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A study of American education today as viewed from historical, philosophical and social perspectives. Emphasis is placed on what constitutes effective teaching and learning. A half day per week field experience in a PDS is required. This course is for students considering a major in education.

Prerequisite: PSY 101 and sophomore standing. A study of human development from conception through adolescence. Emphasis is given to cognitive and personality/social theories of development. Includes observations in the Onica Prall Child Development Laboratory School.

Prerequisite: Not open to freshmen. An examination of the reading acquisition process through observation and analysis of reading and written language development and the study of current issues in reading. Course includes observations in the Onica Prall Child Development Laboratory School.

Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. A survey of the characteristics and education of students with disabilities and other special needs. Historical perspectives, legislative issues and inclusion will be considered.

This course is a general topics course in education, allowing faculty and students to study particular topics of interest.