2018-19 Undergraduate Catalog

May 26, 2024

2018-19 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Childhood/Early Childhood Education Department

Kimberly Rombach, chair
Education Building, Room 1241
607-753-2706
Fax: 607-753-5967
Email: lori.crandall@cortland.edu
cortland.edu/cece

School of Education

Faculty

Muteb Alqahtani, Krystal Barber, Cynthia Benton, Jacob Hall, Elizabeth Klein, Lin Lin, Kathleen McCormick, Joy Mosher, Renee Potter, Patricia Roiger, Kimberly Rombach, Judith Schillo, Susan Stratton, Shufang Strause, Orvil White, Chris Widdall, Valerie Widdall, Kim Wieczorek

Adjunct Faculty

For a listing of adjunct faculty see the Faculty and Administration section.

Degrees

Bachelor of Science in Inclusive Early Childhood Education (Early Childhood generalist, Birth-2^nd grade, Early Childhood Teaching Students with Disabilities, Birth-2^nd grade)
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood and Childhood Education (Early Childhood generalist, Birth-2nd grade, Childhood generalist, 1^st-6^th grade)

Concentrations

English Language Arts and Writing (ELW)
Environmental Studies (EST)
Humanities (HUM)
Mathematics (MAT)
Social Sciences (SOS)

Second Major in an Arts and Sciences Discipline

Art History, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, English, French, Geography, Geology, History, Mathematics, Musical Theatre, Physics, Political Science and Spanish

Description

A major in Early Childhood and Childhood Education offers a foundation for building an enriching life as an educator and can also be applied toward careers in the education field and in areas as diverse as law, industrial training or social work.

Professional education courses are offered by the Childhood/Early Childhood Education Department. Courses in the student's concentration or second major are offered by the appropriate departments in the School of Arts and Sciences.

Special Features

Student Teaching Centers in urban, rural and suburban settings
Study abroad
Student teaching at the University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia
Rural and urban partnership programs
National Honor Societies in Education: Phi Delta Kappa and Kappa Delta Pi
Cortland's Urban Recruitment of Educators (C.U.R.E.) Scholarship
Outdoor Education Center at Raquette Lake
College and community projects

Requirements

Degree requirements listed in this catalog apply to all education majors.
Liberal Arts Requirements: 66 credit hours

Enrollment in the Majors

Enrollment in the Childhood/Early Childhood Education Department majors is limited, and admission to any of the programs is competitive. Admission to the College does not guarantee admission to an education major or program. Courses in the esarly childhood and childhood program and in the inclusive early childhood program are only open to matriculated majors.

Students who begin as freshmen at Cortland may apply after completing at least 30 credit hours and earning a minimum 2.8 grade point average at Cortland. Transfer students enrolled in other majors at SUNY Cortland may apply after completing a minimum of one full-time semester and earning a minimum 2.8 grade point average at Cortland.

All students applying to the major will be subject to judicial screening and must demonstrate appropriate professional dispositions. Application is made during the College-wide change of major period. Unsuccessful applicants may reapply until they have earned 56.5 credit hours. Candidates who have completed 56.5 credit hours and have not been accepted into the certification program must declare an alternate major.

Progressing through the Majors

In order to continue to move through the majors, students must maintain a minimum 2.8 grade point average. Failure to maintain the minimum 2.8 grade point average after entering any of the Childhood/Early Childhood department programs will result in being placed in a probationary status within the major. A student who falls below the 2.8 minimum grade point average for a second consecutive semester will be subject to dismissal from the program. Applications to re-enter the major will be reviewed along with all other potential internal change of major applicants at the conclusion of each semester.

Students must achieve a grade of C or higher in all pedagogical course work to be eligible for student teaching. Students who receive a grade lower than C in any pedagogical course work will be placed on probationary status within the major. If students are unable to earn a C or better in the retaking of the given pedagogical course, they will be subject to dismissal from the program. Students will only be allowed to retake a pedagogy course, including student teaching, once.

