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SPRING 2009 OFF CAMPUS COURSE SCHEDULE

Schedule subject to change--please check back for updates on a regular basis.

ALLENTOWN

PSED 516 Learner and the Learning Process
This course is a review of various views (humanistic, behavioral, cognitive) of the learner and learning theorists (Skinner, Rogers, Bruner, Piaget). Case studies of actual teaching learning problems are brought to the class by the participants for examination and discussion by the group.

Section: Y876
Instructor: Dr. Dan Novey
Location: Parkland School District-Troxell Building Library
Days/Times: Friday, 5 pm - 9:30 pm: Saturday, 8 am - 5 pm
Dates: January 30, 31; February 27, 28; March 27, 28

BETHLEHEM

ELED 583/PSED 543: Theories and Practice of Schools Without Failure
This workshop offers participants an opportunity to investigate the effects of school success and failure on the life of a child. Study of these concepts will be taken from the points of view of William Glasser, M.D., in his books Schools Without Failure, Identify Society, and Reality Therapy. Participants will be introduced to a hybrid teaching style designed to elevate teaching to maximize learning in the classroom. (Workshop Course)

Section: ELED-Y860; PSED-Y885
Instructor: Joe Martin
Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, Room 625 (click here for directions)
Days/Times: Friday, 5pm-9:30pm; Saturday, 8am-5pm
Dates: February 6, 7; March 13, 14; April 3, 4

PSED 584 Secondary School Curriculum
This course deals with the overriding educational philosophy which governs curriculum formation. The decision-making process in curriculum improvement will be evaluated; processes for curriculum improvement will be reviewed and/or developed; and evaluative techniques will be identified.

Section: Y892
Instructor: Dennis Riker, William Riker
Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, Room 625 (click here for directions)
Days/Times: Friday, 5pm-9:30pm; Saturday, 8am-5pm
Dates: February 20, 21; March 20, 21; April 17, 18

SPED 551 Inclusionary Practices
This course is intended for administrators, counselors, psychologists, curriculum supervisors, all teachers (regular, special), and school nurses concerned with proving appropriate educational experiences for students with special education needs in regular educational setting. Required for special education certification.

Section: Y910
Instructor: Carolyn Conlon
Location: Northampton Community College, Commonwealth Hall, Room 121 (click here for directions)
Days/Times: Tuesday, 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Dates: January 27 - March 31

ELED 533/PSED 533: Designing and Implementing Programs for Professional Development
This workshop will emphasize the knowledge and skills needed for teachers to participate in designing and facilitating their own professional development programs. Teaching styles and activities will be explored, while participants utilize self-assessment to evaluate their needs and establish goals. Strategies for implementation will be discussed. (Workshop Course)

Section: ELED--Y850; PSED-Y881
Instructor: Dennis Riker, William Riker
Location: Northampton Community College, Commonwealth Hall, Room 121 (click here for directions)
Days/Times: Wednesday, 5 pm - 9 pm
Dates: January 28 - April 1

COLLEGEVILLE

SPED 551 Inclusionary Practices
This course is intended for administrators, counselors, psychologists, curriculum supervisors, all teachers (regular, special), and school nurses concerned with proving appropriate educational experiences for students with special education needs in regular educational setting. Required for special education certification.

Section: Y912
Instructor: Judy Roth
Location: Perkiomen Valley High School
Days/Times: Tuesday, 3:45 pm-7:45 pm
Dates: January 13-March 17

PSED 510 Teacher and School Community
This course analyzes a wide spectrum of human relations within the broad area of basic education. Common professional problems are discussed. It also includes an examination of the values and beliefs of the community as related to the public school.

Section: Y875
Instructor: Doug Lare
Location: Perkiomen Valley High School
Days/Times: TBD
Dates: TBD--course will start in late March

COUDERSPORT

ELED 582/PSED 542 Discipline in the Classroom
This program is designed for participants to take part in learning activities that will enable them to develop positive techniques for handling student behavior problems. This course is aimed at training teachers to use Reality Therapy as a tool in the classroom. It addresses one of the major concerns of the public school's classroom control and behavior change. (Workshop Course)

Section: ELED-Y858, PSED-Y883
Instructor: Joe Martin
Location: Potter County Education Council
Days/Times: Friday, 5:30 pm - 9 pm; Saturday, 8 am - 5 pm
Dates: February 27, 28; March 27, 28; May 1, 2

EASTON

ELED 570 Introduction to Research
This course is an introduction to the basic principles and major methods used in investigation of educational problems. Attention is given to the significant steps involved in compiling a research proposal. Required of all graduate students in the degree program. In compliance with the Graduate School policies, students are advised to complete this course early in their program.

