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Educational Foundations (5100)
| 150 | DEMOCRACY & EDUCATION | 3 credits |
| Based on an interdisciplinary inquiry, this course examines varied theories and practices of democratic education. | ||
| 200 | INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 13-15 sem. hrs. of specific GenEd courses; FBI/BCI background checks. Introduction to the teaching profession designed to explore the purposes of schools in society and what is required to be an effective teacher today. This course will include 10 field hours field observation in an urban setting. | ||
| 205 | FUND EDUC COMPUTER SKILLS | 1 credits |
| Elective Course: Computer skills for education majors with little or no computer experience. Includes word processing, databases, graphics and communications. Cannot substitute for any required course. | ||
| 210 | CHARACTERISTICS OF LEARNERS | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: Completion of all College of Education program admission requirements; Corequisite: 211. Describe cognitive, psychosocial, physical, language, and moral development of learners Pre-K through adult. Identifies learner needs, roles of teachers and schools in fostering optimal development. (10 hours of field experience included.) | ||
| 211 | TEACHING & LEARNING STRATEGIES | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: Completion of all College of Education admission requirements; Corequisite: 210. From course content and activities, students will recognize, select, and practice various instructional models. Students will acquire and apply appropriate learning and motivational strategies. (10 hours of field experience included.) | ||
| 220 | EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 13-15 sem. hrs. of specific GenEd courses; 5100:200 (may be taken as prerequisite or corequisite); FBI/BCI background checks. Focuses on the developmental influences and characteristics of learners, and psychological principles pertaining to teaching and learning processes, motivation and self-regulation in learners. This course will include 10 hours of field observation in a suburban school setting. | ||
| 300 | ED EQTY & EXC IN CULT PL SOCTY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: 5100:200, 220, 5500:230, 5610:225. Corequisite with or prerequisite to 5500:360. Engages teacher candidates in inquiry-based seminars and service learning that facilitate their developing pedagogical competence implementing equity and excellence in education. | ||
| 330 | EARLY ADOLESCENT LEARNER | 3 credits |
| Study of issues in adolescent development, particularly as it relates to educational settings. Physical, cognitive, language, emotional, social, and moral development in learners 8-14 years old. | ||
| 410 | PROF ISSUES IN EDUCATION | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: 5500:310, 311, 320, 330. Course work applies social and philosophical foundations of education to current and historical issues in education with attention to roles and responsibilities of contemporary teachers. | ||
| 420 | INTRO: INSTRUCTIONAL COMPUTING | 3 credits |
| Prepares the student in the use of instructional technologies in educational and business settings. Segments of the course are offered in an online format. | ||
| 430 | SR HONORS PROJECT: FOUNDATIONS | 1-6 credits |
| (May be repeated for a total of six credits) Prerequisites: senior standing in Honors Program and permission of student's preceptor. Carefully defined individual study demonstrating originality and sustained inquiry. | ||
| 480 | ST: EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS | 1-4 credits |
| (May be repeated with a change in topic) Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Group study of special topics of critical, contemporary concern in professional education. | ||
| 490 | W: EDUC FOUNDATIONS&LEADERSHIP | 1-3 credits |
| Individual work under staff guidance on curriculum problems, utilization of community resources, planning of curriculum units. | ||
| 491 | W: EDUC FOUNDATIONS&LEADERSHIP | 1-3 credits |
| Individual work under staff guidance on curriculum problems, utilization of community resources, planning of curriculum units. | ||
| 492 | W: EDUC FOUNDATIONS&LEADERSHIP | 1-3 credits |
| Individual work under staff guidance on curriculum problems, utilization of community resources, planning of curriculum units. | ||
| 494 | ED INST: ED FOUNDATNS&LEADRSHP | 1-4 credits |
| Special course designed as in-service upgrading programs. | ||
| 497 | INDEPENDENT STUDY | 1-3 credits |
| (May be repeated for a total of six credits) Prerequisites: permission of department head and instructor. Specific area of study determined in accordance with program and professional goals. | ||
| 520 | INTRO: INSTRUCTIONAL COMPUTING | 3 credits |
| Prepares the student in the use of instructional technologies in educational and business settings. Segments of the course are offered in an online format. | ||
| 590 | W: EDUC FOUNDATIONS&LEADERSHIP | 1-3 credits |
| Individual work under staff guidance on curriculum problems, utilization of community resources, planning of curriculum units. | ||
| 591 | W: EDUC FOUNDATIONS&LEADERSHIP | 1-3 credits |
