Lynch School Minors
The Lynch School of Education and Human Development offers a variety of minors open to Lynch School students, as well as some minors that are open to undergraduate students throughout the University. Please visit the Lynch School’s Office of Undergraduate Programs in Campion 104 and 106 for additional information.
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Available only to Boston College students in the Carroll School of Management, Connell School of Nursing, and the Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences
This minor consists of 18 credits in the Lynch School of Education and Human Development. Three courses (9 credits) are required and the remaining three courses (9 credits) must be selected from among upper level (2000+) psychology in education courses or a practicum as listed below. In some cases, a pre-requisite course must be taken in order to enroll in certain courses. Available only to Boston College students in the Carroll School of Management, Connell School of Nursing, and the Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences. This minor consists of 18 credits in the Lynch School of Education and Human Development. Three courses (9 credits) are required and the remaining three courses (9 credits) must be selected from among upper level (2000+) psychology in education courses or a practicum as listed below. In some cases, a pre-requisite course must be taken in order to enroll in certain courses.
Required Courses
Required Courses
3 courses (9 credits)
Choose one course from each of the following three categories:
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Developmental Applied Psychology Course
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| APSY/EDUC1030 | Child Development | 3 |
| APSY2014 | Adolescent Development | 3 |
| APSY3244 | Adult Development & Aging | 3 |
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Contextual Applied Psychology Course
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| APSY/EDUC1031 | Family, School, and Society | 3 |
| APSY2243 | Social Oppression and Transformation | 3 |
| APSY4397 | Social Issues and Social Policy | 3 |
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Cognitive Applied Psychology Course
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| APSY2032 | Cognition and Learning | 3 |
| APSY4233 | Motivation, Emotion, and Self-Regulated Learning | 3 |
| APSY6421 | Translating Science of Learning into Practice | 3 |
Electives
Elective Courses
3 courses (9 credits)
Three additional APSY courses. Please consult the EagleApps Course Information and Schedule for offerings. Some courses have prerequisites; plan accordingly.
The joint minor in Catholic Education and Theology is offered by the Teaching Curriculum and Society Department (TCS) in the Lynch School of Education and Human Development (LSEHD) and the Morrissey Theology Department.
Please see the Theology Department website for more details on the minor.
Available to Lynch School of Education and Human Development students only
The Department of Communication is offering a Communication minor designed for Lynch School of Education and Human Development students in Teacher Education and Applied Psychology and Human Development. This new minor includes three courses plus three communications electives.
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM1010 | Rhetorical Tradition | 3 |
| COMM1020 | Survey of Mass Communication | 3 |
| COMM1030 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| COMM Electives | Three communication electives to be selected from any theory, writing intensive, or elective courses | 3 |
Available to Lynch School of Education and Human Development students only
The Lynch School of Education and Human Development (LSEHD) Cyberstrategy and Design minor consists of 18 credits, 12 of which may not simultaneously be counted toward the BC core or other major/minor requirements. The minor is designed to advance understanding of the intersections of cyberstrategy and design. Students will explore introductory and mastery level coursework, select electives from different departments and engage in applied action projects and special topics research specially designated each year.
Core Courses
Core Courses
2 courses (6 credits)
Choose two core Cyberstrategy and Design minor courses from below. Courses not selected may be used as minor electives.
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ADCY6050 | Cybersecurity Policy: Legal Requirements & Privacy | 3 |
| ADCY6000 | Cybersecurity & Cyber Ecosystems | 3 |
| ADCY6500 | Organizational Effectiveness: Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance | 3 |
| ADCY4000 | Managing Cyber Risk: Mobile Devices and Social Networking | 3 |
| ERAL4101 | Cybersecurity: Innovation, Technology, and Formative Development | 3 |
Culmination Experience/Project
Senior Thesis/Project
1 courses (3 credits)
Choose one Cyberstrategy and Design senior thesis project course from below.
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC4961/4962 | Senior Thesis I | 3 |
| EDUC4901 | Readings & Research | 3 |
| EDUC4199 | LSEHD Field Internship | 3 |
Electives
Elective Courses
3 courses (9 credits)
Choose three courses from the approved list below. Some courses may require additional faculty or department approvals for registration. Please consult EagleApps Course Information & Schedule for up-to-date course availability.
