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Book List Fall 2009 is UNDER CONSTRUCTION!

Please confirm with your instructor before purchasing a text for Fall 2009 as this list is currently still being updated.

Online Teaching Endorsement (CIED)

M.Ed. Master of Education: Accomplished Teaching (EDAT)

Ed.S. Education Specialist in Teaching and Learning: Exemplary Teaching (EDET)

Online Teaching Certificate (ITED)

M.Ed. Master of Education: Middle Grades Math and Science (MGMS)

Endorsement for the Talented and Gifted (PSYG)

M.A.T. Master of Arts for Teachers: Special Education - Adapted Curriculum (SEAC)

M.A.T. Master of Arts for Teachers: Special Education - General Curriculum (SEGC)

CIED
Courses Text(s)

CIED 7601

Course Management Systems for E-Learning

  1. Cavanaugh, C., & Blomeyer, R. (2007). What works in K-12 online learning. Washington, DC:
    ISTE. ISBN: 978-1-56484-236-7.
  2. Ribble, M., & Bailey, G. (2007). Digital citizenship in schools. Washington, DC: ISTE. ISBN:
    978-1-56484-232-9

CIED 7602

Resources and Strategies for E-Learning

  1. Wang, H, & Gearhart, D. L. (2006). Designing and Developing Web-Based Instruction.. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Merrill Prentice Hall. ISBN 0-13-098780-8
  2. Cavanaugh, C., & Blomeyer, R. (2007). What works in K-12 online learning. Washington, DC: ISTE. ISBN: 978-1-56484-236-7.

CIED 7603

Design and Delivery of Instruction for E-Learning
  1. Will utilize texts from CIED 7601 and CIED 7602
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EDAT
Courses Text(s)

EDAT 6001

Using Assessment to Improve Teaching and Learning
  1. Oosterhof, A (2008). Developing and Using Classroom Assessment (4th ed.). Prentice Hall

EDAT 6226

 

  1. Sowell, E. J. (2005). Curriculum: An Integrative Introduction. New Jersey:  Prentice-Hall, Inc. ISBN 0-13-111291-0 

  2. Posner, G. J. (2004). Analyzing the Curriculum. New York: McGraw-Hill.  ISBN-13: 978-0-07-282327-1

EDAT 7131

Enhancing Student Performance

  1. Mertler, C.A. (2003). Classroom assessment: A practical guide for educators. Los Angeles: Pyrczak Publishing
  2. Erb, T. (Ed.). (2005). This We Believe in Action: Implementing Successful Middle Level Schools.  Westerville, OH:  National Middle School Association.
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EDET
Courses Text(s)

EDET 8010

Reflective Teaching Practices Seminar

  1. Title: Creating Great Schools: Six Critical Systems at the Heart of Educational Innovation
    Author: Phillip C. Schlechty Publisher: Jossey Bass ISBN: 0-7879-7690-3
EDET 8020

Using Assessment and Research Data

  1. Creswell, J. W. (2005) Educational research: Planning, conducting, and evaluating quantitative and qualitative research (3rd ed.) Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.

EDET 8030

 

  1. Nieto, S & Bode, P. (2008). Affirming Diversity: The sociopolitical context of multicultural education.  Allyn& Bacon.

EDET 8040

Strategic Planning for School Reform

  1. American Psychological Association. (2002). Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (5th ed.). Washington, DC: Author

  2. Creswell, J. W. (2008) Educational Research: Planning, conducting, and evaluating quantitative and qualitative research (3rd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.

EDET 8050

Action Research

  1. American Psychological Association. (2002). Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (5th ed.). Washington, DC: Author

  2. Creswell, J. W. (2008) Educational Research: Planning, conducting, and evaluating quantitative and qualitative research (3rd ed.). Upper  Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.

