1 DEPARTMENT OF TEACHER EDUCATION AND ADMINSTRATION UNIVERSITY OF XXXX COURSE SYLLABUS, FALL 2013 EDCI XXXX TEACHING DIVERSE

E POPULATIONS Prerequisite: Junior standing and admission to teacher education. Instructor: Dr. Jemimah Young Office Location: XXXX Hall Office Telephone: (940) 555 - 5555 Cellphone: (940) 220 4050 Email: Via Blackboard Messages Office Hours: Monday-Wednesday 1:00-2:00PM and 5:00-6:00PM. Course Description 3 hours. Provides knowledge and skills required for developing and implementing challenging instruction for students who are culturally different, students who receive special education services, and students who are identified as gifted and talented. Instruction, assignments, directed field experience and other class activities may take place on site in a school setting. Course Objectives A major outcome of this course is for the student to demonstrate competency in developing a reflective model to effectively teach diverse populations in todays schools. Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the following constructs. I. Multicultural Group Objectives: a. The broad issues of racism, sexism, classism, assimilation, and pluralism in American society. b. The effects of poverty and discrimination on children and youth. c. The manner by which institutions perpetuate discrimination and prejudice. d. The process for evaluating educational programs and curricula according to multicultural proficiencies for teachers from the Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium. e. The learning styles and other key individual differences that affect teaching and learning as well as how to apply the theory of Multiple Intelligences. f. The process for modifying curricula to support a culturally responsive pedagogy. g. The construct of self-esteem and ways of integrating esteem building activities in the curricula. h. The processes and issues related to the assessment of students in the culturally diverse settings. i. The primary characteristics needed by teachers of multicultural groups. II. Beliefs about Learning j. Learning is an active, personal process and endeavor. k. Learning is a social process of collaboration and interaction with others. We will share our responses and understanding as well as serve as a support system for each other during small and large group activities and discussions. l. Learning occurs when we make connections to our experiences. m. Choice allows learners to connect to their own experiences and feel ownership of the learning process. n. Reflection is a vital part of the learning process. o. An appreciation of cultural diversity enhances learning. Standards Addressed A major outcome of this course is for the student to demonstrate competency in developing a reflective model to effectively teach diverse populations in todays schools. Many of the Texas PPR Standards are addressed by

2 this course at the knowledge level and some at the skill development level. This course specifically addresses the following standards: Standard I: Domain I: Competency 001-004 Domain III: Competency 007-010: The teacher designs instruction appropriate for all students that reflects an understanding of relevant content and is based on continuous and appropriate assessment. o Competency 2 (A) (D) (F) (G): The teacher understands student diversity and knows how to plan learning experiences and design assessments that are responsive to differences among students and that promote all students learning. o Competency 3 (E) (G): The teacher understands procedures for designing effective and coherent instruction and assessment based on appropriate learning goals and objectives. o Competency 4 (K): The teacher understands learning processes and factors that impact student learning and demonstrates this knowledge by planning effective, engaging instruction and appropriate assessments. Standard II: Domain II: Competency 005-006: The teacher creates a classroom environment of respect and rapport that fosters a positive climate for learning, equity and excellence. o Competency 5 (A): The teacher knows how to establish a classroom climate that fosters learning, equity and excellence and uses this knowledge to create a physical and emotional environment that is safe and productive. Standard IV: Domain IV: Competency 011-013: The teacher fulfills professional roles and responsibilities and adheres to legal and ethical requirements of the profession. o Competency 12 (C) (E) (G) (H): The teacher enhances professional knowledge and skills by effectively interacting with other members of the educational community and participating in various types of professional activities. o Competency 13 (A) (G): The teacher understands and adheres to legal and ethical requirements for educators and is knowledgeable of the structure of education in Texas.

Required Materials This course includes key program assessments and requires internet access and microsoft office, in addition to the required text. Gollnick, D. M. & Chinn, C. C. (2013). Multicultural education in a pluralistic society (9th Ed). New York: Allyn & Bacon. Frequently used websites: Some of the assignments may require individual selection and reading of articles and documents. You will also collect first-hand information from videotapes and interviews. Blackboard Content Area Professional Organization Assessment of Learning Outcomes Learning outcomes of this course will be assessed through a variety of traditional and alternative assessments, including the following: Quizzes over assigned readings and reflections and classroom presentations/demonstrations/activities. Brief essay(s) on topics that require reflection on personal experiences or studies in light of professional learning. Presentation of information as presented in chapter and in class discussions. Other projects such as notes, posters, graphic organizers, content, or visual representations developed in class or as homework.

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# 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Week 08/XX08/XX Topics Course Overview Ch Assigned In Class LC Groups / Info Card Plagiarism Certification Syllabus Scavenger Hunt Self-Biography Due Online Syllabus Scavenger Hunt LC Groups

