Impact of disabilities on individual/family. Support systems for persons with disabilities, approaches for advocacy. Employ reflective practices when considering concept of disability. This course has an imbedded school-based practicum.

Math modeling, including linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic functions, counting/probability. Excel or calculators used to develop equations/graphs from theoretical/real interdisciplinary data. Projects enable students to use models to examine trends, make predictions. prereq: Three yrs high school math or grade of at least C+ in PsTL 0731 or PsTL 0732 or CI 0832 or placement test score or instr consent

Graphs of equations and functions, transformations of graphs; linear, quadratic, polynomial, and rational functions, with applications; inverses and compositions of functions; exponential and logarithmic functions with applications; basic probability rules, conditional probabilities, binomial probabilities. prereq: 3 yrs high school math or satisfactory score on placement exam or grade of at least C- in [PSTL 731 or PSTL 732 or CI 0832]

Graphs of equations and functions, transformations of graphs; linear, quadratic, polynomial, and rational functions with applications; zeroes of polynomials; inverses and compositions of functions; exponential and logarithmic functions with applications; coverage beyond that found in the usual 3 years of high school math. prereq: 3 yrs of high school math or satisfactory score on placement test or grade of at least C- in [PSTL 731 or PSTL 732 or CI 0832]

Properties of trigonometric functions and their inverses, including graphs and identities, with applications; polar coordinates, equations, graphs; complex numbers, complex plane, DeMoivre's Theorem; conic sections; systems of linear equations and inequalities, with applications; arithmetic and geometric sequences and series. prereq: Satisfactory score on placement exam or grade of at least C- in [1031 or 1051]

A streamlined one-semester tour of differential and integral calculus in one variable, and differential calculus in two variables. No trigonometry/does not have the same depth as MATH 1271-1272. Formulas and their interpretation and use in applications. prereq: Satisfactory score on placement test or grade of at least C- in [1031 or 1051]

Math modeling, including linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic functions, counting/probability. Excel or calculators used to develop equations/graphs from theoretical/real interdisciplinary data. Projects enable students to use models to examine trends, make predictions. prereq: Three yrs high school math or grade of at least C+ in PsTL 0731 or PsTL 0732 or CI 0832 or placement test score or instr consent

Graphs of equations and functions, transformations of graphs; linear, quadratic, polynomial, and rational functions, with applications; inverses and compositions of functions; exponential and logarithmic functions with applications; basic probability rules, conditional probabilities, binomial probabilities. prereq: 3 yrs high school math or satisfactory score on placement exam or grade of at least C- in [PSTL 731 or PSTL 732 or CI 0832]

Graphs of equations and functions, transformations of graphs; linear, quadratic, polynomial, and rational functions with applications; zeroes of polynomials; inverses and compositions of functions; exponential and logarithmic functions with applications; coverage beyond that found in the usual 3 years of high school math. prereq: 3 yrs of high school math or satisfactory score on placement test or grade of at least C- in [PSTL 731 or PSTL 732 or CI 0832]

Properties of trigonometric functions and their inverses, including graphs and identities, with applications; polar coordinates, equations, graphs; complex numbers, complex plane, DeMoivre's Theorem; conic sections; systems of linear equations and inequalities, with applications; arithmetic and geometric sequences and series. prereq: Satisfactory score on placement exam or grade of at least C- in [1031 or 1051]

A streamlined one-semester tour of differential and integral calculus in one variable, and differential calculus in two variables. No trigonometry/does not have the same depth as MATH 1271-1272. Formulas and their interpretation and use in applications. prereq: Satisfactory score on placement test or grade of at least C- in [1031 or 1051]

To review the foundations of special education, culminating in an understanding of the application of the IDEAL Problem Solving Model. The course will address concepts related to exceptionality; historical and legal foundations; problem solving and tools of inquiry; collaborative relationships with families, educational, and community professionals; support of students with disabilities in general education; characteristics of students with high and low incidence disabilities, and ethics. Teacher candidates will learn methods of formative assessment using curriculum-based measures (CBM) and practice analyzing data to make instructional decisions and inform early intervention for struggling students.

Participants will learn basic standardized assessment and how it directly relates to special education. In addition, students will use the assessment as part of an ongoing process for making instructional programming decisions. Students will apply skills in designing and evaluating assessment plans and in making eligibility decisions.

