EDU 690 Masters Master's Project
Course Description:
Prerequisites: EDU 501, EDF 689, and minimum 24 hours of graduate-level coursework.
Builds on foundations constructed in EDF 689 and EDU 501. Production of a curriculum or research-based project in a topic of special interest to the student; project must be approved by the instructor prior to execution. The final product must follow APA guidelines in its written form. Oral presentation required.|
EDU 690 The Master's Project Reflects the Buffalo State Teacher Education Unit Conceptual Framework |
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Content – The professional educator will know the subject matter to be taught to P-12 learners. Learner – The professional educator will understand P-12 learners’ socialization, growth and development; the learning process; reflection of teaching; and the establishment of a classroom climate that facilitates learning. Pedagogy – The professional educator will attain an understanding of the strategies that candidates use to teach all learners. Technology – The professional educator uses technology as a vehicle for learners to acquire information, practice skills, use higher order thinking skills, and participate in collaborative projects. Reflection – The professional educator exhibits the ability to reflect and assess his/her own effectiveness, and to systematically make adjustments to improve and strengthen areas needing attention. Dispositions – The professional educator demonstrates respect for learner differences, commitment to own personal growth, and engagement in short and long-term planning. Diversity – The professional educator is aware of and sensitive to diversity issues and to use culturally and socially responsive pedagogy. |
Course Objectives and Learning Outcomes |
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1. The EDU 690 student will utilize their culmination of the subject matter gained during the student’s graduate course of study. 2. The EDU student will create a Master’s Project that documents their understanding of P-12 learners' socialization, growth, and development; the learning process; reflection of teaching; and the establishment of a classroom climate that facilitates learning for all students. 3. The EDU 690 student will utilize pedagogical strategies that enhance their learning and the learning of others.
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