The purpose of this course is to provide the student with an introduction to classroom assessment that includes a consideration of technical issues, as well as policy issues related to test use and misuse in American education. The ultimate goal of this course is to provide the student with a balance of both theory and its practical applications in the area of assessment. This class is not designed strictly for teachers; however, students who are education minors or who plan to become teachers will find this class useful.

This course offers a foundational introduction to theory, research, and practice of curriculum development. We will examine competing theories of curriculum; current and historical curricular debates; recognized best practices in curriculum design; and the relationships among curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, and social justice.

Disability Services offers volunteer note-takers the option of either 45 hours of community service or one P/F credit towards graduation for their assistance in providing access to class notes to our students with disabilities.

Internship course for students in Community Education and Social Change major.

Not available at this time

Exploring issues of difference is needed to foster understanding across social divides in a diverse society. Through intergroup dialogue, participants actively learn from each others' perspectives and identify ways to engage in inclusive actions. This class addresses the dynamics of racism in specific institutional and social contexts.

This course helps prospective early childhood teachers explore what it means to teach, and examines their assumptions about the teaching-learning process, and helps them formulate their own beliefs about educational practice based on how young children think and learn.

The purpose of the course is to provide students general background information and understanding with working with diverse communities. Students will learn research and practice in this area of work as they learn how to be a change agent for the community. They will read about various leadership and administrative styles to lead in a diverse community.