Focuses on principles of behavior analysis and procedures used in the assessment and management of classroom behavior. Although the application of behavioral principles in educational settings is the central purpose of this course, complementary issues related to general classroom management will also be addressed. Consistent with the mission of the College of Education and Human Development, this course aims to strengthen effective educational practice, promote inquiry, and build leadership skills for regular and special educators and professionals in allied fields. Community Engaged Learning (CEL): This course integrates community engaged learning in an educational setting, which may include day-care centers, pre-kindergarten programs, K-12 schools, and post-secondary transition programs. Students are required to engage in a community placement for a minimum of 2 hours per week (20 hours total). Licensure students should use their pre-student teaching field experience placements as their CEL site and must complete the minimum number of hours required of their field experience course. Note: Teacher licensure candidates should register for the appropriate pre-student teaching field experience in accordance with their program plans. Non-licensure students have two options for securing a CEL placement: (1) register for 1 credit of EPSY 3701/5701 Practicum: Field Experience in General Education ? Inclusive Classrooms or (2) secure a placement through the UMN Center for Community Engaged Learning (information provided in class). prereq: For online sections, students must be an ASD certificate candidate or a Special Education Major or Special Education M.Ed./M.A.

Use problem solving model to make data-based decisions regarding implementation and evaluation of instruction for students with academic and behavioral difficulties.

The purpose of this course is to prepare teachers of students at risk and with academic disabilities to address their specific learning needs in the area of reading and written language, using a data-based decision-making approach. Through course readings, lectures, discussions, cooperative group work, microteaching, and field experiences, students will gain knowledge and skills to address the needs of children with difficulties or disabilities that affect reading and writing, including children with dyslexia and dysgraphia.

Use of strategies/models for improving transition of youth from school to work and community living. Course content that specifically addresses all phases of student assessment, individualized transition planning. Parent, family, and student involvement in designing post school options. Community-based services (employment, residential living, social and recreational services, etc). Comprehensive interagency approaches.

Skills/knowledge required to consult/collaborate with school personnel, families, other professionals to maintain effective educational support.

Comprehensive behavioral programs for students with social and or emotional disabilities. Instructing students with social and or emotional disabilities.

Terms/concepts related to augmentative/alternative communication. Myths/facts regarding AAC.

Field experiences (prior to student teaching) meet the requirements set by Minnesota?s Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). The focus of this course is for initial licensure teacher candidates in the field of special education in preparation for practicing principles required for successful inclusion of students in their least restrictive environment (LRE). Teacher candidates will observe and interact with students with disabilities (license specific) teachers in middle and secondary (high school or transition) school settings. Consistent with the mission of the College of Education and Human Development and the Special Education Programs, this field experience strengthens effective educational practices, promotes inquiry and problem solving skills, and builds leadership skills for special educators who work with students with disabilities specific to the licensure area. All placements are requested and confirmed by the Field Placement Coordinator in the Special Education Program. Placements are based on licensure program requirements and information (e.g., availability) teacher candidates provide on the Field Experience Placement Questionnaire. Field experiences occur during the regular school day; scheduled between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Schedules vary by school and cooperating teacher. You will receive an email with all placement details once finalized.

Field experiences (prior to student teaching) meet the requirements set by Minnesota?s Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). The focus of this course is for initial licensure teacher candidates in the field of special education in preparation for practicing principles required for successful inclusion of students in their least restrictive environment (LRE). Teacher candidates will observe and interact with students with disabilities (license specific) teachers in ECSE and elementary school settings. Consistent with the mission of the College of Education and Human Development and the Special Education Programs, this field experience strengthens effective educational practices, promotes inquiry and problem solving skills, and builds leadership skills for special educators who work with students with disabilities specific to the licensure area. All placements are requested and confirmed by the Field Placement Coordinator in the Special Education Program. Placements are based on licensure program requirements and information (e.g., availability) teacher candidates provide on the Field Experience Placement Questionnaire. Field experiences occur during the regular school day; scheduled between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Schedules vary by school and cooperating teacher. You will receive an email with all placement details once finalized.

Transfer of theoretical knowledge to practical application. Responsibilities of special education teacher in variety of settings. prereq: Special education licensure program or instr consent

EPsy 5699 will be taken concurrently with the student teaching experience. Coursework will center around experimental teaching utilizing data-based instruction for affecting student growth academically. Students will demonstrate this understanding by planning and conducting a 3-to-5 lesson instructional sequence for a selected focus learner during their student teaching year. In addition, students will record their instruction and reflect on the effectiveness of their academic instruction. Prereq: instr consent

The course is designed to give teaching licensure candidates grounding in theory and practice for teaching linguistically and culturally diverse students. This course provides an overview of the benefits and challenges of working with English learners (ELs) and linguistically and culturally diverse students in a variety of settings. Central topics include instructional practices and strategies for teaching English learners; second language literacy and biliteracy development; language learning and bilingualism; and culturally responsive pedagogy. The course is designed to help teacher candidates to develop an understanding of the language-specific challenges that accompany subject matter learning and to demonstrate the ability to apply a range of instructional strategies to help English learners succeed academically. prereq: Early Childhood or Elementary Education ILP or Special Education Major or Special Education M.Ed./M.A candidates

