Multiple Subject (EDMU)

EDMU 520 Literacy and Language in K-8 Classrooms I

Prerequisites: EDUU 510.

Grounded in the science of reading and evidence-based literacy research, this course focuses on development and progression of foundational literacy skills including print concepts, phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, spelling, and early writing skills. Through structured literacy practices, candidates will examine effective strategies for supporting English learners and students with reading difficulties, including dyslexia. The course integrates the California Dyslexia Guidelines, the California Common Core State Standards (CCSS), and the California ELA/ELD Framework to ensure equitable, standards-aligned instruction and assessment. 3 credits.

EDMU 521 Literacy and Language in K-8 Classrooms II

Prerequisites: EDMU 520.

This course prepares teacher candidates to design and deliver inclusive, standards-aligned literacy instruction that promotes students’ meaning making, language development, and effective expression across content areas. Candidates learn to support diverse learners including English learners and students with literacy-related disabilities through asset-based pedagogy, translanguaging, and differentiated strategies. Emphasis is placed on using formative and diagnostic assessments to inform instruction, and on integrating educational technology to engage students and promote digital literacy. 3 credits.

EDMU 523 History, Social Science and Visual/Performing Arts in K-8 Classrooms

Prerequisites: EDUU 510, and 512.

No prerequisites are needed if candidates are using this course to obtain a Multiple Subject Authorization to be added to a Single Subject credential. This course provides candidates an opportunity to study teaching and learning in the areas of history, social science, English language arts, and visual and performing arts. As candidates examine and explore these content areas, they will focus on methods to apply their learning in the elementary classroom. Candidates will develop integrated lessons to demonstrate mastery in-cross-disciplinary learning and assessment. A minimum of 5 hours of fieldwork is required for this course. 3 credits.

EDMU 524 Teaching and Learning Mathematics in K-8 Classrooms

Prerequisites: EDUU 510 and 512.

No prerequisites are needed if candidates are using this course to obtain a Multiple Subject Authorization to be added to a Single Subject credential. This course provides candidates with an opportunity to study current best practices in teaching and learning mathematics. An emphasis is placed on teaching strategies and assessment techniques that build student understanding of math concepts and develop problem solving skills for a full range of learners. Classroom management techniques, interactive curriculum materials, and Science, Technology, Engineering Arts and Math (STEAM) integration are also explored. Candidates will use the knowledge gained to design and present lessons that promote academic discourse and are aligned with the Common Core State Standards in Mathematics. An integral component of the course is a tutorial experience in an elementary school classroom in which candidates apply strategies studied in the course. A minimum of 5 hours of fieldwork is required for this course. 3 credits.

EDMU 525 Teaching and Learning Science in K-8 Classrooms

Prerequisites: EDUU 510 and 512.

No prerequisites are needed if candidates are using this course to obtain a Multiple Subject Authorization to be added to a Single Subject credential. This course provides candidates with an opportunity to study current best practices in teaching and learning science. An emphasis is placed on teaching strategies and assessment techniques that build student understanding of science concepts and promote inquiry for a full range of learners. Classroom management techniques, interactive curriculum materials, and Science, Technology, Engineering Arts and Math (STEAM) integration are also explored. Candidates will use the knowledge gained to design an inquiry based unit and present lessons that are aligned with content standards in science. A minimum of 5 hours of fieldwork is required for this course. 3 credits.

EDMU 561 Clinical Practice I - Multiple Subject

Prerequisite: Candidates must have satisfied all requirements for advancement to clinical practice as stated in the catalog.

This initial clinical practice course provides opportunities for candidates to apply knowledge and skills acquired during coursework to their classroom, as teachers of record, and analyze their performance based on the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). The course also prepares candidates to complete the California Teaching Performance Assessment (CalTPA) Cycle 1. Candidates are supported by a district mentor teacher and university supervisor. Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis. 4.5 credits.

EDMU 562 Clinical Practice II - Multiple Subject

Prerequisite: EDMU 561.

This second clinical practice course provides opportunities for candidates to apply knowledge and skills acquired during coursework to their classroom, as teachers of record and analyze their performance based on the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). The course also prepares candidates to complete the California Teaching Performance Assessment (CalTPA) Cycle 2. Candidates are supported by a district mentor teacher and university supervisor. Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis. 4.5 credits.