Section: Y855
Instructor: Craig Wilson
Location: Easton Area High School
Days/Times: Wednesday, 4 pm - 7 pm
Dates: January 14 - April 29

HARRISBURG

HLTH 561 Epidemiology
This course is a study of the principles and methods of epidemiological investigations for human health problems. The incidence and prevalence of both infectious and non-infectious health problems are covered. Emphasis of this course is on student application of the principles of epidemiology.

Section: Y990
Instructor: TBD
Location: Dixon University Center
Days/Times: Saturday,10 am - 5:30 pm
Dates: January 31; February 21; March 14; April 4, 18; May 2

HLTH 563 Public Health Measurement Science
This purpose of this course is to develop applied statistical skills commonly used in public health measurement science. Students will develop statistical literacy, including the use of SPSS to solve research questions and hypotheses testing commonly found in public health practice and public health administration.

Section: Y995
Instructor: Steve Godin
Location: Dixon University Center
Dates: February 7, 28; March 21; April 25, May 9, 23
Days/Times: Saturday, 10 am - 5:30 pm 

HAZELTON

PSED 510 Teacher and School Community
This course analyzes a wide spectrum of human relations within the broad area of basic education. Common professional problems are discussed. It also includes an examination of the values and beliefs of the community as related to the public school.

Section: Y872
Instructor: Larry Pryzblick
Location: Hazelton Area School District, High School (tentative)
Days/Times: Monday, 5 pm - 9 pm
Dates: January 26; February 2, 9, 23; March 9, 23; April 6, 20; May 4, 18

MAHANOY CITY

ELED 559PSED 559: Enhancing Self Esteem
This course will introduce educators to elements of self-esteem and how those elements can be used to establish an atmosphere where high self-esteem and motivation can flourish. This course takes theory of self-esteem and translates it into practice. It also emphasizes basic human relations and interpersonal skills necessary to create a classroom environment conducive to the teaching/
learning process. (Workshop Course)

Section: ELED--P183; PSED-S656
Instructor: Joe Martin
Location: Schuylkill County Education Council, Centre Street
Days/Times: Wednesdays & Thursdays, 5 pm - 10 pm
Dates: February 4, 5, 18, 19; March 11, 12; April 1, 2

POTTSVILLE

ELED 585/PSED 545: Planning For Change
The goals of quality education will be analyzed as a basis for curriculum change. The relationship between affective education and cognition will be reviewed and assessed through a group process. Systems for change will be developed utilizing personal influence and power. The workshop also helps participants acquire additional skill in expanding their knowledge and use of Reality Therapy in the educational environment. (Workshop Course)

Section: ELED--P188; PSED-S655
Instructor: Joe Martin
Location: Schuylkill County Education Council, 1500 Rockwood Center
Days/Times: Friday, 5 pm - 9:30 pm; Saturday, 8 am - 5 pm
Dates: Fridays; Saturdays, January 30, 31; February 20, 21; March 6, 7

SWIFTWATER

ELED 535/PSED 535/SPED 535: Classroom Diversity
This course encourages educators to identify their own values, prejudices, and goals; to examine their thoughts and/or misconceptions about culturally diverse communities. Designed to help them create school climates that celebrate diversity and meet the needs of students of different races, ethnicities, gender, and ability levels.

Section: ELED--P179; PSED-S653; SPED-T370
Instructor: Bill Forte
Location: Pocono Mountain East High School, Room 212
Days/Times: Tuesday, 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Dates: January 27 - March 31

TANNERSVILLE

ELED 549/PSED 549: Reducing Classroom Conflict
This workshop is designed to provide participants with skills in developing pathways to build strength and success in themselves and their students. It focuses on specific classroom activities that will help develop a climate for effective self-discipline and positive classroom interaction.  (Workshop Course)

Section: ELED--P182; PSED--S657
Instructor: Bill Forte
Location: Monroe campus of Northampton County Community College, Fridays--Room 113, Saturdays--Room 112 (click here for directions)
Days/Times: Friday, 5 pm - 9:30 pm; Saturday, 8 am - 5 pm
Dates: February 20, 21; March 13, 14; April 17, 18

WALLENPAUPACK

PSED 510 Teacher and School Community
This course analyzes a wide spectrum of human relations within the broad area of basic education. Common professional problems are discussed. It also includes an examination of the values and beliefs of the community as related to the public school.

Section: Y873
Instructor: Joann Hudak
Location: Wallenpaupack High School
Days/Times: Saturday, 9 am - 4 pm
Dates: February 7, 21; March 14, 28; April 18, 25