Mathematical concepts and methods for exceptional students, both low achieving and gifted. Experimental materials and methods designed for underachieving students. prereq: Teaching license or student in elem ed or special ed or instr consent

Readings in history, philosophy, social sciences, and law revealing diverse educational values in a pluralistic society. Multiple expectations of schools. Civil liberties, rights, community. Varying cultural backgrounds of students, family circumstances, exceptional needs. prereq: Jr or sr or MEd/initial licensure student or CLA music ed major or preteaching major or instr consent

Issues of prejudice/discrimination in terms of history, power, social perception. Knowledge/skills acquisition in cooperative learning, multicultural education, group dynamics, social influence, leadership, judgment/decision making, prejudice reduction, conflict resolution, teaching in diverse educational settings. prereq: MEd/init lic or CLA music ed or preteaching or instr consent

Diverse educational technology in K-12 classrooms. Effective use of technology. Computer technologies used to stimulate personal productivity/communication and to enhance teaching/learning processes. prereq: [MEd/initial licensure or CLA music ed major or preteaching major or instr consent], basic computer skills

In this course, you will learn about: Theories of child development and how they relate to approaches to instruction; Behaviorist, cognitive, and social cognitive learning theories; Approaches to instruction and assessment (teacher-centered vs. student-centered vs. assessment-centered); and Issues related to assessment and measuring student learning (validity, reliability, interpretation, etc.) by participating in assessment design (traditional, performance, formative) and interpretation.

Introductory statistics. Emphasizes understanding/applying statistical concepts/procedures. Visual/quantitative methods for presenting/analyzing data, common descriptive indices for univariate/bivariate data. Inferential techniques.

This course will examine normative physical, social, and cognitive development from the prenatal period through adolescence. The major goals include fostering an understanding of the usefulness of a developmental approach to psychological issues, familiarizing students with current research and methodology in developmental psychology, and engaging students in the experiences of developmental psychology through observation and analysis of child behavior. PSY majors should take the cross-listed course CPSY 3301.

This course will examine normative physical, social, and cognitive development from the prenatal period through adolescence. The major goals include fostering an understanding of the usefulness of a developmental approach to psychological issues, familiarizing students with current research and methodology in child psychology, and engaging students in the experiences of developmental psychology through observation and analysis of child behavior. This course is intended for non-Child Psychology/Early Childhood majors. Those majors should take the cross-listed course CPSY 2301.

Skills/knowledge required to consult/collaborate with school personnel, families, other professionals to maintain effective educational support.

Participants will learn basic standardized assessment and how it directly relates to special education. In addition, students will use the assessment as part of an ongoing process for making instructional programming decisions. Students will apply skills in designing and evaluating assessment plans and in making eligibility decisions.

Focuses on principles of behavior analysis and procedures used in the assessment and management of classroom behavior. Although the application of behavioral principles in educational settings is the central purpose of this course, complementary issues related to general classroom management will also be addressed. Consistent with the mission of the College of Education and Human Development, this course aims to strengthen effective educational practice, promote inquiry, and build leadership skills for regular and special educators and professionals in allied fields. Community Engaged Learning (CEL): This course integrates community engaged learning in an educational setting, which may include day-care centers, pre-kindergarten programs, K-12 schools, and post-secondary transition programs. Students are required to engage in a community placement for a minimum of 2 hours per week (20 hours total). Licensure students should use their pre-student teaching field experience placements as their CEL site and must complete the minimum number of hours required of their field experience course. Note: Teacher licensure candidates should register for the appropriate pre-student teaching field experience in accordance with their program plans. Non-licensure students have two options for securing a CEL placement: (1) register for 1 credit of EPSY 3701/5701 Practicum: Field Experience in General Education ? Inclusive Classrooms or (2) secure a placement through the UMN Center for Community Engaged Learning (information provided in class). prereq: For online sections, students must be an ASD certificate candidate or a Special Education Major or Special Education M.Ed./M.A.

To review the foundations of special education, culminating in an understanding of the application of the IDEAL Problem Solving Model. The course will address concepts related to exceptionality; historical and legal foundations; problem solving and tools of inquiry; collaborative relationships with families, educational, and community professionals; support of students with disabilities in general education; characteristics of students with high and low incidence disabilities, and ethics. Teacher candidates will learn methods of formative assessment using curriculum-based measures (CBM) and practice analyzing data to make instructional decisions and inform early intervention for struggling students.

