Sep 23, 2024  
2019-2021 Graduate Catalog 
    
2019-2021 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Reading

  
  • EDLI 6210 - Directed Individual Study in Supervising Reading Instruction and/or Programs. (1-3)


    Individual study centered around the supervision of reading instruction and/or programs; directed by adviser or other professors. (May be repeated).
  
  • EDLI 6220 - Directed Individual Study of Individualized Clinical Procedures (1-3)


    Individual study of individualized clinical procedure directed by adviser or other professors. (May be repeated).
  
  • EDLI 6500 - Investigating Reading and Writing Process (3)


    Candidates examine psychological processes that occur during reading, as well as reasoning strategies that are necessary for comprehending written messages. An emphasis will be on reasoning strategies necessary for a reader to: (a) be able to evaluate the degree of truth in ideas expressed in various written messages and (b) be able to use ideas gained from written messages to help him/her make better decisions in daily life.
  
  • EDLI 7020 - Providing In-Service for Teachers of Reading and Other Language Arts (3)


    Model programs for providing in-service in the improvement of reading-language arts instruction will be examined. Topics will include ways to make it easy for teachers to apply what they learn from in-service to classroom practice.
  
  • EDLI 7100 - Internship in Supervision of Reading Instruction and/or Programs (1-3)


    Explores and studies at an advanced level the structure and function of reading programs at local and state levels in relation to their functions to promote literacy and to alleviate reading disability; to be taken as requirement for those pursuing the area of Reading Supervision.
  
  • EDLI 7200 - Internship in Reading Clinic (1-3)


    An advanced course. Clinical placement in approved facilities in community reading clinics. Offers experience under direction of clinician and/or course instructor.

Social Work: Concentration Courses

  
  • SOWK 6200 - Advanced Practice with Individuals (3)


    Advanced practice with individuals including client system assessment, intervention, and evaluation.
  
  • SOWK 6210 - Advanced Practice with Families (3)


    Advanced practice with families including client system assessment, intervention, and evaluation.
  
  • SOWK 6220 - Advanced Group Practice (3)


    Advanced practice with groups including client system assessment, intervention, and evaluation.
  
  • SOWK 6230 - Advance Macro Practice (3)


    Advanced practice with organizations and communities including system assessment, intervention, and evaluation.
  
  • SOWK 6240 - Social Policy Analysis (3)


    A study of the design, implementation, and analysis of social policies and their impact on social work practice. (online delivery)
  
  • SOWK 6300 - Empirical Social Work Practice (4)


    A seminar in the integration of theoretical perspectives and the application of research findings and empirical outcome evaluation techniques to advanced generalist social work practice . Prerequisite(s): Social Policy Analysis, Advanced Practice with Individuals, and Families or Groups
  
  • SOWK 6310 - Practicum IIA (4)


    A 250 hour field practicum experience. Prerequisite(s): Social Policy Analysis, Advanced Practice with Individuals, and Families or Groups May be taken concurrently with SW 6320 Practicum IIB.
  
  • SOWK 6320 - Practicum IIB (4)


    A 250 hour field practicum experience. Prerequisite(s): Social Policy Analysis, Advanced Practice with Individuals, and Families or Groups May be taken concurrently with SOWK 6310 - Practicum IIA (4) .

Social Work: Elective Courses

  
  • SOWK 5000 - Special Topics (3)


    Special topics in social work and social welfare. They may be repeated for a maximum of 15 hours. (Online delivery)

Social Work: Foundation Courses

  
  • SOWK 6000 - MSW Practice I (3)


    A social work methods course designed to enable the student to understand and apply social work methods within the context of the generalist perspective with individuals and families.
  
  • SOWK 6010 - Human Behavior and The Social Environment (3)


    An introduction to the theories and knowledge of the human bio-psycho-social development including theories and knowledge about the range of social systems in which individuals live (families, groups, organizations, agencies, and communities). (online delivery)
  
  • SOWK 6020 - Research I (3)


    This is a basic research and statistical methods course, utilizing research in general inquiry and practice evaluation in social work with the generalist perspective.
  
