Course: Interdisciplinary Studies 109
Department(s): Interdisciplinary
Studies
Program name(s): The Fifth Dimension
at Mission Elementary School
Instructor(s): Professor
Sally Foster, Department of Psychology
Participants (based on 2004-05
data):
- Approximately 70 undergraduates students per
academic year
Course Description:
- Designed for students in psychology, sociology,
child development, and teacher preparation
- Covers a variety of topics related to the cognitive
development of children; students read research
articles, answer critical thinking questions for
class participation, participate in web board discussions
with classmates and the instructor, do field work
at designated sites, write and submit clinical
field notes, and write an APA format final paper,
.
- Connects theory to practice while improving conceptual
and practical knowledge of course content
Fieldwork:
- Undergraduates mentoring and interacting with
children at the site two hours a week
- Observation of children’s experiences in
the program and preparation of field notes
- Provide undergraduates with experience working
with diverse children and community organizations
Evaluation Strategies:
- Pre- and post-test of undergraduate knowledge
of course content
- Examination of undergraduate field notes to measure
understanding of theory and practice related to
course content
- Survey of undergraduate interest in pursuing
graduate or professional school studies
Sample Course Syllabus |