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ISYS6641 | Cybersecurity Strategy and Management | 3 |
| ISYS4258 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
| ISYS1021 | Digital Technologies: Strategy and Use | 3 |
| ISYS3315 | Managing Digital Innovation | 3 |
| BSLW2500 | Privacy and Internet Law | 3 |
| ERAL4101 | Cybersecurity: Innovation, Technology, and Formative Development | 3 |
| ADCY4000 | Managing Cyber Risk: Mobile Devices and Social Networking | 3 |
| ADIT2500 | Cybersecurity Fundamentals | 3 |
| ADIT2000 | Computer Security | 3 |
| ADIT4040 | Coding and Design | 3 |
| ADIT4058 | Systems Architecture | 3 |
| ADIT1985 | Python | 3 |
| ADIT1360 | Database Management | 3 |
| ADIT1350 | Introduction to Programming | 3 |
| ADIT3308 | Project Management | 3 |
| CSCI3381 | Cryptography | 3 |
| CSCI3357 | Database Systems Implementation | 3 |
| CSCI3363 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| CSCI3362 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| CSCI3356 | Software Engineering | 3 |
| CSCI3397 | Topics in Computational Intelligence | 3 |
| CSCI3345 | Machine Learning | 3 |
| CSCI12271 | Computer Systems | 3 |
| ADCY6050 | Cybersecurity Policy: Legal Requirements & Privacy | 3 |
| ADCY6000 | Cybersecurity & Cyber Ecosystems | 3 |
| ADCY6500 | Organizational Effectiveness: Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance | 3 |
Available to Lynch School of Education and Human Development students only
The Lynch School of Education and Human Development (LSEHD) Interdisciplinary minor in Design-Thinking consists of 18 credits, 12 of which may not simultaneously be counted toward the BC core or other major/minor requirements. The minor is designed to advance understanding of Design-Thinking as an important tool for social impact and human centered problem solving for our world. Students will explore introductory, and mastery Design-Thinking coursework, select electives from different departments and engage in social impact action/field-based projects specially designated each year.
Foundation Courses
Foundation Courses
3 courses (9 credits)
Choose three foundational Design-Thinking and Innovation minor courses from below. Courses not selected may be used as minor electives.
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UNAS1025/ARTS1125 | Innovation through Design Thinking | 3 |
| UNAS2201 | Ethical Design for Social Impact | 3 |
| UNAS2230 | Design Research Methods | 3 |
| UNAS3307 | Design for ImpACCt | 3 |
| UNAS4500 | Design-Driven Thinking: Advanced Independent Study | 3 |
| UNAS2205 | Data Visual Communication | 3 |
Electives
Elective Courses
3 courses (9 credits)
Choose three courses from the approved list below. Other courses across the full university may be able to count as electives with LSEHD Undergraduate Associate Dean's approval. Please consult EagleApps Course Information & Schedule for up-to-date course availability.
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNAS1025/ARTS1125 | Innovation through Design Thinking | 3 | |
| UNAS2201 | Ethical Design for Social Impact | 3 | |
| UNAS2205 | Data Visual Communication | 3 | |
| UNAS2230 | Design Research Methods | 3 | |
| UNAS3307 | Design for ImpACCt | 3 | |
| UNAS4500 | Design-Driven Thinking: Advanced Independent Study | 3 | |
| ARTS1109 | Design is Human | 3 | |
| ARTS1104 | Design: Seeing is Believing | 3 | |
| MGMT2144 | Design-Driven Innovation Consulting | 3 | |
| MGMT2143 | Idea Work: Making Things That Matter | 3 | |
| MKTG3178/ISYS3178 | Design Thinking and Strategy | Pre-req: MKTG1021 | 3 |
| MGMT3315/ISYS3315 | Managing Digital Innovation | 3 | |
| ERAL4101 | Cyberstrategy Technology and Formative Development | 3 | |
| FORM6150/CSCI2265 | Tech Tools for Playful Learning | 3 | |
| HIST1627 | Making the Modern World: Design, Ethics & Engineering | 3 | |
| BZAN4258 | Systems Analysis and Design | Pre-reqs: ISYS3257, ISYS1021, and ISYS2157 | 3 |
| ADBM2250 | Design Thinking | 3 | |
| ADSB2026 | Sustainable Design as a Way of Thinking | 3 | |
| ADET3102 | Design and Prototyping for Entrepeneurs | 3 | |
| SCWK6603 | Community-Based System Dynamics for Complex Social Problems | By SSW permission | 3 |
Available to Lynch School of Education and Human Development students only
The Department of Theatre is offering an Educational Theatre Minor designed for Lynch School of Education and Human Development students in Teacher Education, Applied Psychology and Human Development, and Transformative Educational Studies. This new minor provides drama education and theatre training to Lynch School students who hope to include theatre as a subject they teach and practice in school settings and/or who want to use creative dramatics and applied theatre techniques as teaching tools in other institutional settings. As research consistently supports the impact of creative dramatics on students’ self-esteem, literacy achievement, overall stamina, and psychological health (Brinda, 2008; Dupont, 1998; Moran, 2006), the study and practice of theatre arts, richly enhances pedagogy for teachers and human service providers. Furthermore, Theatre techniques have also emerged as a successful intervention for students with moderate and severe special needs (Hipsky, 2007), thus complementing a special needs concentration. This minor provides drama education and theatre training to those who hope to include theatre as a subject they teach and practice in school settings and/or to those who want to use creative dramatics and applied theatre techniques as teaching tools in other institutional settings.