  • SOWK 6030 - Social Welfare Policy and Services (3)


    The historical development, philosophical orientation, and analysis of U.S. social welfare policy and services, including the global context. (online delivery)
  
  • SOWK 6100 - MSW Practice II (3)


    A social work methods course designed to enable the student to understand and apply social work methods within the context of the generalist perspective with groups, agencies, and communities. Prerequisite(s): MSW Practice I
  
  • SOWK 6110 - Social Justice & Equity for Multicultural Populations (3)


    An overview of the professional commitment of social work to oppressed peoples. (online delivery)
  
  • SOWK 6120 - Research II (3)


    An advanced discussion of program evaluation strategies and single system design issues. The student will conduct a research project. Prerequisite(s): Research I
  
  • SOWK 6130 - Practicum IA (3)


    A 200 hour field practicum experience within the generalist perspective. Prerequisite(s): MSW Practice I, HBSE, Research I, & Policy May be taken concurrently with SOWK 6140 - Practicum IB (3) .
  
  • SOWK 6140 - Practicum IB (3)


    A 200 hour field practicum experience with the generalist perspective. Prerequisite(s): MSW Practice I, HBSE, Research I, & Policy May be taken concurrently with SOWK 6130 - Practicum IA (3) .

Special Education

  
  • EDSE 5100 - Multicultural/Bilingual Exceptional Student: An Introduction to the Field of Multicultural/Bilingual Special Education (3)


    This course is designed to provide an introduction to the field of Multicultural/Bilingual Special Education, its characteristics, issues and the representation of this group in today’s classroom. Emphasis will be on several factors that affect the representation of this population in special education classrooms.
  
  • EDSE 5370/6370 - Characteristics and Strategies for the Physically Challenged (3)


    This course is an advanced study of the learning, behavioral, psychological, physical, medical, and social needs of the physically challenged. Strategies and educational accommodations and maintenance of the child in the least restrictive environment are integral.
  
  • EDSE 5520/6520 - Organization and Administration of Programs and Services for the Disabled (3)


    This course is designed for educators and other professional personnel with the responsibility for planning, developing, and administering programs for persons with disabilities. Legal, social, political, educational, community, parental, and funding issues are considered.
  
  • EDSE 5530 - Education and Psychology of Exceptional Children (3)


    A survey of issues dealing with psychology and education of exceptional children. Special attention is paid to the characteristics, etiologies, needs, and scope of each group. Observation and practical work with exceptional children is an integral part of the course.
  
  • EDSE 5540/6540 - Theory and Procedures for Teaching the Exceptional Child (3)


    This course extends knowledge of behavior modification, cognitive behavior modification, and eclectic approaches. Applications will be made of the following: diagnostic-prescriptive teaching, contracting, graphing, cooperative learning, peer tutoring, cognitive blending, role play, multicultural concepts, reinforcement and punishment techniques, research-validated strategies and more. Field experiences are required.
  
  • EDSE 5550 - Characteristics of Young Exceptional Children (3)


    This course addresses the characteristics and needs of children with disabilities, ages 0 - 8. Included topics are: psycho-social aspects, familial/multicultural, developmental, legal, and theoretical aspects. Research and field experiences are required.
  
  • EDSE 5560 - Psycho-Educational Diagnosis of the Exceptional Child (3)


    Administration and interpretation of various psychological and educational assessment instruments. Candidates will be involved in actual evaluation, administration, and interpretation of tests. Test results will be used to develop goals for the individualized educational program (IEP). Field experiences. Prerequisite(s): EDSE 5530  and EDSE 5580  or consent of instructor.
  
  • EDSE 5570 - Consultation and Collaboration (3)


    This course is an advanced course which will explore various consultative and collaborative models of teaching. Strategies that enhance the interactions between the regular education teacher, the special education consultant teacher, the resource teacher, community supports and services are the focus. Topics include communication skills team teaching, methods for inclusion/mainstreaming, parent education/home instruction programs, and research-validated approaches. Prerequisite(s): EDSE 5530  and EDSE 5540/6540  or consent of instructor. Field experiences are required.
  