Participants will learn basic standardized assessment and how it directly relates to special education. In addition, students will use the assessment as part of an ongoing process for making instructional programming decisions. Students will apply skills in designing and evaluating assessment plans and in making eligibility decisions.

Focuses on principles of behavior analysis and procedures used in the assessment and management of classroom behavior. Although the application of behavioral principles in educational settings is the central purpose of this course, complementary issues related to general classroom management will also be addressed. Consistent with the mission of the College of Education and Human Development, this course aims to strengthen effective educational practice, promote inquiry, and build leadership skills for regular and special educators and professionals in allied fields. Community Engaged Learning (CEL): This course integrates community engaged learning in an educational setting, which may include day-care centers, pre-kindergarten programs, K-12 schools, and post-secondary transition programs. Students are required to engage in a community placement for a minimum of 2 hours per week (20 hours total). Licensure students should use their pre-student teaching field experience placements as their CEL site and must complete the minimum number of hours required of their field experience course. Note: Teacher licensure candidates should register for the appropriate pre-student teaching field experience in accordance with their program plans. Non-licensure students have two options for securing a CEL placement: (1) register for 1 credit of EPSY 3701/5701 Practicum: Field Experience in General Education ? Inclusive Classrooms or (2) secure a placement through the UMN Center for Community Engaged Learning (information provided in class). prereq: For online sections, students must be an ASD certificate candidate or a Special Education Major or Special Education M.Ed./M.A.

Use problem solving model to make data-based decisions regarding implementation and evaluation of instruction for students with academic and behavioral difficulties.

Use of strategies/models for improving transition of youth from school to work and community living. Course content that specifically addresses all phases of student assessment, individualized transition planning. Parent, family, and student involvement in designing post school options. Community-based services (employment, residential living, social and recreational services, etc). Comprehensive interagency approaches.

Introductory statistics. Emphasizes understanding/applying statistical concepts/procedures. Visual/quantitative methods for presenting/analyzing data, common descriptive indices for univariate/bivariate data. Inferential techniques.

This culminating course familiarizes students with the principles and practice of applied psychology in educational and community settings. Through supervised fieldwork experiences in either research or practice settings, students will develop an understanding of ethical considerations in educational psychology and explore how psychological research can be used to advance the practice of psychology in applied settings. This course is designed for undergraduate students completing an Educational Psychology undergraduate minor or the Special Education major. The course meets for 120 minutes weekly, and students complete 90 hours of fieldwork (approximately 8-10 hours/week). This is a community-engaged learning course. Fieldwork experiences can include: * A research experience conducted with an approved Educational Psychology faculty member. * A practical experience in an approved community engaged service-learning setting. Note: students in the special education major must complete fieldwork related to disabilities and/or special education.

Knowledge/skills needed to promote learning/success for school age children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Definition, etiology, and characteristics of ASD. Current research/issues. Collaborative problem solving, family-professional partnerships, educational programming.

Examination of key issues and practices related to early intervention and early childhood special education, with an emphasis on family-focused and inclusive services for children birth to age six. Students enrolled in this course will be provided with a background in historical and philosophical issues relating to special education, components of due process and data privacy, the IEP/IFSP process, an overview of various disabilities and disorders, and information regarding how disabilities may affect individuals and families.

Philosophical foundations of deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) education. Engage in discussion, debates, and processes that have influenced deaf education, communication methodologies, and placement options in the US. Considered from the perspective of deaf and hard of hearing children, adults, and their families.

This course investigates the Deaf community using an ethnocentric view of culture. Students will explore cultural readings and various sources in class discussion using multi-disciplinary approaches: sociological, educational, and linguistic views. Can be taken concurrently with ASL 1701-3704. Class instruction conducted entirely in ASL with an English interpreter.

Study of hot topics currently faced by children and youth around the world, including focuses on homelessness, acculturation, mental health, substance abuse, war and political violence, immigration, and legal issues. Provides an introduction to science, ethics, and ramifications in civic life of current, controversial issues concerning child or youth development. Examines topics of concern and interest to parents, society, and young people and how developmental science informs these issues and policies as well as the decisions and actions of citizens. Students will also learn how research is translated and disseminated so that it can inform policy and practice.

This course will examine normative physical, social, and cognitive development from the prenatal period through adolescence. The major goals include fostering an understanding of the usefulness of a developmental approach to psychological issues, familiarizing students with current research and methodology in developmental psychology, and engaging students in the experiences of developmental psychology through observation and analysis of child behavior. PSY majors should take the cross-listed course CPSY 3301.

