Mar 28, 2024  
2020-2021 Graduate Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

GED 631 - Learning, Development and Individual Differences

This course will engage students in examining learning theories from birth through early adulthood. Students will examine how language, culture, and family background influence learning.  Students will consider how development impacts learning at all stages and implications for effective instruction for children with exceptionalities. Students will participate by attending class and engaging in learning activities online.  Activities will include opportunities designing lessons, rubrics, concept maps, and strategy logs related to course content.  Students will also engage in self-directed learning by selecting a relevant topic to explore and present, to further engage and expand their learning and that of their classmates.  All activities throughout the course are designed to provide students with an opportunity to apply course content to current or prospective practice.  Students will also be required to write up a reflection and synthesis of their learning throughout the course.

Credits: 3 cr.