This course explores the interdisciplinary issues associated with gerontology and aging. Topics include social, biological, cognitive theories; differences in issues related to environment and gender; and future implications for service organizations and policy makers in relation to an aging society. Students will understand the individual aging process related to psychological, economic, cultural, and health issues. Students will critically assess the practical implications of an aging population, its social significance, and its effect on society at large in relation to policy, services, living environments, retirement, social support, family relationships, and diseases of older adulthood.

This course explores the structure, function, and culture of community organizations, and the ways in which social scientists can use qualitative and quantitative data to inform decision-making, identify and address needs, and evaluate processes and outcomes. Students will read and analyze a variety of case studies and approaches that address these issues.

This course teaches students how to critically analyze, interpret, and apply statistical concepts to research in education and the social sciences. The focus is on a quantitative approach to the concepts and methods of statistical inference. Topics include sampling, frequency distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, and probability. Statistical analyses covered include correlation, regression, t-tests, nonparametric tests, and Analysis of Variance. Basic research design issues are also addressed focusing on selecting data analysis techniques to appropriately address research questions and to apply the concepts covered to various psychological problems and realistic situations. Emphasis is on developing skills in interpreting statistical results presented in research articles.

This course provides a sufficiently broad yet detailed exposure to the realities of teaching English language learners. The course is designed to prepare students to deliver content area instruction to English language learners with diverse abilities using the sheltered instruction approach. This course is only available for students enrolled in the Post Baccalaureate Teaching Certificate.

This course focuses on the development of teaching competencies, basic principles and new trends of instruction and curriculum development in secondary school Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM). The course content is designed to help students develop the necessary knowledge, skills, and dispositions to implement inquiry-based, developmentally appropriate STEM lessons. Unit planning, laboratory activities, evaluation strategies and math and science learning centers are emphasized. This course is only available for students enrolled in the Post Baccalaureate Teaching Certificate.

This course is designed to prepare future secondary educators to effectively teach history and social sciences. Through a combination of theory, practical application, and reflection, students will explore key methods for developing engaging and meaningful history-social science lessons that meet national and state standards. Topics covered include curriculum development, primary source analysis, inquiry-based learning, technology integration, assessment strategies, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
Throughout the course, participants will progressively build a comprehensive unit plan, incorporating strategies for diverse learners, digital literacy, and controversial issue discussions. The course emphasizes critical thinking, civic engagement, and the development of historical inquiry skills. By the end of the course, students will have a complete, standards-aligned unit plan that demonstrates their ability to create inclusive, rigorous, and relevant history-social science instruction.

This course is designed to enhance knowledge of and exposure to instructional methods in secondary English Language Arts (ELA). Participants will explore and evaluate a range of teaching strategies aimed at developing students' reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language skills in alignment with secondary ELA standards. Emphasis will be placed on creating lesson plans and units that integrate diverse texts and materials to meet the cultural, linguistic, and socio-economic needs of all students. Throughout the course, participants will analyze formative and summative assessments to effectively measure student proficiency and provide targeted feedback to improve instruction. Additionally, educators will learn to incorporate technology tools to increase student engagement and facilitate learning. The course will also focus on evaluating strategies to foster critical thinking and analytical skills, particularly when engaging with literature, informational texts, and media literacy. By the end of the course, educators will be equipped with the tools and knowledge to create inclusive, engaging, and effective learning environments that support the development of essential ELA skills in secondary students. This course is only available for students enrolled in the Post Baccalaureate Teaching Certificate.

This is the second course of a three part practice teaching and seminar series designed to prepare students to teach in secondary schools. At a qualified school site under the supervision of a mentor teacher and university supervisor, students will develop an understanding of instructional planning and delivery to make content comprehensible, assess learning, support the needs of diverse learners, maintain a safe learning environment and incorporate reflective practices for their own professional development. This course contains a synchronous component each week. This course is only available for students enrolled in the Post Baccalaureate Teaching Certificate.