  • EDSE 5580 - Learning and Behavior Disabilities (3)


    Topics for this course include typical and atypical characteristics and patterns of development in physical (including reflexes), psychomotor, cognitive, social-emotional (including self-esteem), character and morality, and language areas, along with etiologies and theoretical perspectives relating to normal children and those with learning and behavior problems. The importance of early learning as a factor in variable growth and learning is stressed. Field experiences are required.
  
  • EDSE 5590/6590 - Characteristics and Needs of the Gifted (3)


    The course addresses the characteristics and needs of gifted learners, including special needs of minority gifted learners. Cognitive, affective, and psychosocial domains will be covered, as well as an array of alternatives for the provision of special education services. Research and field-based experiences are required.
  
  • EDSE 5600/6600 - Teaching the Gifted (3)


    The course covers predominant theoretical approaches, teaching procedures, and education of gifted learners; methods and materials for special and regular classrooms and alternative administrative arrangements; research and demonstration; and field experiences.
  
  • EDSE 5630/6630 - Teaching Early Childhood Special Education (3)


    Using the diagnostic-prescriptive approach to teaching, various methods and materials will be covered with applications to young children and their families in areas of language, cognitive, self-help, motor, social including self-esteem and character building. Individual family service plans and on-going procedures for documenting child’s progress, home-instruction program, and articulations with community agencies and other personnel involved in services to the young child. Various theories, team approaches (i.e. interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary), and treatment models will be introduced. Prerequisite(s): EDSE 5530 , EDSE 5580 , EDSE 5540/6540 , and EDSE 5550  or consent of instructor. Field experiences are required.
  
  • EDSE 5640 - Managing Inappropriate Classroom Behavior (3)


    Theories, goals and intervention strategies for serving exceptional learners with mild to severe behavior disorders. Prerequisite(s): EDSE 5530 , EDSE 5580 , and EDSE 5540/6540  or consent of instructor. Field experiences are required.
  
  • EDSE 5680 - Instructional Intervention for Students with Mild Disablities (3)


    This course focuses on the study of best practices in instructional intervention for social and behavior skills, number and print literacy, as well as transition planning. Prerequisite(s): EDSE 5530 , EDSE 5580 , and EDSE 5540/6540  or consent of instructor. Field experience in special education classrooms is required.
  
  • EDSE 5690 - Managing Transitions for Exceptional Persons (3)


    With a brief review of the history and organization of the special education service system and with concepts of normalization, the least restrictive environment, and community involvement foremost in mind, this course focuses on models and skills necessary to successfully manage the transition of exceptional persons from one service setting to another. Transitions from preschool to elementary and from school to work settings are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): EDSE 5530  and EDSE 5540/6540  or consent of instructor. Field experiences are required.
  
  • EDSE 5700 - Curriculum, Methods and Materials for Multicultual/Bilingual Special Education (3)


    This course is designed to provide different curriculum, strategies, techniques and methods to provide the individual special needs of the children from diverse cultural/linguistic and ethnic backgrounds in the classroom. Appropriate curriculum needs and material development will also be addressed.
  
  • EDSE 5710 - Teaching Individuals with Severe Disabilities (3)


    This course addresses the teaching of functional and daily living skills for the profoundly to moderately disabled; the stimulation, development, and integration of sensory-motor, perceptual, and communicative skills, and self-help abilities. Home instruction, family support, and school and community articulations are covered. Field-based experiences are required. EDSE 5530  EDSE 5540/6540  EDSE 5370/6370  or EDSE 5580  or consent of instructor.
  
  • EDSE 5720 - Medical Aspects of Exceptionality (3)


    This course surveys frequently occurring medical problems that impact upon the educational programs of children with disabilities. Seizure management, preventing the spread of communicable diseases, procedures for changing ostomy bags, CPR, Heimlich, suctioning, and tube feeding are among the topics covered. Frequent prescriptions from physical and occupational therapists along with the accompanying equipment are also reviewed, and medical dilemmas and ethics presented. Prerequisite(s): EDSE 5530 , EDSE 5550 , and EDSE 5580  or consent of instructor. Research and field-based experiences are required.
  
