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Fall 2016 EDU 3263: Diversity and Inclusion
An investigation of the complex issues of race, culture, gender, sexual
orientation, and special education through intellectual inquiry and study.
Students in the course will investigate the philosophical,
theoretical, and historical foundations of multicultural education, gender
education, and special education. 1) Who is excluded from a high-quality education and how?
2)
What can teachers
and school administrators do to counter these inequities and create more
inclusive classrooms for all their students?
Exploration of Response to Intervention (RTI) and consider its implications for the practice of teaching. |
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Spring 2016 EDU 2300: Research Seminar in Education Analysis of diverse types of educational research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper. This course provides students an opportunity to become acquainted with the various approaches to inquiry in educational research and to design a small scale research project. Students will also learn how to locate, analyze and use both qualitative and quantitative research reports. EDU 7295 - Response to Intervention and Multi-Tier System of Supports (MTSS) EDU 7295 - The Response to Intervention (RTI) and Multi-Tier System of Supports MTSS workshop relates to the Villanova University�s commitment to meeting the students with physical and cognitive disabilities. The proposed workshop will equip practicing teachers and administrators with a cutting-edge approach to meeting the needs of all learners in general and students with special needs in particular. The RTI workshop is intended for students in the Graduate Teacher Education, Master�s plus Certification, and Educational Leadership programs, as well advanced undergraduate Education student
EDU 7150 - Multiple Intelligences in
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Spring 2015 EDU 2300: Research Seminar in Education Analysis of diverse types of educational research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper. This course provides students an opportunity to become acquainted with the various approaches to inquiry in educational research and to design a small scale research project. Students will also learn how to locate, analyze and use both qualitative and quantitative research reports. EDU 7295 - Response to Intervention Workshop The Response to Intervention (RTI) workshop relates to the Villanova University's commitment to meeting the students with physical and cognitive disabilities. The proposed workshop will equip practicing teachers and administrators with a cutting-edge approach to meeting the needs of all learners in general and students with special needs in particular. The RTI workshop is intended for students in the Graduate Teacher Education, Master's plus Certification, and Educational Leadership programs, as well advanced undergraduate Education students.
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Fall 2014
EDU 3261 Latin@s in Education
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Summer 2014 EDU 8603: Educational Research Analysis of diverse types of educational research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper. This course provides students an opportunity to become acquainted with the various approaches to inquiry in educational research and to design a small scale action research project. Students will also learn how to locate, analyze and use both qualitative and quantitative research reports.
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Spring 2014 EDU 2300: Research Seminar in Education Analysis of diverse types of educational research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper. This course provides students an opportunity to become acquainted with the various approaches to inquiry in educational research and to design a small scale research project. Students will also learn how to locate, analyze and use both qualitative and quantitative research reports. EDU 7295 - Response to Intervention Workshop The Response to Intervention (RTI) workshop relates to the Villanova University�s commitment to meeting the students with physical and cognitive disabilities. The proposed workshop will equip practicing teachers and administrators with a cutting-edge approach to meeting the needs of all learners in general and students with special needs in particular. The RTI workshop is intended for students in the Graduate Teacher Education, Master�s plus Certification, and Educational Leadership programs, as well advanced undergraduate Education students.
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Summer 2013 EDU 8603: Educational Research Analysis of diverse types of educational research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper. This course provides students an opportunity to become acquainted with the various approaches to inquiry in educational research and to design a small scale action research project. Students will also learn how to locate, analyze and use both qualitative and quantitative research reports.
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Fall 2013 EDU 2300: Research Seminar in Education Analysis of diverse types of educational research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper. This course provides students an opportunity to become acquainted with the various approaches to inquiry in educational research and to design a small scale research project. Students will also learn how to locate, analyze and use both qualitative and quantitative research reports. EDU 7295 - Response to Intervention Workshop The Response to Intervention (RTI) workshop relates to the Villanova University�s commitment to meeting the students with physical and cognitive disabilities. The proposed workshop will equip practicing teachers and administrators with a cutting-edge approach to meeting the needs of all learners in general and students with special needs in particular. The RTI workshop is intended for students in the Graduate Teacher Education, Master�s plus Certification, and Educational Leadership programs, as well advanced undergraduate Education students.
