Course Description
Advanced study of special topics in curriculum and teaching. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor; Notes: May be repeated up to three times for credit when topic varies.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Analyze a special topic in curriculum and instruction.
- Evaluate research and scholarship relevant to the topic.
- Synthesize multiple perspectives on the topic under study.
- Apply theory and research to issues of curriculum or teaching practice.
- Communicate a reasoned argument about the topic in writing or presentation.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Scholarly Literature Review and Critical Analysis | 30 points |
| Theory-to-Practice Application Project | 30 points |
| Scholarly Position Paper and Conference-Style Presentation | 40 points |
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 94-100 | A |
| 90-93 | A- |
| 87-89 | B+ |
| 84-86 | B |
| 80-83 | B- |
| 79 and below | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance and Participation are not graded components of this course
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.