Concentration in the Liberal Arts

The concentration provides depth of study in a field that will support at least one of the New York State Learning Standards (State Education Department). Approved concentrations include: English language arts and writing (ELW) environmental studies (EST), humanities (HUM), mathematics (MAT) and social sciences (SOS). Concentrations are 30-31 credit hours with a minimum of 18 credit hours at the 300 level or above. Students must complete half of the concentration in residency at Cortland and must earn a minimum of a 2.0 grade point average in the concentration to earn a Cortland bachelor's degree.

Second Major in an Arts and Sciences Discipline

An alternative to the 30-hour concentration is a second major in an arts and sciences discipline. All requirements for the childhood or early childhood majors (General Education and professional preparation courses) must be met in addition to the 36-60+ credit hours in the arts and sciences major. The following majors are acceptable as appropriate subject areas related to the elementary curriculum: art history, biology, chemistry, economics, English, French, geography, geology, history, mathematics, musical theatre, physics, political science and Spanish.

Eligibility for Student Teaching

To be eligible for student teaching, students must have an overall Cortland grade point average of 2.8. at the time of application for student teaching, which occurs one semester prior to student teaching. Additionally, students must be in good academic standing, have no incompletes, complete all prerequisite education courses, complete the Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting (CARR), Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) and Safe Schools Against Violence in Education (SAVE) workshops and have no grade lower than a C in required pedagogy courses. Students must be eligible at the time of application. If ineligible for student teaching, candidates must reapply when eligibility is achieved. Once students have been deemed ineligible for student teaching, they will have only one semester within which to meet eligibility requirements. If a student is not eligible within one year of the original date of application to student teaching, he or she will be subject to dismissal from the program. Applications for student teaching are accepted only during the fall and spring semesters at the established deadline, which generally is the end of the fourth week of each semester.

Programs

Major

Courses

ECE 270 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education

This course is an orientation to the issues, challenges and opportunities of early childhood education. It provides an overview of the history and philosophy of early care and education to the current system of early care and education in the United States. Criteria for developing, operating and evaluating early childhood programs will be introduced. Students will be introduced to the early childhood education program's conceptual framework, program plan, technological and other resources, and will observe early childhood programs and classrooms. Fulfulls: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

ECE 315 - Critical Media Literacy: Values, Education and Society

Critical media approach to the historical, theoretical and ethical implications of technology's impact on society, particularly related to education. Topics include "cyberanalysis" for media and technological literacy, ethics, values and technological applications to develop a critical lens for being consumers and producers of media. Assumes competency at the CAP 100 level. Prerequisite: ECE 270. Fulfills: GE 12, LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

ECE 331 - Curriculum Development I

This course focuses on curriculum development for children from birth to grade 3 with an emphasis on the preschool age child. The planning of developmentally appropriate learning experiences, the design of learning environments and the use of play and exploration for the purpose of expanding the young child's social, emotional, cognitive, linguistic, physical, and aesthetic growth and development will be explored.

Students will develop methods and materials that address the content areas associated with the domains of early childhood growth and development, and develop awareness of cultural values of different families. Taken concurrently with ECE 332 (field component). Prerequisite: ECE 270. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year

ECE 332 - Pre-School Practicum

This course provides students with hands-on field experience in an early childhood preschool setting. Each student will work with an experienced early childhood professional as their cooperating teacher for a minimum of 75 hours during the semester. This course is taken concurrently with ECE 331. Grading: S, U grades are assigned. (1 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year

ECE 333 - Children, Families, and Their Community

This course explores the nature of families and communities as dynamic systems. The course focuses on current theories of family interactions, family patterns and communication and problem solving between early childhood programs and families. It is an ecological approach to understanding children, families and their communities for the purpose of supporting the developing child and their family. Community resources for families and models of support programs will be considered. Prerequisite: ECE 270 and ECE 332. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year

ECE 334 - Infant and Toddler Curriculum

Introduction to the education and care of children under three years old. Examines the principles and theory behind the planning of developmentally appropriate, safe, and healthy environments for infants and toddlers with an emphasis on play-based curriculum, the impact of culture, relationships with families and early intervention. Observations of infants and toddlers in multiple settings. Prerequisite: PSY 101. (2 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

