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Designed to acquaint students with knowledge gained from educational psychologists in learning theory and practice, motivation and management, and effective instruction for preK-12 education. Meets required competencies in research, teaching methods and materials, media and technology, teaching effectiveness, interpersonal relations, educational ethics, understanding the learner, teaching-learning process, learning styles, and understanding the relationship between school and home. Emphasis placed on understanding management strategies, motivational techniques and assessments needed to maintain an effective learning environment and academic success. 

Designed to realize various emotional and behavioral disorders, health and physical impairments, and intellectual deviations associated with learners (birth through high school age) who are identified as exceptional. Areas of exceptionality include, but are not limited to the following: ADHD, autism, dyslexia, gifted, etc. Addresses strategies for meeting academic, social and emotional needs of these children and youth within the confines of the classroom (including IEPs and 504Bs). Examines criteria for effectively working with administrators, specialists, support personnel, family, and other resources who impact the educational experiences of these children.