These requirements are from an excerpt from the University Academic Catalog, which outlines the requirements for a student to earn the distinction of being a Castleton University graduate. The complete catalog is available online.
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These courses can be woven through the eight semesters of undergraduate coursework and may require students to take an additional semester to finish.
Code | Course | Credits |
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EDU 2140 |
Cognitive Differences and Emotional ChallengesThis course focuses on students with Low Incidence Disabilities grades K through 21 years who have severe and multiple disabilities, autism, moderate-severe learning impairments, sensory disabilities, and severe emotional and behavioral disabilities. Pre-service special educators will be learning about the characteristics of these students and the strategies to teach them academic and social skills within the regular classroom, in resource rooms, and in substantially separate classrooms. Emphasis is placed on interventions and assessment for functional academics, blended with life-skills and adaptive technology for students in K through 21 years of age. The field component of this course is 15 hours based on licensing area. Prerequisite: EDU 1012 Fall |
3 |
EDU 3130 |
Learning Differences and Attention DifficultiesThis course focuses on students with High Incidence Disabilities K through age 21 who have learning disabilities, attention deficit hyperactive disorders, and mild/moderate emotional and behavior disorders. Pre-service special educators will learn about the characteristics of these students and the strategies used to teach them collaboratively within the regular classroom and in resource rooms for academic and social success. Emphasis will be placed on diagnosing and remediating literacy difficulties across academic areas, and utilizing assistive technology to accommodate for these challenges in grades K through 21 years of age. The field component of this course is 15 hours based on licensing area. Prerequisite: EDU 1012 Spring |
3 |
EDU 3370 |
Models of Assessment and Intervention in Special EducationThis course focuses on the role of the special education teacher K though 21 years of age, as he/she teaches students with learning disabilities, learning impairments, and behavioral challenges in the resource room and in the regular classroom. The emphasis is on planning, instruction, and assessment for students K through 21 years, including the linkage of assessment/evaluation with curriculum/instruction and technology. Students will be exposed to the most common assessment measures used to identify and teach students with special needs and the "paper process" that is legally required for all students with identified challenges. Emphasis is placed on literacy instruction and access to the general education curriculum. The field component of the course (60 hours) is designed to give the student hands-on practice, and opportunities for observation, teaching, and assessment that bridges previous coursework and leads to student teaching. Prerequisite: EDU 1012 Fall |
4 |
EDU 2380 |
Collaboration and Special Education LawThis course provides an overview of state and federal laws that govern special education and of the consultation and collaboration skills needed in today's diverse schools. This course will emphasize the major components of laws and regulations that guide the education of students with disabilities ages birth to 21. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (2004), VT State Regulations, the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (1973), among others, will be explored. Additionally, students will learn to enhance student academic growth through collaborative and consultation strategies that promote success in early intervention, early childhood education, and in inclusive settings. Prerequisite: EDU 1420, EDU 2012, or EDU 2032 Spring |
3 |
Students seeking Elementary Licensure have three options when selecting a major:
(1) Major in Multidisciplinary Studies (MDS).
(2) Select a major in either literature, history, mathematics, or the sciences. Students selecting this option must:
(3) Select any Liberal Arts major as allowed by the Vermont State Board of Education, if passing scores are received on Praxis II prior to the selection of the major.
Pedagogy labs are courses of varied credits that are often connected to selected liberal arts courses. The labs provide prospective teachers with a series of opportunities to develop pedagogical content knowledge expected of exemplary teachers. Students seeking Elementary Licensure must complete one Pedagogy Lab course each in science, History, Geography, English, and the fine arts.
Code | Course | Credits |
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PSY 1050 |
Human Growth and DevelopmentA survey of human developmental psychology from the prenatal period to late adulthood. The major focus is on theoretical and practical implications of developmental research for cognitive, personality and social development. Special attention will be given to interactions between maturation and experience. This course fulfills a Social Science general education requirement. Every semester |
3 |
PSY 2110 |
Educational PsychologyAn examination of the principles and theories of learning as they apply to the developmental changes of the child. Special emphasis will be placed on how the child learns and ways of producing optimal conditions for childhood learning. This course fulfills a Social Science general education requirement. Periodically |
3 |
PSY 2265 |
Child and Adolescent DevelopmentThis course surveys the major areas of the psychology of child and adolescent development, emphasizing an understanding of the important methods, terms, theories, and findings in the field of child development. This course fulfills a Social Science general education requirement. Every semester |
3 |
Code | Course | Credits |
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EDU 4720 |
Student Teaching SeminarThe seminar prepares the student for the student teaching experience, supports the student during this experience and introduces and/or reviews competencies associated with the role of the professional educator. Taken concurrently with EDU 4871 and EDU 4872. This curse fulfills the Digital and Computing Literacy general education requirement. Prerequisite: Required Education courses and Senior standing. Fee Fee $50 |
3 |
EDU 4871 |
Directed Student Teaching IThis course is an opportunity for the student to teach under the guidance of a qualified cooperating teacher and university supervisor. Taken concurrently with EDU 4720 and EDU 4872. Prerequisite: Required Education courses, departmental recommendation, professional and intellectual competencies as stated in exit requirements. |
6 |
EDU 4872 |
Directed Student Teaching IIA student may be advised to discontinue the student teaching experience at any time, if, in the professional judgment of the college supervisor, the director of field experience and cooperating teacher, the student does not possess the maturity, judgment, ethical standards, and dedication expected in the teaching profession. Extension of student teaching. Under the guidance of a qualified cooperating teacher, the student gradually assumes responsibilities involved in classroom teaching. School and community relations are emphasized. Must be taken concurrently with EDU 4720 and EDU 4871. Fee Lab fee $10. |
6 |