EDUC 271 Psychology of Learning
Introduces principles of educational psychology. Compares application of knowledge of methods based on research in cognitive science with those based on principles of behaviorism. Topics include creating positive learning environments and supportive relationships for learning, increasing motivation, problem solving, assessment of student performance, and planning instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. Candidates participate in a tutoring experience in a school as part of course requirements and use CUA's Conceptual Framework to reflect on their P-12 students performance. All majors tutor P-12 students in the age range for their major; e.g., early childhood majors provide tutoring for children between the ages of 3 years and 8 years (e.g., children in Pre-K through 3rd grade). Designed for Education majors: departmental consent required.
Prerequisite
Not Open to Freshmen