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EN 508. Teaching College Environmental Science (3)
The role of environmental science in the curriculum, types and levels of courses, and techniques of teaching. Development of teaching materials and teaching observation required.
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EN 541. Environmental Toxicology (4)
Overview of concepts and terminology combining several diverse disciplines to investigate how society creates, regulates, and perceives the effects of toxic substances in the environment. Health issues and approaches to control the major environmental health problems associated with various occupations in industrialized and developing countries will also be examined. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: Sixteen hours in biology or environmental science or permission of the Dean.
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EN 550. Environmental Health and Safety Management (3)
Environmental features and policies necessary for responsible health and safety management from perspective of the environmental manager. One or more research projects and/or papers are required. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisites: Graduate standing.
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EN 551. Industrial Hygiene (3)
Planning and implementation of programs to minimize occupational health hazards. Procedures and methods to recognize, evaluate, and control occupational health hazards are emphasized. One or more research projects and/or papers are required. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisites: Graduate standing.
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EN 553. Appalachian Ecology (4)
A study of the biodiversity and geology of the Appalachian Mountains with particular focus on unique biological communities and the impact of natural and anthropogenic events on the landscape and ecology.
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EN 554. Conservation Biology (3)
This course provides an introduction to the field of conservation biology and examines the relationship between human populations and biodiversity. Graduate project required. Three lecture hours per week.
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EN 555. Ecological Management (3)
Management methods and factors affecting successful management of natural resources, with a look at several specific habitat types. Online only.
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EN 556. Ecological Restoration (3)
Exploration of basic principles of ecological restoration including physical, chemical, and biological manipulations required for restoration success. Additionally, this course will provide a detailed examination of practical aspects of restoration in selected ecosystems. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisites: Graduate standing.
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EN 558. Subtropical Ecology (4)
This course will provide an introduction to habitats and ecosystems of subtropical Florida. Students will gain insight into the natural and cultural history of some of the most unique and diverse habitats in North America. The course will include weekly meetings to discuss subtropical habitats, followed by a 7 day field trip. Upon return, students will develop a research paper and a presentation on a topic related to these habitats. A graduate research project is also required.
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EN 559. Wetlands Ecology (3)
Focus on near shore wetland areas and emphasize biogeochemical processes, productivity, biodiversity and ecosystem function, as well as address the issues that threaten and protect these valuable and complex resources. Online only. Prerequisites: BY 212 or BY 222.
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EN 570. Environmental Chemistry (4)
The application of chemical and biochemical principles to environmental problems and their solutions. Emphasis is placed on the behavior of pollutants in the natural ecosystem and their management. One or more research projects and/or papers are required. Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: Graduate standing.
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EN 580. Environmental Law (3)
Governmental regulations that seek to insure the quality of the environmental and the safety of the work place. One or more research projects and/or papers are required. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisites: Graduate standing.
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EN 597. Independent Study in Environmental Sciences (1-8)
Content and nature of the course determined by the individual needs and interests of the student. One or more research projects or papers are required. One to four semester hours per semester. May be repeated for a maximum of eight semester hours. Prerequisites: Graduate standing.
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EN 598. Selected Topics in Environmental Sciences (1-4)
Requirements and interests of students determine the topics and format of the course. One of more research projects and/or papers are required. Prerequisites: Graduate standing.
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EN 599. Thesis in Environmental Sciences (1-3)
A thesis evidencing research capacity, independent thought and the ability to interpret materials is required of students pursuing the thesis option. Normally students enroll in this course continuously from the inception of their thesis project until the final document is approved by the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies. A maximum of six semester hours in this course will be counted toward the Master’s degree. Prerequisites: Permission of Dean of the College.
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FINANCE (FI) |
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FI 507. Independent Study in Finance (3)
Collaboration between faculty and student to complete a research endeavor or to facilitate the individual completion of a graduate finance course within the required or elective course lists. The faculty member and student may collaborate to present research findings at conferences or to submit journal articles.
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FI 508. Special Topics in Finance (3)
This course is a study of current issues, opportunities, and areas of special interest in finance that are not contained within the existing foundational or elective courses. Participation requirements may include the authoring and presenting of a research paper at regional or national conferences in conjunction with faculty.
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FI 511. Behavioral Finance and Organizational Decisions (3)
This course is a study of the key psychological obstacles to value-maximizing behaviors and methods of mitigating their effects. Topics include the underlying factors and processes that result in non-optimal decisions; perceptions about risk and reward and financial decision making in the areas of investing, trading, valuation, capital budgeting, capital structure, dividend policy, agency conflicts, corporate governance, and mergers and acquisitions.
