EDST 180
Psychology of Learning
An investigation of how people learn. This course examines learning theories (
e.g., behavioral, humanistic, cognitive, constructivist) and their implications for the educational process in schools. Other topics include learning and the brain, the nature of expertise, the design of learning environments, and approaches to instruction that promote meaningful learning. Practicum of 20 hours required.
Units: 6.
Also listed as Psychology 180
EDST 191
Directed Study in Education Studies
Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
EDUC 191
Directed Study in Education
Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
EDST 195
Internship in Education Studies
Internship in a school or district office, museum or arts organization, other non-profit or community organization, social services agency, governmental body, policy or advocacy group, or other education-related setting with prior approval. (Does not count toward teacher certification.)
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter registration required.
EDST 240
History of Education in the U.S.
This course provides students with an overview of the development of educational institutions and practices within the U.S. over the last 230 years. The course will address key debates and turning points in American education, including contemporary issues such as school choice, accountability and assessment, and multicultural education. Practicum of 20 hours required.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
EDST 260
Philosophical Foundations of Education
This course provides students with an introduction to seminal texts, central questions, and rival traditions in the philosophy of education. Course readings take students on a journey from ancient Greece, through the Renaissance and Enlightenment, and into our (post)modern era—all of which have influenced the nature (
i.e., aims, content, and process) of education as it is experienced today. Throughout the term, students are encouraged to consider how the course works assist them in developing a personal philosophy of education.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
EDUC 295
ArtsBridge Seminar
A seminar on curriculum design applied through interaction with arts education in a K-12 classroom. Students will research curricular areas and content standards, design interdisciplinary lessons linking the arts to the core curriculum, and introduce their project to an assigned K-12 class. Practicum of 25 hours required.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
EDST 300
International and Compartive Education
This course invites students to develop a global perspective as they deepen their understanding of the field of education. It engages in a comparative study of the theories, policies, and practices embraced by schools in other regions of the world, and it asks students to critically analyze the ways in which culture, politics, economics, and non-governmental organizations influence educational development and reforms.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor
EDST 309
Hollywood Goes to High School
Year after year, Hollywood turns out movies that are set in schools and present images of teachers and teens. Many of these films address typical coming-of-age issues, societal fear of teen crime and delinquency and, of course, the search for romance. A subset of these films provide powerful and culturally enduring images of teachers and teaching. High school movies also provide ingisht into the fantasies, anxieties, dreams, and assumptions prevalent in American culture. This course will examine the world and worldview found in Hollywood high school movies and the extent to which the stories they tell make us who we are.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
Also listed as Film Studies 309
EDST 330
School and Society
This course focuses on the relationship between schools and the socio-political environments in which they exist. Students will consider the extent to which schools should be developed to meet the needs and expectations of the societies in which they are housed, as well as the role schools may play in fostering social change. We will study texts by classical political theorists such as Plato, Rousseau, and Kant, as well as works from 20th century scholars such as Dewey, Althusser, and Freire. Practicum of 20 hours required.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
EDST 340
Sociology of Education
An examination of the social foundations of education in the United States with particular attention paid to the cultural, political, and economic functions of education in modern society. Other topics include the reproductive function of schooling in a society divided along lines of race/ethnicity and class, schools as sites of cultural production, and the historical tension in the U.S. between “equality” and “excellence” in education. Practicum of 20 hours required.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
Also listed as Ethnic Studies 340
EDST 345
Distributed Cognition
Distributed cognition explores the role of the environment, artifacts, social interaction, and culture in human reasoning, problem-solving, and learning. Domains of study range from the sophisticated (ship navigation) to the everyday (time-telling). Emphasis is placed on studies of cognition in real-world settings.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
Also listed as Anthropology 345, Psychology 345
EDST 350
Ethnicity, Cultural Diversity, and Education
A study of the experience of children and adolescents from different ethnic, cultural, and economic groups. Emphasis on understanding the social consequences of these differences and how such differences affect educational achievement and attainment. The sources and educational effects of individual, institutional, and systemic racism, sexism, and other forms of prejudice and discrimination will also be examined. Practicum of 20 hours required.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
Also listed as Ethnic Studies 352
EDST 390
Tutorial in Education Studies
Tutorial studies in the fields of educational policy, environmental education, history of education, comparative education and on various topics related to the social foundations of education.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
EDUC 390
Tutorial Studies in Education
Tutorial studies in the fields of educational psychology, learning theory, cognitive science, alternative education and on various topics related to teaching and learning.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
EDST 391
Directed Study in Education Studies
Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
EDUC 391
Directed Study in Education
Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
EDST 395
Internship in Education Studies
Internship in a school or district office, museum or arts organization, other non-profit or community organization, social services agency, governmental body, policy or advocacy group, or other education-related setting with prior approval. (Does not count toward teacher certification.)
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter registration required.