This 20-credit minor consists of six courses (18 credits) and two, one-credit labs.
Required Courses
Required Courses
2 courses (6 credits)
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Required Courses
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| THTR1172 | Dramatic Structures & Theatrical Processes | 3 |
| THTR3378 | Creative Dramatics | 3 |
Electives
Electives
3 courses (9 credits)
Students must choose four electives, one from each category outlined below. Please consult EagleApps Course Information & Schedule for up-to-date course availability.
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Elective Course from This List
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| THTR2268 | Theatre for Youth | 3 |
| THTR3366 | Directing I | 3 |
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Elective Course from This List
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| THTR1103 | Acting I | 3 |
| THTR1130 | Elements of Theatre Production I | 3 |
| THTR/EDUC2241 | Introduction to Drama Therapy | 3 |
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Upper Elective Courses
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| THTR3300+ | One upper level (3300 or above) course in performance, production, or Elements of Theatre Production II (if you have taken Elements I) | 3 |
| Varied | Choose one upper level (3300 or above) course in literature/criticism/history | 3 |
Labs
Labs
2 courses (2 credits)
Choose two theatre labs. Please consult the Production Lab Registration site for up-to-date course availability.
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Varied | Prep Crew Lab | 1 |
| Varied | Run Crew Lab | 1 |
Available to non-Lynch School of Education and Human Development students only
All students except Lynch School students are eligible to declare this 18-credit minor. The minor consists of six courses, which are linked below. Descriptions can also be found in the Boston College Undergraduate catalog. This minor does not lead to certification.
Required Courses
Required Courses
5 courses (15 credits)
Students must take five required courses. Three of the courses are mandatory, while two courses can be chosen from a small list of options.
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Course from this list
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| APSY/EDUC1030 | Child Development | 3 |
| APSY2041 | Adolescent Development | 3 |
| APSY3244 | Adult Development & Aging | 3 |
| FORM1050 | The Educational Conversation | 3 |
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Course From this List
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| APSY/EDUC1031 | Family, School and Society | 3 |
| FORM1051 | Reimagining Schools and Society | 3 |
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Required Courses
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| APSY2032 | Cognition and Learning | 3 |
| EDUC1044 | Education and Development for Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| EDUC3308 | Bilingualism in Schools and Communities | 3 |
Electives
Elective Courses
1 course (3 credits)
Choose one additional APSY or EDUC course. Please consult EagleApps Course Information & Schedule for up-to-date course availability, and seek approval from the LSEHD Office of Undergraduate Programs (Campion 104).
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Any APSY or EDUC course | Some courses have prerequisites; plan accordingly. | 3 |
Available to Lynch School of Education and Human Development students only
The Immigration Education and Humanitarian Studies minor consists of 18 credits, 12 of which may not simultaneously be counted toward the BC core or other major/minor requirements. The minor is designed to advance understanding of immigration and related educational and humanitarian topics.
Foundation Courses
Foundation Courses
2 courses (6 credits)
Choose two foundational courses from the list below. Courses not selected may be used as minor electives.
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Courses From This List
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC3308 | Bilingualism in Schools and Communities | 3 |
| FORM1051 | Reimagining School and Society | 3 |
| FORM2252 | Language Learners in Global Perspective | 3 |
Electives
Elective Courses
3 courses (9 credits)
Choose three courses from the approved list below. One of the three electives from the list below must focus on immigration/immigrant experiences. Please consult EagleApps Course Information & Schedule for up-to-date course availability.