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ITED

Courses Text(s)

CIED 7601

Course Management Systems for E-Learning

  1. Cavanaugh, C., & Blomeyer, R. (2007). What works in K-12 online learning. Washington, DC:
    ISTE. ISBN: 978-1-56484-236-7.
  2. Ribble, M., & Bailey, G. (2007). Digital citizenship in schools. Washington, DC: ISTE. ISBN:
    978-1-56484-232-9

CIED 7602

Resources and Strategies for E-Learning

  1. Wang, H, & Gearhart, D. L. (2006). Designing and Developing Web-Based Instruction.. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Merrill Prentice Hall. ISBN 0-13-098780-8
  2. Cavanaugh, C., & Blomeyer, R. (2007). What works in K-12 online learning. Washington, DC: ISTE. ISBN: 978-1-56484-236-7.

CIED 7603

Design and Delivery of Instruction for E-Learning
  1. Will utilize texts from CIED 7601 and CIED 7602
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MGMS
Courses Text(s)
MGMS 7000

Professional Development Seminar I
  1. Lenz, B. K., & Deschler, D. D. (2003). Teaching content to all: Evidence-based inclusive practices in middle and secondary schools. Boston, MA: Allyn & Bacon. ISBN 0-205-39224-5

MGMS 7650

Teaching Practicum
  1. Learning and teaching: Research-based methods, 5th ed., by D. Kauchakand, P. Eggen. Pearson, ISBN: 0205495214.
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PSYG
Courses Text(s)
PSYG 5610

Nature and Needs of Children Who are Talented and Gifted
  1. Coleman, L. J. & Cross, T. L. (2005). Being gifted in school: An introduction to development, guidance, and teaching, 2nd ed. Waco, TX: Prufrock Press.
  2. Must purchase livetext software.

    1. Open LiveText at http://livetext.com/purchasing/membership_student.html
    (Using Internet Explorer or Mozilla).
    We recommend that you purchase the standard student version ($89.00) All Georgia Students will get the unitedstreaming video’s
    So you won’t need to purchase the more expensive version!!
    2. Click on "Purchase Online" (at bottom of the screen).
    3. Select "College LiveText edu solutions $89 - 3 years"
    4. Account Information: enter all information with red * (required information).
    5. For username, Make your username similar as possible to your VSU username for Blazenet if you put vsu after your username it will help us identify you. Example khullvsu
    6. Select State: (Georgia) and wait until screen refreshes.
    7. Select University: Valdosta State University
    8. For projected graduation date, estimate that you will take 2 years (even if you get done earlier that is okay)
    9. Check box for “ I agree to Terms of Service”
    9. Select “Next” at bottom of page.
    10. Follow the LiveText directions to complete your purchase.
    11. After completing your registration, you will be able to use your username and password to login into LiveText which you will use in this course.
PSYG 7600

Assessment Talented/Gifted
  1. Nitko, A. J. & Brookhart, S. M. (2007). Educational assessment of students, 5th ed. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.
  2. Johnsen, S. K. (2004). Identifying gifted students: A practical guide. Waco, TX: Prufrock Press.
  3. Must purchase livetext software.

    1. Open LiveText at http://livetext.com/purchasing/membership_student.html
    (Using Internet Explorer or Mozilla).
    We recommend that you purchase the standard student version ($89.00) All Georgia Students will get the unitedstreaming video’s
    So you won’t need to purchase the more expensive version!!
    2. Click on "Purchase Online" (at bottom of the screen).
    3. Select "College LiveText edu solutions $89 - 3 years"
    4. Account Information: enter all information with red * (required information).
    5. For username, Make your username similar as possible to your VSU username for Blazenet if you put vsu after your username it will help us identify you. Example khullvsu
    6. Select State: (Georgia) and wait until screen refreshes.
    7. Select University: Valdosta State University
    8. For projected graduation date, estimate that you will take 2 years (even if you get done earlier that is okay)
    9. Check box for “ I agree to Terms of Service”
    9. Select “Next” at bottom of page.
    10. Follow the LiveText directions to complete your purchase.
    11. After completing your registration, you will be able to use your username and password to login into LiveText which you will use in this course.
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SEAC (& READ)

Courses Text(s)

READ 6030 Y01

Directed Study in Reading

  1. Teaching Children to Read: The Teacher Makes a Difference 5th edition
    Author: Reutzel & Cooter
    ISBN: 978036138068