08/XXFoundations of ME 1 Info Card Plagiarism Certification 08/XX 08/XXRace and Ethnicity 2 Interview Assignment 08/XX Grocery Store Exercise 08/XXClass and SES 3 CAP Grocery Store Exercise Self-Biography 08/XX Grab Bag ?s 08/XXGender 4 TK20 Key Assessment Grab Bag ?s Sign-up: Interview Questions 08/XX 08/XXSexual Orientation 5 Sign-up: CAP 08/XX 08/XXExceptionality 6 TK20 Key Assessment 08/XX 08/XXLanguage 7 08/XX 08/XXReligion 8 Interview Notes Interview assignment 08/XX 08/XXGeography 9 08/XX 08/XXDifferentiation 11 Differentiation Plan 08/XX 08/XXTechnology CAP 08/XX 08/XXTeaching Strategies 08/XX 08/XXTeaching Strategies Yellow Notebook 08/XX 08/XXYouth Culture 10 Differentiation Plan 08/XX 08/XXCultural Awareness Presentation: CAP 08/XX and Responsibility Final Exam/ Yellow Notebook ***NOTE**** CHAPTER READINGS AND QUIZZES ARE DUE THE NIGHT BEFORE YOU COME TO CLASS BY 11:59PM (OF THE DAY ASSIGNED). ***NOTE**** MAJOR ASSIGNMENTS/PROJECTS ARE DUE ON THURSDAY BY 11:59PM OF THE WEEK, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.

4 Grading Distribution Self-Biography Plagiarism Certification TK20 Key Assessment Interview Assignment* Cultural Awareness Project* Differentiation Plan Daily Participation/Minor Assignments* Weekly Quizzes Final Exam
*Complete or Partial Work within Learning Community

5% 5% 15% 10% 10% 15% 10% 10% 20%

Expectations for Students and Assignments 1. Read all assigned readings. 2. Attend all class meetings and regularly participate in class discussions. Only University excused absences will be accepted and the instructor does validate ALL excuses. For our constructivist course, students must be present for the entire class. 3. Complete all assignments, quizzes, and exams on their assigned days. Make-up quizzes shall be given with medical or university excuses only. 4. Late assignments ARE NOT accepted after one week. 5. Although many sections of this course are offered, each section is presented, implemented, and evaluated as an individual and separate course. 6. If you believe that a grade that is assigned is in error, you have one week, seven calendar days from the date the assignment grade is released to contact the instructor in regards to the grade. Course Requirements, Attendance, and the Final Course Grade Attendance and participation in this course is expected and will be considered in assigning the course grade. Class will start and end on time, and you are expected to be present throughout. The professor keep notes based on observations of participation just as you will in your classroom. There will be a break midway through the 3-hour class period. Unless there is an emergency, students will take breaks at the common times. If you are unable to attend class, please present a medical excuse, and arrange with a friend to inform you about the missed material to come to office hours to discuss the class materials for that day. There is really no way to make up this learning, and many students depend on the interaction of our meetings for motivation and direction. The professor reserves the right to change course assignments, projects, and examinations throughout the semester. Each assignment/project must be completed and turned in by the due date given. If you are absent on a due date, the assignment/project must be turned in via blackboard (if applicable). Late assignments/projects will be subject to a point deduction of 5 points per academic day (Monday-Friday) for one week preceding the submission deadline or non-acceptance at the instructor's discretion. Class participation and attendance will be considered in assigning the final course grade: 2 absences = 4 point deduction from final grade; 3 absences = drop one letter grade; 4 or more absences = F in the course
NOTE: Late arrival and early voluntary dismissal counts as a absence.

It is expected that all course assignments/projects (inside and outside of class and including examinations) will be completed at mastery level (as designated by the instructor). If an assignment/project is not satisfactorily completed, it may be returned to the student, and the student may be required to re-do the work until it is at mastery level. The professor reserves the right to limit the number of times an assignment/project

5 may be re-submitted and to establish a reasonable time frame for resubmissions. If any course assignment/project is not completed at a mastery level by the final resubmission deadline, the professor reserves the right to assign the student a grade of "I" or "F" for the assignment and/or course. Grading Scale A = 90-100 B = 80-89.9 C = 70-79.9 D = 60-69.9 F = < 60 Communication E-mail within the Blackboard course is the preferred mode of communication in this class. The instructors will respond within two working days. It is very important that students who have questions or concerns take the initiative to communicate with professors. If you are confused or are falling behind, it is important to seek help, preferably using the e-mail feature of Blackboard, as soon as possible. With more urgent matters, please call my cellphone. I will meet with you face-by-face or by phone, but e-mail is the place to start communication. Submitting Assignments Every major assignment is documented using the blackboard. Please put your name on every assignment (both in the title of the saved document and within the document itself). Keep your assignments in a safe place, and give them clear titles such as EDSE 4070 Interview Assignment, Clear titles will help you to find your materials as they accumulate, and they will help your instructors to properly credit your work. Hardcopies of assignments will not be accepted, unless (or until) a digital copy has been received using blackboard/TK20. Additionally, assignment will only be accepted as Microsoft Office or Adobe PDF files. System requirements Students taking this course must meet the system requirements of Blackboard. Any issues about system features must be addressed within the first two days of class. The instructors reserves the right to drop from the class students who have not successfully submitted work online by the end of week 2, whether or not they attended the face to face meeting. Blackboard provides a student help desk, and we are glad to work with you individually, but there is no way you can complete this class without compatible hardware and software. All assignments attachment must be in a Microsoft office format (i.e. doc, docx, ppt, pptx, etc) or as a PDF, when appropriate.

ACADEMIC DISHONESY IN ANY CAPACITY TO INCLUDE PLAGIARISM OF ANY SORT WILL RESULT IN A FAILING GRADE IN THIS COURSE (LETTER GRADE OF F) IN ADDITION TO DISCIPLINARY ACTION.
This course syllabus is intended to be a guide and may be amended at any time by the instructor.

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