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| APSY1031 | Family, School, and Society | 3 |
| APSY2243 | Social Oppression and Transformation | 3 |
| EDUC3308 | Bilingualism in Schools and Communities | 3 |
EDUC6346.01 or EDUC6346.02/EDUC6347 | Teaching Bilingual Students (Elementary Education majors) or Teaching Bilingual Students (Secondary Education majors) | 3 |
| ENGL3340 | Asian American Literature: Immigration, Exclusion, and Engagement | 3 |
| FORM1050 | The Educational Conversation | 3 |
| FORM2050 | Transformative Teaching and Learning | 3 |
| FORM2253 | Perparing the Whole Person for Global Citizenship | 3 |
| FORM2254 | Cross-cultural Perspectives on Religion and Education | 3 |
| FORM4050 | The Art of Educational Inquiry | 3 |
| HIST4302 | Borders and Frontiers in Modern Latin America | 3 |
| LAWS7749 | Immigration Law | 3 |
| POLI2440 | A Continent on the Move: Immigration in Contemporary Europe | 3 |
| POLI2614 | Politics and Education | 3 |
| POLI4390 | Immigration: Processes, Politics, and Policies | 3 |
| SOCY3132 | Sociology of Natural Resources | 3 |
| SOCY3322 | Consumption, Health, and the Environment | 3 |
| SOCY3342 | Faith and Conflict: Religion and Social Change in Latin American Societies | 3 |
| SOCY3346 | Environmental Justice | 3 |
| SOCY3367 | Social Justice in Israel/Palestine | 3 |
| SOCY3391 | Social Movements | 3 |
| SOCY3400 | Food Justice Across the African Diaspora | 3 |
| SPAN6636 | Borderlines: Films of Immigration and Exile | 3 |
| SPAN6645 | Race and Representation in Spain | 3 |
| SPAN6683 | On the Verge of the World: Hispanic Migrants and the Arts | 3 |
Capstone Experience
Capstone Experience
1 course (3 credits)
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Course From This List (depending on your major)
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC4961/4962 | Senior Thesis I/Senior Thesis II | 3 |
| APSY4961/4962 | Senior Thesis I/Senior Thesis II | 3 |
Available to non-Lynch School of Education and Human Development students only
The Department of Teaching, Curriculum, and Society offers the Inclusive Education minor for students enrolled in MCAS and CSOM. The minor is designed to (a) introduce students to the world of disabilities and special education, with an emphasis on special education practice, and (b) enhance the ability of future professionals to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse population of students in America’s schools. The minor is compatible with efforts of MCAS and Lynch School’s joint Teachers for a New Era initiative as well as the CSOM’s special interest. The six-course minor (18 credits and a zero-credit field observation) is consistent with the number of courses/credits required for minors in MCAS and CSOM. It includes two courses that MCAS majors may take as part of BC’s social science and cultural diversity core requirements (APSY1030/1031). CSOM students should check with their advisor.
Required Courses
Required Courses
4 courses (12 credits)
Students must take four required courses. Two of the courses are mandatory, while two courses can be chosen from a small list of options.
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Course from this list
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| APSY/EDUC1030 | Child Development | 3 |
| APSY2041 | Adolescent Development | 3 |
| APSY3244 | Adult Development & Aging | 3 |
| FORM1050 | The Educational Conversation | 3 |
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Course From this List
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| APSY/EDUC1031 | Family, School and Society | 3 |
| FORM1051 | Reimagining Schools and Society | 3 |
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Required Courses
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC1044 | Education and Development for Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| EDUC2208 | Educational Strategies: Children with Special Needs | 3 |
Required Field Observation
Field Observation
1 course (0 credits)
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC4360 | Inclusive Education Field Observation | 0 |
Electives
Elective Courses
2 courses (6 credits)
Students should choose one elective from each list below. Please consult EagleApps Course Information & Schedule for up-to-date course availability.
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Course From this List
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC3323 | Reading and Special Needs Instruction for Secondary and Middle School Students | Will include field activity | 3 |
| EDUC6398 | Working with Families and Human Service Agencies | Offered periodically | 3 |
| EDUC6374 | Supporting Positive Behavior in Schools and Community | Will include field activity | 3 |
| EDUC6384 | Teaching Strategies for Students with Low Incidence Multiple Disabilities | Will include field activity | 3 |
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Course From this List
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC3386 | Introduction to Sign Language and Deafness | 3 | |
| EDUC3387 | American Sign Language and Deafness II | 3 | |
| EDUC6496 | Foundations of Autism | Graduate level course | 3 |
| EDUC6497 | Educating Autistic Students | Graduate level course | 3 |
| EDUC6495 | Human Development and Disability | Graduate level course; Fall only | 3 |
| EDUC6540 | Educational Implications of Sensory, Motor & Health Impairments | 3 | |
| EDUC6593 | Introduction to Speech and Language Disorders | Graduate level course | 3 |
Available to all undergraduate students at Boston College
This interdisciplinary minor, Leadership in Higher Education and Community Settings, is offered by the Lynch School of Education and Human Development to students in the Lynch School of Education and Human Development, Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences, Connell School of Nursing, and in the Carroll School of Management. This minor serves students who are interested in institutions of higher education, in local and international non-government organizations (NGOs) and/or in community-based programs.
