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SYLLABUS FOR EDUCATIONAL
PSYCHOLOGY
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Term: Fall, 2003 (September
2 – December 12)
Course Number: ED
300
Instructor: Chris Jones, Ph.D.
Office: 514
Office Phone: 219-473-4290
E-mail: cjones@ccsj.edu
Office
Hours: MTWT 10:00-4:00 or by appointment
Course Time: Wednesday 4:00-7:00 Room 308
Course
Description: The class will examine
and reflect on the application of psychology to a variety of situations
encountered in the classroom. Topics
include the following general areas:
cognitive development, socio-emotional development, and assessment. Preparation of the student portfolio, as
part of the study of assessment is also included in the course.
Prerequisites: PSY 100 or ED 200
Learning
Outcomes/ Competencies:
Students in
this course will learn:
·What, according to current psychological research, is effective in
classrooms along with the theory that
supports it.
·Analyze the underlying views of cognitive process and motivation
in various classroom issues.
·Identify and describe factors/issues associated with academic
success and risk.
·Apply knowledge in simulated classroom situations and case
studies.
·Understand the major views of learning and motivation.
·Recognize the significance of the teacher in the classroom.
·Discuss the impact of technology in the classroom.
·Understand the variables associated with classroom management,
discipline, and motivation.
Related INTASC Principles: 2, 3, and 4
Textbooks: Santrock,
John. (2004). Educational Psychology, Second Edition. Boston:
McGraw-Hill.
Campbell,
Dorothy M., et al. (2001). How to Develop a Professional Portfolio. Needham Heights, MA:
Allyn and Bacon.
Learning
Strategies: Group Discussions, Team Projects, Collaborative Learning,
Lecturing
Assessment:
Exams (2
Chapter Tests, Midterm, Final,) ____40___%
of grade
Class
participation/collaboration/attendance/assignments ____30___% of grade
Research Paper
(Due last class period) ____20___% of grade
Class
presentation ____10___% of grade
Class Policy
for Assignments: Assignments will be due in class.
Any assignment turned-in outside of class will be considered late. Late
assignments will be taken only in the next class period. These assignments will be marked down one
letter grade (i.e., the best possible grade would be a B). After this period no late assignments will
be accepted.
Class Policy on
Attendance/Participation/Final Grade: The final grade will be based on attendance, punctuality, classroom
participation, research paper, presentation and performance on assessments (Chapter
Tests, Midterm, Final).
Class Policy on
Electronic Devices: All cell phones should be turn-off or set to vibrate. Under no circumstances will students
answer their phones during class.
This is not only a public curtsey, but also dictates professional
behavior. A break will be provided so
that students can return or make any phone calls.
Readings and
General Course Outline:
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Date |
Topic |
Reading |
Assignment |
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September 3 |
Introduction |
Chapter 1 |
None |
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September 10 |
Learning and
Teaching |
Chapter 2 |
Case Study
Pg. 29 and TBA |
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September 17 |
Portfolio |
Text: pp. 516-520 Campbell, All
Chapters |
Case Study
Pg. 63 and Response Paper to "A Class Divided" |
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September 24 |
Learning and
Teaching |
Chapter 8 |
TBA |
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October 1 |
Learning and
Teaching |
Chapter 10 |
Test Over
Chaps. 1,2, and 8 |
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October 8 |
Socio-emotional |
Chapter 3 |
Case Study
Pg. 334 and TBA |
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October 15 |
Socio-emotional |
Chapter 11 |
Case Study
Pg. 101 and TBA |
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October 22 |
Socio-emotional |
Chapter 7 |
Midterm 3, 10
and 11 |
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October 29 |
Socio-emotional |
Chapter 12 |
Case Study
Pg. 239 and TBA |
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November 5 |
Assessment
and Student Diversity |
Chapter 5 |
Case Study
Pg. 407 and TBA |
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November 12 |
Assessment
and Student Diversity |
Chapter 6 |
Test Over
Chaps 5, 7 and 12 |
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November 19 |
Assessment
and Student Diversity |
Chapter 4 |
Case Study
Pg. 204 and TBA |
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November 26 |
Assessment
and Student Diversity |
Chapter 13 |
Class
Presentations and TBA |
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December 3 |
Assessment
and Student Diversity |
Chapter 14 |
Class
Presentations and TBA |
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December 10 |
Final and
Research Paper |
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Final Exam
Over 4, 6, 13, and 14; Research Paper |
Class
Participation: Is expected and wanted. The class
can only be informative and entertaining if both the professor and student get
involved.
Center for
Academic Excellence:
Tutoring
assistance is free to all students of Calumet College of St. Joseph. Call the
Center for Academic Excellence (CAE), to make an appointment at 473-4287. The
Center has experienced and well-trained tutors in most subject areas to help
students who are struggling in a course or who are doing well and would like to
do better. Regular weekly tutoring sessions are likely to improve your grade.
Statement of
Plagiarism:
If an
instructor or other Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a student
has plagiarized or been involved in another form of academic dishonesty, the
instructor or other personnel may elect to bring the matter up for judicial
review. The maximum penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is dismissal
from the College. The procedures for judicial review are listed under the
section of CCSJ handbook that addresses student grievances.
Please note:
Calumet College of St. Joseph subscribes to Turnitin.com and all papers can and
may be submitted for checks on plagiarism from the Internet/Electronic
sources/Databases.
Citation
Guidelines:
Calumet College
of St. Joseph adheres to citation guidelines as prescribed by the particular
discipline (i.e., MLA, APA, and Chicago Manual of Style or Turabian.). All of these guidelines are available in the
Calumet College of St. Joseph library or bookstore. These texts outline how to cite references from a variety of
sources, including electronic media.
Withdrawal from
Classes Policy:
After the last
day for class changes has passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw
from a course in which they are registered with permission from the faculty
member conducting the course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the
withdrawal must be filed with the Registrar. The Registrar must receive written
request for withdrawal by the last day of classes prior to the final
examination dates specified in the catalogue. Written requests may be mailed to
the Registrar or faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259. Students are to
make note of the refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is
forwarded to the faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or
deny the request. If the request is honored, the student will receive
notification of official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate
why the withdrawal is disallowed.
An official
withdrawal is recorded as a "W" grade on the student's transcript.
Dropping a course without written permission automatically incurs an
"F" grade for the course (see Refund Schedule).