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This page lists the courses I took when I completed my Master of Arts in Education (MAED). The entries are grouped by year and semester, list the course title and instructor, and have a short description of the course.
If you are interested in seeing coursework for any of the entries below, be sure to check out my Showcase page!
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Acronyms:
ED: Education
TE: Teacher Education
EAD: Educational Administration
2020
Spring
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TE836: Awards and Classics of Children’s Literature
Lauren Johnson
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In this course, we studied the categories of "awards" and "classics" as they relate to children's literature. We read books considered classics, discussed how they became classics, and learned about children's awards. I worked on my definition of a "classic" children's book, as well as critically thought about who defines classics, who selects award winners, and what groups might be ignored in this process. Finally, we looked at adaptations of classics in contemporary media and film. These were analyzed through the lenses of culture and politics.
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Summer
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TE838: Children's Literature in Film
Laura Apol
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In this course, we engaged in the "reading" of film adaptations of children's literature. We learned that films are interpretations of the texts they are based off of, and can also reflect the social and culture era in which they are made. We read the literature and then we watched the film versions, engaging in group discussions about adaptation and fidelity, cultural impact, and film and textual analysis.
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EAD822: Engaging Diverse Students and Families
Jada Moultrie
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In this course, we learned about the importance and complexity in family and student engagement. We learned about theoretical frameworks that can be utilized in studying engagement, the intersection of race, class and policy in diverse classrooms, and barriers to student engagement. We made graphic organizers to clarify and synthesize the large amount of information we studied, as well as crated group vlogs to show our understanding of the work and engage in discussions with classmates. This was my first exposure to critical race theory, culturally responsive teaching, and Freire's work, Pedagogy of the Oppressed.
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Fall
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TE845: Language Diversity and Literacy Instruction Assessment
Patricia Edwards
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In this course, we learned how to teach English-language learners (ELLs) and English as a Second Language (ESL) students by focusing on literacy instruction and language acquisition. We learned about the history of second language programs in the United States, how to teach English in multicultural/diverse classrooms, and best practices for bilingual programs. We relied heavily on group work and group discussions. This course introduced me to the hidden challenges within ESL and bilingual programs across the country, which was personally valuable as I am a product of a bilingual, language immersion elementary school program.
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2021
Spring
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TE848: Writing Assessment and Instruction​
Darreth Rice
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This course was all about the intricacies, nuances, challenges, and barriers in writing. We discussed the influence of technology on the writing and reading process, as well as the different types of writing one finds in a classroom. We also studied the building blocks of writing and composition, with lessons on spelling, sentence structure, and revision and proofreading. Group work was central to our discussion and understanding of the course's concepts. I learned that writing is as much a science as an art, and this course helped me rediscover my love of writing!
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Summer
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EAD801: Leadership and Organizational Development
Kristy Stein
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In this course, we studied the various leadership styles found in an organization. We looked at our assumptions about leaders, the relationship between authority, influence, and power, and discovered our own preferred leadership style. We also learned the differences between leadership theories and organizational theories, and how they are shaped by and reflect the social, cultural, and economic environment around them. We engaged in full-class discussions, watched Ted Talks, and reflected on the leaders and leadership styles in our own professional lives.
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EAD800: Educational Inquiry
Steven Weiland and Nathan Clason
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In this foundational course, we got to explore various areas of study of education. We dove into the concepts of schooling, educational approaches, classroom strategies, contemporary influences (i.e. technology), and the purpose of education. I learned a lot from the course texts on teaching, all written by educators and thinkers in the field. Our final paper was on the intersection of technology and education, and how problematic multitasking is, the detrimental impact of technology on literacy, and how education's purpose has been redefined by technology.
2023
Spring
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TE849: Methods and Materials for Teaching Children’s and Adolescent Literature​
Laura Apol
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In this course, we explored the concepts of why we read, what literature we choose to read, the role this literature plays in our lives and our classrooms, and the idea of "difference." We read a diverse selection of stories, with diverse protagonists and from diverse authors, spanning different languages, identities, ethnicities, and abilities. This was my favorite course because it allowed me to reflect on my own love of literature and writing because it let me write multiple papers about why I read, what reading means to me, and what books I love. I also emerged by the end with a classroom philosophy for how I will select books for my future students.
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EAD861: Adult Learning
Sara Bano
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In this course, we learned about the theoretical frameworks and history of adult education. We read about the formal and informal areas for adult learning, its complicated relationship with workplace knowledge, and the impact of the knowledge, experiences, and beliefs both the student and educator bring with them to the learning environment. We were able to read and watch real life stories about adult learners, and connect those to concepts in the course by preparing a presentation and giving it virtually to our classmates. (May add one more sentence once the course is closer to completion!)
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ED870: Capstone
Matthew Koehler and Megan Harris
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In this final capstone course, we created a webpage to showcase our experiences and knowledge gained in pursuit of our graduate degrees. We compiled "artifacts" that best represented what skills we learned and our talents, as well as crafted professional pages with personal information, a resume, and a biography. I also wrote reflective papers that allowed me to evaluate where I am at now, what I have learned, and where I would like to go next. (Add more when closer to completion!)