Perceptual, motor, emotional, social, and cognitive development during the first two years of life; the developing infant in his or her social and physical environment. prereq: CPSY 2301 or equivalent or instructor consent

Overview of development in the teenage years/second decade of life. Interactions of adolescents with family, school, and society. prereq: PSY 1001 or equivalent

Theoretical, personal, and culturally determined theories on life span development, from prenatal period through death/dying. Psychoanalytical, behaviorism, cognitive, sociocultural, and epigenetic categories of biosocial, cognitive, and psychosocial domains.

Course critically examines social and cultural diversity in the United States, confronting social issues of poverty, handicappism, homophobia, racism, sexism, victim-blaming, violence, and so on, and presenting models for change. Students examine how and why prejudices develop.

This writing-intensive course examines the racial history of modern America. The focus is placed on how American Indians, African Americans, and immigrants from Europe, Asia, and Latin America struggle over identity, place, and meanings of these categories in society where racial hierarchy not only determined every aspect of how they lived, but also functioned as a lever to reconstitute a new nation and empire in the aftermath of the Civil War. We are interested in studying how these diverse groups experienced racialization not in the same way but in various and distinct ways in relation to each other.

Issues in urban education examines and critiques contemporary commentary on urban education through texts, social media, case studies, and service-learning in schools. Through examination of socio-cultural and socio-political contexts of urban education, this course considers the role of teachers, curriculum, and community in urban schooling.

Manifestations of culture/power in education. How culture is mediating factor in educational achievement of students of color. Relationship between home/community, school cultures. Theories/research that show importance of integrating students' interests, knowledge, experience for increasing student engagement/achievement.

Social, psychological, economic, political aspects of social class/poverty. Implications for education as social institution/classroom pedagogy. Social class in U.S., working-class literature for adults/children, labor histories, economic systems.

This course is designed as an introduction to multicultural families using an ecological lens. The institution of the family is recognized globally as a basic unit of a society that produces, develops, socializes, and launches the next generation of its citizenry. This course will focus on families in contemporary America, a society that has grown increasingly diverse, and faces many complex challenges in today?s global environment. Using a human ecological lens allows us to examine families in their nested and interdependent environments--how individuals shape and are shaped by families, their human built environments, their socio-cultural environments, and their natural-physical environments. This is a service learning class.

Family systems/theories applied to dynamics/processes relevant to family life. Diversity issues related to gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and disability. Divorce, single parenthood, remarriage. Family strengths/problems. prereq: At least soph or instr consent

This course focuses on the impact of “immigration” (i.e., refugee vs. various types of immigration statuses) on family relationships, specifically how culture of origin and acculturation processes influence individuals and families over time; explores issues faced by various immigrant family systems, including a consideration of generational status, gender identities, social classes, and ethnic/racial group identities; develops intercultural interaction skills that prepare students to effectively engage with diverse immigrant families in multiple contexts; and builds practical skills that enhance students’ abilities to work in and collaborate with community-and faith-based organizations to strengthen cultural resources while overcoming barriers to increase service utilization.

Examine personal views of leadership, differences between personal/positional leadership, leadership ethics/values, personal leadership strengths/skills.

How do effective leaders create positive systemic change within complex systems? What is community and how does it shape the work of leadership? Students examine leadership from a multi-dimensional and multicultural perspective and critically examine leadership theories in authentic, complex community settings.

In this final, writing intensive capstone course, students pull together the threads of leadership theory and practice worked with over the course of the Leadership Minor. In addition, students gain experience working with diverse leaders from around the world, mapping political contexts, and planning their own global leadership path within their specific field.

One feature of life in modern society is the presence of deep moral disagreement. Individuals must decide what actions are right, and societies must make political choices. How do we know what the right answer is? Which answers and approaches are rationally defensible? Philosophical reflection, rational argument, and systematic analysis can help us think about these problems more clearly and arrive at answers that are both useful and intellectually satisfying. This course will address various rotating topics, such as abortion, animal rights, criminal punishment, censorship, personal relationships, affirmative action, and other active areas of moral and social concern.

Why does inequality exist? How does it work? These are the essential questions examined in this class. Topics range from welfare and poverty to the role of race and gender in getting ahead. We will pay particular attention to social inequities – why some people live longer and happier lives while others are burdened by worry, poverty, and ill health. prereq: soc majors/minors must register A-F

We live in a society steeped in racial understandings that are often invisible?some that are hard to see, and others that we work hard not to see. This course will focus on race relations in today's society with a historical overview of the experiences of various racial and ethnic groups in order to help explain their present-day social status. This course is designed to help students begin to develop their own informed perspectives on American racial ?problems? by introducing them to the ways that sociologists deal with race, ethnicity, race relations and racism. We will expand our understanding of racial and ethnic dynamics by exploring the experiences of specific groups in the U.S. and how race/ethnicity intersects with sources of stratification such as class, nationality, and gender. The course will conclude by re-considering ideas about assimilation, pluralism, and multiculturalism. Throughout, our goal will be to consider race both as a source of identity and social differentiation as well as a system of privilege, power, and inequality affecting everyone in the society albeit in different ways.