EDMU 580-A Supported Teaching I: Elementary School

Prerequisite: Candidates must be in the appropriate multiple subject credential or MAT program and meet internship admission requirements as stated in the catalog (see Internship Credential Programs section).

This course provides opportunities for interns to apply knowledge and skills acquired during coursework to their elementary classrooms as teachers of record and analyze their performance based on the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). Candidates are supported by a district mentor teacher and university supervisor. Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis. 2 credits.

EDMU 580-B Supported Teaching I: Elementary School

Prerequisite: Candidates must be in the appropriate multiple subject credential or MAT program and meet internship admission requirements as stated in the catalog (see Internship Credential Programs section).

This course provides opportunities for interns to apply knowledge and skills acquired during coursework to their elementary classrooms as teachers of record and analyze their performance based on the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). Candidates are supported by a district mentor teacher and university supervisor. Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis. 2 credits.

EDMU 580-C Supported Teaching I: Elementary School

Prerequisite: Candidates must be in the appropriate multiple subject credential or MAT program and meet internship admission requirements as stated in the catalog (see Internship Credential Programs section).

This course provides opportunities for interns to apply knowledge and skills acquired during coursework to their elementary classrooms as teachers of record and analyze their performance based on the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). Candidates are supported by a district mentor teacher and university supervisor. Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis. 2 credits.

EDMU 580-D Supported Teaching I: Elementary School

Co-requisite: EDUU 558.

This course provides opportunities for interns to apply knowledge and skills acquired during coursework to their elementary classrooms as teachers of record and analyze their performance based on the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). Candidates are supported by a district mentor teacher and university supervisor. Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis. 2 credits.

EDMU 580-E Supported Teaching I: Elementary School

This course provides opportunities for interns to apply knowledge and skills acquired during coursework to their elementary classrooms as teachers of record and analyze their performance based on the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). Candidates are supported by a district mentor teacher and university supervisor. Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis. 2 credits.

EDMU 580-F Supported Teaching I: Elementary School

Co-requisite: EDUU 559.

This course provides opportunities for interns to apply knowledge and skills acquired during coursework to their elementary classrooms as teachers of record and analyze their performance based on the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). Candidates are supported by a district mentor teacher and university supervisor. Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis. 2 credits.

EDMU 581-A Supported Teaching II: Elementary Education

Prerequisite: EDMU 580-A, EDMU 580-B, and/or EDMU 580-C.

This course provides additional opportunities for interns to apply knowledge and skills acquired during coursework to their elementary classrooms as teachers of record and continue to analyze their performance based on the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). Candidates are supported by a district mentor teacher and university supervisor. Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis. 2 credits.

EDMU 581-B Supported Teaching II: Elementary Education

Prerequisite: EDMU 580-D, EDMU-580-E, and EDMU 580-F.

This course provides additional opportunities for interns to apply knowledge and skills acquired during coursework to their elementary classrooms as teachers of record and continue to analyze their performance based on the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). Candidates are supported by a district mentor teacher and university supervisor. Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis. 2 credits.

EDMU 582 Directed Teaching I: Elementary School

Prerequisites: Candidates must meet advancement requirements as stated in the catalog (see Student Teaching section) including enrollment in the appropriate multiple subject credential or MAT program.

Co-requisite: EDUU 544.

In Directed Teaching I, candidates are placed with a master teacher for one full term (full school days) in an elementary classroom. Candidates are regularly observed and evaluated by a university supervisor and must successfully demonstrate competency in each of the Teaching Performance Expectation (TPEs). Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis. 3 credits.

EDMU 583 Directed Teaching II: Elementary School

Prerequisites: EDMU 582, EDUU 544.

Co-requisite: EDUU 545.

In Directed Teaching II, candidates are placed with a master teacher for one full term (full school days) in a different elementary classroom and grade level than in the first Directed Teaching experience. Candidates are regularly observed and evaluated by a university supervisor and must successfully demonstrate competency in each of the Teaching Performance Expectation (TPEs). Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis. 3 credits.