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Winter/Spring 2007 Fitchburg State College and MEC Course Offerings Special Workshops:
Courses:
Registration Information:
Courses:
ADVANCED CHILD DEVELOPMENT
*Core Course* |
| 3 credits |
EDUC 7300 |
| This core course explores human growth
and development from birth to age 18. Various theoretical perspectives
and specific development areas such as physical-motor, cognitive,
language, social, and emotional development are covered. How children
and youth develop as thinkers and learners, specifically how problems
are solved at different points in development, is emphasized. In
addition, candidates develop a clear understanding of the process of
objective observation of children and youth, as well as observation and
recording skills appropriate for various aspects of child development
and behavior. Particular attention is given to exploring the
relationship between developmental theory and knowledge and educational
decisions and practice. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Tuesdays, Jan. 23 - April 3
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ADVANCED SEMINAR IN CHILD-CENTERED ISSUES Online Course
*Core Course* |
| 3 credits |
EDUC 8600 |
| This specialized course in the
Elementary Education program provides students with the opportunity to
explore, discuss, and reflect upon a variety of child-centered issues.
Background information for discussions will include child development
research results concerning environments which support and enhance
optimum development. Topics will include, but not be limited to,
multi-cultural/multi-ethnic education, family-teacher partnerships,
self-esteem research, mainstreaming, cognitive styles and creativity,
the educator’s role with abused children, and educating from student
strengths and interests. Online course initial meeting Jan. 29. **$15 Blackboard user fee |
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- Groton PC Lab, 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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| COLLABORATION SKILLS FOR TEACHERS |
| 3 credits |
SPED 9200 |
| Students study theory and practice
skills related to communication skills and processes as well as
effective consultation strategies for working with school personnel.
The process of collaboration and consultation is practiced in class in
addition to peer coaching and mentoring. Students learn how to evaluate
their consultation skills and to maintain themselves as professional
team members and consultants. PLEASE MAKE PAYMENTS PAYABLE TO FITCHBURG
STATE COLLEGE. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Thursdays, Jan. 25 - April 5
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| CURRENT TRENDS IN HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION *CANCELLED* |
| 3 credits |
EXSS 6001 |
| This course will investigate trends in
health and physical education, with a focus on wellness instruction. A
literature review of various curriculum constructs will be made
pertaining to each field of study. The purpose of this course is for
the learner to objectively evaluate the content, scope and sequence of
these school-based programs using standards-based criteria reference
and to promote essential change in the subject areas of health and
physical education. National standards, state standards, curriculum
frameworks, and school curriculums will be critically examined. This
course will enable the learner to identify school district areas of
need for curriculum redevelopment and to revise instruction. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Saturdays, Jan. 20, 27; Feb. 3, 10, March 3
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| CURRICULM AND TECHNOLOGY **Blackboard Hybrid Course |
| 3 credits |
SEED 8250, BIOL 8250, ENGL 8250, ESCI 8250, HIST 8250, MATH 8250, SCED 8250 |
| This course looks at integration of
educational technology in the classroom, and its relationship to
learning theories. MAC and IBM computer hardware, and interfaces for
classroom inquiry including video and microscope cameras, digital image
capture, scanners, and computer projection panels are examined.