  • EDSE 5730/6730 - Assessment of Exceptional Multicultural/Bilingual Populations (3)


    This course is designed to address the formal and informal methods of assessment of Multicultural/Bilingual populations. The issues of second language acquisition, language development and language loss will also be emphasized, in order to develop and in-depth understanding of the nature of the assessment.
  
  • EDSE 5800 - Technology in Special Education and Rehabilitation (3)


    This course has several components: study of the various technologies utilized in Special Education and Rehabilitation; utilization of the computer for instruction, electronic communication, and instructional management; evaluation of appropriate computers and software; and utilization of theoretical perspective, goals, and intervention strategies (instructional and therapeutic) for developing and implementing computer based educational environments and aids for the individuals with disabilities and the gifted.
  
  • EDSE 5810/6810 - Cultural Pluralism & Language Disorders (3)


    This course will provide an overview of pluralistic philosophy, developing sensitivity to diversity in communication and learning cross-disciplinary application concepts.
  
  • EDSE 5820/6820 - Cultural Diversity & Behavior Disorders (3)


    This course will address the socio-cultural perspective of diverse nature of behavior problems of children from diverse cultural/linguistic backgrounds who are identified with behavior disorders (BD). Course participants will investigate a variety of strategies and procedures that have been effective in working with learners from minority backgrounds who exhibit difficult to manage behaviors in the classroom. Participants will also research over-representation of minority learners in BD programs.
  
  • EDSE 5900/6900 - Practicum in Special Education (3-12)


    The purpose of this course is to give candidates the opportunity to work under supervision with exceptional learners in a classroom or community situation. It should not be used to meet the student teaching experience for the special education teaching license. Prerequisite(s): Completion of course work or consent of instructor.
  
  • EDSE 5910, 5920, 5930 - Problems and Projects in Special Education (3)


    Individualized projects in special education under the direction of an appropriate member of the Special Education program. May not be taken to replace methods courses. Required: Consent of instructor.
  
  • EDSE 5950 - Student Teaching of Exceptional Children (6-12)


    Observation and supervised practicum with children and youth with mild disabilities. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education, and passing scores on the Praxis II examinations.
  
  • EDSE 5960 - Internship in Special Education (6-12)


    Supervised teaching experience for those currently employed as a special education teacher. Internship may only be used to substitute for student teaching. Completion of all course work and Admission to Teacher Education, and passing scores on the Praxis II examinations.
  
  • EDSE 6910, 6920, 6930 - Problems and Projects in Special Education (3)


    Individualized projects in special education under the direction of an appropriate member of the Special Education program. May not be taken to replace methods courses. Required: Consent of instructor.
  
  • EDSE 7910 - Seminar in Special Education (3)


    This advanced course is intended for doctoral students and includes a review of current issues, trends, theories, practice, research and the application of each to practice.

Speech Pathology

  
  • SPTH 5110 - Methods of Research (2)


    Course which provides an overview of the nature of research designs. The course introduces students to the classification of research. It helps students design and conduct an original piece of research, introducing acceptable writing styles and statistical data.
  
  • SPTH 5120 - Thesis Writing (4)


    A course designed to provide the student with an opportunity to germinate, develop, and study a special area of interest. The student is guided by the principles of the scientific method, and collects and interprets data in accordance with these principles.
  
  • SPTH 5250 - Methods of Speech and Hearing Services in the School Setting (3)


    Prepares the student for effective performance in the school setting in providing treatment programs for the various communication disorders within the pre-K-12 grades. This course addresses the logistics and specifics of providing speech, hearing, and language services within the educational team’s multidisciplinary format.
  
  • SPTH 5500 - Regional Dialects and Urban Language Studies (3)


    Study of American-English speech sounds and language usage in the context of the historical development of the English language. Major consideration is given to dialectal variations with emphasis on differences versus disorders. Multicultural education and intercultural-communication studies are featured throughout the course. Linguistics and sociolinguistics are included.
  