Required Courses
Required Courses
2 courses (6 credits)
The minor consists of six courses (18 credits), which are taken in the Lynch School of Education and Human Development and the Carroll School of Management. The minor includes 2 required courses (6 credits).
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Required Courses
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| APSY3244 | Adult Development and Aging | 3 |
| APSY/ELHE3375 | Educational Leadership in Higher Education | 3 |
Electives
Elective Courses
4 courses (12 credits)
Students must choose 4 courses (12 credits) from the list of approved courses below. Please consult EagleApps Course Information & Schedule for up-to-date course availability. APHD majors can only share one course (3 credits) with the minor.
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Courses From this List
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MGMT2110 | Management of Human Capital and the Employee Experience | 3 |
| MGMT2111 | Ethical Leadership Skills | 3 |
| MGMT2123 | Negotiation | 3 |
| MGMT2137 | Managing Diversity | 3 |
| MGMT2139 | Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MGMT2265 | Globalization, Culture, and Ethics | 3 |
| APSY2041 | Adolescent Development | 3 |
| APSY2152 | Applied Psychology Practicum: Pathways to Work & Life | 3 |
| APSY2242 | Interpersonal Relations | 3 |
| APSY2295 | Spirituality, Religion, and the College Student Experience | 3 |
| APSY3248 | Psychology of Gender | 3 |
| APSY3310 | Contemporary Issues in APHD | 3 |
| APSY4199 | Independent Study | 3 |
| APSY6348 | Prevention & Intervention Strategies for Children, Families, & Communities | 3 |
Available to Lynch School of Education and Human Development students only
A minor in Middle School Mathematics Teaching is available to undergraduates who are either: Elementary Education majors (with an MCAS Mathematics major OR a Mathematics/Computer Science Interdisciplinary major) OR Secondary Education majors (with an MCAS Mathematics major).
While the minor does not lead directly to middle school mathematics certification at Boston College (we do not offer middle school certification), it does fulfill the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics requirements for middle school teachers of mathematics. With this minor, acquiring middle school mathematics certification in Massachusetts should not be difficult.
Required Courses for Elementary Education Students
Required Courses
6 courses (23 credits)
The minor consists of 3 required courses (9 credits), a required inquiry seminar (1 credit), pre-practicum (1 credit), and full practicum (12 credits).
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Course from this list
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC3343 | Reform and Innovation in the Middle School | 3 |
| EDUC6307 | Teachers and Educational Reform | 3 |
| EDUC4901 | Readings and Research | 3 |
| EDUC4911 | Independent Study | 3 |
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Required Courses
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| APSY2041 | Adolescent Development | 3 |
| EDUC6304 | Secondary and Middle School Mathematics Methods | 3 |
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Pre-Practicum and Inquiry Seminar
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC2131 | Undergraduate Inquiry Seminar I | Seminar and pre-practicum to be taken together | 1 |
| EDUC2151 | Pre-Practicum I in Grades 5-6 | 1 |
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Full Practicum
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC4250 | Full Practicum | Grade 5 student teaching experience is recommended | 12 |
Required Courses for Secondary Education Students
Required Courses
6 courses (25 credits)
The minor consists of 4 required courses (12 credits), a required inquiry seminar (1 credit), and full practicum (12 credits).
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Course from this list
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC3343 | Reform and Innovation in the Middle School | 3 |
| EDUC6307 | Teachers and Educational Reform | 3 |
| EDUC4901 | Readings and Research | 3 |
| EDUC4911 | Independent Study | 3 |
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Course from this list
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH2291 | Geometry for Teachers | 3 |
| MATH4453 | Euclid's Elements | 3 |
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Required Courses
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC2108 | Teaching Mathematics and Technology | 3 |
| MATH2290 | Number Theory for Teachers | 3 |
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Full Practicum and Inquiry Seminar
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC2131 | Undergraduate Inquiry Seminar I | 1 | |
| EDUC4250 | Full Practicum | Student teaching must include 9th grade Algebra | 12 |
Available to all undergraduate students at Boston College
The Psychological Humanities minor consists of 18 credits, made up of one foundational course, three electives (each taken from a separate category: the Good, the Beautiful, and the True), one formative seminar, and a concluding capstone project. Students in the minor will be allowed to double-count two 3-credits courses, leaving 12 credits which may not simultaneously be counted toward the Common Core or other major/minor requirements. The minor is designed to broaden students’ understanding of psychology and the closely related ethical, spiritual, and existential dimensions of human life. Students are encouraged to choose electives from below, but may request approval for electives not listed.