EDST 399
Independent Study in Education Studies
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
EDUC 399
Independent Study in Education
Advanced study arranged in consultation with the department. Students considering a senior honors project should register for this course.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
EDST 400
The Environment, Community, and Education
The course will examine the relationship between community-mindedness and the development of ecological literacy. Cultural assumptions about the natural world and our place in it that are implicit within the K-12 and college curriculum, and the manner in which modern forms of education shape our understanding of what it means to “live well in a place we know well” will be explored. Examples of how schools can contribute to environmental and social sustainability (and justice) via community- and place-based education will be presented.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or consent of instructor
Also listed as Environmental Studies 460
EDUC 430
Educating All Learners
This course focuses on two related topics: promoting effective reading and writing in school content areas and adapting instruction to learners with special needs. As part of the latter focus, students will explore various exceptionalities, legal requirements, school arrangements, and teacher practices. Practicum of 20 hours required.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: EDST 180 and junior standing
EDUC 431
Educating All Learners - Music
This course focuses on adapting instruction to learners with special needs. Students will explore various exceptionalities, legal requirements, school arrangements, and teacher practices. Practicum of 10 hours required. For music education students.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: EDST 180, junior standing, and declared major in music education
EDST 450
Topics in Education Studies
This seminar explores issues in contemporary education. Topics vary by term and focus on controversies or innovations in educational systems, practices, and policy or in the relations between school and society. May be repeated when topic is different.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and one course in education studies or instructor approval
EDST 545
Gesture Studies
Gesture studies is an interdisciplinary field that examines the use of the hands and other parts of the body in communication and cognition. In this seminar we discuss studies of gesture types, universals, and variations; gesture development; gesture production and perception; relations of gesture to thought and language (spoken and signed); and functions of gesture in human interaction, problem-solving, and learning.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: One course in linguistics or psychology, or consent of the instructor
Also listed as Linguistics 545, Psychology 545
EDUC 560
Methods in Middle and Secondary Teaching
A seminar on methods and organization of teaching particular subjects in the middle and secondary school, including English, social studies, mathematics, science, and theatre. Practicum of 20 hours required.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Junior standing and admission to certification program
EDUC 563
Elementary and Secondary Foreign Language Methods
A seminar on teaching foreign languages in the elementary, middle, and secondary school. Emphasis on curriculum planning, methods of instruction, and assessment of learning. Issues related to classroom management and organization will be addressed. Practicum of 20 hours required.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Junior standing and admission to certification program
EDUC 565
Methods, Materials, and Assessment in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
A seminar in teaching English to speakers of other languages in elementary, middle, and secondary school as well as in foreign language classrooms abroad. The course focuses on curriculum planning, methods of instruction, and assessment of learning for English language learners in diverse learning environments. Practicum of 20 hours required.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Junior standing and consent of instructor
EDUC 585
Art in the Elementary and Secondary Schools
Art class observations, studio practice in both two- and three-dimensional disciplines, studio demonstrations/lectures, and selected readings and discussions relative to the visual expression of the elementary, junior, and senior high school student.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Four studio art courses, EDUC 180 and 340, and two art history courses.
Also listed as Studio Art 585
EDST 590
Tutorial in Education Studies
Tutorial studies in the fields of educational policy, environmental education, history of education, comparative education and on various topics related to the social foundations of education.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
EDUC 590
Tutorial Studies in Education
Tutorial studies in the fields of educational psychology, learning theory, cognitive science, alternative education and on various topics related to teaching and learning.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
EDST 591
Directed Study in Education Studies
Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
EDUC 591
Directed Study in Education
Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
EDST 595
Internship in Education Studies
Internship in a school or district office, museum or arts organization, other non-profit or community organization, social services agency, governmental body, policy or advocacy group, or other education-related setting with prior approval. (Does not count toward teacher certification.)
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter registration required.
EDST 599
Independent Study in Education Studies
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
EDUC 599
Independent Study in Education
Advanced study arranged in consultation with the department. Students considering a senior honors project should register for this course.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
EDUC 650
Student Teaching (Middle and Secondary Schools)
Student teaching is normally taken during Term I, coinciding with the public school fall semester. A weekly seminar at Lawrence is required as part of this course. See department chair for prerequisites and for exceptions to the Term I requirement.
Units: 18.
Prerequisite: Senior standing and admission to certification program; contact department chair about prerequisites and corequisites
EDUC 655
International Student Teaching
This is an overseas student teaching option. After nine weeks of student teaching in the Fox Valley, students will be placed in one of 16 countries to complete the student teaching practicum. International student teaching is available during 13th Term only. Students must have been admitted to the student teaching program (college or conservatory) and have met all requirements for domestic student teaching. Students should contact the department chair for additional admission and fee requirements.
Units: 18.
Prerequisite: Senior or graduate status, admission to the student teaching program and to the international student teaching program, passing score on Praxis II or ACTFL, proficiency tests and, beginning in 2015, a passing score on the TPA during the first 9 weeks of domestic student teaching.
EDUC 660
Advanced Methods in Teaching
The seminar will engage students in critical reflection upon their student teaching experience. Concrete and theoretical problems having to do with teaching and learning will be explored (
e.g., classroom management, assessment of pupil performance, curriculum design, instructional methods), as will issues having to do with educational policy and school organization.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EDUC 650 or consent of instructor
EDST 690
Tutorial in Education Studies
Tutorial studies in the fields of educational policy, environmental education, history of education, comparative education and on various topics related to the social foundations of education.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
EDUC 690
Tutorial Studies in Education
Tutorial studies in the fields of educational psychology, learning theory, cognitive science, alternative education and on various topics related to teaching and learning.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
EDST 691
Directed Study in Education Studies
Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
EDUC 691
Directed Study in Education
Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
EDST 695
Internship in Education Studies
Internship in a school or district office, museum or arts organization, other non-profit or community organization, social services agency, governmental body, policy or advocacy group, or other education-related setting with prior approval. (Does not count toward teacher certification.)
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter registration required.
EDST 699
Independent Study in Education Studies
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
EDUC 699
Independent Study in Education
Advanced study arranged in consultation with the department. Students considering a senior honors project should register for this course.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