| Individual work under staff guidance on curriculum problems, utilization of community resources, planning of curriculum units. | ||
| 592 | W: EDUC FOUNDATIONS&LEADERSHIP | 1-3 credits |
| Individual work under staff guidance on curriculum problems, utilization of community resources, planning of curriculum units. | ||
| 594 | ED INST: ED FOUNDATNS&LEADRSHP | 1-4 credits |
| Special course designed as in-service upgrading programs, frequently provided with the support of curriculum units. | ||
| 600 | PHILOSOPHIES OF EDUCATION | 3 credits |
| Examination of basic philosophical problems underlying broad educational questions that confront society. Provides foundation for understanding of questions of modern society and education. | ||
| 602 | COMPARATIVE & INTERNATL EDUCTN | 3 credits |
| Comparative study of selected national school systems with reference to forces that shape their characteristics. Different theoretical approaches used in study of comparative education also investigated. | ||
| 604 | TOP SEM: CULTRL FNDTNS OF EDUC | 3 credits |
| (May be repeated for a total of six credits) Issues and subjects related to study of educational institutions, theories and/or ideas. Different topics will be offered from section to section. Delivered in face to face web enhanced format and fully online format. | ||
| 610 | INTRO TO STATS IN HUMAN SVCS | 3 credits |
| Applying basic statistical concepts and use statistics to address real world problems in social science | ||
| 620 | PSYCH OF INST FOR TCH & LRN | 3 credits |
| Current theories and research in the areas of cognition and learning, development, and motivation that underlay approaches to teaching in any context. | ||
| 624 | SEM: EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY | 3 credits |
| In-depth study of research in selected areas of learning, development, evaluation, and motivation. Offered in face-to-face and online formats. | ||
| 629 | FUNDAMENTALS OF E-LEARNING | 1 credits |
| The nature, purpose, history and philosophy of e-learning will be explored thorugh examination of associated trends and issues. Establishment of a learning community will be addressed in the face-to-face course component. E-learning course/certificate overviews will be discussed. | ||
| 630 | TOP SEM: COMPUTER-BASED EDUC | 3 credits |
| (May be repeated for a total of six credits. Advanced topics related to development, implementation, research and evaluation in C.B.E. Student involvement emphasized, required. Knowledge of programming language recommended. | ||
| 637 | PHILOSOPHIES OF EDU TECHNOLOGY | 3 credits |
| To introduce students to the many philosophies of educational technologies and the manner in which information technology especially influences our pedagogy. | ||
| 640 | TECHNIQUES OF RESEARCH | 3 credits |
| Research methods and techniques commonly used in education and behavioral sciences; preparation of research reports. Includes library, historical, survey and experimental research and data analysis. Delivered in face to face web enhanced format and fully online format. | ||
| 642 | INTRO: CLSSRM ASSESS FOR TEACH | 3 credits |
| The focus of this class is on the practical classroom assessment skills future and practicing teachers need for decision-making about student learning. | ||
| 643 | VIS,GL PLN&PROF PRC FR TEAC LD | 3 credits |
| This course reviews the main research, theories, and practices that make for effective organizational leadership and professional practice for teacher leaders. | ||
| 646 | MULTICULTURAL COUNSELING | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: 5600:643 or permission of instructor. An examination of multicultural counseling theory and research necessary to work with culturally diverse people. | ||
| 647 | DATA&EVID-BAS PRC FR TEAC LEAD | 3 credits |
| An examination of applied research techniques for school leadership and improvement efforts. | ||
| 648 | INDIV & FAM DEV ACRS LIFE-SPAN | 3 credits |
| An exploration of individual and family development. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the relationship between the individual and his/her family. | ||
| 650 | IMPL ASSESSMENT IN CLASSROOM | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 642. Students in this class will develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive 9-week assessment plan. | ||
| 651 | DATA-DRIVEN DECISION MAKING | 3 credits |
| The purpose of this course is to facilitate the understanding and utilization of data to identify classroom/school improvement needs and make informed decisions in effecting change. | ||
| 652 | INTRO TO EDUCATIONAL EVAL | 3 credits |
| Introduction to core concepts of educational evaluation including; the purpose, process, standards, and models of evaluation. Students will develop skills in interpreting and critiquing evaluation reports. | ||
| 653 | PRACTICAL APPL OF EDUC EVAL | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 652. This course is designed as the second part of educational evaluation with a focus on the application of evaluation concepts and theory to real world situations | ||