  • SPTH 5510 - Advanced Clinical Practicum: Speech-Language (1-6)


    Clinical opportunities in the diagnosis evaluation, remediation, management, and counseling of persons with speech-language impairments. All clinical practica are under the supervision of ASHA certified personnel. A required course offered each semester or summer session in residence and that is repeatable (a thru f) up to 6 semester hours.
  
  • SPTH 5520 - Studies in Articulation (3)


    Current research studies in articulatory acquisition and behavior. A review of research related to the diagnosis, nature, etiology, and treatment of articulatory disorders is also included.
  
  • SPTH 5530 - Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology of Speech and Hearing (3)


    Structure, function and vascular supply of the central nervous system. Signs, symptoms, and treatment and prognosis of disorders resulting from damage to specific areas of the central nervous system with emphasis on speech, language, and auditory function.
  
  • SPTH 5560 - Experimental Phonetics (3)


    Overview of the physiological and acoustical analyses in speech perception. Integration of these areas are included with emphasis on the development of the theories associated with speech production and perception.
  
  • SPTH 5570 - Anatomy and Physiology of Speech (3)


    Detailed study of the anatomical and physiological structures as well as functions of the speech mechanism and its processes.
  
  • SPTH 5580 - Voice Disorders (3)


    An interdisciplinary approach to the detection, diagnosis, and therapy in the management of structural, functional and psychogenic voice disorders, and laryngectomy.
  
  • SPTH 5600-5605-5606-5607 - Independent Study (3-9)


    Independent research or literature survey of an area appropriate to communication disorders. consent of the instructor and the major advisor are required.
  
  • SPTH 5630 - Adult Aphasia (3)


    Study of the characteristic nature (etiology and symptomatology) of aphasic disturbances, including principles of evaluation, treatment and management.
  
  • SPTH 5670 - Introduction to Human Communication and Its Disorders (3)


    A course designed to acquaint teachers, special educators and graduate students with the nature and types of speech, hearing, and language disorders. Rehabilitation and management techniques are explained.
  
  • SPTH 5710 - Advanced Clinical Practicum: Audiology (1-6)


    Practical experience in the management of the hearing impaired population.Includes case history, report writing, diagnostic procedures, aural rehabilitation and counseling.
  
  • SPTH 5740 - Advanced Audiology (3)


    The theory and practices of advanced techniques for the assessment of the audiological function; emphasis upon the use of tests in differential diagnosis of auditory lesions and functional hearing losses.
  
  • SPTH 5750 - Seminar in Aural Rehabilitation (3)


    Principles, methods and electroacoustical instrumentation involved in the aural habilitation/rehabilitation of hearing impaired persons. Includes oral and manual communication.
  
  • SPTH 5800 - Speech Science & Instrumentation (3)


    A study of the properties of sound, mechanisms of speech production and perception, and relevant speech science instrumentation. Two lecture periods and one laboratory (1 hour) per week.
  
  • SPTH 6400 - Neurogenic (Motor) Speech Disorders (3)


    A study of conditions that affect individuals affected by motor disturbances. Differential assessment of dysarthria and apraxia will be taught. Therapeutic programs will include the mechanisms of Phonation, Articulation, Resonation, and Respiration. Neuropathologies of motor speech disorders including etiologies and treatment strategies will be addressed.
  
  • SPTH 6420 - Multicultural Literacy and Cultural Diversity (3)


    This course will examine: cross-cultural attitudes toward speech disorders; fluency disorders in multicultural populations; hearing disorders in multicultural populations; different learning styles in multicultural populations; and sociolinguistic tools and techniques.
  
  • SPTH 6430 - Clinical Practicum with Minority Children (3)


    This course involves completing a practicum working with minoritychildren. The clinical field experience will focus on assessment andremediation with minority children. Prerequisite(s): SPTH 6420 .
  
