Professional Programs for Teachers and Prerequisite Coursework
Constitution Exam
The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing requires that all preliminary credential candidates provide verification of passing a course or exam in the US Constitution prior to filing for their credential. To assist candidates who may need to complete this requirement by examination, PACE offers this exam monthly.
EDUX 9102 Child & Adolescent Develop (2 ext. semester units)
Prerequisite for all candidates entering a multiple subject, single subject or special education credential program. This comprehensive course provides participants with an overview of the major concepts, principles, theories and research related to the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional and physical development of children and adolescents. Participants learn the fundamentals of how children and adolescents learn and develop, and discover classroom strategies and techniques for affecting positive behavior. This course is offered three times per year; Spring, Summer and Fall.
Professional Clear Courses and Fifth Year of Study
The following courses are designed to help teacher candidates meet all of the requirements for obtaining a professional CLEAR credential as established by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Beginning Fall 2005, course content is appropriate for candidates who seek to "clear" both Ryan and S.B. 2042 credentials.
EDUX 9009 Advanced Study English Language Development (3 ext semester units)
An extended and in-depth review of best practices for making grade level content comprehensible for English Language Learners and a protocol to be used for self-evaluation and reflection or as part of a peer-coaching model. Topics include: lesson Preparation, Building Background, Comprehensible Input, Strategies, Interaction, Practice/Application, Lesson Delivery, and Review and Assessment.
EDUX 9010 Advanced Study of Health Education/CPR (3 ext semester units)
Participants focus on the relationship between student well-being and academic success. They extend and refine their conceptual understanding of the components of wellness, health promotion, and comprehensive school health through both traditional classroom experiences, including the use of videos and role-playing, as well as electronic discussion and reflection.
EDUX 9011 Advanced Study of Teaching Special Populations (Mainstreaming)
(3 ext semester units)
Participants focus on extending their knowledge, skills, and strategies for teaching students with disabilities, students at-risk, and students who are gifted and talented. Traditional classroom lectures and discussions, as well as role-playing activities, participation in an IEP meeting at a school site, videos, and website information will enhance candidates' knowledge in teaching special populations and in collaborating effectively with special education teachers, parents, and with IEP implementation.
EDUX 9012 Advanced Study of Technology in Education, Levels I & II
(2 ext semester units)
A project-oriented approach to integrating the tools of the new technologies into the classroom curriculum. Provides direct hands-on practical familiarity with fundamental applications, educational software, telecommunications, and classroom multimedia.
Classroom Skill Building Courses
- Teaching Environmental Sustainability to State Curriculum Standards
- Storytelling in the Schools
- Create Your Yearly Plan (Creative Curriculum Development)
- Meeting "Moxie" To Get Results (Effective Meeting Management)
- Teaching Gifted and Talented Students, includes Summer Odyssey practicum
- Spanish for Communication: beginning, intermediate and advanced
- Summer Islamic Institute
- Social Emotional Learning in Today's Classroom
- Start You School Year Right (Classroom Organization)
- Courage To Teach and Courage To Learn (Rejuvenation for educators)
- Native Voices Institute