Everyone thinks they know what "education" is. We've all been in schools, and we think we know how they work. We all have opinions about why some people go farther in school than others and why some people learn more than others. We all think we know what role education plays in shaping who gets good jobs, who has a good life, and who has more knowledge. This course is designed to challenge and expand what we think we know about all of these things. Students (and instructor) will critically engage scientific research in sociology, education, economics, public policy, and elsewhere. The goal will be to educate everyone about the current state of knowledge about how "education" works: what shapes educational achievement; where sex and racial/ethnic and socioeconomic inequalities in educational achievements come from; what role education plays in economic development; how and why educational accomplishments result in better social and economic outcomes; and how educational institutions might be improved. prereq: Soc majors/minors must register A-F.

"I can't breathe." The last words of George Floyd. Words that traumatized a nation, and the world. While the death of George Floyd galvanized peoples worldwide to speak out against discrimination and inequality, well before his death studies suggested that ethnic and racial discrimination and conflict re-occur on an ongoing basis. From the events of the Holocaust - to the genocide against the Rohingya in Myanmar - to the torture of Uighurs in China - to the Atlantic slave trade - we explore how identities are formed - and thereafter - how those same identities are deployed - to exclude and marginalize - with targeted precision. Across the world, we examine how racial bias and racial animus contribute to slavery, torture, mass displacement, economic destitution, and genocide. prereq: 1001 recommended; soc majors/minors must register A-F

Interdisciplinary field that considers questions such as how human conflicts can be resolved in ways that promote justice/peace. Definitions, conditions, and causes of violence, nonviolence, war, and peace between nations, groups, or individuals.

Meanings of social justice. Ways in which social justice advocates work for social change. Criminal justice, globalization, and social welfare. Students do service learning in a social justice organization.

Concepts, theories, and practices of social change organizing. U.S. power relations. How people organize. Cross-class, multi-racial, and multi-issue organizing. Students do service learning in social justice organization.

Skills/knowledge required to consult/collaborate with school personnel, families, other professionals to maintain effective educational support.

Participants will learn basic standardized assessment and how it directly relates to special education. In addition, students will use the assessment as part of an ongoing process for making instructional programming decisions. Students will apply skills in designing and evaluating assessment plans and in making eligibility decisions.

Focuses on principles of behavior analysis and procedures used in the assessment and management of classroom behavior. Although the application of behavioral principles in educational settings is the central purpose of this course, complementary issues related to general classroom management will also be addressed. Consistent with the mission of the College of Education and Human Development, this course aims to strengthen effective educational practice, promote inquiry, and build leadership skills for regular and special educators and professionals in allied fields. Community Engaged Learning (CEL): This course integrates community engaged learning in an educational setting, which may include day-care centers, pre-kindergarten programs, K-12 schools, and post-secondary transition programs. Students are required to engage in a community placement for a minimum of 2 hours per week (20 hours total). Licensure students should use their pre-student teaching field experience placements as their CEL site and must complete the minimum number of hours required of their field experience course. Note: Teacher licensure candidates should register for the appropriate pre-student teaching field experience in accordance with their program plans. Non-licensure students have two options for securing a CEL placement: (1) register for 1 credit of EPSY 3701/5701 Practicum: Field Experience in General Education ? Inclusive Classrooms or (2) secure a placement through the UMN Center for Community Engaged Learning (information provided in class). prereq: For online sections, students must be an ASD certificate candidate or a Special Education Major or Special Education M.Ed./M.A.

The first dynamic course of a four-course sequence is designed to prepare the students for the visual modality of American Sign Language. This course introduces basic grammatical structure and basic vocabulary to develop communicative proficiency and cultural knowledge. The course utilizes a practical approach to learning vocabulary, grammar, fingerspelling, and cultural aspects through conversational activities. Students will study units 1, 2, 3, and 4 in the Signing Naturally textbook. Community involvement in the ASL/Deaf community is required outside of class for Fall/Spring (not required for May/Summer Term).

