• EDUC 5784: Cause and Effect in Science

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): Previously earned professional educator license. Engages participants in experiences that support learning with and about scientific literacy. Deepens content knowledge, includes authentic science sensemaking, integrates science conceptual ideas with classroom practice and engages in explicit and reflective discourse about science learning and science instruction.
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• EDUC 5785: Stability and Change in Science

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): EDUC 5780, EDUC 5782, EDUC 5783, EDUC 5784. Develops a conceptual understanding that natural systems are usually stable until changes occur from either natural or human caused (anthropogenic) events over time and/or scale. Demonstrates that stability and change are interconnected and one cannot be explained without the other. Teaches participants to construct explanations of how changes occur as natural systems interact. Teaches students to present arguments supported by evidence that change in systems occurs in differing temporal scales, spatial scales, and scales of magnitude.
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• EDUC 5786: Classroom Practice in Science

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): EDUC 5780, EDUC 5782, EDUC 5783, EDUC 5784 and EDUC 5785. Provides a capstone to the Elementary Science Endorsement. Requires participans to demonstrate and put into practice all that they have learned through the ESE experience. Evaluates participants' ability to use the crosscutting concepts and disciplinary core ideas to support sensemaking, create and implement practices in their own classrooms to engage all students in authentic science learning. Requires participants to show evidence of collaboration with other educators to develop and analyze learning opportunities for students, and promote effective and equitable science instruction both in personal practice and in the science education community.
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• EDUC 5790: STEM Practices with a Focus on Technology and Problem-Based Learning

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): Recommended: Education Majors or Licensed Educators. Engages participants in developing meaningful understandings of problem-based approaches to teaching, learning, and the integration of STEM practices across the curriculum using appropriate technology. Requires the development and creation of problem-based, hands-on experiences.
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• EDUC 5800: Foundations of Instructional Design and Pedagogy

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Explores the pivotal role of technology in three key aspects: curriculum design, teaching methodologies, and assessment. Emphasizes the intentional use of technology to promote inclusion and increase student engagement. Improves proficiency in the use and evaluation of technologies available through the state and their school/district.
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• EDUC 5810: Professional Growth and Leadership

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Delves into the key elements influencing effective K-12 technology leadership in the present-day landscape. Analyzes various cultures and methodologies that promote ongoing innovation and adeptly harness the potential of technology trends and advancements. Focuses on the development of professional learning networks, funding sources for educational technology, and the development and implementation of professional learning experiences.
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• EDUC 5811: Professional Learning and Leadership

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Guides students to be reflective as literacy professionals that apply their knowledge of adult learning to coordinate ongoing LEA/school-wide literacy improvement efforts. Provides various ways for designing, facilitating, and coordinating effective professional learning experiences. Suggests ways to make innovative and sustainable improvement that addresses the context-specific needs of the local community.
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• EDUC 5812: Leading a Professional Learning Community

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Introduces teachers to critical concepts about building a school culture that leverages the strengths of collective solutions. Provides background information on the development of professional learning communities (PLCs) and how they can impact high student performance. Scaffolds knowledge on how to lead PLCs. Identifies leadership skills required to effectively manage change within the school setting. Identifies impact of PLC regarding fairness, transparency, and trust.
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• EDUC 5813: High Impact Mentoring

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Recognizes the efforts and competencies of experienced educators to support the retention and professional growth of beginning educators. Identifies various ways to provide multiple levels of support to early career educators. Supports a teacher mentor to exhibit an understanding of and personal competency.
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• EDUC 5820: Supporting and Developing 21st Century Learners

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Investigates the fundamental components necessary to cultivate knowledge and skills that encourage 21st-century learning. Focuses on designing personalized learning experiences, engaging students in the use of technology to promote collaboration, creativity, communication, and critical thinking.
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