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Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
This course is designed to have students sense science from a
developmental point of view. Attention is given to a study of science
programs as these relate to and satisfy curriculum expectations in
today's world.

EDUC 543 CURRICULUM AND TECHNOLOGY
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
Curriculum and Technology is a course designed to provide the
graduate student with the instructional uses of technology that can be
used to promote curriculum reform. This course examines the essential
principles of curriculum and instruction. Course Topics emphasize the
application of teaching and learning theories to promote the
development of curriculum and management in the learning
environment. An introduction to, and application of technology will be
provided to enhance learning and enable the candidate to teach within
a global society. The nature of the computer, relative and
contemporary software, the Internet, multi-media technologies, and
application of telecommunications are presented. Specific experiences
within a school based setting are also provided so that the graduate
student can observe, work with school children, and apply the concepts
and skills emphasized within the course.

EDUC 544 PRINCIPLES AND TECHNIQUES OF READING
INSTRUCTION
Prerequisites: Admission to REED
Credits: 3
This course is designed to broaden and deepen each student's
knowledge and understanding of the reading process and its
development at the various levels of schooling. This is a foundations-
in-reading course and should be the first taken in the REED program.
Focus is on the nature of literacy and the nature of the English language.
Students are given opportunities to explore uses of electronics in
development of reading ability and in reading programs. Software is
examined and critiqued.

EDUC 545 READING IN THE CONTENT AREAS
Prerequisites: EDUC 544

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