| 654 | MASTERS PROJECT: ASSESS PART I | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: Permission of advisor This capstone course is the culminating learning experience for the Masters Degree in Assessment and Evaluation. Students complete a comprehensive evaluation project of their choice. | ||
| 655 | MASTERS PROJECT: ASSESS PART 2 | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 654. This capstone course is the culminating learning experience for the Masters Degree in Assessment and Evaluation. Students complete a comprehensive evaluation project of their choice. | ||
| 695 | FLD EXP: MASTERS | 1-3 credits |
| Prerequisites: permission of department chair and instructor. Area determined in accordance with student's program and professional goals. | ||
| 697 | INDEPENDENT STUDY | 1-3 credits |
| (May be repeated for a total of six credits) Prerequisites: permission of department chair and instructor. Specific area of study determined in accordance with student's program and professional goals. | ||
| 698 | MASTERS PROBLEM | 2-4 credits |
| Prerequisite: permission of advisor. In-depth study of a research problem in education. Student must be able to demonstrate critical and analytical skills in dealing with problems in educational foundations. | ||
| 699 | MASTERS THESIS | 4-6 credits |
| Prerequisites: permission of department chair and instructor. In-depth study of research problem within humanistic and behavior foundation. | ||
| 701 | HSTRY OF EDUC IN AMER SOCIETY | 3 credits |
| Historical development of education in American social order, with special emphasis on social, political and economic setting. | ||
| 703 | SEM: HIST & PHILOS-HIGHER EDUC | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 600 or equivalent. History and philosophy related to genesis and development of higher education in the Western world, with special emphasis given to higher education?s development in United States. Delivered in face to face web enhanced format and fully online format. | ||
| 705 | SEM: SOC-PHIL FOUNDATN OF EDUC | 3 credits |
| (May be repeated for a total of six credits) Prerequisite: 600 or equivalent. Inquiry into selected ideological social, economic and philosophical factors affecting educational development in United States and other countries. | ||
| 710 | ADULT LRN, DEVL & MOTIVAT | 3 credits |
| Emerging theories of intelligence; theories of adult learning; stage theories of adult cognitive, conceptual and moral development; life cycle development; adult life transitions. | ||
| 721 | LEARNING PROCESSES | 3 credits |
| Study of principles underlying classroom learning processes with particular emphasis on teaching as means of modifying pupil behavior; cognitive, motor, social and affective. | ||
| 723 | TEACHER BEHAVR & INSTRUCTION | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 600. Intensive survey of theoretical and empirical literature involving teacher and conceptions of instruction. A student reports on theory, empirical research and applications in areas of individual interests. | ||
| 740 | RESEARCH DESIGN | 3 credits |
| Topics include problem statement, research questions, literature review, choosing a sample, selecting an appropriate research design and data collection method, and ethical and legal issues. | ||
| 741 | DATA COLLECTION METHODS | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 5100:740. Emphasis on developing, selecting, and administering common data collection methods in education and social science research including standardized tests, inventories, questionnaires, focus groups, and content analysis. | ||
| 742 | STATISTICS IN EDUCATION | 3 credits |
| Statistical methods and techniques used in educational measurement and in educational research. Emphasis on hypothesis testing. | ||
| 743 | ADV EDUCATIONAL STATISTICS | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 741. Emphasis on interpreting advanced statistics in education and the social sciences. | ||
| 744 | QUALITATIVE METHODS I | 3 credits |
| Provides an overview of theory about and hands-on experience with methods of qualitative research. Techniques of participant-observation, interviewing, and document collection will be covered. | ||
| 745 | QUALITATIVE METHODS II | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 744. Provides more advanced experience with theory and methods of qualitative research. Data collection and analyis will focus on students' research interests and possible dissertation topics. | ||
| 798 | RES PROJ: SPECIAL AREAS | 1-3 credits |
| Prerequisite: permission of department chair and instructor. Critical and in-depth study of specific problem in educational foundations. | ||
| 801 | RES SEM: ED FOUND&LEADERSHIP | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: 640 and 740; permission of department chair and instructor. Intensive study of research methods applicable to education. Emphasis on developing a dissertation proposal. | ||
| 897 | INDEPENDENT STUDY | 1-4 credits |
| (May be repeated for a total of eight credits.) Prerequisites: permission of department chair and instructor. Specific area of inquiry within humanistic and behavioral foundations of education determined in advance by student and faculty advisor. | ||
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