ECE 479 - Integrated Curriculum Planning, Technology and Practicum

Advanced curriculum integration, planning and assessment, including technology infusion, analysis of teaching practices and differentiated instruction, to meet learning standards in all elementary content areas. Development and presentation of teaching portfolio and a 50-hour practicum in a pre K-6 classroom appropriate to the certification area with an experienced classroom teacher are required. Prerequisites: ECE 315 (minimum grade of C) and ECE 332 (minimum grade of C); and ECE 431(minimum grade of C), which may be taken concurrently; and a 2.8 overall GPA. Fulfills: PRES. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

ECE 490 - Student Teaching I

Student teaching with a special education cooperating teacher for one placement and a general education cooperating teacher for the other. One placement in a pre-kindergarten/kindergarten classroom and the other in a grade 1-2 classroom. Prerequisites: Consent of department to verify required grade point average; all methodology courses leading up to student teaching with no grade lower than a C; no outstanding incomplete grades; and successful completion of CARR, SAVE and DASA workshops. EDU 270, EDU 315, EDU 330, EDU 331, EDU 333 or FSA 340, EDU 334, EDU 340, EDU 431, EDU 435, EDU 481, EDU 482, FSA 340, FSA 479, LIT 371, SPE 270. Corequisites: ECE 491 and 492. Grading: S, U grades. Fulfills: PRES. (6 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

ECE 491 - Student Teaching II

Second half of student teaching. Placement is with a special education cooperating teacher for one placement and a general education cooperating teacher for the other. One placement in a pre-kindergarten/kindergarten classroom and the other in a grade 1-2 classroom. Prerequisites: Consent of department to verify required grade point average; all methodology courses leading up to student teaching with no grade lower than a C; no outstanding incomplete grades; and successful completion of CARR, SAVE and DASA workshops. EDU 270, EDU 334, EDU 331, EDU 333 or FSA 340, EDU 315, EDU 340, EDU 373, EDU 374, EDU 375, EDU 481, LIT 371, LIT 372, SPE 270. Corequisites: ECE 490 and ECE 492. Grading: S, U grades. Fulfills: PRES. (6 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

ECE 492 - Seminar in Student Teaching

Semester-long seminar for discussion and analysis of issues related to pre-service classroom teaching. Withdrawal from Student Teaching, ECE 490 or ECE 491 requires withdrawal from ECE 492. Prerequisites: Consent of department based on eligibility to verify required grade point average; all methodology courses leading up to student teaching with no grade lower than a C; no outstanding incomplete grades; and successful completion of CARR, SAVE and DASA workshops; EDU 270, EDU 315, EDU 330, EDU 331, EDU 333 or FSA 340, EDU 334, EDU 340, EDU 431, EDU 435, EDU 481, EDU 482, FSA 479, LIT 371, SPE 270. Corequisites: ECE 490 and 491. Grading: S, U grades. (1 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 129 - Special Topics in Education

Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes. Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit. (1-4 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally

EDU 229 - Special Topics in Education

EDU 270 - Introduction to Early Childhood and Childhood Education

An overview and orientation to issues of early childhood and childhood education (birth through grade 6). Includes history, philosophy, developmental theory, professional principles and standards, and criteria for developing, operating, and evaluating early care and education programs and current educational policy resources. Opportunities for observations of programs and classrooms are provided. Prerequisite: PSY 101. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 303 - Arts in the Curriculum

A cross-disciplinary approach to understanding music, art, dance and drama as developmental exercises for early learners from infancy to middle school age, with emphasis on the curricular contribution of the arts to learning across all disciplines. Prerequisite: PSY 231. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year

EDU 315 - Critical Media Literacy: Values, Education and Society

Critical media approach to the historical, theoretical and ethical implications of technology's impact on society, particularly related to education. Topics include "cyberanalysis" for media and technological literacy, ethics, values, and technological applications to develop a critical lens for being consumers and producers of media. Assumes competency at the CAP 100 level. Fulfills: GE 12, LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 329 - Special Topics in Education

