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disciplines which have contributed to the knowledge of learning and
teaching; (4) emphasize the factors which facilitate learning; and (5)
identify the role of the teacher in the learning environment.

EDUC 503 STATISTICAL METHODS IN EDUCATION
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
Problems in statistical analysis taken from education and psychology,
including computation and interpretation of averages, introduction to
hypothesis testing, and coefficients of correlation, are emphasized.
Some attention is given to an understanding of partial and multiple
correlations as these relate to various complexities dealing with
problems commonly faced in research in education.

EDUC 505 RECENT ISSUES IN EDUCATION
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
Emphasis in this course is upon the analysis of selected recent issues in
education for critical study. It further includes emphasis upon broad
reading of the research and literature in order to appraise current issues
in terms of needs of children and society.

EDUC 507 HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
(ADVANCED)
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
The course is planned to place emphasis on the study of the
characteristics of human growth at each stage of development. Special
emphasis will be placed on the implications for education. Practical
work in the study of children, adolescents and/or youth is required.
Instruction and practice in the writing of a child-study report is also
given.

EDUC 508 PRINCIPLES AND PHILOSOPHY OF PUPIL SERVICES
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
A study of the principles and philosophy of the total program of pupil
services is emphasized. Specific attention is given to the basic

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