2008-2009 Academic Catalog - Queens University of Charlotte

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GRADUATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
EDUCATION
EDUC 501 Human Learning and Cognition
The purpose of this course is to critically investigate learning principles and theories and apply
them to contemporary educational situations. Students will actively engage in contemporary
research on topics pertaining to the learning process, motivation, individual and group differences,
memory and higher-cognitive functioning. Students will learn the use of multicultural
explorations in subject matter, individual differences in teaching styles, assessment practices
and study and learning strategies for EOG testing and reflection on teaching strategies.
Research, Reflective Writing, Case Studies. 3 Hrs.
EDUC 502 Child Development
This course is a study of contemporary human growth and development from conception
through adolescence, with a focus on the elementary-aged child. Students will participate in
class discussion, evaluate and assess developmental research methodology and apply various
teaching strategies to promote child development in the following domains: cognitive, affective,
social, physical, linguistic, personal and moral development. Students will demonstrate their
abilities to foster student development through a final research project that will incorporate all
of the topics listed above. Students will explore current trends and issues in diversity, group
and individual differences, and use technology to enhance and support children's development.
Research, Reflective Writing, Case Studies. Phase I course. 3 Hrs.
EDUC 503 Educational Research and Evaluation
The purpose of this course is to teach students how to investigate and analyze various educational
research findings. Students will then apply this new knowledge by synthesizing their findings
and creating a research proposal within a real world setting. Students will be required to
critically analyze research designs, explore and assess various research methods, comprehend
basic statistical procedures, and interpret the data of current educational research findings. Additional
topics include reflective examination of current school learning and teaching practices;
assessment strategies in contemporary classrooms; identifying support for research in elementary
school settings; and examining content pedagogy. Research, Reflective Writing, Case
Studies. Phase II Course. 3 Hrs.
EDUC 510 Educational Psychology
Study of those principles and theories of Psychology that have direct application to the classroom.
Emphasis will be on development, learning, motivation, classroom management, and
assessment. Students will participate in six field placements in which they will observe contemporary
research in authentic classroom situations. 3 Hrs.
EDUC 513 Methods and Materials in Elem Educ
This course emphasizes conceptual understanding of mathematical concepts in the child-centered
classroom. Students learn developmentally appropriate strategies for diverse populations.
Topics include National Council Standards and NC Standard Course of Study, lesson plans,
reasoning skills, cooperative learning, problem solving, multiple assessment techniques, error
pattern analysis, the use of technology and curriculum integration. Strategies of NC End of
Grade Tests. Field experience and reflective journal required. Phase I Course. 3 Hrs.
EDUC 514 Educational Technology
This course provides instruction in advanced competency skills and the infusion of technology
in the curriculum. The focus of the course is on the use of technology to support learning and
assessment strategies for diverse populations, ethical and legal issues, electronic communication,
the Internet as a research tool, evaluation of software and Web sites and the use of technology
to increase teacher's productivity. Strategies of NC End of Grade Tests. Field
experience, reflective journal technology journal required. Phase I Course. 3 Hrs.