EDUC 593 - Advanced Study of Teaching Special Populations

This advanced course is designed to (1) cover Standard 2 of the Standards of Quality and Effectiveness for Advanced Course Work for the Multiple Subject and Single Subject Professional Clear Teaching Credential (September 25, 2003); (2) create opportunities to apply skills and abilities in the Required Elements for Standard 2 in real-world settings; and (3) examine contemporary theories and research that inform pedagogical practices for working with students with a variety of social and educational needs in general education classrooms. The course also incorporates key concepts and skills from Standards 1 (health), 3 (technology), 15 (academic content and subject-specific pedagogy), and 17 (supporting equity, diversity, and access to the core curriculum). The course fulfills a requirement for the Clear Professional Credential and counts toward the Master of Arts degree. Students must hold a valid California Preliminary Teaching Credential, hold or be working toward a Master of Arts degree, and be currently teaching in an elementary or secondary-school classroom.

Pre-req: Instructor permission
1 to 3 credits