EDC 251 - Educational Psychology

3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)

Overview of how children develop (physically, psychologically, socially, and cognitively) and the ways in which this information guides instruction. Includes theories of how learning is constructed and describes various factors that impact learning, such as student differences, motivation, engagement, classroom management, differentiated instruction, metacognition, assessment, and teacher self-reflection.

Information: Post-Degree Teacher Certification Program approval is required before enrolling in this course. Same as ESE 251.