DEPT 566. SPTP: Subject Matter Studies
Graduate students may take selected graduate-level versions of upper-level (300-400 level) undergraduate courses in the academic departments at St. Lawrence. In order to enroll, the student must have permission of the instructor, who will provide a separate syllabus (or addendum) with appropriate graduate-level expectations, assignments, and grading criteria. The courses will be transcripted under the departmental title (e.g., English 566, SPTP: Shakespeare’s Tragedies). Graduate students must consult the undergraduate schedule of courses to determine appropriate courses; students must receive permission from the instructor as well as approval by the graduate advisor prior to registration for the course.
EDAD/EDUC/EDPS 547E. Relationship Between Families & School
This course will explore different family systems that teachers and administrators face when forming relationships between the parents or guardians of students in the public schools, and it will examine strategies needed to build successful relationships with the parents or guardians of a diverse student body. First, students will conduct an in-depth analysis of different kinds of modern family systems encountered in the schools. Second, students will develop effective conflict resolution skills to counteract disputes that may arise between families and schools. Finally, students will discuss proper strategies and techniques for improving relationships between different types of families and the schools, and they will explore the partnerships that can be formed if the resolution of conflict is successful.
EDAD 550. Organization and Leadership of School Districts
A study of the governance of modern school districts from the perspective of federal, State, regional and local levels. Emphasis is on the daily operation of an educational organization in a dynamic society and profession.
EDAD 561. Accountability in Athletic & P.E. Programs
This class is designed to provide students with the opportunity to examine the role of assessment for the purpose of determining program accountability in physical education and athletics. Types of assessments, implementation strategies, and use of results will be analyzed. The course format will include lecture, analysis of case studies, and/or group discussions coupled with independent research. A project developed in the area of student interest is required.
EDAD 565. Independent Study in Educational Leadership
Research projects in the area of school leadership designed to expand the knowledge base of the student in his/her acquisition of the Essential Characteristics of Effective Leadership and the Content Requirements.
EDAD 582. Current Research in Educational Leadership
This course is organized around case studies that illustrate the need for reliance upon a research base to resolve the issue at hand. Both potential and practicing administrators review and discuss current research relative to issues such as class size, length and sequence of instructional periods, effectiveness of particular teaching approaches, arrangement and size of physical space, etc. A strategic planning model for using the research findings in making educational decisions is explored, with an emphasis on shared decision-making. Each participant will be asked to become a mini-expert on a particular topic or question and to share his or her expertise with the class in the form of a presentation and related readings.
EDAD 591. Internship in Educational Leadership
Supervised experience in various areas of school leadership for a select number of advanced matriculated graduate students in the leadership program. Prerequisites are satisfactory completion of 18 hours or required course work and related 60 hours of supervised field work.
EDAD 599. Curriculum Development
An applied, project-oriented course focusing on school curriculum development from an instructional and administrative perspective. Issues such as needs analysis, financing, staffing, scheduling and evaluation are explored. The format consists of classroom-based activities, independent project development and evaluation, and project presentations. Emphasis is generally K-12.
EDAD 566. SPTP: Constructivist Practices & School Leadership (coming soon!)
(7/21 - 7/25)
This course will be taught at in conjunction with the 2009 Constructivist Design Conference, July 20-24, 2009. The course will meet from 8:30am – 4:340pm daily. Students will investigate the nature and strategies of constructivist practice in schools, with an emphasis on the ways in which school leaders support the incorporation of constructivism into classroom practice and the school environment. In addition to daily class meetings, students will have opportunity to attend the conference, shadow the work of other educator teams involved in strategic planning, and attend workshops and lectures offered at the conference. In addition to readings from texts and articles to be assigned, and students will complete a post-conference paper based on learning and reflections throughout the weeklong conference.
EDPS 509. Seminar in Human Sexuality for Counselors
A survey of the physiology and psychology of human sexual response. The varieties of sexual behaviors and values will be explored along with particular problems of sexual functioning which are often brought to counselors. Adequate opportunity will be provided for students to examine myths about sex and to explore their own values with regard to masculine and feminine roles in contemporary society and various forms of sexual behavior.
EDPS 518. Elementary School Guidance
This course is designed to help counselors, teachers and administrators develop practical approaches for elementary school guidance. Topics include child development, individual and group counseling, new student screening and the committee on the handicapped. Special emphasis will be placed on design and implementation of classroom guidance activities.