  • SPTH 6530 - Seminar in Stuttering (3)


    Studies of traditional theories, and learning theory and conditioning (instrumental and respondent) in stuttering therapy. Examples of behavior modification in the treatment of stuttering will be analyzed and evaluated. Illustrations of operant conditioning therapy and two-factor (operant and classical) theory and therapy will be discussed.
  
  • SPTH 6540 - Seminar in Organic Speech Disorders (3)


    The study of the causes, diagnostic procedures, preventive measures, management techniques, and treatment of Cleft Palate, Cerebral Palsy, Laryngectomy and related organic disorders.
  
  • SPTH 6545 - Dysphagia (3)


    The study of anatomy and physiology of normal deglutition; nature and characteristics of swallowing disorders; methods of assessment and management of dysphagia in adults and children; and consideration of medical conditions such as aspiration, pneumonia, tracheostomy, and other complicating factors associated with dysphagia.  Prerequisite(s): SPTH 5570
  
  • SPTH 6550 - Seminar in Language Development (3)


    Study of the behavioral characteristics of language acquisition and developmental psycho-linguistics. The structure and function of language are included.
  
  • SPTH 6560 - Studies in Language Disorders (3)


    A course designed to acquaint the student with traditional and contemporary methods of diagnosing, treating and managing various disabilities associated with impaired language capacity, with emphasis on current research and methods of investigation of language deficits.

Sport Administration

  
  • HPSS 5120 - Thesis Writing (3)


    Designed to assist students in the selection and adequate conduct of research problems in the area of health education, physical education, or recreation. Credit is given upon completion of the research problem and the passing of the oral examination.
  
  • HPSS 5500 - Problems in Sport Management (3)


    Examination of problems confronting administrators; theoretical models of moral and ethical development will be examined; codes of ethics and case studies will be analyzed to develop a framework for problem solving. An examination of leadership styles, philosophies, and practices in contemporary settings and the evolution of leadership will also be examined.
  
  • HPSS 5510 - Financial Administration of Sport (3)


    A study of fundamental concepts and theories of conventional income sources used to generate revenue for sport organizations. Innovative revenue generating methods will be discussed.
  
  • HPSS 5620 - Sport Marketing & Public Relations (3)


    Practical application of the principles of marketing, publicity, and public relations for use in sport and recreation. Class project may entail working with local agency for a sport marketing campaign.
  
  • HPSS 5650 - Sport Policies and Procedures (3)


    Analysis of sport governing organizations such as IOC, NCAA, NFHS, TSSAA, and others; requirements for membership, compliance, and examination of the rules and penalties assessed.
  
  • HPSS 5710 - Curriculum, Instruction & Supervision (3)


    Practical methods and materials employed in the testing of play activities, fundamental skills, and athletic games are emphasized. Program evaluation and improvement, facilities and equipment, as well as criteria for determining their adequacy, are stressed. An examination of the design, construction, improvement, and evaluation of curriculum in physical education will be incorporated.
  
  • HPSS 5800 - Strategic Management (3)


    Examines the processes for planning, growth, development, expansion and management in sport through technical and professional applications of strategic management principles.

Teaching & Learning

  
  • EDCI 5000 - Foundations of Education (3)


    An introduction to professional education for post baccalaureate licensure students. Includes a critical analysis of sociological, psychological, and philosophical foundations of education.
  
  • EDCI 5010 - Issues in Bilingual Education and Second Language Acquisition (3)


    Current research on bilingual education, language development, and second-language acquisition from the fields of sociolinguistics and psycholinguistics. Emphasis on factors affecting development of skills in English as a second or foreign language.
  
  • EDCI 5020 - Strategies, Planning & Curriculum Design for ELL (3)


    Advanced aspects of English grammar for teachers of English as a second or foreign language. Emphasis on comparative analysis of English grammatical structure, problems encountered by non-native speakers in learning English grammar, and methods for addressing these difficulties.
  