EDU 330 - Assessment of Young Learners with Diverse Needs

Acquaints candidates with the observation and assessment techniques necessary to understand the growth and development of young children, including children with and without disabilities, in order to meet the individual needs of children while building on their strengths. Examines formal and informal assessments of social-emotional, physical/sensorimotor, intellectual, communication, creative, health and adaptive behavior. Addresses critical issues in early childhood developmental assessment and the assessment of young children with disabilities. Prerequisites: EDU 270 and PSY 231. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year

EDU 331 - Integrated Curriculum Development for Young Children

Curriculum development and planning focused on children in preschool through kindergarten, including planning and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences based on informal and formal methods of observation and assessment, design of learning environments, and use of play and exploration to expand children's social, emotional, cognitive, linguistic, physical and aesthetic growth and development. Field placement with 3-5 year olds required. Prerequisites: EDU 270 and PSY 231; corequisite: EDU 333. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 333 - Children, Families and Their Community

Using an ecological approach to explore families and communities as dynamic systems, the course focuses on theories of family patterns and interactions as they affect problem-solving and communication among educational and childcare programs and families. Community resources and model support programs for children and their families are studied. Prerequisite: EDU 270; corequisite: EDU 331. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 334 - Infants and Toddlers: Curriculum, Observation and Analysis

Introduction to education and care of children under three years old, including observation and analysis in multiple settings and a required field placement. Examines principles and theory for planning developmentally appropriate, safe and healthy environments for infants and toddlers, with emphasis on play-based curriculum, the impact of culture, relationships with families and early intervention. Prerequisite: PSY 101. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 340 - Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Learners

Evidence-based strategies for responsive and culturally relevant teaching, with special emphasis on English language learners in elementary classrooms. Includes observation and application of techniques to build a multicultural, inclusive classroom community for all learners. Includes field placement. Prerequisites: EDU 331, and 333 or FSA 340. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 373 - Teaching Elementary School Mathematics

Content and methods for teaching mathematics in the elementary school program focusing on problem solving, mathematical reasoning and communication in mathematics. Special attention will be given to integrating mathematics with other areas of the curriculum helping students see the connection among mathematics and other areas of study. Notes: Note: ICE majors are required to register for a field experience lab section (EDU 373-L01 for 0 credit hours), which will require 75 hours of observation in a grade 1-6 elementary classroom.(3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 374 - Teaching Elementary School Science

Content and methods for teaching inquiry science in the elementary school. Special attention is given to how children learn science, interpretation of science education research, and integrating science across the curriculum. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 375 - Teaching Elementary School Social Studies

Content and methods of teaching elementary school social studies focusing upon how children learn social studies, problem solving, social issues and social action, recent trends and programs, and the integration of social studies with other areas of the elementary school curriculum. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 378 - The Social and Academic Curriculum I

Introduction to the social curriculum, methods and strategies of classroom management, integrated with social studies theory and methods in grades one through six. Focused on self-efficacy and respectful participation in communities through cooperative relationships and skills of negotiation and problem-solving, with consideration of familial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and effects on child development. Corequisites: EDU 373, 374 and 379. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 379 - Inquiry into Curriculum, Technology and Teaching

Introduction to teaching practices, curriculum, and learning standards for Pre-Kindergarten through grade six, with emphasis on technology and differentiated instruction. Development of portfolio, classroom observation, and 50-hour practicum experience in an elementary school with an experienced classroom teacher required. Corequisites: EDU 373, 374 and 378. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 429 - Special Topics in Education

EDU 432 - Integrated Curriculum Development for Young Learners II

Emphasizes developing inclusive pedagogical techniques, methods and materials in inclusive primary grade classrooms (kindergarten-grade 3). Focuses on the development of integrated curriculum in all content areas including social studies, science, mathematics, literacy and the arts with a specific emphasis on the use of research-based methods of teaching all students, including students with disabilities. Prerequisite: EDU 331. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year

