1100. Introduction to Special Education
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: None.
Grading Basis: Graded
Special education services in American education, including various exceptionalities and the roles of professionals. CA 4
View Classes »1450W. Mind, Body, Health
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: ENGL 1007 or 1010 or 1011.
Grading Basis: Graded
The role of the mind and its effects on subjective well-being (e.g., happiness, stress, depression, anxiety) and the physical body. The past history and current literature supporting the mind-body connection, assessment, and intervention. Implications for understanding mind body health relative to quality of life. CA 2.
View Classes »1830. Critical and Creative Thinking in the Movies
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: None.
Grading Basis: Graded
Topics such as logical fallacies, influence, metacognition, problem solving, creative genius, personality, and motivation will be explored. Students will use readings and films to investigate the role and application of these topics on critical thinking and creativity. CA 2.
View Classes »2450. Whole Child, School, and Community: Linking Health and Education
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: None.
Grading Basis: Graded
Examination of interrelated contributors in health and education on child well-being using the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model. Discussion of theory and evidence behind initiatives to integrate policy, process, and practice across learning and health sectors, providing broad perspective on interconnections across critical systems of care for children. CA 2.
View Classes »2450W. Whole Child, School, and Community: Linking Health and Education
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: ENGL 1007 or 1010 or 1011.
Grading Basis: Graded
Examination of interrelated contributors in health and education on child well-being using the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model. Discussion of theory and evidence behind initiatives to integrate policy, process, and practice across learning and health sectors, providing broad perspective on interconnections across critical systems of care for children. CA 2.
View Classes »2810. Creativity: Debunking Myths and Enhancing Innovation
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: None.
Grading Basis: Graded
Introduction to the science of creativity and to strategies for enhancing creativity in self and others. CA 2.
View Classes »3010. Educational Psychology
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: PSYC 1100 or equivalent
Grading Basis: Graded
The psychology of learning and teaching, and the study of the nature and development of children and adolescents.
View Classes »3020. Peer Counseling
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: None.
Grading Basis: Graded
Focuses on the development of those communication skills which are necessary for effective peer and paraprofessional counseling. Several theories of interpersonal communication, experiential learning and self-psychology will also be covered.
View Classes »3030. UConn Connects Mentoring
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: Instructor consent.
Grading Basis: Graded
The UConn Connects Mentoring Program pairs 4-5 student participants with an undergraduate student mentor. Mentors coordinate weekly meetings with the student participants throughout the semester. Mentors provide process coaching on techniques, strategies, and attitudes related to performing academically at a consistently high level. Course topics include, but are not limited to time management, stress management, information management, self-regulation, and exam preparation.
View Classes »3040. Learning Community Peer Mentoring, the Floor Mentor Experience
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: Open only to students who are active Floor Mentors in their Learning Community.
Grading Basis: Graded
Practical knowledge and skills needed for LC Floor Mentor Role at UConn. Student and community development, leadership, communication, and diversity. Through exposure to theories, experiential learning situations and the use of critical thinking and reflective analysis, participants will develop background and knowledge that will allow them to be successful in collaborating to build a cohesive community and supporting first-year LC students in their transition to UConn.
View Classes »3090. Field Study in Education
1.00 - 6.00 credits
Prerequisites: None.
Grading Basis: Graded
Active study through visitation and participation in educational and/or rehabilitation environments. Participation in appropriate lectures and seminars is required. Students must be prepared to provide own transportation.
View Classes »3098. Variable Topics
1.00 - 6.00 credits | May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: None.
Grading Basis: Graded
3099. Independent Study for Undergraduates
1.00 - 6.00 credits | May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: Open to juniors or higher.
Grading Basis: Graded
Designed primarily for qualified students who wish to extend their knowledge in some specialized area. Students must present the instructor with a problem well laid out for investigation.
View Classes »3110. Exceptionality
2.00 credits
Prerequisites: Open only to students in the Integrated Bachelor's/Master's Teacher Preparation Program.
Grading Basis: Graded
Overview of characteristics of students with exceptionalities and of educational programming for exceptional learners.
View Classes »3115. Collaborative Program Planning in Special Education
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: Open only to Elementary and Special Education majors.
Grading Basis: Graded
Covers basic knowledge and skills related to collaboration with families, paraprofessionals, other teachers, and professionals from other disciplines, including specialized services for children with disabilities (EG, Health, Assistive Technology, Related Services). Introduction to library and computer resources for school leaders.
View Classes »3125. Classroom and Behavior Management
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: Open only to students in the Integrated Bachelor's/Master's Teacher Preparation Program.
Grading Basis: Graded
Overview of preferred practices for providing positive behavior supports for students with disabilities across a variety of classroom and other educational environments.
View Classes »3130. Methods for Teaching Students with Disabilities
4.00 credits
Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in Special Education Teacher Preparation Program.
Grading Basis: Graded
Informs students of research-based methods and instructional formats for teaching students with disabilities. Integration of methods with clinical experiences.
View Classes »3235. The Resident Assistant
1.00 credits
Prerequisites: Open to Resident Assistants in their first year as an RA only.
Grading Basis: Graded
Development of individuals in the Resident Assistant (RA) position at the University of Connecticut. Explores the theoretical foundations of emotional intelligence, student and community development, DEI, conflict management and communication. Through a combination of discussions, experiential activities, case studies, and self-reflection exercises, students will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of emotional intelligence and develop practical skills that are essential in navigating the many components of the RA position.
View Classes »3333. Introduction to Counseling and Psychoeducation
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: None.
Grading Basis: Graded
Principles of professional counseling including therapeutic processes, roles and skills. How counselors help people solve problems is explored and students psychological growth and development is facilitated through psychological education.
View Classes »4010. Assessment of Learning
2.00 credits
Prerequisites: Open only to students in the Integrated Bachelor's/Master's Teacher Preparation Program.
Grading Basis: Graded
Theory and practices of the assessment of learning.
View Classes »4110. Advanced Foundations of Disability
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: Open only to students enrolled in Special Education Teacher Preparation Program.
Grading Basis: Graded
Provides students with knowledge and understanding of both the unique and common cognitive, academic, physical, cultural, social, and emotional needs and characteristics of individuals with various disabilities.
View Classes »4115. Directed Student Teaching: Special Education
1.00 - 9.00 credits
Prerequisites: Open only to Elementary and Special Education majors.
Grading Basis: Graded
Practicum experience with students with disabilities. Application must be made to the Coordinator of Student Teaching for the fall semester prior to March 1; for the spring semester prior to October 1.
View Classes »4120W. Fundamentals of Assessment in Special Education
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: ENGL 1007 or 1010 or 1011; Open only to students enrolled in the Integrated Bachelors/Masters program in Comprehensive Special Education.
Grading Basis: Graded
Introduction to assessment in special education focusing on current purposes, policies, and practices in schools.
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