Online and On-Campus Course Schedule
The course schedule below should be used as an example. Contact your admission representative to discuss your specific course schedule. No part time options are available for this program.
Year 1
Term 1
Introduction to Curriculum and Pedagogy in Urban Schools | EDUC 670 | 4 Units
A general introduction to curriculum and instruction (pedagogy) affecting teaching and learning across disciplines, grade levels, and different social contexts of schooling.
Contexts for Educational Equity, Access, and Agency | EDUC 671 | 3 Units
Examine how environmental, pedagogical, and curricular choices can be cultivated with greater knowledge of culture, gender, orientation, race, learning differences and language.
Integrated Language Development Across the Curriculum | EDUC 672 | 3 Units
Identify connections between language, literacy, and learning in school, across all content areas.
Term 2
Applications of Curriculum and Pedagogy, Part A | EDUC 673 | 4 Units
Apply content-area knowledge utilizing a repertoire of pedagogical practices responsive to the needs and interests of diverse learners.
Identifying and Teaching to Student Differences | EDUC 674 | 3 Units
Examine learner behavior, ability, and language to access strategies to differentiate, scaffold, and assess learning.
Literacy Development and Instruction in Elementary Education | EDUC 675 | 3 Units
Apply a balanced, integrated, and interactive perspective to teaching reading/language arts in K-8 classrooms.
Literacy Development and Instruction in Secondary Education | EDUC 676 | 3 Units
Integrate literacy instruction within your content area by creating authentic opportunities for learners to develop literacy skills.
Year 2
Term 1
Applications of Curriculum and Pedagogy, Part B | EDUC 677 | 4 Units
Prepare to apply curricular principles to lesson development and determine how content should be delivered to maximize learning.
Applying Knowledge and Strategies for Teaching All Students | EDUC 678 | 2 Units
Applying knowledge and strategies to differentiate instruction for all students.
Blended Learning Experiences for Students in Urban Schools | EDUC 679 | 2 Units
Design, implement, and evaluate technology-rich learning environments to customize and individualize learning opportunities and assessments for K-12 students.
Additional Options
Gifted Certificate Only: Students pursuing the Gifted Education Certificate are required to take an additional course.
Responding to Gifted Students | EDUC 684 | 4 Units
Uncover beliefs and misconceptions related to recognizing and responding to diverse gifted students and develop teaching strategies for high ability students.
Program Contact
Estevan R. Hernandez
Senior Assistant Director, Office of Admission and Scholarships