The second dynamic course of a four-course sequence further acclimates the students to the visual modality of American Sign Language and draws upon previously acquired knowledge in ASL 1701. The course utilizes a practical approach to learning vocabulary, grammar, fingerspelling, and cultural aspects through conversational activities. In ASL 1702, students? production and comprehension skills continue to develop qualitatively and quantitatively as they are exposed to a greater variety of interaction activities. Students will study units 5, 7, and 8 in the Signing Naturally Level 1 textbook. Community involvement in the ASL/Deaf community is required outside of class for Fall/Spring (not required for May/Summer Term). prereq: 1701 with grade of at least [S or C-] or dept consent

The third dynamic course of a four-course sequence draws upon previously acquired knowledge in ASL 1702. The course includes comprehension and production activities, vocabulary, grammatical structure, fingerspelling, and cultural aspects to further develop communicative proficiency and cultural knowledge. In ASL 3703, students are provided with various conversational opportunities to expand their production and comprehension skills in ASL. Students will study units 9, 10, and 11 in the Signing Naturally textbook. Community involvement in the ASL/Deaf community is required outside of class for Fall/Spring (not required for May/Summer Term). prereq: 1702 with grade of at least [S or C-] or dept consent

The final dynamic course of a four-course sequence draws upon previously acquired knowledge in ASL 3703. The course includes comprehension and production activities, vocabulary, grammatical structure, fingerspelling, and cultural aspects to further develop communicative proficiency and cultural knowledge. In ASL 3704, students are provided with various conversational opportunities to expand their production and comprehension skills in ASL. Students will study units 15, 17-18, and 22-23 in the Signing Naturally textbook. Community involvement in the ASL/Deaf community is required outside of class for Fall/Spring (not required for May/Summer Term). prereq: 3703 with grade of at least [S or C-] or dept consent

Philosophical foundations of deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) education. Engage in discussion, debates, and processes that have influenced deaf education, communication methodologies, and placement options in the US. Considered from the perspective of deaf and hard of hearing children, adults, and their families.

How the brain produces/understands speech/language, including various aspects of the nervous system involved in producing/understanding speech/language. Differences in brain structure/function among individuals with and without brain injury, based on scientific versus historical, mass media and literature portrayals.

Survey of typical language development, major theoretical perspectives about development, and analyses of children's language.

The goal of this course is to provide students with a background of the core physical, linguistic, and perceptual concepts related to speech. This course talks about the acoustics of speech as well as the main principles that are used to describe articulation and phonetics. We will examine the aerodynamic and acoustic principles that underlie sound production. The course also covers basics of auditory perception and how computers can be used to analyze and manipulate speech. Through an emphasis on physical analysis grounded in scientific principles, this course satisfies the university's physical sciences with laboratory liberal education requirement.

The goal of this course is to provide students with a background of the core physical, linguistic, and perceptual concepts related to speech. This course talks about the acoustics of speech as well as the main principles that are used to describe articulation and phonetics. We will examine the aerodynamic and acoustic principles that underlie sound production. The course also covers basics of auditory perception and how computers can be used to analyze and manipulate speech. Through an emphasis on physical analysis grounded in scientific principles, this course satisfies the university's physical sciences with laboratory liberal education requirement.

In this course students will be provided an introduction to the diverse field of speech-language pathology and audiology. Case studies, documentaries, and patient testimonials will be used to orient students to the clinical significance of impairments that contribute to deficits in cognition, communication, and deglutition. Students will gain an understanding of associated assessments and interventions to mitigate these deficits from experts practicing in the field. Lastly, students will be introduced to career paths in speech language pathology and audiology, as well as their associated practice setting and remuneration specifications.

In this course, students will be provided an introduction to the diverse field of speech-language pathology and audiology. Case studies, documentaries, and patient testimonials will be used to orient students to the clinical significance of impairments that contribute to deficits in cognition, communication, and deglutition. Students will gain an understanding of associated assessments and interventions to mitigate these deficits from experts practicing in the field. Lastly, students will be introduced to career paths in speech language pathology and audiology, as well as their associated practice setting and remuneration specifications.

This course is for any undergraduate student interested in learning about and applying the theory and practice as it relates to resilience and wellbeing. This course integrates key cross-cutting, scientific findings from a range of psychological disciplines, including positive psychology, clinical psychology, developmental psychology, neuropsychology, and social psychology. Stated simply, resilience refers to the human capacity and ability to both survive and thrive in the face of life circumstances. Students will develop a deep understanding of the theoretical concepts of stress, resilience, and wellbeing, as well as specific resilience practices scientific research has shown enable people to better manage and bounce back from stressful situations and enhance their social, emotional, and behavioral functioning in career and personal aspects of life.

