EDU 0007 - Tutoring Elementary Students in Reading
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 11 or completion of ENGL 1A with grade of "C" or better Hours: 90 (36 lecture, 54 laboratory) Description: An opportunity to learn and practice basic methods of tutoring elementary school children in reading. Combines lecture/discussion with field experience doing extensive tutoring at local elementary school. Negative TB test and fingerprint clearance required. Satisfies one of the two required field experience courses for the CSUS Liberal Studies Program. (CSU) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 36 Laboratory 54 By Arrangement Contact Hours 90 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Explain the ways in which a student's social environment impacts reading ability. Explain and apply principles of motivation, behavior modification, and memory enhancement as they apply to the unmotivated and unskilled reader. Analyze and evaluate reading comprehension skills including word analysis techniques and areas of reading deficiency and implement effective remediation strategies. Demonstrate interpersonal communicative skills through interaction with teaching staff and diverse student populations. Course Content Outline I. Orientation and Overview II. Reading Process, Handwriting, & Testing a. Overview of reading process as integration of reader's visual acuity, auditory perception, schema, and cognitive functioning b. Assessment, diagnosis, and analysis of student's strengths & weaknesses in word analysis and reading comprehension III. Using Games to Enhance Visual and Cognitive Functioning a. Create individual and collaborative reading games to enhance visual discrimination, activate schema, stimulate cognitive processes IV. Oral Communication and Oral Reading a. Role of auditory discrimination and perception in learning phonics b. Incorporation of oral reading as an activity and a diagnostic tool V. Motivation, Behavior Modification, and Social Environment a. Motivating students b. Applying behavior modification techniques to learn & enhance memory c. Identifying and working with students' social environment VI. Designing an Individualized Lesson Plan a. Present a motivational lesson based upon analysis of diagnostic testing b. Location and service available from local libraries c. Survey and selection of children's literature VII. Creating and Making Games a. Designing and making reading games b. Using progress charts as feedback and motivation VIII. On site Orientation at School a. Effective time management and scheduling b. Meeting school personnel and facilities c. Using time management strategies to coordinate lesson plan preparation, tutoring, and college course work IX. On-Site Mini-workshops focusing on implementation of the above and immediate needs of students a. Testing and evaluation b. Writing activities c. Social influences d. Learning styles e. Learning disabilities f. Games g. Time management in working with more than one child h. Personal time management i. Effective communication j. Vocabulary development k. Comprehension l. Word attack skills Course Objectives Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Identify word analysis techniques. 2. Demonstrate time management strategies through the preparation of lesson plans and the coordination of tutoring with college course work. 3. Explain the ways in which a student's social environment impacts reading ability. 4. Explain principles of motivation, behavior modification, and memory enhancement as they apply to the unmotivated and unskilled reader. Lab Objectives: 1. Analyze reading comprehension skills. 2. Evaluate reading skills. 3. Demonstrate interpersonal communicative skills through interaction with teaching staff and diverse student populations. 4. Apply principles of motivation, behavior modification, and memory enhancement as they apply to the unmotivated and unskilled reader. 5. Analyze areas of reading deficiency. 6. Implement effective remediation strategies. 7. Evaluate and choose appropriate children's literature. Methods of Evaluation Reports Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. Read the section in the text on the reading process and write a summary of the process and an analysis of the characteristics of good and poor readers. Be prepared to discuss in class. 2. Read the section on comprehension and develop a plan to use with one of your students to both monitor and improve comprehension. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Write a reflective essay at the end of the semester analyzing what you have learned about teaching reading. 2. Write an evaluation of the progress for each child tutored. 3. Write a daily lesson plan for each student tutored. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Make a progress chart for each child. 2. Create one reading game to use with children. Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
COMM 0007 - Intercultural Communication