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FI 513. Financial Management (3)
Topics include cost of capital, value of the firm, derivative securities, efficient capital markets, capital structure, capital budgeting, forecasting, financial statement analysis, mergers, leasing versus purchasing, financial ratio analysis, and other relevant topics are covered in the contexts of value and wealth maximization.
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FI 514. Non-Profit Financial Management (3)
This course provides an overview of finance from the perspective of public entities, non-profit and not-for-profit organizations, and government organizations. Topics include incorporation, funding and funding proposals, grants, taxation, financial decisions, responsibilities of financial officers to stakeholders, principal-agency issues, financial fraud, financial constraints, financial decisions, ethics, and the use of limited financial resources to maximize the fulfilling of organizational mission and societal benefit.
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FI 550. International Finance and Capital Markets (3)
This course is an analysis of operation and regulation of international financial markets for derivatives (options, futures, and swaps), equities, debt, and currencies. Topics include financial aspects of multinational enterprises emphasizing balance of payments, foreign exchange risk management, international money and capital markets, multinational treasury functions, and political risk analysis.
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FIRE SCIENCE MANAGEMENT (FSC) |
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FSC 500. Executive Development (3)
This course is intended to provide a framework in which leadership is a process whereby you and others perform adaptive work. The three primary curriculum themes of the course are leadership, research, and change. Through a combination of theory, case-study analysis, reflection, introspection, and self- and observer-based assessment, participants learn how to enhance personal/ team development and engage in applied research. This course is comparable with FESCHE R0123.
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FSC 505. Executive Analysis of Community Risk Reduction (3)
This course is a mixture of philosophy and application--the value of the community risk reduction and the process of applying risk reduction to the community. It involves developing partnerships with the community to implement programs, initiatives, and services that prevent and/or mitigate the risk of human caused or natural disasters. Traditional fire prevention programs are addressed. This course is comparable with FESCHE R0274.
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FSC 510. Executive Analysis of Fire Service Operations in Emergency Management (3)
This course is designed to prepare senior staff officers in the administrative functions necessary to manage the operational component of a fire and rescue department effectively. Since the subject matter is comprehensive, maximum use of the students' time is required. Some of the areas covered are risk assessment, incident documentation, media/political considerations, standards, legal mandates, capability assessment, damage assessment, emergency operations, Integrated Emergency Management System (IEMS), Multi-Agency Coordination Systems (MACS) including the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), and emergency information systems. This course is comparable with FESCHE R0306.
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FSC 515. Executive Leadership (3)
This course includes self- and observer-based multi-rater assessment instruments, case-study analysis, role playing, and adaptive problem consult, experiential activities, and a staff ride. Participants complete a 'personal plan' to assess currency and then create goals in four areas of professional, personal, community, and family life. This course is comparable with FESCHE R0125.
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HISTORY (HY) |
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HY 500. The Historian’s Craft (3)
A readings-based introduction to the leading historical schools, the development of the historical profession, and the research methodologies employed by professional historians.
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HY 503. The First World War (3)
A study of the origins of the First World War emphasizing the evolution of strategy, operations, and tactics.
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HY 504. The Second World War (3)
A study of warfare from 1931 through 1945, emphasizing strategy, operations and tactics.
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HY 505. War of the Modern Age (3)
The study of war and warfare from 1859 through September 11, 2001, with an emphasis on the evolution of strategy, operations, and tactics.
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HY 506. Film and History (3)
A survey of the history of film and development of film within its cultural context. The course will include frequent discussions of the proper use of film in the classroom.
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HY 507. Directed Studies in History (1-3)
Independent study and/or research in history. Course content and format determined by student needs and interests. A maximum of six hours may be earned in this course. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean
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HY 508. Meaning of the First World War (3)
An examination of the intellectual and cultural background of “the Great War,” and its continuing impact on intellectual and cultural life of the modern world.
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HY 509. Internship (3)
Supervised internship with a departmentally-approved public history facility, archival institution, or historical journal. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours. Prerequisites: At least six hours of graduate-level history courses, letter of agreement from the host institution, and approval of both the supervising faculty member and the department chair.
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HY 510. American Diplomatic History (3)
A study of the diplomatic events and foreign policy decisions in American history, with special emphasis on the United States as a world power.