This course provides basic background information on concepts, attitudes, ethics, and lifestyle management related to dying, death, grief, and bereavement. The emphasis is on preparing teachers, community health professionals, and other helping professionals for educational activities in this area. Prerequisite: sophomore

Environmental determinants of health and or well-being of populations. Role of environment in public health. Population burden of disease. Variation of environmental public health determinants across globe. Interconnectedness of activities and actions of people in different countries. prereq: public health minor, instr consent

The course will cover a range of topics including: definitions and characteristics of various forms of violence, prevalence and risk factors, health effects, and prevention initiatives. Sources and limitations of existing epidemiologic data, analytic challenges, research quality and ethics will be examined throughout the course. prereq: None

Public health strategies for prevention of pediatric obesity. Includes overview of epidemiology of child/adolescent obesity focusing on social-ecological risk factors. Discussion of implications of risk factors for developing environmentally-focused interventions/programs. prereq: Students should have completed one basic, introductory nutrition course or equivalent or permission by instructor

Overview of federal, state, local policy approaches. National initiatives for prevention of child/adolescent obesity. Specific policies will be discussed at local, state, federal levels. Extensive discussion on evidence of impact of policies on child/adolescent weight.

Reading processes, development of readers. Assessment and tutoring of individual children in reading and other literacy practices. prereq: CI 3610 and concurrent registration with CI 5414

Field-based experiences. Students apply learning from their University course to working with developing readers. Instructor provides specific assignments.

Classic/contemporary books for children in all genres, created by authors/illustrators. Research in transactional theory. Cultural authenticity. Reading, discussion, group activities, interactive lectures, projects.

Math content knowledge of K-6 in an environment modeling pedagogy for future implementation. Integrated content/methods. Problem solving, connections, communication, reasoning, representation. Functions, proportionality, number, numeration. prereq: [College algebra, elementary FOE or Early Childhood student, jr status or above] or instr consent

Math content knowledge of K-6 in an environment modeling pedagogy for future implementation. Integrated content/methods. Problem-solving, connections, communication, reasoning, representation. Geometry, measurement, probability, statistics. prereq: MthE 3101, college algebra OR concurrent enrollment in MthE 3101

Principles of learning mathematics in elementary grades. Objectives, content, philosophy, instructional materials, methods of instruction/evaluation. prereq: Early Childhood or Elementary Education ILP

Manifestations of culture/power in education. How culture is mediating factor in educational achievement of students of color. Relationship between home/community, school cultures. Theories/research that show importance of integrating students' interests, knowledge, experience for increasing student engagement/achievement.

Social, psychological, economic, political aspects of social class/poverty. Implications for education as social institution/classroom pedagogy. Social class in U.S., working-class literature for adults/children, labor histories, economic systems.

Laboratory-based introductory class where students learn by experimenting and model building and testing. Topics include electric circuits, light and color, and observational astronomy. Emphases include the nature of science and science learning, effective strategies for team-based learning, and logical reasoning skills.

Emphasis on the counseling relationship and principles of interviewing. Case studies, role playing, and demonstration. For individuals whose professional work includes counseling and interviewing. prereq: Upper div student

This course investigates current and potential future impacts of social media using connected learning (Ito) and participatory culture (Jenkins) as a theoretical lens to understand the ways in which it can be used for education. Connected learning focuses on learning "pathways" that move across formal and informal settings to transform the very nature of learning - what it means, how it occurs, and where it takes place. In addition to gaining a philosophical understanding of participatory practices in spaces of connected learning, students will develop conceptual and practical expertise in using social media applications and social networking platforms for learning, creative expression, forming connections, and interacting as global citizens. The overarching aim of this course is to help students become critical consumers and ethical producers of new media in various forms for learning purposes. A balanced analysis and critique of both the affordances and the challenges associated with social media use as a tool for learning will be an essential component of the course and will frame each social media application and network that is explored and authentically integrated into the course. An examination of social media practices and influences will include their use in both formal education as well as informal learning contexts.

Values and ethical issues related to technology use in education, workplace, and family/community life.

Critique of values and ethical issues related to technology use in education, the workplace, and family and community life.

Immersive exploration/critique of advantages/risks associated with society's pervasive use of the Internet. Dangers and strategies to combat them. The Internet's potential for teaching/learning.

Immersive exploration/critique of advantages/risks associated with society's pervasive use of the Internet. Dangers and strategies to combat them. The Internet's potential for teaching/learning.

How educationally relevant skills/concepts develop in both typical/atypical children. prereq: 3301 or equiv

Social and developmental psychology provides the underpinnings for a range of methods for conducting research in real-world settings. They also lay conceptual foundations for understanding a range of social and developmental processes. The course will cover a full range of topics within social and developmental psychology, plus selected topics in personality psychology, and examine their implications for understanding and structuring educational and other professional settings. Discussions will include a strong focus on educator and practitioner applications of research. The course is a survey course of issues related to both social psychology and human development and, their application to applied settings. It is designed for graduate students from all fields with interests in social processes. Typically, each class period of the course will include a combination of lecture, class discussion, small group cooperative learning work, and videos.