Wide-ranging introduction to the visual arts that focuses primarily on the art and architecture of Western Civilization. Topics include art theory, visual perception, subject matter and content, art-making media and techniques, the creative process and the relation of art to its historical and cultural context. Does not meet art major core requirements for art history. Three hours per week with enhancement. Meets General Education IIIA or IIIC (Prior to Fall 2008: IB).
Presents communication and problem solving theories relevant to conflict analysis and intervention. Focuses primarily on the human and emotional aspects of conflict and is highly pragmatic in nature focusing on communication and conflict resolution skills and models in a practice-based approach. May be taken twice under different subtitles. Prerequisites: CADR 200. Three hours per week with enhancement.
Introduction to the basic principles and theories of human communication. Explores contexts such as interpersonal relationships, small groups, organizations, intercultural interaction and public speaking. In each context, practice skills of effective communication while gaining understanding of the relevant theories and research that are foundational to the discipline. Designed for communication arts majors and minors. Three hours per week with enhancement. Meets General Education IIIA and IIIC (Prior to Fall 2008: IB).
Study of the factors that motivate and determine communication or non-communication among individuals, of the psychological barriers and inducements to open communication and of the effects of these factors upon the people involved. Three hours per week with enhancement. Meets General Education IIIA or IIIC (Prior to Fall 2008: IB).
Introduction to the basics of journalism and public relations. Focuses on developing an understanding of the professional practices of journalism and public relations and developing journalism and public relations writing skills. Prerequisites: C or better in CMAT 101 and 102. Three hour per week with enhancement.
Investigates interviewing situations based on giving and/or getting information and influencing the behavior of others through persuasion. Includes exercises demonstrating most commonly used forms of the interview. Prerequisite: C or better in CMAT 101 and CMAT 102. Three hours per week with enhancement.
Explores forces behind business consumer purchases, capital spending and the balance of payments and their relationship to unemployment, inflation and the value of the dollar abroad. Also examines the effect of government spending, taxation and money supply policies on the economy's performance. Prerequisite: ECON 211. Three hours per week. Meets General Education IIIB or IIIC (Prior to Fall 2008: IIB).
Study of diversity and group development within educational settings. Emphasis is placed on diverse communities, collaboration, decision making and communication theory and the development of programs that address student diversity, community relations and the media. Prerequisites: EDLD 516, EDLD 517. Three hours per week.
Provides significant opportunities for candidates to synthesize and apply the knowledge and practice of effective school leaders in educational settings. Each candidate selects an issue to analyze and develops appropriate strategies throughout the internship to improve student learning. Must be taken two successive semesters to successfully complete internship requirements. Repeatable for a maximum of six credits. Prerequisites: Completion of all courses in the M.Ed. in School Administration and Supervision Program sequence or by permission of the instructor. Nine hours internship per week.
Sociological, historical and philosophical approach to the role of the school in an increasingly diverse society. Emphasis on development of knowledge, values and skills needed to live, learn, interact and work in a global society. Field experience required. Credit cannot be received for both EDUC 210 and 305. Three hours per week.
Examination of contemporary cultural diversity within the United States educational environments. Special attention given to cultural problems and issues that influence opportunities and performance in educational institutions. Human relations skills considered for improving success within culturally diverse populations. Must be taken within the first 12 hours of M.Ed. program. Prerequisite: Admission to graduate study. Three hours per week.
Examines current trends and issues in elementary/early childhood mathematics pedagogy. Focuses on helping educators understand and facilitate mandated and non-mandated curricular changes that have the real potential to improve the teaching and learning of mathematics at the elementary and early childhood levels. Focuses on research-based teaching/learning processes that facilitate conceptual and critical understandings of mathematics as well as the required mathematical understandings that teachers need in order to teach in conceptual ways. Prerequisite: Admission to graduate study. Three hours per week.
