current research related to the school community.
A field practicum component is required for teaching credential candidates only. The effect of teacher behavior upon student behavior, the learning task and the classroom environment. Explores alternative approaches to classroom discipline, management and organization. Consideration of the critical role of the teacher in understanding, using, valuing and communicating cultural knowledge for the purpose of maximizing educational objectives. Theoretical models of reading, emergent literacy, current issues in literacy and instruction, and the assessment and evaluation of reading are also discussed.