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EDU223Educational PsychologySpring 200910:20-11:20M-W-F
InstructorDon Burwell, Ph.DOfficeJewett 102PhoneOffice (459-5232)Cel (880-2739)OfficeHoursM-W-F 9:00 AMor by arrangemente-maildburwell@collegeofidaho.edu
This course introduces all three themes of the ACI Education Department Conceptual Framework with an emphasis on the theme “Constructivist Learning”.The Course also emphasizes the following Idaho Core Teacher Principles:
Principle #2: The teacher understands how children learn and develop, and can provide learningopportunities that support their intellectual, social and personal development.Principle #3: The teacher understands how students differ in their approaches to learning and createsinstructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse learners.Principle #5: The teacher uses an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to createa learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.Principle #8: The teacher understands and uses formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate andensure the continuous intellectual, social and physical development of the learner.
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Educational Psychology (9th Ed.)Robert Slavin
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
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The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the theory and practice of educational psychology.The course is designed to introduce psychological principles, theories, and methodologies applicable toissues of teaching and learning in school settings.
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Understanding the Learning Process
- In this theme you will be introduced to the theories and practices of educational psychology.You will explore:
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theories of human development
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how learning occurs
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how students differ in their approaches to learning
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 processes of individual and group motivation.
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Integrating Technology
- You will be expected to develop skills in using technology to enhanceinstruction.
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Reflecting on Experiences
- During this class, you will begin (or continue) the process of creating your teaching portfolio.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
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To acquire an understanding of how learning occurs (how students construct knowledge, acquireskills, and develop habits of mind).
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To develop an understanding of how students differ in their approaches to learning.
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To develop an understanding of brain-based learning.
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To develop strategies for encouraging student involvement in learning.
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To recognize how children’s learning is influenced by individual experiences, talents, and prior learning.
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To develop an understanding of the processes of individual and group motivation.
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To construct a portfolio which will be used to assess acceptance into the Education Program.
COURSE EVALUATION
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Attendance and participation in class activities (10% of grade):Discussion and other forms of active learning constitute the framework of this class This includesutilizing the class HYPERLINK "http://edu223s2009.worpress.com/"blog). Your attendance isrequired for class time on campus.You will receive four points per class meeting for attendance. One point of your attendance scorewill be deducted per tardy.Quizzes (30% of grade): There will be 3 quizzes over content in text, lecture and class discussions.Class assignments (50%) including, but not limited to the following:Power Point presentation and reflection on a Developmental TheoryA short (4-6 page) paper on Brain-Based LearningCog Lab Activity and reflectionA short (4-6 page) paper on Learning TheoryA short (4-6 page) paper on MotivationFinal Examination (10% of grade)
CLASS SCHEDULE:
WEEK CHAPTERSTOPICS
Week 12/23-2/227Introduction to the classBlog;Chapter 1Course overviewtongue depressor activity pollWhat makes for effective teaching?Week 23/2-3/6Chapter 2Theories of DevelopmentCognitive Development-PiagetSchema; Stages of DevelopmentWeek 33/9-3/13Ch. 2Cognitive Development-VygotskyTheories of DevelopmentPsychosocial Development-Erickson MoralDevelopment-Piaget, Kohlberg, Hoffman (ppts)Week 43/16-3/20Ch. 3Childhood & Adolescent DevelopmentIdentity, self concept, self esteem, self efficacyQuiz #1Week 53/23-3/27How the Brain WorksThe Cognitive RevolutionBrain DevelopmentWeek 63/30-4/3Ch. 4 pp. 127-134Brain-based learningQuiz #2Brain-Based Paper due4/6-4/10Spring Break Week 74/13-4/17Ch. 5Behavioral theories of learningThorndike, Skinner, BanduraWeek 84/20-4/24Ch. 6Cognitive theories of learningInformation ProcessingCog Lab Reflection dueWeek 94/27-5/1Ch. 6MemoryMetacognitionQuis #3
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