Summer 2008 | Fall 2008 | Spring 2009

All courses are approved for Act 48 credit unless indicated otherwise.

Course listings in the catalog and rating sheets all end in "1". The last digit of the course numbers below correspond to the semester it is being offered as follows: 1 = fall, 2 = spring, 3 = summer. (Exception: PAX courses) Note: TBA = To Be Announced

Summer 2008

Action Research Project Presentations: July 26, 2008, 8:30 a.m. The public is invited.

EDI 613** The Bullying Phenomenon in Schools: How Can We Create Healthy School Communities? (1SH) Judy Mullet
Focuses on recognizing the bully-victim-bystander power dynamic that perpetuates overt and covert bullying in school and cyber-bullying in the community. Participants will explore research-based strategies for developing healthy school climates and patterns of relating to others that discourages harmful behaviors among students and educators. The course presents a restorative approach to discipline when bullying occurs in schools. May 16-17, Friday 5-10 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

EDLA 613 Adolescent/Young Adult Literature (ONLINE) (3SH) Mark Hogan
Concentrates on literature written for and by adolescent/young adult readers while relying on works typically classified as young adult literature as well as literary “classics” found within the curriculum for middle, junior and senior high classrooms. Employs reader-response theory. June 9-Aug. 8

EDDN 633** Research in Risk & Resiliency (ONLINE) (3SH) Sarah Armstrong
Analyzes research bases for understanding risk and resiliency and explores protective factors within the child, family, and community which enable resilience and mitigate risk factors. June 9-Aug. 8

EDLA 553 Developing An Effective Schoolwide Reading Program (3SH) Katrina Maynard
Provides practical knowledge about developing and implementing K-12 reading programs. Develops the strategies and understandings needed to provide a diverse student body with effective reading instruction. Emphasizes professional development, leadership and advocacy for reading specialists. June 16-20, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

EDLA 603** Multicultural Children’s Literature (3SH) Jean Hawk
Explores multicultural literature for children in a variety of genre. Elementary classroom activities including critical thinking and writing are demonstrated. June 16-20, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

EDCI 503 Curriculum & Instructional Strategies (3SH) Cathy Smeltzer Erb
Examines the philosophical foundations of curriculum development and implementation. Curriculum mapping, interdisciplinary inquiry, activity curricula, and culturally responsive development will be discussed. June 23-27, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

EDDA 503 At-Risk Issues in School & Community (3SH) Wanda Suarez
Serves as a forum for engaging dialogue among educators, counselors, law enforcement personnel, social service agents, and other community service workers regarding at-risk issues. Emphasizes current trends and program development models empowering collaboration within communities. June 23-27, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

EDI 593 Assessing & Developing Word Knowledge in the Elementary Grades (1SH) Kathy Ganske
Kathy Ganske, author of Word Journeys, teaches this course. Focuses on the systematic teaching of phonics, spelling, and vocabulary in beginning, transitional, and intermediate readers. Knowing what to teach and when will be emphasized. June 30 - July 1, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

EDCC 503** Creating Cultures of Change: Constructivist Environments (3SH) Jean Hawk
Explores practical implications of constructivist theory in classrooms. Emphasizes concepts such as reflective practice, student-centered learning, and processes for change. July 7-11, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

EDDT 583* Language & Culture (3SH) Jeannie Krimmel
Enables students to gain a deeper understanding of the intricate ways in which culture and language influence each other. Surveys the basics of sociolinguistics and language policy through case studies from communities around the world. Includes a critical evaluation of the role of culture in the second-language classroom. July 7-9, 14-15, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

EDCC 523** Peacebuilding & Conflict Resolution (3SH) Judy Mullet
Explores peacebuilding and conflict resolution within educational contexts. Focuses on peaceable climates and conflict transformation approaches and integrates peace curricula for individual classroom settings and within specific schools. July 14-18, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

