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Registration Began March 31, 2009
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SESSION I, Mon/Wed Courses: May 13-June 29
SESSION I, Tues/Thurs Courses: May 14-June 23
(No Classes May 18, Commencement & May 25, Memorial Day)
ED 346.01 Teaching Bilingual Students
For Elementary Ed majors only
Deals practically with instruction of teaching English Language Learners, Sheltered English Immersion, and mainstream classrooms. Reviews and applies literacy and content area instructional approaches. Includes such other topics as history and legislation related to English Language Learners and bilingual education, and the influences of language and culture on students, instruction, curriculum, and assessment.
T/TH 6:30pm-9pm
ED 346.02 Teaching Bilingual Students
For Secondary Ed majors only
Deals practically with instruction of teaching English Language Learners, Sheltered English Immersion, and mainstream classrooms. Reviews and applies literacy and content area instructional approaches. Includes such other topics as history and legislation related to English Language Learners and bilingual education, and the influences of language and culture on students, instruction, curriculum, and assessment.
T/TH 4pm-6:30pm
ED 435.01 Social Contexts of Education
Examines the historic and evolving development of the major social factors that together create the diverse, competing, and often unequal social contexts influencing the quality and type of education different groups of students experience in particular school sites and across school sites. Major requirements for the course include creating a sociological portrait of a selected school site and developing an interdisciplinary curriculum unit/action project focusing on key issues facing the community and/or the school and its students.
M/W 4pm-6:30pm
ED 447.01 Literacy and Assessment in the Secondary School
Designed to address the subject of teaching reading in the content areas of secondary schools. Demonstrates effective teaching strategies appropriate for all students, including those with special needs. Focuses extensively on concepts, strategies, and issues related to assessment.
M/W 6:30pm-9pm
ED 450.01 Foundations of Educational Administration
Brings a foundational focus to the work of educational administration, centering on the core work of teaching and learning, and exploring how that central work is supported by the cultural, technical, political, and ethical systems of the school. That work is deepened as administrators support learning as meaning making, as involving a learning and civil community, and as involving the search for excellence. Students are asked to research the realities at their work sites using the concepts and metaphors developed in the course, and to propose improvements to those realities.
CANCELLED
ED/PY 460.01 Interpretation and Evaluation of Research
Cross Listed with PY 460
This course is designed to improve the student's understanding of the research literature in education and psychology. It concentrates on developing the understandings and skills needed by the competent reader of research reports. Emphasis is placed on the accurate interpretation of statistical data and on the evaluation of published research.
T/TH 6:30pm-9pm
ED 473.01 Teaching Writing
This course presents research on children's (K-8) writing development, writing processes, and writing in the classroom. Instructional methods for teaching writing will be explored. Students are expected to participate in extensive writing as part of the course.
T/TH 6:30pm-9pm
ED 492.01 Deaf/Blind Seminar
Presents histories of deaf, blind, and deaf/blind services. Discusses various etiologies of deaf-blindness along with their implications for intervention with persons with deaf-blindness. Provides overview of legislation and litigation relating to special services for individuals with deaf-blindness. Students complete a project relating to services for persons with multiple disabilities. Several guest speakers representing various agencies and organizations serving individuals with deaf-blindness present this course.
T/TH 4pm-6:30pm
ED 528.01 Understanding Learning Disabilities and Education
Prerequisite: ED 044 or ED 438, or waiver for equivalent experience
General and special educators are responsible for serving students with learning disabilities, only some of whom have an identified disability. Course topics include: theories and knowledge of what learning disabilities are, characteristics of students with LD across the life span, and major approaches to service delivery and instruction. This course is appropriate for educators working at the elementary level and higher.
M/W 4pm-6:30pm
ED 529.01 Social Studies and the Arts: Teaching, Learning and Curriculum in the Elementary School
This course is designed to help students examine historical interpretation with critical analysis through history and the arts. It explores different areas of content and instructional methods directly related to Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks in social studies, literature, and the arts.
