Subject Course Number Long Course Title Description
EDUC 190 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.
EDUC 199 Independent Study in Education Advanced study arranged in consultation with the department. Students considering a senior honors project should register for this course.
EDUC 210 Applied Psychology: Peer Education Applied work in community psychology, carried out in conjunction with Counseling Services, in preparation toward becoming a Peer Educator. Focus is on learning strategies for assessing and developing community, group process, and communication. Students investigate topics such as interpersonal decision-making, sexual assault, and substance abuse. Through assigned readings, class discussions, presentations, and guest speakers, students will develop interpersonal facilitation skills, learn aspects of community and campus culture, and collaborate in the planning of educational programs.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
EDUC 660 Student Teaching Seminar 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.
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.
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.