EDU 438 - Children's Literacy Across the Curriculum

Develops knowledge of speech and language patterns and literacy development in young children. Examines language environment and the role of language experience, play, integrated arts and literature in fostering all children's literacy, and knowledge of self and the world. Prerequisite: EDU 331 and PSY 231. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year

EDU 446 - Individual or Independent Study

Curriculum or other aspects of elementary education. Purpose, design of study determined by instructor-advisor. Weekly conferences. Grading: S, U grades are assigned. (1-3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 479 - Integrated Curriculum Planning, Technology and Practicum

Advanced curriculum integration, planning and assessment, including technology infusion, analysis of teaching practices and differentiated instruction, to meet learning standards in all elementary content areas. Development and presentation of a teaching portfolio and a 50-hour practicum in a pre K-6 classroom appropriate to the certification area with an experienced classroom teacher are required. Prerequisite: Block I - EDU 315 (minimum grade of C), EDU 373 (minimum grade of C), EDU 374 (minimum grade of C), EDU 378 (minimum grade of C) and EDU 379 (minimum grade of C); and a 2.8 overall GPA. Corequisite: EDU 480. Fulfills: PRES. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 480 - The Social and Academic Curriculum II

Advanced integrated methods, planning and assessment for social studies and the social curriculum (grades 1-6, with emphasis on intermediate grades). Aimed at developing elementary students' civic competence, responsible decision making, and ability to make educated and reasoned choices for a culturally diverse, democratic society. Prerequisite: EDU 378 or FSA 340; corequisite: EDU 479 for EDC and EDD majors only. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 481 - Internship in the Professional Development School

Application of instructional planning and assessment to meet learning standards in a clinically-rich internship; includes experiences in instructional decision-making with the host teacher, college faculty and peers. A variety of curricular, instructional and assessment approaches, including teacher certification preparation, are examined from a research-based, inquiry-oriented perspective. A 100-hour practicum in a Professional Development School classroom is required. Prerequisite: EDU 331. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 482 - Administration of Childcare Centers and Programs

Acquaints candidates with the basic philosophies and interpersonal aspects of directing and administering childcare centers or programs. Examines the basics of establishing goals, job descriptions, budgets, record keeping procedures, personnel, staff selection, training and evaluation policies. Special attention will be devoted to critical issues in child advocacy, organizational management, marketing and public relations, fiscal management, assessment and evaluation, collaborating with families and planning for children with special needs. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year

EDU 490 - Student Teaching I

First half of student teaching in early childhood and childhood education classrooms and participation in associated seminar. Supervised by college faculty. EDU 490 and EDU 491 must be taken concurrently. Prerequisites: Consent of department to verify required grade point average; all methodology courses leading up to student teaching with no grade lower than a C; no outstanding incomplete grades; and successful completion of CARR, SAVE and DASA workshops. Prerequisites: EDU 270, EDU 334, EDU 331, EDU 333, EDU 315, EDU 340, EDU 373, EDU 374, EDU 375, EDU 481, LIT 371, LIT 372, SPE 270. Corequisites: EDU 491 and EDU 492. Grading: S, U grades. Fulfills: PRES. (6 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 491 - Student Teaching II

Second half of student teaching in early childhood and childhood education classrooms and participation in associated seminar. Supervised by college faculty. Prerequisites: Consent of department to verify required grade point average; all methodology courses leading up to student teaching with no grade lower than a C; no outstanding incomplete grades; and successful completion of CARR, SAVE and DASA workshops. Prerequisites: EDU 270, EDU 334, EDU 331, EDU 333, EDU 315, EDU 340, EDU 373, EDU 374, EDU 375, EDU 481, LIT 371, LIT 372, SPE 270. Corequisites: EDU 490 and EDU 492. (6 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 492 - Seminar in Student Teaching

Semester-long seminar for discussion and analysis of issues related to pre-service classroom teaching.

