EDUC - 3550 Applying Educational Psychology (3)

Explores current educational psychology and research. Includes advanced examination of major theories of learning as well as the role of physical, social, cultural, emotional, linguistic, and economic factors on learning. Expands working knowledge of assessment constructs and ability to interpret test results as they relate to student learning and effective teaching. Analyzes current best practices in classroom management. Requires 15 hours of field experience. Instructional Method: Lecture-Discussion. Fall, Spring, Summer. Prerequisite: For EDEC and EMED majors: EDUC 2330 Child Development or equivalent and additionally, for EMED majors: EDUC 3321 Effective Teaching for Diverse Students. For EDEC: None and for EMED: EMED 3400, EMED 3404, EMED 3405, EMED 3420, EMED 3425.