EDDA 513** Teaching Diverse Learners (3SH) Luke Hartman
Focuses on the application of integrated strategies, differentiated instruction, curriculum compacting, and adaptations for diverse populations, i.e. students served under alternative education, special education services, ESL, and gifted/talented programs. July 14-18, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

EDLA 523 Integrated Literacy Instruction (3SH) Don Steiner
Focuses on literacy learning throughout the curriculum and addresses integrated, interdisciplinary approaches to learning in K-12 classrooms. The course will explore instructional strategies, materials, and issues that impact the development and extension of literacy across the content areas. Technology as a tool for literacy will be an integral part of designing appropriate instruction. The role of research in learning, and specifically in reading and writing, will be a focus area. July 21-25, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

EDDN 513** Teaming & Collaboration (3SH) Kay Frunzi
Focuses on collaborative strategies for teaming among educators, parents, and community agencies. Examines models of consensus building, team leadership, team planning, collaborative strategies, and school-community partnerships within the context of inclusive classrooms and transition programs for at-risk learners. July 21-25, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

EDDT 553* Methods of Teaching ESL/FL (3SH) Carmen Rowe
Emphasizes theory, practical methods, assessment and materials design, and development for teachers teaching English as a second language and foreign language. July 28-Aug. 1, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

EDDS 513 Foundations & Procedural Issues in Special Education (3SH) Jim Cox
Focuses on recent changes within special education policy and law that directly impact the classroom teacher. Presents ways to use internet services to keep current with procedural issues. Aug. 4-8, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Fall 2008

M.A. in Education Orientation Date: Saturday, September 6, 2008, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Action Research Project Presentations: November 15, 2008, 8:30 a.m. The public is invited.

EDPC 521 Teacher Work Samples (1SH)) Don Steiner
(Replaces EDPC 501 Reflective Practice Portfolio.) Integrates knowledge with professional practice through the assessment of contextual factors and the analysis of student learning. Five core propositions of the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) are examined. Required by candidates participating in the curriculum transition who have not addressed NBPTS standards. Sept. 5, Oct. 3-4, Nov. 14-15, Fridays 6-9 p.m., Saturdays 8:30 a.m.- noon.

EDPC 611 Action Research Project (3SH)) Jim Cox, Susan Finn Miller, Don Steiner, & Mike Young
Incorporates a written report and delivery of a student-designed action research project. Under Faculty mentor supervision, Action Research Projects may take a variety of formats: curriculum resstructuring projects, staff development projects, research for public policy change, research for publication, etc. Prerequisite: EDCC 552 Action Research in Educational Settings.

EDDT 591* ESL Assessment & Support (3SH) Eugenia Krimmel
Explores assessment tools and practices as they relate to second language learners. Emphasizes the assessing and monitoring of oral language, reading and writing, and content area subjects. Examines support services both in language acquisition and content learning. Sept. 12-13, 19-20, Oct. 10-11, 24-25, Nov. 14-15, Fridays 6-9 p.m., Saturdays 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

EDDS 611 Curriculum & Instruction Support for Special Education Students (3SH) Kathy Setlock & Robin Felty
Addresses research and best practice in curriculum development, instructional planning and behavior management to support students with high incidence disabilities: cognitive (MR), learning (LD), and emotional needs (ED). Emphasizes culturally sensitive integration of students into family life, schools and community programs and services. Sept. 12-13, 26-27, Oct. 10-11, 24-25, Nov. 1, Fridays 6-9 p.m., Saturdays 8:30-3:00 p.m.