Prerequisites: Consent of department to verify required grade point average; all methodology courses leading up to student teaching with no grade lower than a C; no outstanding incomplete grades; and successful completion of CARR, SAVE and DASA workshops. Prerequisites: EDU 270, EDU 334, EDU 331, EDU 333, EDU 315, EDU 340, EDU 373, EDU 374, EDU 375, EDU 481, LIT 371, LIT 372, SPE 270. Corequisites: EDU 490 and EDU 491. (1 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 512 - Teaching Elementary School Mathematics

The goal of this course is to prepare preservice teachers in the M.S.T. program to teach mathematics to elementary school students in an effective, constructivist, and equitable manner. In class meetings, the instructor will use hands-on mathematics activities to model appropriate strategies for teaching mathematics in a student-centered classroom and to build preservice teachers' understandings of mathematics. Inquiry teaching will be also modeled and expected in students' lesson plans.

By completing class readings, course assignments, and observations of children in classrooms, students will develop a multitude of techniques and strategies for providing mathematics instruction to diverse learners. Prerequisite: Admission to the M.S.T. program; EDU 510. Undergraduates restricted. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year

EDU 513 - Teaching Elementary School Science

This course will provide hands-on activities that enable students to experience inquiry and learning science in a constructivist manner. Through reflection of these experiences and on structured interactions with children, students will participate in action research as they simultaneously engage in real life applications of the National Science Standards and the New York State Math/ Science Technology Learning Standards. Prerequisite: Admission to the M.S.T. program; EDU 510. Undergraduates restricted. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year

EDU 514 - Teaching Elementary School Social Studies

This course investigates innovative and traditional approaches to teaching social studies concepts for children pre-K-6. It emphasizes the objectives (including adaptation for diverse and exceptional children), curriculum content, materials and resources to engage in historical, social and citizenship understanding and activities at the appropriate developmental level. Experiences are provided to develop National Standards and State Learning Frameworks. Prerequisite: EDU 510. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year

EDU 522 - Readings, Research and Teaching Innovations in Mathematics and Science Education

This course will examine issues related to the teaching and integration of math, science and technology in elementary school classrooms. Students will examine theory and classroom-based research to construct an understanding of how these subject areas can be made accessible to all learners. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 524 - Democracy and Social Education

This course will be conducted through research-based and self-reflective-oriented inquiry. Students will analyze and define democracy and social education in the context of American public schools. Students will confront the antidemocratic forces of greed, individualism and intolerance in today's society and be challenged to implement the study of social education with the goal of social justice.

Students will be exposed to a theoretical and historical analysis of education and society. The course will also provide a practical analysis of classroom pedagogy and school organization. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 531 - Developing Creative Elementary School Experiences

Research, objectives and procedures related to creativity in elementary school programs are examined. Emphasis is given to the development, implementation and evaluation of selected activities which integrate with various curriculum areas, enrich learning experiences and nurture the creative processes. Prerequisite: Consent of department. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally

EDU 548 - The Adirondack Classroom

This course is designed for educators to use the Adirondacks as a classroom and to bring the Adirondacks to their classroom. The participants study the cultural and natural history of the Adirondacks while creating integrated project-based teaching and learning materials. Course is taught at SUNY Cortland's Outdoor Education Center at Raquette Lake. Also listed as EST 548. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally

EDU 551 - e-Learning and the American Classroom

This course is designed for practicing educators and teachers and will cover emerging educational technologies that are increasingly changing the way teachers perform their tasks.

The emphasis of this course will be a hands-on approach to using new digital tools to enhance teaching, learning, and communication, not only within the classroom, but also to the larger contexts of schools, communities, and the world. Previous experience with personal computers is suggested but is not required. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

EDU 559 - Special Topics in Education

EDU 570 - Character Education

Character education is defined as helping students understand, care about and act on widely shared ethical values such as respect, responsibility, honesty, fairness, caring and civic virtue. Emphasis on a comprehensive approach that integrates character development into every phase of school life — including academics and behavior — and develops the classroom and school into caring communities that embody good character. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year

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