Foundational Course
Foundational Course
1 course (3 credits)
Students must take this course first to begin the minor.
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Foundational Course
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FORM2500 | Introduction to the Psychological Humanities | 3 |
Elective Courses and Categories
Electives
3 courses (9 credits)
Students must choose three electives, one from each category (the Good, the Beautiful, and the True) outlined below. Please consult EagleApps Course Information & Schedule for up-to-date course availability.
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"The Good" Course
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FORM3750 | Psychology and Politics* | 3 |
| FORM4240 | Psychology and the Other | 3 |
| FORM4210 | Liberatory Psychotherapy | 3 |
| FORM2852 | Technologies of Self and Society* | 3 |
| FORM3230 | Dialogue and Difference | 3 |
*Courses that also count toward the Transformative Educational Studies (TES) major.
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"The Beautiful" Course
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FORM2610 | Madness in Literature | 3 |
| FORM3730 | Dealing with Death and Existentialism | 3 |
| FORM3210 | Psychology and Art | 3 |
| FORM3240 | Flourishing & Floundering in Philosophy & Literature* | 3 |
| FORM2810 | Aesthetic Awakenings* | 3 |
*Courses that also count toward the Transformative Educational Studies (TES) major.
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"The True" Course
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FORM4220 | Philosophy for Psychology | 3 |
| FORM2840 | Selfhood and Its Stories* | 3 |
| FORM4230 | Critical Psychology | 3 |
| FORM3740 | Global Mental Health | 3 |
| FORM2820 | Spiritual Exercises* | 3 |
| FORM3220 | Ways of Knowing* | 3 |
*Courses that also count toward the Transformative Educational Studies (TES) major.
Formative Seminar and Capstone Course
Formative Seminar
1 course (3 credits)
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Formative Seminar
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Formative Seminar | Students will participate in one formative seminar which is meant to foster growth in students’ spiritual, ethical, psychological, and professional discernment. | 3 |
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Capstone Course
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Capstone Course | 3 |
Available to all undergraduate students at Boston College
The Lynch School of Education and Human Development (LSEHD) Research, Evaluation, and Measurement minor consists of 18 credits, 12 of which may not simultaneously be counted toward the BC core or other major/minor requirements. The Research, Evaluation, and Measurement minor is designed to prepare students to design high-quality research studies, conduct rigorous statistical analyses, build valid survey and test instruments, and evaluate programs and policies. In this minor, students will develop a deep understanding of research and evaluation methods and will explore topics as they relate to Education, Applied Psychology, and Human Development, select electives from different departments and engage in Senior Project or Thesis. Students will be prepared for careers such as educational researcher, data analyst, or educator.
Required Courses
Required Courses
2 courses (6 credits)
Choose one course from each section below. Remaining courses not selected may be used as minor electives.
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Methods and Design Course from this list
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MESA6830 | Interpretation and Evaluation of Research | 3 |
| MESA6310 | Evaluation Practice & Methods | 3 |
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Measurement and Statistics Course From this List
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| MESA6462 | Assessment and Test Construction | 3 | |
| MESA6410 | Introductory Statistics | 3 | |
| MESA6420 | Intermediate Statistics | Introductory Statistics or similar is a prereq | 3 |
Electives
Elective Courses
4 courses (12 credits)
Choose four courses from the approved list below. Other courses across the full university may be able to count as electives with LSEHD Undergraduate Associate Dean's approval. Please consult EagleApps Course Information & Schedule for up-to-date course availability.
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Methods and Design Courses From this List
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| MESA6830 | Interpretation and Evaluation of Research | 3 | |
| MESA6310 | Evaluation Practice and Methods | 3 | |
| APSY2216 | Research Methods for Applied Psychology | 3 | |
| SOCY5558 | Qualitative Methods | 3 | |
| PSYC1121 | Introduction to Behavioral Statistics and Research | 3 | |
| PSYC5501 | Experimental Design and Statistics | Prereq: an undergraduate course in statistics | 3 |
| ADPS1166 | Research Methods and Statistics | 3 | |
| Capstone Project | Directed study with REM faculty member |
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Measurement and Statistics Courses From this List
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| MESA6210 | Instrument Design and Development | 3 | |
| MESA6410 | Introductory Statistics | 3 | |
| MESA6420 | Intermediate Statistics | Introductory Statistics or similar is a prereq | 3 |
| APSY2217 | Statistics for Applied Psychology | 3 | |
| ECON1151 | Statistics | 3 | |
| MATH4426 | Probability | 3 | |
| MATH4427 | Mathematical Statistics | 3 | |
| ADEC5310 | Data Analysis | 3 | |
| ADEC7320 | Econometrics | ADEC5310 is a required prereq | 3 |
| ADMT2530 | Statistics |
Available to Lynch School of Education and Human Development students only
The Lynch School of Education and Human Development (LSEHD) Restorative and Transformational Justice minor consists of 18 credits, 12 of which may not simultaneously be counted toward the BC core or other major/minor requirements. The minor is designed to advance understanding of Restorative and Transformational Justice as a critical important tool. Students will explore Restorative and Transformational Justice topics as they relate to Education, Applied Psychology, and Human Development, select electives from different departments and engage in social impact action project or Senior Thesis.