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Fall 2012 EDU 7295 - Response to Intervention Workshop The Response to Intervention (RTI) workshop relates to the Villanova University�s commitment to meeting the students with physical and cognitive disabilities. The proposed workshop will equip practicing teachers and administrators with a cutting-edge approach to meeting the needs of all learners in general and students with special needs in particular. The RTI workshop is intended for students in the Graduate Teacher Education, Master�s plus Certification, and Educational Leadership programs, as well advanced undergraduate Education students.
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Summer Session II - 2012 EDU 8678 - Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools An investigation of the complex issues of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and special education through intellectual inquiry and study. Students in the course will investigate the philosophical, theoretical, and historical foundations of multicultural education, gender education, and special education. CHR 8604 - Evaluation and Research Analysis of diverse types of educational and counseling research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper.
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Spring 2012 EDU 2300: Research Seminar in Education Analysis of diverse types of educational research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper. This course provides students an opportunity to become acquainted with the various approaches to inquiry in educational research and to design a small scale research project. Students will also learn how to locate, analyze and use both qualitative and quantitative research reports.
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Fall 2011 CHR 8604 - Evaluation and Research Analysis of diverse types of educational and counseling research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper.
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Summer Session II - 2011 EDU 8678 - Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools (TUESDAY THURSDAY - COHORT 1) An investigation of the complex issues of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and special education through intellectual inquiry and study. Students in the course will investigate the philosophical, theoretical, and historical foundations of multicultural education, gender education, and special education.
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Summer Session II - 2010 EDU 8678 - Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools An investigation of the complex issues of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and special education through intellectual inquiry and study. Students in the course will investigate the philosophical, theoretical, and historical foundations of multicultural education, gender education, and special education. CHR 8604 - Evaluation and Research Analysis of diverse types of educational and counseling research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper.
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Session 1 - 2010 Multiple Intelligences in Your Classroom: Curricular and Assessment Approaches (Course readings can be accessed via syllabus - Click This Link!) The purpose of this workshop
is to provide students in the Graduate Teacher Education program with an
opportunity to learn to better serve the needs of their students by
addressing their different learning styles. During the workshop, students
will read about the Theory of Multiple Intelligences (MI), engage in
role-playing activities that show how MI can influence the classroom
instruction dynamic, explore the literature on learning styles, and develop
teaching strategies for incorporating MI into classroom curriculum and
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Spring 2010 Dr. Edward Fierros and Dr. Maghan Keita present: Education, Race, Racism in Global Perspective Seminar (Course readings can be accessed via syllabus dates)
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Fall 2009 EDU 3263: Diversity and Inclusion in Schools Introduction to the physical and social characteristics of diverse and exceptional students between ages 3 and 21. Issues of diversity, inclusion and main streaming in light of recent legislation and court decisions. Problem cases, with an emphasis on the underprivileged, antisocial, and delinquent. Diversity and Inclusion Syllabus Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools An investigation of the complex issues of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and special education through intellectual inquiry and study. Students in the course will investigate the philosophical, theoretical, and historical foundations of multicultural education, gender education, and special education.
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Summer 2009 EDU 8678 - Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools An investigation of the complex issues of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and special education through intellectual inquiry and study. Students in the course will investigate the philosophical, theoretical, and historical foundations of multicultural education, gender education, and special education.
CHR 8604 - Evaluation and Research Analysis of diverse types of educational and counseling research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper.
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Spring 2009 EDU 8614 Curriculum and Assessment Recent research, trends, and issues in curriculum design and assessment. Purposes and types of curriculum and assessment in education. Analysis of curriculum documents; investigation of changing models of curriculum design and the trend towards outcomes-based curriculum planning. Connections among assessment, curriculum, and instruction. CHR 8604 Evaluation and Research The emphasis in this course will be on research that you can use in your future classroom or counseling practice. Each of you will be expected to think about a research topic related to your subject content area. You will then learn how to formulate several possible research hypotheses, decide on an appropriate approach to gathering data to test your hypotheses, analyze the results, and present a final write-up.
