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PSY 245 : Educational Psychology - 3 Credits

Overview

This course explores human behavior and learning in the context of educational processes. Topics investigate the nature of various mental characteristics such as intelligence, interest, and knowledge; their measurement and appraisal, and their significance for educational goals. Several video programs can be viewed by cable broadcast or computer video on demand.

The following are required for entry into this course: PSY 202, PSY 231, or PSY 235, or permission of instructor .

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Objectives

 

If you do well in this course, you will be able to:

  • Apply the principles of human growth, development and behavior
  • Understand the principles of learning and o develop competence in guiding the teaching/learning process
  • Attain the personal and professional qualifications essential for a member of the teaching profession.
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Materials

 

For information on how to order your textbooks, go to http://eli.nvcc.edu/books
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Grading
 

Your course grade will be determined according to the following points:

Assignment
Points
Introductory Letter
25
3 Discussion Forums @ 25 points
75
3 Journal Entries@ 50 points
150
3 Unit Video Reports@50 points
150
3 Exams @ 200 points
600

Grading Scale
A
900-1000
B
800-899
C
700-799
D
600-699
F
0-599
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Exams

 

There are 3 exams in this course. You are expected to take your examinations at one of the NVCC campus Testing Centers. Be sure to allow enough time to complete your exam before the Testing Center closes; Testing Centers have specific policies relating to the administration of ELI exams. You will need to take a photo ID, your NovaConnect empl ID number, and the appropriate Exam Pass when you go to the Testing Center.  

For Testing Center locations, hours of operation and policies, click here.

For information on taking exams outside of the metropolitan area, click here.

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ELI Policies and Procedures

  This is an Extended Learning Institute (ELI) course. ELI courses differ from campus courses in several important ways, including enrollment dates, communication with faculty, assignment completion requirements, and exams. You must follow ELI's policies and procedures if you take this course. Read (or review) ELI's Policies and Procedures before you begin the course. If you have questions, call ELI at (703) 323-3347 or (888) 435-6822.
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Beginning the Course
 

1. Use your web browser to connect to http://www.nvcc.edu/bbstart. Follow the directions to determine your email, Blackboard and VIVA account user names and passwords.
2. Access your email account and make sure you know how to use it; you will be required to use this account for all course-related email.
3. Log on to Blackboard at http://learn.vccs.edu.
4. Click on this course under "My Courses." Review the entire course to make sure you understand what will be required of you. Then start completing the assignments.

Please note that account generation takes approximately one week from the time of your paid registration. If you cannot log on after one week, contact the IT Help Desk. If you can log on to Blackboard, but your course isn't listed, please contact ELI or your instructor.