EDFD 600 (EDEP 100) Inquiry and Research in the Classroom (3)
Prerequisites: Completion of a Furman baccalaureate degree in education or an approved academic discipline related to subject area for teaching. Designed for candidates enrolled in Furman's extended program. The course uses several theoretical frameworks as a foundation for furthering the professional development of induction teachers to become leaders and scholars. Major emphasis on classroom-based research serves to link theory to practice. Each induction teacher constructs a quantitative statistical research design and analyzes the data. Participants in the Teacher to Teacher program are encouraged to also take EDFD 601 (101): Inquiry and Research in the Classroom, Part II.

EDFD 601 (101) Inquiry and Research in the Classroom, Part II (3)
Prerequisite: EDFD 600 (EDEP 100). As a follow-up to EDFD 600 (EDEP 100), the course continues to focus on developing induction teachers as leaders and scholars. Building on the research done in EDFD 600 (EDEP 100), participants will produce a publishable research paper, to be presented in a formal academic setting. Course also provides the induction teacher with knowledge of the core principles and standards of accomplished teachers as identified by the National Board for Professional Teaching.

EDFD 602 (102) Learning Theory (3)
Study of emerging theories of learning, with emphasis on the application of psychological concepts and principles to the learning process. Recent research and critical issues are examined as they relate to learning.

EDFD 604 (104) Statistics and Measurement in Education (3)
Explores concepts related to measurement and evaluation processes, including descriptive statistics, technical measurement characteristics, test item construction, alternative assessment, standardized achievement and aptitude measures, and non-achievement-related measures. Emphasis on school and classroom-level applications.

EDFD 606 (106) Research in Education (3)
Study of basic educational research design and use of basic research techniques. Topics include identification of a research problem, development of a research design, conducting the subsequent study, and implications of the results for educational practice.

EDFD 608 (108) The Culture of Schooling in America (3)
In-depth examination of the major historical, philosophical, social, economic, and ethical influences on education in a democratic society. Lectures, readings, and activities focus on how these factors have affected educational thought and institutions in America from its founding to the present.

EDFD 640 (140) Best Practices for the Induction Teacher (3)
Designed to provide the induction teacher with a support system throughout the first year of teaching. Best practices from the field are introduced, discussed, and modeled, with emphasis on preparation for the beginning of school, classroom management, performance dimensions of ADEPT, and application of educational research and practices. Course offers opportunities for the induction teacher to network and share common concerns with master teachers and instructional support personnel from participating school districts and Furman University. Limited to participants in the Teacher to Teacher program.

EDFD 970 (170) Teaching Internship (6)
Prerequisites: Completion of a baccalaureate degree in education or an approved academic discipline related to subject area for teaching. Designed for candidates enrolled in Furman's extended program only. Provides candidates with opportunities to plan and implement instruction, manage the classroom, evaluate student progress, communicate with other professionals and parents, and develop as professional educators under the supervision and mentoring of university and public school personnel.

EDFD 879 (199) Master's Seminar in Education (3)
Note: Candidates for the Master of Arts degree in education must enroll in EDFD 879 (199): Master's Seminar in Education as the culminating course in the degree program. Registration for EDFD 879 (199) requires permission of graduate adviser. Course integrates knowledge and underlying concepts from the core courses in the master's program with the student's concentration. Participants will demonstrate ability to synthesize previous course work and to understand the holistic nature of an advanced degree in education. Emphasis is on oral and written communication, as well as use of information technology.