Identification of classroom problems and issues related to and involving instruction, learning and student assessment; the development and application of strategies to aid in resolving issues and solving problems; the coordination of student characteristics and environmental factors to improve the quality of learning experiences in the schools; and the exploration of the relationship between assessment and instruction. Must be taken within the first 12 hours of M.Ed. program. Prerequisite: Admission to graduate studies. Three hours per week.
Examines selected current issues in educational technology. Focuses on on the impact of technology on schools and a global society, safety issues, the digital divide and the impact of distance learning. Introduces a framework for teacher knowledge for technology integration. Research topics and prepare multimedia presentations. Must be taken within the first 12 hours of M.Ed. program. Prerequisites: Admission to graduate study and basic computer skills (file management, word processing, Web-based communication and researching skills). Three hours per week.
Supervised, on-site field experiences and a series of seminars with other interns. Experimental learning enhanced by guided readings, interaction with professional practitioners, participation in activities of the host agency, completion of a major project and seminar discussions. Prerequisite: Consent of M.Ed. coordinator.
Permits self-study of problems not considered in other courses. May be taken twice under different course subtitles. Prerequisites: Approval of course instructor and M.Ed. coordinator, EDUC 502 and 6 additional graduate credits.
Permits self-study of problems not considered in other courses. May be taken twice under different course subtitles. Prerequisites: Approval of course instructor and M.Ed. coordinator, EDUC 502 and 6 additional graduate credits.
Examines concepts, principles, theories and research related to teaching and learning for diverse populations across grade levels. Explores traditional and nontraditional strategies for assessing student learning. Field experience is included. Credit cannot be received for both EDUC 300 and EDUC 304. Prerequisite: EDUC 210. Three hours per week.
Introduction to second language acquisition (SLA) theory and the application of SLA theory to second/foreign language teaching practices. Explores what it means to know a language and, hence, how one learns a second language. May be offered for undergraduate or graduate credit. Prerequisite: C or better in ENGL 103. Three hours per week with enhancement.
An introduction to second language acquisition (SLA) theory and application of SLA theory to second/foreign language teaching practices. Explores what it means to know a language and, hence, how one learns a second language. This is an introductory course intended for graduate credit only. Three hours per week.
Overview of chronic and communicable diseases. Examination of the processes used in modern society to assist in the identification, prevention and control of disease. Emphasis placed on information and concepts required as foundation knowledge for school health educators. Three hours per week.
Intensive research or study of a selected topic in management information systems. May be used as an information systems elective if approved by the department chair. May be repeated once for credit under different subtitles. Prerequisites: Junior standing and consent of instructor prior to registration.
Essential concepts in database management, including database processing, data modeling, relational database design, and implementation. Includes project management methods, hands-on use of database tools, SQL, and a team project requiring on-line collaboration. Prerequisites: Graduate standing, computer literacy and MS Office tools. Three hours per week.
Study of the general nature, behavior and functions of organization and management in business. Emphasis on planning, organizing, leading, motivating and controlling. Major Prerequisite: Admission to the professional program. Non-Major Prerequisite: Junior standing and C or better in ECON 150 or 211 or 212. Corequisite: BUAD 300. Three hours per week.
Survey of basic marketing concepts and principles from a managerial perspective. Topics include the marketing concept, environment and demand analysis, marketing mix (product, price distribution and promotion) and an introduction to marketing strategy and international marketing. Major Prerequisite: Admission to Professional Program. Non-Major Prerequisites: Completion of 56 credit hours of college courses and ECON 150 or 211 or 212 with C or better. Three hours per week.
The study of the development of blues as a song style and the effect it has on modern American music. Traces the historical origins and traditions that developed into a style of its own and the influence the Blues had on rock and roll, Gospel, Country, R&B, and Soul. Three hours per week with enhancement. Meets General Education IIIA or IIIC (Prior to Fall 2008: IB).
Study and practice of principles that affect human health. Emphases on physical fitness, stress management, nutrition and weight control with specific personalized techniques for optimizing health. Four hours per week. Meets General Education V (Prior to Fall 2008: IV).