Foundation Courses
Foundation Courses
1 course (3 credits)
Choose one foundational course from the list below. Courses not selected may be used as minor electives.
1
Course from this list
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELHE7103 | Education Law and Public Policy | 3 |
| ERAL4000 | Restorative Justice and Prison Reform in Global Concepts | 3 |
| FORM2253 | Preparing the Whole Person for Global Citizenship | 3 |
| FORM2254 | Cross-cultural Perspectives on Religion and Education | 3 |
Elective Courses
Elective Courses
4 courses (12 credits)
Choose four courses from the approved list below. Please consult EagleApps Course Information & Schedule for up-to-date course availability.
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AADS2800/HIST2800 | From Slave Patrol to the War on Crime: Policing Blacks Across American History | 3 |
| AADS3310 | Studies of Race, Law, and Resistance | 3 |
| AADS5513/UNCP5514 | Capstone: Growing Up Ethnic in America | 3 |
| ADCJ1100 | Introduction to Social Justice | 3 |
| ADCJ2801 | The Evolution of a Hate Crime from Thought to Execution and Punishment | 3 |
| ADCJ3051 | American Institutions | 3 |
| APSY1031 | Family, School, and Society | 3 |
| APSY2243 | Social Oppression and Transformation | 3 |
| APSY6397 | Social Issues and Social Policy | 3 |
| APSY/EDUC/THEO/UNAS/LAWS7461 | Interdisciplinary Seminar in Human Rights and International Justice | 3 |
| ECON3317 | Economics of Inequality | 3 |
| ELHE7606 | Diversity in Higher Education: Race, Class, and Gender | 3 |
| ENGL1110 | First Year Writing Seminar: From Slavery to Mass Incarceration | 3 |
| ENVS2256 | Environmental Law and Policy | 3 |
| ERAL4000 | Restorative Justice and Prison Reform in Global Contexts | 3 |
| FORM2253 | Preparing the Whole Person for Global Citizenship | 3 |
| FORM2254 | Cross-cultural Perspectives on Religion and Education | 3 |
| HIST4512 | Violence, Law, and Empire | 3 |
| INTL2220 | Exploration in Peace and Security Studies | 3 |
| INTL5563 | Ethics, Religion, and International Politics | 3 |
| PHIL1160/THEO2160 | The Challenge of Justice | 3 |
| POLI2330/THEO2230 | Mass Incarceration: Philosophical and Theological Perspectives | 3 |
| SOCY3000 | Crime and Punishment | 3 |
| SOCY3309 | Restoration and Resistance: International Innovations in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| SOCY3310 | Studies in Crime and Social Justice | 3 |
| SOCY3367 | Social Justice in Israel/Palestine | 3 |
| UNAS1164 | Global Ethics and Pragmatic Solidarity | 3 |
| UNAS1719 | The Rule of Law and the Complex Meaning of Justice | 3 |
Culmination Experience/Project
Senior Thesis/Project
1 course (3 credits)
Choose one Restorative and Transformational Justice senior thesis project course from below.
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC4961/4962 | Senior Thesis I | 3 |
| APSY4961/4962 | Senior Thesis I | 3 |
Available to non-Lynch School of Education and Human Development students only
Courses that are required for the Secondary Education Minor include the Morrissey College core and major requirements in one of the certification areas for the Secondary Education Minor. Please note: students must be officially accepted into the Secondary Education Minor program. An application form is included at the end of the Program of Study. A minimum grade point average of 3.0 and a record free of academic deficiencies is required to be considered for the Minor.
Required Courses
Required Courses
7 courses (21 credits)
Requirements for the Secondary Education Minor include seven required courses (21 credits) from the Lynch School.