M/W 6:30pm-9pm
ED 867.01 Diversity in Higher Education: Race, Class, and Gender
The purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to examine the theoretical scholarship and empirical research on race, class, and gender in American higher education. The course readings are interdisciplinary in nature and require students to identify research claims and their relationship to higher education practice and policy in the U.S. We explore such issues as admissions and affirmative action policy, sexual harassment, and access and financial aid practices.
M/W 4pm-6:30pm
PY 440.01 Principles and Techniques of Counseling
Introductory course, not appropriate for counseling majors.
PY 440 taken during the summer term does not satisfy the requirement for counseling psychology majors due to content differences from the fall term.
Provides an introduction to counseling principles and techniques with an emphasis on interviewing skills. The areas of communication skills involving the use of role playing, observation, and practice components are emphasized. Training consists of peer role-plays and laboratory experiences with individual and group supervision.
M/W 6:30pm-9pm
PY 529.01 Psychology of Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Designed for the student who is interested in the study of both the theoretical and applied aspects of alcohol and substance abuse. The course will focus on the psychological, physiological, sociological, and economic aspects of addiction in society.
T/TH 6:30pm-9pm
PY 529.02 Psychology of Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Designed for the student who is interested in the study of both the theoretical and applied aspects of alcohol and substance abuse. The course will focus on the psychological, physiological, sociological, and economic aspects of addiction in society.
M/W 6:30pm-9pm
PY 605.01 Ethical and Legal Issues in Counseling Psychology
Topics include professional codes and ethical principles; laws governing mental health professions; confidentiality, privacy and record keeping; client rights and malpractice; issues in supervision; dual role relationships; psychological assessment; and, issues specific to minorities, children and specialized treatment modalities and techniques. Emphasis is on the preparation of mental health counselors and other mental health professionals.
M/W 4pm-6:30pm
PY 605.02 Ethical and Legal Issues in Counseling Psychology
Topics include professional codes and ethical principles; laws governing mental health professions; confidentiality, privacy and record keeping; client rights and malpractice; issues in supervision; dual role relationships; psychological assessment; and, issues specific to minorities, children and specialized treatment modalities and techniques. Emphasis is on the preparation of mental health counselors and other mental health professionals.
T/TH 4pm-6:30pm
SESSION II, Mon/Wed Courses: July 1-August 10
SESSION II, Tues/Thurs Courses: June 30-August 4
ED 425.01 Topics in Catholic Education
This
course examines the culture of Catholic schools and what makes them
unique within the larger United States school context, exploring how
the history of these schools, the influence of the Catholic Church, and
the events of the recent past have influenced the culture of Catholic
schools. Topics include religious who served these schools, recent
closures and reorganizations of Catholic schools, international
perspectives on Catholic schools, and student achievement in Catholic
schools.
T/TH 1:30pm-4pm
ED 435.08 Social Contexts of Education
Examines
the historic and evolving development of the major social factors that
together create the diverse, competing, and often unequal social
contexts influencing the quality and type of education different groups
of students experience in particular school sites and across school
sites. Major requirements for the course include creating a
sociological portrait of a selected school site and developing an
interdisciplinary curriculum unit/action project focusing on key issues
facing the community and/or the school and its students.
*DONOVAN SCHOLARS ONLY*
T/TH 12:30pm-3pm
ED 438.01 Instruction of Students with Special Needs and Diverse Learners
Designed
to help teachers recognize and respond to the full range of diversity
in the classroom. Students study the impact of racial, ethnic,
socioeconomic, and linguistic differences and various types of
disabilities on a child's cognitive, social, and academic development.
Creates a view of classroom management and the instructional process
that complements and elaborates on the variety of approaches used in
early childhood, elementary, and secondary education. It draws from the
general disciplines, special/remedial education, psychology, and health
sciences within a context of integration rather than separation.