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HY 511. Colonial/Revolutionary America (3)
A survey of the history of Colonial America from the age of discovery to the adoption of the Constitution.
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HY 512. The Early National Period (3)
The development of the American Republic from 1789 to 1824.
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HY 513. Jacksonian America (3)
The development of the United States from 1820 through 1845.
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HY 514. The Civil War Era (3)
United States politics and culture from the Mexican-American War through the end of Congressional Reconstruction.
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HY 515. Gilded Age and Progressive Era (3)
U.S. History 1876 - 1917: A study of the American response to industrialization and its emergence as a world power.
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HY 516. America from WWI to WWII (3)
U.S. History 1917-1945; America in the Great War, the Roaring Twenties, Depression, the New Deal, and WWII.
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HY 517. The Modern Age in the United States (3)
U.S. History since 1945; A study of America in the Cold War, and social, economic and political revolutions at home.
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HY 518. U.S. Constitutional History I (3)
An exploration of the cultural foundations of U.S. constitutional law and constitutionalism from the Glorious Revolution through 1868.
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HY 519. U.S. Constitutional History II (3)
An exploration of the evolution of U.S. constitutional law and constitutionalism from 1868 through the 1980s.
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HY 520. History of Alabama (3)
A survey of the major developments and events in the history of Alabama from the colonial period until the twentieth century.
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HY 521. History of the Old South (3)
A survey of the history of the South to 1865.
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HY 522. History of the New South (3)
The development of the South since Reconstruction and the South’s place in the nation today.
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HY 523. The Military History of the Civil War (3)
A survey of the military campaigns of the American Civil War from Fort Sumter to Appomattox.
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HY 525. The American Revolution in the South (3)
A detailed examination of the American Revolution and the War for Independence in the American South from 1763 until 1783.
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HY 533. Europe in the 19th Century (3)
Political, social, economic, and diplomatic developments in Europe from 1815 to 1918.
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HY 535. Contemporary Europe (3)
Political, social, economic, and diplomatic developments in Europe from 1945 to present.
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HY 537. History of Nazism and Fascism (3)
History of the rise of fascist regimes throughout Europe following the First World War with emphasis on Nazi Germany and the Holocaust.
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HY 538. Research Seminar in European History (3)
An advanced graduate research seminar in European history. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours.
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HY 545. Great Britain from 1865 to 1914 (3)
A detailed survey of the history of Great Britain from 1868 until 1914.
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HY 546. Great Britain from WWI to WWII, 1914-1945 (3)
A detailed examination of Great Britain's involvement in the two world wars of the twentieth century concentrating on politics, society, and diplomacy in the era.
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HY 551. History of Japan (3)
Philosophy, geography, and history of Japan.
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HY 552. History of China (3)
Philosophy, geography, and history of China.
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HY 557. Natural History of the Black Belt (3)
A survey of the natural, environmental, cultural, and social history of the Black Belt region.
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HY 571. African-American History, 1400-1865 (3)
The history of African-Americans from their roots in West Africa to emancipation in the United States.
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HY 572. African-American History, 1866-Present (3)
The history of African-Americans from emancipation to the present.
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HY 573. Slavery in North America (3)
A readings seminar in North American slavery concentrating on the primary literature and the evolution of interpretation.
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HY 575. The Modern Civil Rights Movement (3)
A study of the Civil Rights Movement from the New Deal to 1980.
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HY 576. Comparative Slavery (3)
A readings seminar examining the primary literature using the comparative approach to the study of slavery.
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HY 585. Fundamentals of Historic Preservation (3)
An introduction to the field of historic preservation, and an examination of the development of U.S. preservation movements.
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HY 586. Fundamentals of Public History (3)
An interdisciplinary introduction to public history, examining local history, archival management, historical archaeology, and museum studies.
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HY 589. Seminar in Teaching College History (3)
An introduction to the problems of teaching at the college level, the place of history in the curriculum, types and levels of courses, and techniques of teaching. A research project and some supervised teaching are required.
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HY 597. Research Seminar in History (3)
An advanced research seminar in history. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours credit.
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HY 598. Selected Topics in History (3)
Critical readings, lectures, and discussions of selected topics not generally included in course offerings. Course content and format determined by students’ interests and instructor expertise. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours.
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HY 599. Thesis Research (1-3)
A thesis evidencing research capacity, independent thought and the ability to interpret materials is required of students pursuing the thesis option. Normally students enroll in this course continuously from the inception of their thesis project until the final document is approved by the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies. A maximum of six semester hours in this course will be counted toward the Master’s degree. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean of the College.
