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Beth Alsen, Ed.D.

Full Time Faculty - Education

Education Studies

Education Studies

Office: SC 14 - Room: 59

480-461-7506

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM12:00 PM - 1:00 PM11:00 AM - 12:00 PM12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 

Red Mountain Office Hours: Wed. 7p-8:00p

Classes Taught

Spring 2020

EDU220 Introduction to Serving English Language Learners (ELL) 3 Credits
Rationale for and current educational and legal issues for serving English Language Learners (ELL). Comparison and evaluation of various types of language educational models including Structured English Immersion (SEI), English as a Second Language (ESL) and bilingual/Dual Language Immersion(DLI). Includes SEI, ESL, and bilingual/DLI strategies. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
25431
Dobson Campus
Lecture
01/14/2020 - 05/08/2020
TuTh
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Class Started

Notes: All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).
Class 25431: Approved school-based practicum is required. EDU220 fulfills the Arizona Department of Education SEI Endorsement Training requirements.

EDU222 Introduction to the Exceptional Learner 3 Credits
Overview of the exceptional learner with emphasis on factors relating to current practices, identification, characteristics, and educational adaptations. Issues related to mild disabilities, severe disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, intellectual disabilities, and students who are gifted. Prerequisites: None.
During this course students will conduct a minimum of 15 hours of field experience in a P-12 classroom environment, often requiring an IVP fingerprint clearance card. To begin the IVP card process, go to www.azdps.gov/services/fingerprint/#1 and click on Apply for a Card.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social & Behavioral Sciences [SB] 
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
25419
Dobson Campus
Lecture
01/13/2020 - 05/08/2020
MoWe
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Closed

Notes: Class 25419 requires school-based field experience.

Additional Notes: During this course students will conduct a minimum of 15 hours of field experience in a P-12 classroom environment, often requiring an IVP fingerprint clearance card. To begin the IVP card process, go to www.azdps.gov/services/fingerprint/#1 and click on Apply for a Card.

EDU292 The Art of Storytelling 3 Credits
Explore the art and origin of storytelling. Provide a variety of storytelling techniques, styles and exercises to enhance the delivery of telling stories. Assist in the integration and application of storytelling to the learning environment in the classroom. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] 
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
36541
Dobson Campus
Lecture
01/13/2020 - 05/08/2020
MoWe
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Closed

27278
Dobson Campus
Lecture
01/13/2020 - 05/08/2020
MoWe
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Closed

Notes: All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

25425
Dobson Campus
Lecture
01/14/2020 - 05/08/2020
TuTh
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Closed

Notes: All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).
Honors Program Only

Spring Flex Start 2020

EDU220 Introduction to Serving English Language Learners (ELL) 3 Credits
Rationale for and current educational and legal issues for serving English Language Learners (ELL). Comparison and evaluation of various types of language educational models including Structured English Immersion (SEI), English as a Second Language (ESL) and bilingual/Dual Language Immersion(DLI). Includes SEI, ESL, and bilingual/DLI strategies. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
25430
Dobson Campus
Lecture
03/16/2020 - 05/08/2020

Closed

Notes: Class 25430 Online classes are conducted exclusively via the Internet. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on www.mesacc.edu/elearning/get-started for additional information. Required practicum will be completed online within the course, requiring a $15 membership fee to Educational Impact. Students may contact instructor at: beth.alsen@mesacc.edu
All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

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