2007-08 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705
 

Department of Educational and School Psychology

College of Education and Educational Technology

Credit designation below each title is expressed in (c) class hours per week, (l) lab or (d) discussion section hours per week, and (cr) credits per semester.

EDSP 102 Educational Psychology

3c-0l-3cr

Promotes an understanding of the principles of psychology governing human behavior, with particular emphasis on the relation to learner, learning process, and learning situation in an educational environment.

EDSP 257 Understanding and Taking Standardized Tests

1c-0l-1cr

For teacher education majors to promote their understanding of the principles of successfully mastering standardized tests such as the Praxis I Exam. A particular emphasis on practicing the skills necessary for understanding the assessments. Highlights the application of skill-based decision making in preparing for test taking. Also discusses implications of individual differences and variables that affect performance on standardized tests.

EDSP 281 Special Topics

var-1-3cr

Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content

Offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 281 are offered primarily for lower-level undergraduate students.

EDSP 373 Psychology of Adolescent Education

3c-0l-3cr

Prerequisite: EDSP 102

A study of significant characteristics, behavior, and educational and social problems of adolescents.

EDSP 376 Behavior Problems

3c-0l-3cr

Prerequisite: EDSP 102

An examination of emotional and social aspects of behavior problems encountered in classroom situations and potential remedial techniques.

EDSP 378 Learning

3c-0l-3cr

Prerequisite: EDSP 102

Explores learning theories and educational application in the classroom.

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EDSP 477 Assessment of Student Learning: Design and Interpretation of Educational Measures

3c-0l-3cr

Prerequisites: PSYC 101 or permission

Acquaints students with major methods and techniques of evaluation used to assess and report growth, development, and academic achievement of learners in elementary and secondary schools, including interpretation of standardized test information.

EDSP 481 Special Topics in Educational Psychology

var-l-3cr

Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content

Offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 481 are offered primarily for upper-level undergraduate students.

EDSP 482 Independent Study

var-1-3cr

Prerequisite: Prior approval through advisor, faculty member, department chairperson, dean, and Provost’s Office

Students with interest in independent study of a topic not offered in the curriculum may propose a plan of study in conjunction with a faculty member. Approval is based on academic appropriateness and availability of resources.

EDSP 493 Educational Psychology Honors Internship

1cr

Prerequisites: EDSP 102 and admission to Honors Track

Provides direct experience in one of three centers located in the Educational and School Psychology Department; centers include the Child Study Center, the Center for Educational and Program Evaluation, and the Center for Rural Gifted Education. Other centers located within the College of Education and Educational Technology or the Teacher Education Program may be considered if approved by the Honors Track director. This course may be repeated.

EDSP 499 Independent Study

var-1-3cr

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