SEAC 5030 Y01

Single Subject Research in Special Education

  1. Research Methods in Applied Behavior Analysis Author: Bailey ISBN: 0761925562

SEAC 5500 Y01

Characteristics of Students with Low Incidence Disabilities

  1. Mental Retardation: Historical Perspectives, Current Practices, and Future Directions 2004 Author: Taylor ISBN: 9780205359028

SEAC 5510

Curriculum Design for Students with Low Incidence Disabilities

  1. The Syracuse community-referenced curriculum guide for students with moderate and severe disabilities.  1989. Author: Ford, A. et al. ISBN: 1-55766-027-1

  2. Teaching language arts, math, and science to students with significant cognitive disabilities. 2006 Author: Browder, D. and Spooner, F.  ISBN: 1-55766-798-5

SEAC 5520

Assessment of Students with Low Incidence Disabilities

  1. Alternate Assessment: Measuring Outcomes and Supports for Students with Disabilities 2001 Author: Kleinert & Farmer Kearns ISBN: 1-55766-496-X

SEAC 5530

Systematic Instruction for Students with Low Incidence Disabilities

No textbook for this class

SEAC 6010 Y01, Y02

 

  1. Better IEPS 4th Ed. 2006 Author: Bateman ISBN: 9781578615681

  2. Writing Measurable IEP Goals & Objectives 1st Ed. 2004 Author: Bateman ISBN: 9781578611492

SEAC 6110

Professional Capstone Course

No textbook for this class

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SEGC (& SPEC)

Courses Text(s)

SEGC 6000 Y01, Y02, Y03

Integration and Management of Instruction in the Classroom

No textbook for this class

SEGC 6020 Y01, Y02, Y03

Integrated Instruction: Assessment and Learning

  1. Curriculum-Based Evaluation 3rd Ed. 2000 Author: Howell ISBN: 9780534343705

SEGC 6030 Y01, Y02, Y03

Integrated Instruction: Evidence-based Methods and Strategies

  1. Teaching Special Students in General Education Classrooms (2009) 7th edition, Author: Lewis & Doorlag ISBN-10: 0131486357

SEGC 6040

Technological Support Planning for Children and Youth with Disabilities

No textbook for this class

SEGC 6100 Y01, Y02, Y03

Reading and Applying Research in Special Education

No textbook for this class

SEGC 6110

Professional Capstone Course

No textbook for this class

SPEC 2999

Introduction to the Education Profession

No textbook for this class

Must purchase livetext software.

1. Open LiveText at http://livetext.com/purchasing/membership_student.html
(Using Internet Explorer or Mozilla).
We recommend that you purchase the standard student version ($89.00) All Georgia Students will get the unitedstreaming video’s
So you won’t need to purchase the more expensive version!!
2. Click on "Purchase Online" (at bottom of the screen).
3. Select "College LiveText edu solutions $89 - 3 years"
4. Account Information: enter all information with red * (required information).
5. For username, Make your username similar as possible to your VSU username for Blazenet if you put vsu after your username it will help us identify you. Example khullvsu
6. Select State: (Georgia) and wait until screen refreshes.
7. Select University: Valdosta State University
8. For projected graduation date, estimate that you will take 2 years (even if you get done earlier that is okay)
9. Check box for “ I agree to Terms of Service”
9. Select “Next” at bottom of page.
10. Follow the LiveText directions to complete your purchase.
11. After completing your registration, you will be able to use your username and password to login into LiveText which you will use in this course.

SPEC 5000 C Y01 and Y02

Instruction, Diagnosis, and Remediation of Reading for Emerging Leaders

  1. Reading Problems: Assessment and Teaching Strategies (6th ed.) Author: Jennings et al. ISBN: 0205441211

  2. Locating and Correcting Reading Difficulties (9th ed.) (2009). Author: Shanker, J. L. & Cockrum, W. A. ISBN: 0131722409

SPEC 5000 D Y01

Autism Spectrum Disorders

  1. Heflin, J., & Alaimo, D.F. (2007) Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Effective Instructional Practices. Columbus, Ohio: Pearson Publishers
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*Specific textbooks and editions listed here may not be appropriate for future semesters, please check with your section's instructor or back later for the most recent semester's book lists.