Courses

EDUCATION

The summer Education and Teaching Credential Program at Occidental College presents a unique opportunity for any student considering elementary or secondary school teaching as a career. Undergraduate and graduate students may choose from  courses to explore or conclude a teaching credential or Master of Arts in Teaching degree program. (Please see the Graduate and Education Department sections of the College Catalog for admission requirements and details.)

205/505. The Politics and Pedagogy of First and Second Language Acquisition
Analysis of the English language development of listening, speaking, reading, writing and thinking skills of elementary and secondary students in culturally and linguistically diverse public school classrooms. Includes the examination of theories and factors (both pedagogical and political) in first and second language development, universals and differences in language structure and use, and the transference of first and second language literacy skills. Includes instructional strategies for non-native English speakers (e.g., native language instruction, sheltered/SDAIE approaches, English language development) integrated into a multicultural curriculum with linguistically appropriate assessment methods, and content aligned with state standards. Minimum enrollment for course to be offered: four students. Requires 20 hours participation in tutoring and teaching in public school classroom.  Core requirement met for Educ 205: Group 6 (Intercultural).
4 units
May 20 – June 19
Tu, Th, 4:00–6:55 p.m.
Solórzano

283/583.Technology in Education
This course covers the various uses of technology in the classroom as well as other related issues, e.g., differential student access.  Students demonstrate their understanding of computers and software through hands-on activities and class presentations.  They illustrate how technology can be integrated across the curriculum in the classroom through written lesson plans and units.  Students learn to access electronic databases for student/school-level information and for subject matter support. Minimum enrollment for course to be offered: four students.
2 units
May 22 – June 19
Th, 1:00 – 3:55 p.m.
Solórzano

529.Supervised Student Teaching II: Elementary School
Daily full-time teaching of all subjects in public schools.  Prerequisites: Education 527, passing score on CSET, passing scores on TPA Tasks 1 & 2, and permission of Education Chair.  Must be taken concurrently with Education 581.
4 units
May 20 – June 20
Daily, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., as arranged
Zamorano

549.Supervised Student Teaching II: Secondary School
Daily full-time teaching in three or more periods in public schools.  Prerequisites: Education 547, passing scores on CSET, passing scores on TPA Tasks 1 & 2, and permission of Education Chair.  Must be taken concurrently with Education 581.
4 units
May 20 – June 20
Daily, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., as arranged
Zamorano

581. Seminar in Educational Leadership II: Reflective Teaching
Put on your game face: how to effectively tackle student achievement and professional development while addressing the CSTPs. Navigate the world of full-day student-teaching, while drawing from and building on all previous coursework. Emphasis is placed on discussion of and reflection on daily real life challenges and selected readings. Taken concurrently with either Education 529 or 549.  Prerequisites: Education 527/547, 447/547, passing score on CSET, and passing scores on TPA Tasks 1 & 2.
2 units
May 20 – June 17
Tu, 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Castaneda

Courses from other departments:
The following course may be used toward the subject-matter requirement for the Master of Arts in Teaching in Liberal Studies.

MATHEMATICS

501.Elementary Mathematics Education
Intended for fifth-year students pursuing a credential or M.A.T. in elementary education.  We will examine the national mathematics standards, pedagogy specific to mathematics learning, and research issues in elementary mathematics learning.  Content and methods will be discussed and utilized in the classroom when appropriate.  Minimum enrollment for course to be offered: four students.  Prerequisite: enrollment in the fifth year credential or M.A.T. programs or permission of the instructor.
5 units
July 1 - July 31
Tu, W, Th, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Terry