EDPS 525. Integrating Seminar for Counselors
A seminar for a small number of students for the purpose of studying in-depth topics and problems in the field of counseling. The specific topics may be determined in advance by the instructor or by groups in planning sessions. Prerequisites: EDPS 582 and permission of the coordinator of the CD program.
EDPS 547. Counseling Children & Adolescents (coming soon!)
(Akwesasne 5/19-6/18 in Hogansburg - T/W/Th)
An investigation of the issues faced in counseling individuals who are not yet adults - children and adolescents. The course will examine how research and theory on child and adolescent development impacts counseling approaches and strategies. It will also examine some of the most significant issues young people face - development of identity, changes in family structure, and societal values - and how counselors working in schools and community agencies can help children and adolescents to cope and adapt successfully.
EDPS 574. Psychopathology in Counseling
Human behavior is considered from a contemporary perspective for abnormal and maladaptive functioning. A range of mental and emotional disorders are systematically examined, and counseling implications are related to the topics discussed. Identification of disturbed behavior is emphasized and the efficacy of various treatment approaches is evaluated.
EDPS 575. Clinical Interventions in Mental Health
The design of the course focuses on the development of clinical skills of students in mental health counseling. Skill development includes theoretical conceptualizations, diagnosis, treatment planning, ethical considerations, and factors that enhance and impede the treatment process. Students will also clarify their theoretical orientation and implement techniques and interventions within the context of working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Other areas of emphasis will include logistical concerns, consultation, referrals, and prevention programs and services.
EDUC 500. Research Project in Education
This course provides an opportunity for independent research as a culmination of the M. Ed. in General Studies in Education. The project requires development of a research topic using a review of contemporary literature. Guidelines for the course expectations are available from the Coordinator of the program.
EDUC 507. Philosophy of Education
The background, nature and significance of various educational problems are considered from both the theoretical and practical viewpoints. Some contrasting viewpoints on educational goals, on solving educational problems and on evaluating educational outcomes are considered.
EDUC/EDAD/EDPS 515. Conflict Resolution
A study of and an involvement of class members in the resolution of conflict on at least four levels: (1) interpersonal (within oneself), (2) one-to-one (as in marriage), (3) small group (as in negotiations) and (4) large group (as in national conflicts, revolutions, riots, etc.).
EDUC 519. Educational Statistics and Research
Educational Statistics and Research is designed to assist students in the examination and understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods. This examination process is facilitated by the close scrutiny of educational literature and engaging in the presentation and working through of research problems. The rationale of the course is to: (1) increase intentional awareness of the research process, (2) evaluate articles in the professional literature, and (3) apply research and evaluation.
EDUC 530. Constructivist Practices in Learner Centered Classrooms
How does a teacher or administrator implement constructivist strategies for today’s learner centered classroom? This course will examine classroom strategies based on the learning theory of constructivism in which students are believed to learn by constructing new understandings of relationships and phenomena (Brooks & Brooks, 1993) in the world around them. Students evaluate the impact of constructivist strategies on student learning and achievement; students will experience learner-centered strategies and apply them in their own teaching situations. Among the strategies explored are eliciting student’s prior knowledge, use of hands-on activities, working in cooperative and collaborative groups, inquiry based questions, self and peer assessment, reflective practices, and authentic performance based assessment activities.
EDUC 548. Educational Tests, Measurements and Evaluation
The course assists students in the analysis of the theories, techniques and philosophical positions of testing. It considers the evaluation of pupil progress and achievement by means of teacher constructed tests. It reviews standardized tests of intelligence, aptitude, achievement, interest, and personality with emphasis on interpretation and use of results. The rationale of the course is to foster an informed consumer stance of psychological and educational tests and assessment procedures.
EDUC 566. SPTP: Pedagogical Content Studies
New sections of this special topics course will be planned and offered every year. Each course will be designed by content and pedagogy experts to focus on content to be taught in the secondary curriculum in public schools, and aligned with the New York State Learning Standards. Course development will be accomplished in coordination with the regional schools to provide opportunity for initially certified teachers to meet professional certification requirements accomplish their professional development plans. Details regarding the studies can be obtained from the department of education.
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