T/TH 4pm-6:30pm
ED 438.08 Instruction of Students with Special Needs and Diverse Learners
Designed
to help teachers recognize and respond to the full range of diversity
in the classroom. Students study the impact of racial, ethnic,
socioeconomic, and linguistic differences and various types of
disabilities on a child's cognitive, social, and academic development.
Creates a view of classroom management and the instructional process
that complements and elaborates on the variety of approaches used in
early childhood, elementary, and secondary education. It draws from the
general disciplines, special/remedial education, psychology, and health
sciences within a context of integration rather than separation.
*DONOVAN SCHOLARS ONLY*
M/W 1pm-3:30pm
ED 447.02 Literacy and Assessment in the Secondary School
Designed
to address the subject of teaching reading in the content areas of
secondary schools. Demonstrates effective teaching strategies
appropriate for all students, including those with special needs.
Focuses extensively on concepts, strategies, and issues related to
assessment.
T/TH 1pm-4:30pm
ED 495.01 Human Development and Disabilities
From
conception through adolescence, with concern for the results of
physiological malfunction at any stage of development. Presentation,
discussions, readings and observation will permit the student to
understand the most prevalent handicapping conditions. Included is a
consideration of aids and prosthetic devices and medical interventions
employed by those with sensory and/or motor handicaps.
M/W 6:30pm-9pm
ED 517.01 Survey of Children's Literature in the Elementary and Middle School
Examines
theoretical perspectives of literacy criticism applicable to using
literature in elementary and middle school classrooms. It provides an
overview of genre including non-fiction, describes literature programs,
and examines current controversies in the field of children's
literature.
T/TH 4pm-6:30pm
ED 542.01 Teaching Reading and Language Arts
Examines
reading development from preschool through early adolescence from a
variety of instructional perspectives. Students will gain understanding
of major theoretical perspectives on reading and its development and
will learn a variety of strategies for teaching reading. Also
introduces methods for assessing children's reading skills and
weaknesses to plan instruction. Discusses children's literature and
teaches students strategies for using literature as part of an
instructional program. Expects students to spend at least 16 hours
distributed across at least eight sessions in a classroom or other
setting where they can work with one or more children.
M/W 4pm-6:30pm
ED 595.01 Assessment and Instruction for Students with Reading Difficulty
Prerequisite: ED 542 or equivalent
Examines
the methods and materials related to formal and informal assessment,
analysis and interpretation of the results of assessment, and
instructional techniques for students with a range of reading
difficulties (K-12). Focus is on the needs of students from varied
populations.
T/TH 4pm-6:30pm
ED 621.01 Bilingualism, Second Language, and Literacy Development
Explores
first and second language and literacy development of children raised
bilingually as well as students acquiring a second language during
pre-school, elementary, or secondary school years. Also addresses
theories of first and second language acquisition, literacy development
in the second language, and factors affecting second language and
literacy learning. Participants will assess the development of one
aspect of language or language skill of a bilingual individual and draw
implications for instruction, parent involvement, and policy.
T/TH 6:30pm-9pm
PY 418.01 Applied Developmental Psychology: Emphasis on Child
Will
help teachers understand principles of learning and cognitive,
linguistic, social, and affective development as they apply to
classroom practices. Will focus on the acquisition of strategies that
enable teachers to assess and understand how they and their students
are constructors of meaning. Designed for individuals beginning their
professional development in education who plan to work with children.
M/W 6:30pm-9pm
PY 441.01 Issues in Counseling Men
Examines
issues related to counseling men by examining the influence of socially
constructed roles on men, their families, and broader society.
Specifically examines how men's roles impact on their personal
development through the life span as well as on men's health, roles as
partners and fathers, and how men approach mental health services.
Covers issues specific to counseling men from access to services to
creating therapeutic environments for men. Uses case analysis of
transcripts and videotapes.
M/W 4pm-6:30pm
PY 447.01 Applied Developmental Psychology: Emphasis on Adolescent
Helps
teachers understand principles of learning and cognitive, linguistic,
social, and affective development as they apply to classroom practices.