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Fall 2008 Dr. Edward Fierros and Dr. Maghan Keita present: Education, Race, Racism in Global Perspective Seminar (Course readings can be accessed via syllabus dates)
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Summer 2008 EDU 8678 - Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools (Monday and Wednesday) EDU 8678 - Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools (Tuesday and Thursday) An investigation of the complex issues of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and special education through intellectual inquiry and study. Students in the course will investigate the philosophical, theoretical, and historical foundations of multicultural education, gender education, and special education. CHR 8604 - Evaluation and Research Analysis of diverse types of educational and counseling research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper.
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Spring 2008 EDU 2300: Research Seminar in Education Analysis of diverse types of educational research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper. This course provides students an opportunity to become acquainted with the various approaches to inquiry in educational research and to design a small scale research project. Students will also learn how to locate, analyze and use both qualitative and quantitative research reports. EDU 2300 Course Syllabus (You will find links to electronic readings here)
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Fall 2007 - Workshop EDU 7293 - Student Differences: Sexual Orientation The purpose of this workshop is to provide students in the Graduate Teacher Education program with an opportunity to learn to better serve the needs of their Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (GLBTQ) students. During the workshop, students will read about GLBTQ students, engage in case studies and-role playing activities that deal with GLBTQ issues, watch and reflect on GLBTQ video presentations, listen to GLBTQ students, and develop strategies for addressing the needs of GLBTQ learners.
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Fall 2007 EDU 8678 - Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools An investigation of the complex issues of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and special education through intellectual inquiry and study. Students in the course will investigate the philosophical, theoretical, and historical foundations of multicultural education, gender education, and special education. CHR 8604 - Evaluation and Research Analysis of diverse types of educational and counseling research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper. |
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Summer 2007 EDU 8603: Educational Research Analysis of diverse types of educational research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper. This course provides students an opportunity to become acquainted with the various approaches to inquiry in educational research and to design a small scale research project. Students will also learn how to locate, analyze and use both qualitative and quantitative research reports.
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Spring 2007 EDU 2300: Research Seminar in Education Analysis of diverse types of educational research; familiarization with research resources and literature survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for, and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and write a research paper. This course provides students an opportunity to become acquainted with the various approaches to inquiry in educational research and to design a small scale research project. Students will also learn how to locate, analyze and use both qualitative and quantitative research reports. EDU 8614: Curriculum & Assessment Recent research, trends, and issues in curriculum design and assessment. Purposes and types of curriculum and assessment in education. Analysis of curriculum documents; investigation of changing models of curriculum design and the trend towards outcomes-based curriculum planning. Connections among assessment, curriculum, and instruction.
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Fall 2006 EDU 3263: Diversity and Inclusion in Schools Introduction to the physical and social characteristics of diverse and exceptional students between ages 3 and 21. Issues of diversity, inclusion and main streaming in light of recent legislation and court decisions. Problem cases, with an emphasis on the underprivileged, antisocial, and delinquent. EDU 2202 - Social Foundations of Education II Development of public and private education in America in its social and philosophical context; types of education, governmental activity in education, educational finance, religious and political influences, impact of European developments. This course is an appreciative study of the social, historical and political context for schooling in a multicultural, democratic society. EDU 7293 - Student Differences: Sexual Orientation The purpose of this workshop is to provide students in the Graduate Teacher Education program with an opportunity to learn to better serve the needs of their Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (GLBTQ) students. During the workshop, students will read about GLBTQ students, engage in case studies and-role playing activities that deal with GLBTQ issues, watch and reflect on GLBTQ video presentations, listen to GLBTQ students, and develop strategies for addressing the needs of GLBTQ learners.