Students learn similarities between standard software programs
available for writing, computation, and data analysis. It includes a
survey of software for studies, ranging from Encyclopedias on CD-ROM to
programs that are specific to the study of various topics in science,
art literature, math, and, language. The class explores the use of the
Internet as a classroom resource, the hardware and software necessary
to get online, search engines, browsers, URLs, online journals,
education web sites, online interest groups, and how to design a web
page. **$15 Blackboard user fee |
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- Tewksbury PC Lab, 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Thursdays, Jan. 25 - April 5
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| DEVELOPING MATH MATERIALS FOR CLASSROOM USE |
| 3 credits |
EDUC 7007 |
| This course involves the construction
and use of varied math materials used for instruction in K-12
classrooms. Displays of multi-level, multi-media materials emphasize
hands-on methods of instruction. Scheduling and evaluative techniques
are also discussed. Please bring index cards, stickers, text and
scissors to class. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Saturdays, March 17, 24, 31; April 28, May 5
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| DIFFERENTIATING CONTENT INSTRUCTION IN INCLUSIVE CLASSROOMS |
| 3 credits |
SPED 8011 |
| This course will delineate
instructional and managerial strategies that can be used in classrooms
to address the individual learning needs, strengths, and styles of all
students. Emphasis will be placed on best practices that maximize
student learning within the regular classroom. The most current and
promising practices, as well as relevant research, will be presented.
Areas of specific study will include special education, second language
learners, learning style and brain research, gifted and talented,
technology and rubric design. The varied learning environments,
content, processes and product for the course strive to reflect the
best practices in differentiated instruction. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Saturdays, March 24, 31, April 28, mAY 5, 12
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| DYNAMICS OF PLANNED CHANGE |
| 3 credits |
EDLM 9100 |
| A study of planned change, essentially
aimed at education, which includes review and analysis of sociological
and psychological factors inherent in the change process. Such topics
as organizational behavior, intervention theory, inter-group relations,
and management techniques, among others are reviewed. The course
schedule includes a series of multi-hour sessions mixing lecture,
simulation, problem-solving and discussion of the four major components
of the course: Organizations; Planned Change; Strategic Planning; and
Managing Change. All topics are considered in the light of the overall
objective of changing/improving schools with an eye toward improving
the education of children and, consequently, improving their lives. |
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- Room 103B, Ayer Middle School, Ayer
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- Mondays, Jan. 22 - April 2
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| EDUCATIONAL GAMES: A HANDS-ON APPROACH TO LEARNING MATERIALS |
| 3 credits |
EDUC 6139 |
| Both students and teachers enjoy
educational games to infuse and reinforce educational strategies such
as critical thinking, cooperative learning and outcome assessment.
Whole class games - Jeopardy, Concentration, Wheel of Fortune, Bingo,
Tic-Tac-Toe, and Smart Toss - will be featured. Hands-on sessions will
give participants an opportunity to construct these games for any
discipline. Games integrate Framework content and foster thinking
skills. Pre-K-12. |
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- 84 Brick Kiln Rd., Chelmsford
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- Mondays, Jan. 22 - April 2
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| EUROPE AND WESTERN CIVILIZATION IN THE TWENTIETH CENTURY *CANCELLED* |
| 3 credits |
PDEV 6548 |
| This class, conducted in a combined
lecture/seminar format, will examine the tumultuous events which
shattered European political unity and cultural and military supremacy
in the twentieth century. Such events as the Russian Revolution, the
rise of fascism and totalitarianism, the two world wars, the cold war
with its struggle between socialist and capitalist ideology and the
current economic revitalization represented by European Union will be
studied. The class will make use of a mix of print and web-based
resources and will involve substantial student involvement in the
conduct of Socratic Seminars. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Tuesdays, Jan. 30 - April 10
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| THE HIGH SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT: CHALLENGES IN EDUCATING STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS |
| 3 credits |
SPED 7709 |
| This course is designed for teachers
who will be working at the secondary level with adolescents with
varying learning styles and needs. Students will become familiar with
current issues in the field of special education, especially as these
issues relate to classroom instruction. Various disabilities will be
addressed, and their impact on learning. Specific strategies for
modifying instruction will be presented and students will have an
opportunity to work together in solving problems frequently presented
in classrooms. The importance of working as a team member in meeting
the needs of ALL students will be a recurring theme in this course. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Saturdays, March 17, 24, 31; April 28, May 5