Study and practice of principles that affect human health. Emphases on physical fitness, stress management, nutrition and weight control with specific personalized techniques for optimizing health. Four hours per week. Meets General Education V (Prior to Fall 2008: IV).
Comprehensive examination of the American political process which analyzes the role of the Constitution, the organization and function of the presidency, Congress, Supreme Court, political parties and interest groups and the distribution of power within American society. Three hours per week with enhancement. Meets General Education IIIB or IIIC (Prior to Fall 2008: IIB).
Survey of the characteristics of and theories explaining the physical, intellectual, social and emotional development of individuals throughout the life span. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. Three hours per week with enhancement.
Introduction to the biological basis of behavior with emphasis on the anatomy and physiology of nerve cells and the nervous system, the effects of drugs on the nervous system, and other introductory topics. Prerequisites: PSYC 101. Three hours per week with enhancement.
Scientific study of the behavior and thought of individuals as a function of social stimuli. Topics include persuasion, social cognition, prejudice, attraction, aggression, pro-social behavior, and group processes. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. Three hours per week with enhancement.
Comprehensive survey of aging - the final developmental period in the lifespan. Topic covered include: research methodology, physical aging, cognitive aging, life span development issues, relationships, well being, and mental health. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. Three hours per week with enhancement.
Introduction to methods, techniques and theories in the practice of clinical/counseling psychology in a variety of settings. Current problems and issues confronting clinical and counseling psychologists are investigated. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. Three hours per week with enhancement.
Study of children who vary from the norm, including those with physical disabilities, mental disabilities and socio-emotional disturbances. Prerequisite: PSYC 320. Three hours per week with enhancement.
Study of human sensory and perceptual systems with emphasis on vision. Perception treated from a physiological, behavioral and cognitive point of view. Prerequisites: PSYC 301. Three hours per week with enhancement.
Physical, intellectual, emotional and social development of children (ages 3-18) with emphasis on adolescent development. Attention is given to student learning and assessment. Required field observation. Credit may not be received for both SCED 300 and ELED 304 or EDUC 300. Three hours per week.
Introduction to the history, theoretical concepts, cultural traditions and clinical interventions related to the field of death and dying and how it pertains to social work. Traditional as well as contemporary models are explored. Prerequisite: Junior or senior status or permission of instructor. Three hours per week.
Introduction to the history, theoretical concepts, cultural traditions and clinical interventions related to the field of death and dying and how it pertains to social work. Traditional as well as contemporary models are explored. Prerequisite: Junior or senior status or permission of instructor. Three hours per week.
Study of social welfare, family, consumer law and the legal authority of social agencies to make regulations. Guidelines for court testimony and rules of evidence presented. Three hours per week.
Study of social welfare, family, consumer law and the legal authority of social agencies to make regulations. Guidelines for court testimony and rules of evidence presented. Three hours per week.
Provides a comprehensive introduction to the recognition, assessment and intervention with persons who abuse substances. Attention is directed to the interactive effects of substance abuse on abusers, on other persons in the abusers' lives, and on society. Other topics explored in the course will include: models of chemical dependency, the dually-diagnosed client; and the comparison and contrast of selected models of intervention. Prerequisite: Concentration status or permission of department. Three hours per week.
Provides a comprehensive introduction to the recognition, assessment and intervention with persons who abuse substances. Attention is directed to the interactive effects of substance abuse on abusers, on other persons in the abusers' lives, and on society. Other topics explored in the course will include: models of chemical dependency, the dually-diagnosed client; and the comparison and contrast of selected models of intervention. Prerequisite: Concentration status or permission of department. Three hours per week.
Surveys Western theatre from the Elizabethan period to the present. Examines the influence of non-Western forms and developing aesthetics of Early Modern drama. Connects the diverse social, political and philosophical forces that shape the theatre as an expression of the modern world. Prerequisite: THEA 300. Three hours per week with enhancement.