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 1A Hours: 54 lecture Description: Explores communication between people of different cultural communities both globally and locally. Intercultural communication is grounded within historical, political, organizational and interpersonal contexts that shape our individual interactions. This course focuses on intercultural communication theories and research to help students analyze identity, perception, conflict, and how power, privilege and oppression are perpetuated in societies. (C-ID COMM 150) (CSU, UC) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 54 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Apply theory to explain intercultural dynamics in communities. Investigate cultural differences and similarities toward mutual understanding. Examine how cultural identities affect communication. Connect power, privilege and oppression to communication within a society. Course Content Outline I. Intercultural Communication Overview A. Components of Culture B. Principles of Intercultural Communication II. Components of Communication Language Nonverbals Perception Competencies III. Cultural Patterns & Theories A. Worldview B. Norms and roles C. Social Practices D. Individualism/Collectivism E. High context/Low context F. Power distance G. Similarities and differences in communication patterns IV. Identity Core beliefs and values Identity Development Theories Culture Shock Acculturation Models V. Barriers to Intercultural Communication A. Ethnocentrism B. Stereotypes C. Prejudice D. Discrimination E. Power F. Racism and other -isms G. Intercultural Conflict Course Objectives Course Objectives 1. Articulate how core values, worldview and communication patterns shape cultural and individual identity. 2. Explain how culture influences verbal and nonverbal communication. 3. Identify and explain the social and psychological variables of culture and its expression. 4. Connect power, privilege and oppression to communication within a society. 5. Identify and explain barriers to effective intercultural competencies such as stereotyping, prejudice, and ethnocentrism. 6. Evaluate problem solving strategies for dealing with intercultural conflict in the workplace, personal relationships and common social settings. 7. Investigate, differentiate and critique one's own culture. Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Objective Examinations Projects Reading Assignments 1. Read and critique selected articles addressing current events that demonstrate barriers of intercultural communication in a one-page analysis assignment. 2. After reading a chapter from Malcolm Gladwell’s book Outliers that provides real-world examples of communication patterns gone wrong, answer a series of questions connecting the chapter to the textbook reading on cultural dimensions and analyze proposed solutions and possible outcomes. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Write a research paper investigating one's own individual culture(s) and analyze typical communication patterns of the culture(s). 2. In an analytical paper, compare and contrast two cultures, examining beliefs, values, behaviors, customs, rituals and worldviews. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
ESCI 0007 - Energy, Environment, and Climate
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Also known as ESS 7 Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 1A Hours: 54 lecture Description: Analysis of the nature of energy and the environmental impact of its societal use in the context of Earth's record of changing climate. Explores current global climate change due to post-1750 greenhouse gas emissions and strategies for mitigation and adaptation to changing climate predictions, emphasizing future alternative energy sources. Designed for students majoring in areas related to the environmental sciences and/or those interested in developing a substantiated understanding of the role played by citizens in ensuring a healthy environment for future generations. (CSU, UC) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Course Content Outline Course Objectives Course Objectives Methods of Evaluation Reading Assignments Writing, Problem Solving or Performance Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Methods of Instruction Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
ESS 0007 - Energy, Environment, and Climate
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Also known as ESCI 7 Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 1A Hours: 54 lecture Description: Analysis of the nature of energy and the environmental impact of its societal use in the context of Earth's record of changing climate. Explores current global climate change due to post-1750 greenhouse gas emissions and strategies for mitigation and adaptation to changing climate predictions, emphasizing future alternative energy sources. Designed for students majoring in areas related to the environmental sciences and/or those interested in developing a substantiated understanding of the role played by citizens in ensuring a healthy environment for future generations. (CSU, UC) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Course Content Outline Course Objectives Course Objectives Methods of Evaluation Reading Assignments Writing, Problem Solving or Performance Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Methods of Instruction Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
Course Identification Numbering System (C-ID)
...0010 ENGL 100 ENGL 0001A ENGL 105 ENGL...0003 COMM 150 COMM 0007 COMM 170 COMM...