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HOMELAND SECURITY (HS) |
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HS 500. Homeland Security (3)
This course is a comprehensive overview of U.S. homeland security policy and management. Topics include terrorism and insurgency, domestic and international security threats and responses, transnational organized crime, WMD proliferation, cyber-security, intelligence, national and homeland security strategies, critical infrastructure protection, and international security.
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HS 505. Intelligence Analysis (3)
Intelligence analysis aspects of homeland security as they relate to domestic security, emergency, preparedness, technology policy, conflicts, and timely intelligence for human decisions.
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HS 510. Security Management (3)
Overview of security management concepts. Topics covered include threat assessment, security inspections, architecture and design for security, physical and electronic security, perimeter protection and the guard force, clear zones, penetration testing, and security planning.
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HS 520. Emergency and Disaster Management (3)
This course examines the history of emergency management; events of man-made and natural disasters; controlling, coordinating; leading, organizing, and planning activities during phases of preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery; concepts of homeland security and civil defense; domestic and international incidents; technologies and resources of both the private and government sectors for managing emergencies and disasters.
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INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP (IL) |
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IL 571. School Law (3)
This course introduces students to the legal and ethical reasoning systems which influence the practice of school administrators. Students will be able to relate to constitutional, federal, state, and local requirements as they concern students, employees, teachers, and the administration of the instructional program. Embedded field experiences required. Prerequisites: Unconditional admission to the Instructional Leadership program.
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IL 572. Curricular and Instructional Supervision (3)
The student will learn the knowledge and skills required of an instructional leader for directing school improvement, creating a positive school climate, developing a challenging curriculum, and implementing effective instructional practices that increase student achievement. Embedded field experiences required. Prerequisites: Unconditional admission to the Instructional Leadership program.
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IL 573. Contextual Dimensions of Instructional Leadership (3)
This course addresses the need for instructional leaders to understand and be able to operate within the larger context of community. Students will develop an understanding of the influence of political, social, economic, and cultural contexts on the daily operation of schools. Embedded field experiences required. Prerequisites: Unconditional admission to the Instructional Leadership program.
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IL 574. Leading and Managing Learning Organizations (3)
Students will have the knowledge of how to set high expectations and standards for all faculty and staff within specific state and local regulations that govern such processes. Students will demonstrate the ability to hire, support, and maintain a diverse, competent, and highly qualified staff while providing continuous professional development and maintaining his/her own continuous improvement. Embedded field activities required. Prerequisites: Unconditional admission to the Instructional Leadership program.
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IL 575. Multidisciplinary Perspectives of Instructional Leadership (3)
This course addresses the study of problems, issues, and trends in school administration, including topics such as balancing theory and research with culture, change, and curriculum, administration of human resources, diversity, effective teaching strategies, and instructional supervision and leadership. Embedded field experiences required. Prerequisites: Unconditional admission to the Instructional Leadership program.
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IL 576. School Business Management (3)
This course will prepare students for effective fiscal management related to the business of schools. Students will gain an understanding of the dynamics of school finance at the local, state, and federal levels and policies and procedures for effectively and legally managing the financial resources of a school. Embedded field experiences required. Prerequisites: Unconditional admission to the Instructional Leadership program.
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IL 577. Workshop in Instructional Leadership (3)
In-depth study of an issue or problem in school administration.
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IL 578. Instructional Leadership Internship (3)
Internship integrates theory with the practical and contextual challenges of the educational system through hands-on clinical practice. The intern will observe, participate, and lead in a variety of administrative field experiences. One hundred-fifty (150) clock hours of field embedded experiences must be documented. Prerequisites: Successful completion of nine hours of IL coursework with no grade below a "B" and a 3.25 GPA in all courses completed in the instructional leadership program.
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IL 579. Instructional Leadership Internship and Residency (3)
This course is designed to further integrate theory with the practical and contextual challenges of the educational system. The intern will observe, participate, and lead in a variety of administrative field experiences. In addition, the intern will complete a ten (10) day residency at a school site with students present and participating in an academic program whereby he/she assumes the leadership role. One hundred-fifty (150) clock hours of experiences must be documented. Embedded field experiences required. Prerequisites: Successful completion of nine hours of IL coursework with no grade below a "B" and a 3.25 GPA in all courses completed in the instructional leadership program.