EDLA 501*** Foundations of Literacy (3SH)
Examines the psychological, social and linguistic components of the developmental processes of reading and writing including phonemic awareness, alphabetic code, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Emphasizes the importance of appropriate instruction and materials according to the child’s developmental stage. Includes 20 hour practicum/clinical activities. Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20, Dec. 4, 11, 18, Thursdays, 4:15-7:30 PM

EDCC 531 Social & Ethical Issues in Education (2 or 3SH) Mike Young
Examines educational and ethical values through discussion of case studies and current issues in education. Analyzes how public policy in education is shaped via the community’s social and ethical concerns. (2 SH with Assistant Director's permission.) Sept. 12-13, 26-27, Oct. 10-11, 24-25, Nov. 7-8, Fridays 6-9 p.m., Saturdays 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

EDI 621** Restorative Discipline: Accountability & Restoration in Schools (1SH)
Designed for teachers, counselors, administrators, social workers, and others who work with discipline issues in K-12 schools. Applies restorative justice principles to individual student, classroom, school, and community practices that support safe, caring schools. Participants learn how to facilitate classroom meetings and family group conferences. TBA, Friday 5-10 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

EDIC 511 Teaching Middle East Issues to Middle & High School Students (3SH) Elias George & David Miron
Examines the historical, political and cultural context of the Middle East. Students will participate in a one-day study seminar to Washington, D C. TBA, Fridays 6-9 p.m., Saturdays 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

EDPC 601 Literacy Practicum (3SH)
Supervised by a graduate faculty mentor. 60 hours of field experience will take place in a setting necessary to complete the literacy track requirements. TBA

Spring 2009

M.A. in Education Orientation Date: To be announced

Action Research Project Presentations: March 7, 2009, 8:30 a.m. The public is invited.

Graduation Ceremony Date: April 26, 2009, 1:00 p.m., Harrisonburg, VA

EDDT 583* Language & Culture (ONLINE) (3SH)
Enables students to gain a deeper understanding of the intricate ways in which culture and language influence each other. Surveys the basics of sociolinguistics and language policy through case studies from communities around the world. Includes a critical evaluation of the role of culture in the second-language classroom. TBA

EDDT 572* Language Acquisition & Grammar (3SH)
Explores current topics and issues in the study of language acquisition, language development, and grammar. Offers teachers practical ideas for teaching grammar in the context of today’s classroom. TBA, weeknights

EDIC 542 Self Care & Renewal of Teachers (3SH)
Understanding and caring for self is foundational for dealing with stress and to understanding and caring deeply for others. This course is designed to give practical suggestions for enhancing self-awareness and positive involvement with others as a basis for effective teaching. The 13 Components of Emotional Intelligence will be a significant frame of reference for achieving this goal. TBA, Fridays 6-9 p.m., Saturdays 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

EDCC 552 Action Research in Educational Settings (3SH) Don Steiner & Mike Young
Examines quantitative and qualitative research studies which have impacted education. Presents action research theory and design so that students may apply action research to their individual programs. Prerequisite: EDPC 501 Reflective Practice Portfolio and admission to candidacy. Jan. 23-24, Feb. 13-14, March 6-7, April 3-4, May 8-9, Fridays 6-9 p.m., Saturdays 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

EDDS 602 Advocacy Issues Within Special Education (3SH)
Recognizes the impact and importance of decision-making and the dynamics of advocacy. Includes but is not limited to current topics such as impact of health and medical issues, self determination by and for students, selection and implementation of instructional and assistive technologies, and creating safe psychological and physical environments. TBA, Fridays 6-9 p.m., Saturdays 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

EDDS 502 Technology to Enhance Learning (3SH)
Focuses on strategies and delivery systems of instruction which are now available to teachers through the use of technology. Investigates how a wide range of electronic information technology might affirm core values and promote excellent teaching practices. Emphasizes hands-on learning. TBA, Fridays 6-9 p.m., Saturdays 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

EDLA 542*** Literacy Assessment (3SH)
Designed to focus on assessment as the basis for instruction. Teachers will learn to administer multiple assessments to diagnose and document a student’s literacy development. Teachers will also examine the design and purpose of national, state, and district assessments. Includes 20 hour practicum/clinical activities. Prerequisite: EDLA 501 Foundations of Literacy or instructor’s permission. TBA