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The Education department currently offers several distance learning courses.
GRA 600 INT: Theory Development
This course is a critical analysis of the processes involved in the development
of theory. It includes a perspective of the underlying philosophical and historical
trends in the development of theory. Emphasis is placed on the processes of concept
analysis, construction of theoretical relationships and the relationships between
research, practice and theory. Social, ethical and value problems related to
the development of knowledge are examined. Prerequisite: graduate standing.
EDU 620 INT: Foundations of Learning Theory
This course is designed to familiarize students with underlying foundations,
principles and theories related to education and learning. Emphasis is placed
on developmental theorists and educational theory as it relates to the process
of teaching and learning.
SED 643 INT: Theoretical and Methodological Perspectives in the Education
of Individuals with Mild Disabilities
Course description: This course is an in-depth analysis of principles and theory
related to individuals identified as having mild disabilities. The focus will
be on a non-categorical approach to education in the least restrictive environment
by academic, social, management and physical needs. Emphasis will be given to
analysis of needs, characteristics, identification/referral and method of the
processes involved in the development of theory in each area. Specific concerns
related to the inclusion options for mildly involved students will be analyzed.
Offered in the fall semester only
SED 644 INT: Theoretical and Methodological Perspectives in the Education
of Individuals with Severe/Profound Disabilities
Course description: This course is an in-depth analysis of the theory and research
related to the nature and needs of severe, profound, and multiple handicapped
individuals. Emphasis will be given to the theoretical basis of educational assessment,
instructional techniques, social development and adaptive behavior, interactions
with others, and service delivery systems. Philosophical and historical trends
in the development of theory related to teaching these individuals, concept analysis,
construction of theoretical relationships and the relationship between research,
practice and theory in the field will be evaluated. Prerequisite: SED 643.
Education Online Resources
Information on Reciprocal Agreements:
http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/certificate/appotherstates.htm#agreements