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IL 597. Independent Study in Instructional Leadership (1-3)
An opportunity for qualified graduate students to study independently problems and issues in school administration. Specific content and nature of courses are determined by student needs and interests. Research papers are required. One to three hours per semester, may be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours credit. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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IL 651. Mentoring Strategies and Professional Learning Communities (3)
An overview of mentoring strategies and Professional Learning Communities in a P-12 setting.
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IL 652. Organizational Leadership (3)
Thorough exploration of organizational leadership as it relates to decision-making, organizational change, conflict management, school reform, organizational theory, and motivating others.
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IL 653. Standards Based Instructional Leadership (3)
Designed to equip educational leaders with an understanding of the ISLLC standards and the National Board Standards for Accomplished Principals. This course provides problem-based exercises through realistic scenarios to allow students to develop the skills for putting the standards into practice in real-world educational situations.
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IL 654. Innovative Practices in a P-12 Setting (3)
Wide range of topics related to innovative practices within the PK12 setting.
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IL 657. Problem Based Experiences I (3)
Designed to further integrate theory with the practical and contextual challenges of the educational system through clinical practice through hands-on field experiences. The student will observe, participate, and lead, to the maximum extent possible, in a variety of administrative field experiences through field experiences and clinical practice. The goal of the Problem Based Experiences I is to provide the student with as much experience as possible with the roles and responsibilities of instructional leaders. One hundred-fifty (150) clock hours of experiences must be documented. Embedded field experiences required.
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IL 658. Problem Based Experiences II (3)
Designed to further integrate theory with the practical and contextual challenges of the educational system through clinical practice through hands-on field experiences. The student will observe, participate, and lead, to the maximum extent possible, in a variety of administrative field experiences through field experiences and clinical practice. The goal of the Problem Based Experiences II is to provide the student with as much experience as possible with the roles and responsibilities of instructional leaders. One hundred-fifty (150) clock hours of experiences must be documented. Embedded field experiences required. Prerequisites: IL 657.
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IL 671. Advanced Educational Law (3)
This course is an advanced study of the legal and ethical reasoning systems which influence the practice of school administrators. Students will be able to relate to constitutional, federal, state, and local requirements as they concern students, employees, teachers, and the administration of the instructional program.
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IL 673. Models of Exemplary Leadership in Education (3)
This course examines a series of successful leadership models used by school administrators. Students will be able to relate and evaluate the potential effectiveness and appropriate use of various leadership models in a variety of school settings.
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JOURNALISM (JN) |
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JN 580. Media Literacy and the Secondary Language Arts Classroom (3)
Explores the basic principles of journalism, including the relationship between non-print media, print media, our culture, and how these various formats can be used across the curriculum to engage the 21st century learner.
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JN 590. Methods of Social Media (3)
Theoretical and experiential instruction of the use of new and social media at the graduate level.
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JN 598. Selected Topics in Journalism (3)
Readings, lectures and/or discussion of topics not generally included in course offerings. Course content and format determined by students’ needs and interests. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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JN 599. Professional Media Internship (3)
Work a minimum of fifty hours with an appropriate media facility. Prerequisites: Permission of the Chairperson of the Department of Languages and Literature.
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LIBRARY MEDIA (LM) |
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LM 506. Literature for Children and Young Adults (3)
Study of the reading interest and needs of children and young adults for recreational and instructional programming. Emphasis is placed on evaluating major genre of literature.
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LM 561. Instructional Media (3)
Operation and utilization of instructional media technology and the attributes of different information formats. Instructional development, in-service education program development, and copyright laws are included.
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LM 562. Library Media Cataloging and Classification (3)
Theory and practice of cataloging, classification, and subject analysis of materials, commercial and computerized cataloging services.
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LM 563. School Library Media Center Management and Collection Development (3)
Roles of the school library media specialist based upon research-based management principles, systematic program planning and evaluation, collection development and management, budgeting, scheduling, and facilities development. The impact of national and state standards, censorship, multiculturalism, life-long learning and varied learning styles are included.
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LM 564. Critical Issues in School Library Services (3)
This course focuses on critical issues that are confronting school library media centers and provides students the opportunity to analyze issues that impact decision-making and the role of the school library media specialist in meeting the challenges resulting from these issues. Critical issues include technological trends, instructional and curricular trends, and organizational trends.
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LM 565. Reference Services and Information Storage and Retrieval (3)
Basic sources of information, reference processes, and strategies for integration of information skills into the curriculum. Access to information through technology and concepts of computerized database development and research are developed.
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