  • EDCI 5030 - Teaching and Assessment of ELLs (3)


    Linguistic, cultural, educational, legal, and logistical aspects of assessing the educational needs of non-native speakers of English. Emphasis on culturally-sensitive, legally-defensible, and pedagogically-sound assessment and evaluation techniques.
  
  • EDCI 5040 - Content Area Instruction for ELLs (3)


    This course focuses on content area literacy for K-12 English language learners and other language minority students. This course will focus on developing content-based instruction in science, mathematics, and social sciences, and the integration of technology for English language learners and World English speakers. Students will examine content area standards with the goal of pairing them with language objectives so that ELLs and World English speakers are provided access to both content and language. Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL), social media, digital technologies, and various other forms of technology will be introduced as supplements to traditional teaching and learning. A 15-hour practicum is required in this course.
  
  • EDCI 5050 - Classroom Practice in Adult ESL (3)


    This course provides an in-depth study of the adult ESL classroom. Content includes adult ELL demographics, issues in adult language acquisition, programmatic models for adult ESL programs, literacy practice issues in adult ESL literacy, instructional planning, curriculum development and program evaluation in adult ESL programs. A 15-hour practicum is required in this course.
  
  • EDCI 5110 - Research and Statistics in Education (3)


    A course designed to introduce the student to different methods of conducting research, as well as to educate the student in planning an original piece of research and developing a proposal for the research. A critical analysis is made of various types of research. The writing style is guided by the manual adopted by the College of Education. Elementary statistics, analysis, and interpretation of data are included.
  
  • EDCI 5260 - Philosophy of Education (3)


    A critical examination of the purpose of education in our elementary and secondary schools and the bearing of this purpose on problems of organization and administration, the selection of subject matter, and classroom practice. Consideration will be given to the significance of our education purpose and practice to our concept of a democratic society.
  
  • EDCI 5270 - Advanced Social Studies (3)


    Designed for candidates who desire to explore newer practices and materials for the social studies program in elementary schools.
  
  • EDCI 5280/6280 - Designing Middle School Curriculum (3)


    Focused on school programs that are responsive to and effective for learners in the early adolescent (11-15 years) range. Organization, evaluation, curricula, and processes for Implementation. For teachers, administrators, counselors, supervisors, and curriculum directors.
  
  • EDCI 5290 - Advanced Language Arts (3)


    A study of current trends and practices in teaching the language arts in elementary.
  
  • EDCI 5300 - Multicultural Education (3)


    The course is designed to aid educators in becoming aware of, understanding and being sensitive to the needs and interests of ethnic and cultural groups, the underlying philosophy being that the differences and similarities that characterize individuals and groups should be cherished for their worth and cultivated for the benefits they bring all people.
  
  • EDCI 5310 - In-Service Education Workshops (3)


    This course is designed to provide in-service personnel with opportunities to make an in-depth study of some area or a combination of areas involving contemporary problems and issues in education. This course is primarily designed to be concentrated into short periods of time for intensive study. Some of the areas covered are developing instructional modules, urban education, dealing with exceptional learners in the classroom, instructional media, etc. (Does not count toward a degree, but the credits are acceptable by the State Department of Education for certificate renewal and a 30 plus program beyond a master’s degree)
  
  • EDCI 5315 - Observation (3)


    This course is designed to meet observational requirements mandated by the National Council on Teacher Education (NCATE). Enrollment in this course and the observations in public school classrooms stipulated for candidates seeking initial licensure meet this requirement.
  
  • EDCI 5340/6340 - Evaluation of Education Programs (3)


    An examination of the development, interpretation, and use of standardized criterion references, and other procedures and instruments for appraising individual and group progress, including processes for evaluating the total school program, including personnel and facilities. Designed for curriculum and supervisory candidates to acquire knowledge of various program evaluation approaches, experience applying selected existing models, conceptualize new instrumentation for unique programmatic concerns, and practice data collection, organization, analysis, and presentation.
  
  • EDCI 5350 - Internship in Secondary School (3-9)


    Designed for those candidates seeking licensure but are already teaching in a State-approved K-12 school. Prerequisite(s): Passing scores on the Praxis II examinations.
 

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