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| INTRODUCTION TO APPLE iLIFE 06 IN THE CLASSROOM *NEW* |
| 3 credits |
PDEV 6000 level |
| This course is designed to train
teachers to use the applications included in Apple’s iLife ‘06 suite
including iPhoto, iMovie, iTunes, iDVD and GarageBand. We will provide
basic instruction on how to use each of the various applications and
ideas on how to incorporate them into a classroom environment, either
making projects for instructional use or teaching students to create
their own projects. |
- Mary Marotta/Leslie Carroll
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- Room 220, Mary Rowlandson Elementary School, Lancaster, MA
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- Fridays, March 2, 23; Saturdays, March 3, 24; Sundays, March 4, 25
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- 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm (March 2, 23); 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (March 3, 4, 24, 25)
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| LAW FOR THE EDUCATOR |
| 3 credits |
EDLM 8020 |
| Constitutional and statutory
provisions governing a public school system are examined on local,
state, and national levels. A thorough review is made of the legal
parameters surrounding the local level of the educational system. In
addition, students inspect federal and state guidelines generated to
meet the needs of diverse student populations in compliance with
current judicial decisions and state legislation. The impact of
precedent-setting cases is a major focus of this course. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Tuesdays, Jan. 23 - Apr. 3
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| LITERACY IN ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATION |
| 3 credits |
EDUC 8400 |
| This specialized course in literacy
education examines research and literature related to literacy
development. Specific attention is focused on language development,
reading/writing process, and on literature-based instruction. Classroom
strategies and curriculum adaptations that enhance the learning and
motivation of diverse learners, including those which integrate the
Fine Arts, are presented, implemented, and appraised. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Mondays, Jan. 22 - April 2
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| MATH MANIPULATIVES AND MORE *CANCELLED* |
| 3 credits |
PDEV 6969 |
| Working with manipulatives leads to
discovery of patterns and classification. Manipulatives reach across
the four content strands of the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
Lessons with tangrams, pattern blocks, geoboards, and other
manipulatives will be modeled. Games and other activities to enhance
the learning of math concepts and drill will be made and ideas will be
shared. Participants will need their texts, index cards, markers, etc. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Saturdays, Jan. 20, 27; Feb. 3, 10 March 3
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| MOVIE MAKING FOR EDUCATORS *CANCELLED* |
| 3 credits |
PDEV 6000 level |
| This course will offer students an
introduction to movie making on desktop video production. Using
state-of-the art editing software (Final Cut Pro HD) desktop editing
software, students will focus clearly on defining message content,
intent and their target audience. Students will complete projects
including, pre-production, storyboarding, production logo, and planning
sequence. They will also learn the fundamentals of non linear editing,
camera composition, rule of third, and interpersonal communication.
Students will shoot on a digital camcorder with mini-DV video format.
Students are required to purchase one mini-DV tape. |
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- Westford Academy, Westford
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- Tuesdays, Jan. 23 - April 3
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| PEDAGOGY IN READING/LANGUAGE ARTS *CANCELLED* |
| 3 credits |
SPED 7025 |
| Students demonstrate an understanding
of the curriculum areas of reading and language arts. They develop
lesson plans which are implemented during a 25 hour pre-practicum
(field-based) experience. This course is a prerequisite for the
Clinical Master’s degree. It is required for students who wish to enter
the clinical program but do not have a teacher license, or students
with a secondary license. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Wednesdays, Jan. 24 - April 4
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| PHOTOSHOP FOR THE CLASSROOM TEACHER *CANCELLED* |
| 3 credits |
PDEV 6111 |
| Now is the time of low-priced digital
cameras, inexpensive RAM upgrades, scanners, flashcard readers, and the
many web possibilities make this course a necessity for the innovative
teacher. Photoshop, the premier image editing application, has gone
from an expensive luxury to a cost-effective need. Applications using
edited images are now used regularly in presentations, newsletters,
fliers, and web pages. The ability to enhance captured images adds an
important component for the teacher. |
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- Westford Academy, Westford
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- Thursdays, Jan. 25 - April 5
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| THE PRINCIPAL: ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE, AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS |
| 3 credits |
EDLM 9000 |
| This course addresses the principles
of effective leadership of schools, via the role of the principal, at
the various levels of education. The focus is on the development of
human, conceptual, and technical skills required of a school principal.
