Online
General Education Outcomes are the knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and behaviors that students are expected to develop as a result of their overall experiences with any aspect of the college, including courses, programs, and student services, both inside and outside of the classroom. The General Education Outcomes specifically learned in this course are:
- Communication
Prerequisite: PSYC 1813 – Introduction to Psychology. The student will define, explain, demonstrate, and discuss those psychological principles and concepts underlying the causes of human behavior. He or she will become familiar with, evaluate, and demonstrate some of the varied traditional and current psychological principles underlying teaching methods and will study and understand significant environmental and inner forces which influence student behavior. He or she will utilize these principles in promoting an environment which permits optimum learning and the emergence of socialized behavior.
Faculty Contact Information
MAE - Curriculum and Instruction
BS - History Education
- PEL - Secondary Education
- Middle School Endorsement
- Teacher Leadership Endorsement
- Paraprofessional Endorsement
Master Online Teacher
Course Information
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to read with comprehension; to listen, speak, and write critically, clearly, and effectively; to interact respectfully with others.
- Demonstrate the ability to interpret and communicate quantitative data, solve routine and non-routine problems, and recognize valid logic.
- Demonstrate the ability to think critically by separating fact from opinion, drawing logical inferences, and arriving at informed judgments.
- Demonstrate the ability to locate, evaluate, and synthesize material in an appropriate and responsible manner.
- Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the varied perspectives that emerge locally, nationally, or internationally, with respect to cultures, ethics, genders, races, classes, and experiences.
- Demonstrate competency in the basic use of computers by using computer technology in solving problems, communicating, and acquiring information.
Psychology Applied To Teaching, 14th Edition (or newer). Snowman, McCown and Biehler.
ISBN-10: 0-618-96856-3
Direct Indirect
D1 Course-embedded
assessment
D2 Student work samples
from tests and exams D3
Research papers and/or
reports
D4 Homework assignments
D5 Capstone projects or
other culminating
assignments
I1 Student course
evaluations
I2 Students’ written self-
reflections, journal entries
I3Students’ self-assessment
of their learning
I4 Alumni surveys
I5 Advisory Board Feedback
work or portfolios
D7 Oral presentations
I6 Retention and graduation
rates
Online
Assignments
(discussion,
video analysis)
D4 Homework
assignments
Discussion forums and
Reading Questions relate to
course topics. Students
must include citations in
both forum posts and RQ’s.
1B) understands
how each student
constructs
knowledge, acquires
skills, and develops
effective and
efficient critical
thinking and
problem-solving
capabilities;
2A) understands
theories and
philosophies of
learning and human
relate to the range
of students in the
classroom;
2B) understands
major concepts,
assumptions,
debates, and
principles; processes
of inquiry; and
theories that are
central to the
disciplines;
2C) understands the
cognitive processes
associated with
various kinds of
learning (e.g.,
critical and creative
thinking, problem-
structuring and
invention,
memorization, and
recall)
4D) understands
factors (e.g., self-
efficacy, positive
social interaction)
that influence
motivation and
engagement;
7A) understands the
purposes,
characteristics, and
limitations of
different types of
assessments,
standardized
assessments,
universal screening,
curriculum-based
assessment, and
progress monitoring
tools;
7B) understands
that assessment is a
means of evaluating
how students learn
and what they know
and are able to do in
order to meet the
Illinois Learning
Standards;
projects or other
culminating
assignments
Students select a Hollywood
movie that relates to
teaching/learning/classroom
management. Students
must compare
ideas/practices in the movie
and connect them to course
topics.
4G) knows
strategies to
implement behavior
management and
behavior
intervention
planning to ensure a
safe and productive
learning
environment;
Unit Quizzes D1 Course-
embedded
assessment
D2 Student
work samples
from tests and
exams
Students complete
traditional assessments that
involves matching, short
answer and multiple choice.
2A) understands
theories and
philosophies of
learning and human
development as they
relate to the range
of students in the
classroom;
2B) understands
major concepts,
debates, and
principles; processes
of inquiry; and
theories that are
central to the
disciplines;
2C) understands the
cognitive processes
associated with
various kinds of
learning (e.g.,
critical and creative
thinking, problem-
structuring and
problem-solving,
invention,
memorization, and
recall)
Business, Technology & Human Services
Dean, Paul Carlson; 815-802-8858; V105; pcarlson@kcc.edu; Division Office – W102; 815-802-8650
Code of Conduct
Students need to adhere to the Code of Conduct located in the college catalog. By participating in this course, the student agrees to
adhere to the KCC Code of Conduct, found in each academic year's catalog, and understands that his or her classroom behavior shall
be in compliance with the Code.
Please log in to our class 3-5 times per week. Check the Calendar, Modules and To Do List for assignments and activities.
Orientation
and Getting
Started in
Educational
Psychology
Getting
Started
Materials
And
Chapter One
All Course Orientation and Unit
One assignments
Discussion Forum
Case Study
Quizzes
Unit Two Student
Characteristics
Chapters:
Two, Three,
Four, Five
and Six
All Unit Two assignments
Case Study
Quizzes
Unit Three Approaches to
Learning
Chapters:
Seven, Eight,
Nine, Ten
All Unit Three Assignments
Discussion Forum
Case Study
Quizzes
Creating a
Positive
Learning
Environment
Chapters:
Twelve and
Thirteen All Unit Four Assignments
Discussion Forum
Case Study
Quizzes
Unit Five
Assessment of
Students
Chapters:
Fourteen,
Fifteen and
Sixteen
All Unit Five Assignments
Final Exam! *Final Exam or Final Paper Option
College Policies, Resources and Supports
For information related to the Student Code of Conduct Policy, Withdrawal Policy, Email Policy, and Non- Attendance/Non-Participation Policy, please review the college’s Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations webpage, which can be found at catalog.kcc.edu under the Academic Regulations & Conduct Guide.
KCC offers various academic and personal resources for all students. Many services are offered virtually, as well as in person. Please visit Student Resources - Kankakee Community College to access student resources services such as:
- Clubs and organizations
- Counseling and referral services
- Office of disability services
- Student complaint policy
- Transfer services
- Tutoring services, etc.
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|Course syllabus/calendar is subject to change.