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BELLIN COLLEGE CATALOG2011-12MSN Specialty Courses – EducatorNUR 720: Theories of Education2 creditsStudents examine a variety of theories of education. Major learning theories, including cognitive,humanistic, and developmental perspectives are applied to diverse groups. The interaction of cognition,emotion, and motivation are explored as the student develops a personal theory of learning.NUR 722: Curriculum and Instruction3 creditsThis course focuses on the principles and processes of curriculum, course development and instructionalmethodologies. Emphasis is placed on cultural competence and learner-centered environments as studentsdevelop and implement curriculum and instruction to diverse learners.NUR 724: Assessment and Evaluation3 creditsThe role of the educator in the documentation of learning outcomes is the core of this course. Theassessment and evaluation of student learning and of program effectiveness will be discussed inrelationship to established outcomes. Learning experiences will include test item development,competency assessment, as well as innovative strategies toNUR 726: Educator Practicum I3 creditsThe focus of this course is the application of nursing, leadership and educational theory ineducational settings with individuals and groups of learners. The student will participate indeveloping and delivering curriculum and the evaluation of teaching strategies. Development of ateaching portfolio will be initiated. A seminar component will allow the student to reflect andsynthesize practicum experiences.NUR 728: Educator Practicum II3 creditsThe focus of this course is the application of nursing, leadership and educational theory ineducational settings that focus on individuals and groups of learners. The student will participatein curriculum delivery and evaluation strategies. The teaching portfolio initiated in Practicum I willbe enhanced to demonstrate the scholarship of teaching. A seminar component will challenge thestudent to reflect and synthesize practicum experiences.100