EDU 221 - Educational Psychology

4 credits (Spring)

The application of theories of learning and principles of development in formal instructional environments. Topics include behavioral, cognitive, and sociocultural theories of learning, motivation, several developmental theories relevant to teaching and learning, and assessment theory. Course requires 26 hours (2 hours per week) observing/teaching in a K-12 classroom. Required for Iowa Teaching Licensure.

Prerequisite: EDU 101 and at least second-year standing.
Instructor: Hutchison