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| APSY1031 | Family, School, and Society | MCAS credit | 3 |
| APSY2041 | Adolescent Development | MCAS credit | 3 |
| MESA1060 | Classroom Assessment | 3 | |
| EDUC2211 | Secondary Curriculum and Instruction | Co-requisites: EDUC2151/EDUC2131 | 3 |
| EDUC3323 | Secondary Reading and Instruction | Offered Spring only | 3 |
| EDUC6300-6304 | Methods Courses* | Offered Fall only. Co-req: EDUC3152/3132 | 3 |
| EDUC6347 | Teaching Bilingual Students | 3 |
*Methods course must be taken separately in two different semesters, along with a pre-practicum (usually one in sophomore year and one in either junior or senior year). Advisement is critical in aligning these courses with the appropriate semester.
Required Pre-Practica and UG Inquiry Seminars
Required Pre-Practica
4 courses (4 credits)
Two pre-practica are required and must be taken simultaneously with undergraduate inquiry seminars. There is an optional third pre-practica and seminar.
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC2151 | Pre-Practicum #1 | 1 | |
| EDUC2131 | Undergraduate Inquiry Seminar I | 1 | |
| EDUC3152 | Pre-Practicum #2 | 1 | |
| EDUC3132 | Undergraduate Inquiry Seminar II | 1 | |
| EDUC3153 | Pre-Practicum #3 | Optional | 1 |
| EDUC3133 | Undergraduate Inquiry Seminar III | Optional | 1 |
Required Full Practicum and Senior Inquiry Seminar
Required Practicum
2 courses (15 credits)
One full practicum experience is required and must be taken simultaneously with a senior inquiry seminar.
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC4231 | Senior Inquiry Seminar | 3 | |
| EDUC4250 | Secondary Full-time Practicum | Co-requisite: EDUC4231 | 12 |
Available to Lynch School of Education and Human Development students only
The Special Education Concentration is available to Lynch School students majoring in Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Applied Psychology and Human Development, and Transformative Educational Studies who have an interest in special needs education. The concentration consists of four courses that include one Teacher Education core required course, two special education courses, and an elective course. Students should consult with their advisor with consideration for the student's major interests to determine their elective.
Required Courses
Required Courses
3 courses (9 credits)
3
Required Courses
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC1044 | Education and Development for Students with Disabilities | 3 | |
| EDUC2208 | Educational Strategies: Students with Disabilities | Fall semester only | 3 |
| EDUC6373 | Classroom Management | Teacher Education majors | 3 |
| EDUC6374 | Supporting Positive Behavior in Schools and Community | APHD majors | 3 |
Electives
Elective Courses
1 course (3 credits)
Students must choose 1 courses (3 credits) from the list of approved courses below. Please consult EagleApps Course Information & Schedule for up-to-date course availability.
1
Course From this List
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC3323 | Reading and Special Needs Instruction for Secondary and Middle School Students | 3 | |
| EDUC3386 | Introduction to Sign Language and Deafness | 3 | |
| EDUC4696 | Foundations of Autism | Graduate level course; Fall semester only | 3 |
| EDUC6497 | Educating Autistic Students | Graduate level course | 3 |
| EDUC6384 | Teaching Strategies for Students with Low Incidence Multiple Disabilities | Graduate level course | 3 |
| EDUC6389 | Assessment of Students with Extensive Support Needs** | Fall semester only | 3 |
| EDUC6495 | Human Development and Disability | Graduate level course; Fall semester only | 3 |
| EDUC6540 | Implications of Sensory, Motor & Health Impairments | Spring semester only | 3 |
| EDUC6593 | Intro to Speech and Language Disorders | Graduate level course | 3 |
| EDUC6675 | Consultation and Collaboration in Special Education | Offered periodically | 3 |
**Undergraduates must seek approval from the LSEHD Office of Undergraduate Programs (Campion 104) for this course.
Available to Lynch School of Education and Human Development students only
The Lynch School of Education and Human Development at Boston College offers a certificate program in Teaching English Language Learners (TELL) for students in the Elementary or Secondary Education programs. This program is designed to prepare mainstream teachers to work with emergent bilingual learners/English language learners in their mainstream classroom settings. The certificate requires two courses and completion of a field experience in a classroom that includes bilingual learners.
Required Courses
Required Courses
2 courses (6 credits)
2
Required Courses
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC6346/6347 | Teaching Bilingual Students* | 3 |
| EDUC3308 | Bilingualism in School and Communities | 3 |
Required Field Experience
Field Experience
1 course (2 credits)
Students must take one pre-practicum experience (or equivalent) in a classroom with bilingual learners.
1
Pre-Practicum From this List
| Course | Course Title | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC6346 | Teaching Bilingual Students | Co-requisite: inquiry seminar | 1 |
| EDUC6347 | Teaching Bilingual Students in Secondary Education | Co-requisite: inquiry seminar | 1 |
| EDUC3153 | Pre-Practicum III | Co-requisite: inquiry seminar | 1 |