Focuses on the acquisition of strategies that enable teachers to assess
and understand how they and their students are constructors of meaning.
Half of each semester is devoted to analysis of case studies. Designed
for individuals beginning their professional development in education
who plan to work with adolescents.
M/W 4pm-6:30pm
PY 528.01 Multicultural Issues
For students in Counseling Psychology; other students by permission only.
Assists
students to become more effective in their work with ethnic minority
and LGBT clients. Increases students' awareness of their own and
others' life experiences, and how these impact the way in which we
approach interactions with individuals who are different from us.
Examines the sociopolitical conditions that impact individuals from
ethnic and non-ethnic minority groups in the U.S., and presents an
overview of relevant research.
T/TH 6:30pm-9pm
PY 642.01 Introduction to Play Therapy
Examination
of various theoretical approaches to play therapy as a treatment
modality for school age and preschool children. Discusses techniques,
methods, and processes of play therapy, as well as strengths and
limitations of this treatment approach.
T/TH 6:30pm-9pm
INSTITUTES (See course dates and times below)
ED 374.01 Management of the Behavior of Students with Special Needs
The
behavior management challenges presented by some students with special
needs are addressed in this course. Following discussion on the
diagnosis and functional analysis of these behaviors, substantial
emphasis is given to the practical application of applied behavior
analysis techniques. Alternative and/or cooperative strategies for
classroom use are also discussed.
June 29-July 16
Monday-Thursday 4pm-6:30pm
ED 451.01 Human Resources Administration
Addresses
fundamental school personnel functions such as hiring, retention,
socialization, rewards and sanctions, and performance appraisal. These
functions, however, are situated in a broader approach to the human and
professional development of school personnel in a learning
organization. Situates human resource development within the larger
agenda of increased quality of student learning and teacher development.
June 22-July 3
Monday-Friday 4:30pm-7:30pm
ED 551.01 Foundations of Ecology in the Urban Context: Boston as a Field Study Model
This
course explores urban ecosystems in order to provide ways for teachers,
community leaders and urban professionals to participate in defining a
common forum for initiating community-based urban research. Each day
incorporates both classroom lectures and field visits that build upon
course curriculum that is focused on Boston as an example of an urban
ecosystem. The goals are to 1) build a base for understanding how
ecosystems evolve to accommodate urban development, 2) establish sound
scientific observation and sampling techniques for teachers to
implement in the classroom, and 3) serve as a round-table for
discussions about policy and strategies that promote enhanced community
stewardship. Presenters include Boston College science faculty and
technical staff, teachers participating in our extended program and
environmental professionals.
July 6- July 16
Monday-Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm
ED 618.01 Finance and Facilities Management
Provides
basic frameworks for understanding school finance and school facilities
management. Students will gain an understanding of how public education
is funded at the federal, state, and local levels. Contemporary issues
relating to such funding will be closely examined, including issues of
fiscal equity and the operation of state and federal categorical aid
programs. Students will also examine school district and school site
budgeting processes, and relate them to educational planning.
June 29-July 10
Monday-Friday 1pm-4pm
NOTE: INSTRUCTOR CHANGE TO JEFF MARSDEN
ED 804 Catholic Higher Education Administration and Leadership
This course explores contemporary issues, organizational and governance structures, and distinct characteristics of successful leadership for administrators at Catholic colleges and universities with a focus on effective campus policy development, strategic planning, and assessment. Students will engage current research, historical literature, Church documents, lectures, and group exercises. A unique component to this course is participation in the Institute for Administrators in Catholic Higher Education—a five-day seminar for senior administrators and leaders in Catholic higher education from around the globe where internationally recognized scholars and practitioners address the challenges and opportunities that Catholic higher education faces on a daily basis.
July 7, 9, 21, and 23
Tuesday/Thursday 4:30pm-6:50pm
Students will participate in the Institute for Administrators from Monday, July 13 through Friday, July 17. View the schedule and locations at www.bc.edu/schools/lsoe/cce/highered/iache/schedule.html.