Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of a least 2.5. This course is a survey of human development as explored through various psychological perspectives. Although development from conception through adulthood will be examined, the emphasis will be placed upon conception through adolescence. This course is designed to facilitate an awareness of childhood and adolescence as we explore experiences of children in families, peer relationships, and schools of today. Physical, psychosocial, moral and intellectual development will be examined through a variety of in-class activities. Lecture and discussion topics will be selected from your text which should be your primary reference for all class activities.

An introduction to the psychological theories and principles applied to the classroom. The course will include aspects of learning, motivation, classroom management, and assessment. Emphasis will be placed on developmentally designed instruction for all students.

This course provides an in-depth study of the major cognitive and behavioral theories of classroom learning. Emphasis will be placed on enabling teachers and counselors to better understand how students learn; on helping educators identify and remove barriers that impede student learning; and on helping educators develop, utilize and advocate teaching practices, programs, and curriculum that lead to academic success for all. Theories of motivation, classroom management practices, and belief systems that promote learning will also be addressed.

This course is designed to equip future teachers with the fundamental knowledge of understanding culture and teaching children from diverse backgrounds. required.

Explore key aspects of learning and teaching through examining your own learning processes and those of others, with the goal of applying your knowledge to enhance the learning of all students in a variety of educational settings and contexts.

An introduction to basic instructional technology theories, computer utilization, and selected instructional technologies. Selection and utilization of technology resources will also be addressed. GPA of 2.50 required.

Hands-on technology intregration techniques are provided, scaffolding form the student's basic computer skills to foster skills in five interrelated areas of instructional proficiency: (1) Georgia's Performance Standards for Curriculum, (2) integration of modern and emerging technologies into instructional practice, (3) classroom management in classrooms, computer labs and 21st century learning environments, (4) new designs for teaching and learning, and (5) enhanced pedagogical practices. Satisfies the Georgia Special Technolog Requirement. Admission to teacher education, MEDT 2401 or equivalent, and a minimum of 9 hours of upper level major courses required to enroll.

An overview of communication and technology as it relates to teaching and learning. This course includes the design, production and utilization of materials and operation of audiovisual equipment and microcomputers. This course will meet the Georgia Technology certification requirement.

Teaching one semester in the public schools at the secondary level under the supervision of an experienced, qualified classroom teacher. Seminars are scheduled as an integral part of the student teaching experience. Application for field experience required prior to enrollment. Taken concurrently with SEED 4289.

Designed to engage interns in a critical reflection of issues, topics, materials, and skills appropriate to their professional development and teaching experience during their internship. Will also serve as a capstone experience for satisfying exit requirements of the program. Taken concurrently with SEED 4286 or SEED 4288.

Study of characteristics, identification and assessment of exceptional children and youth across age ranges and levels of severity, including individualizing instruction in inclusive classrooms. "Best" ranges and levels of severity, teaching practices for this population also will be examined. Designed for non-specific education majors.

Study of characteristics, identification, and support needs of exceptional children and youth. Includes basic teaching strategies and supportive techniques/resources for meeting needs of pupils with special needs in the regular classroom. Designed for non-special education majors.