SED 522 – Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
This is a Web-based course taught by Mark Seaman.
Instructor Contact Information
Mark L. Seaman, Ed.D.
email: seamanm@sfasu.edu
(936) 468-1886
Course Description
From the General Bulletin: “Emphasis on the application of learner-centered principles for designing and implementing developmentally appropriate instruction and assessment. Analysis of state and national standards.” This course provides strategies that will enable preservice teachers to effectively plan instruction based on a state-mandated curriculum, create activities, and plan assessment strategies.
Textbook Requirements
Eby, Herrell, & Jordan (2006) Teaching in K-12 schools: A reflective action approach, 4th edition. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Prentice Hall. ISBN: 013119111x (Required text)Kuhs, Johnson, Agruso, & Monrad (2001) Put to the test: Tools and techniques for classroom assessment. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann. ISBN: 0325002789 (Required text)
Course Prerequisites
SED 521 (or concurrent enrollment)Course Format and Participation Requirements
The format for this course includes scheduled assignments and deadlines, offline reading assignments and projects, online readings and participation using web pages. The course includes scheduled online practice exams to help students prepare for their certification tests. Except for the texbook readings, all course content is online. To be successful in this course, the typical student should plan to spend at least 6-9 hours per week working on this course.On-campus or Face-to-Face Meeting Requirements
There is an optional face-to-face orientation that occurs on a Saturday near the beginning of each semester. It is highly recommended that you attend this session, particularly if you are new to the program or consider yourself to be "technically challenged."Course Assessment
Students will complete a variety of practical assignments within their chosen content area.Effort Expected
SED 522 is an online graduate course. Like most graduate courses, it will be intense and require a considerable amount of reading. You will need to be focused and self-motivated to be successful. The time you would normally spend in the classroom and commuting to campus must be used to complete your readings and assignments. You should expect to work 2 to 3 hours per week for each credit hour. To be successful in this course you should expect to spend about 6 to 9 hours a week on readings, assignments, and other activities. This estimate is for the fall and spring semesters; if the course is offered during the summer course, more time per week may be necessary.Technical Requirements for the Course
minimum technical requirementsBefore the Course Begins
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