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Spring 2006 EDU 3263: Diversity and Inclusion in Schools Syllabus Introduction to the physical and social characteristics of diverse and exceptional students between ages 3 and 21. Issues of diversity, inclusion and main streaming in light of recent legislation and court decisions. Problem cases, with an emphasis on the underprivileged, antisocial, and delinquent. EDU 8603: Educational Research Syllabus
Analysis of diverse types of
educational research; familiarization with research resources and literature
survey procedures; evaluation of educational research; its implications for,
and application to, educational practice; emphasis on the scientific methods
of investigation; development of competency to conduct a research study and
write a research paper. |
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Fall 2005 EDU 2202 - Social Foundations of Education II Development of public and private education in America in its social and philosophical context; types of education, governmental activity in education, educational finance, religious and political influences, impact of European developments. This course is an appreciative study of the social, historical and political context for schooling in a multicultural, democratic society. EDU 3263: Diversity and Inclusion in Schools Introduction to the physical and social characteristics of diverse and exceptional students between ages 3 and 21. Issues of diversity, inclusion and main streaming in light of recent legislation and court decisions. Problem cases, with an emphasis on the underprivileged, antisocial, and delinquent. EDU 8678 - Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools An investigation of the complex issues of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and special education through intellectual inquiry and study. Students in the course will investigate the philosophical, theoretical, and historical foundations of multicultural education, gender education, and special education. EDU 8678 Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools Course Readings |
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Fall 2004 EDU 3263: Diversity and Inclusion in Schools Introduction to the physical and social characteristics of diverse and exceptional students between ages 3 and 21. Issues of diversity, inclusion and main streaming in light of recent legislation and court decisions. Problem cases, with an emphasis on the underprivileged, antisocial, and delinquent. EDU 4292 Senior Seminar & Student Teaching The student teaching experience; elements of school law; current educational issues; use of computers in the classroom; relationship of practice to theory; sharing of experiences, common problems and alternative teaching practices; open to student teachers. EDU 8678 - Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools An investigation of the complex issues of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and special education through intellectual inquiry and study. Students in the course will investigate the philosophical, theoretical, and historical foundations of multicultural education, gender education, and special education. EDU 8678 Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools
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SPRING 2004 Development of public and private education in America in its social and philosophical context; types of education, governmental activity in education, educational finance, religious and political influences, impact of European developments. This course is an appreciative study of the social, historical and political context for schooling in a multicultural, democratic society. EDU 4292 Senior Seminar & Student Teaching The student teaching experience; elements of school law; current educational issues; use of computers in the classroom; relationship of practice to theory; sharing of experiences, common problems and alternative teaching practices; open to student teachers. EDU 8678 - Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools An investigation of the complex issues of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and special education through intellectual inquiry and study. Students in the course will investigate the philosophical, theoretical, and historical foundations of multicultural education, gender education, and special education. EDU 8678 Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools
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FALL 2003 Development of public and private education in America in its social and philosophical context; types of education, governmental activity in education, educational finance, religious and political influences, impact of European developments. This course is an appreciative study of the social, historical and political context for schooling in a multicultural, democratic society. EDU 4292 Senior Seminar & Student Teaching The student teaching experience; elements of school law; current educational issues; use of computers in the classroom; relationship of practice to theory; sharing of experiences, common problems and alternative teaching practices; open to student teachers. EDU 8678 - Multiculturalism, Gender, and Inclusion in Schools An investigation of the complex issues of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and special education through intellectual inquiry and study. Students in the course will investigate the philosophical, theoretical, and historical foundations of multicultural education, gender education, and special education. |
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Spring 2003 EDU 2201 - Social Foundations of Education I Major movements in the history of education with an emphasis on their social and philosophical context; historical development of educational aims, curriculum and types of education; religious and political influences on education. Through an exploration of texts and films we will approach education from the perspective of students, teachers, and schools. |
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EDU 2202 - Social Foundations of Education II Development of public and private education in America in its social and philosophical context; types of education, governmental activity in education, educational finance, religious and political influences, impact of European developments. This course is an appreciative study of the social, historical and political context for schooling in a multicultural, democratic society. |
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EDU 4292 Senior Seminar & Student Teaching The student teaching experience; elements of school law; current educational issues; use of computers in the classroom; relationship of practice to theory; sharing of experiences, common problems and alternative teaching practices; open to student teachers.
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Fall 2002 EDU 2202 - Social Foundations of Education II Development of public and private education in America in its social and philosophical context; types of education, governmental activity in education, educational finance, religious and political influences, impact of European developments. This course is an appreciative study of the social, historical and political context for schooling in a multicultural, democratic society. |
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EDU 4292 Senior Seminar & Student Teaching The student teaching experience; elements of school law; current educational issues; use of computers in the classroom; relationship of practice to theory; sharing of experiences, common problems and alternative teaching practices; open to student teachers. |
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