Among these skills are decision-making, communicating, planning and
implementing, organizing, staffing and recruitment, scheduling, public
relations, evaluating, supervision, contract management, community
relations, and other skills necessary to the position. The course is
not designed to give one answer for all situations but rather the
emphasis will be to enable class members to become knowledgeable of the
many aspects of the principalship; and, therefore, to become clear,
comprehensive thinkers, learners, role models, problem solvers, and
leaders. Course assignments reflect the level of interest of the
participants (elementary, middle, and high school). |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Wednesdays, Jan. 24 - April 4
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| POSITIVE BEHAVIORAL SUPPORTS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES |
| 3 credits |
SPED 8180 |
| A framework is provided for thinking
about and resolving behavioral issues teachers encounter in today’s
classrooms. Various theoretical approaches are presented. Teachers are
required to implement strategies in their classrooms and report and
discuss results. MAKE PAYMENTS PAYABLE TO FITCHBURG STATE COLLEGE. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Tuesdays, Jan. 23 - April 3
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| PROCESS WRITING ACROSS THE CURRICULUM *Core Course* |
| 3 credits |
ENGL 8076 |
| Writing across the curriculum provides
learners with the opportunity to investigate their own thinking as they
go beyond the surface level of text or subject matter to arrive at
meaningful connections and insights. Students investigate creative
approaches to introduce current research journals into such areas as
portfolios, audience, persona, and assessment. Working independently
and in cooperative learning groups, participants immerse themselves in
the reading/writing/thinking process, create their own portfolios,
design mini-lessons, conduct research, and share their learning and
thinking. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Thursdays, Jan. 25 - April 5
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| TECHNOLOGY IN THE CONTENT AREAS *CANCELLED* |
| 3 credits |
PDEV 6249 |
| The objective of this course is to
incorporate technology components into existing units in your content
area. These units will meet State and district content and technology
strands as described in the Massachusetts Department of Education
Frameworks. Incorporating technology into your program will succeed in
integrating best teaching practices while engaging students in
higher-level thinking and cooperative learning skills. **$15 Blackboard user fee |
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- Tewksbury PC Lab, 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Saturdays, Jan. 20, 27; Feb. 3, 10 March 3
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| TOPICS: TEACHING FOREIGN LANGUAGE FOR PROFICIENCY *CANCELLED* |
| 3 credits |
TOPICS 7000 |
| This course is offered for middle and
high school Foreign Language teachers of French, Spanish and Latin.
Participants will have an opportunity to enhance and expand their
curricula by designing innovative standards-based units in compliance
with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and current theory in
second language acquisition and applied linguistics. After an
introduction to current second language acquisition theory, the
instructor will provide examples of units used in teaching for
proficiency. Participants will spend the remaining class time working
together in language groups on topics that will prepare them for
creating their own units. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Thursdays, Jan. 25 - April 5
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| USING THE COMPUTER AS A RESEARCH TOOL |
| 3 credits |
ETEC 7800 |
| This course will engage educators in a
hands-on exploration of strategies for employing computers as a
research tool. Computers are the gateway to a rich array of educational
resources including the Internet and library databases. This course
will focus on both a research process and analytical technique. Using
critical analysis, students will be able to extrapolate from that
research process to apply learned techniques and strategies to all
educational research. In addition, the students will use their research
findings to enhance their current lesson plans in accordance with MCAS
guidelines. **$15 Blackboard user fee |
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- Tewksbury PC Lab, 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Saturdays, March 17, 24, 31; April 28, May 5
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| VIOLENCE AND VICTIMIZATION OF CHILDREN: ISSUES FOR THE EDUCATOR *CANCELLED* |
| 3 credits |
EDUC 6069 |
| This course will examine the complex
issues of child violence and victimization. Current theory and practice
will be highlighted and protective function of the school explored.
