ED 253 Educational Psychology: 3 semester hours
This course examines the psychological conditions and research underlying educational practice, especially in the school setting. Current research, contextual examples and class discussion will be used to focus on the characteristics of the learner, the teacher and the teaching/learning process. Study will include theories of learning, motivation, student variability, assessment, and classroom management. This course must be completed with a minimum grade of C (2.00). Prerequisites: PS 101, PS 224, and a cumulative grade point average of 2.50.