Cluster Courses for 2024–2025 Summer

Linking Learning to Living: A Study in the Diversity of Human Learning

This cluster discusses the analysis, comparison, and integration of learning theory applied to teaching and learning practices. Emphasis is placed on the diversity of human learning and includes studies of the various disabilities. Recent research on human learning fields including psychology and the neurosciences is presented. Observed performance of principles learned within the cluster is required through a practicum conducted in diverse settings and other disciplines outside of class hours. The course is required for students majoring in Early Childhood and Special Education, Child and Family Studies, Music Education and Secondary Education minors. Strategies presented can be used in other professions of society; non-majors are welcome.

Course

Title

Credits

Instructor

Meetings

Location

EDU 231C 01
C:Educational Psychology
4
Czubiak, Kristen

Online

SED 201C 01
C:Foundation Special Education (ST)
4
Mazzant, Emily

Online

 

 

The Eco-Thriller Cluster: Mass Media and Environmental Issues

In this 8-credit course, you will explore contemporary issues in environmental studies and how they are represented in media and popular culture, in an interdisciplinary platform. Mass Communications (COM 205C-01, HC) and Contemporary Environmental Issues (ENV 201-01, ST) introduce issues related to complex environmental problems and how they are represented in media and popular culture.

Course

Title

Credits

Instructor

Meetings

Location

COM 205C 01
C:Mass Communications (HC)
4
Weaver, Bradley

Online

ENV 201C 01
C:Contemp Environmental Issues (ST)
4
Krantz, Patrick

Online