PSY 201 - Educational Psychology

 
Description
This course explores learning in an educational setting. Topics include theories of learning and teaching, the effects of digital methodologies, nature and development of the child, adolescent and adult learner, creativity, individual difference, standardized testing and classroom and on-line interaction.

1. Define the major theoretical positions central to the field of Educational Psychology.
2. Discuss ethical and practical applications of these theories in contemporary educational settings.
3. Compare parameters differentiating the child, adolescent and adult learner.
4. Analyze the characteristics of good standardized and teacher-made learning assessments.
5. Demonstrate classroom discipline strategies.
6. Analyze legal mandates for teachers and educational institutions.
7. Categorize the requirements for teacher licensing exams.
8. Explain methods of research and the ethics governing research.
9. Discuss the value of dedication to teaching.
10. Compare on-line, in-class and hybrid learning strategies.

1. Major educational development theories
2. Diversity: racial, ethnic, gender, physical and mental challenges
3. Learning, motivational, and classroom management theories
4. Characteristics used to evaluate standardized and teacher-made learning assessments
5. State and national licensing exams for teachers
6. On-line and classroom learning and discipline strategies
7. Federal and state laws regarding education
8. Research methods in educational psychology
9. Ethics in research, the classroom, school systems and with parents
10. Teacher burnout

• Communication
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

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