Particular emphasis will be placed on investigating the impact of
various forms of violence on the teaching/learning environment and
program strategies will be identified for all grade levels. Content is
appropriate for teachers, administrators, and counselors. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Mondays, Jan. 22 - April 2
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| THE WRITE STUFF: A POTPOURRI OF IDEAS FOR GRADES 3-6 *Core Course* |
| 3 credits |
EDUC 6148 |
| Do you want your students to become
confident and successful writers? Learn how to use picture books as a
springboard for many across-the-curriculum creative writing ideas.
Learning styles, multiple intelligences, writing summaries, nonfiction
activities, research papers, learning centers, and thematic units will
also be explored. Go back to your class with suggested lesson guides,
ideas for many student activities, and samples to share with your
students.* Can be adapted to other grade levels. |
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- 40 Linnell Circle, Billerica
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- Saturdays, March 17, 24, 31; April 28, May 5
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Registration Information
- Registration Form
- CLASS CANCELLATIONS
Occasionally,
due to unforeseen circumstances, i.e., snow, power outages, instructor
illness, etc., classes must be cancelled. Cancelled classes are always
rescheduled. IF EITHER THE CHELMSFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS OR BILLERICA
PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED ALL ACTIVITIES AT THE MERRIMACK EDUCATION
CENTER IN CHELMSFORD AND BILLERICA ARE CANCELLED. Teachers may use
their own discretion in cancelling their classes due to inclement
weather when Chelmsford/Billerica Public Schools are not closed.
- TITLE IX & NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY
The
Merrimack Education Center is in compliance with federal regulations
Title IX, Section 504 and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts regulations
under Chapter 622 of the Acts of 1972 and does not discriminate in
educational opportunities, admissions, recruitment, hiring or
employment practices based on race, color, sex, religion, handicap,
national origin, or sexual orientation.
Every
effort has been made to make this publication accurate as of the
publication date. It is subject to change at any time at the discretion
of Fitchburg State College or the Merrimack Education Center. This
publication is not intended to be a contract explicit or implied, and
we reserve the right to cancel courses or make changes regarding the
information contained herein.
- Cost for all courses is $500 for MEC credit and $720 for FSC graduate credit.
- Students may register from December 1, 2006.
- $10 late charge after January 15, 2007.
- Underenrolled courses will be cancelled ONE WEEK PRIOR to start of class.
- Under the new recertification requirements, 3 graduate credits are
worth 67.5 PDPs or 45 PDPs. MEC credit is worth 37.5 contact hours and a minimum of 37.5
PDPs. The PDP value of any course is a matter between the individual teacher, his or
her district, and the Massachusetts Department of Education.
- MEC CREDIT IS NOT FITCHBURG STATE GRADUATE CREDIT. However, the same
amount of work and hours are required for either type of credit.
- Purchase Orders must accompany registration form.
- Instructors may charge a materials/textbook fee up to $150.00.
- REGISTRATION BY PHONE: AUTOMATED PHONE-IN (for MC, Visa, Discover
only) 978-528-7800, Extension 252.
- All courses are graduate-level courses.
- No registration is complete unless payment is received and processed.
- Refunds:
100%, less $25 before 1st meeting,
50%, less $25, before 2nd meeting,
0% after 2nd meeting.
- For further information call 978-528-7800, Extension 235.
- Contact MEC if you require special accommodations to participate in any
of our staff development activities.
- Transfer from MEC to FSC credit must be completed by the end of the
first class.
- Transferred courses are only valid if taken within six years of
graduation date.
- NO MORE THAN TWO COURSES MAY BE TAKEN PRIOR TO MATRICULATION.
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