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CE 504. Theory, Research, and Practice in Social/Emotional Development (3)
An overview of early childhood theory, research, and best practices for supporting social/emotional development and learning.
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CE 506. Literature for Early Childhood Education (3)
Evaluation of major literary genre, motivational techniques for encouraging life-long reading habits in young children.
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CE 510. Current Trends in Early Childhood Education (3)
Critical review of prominent issues and practices affecting program organization, management and instruction in grades P-3. Prerequisites: ED 504 and completion of Signature Project Part 1. Course fee: $50.00.
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CE 512. Planning Programs for Early Education (3)
Specific classroom organizational needs, daily program planning, and effective teaching strategies emphasized.
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CE 514. Language Development for Young Children (3)
Influences and stages of oral language acquisition; strategies affecting oral language development.
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CE 517. Directed Studies in Early Childhood Education (1-3)
Independent study and research in area of early childhood education. Individual needs and interests determine content and nature of the course. Research and/or critical papers required. Maximum six semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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CE 518. Directed Studies in Early Childhood Education (1-3)
Independent study and research in area of early childhood education. Individual needs and interests determine content and nature of the course. Research and/or critical papers required. Maximum six semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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CE 519. Internship in Early Childhood Education (3)
Meets requirements of State Department of Education for Fifth-Year Non-Traditional Program and add-on certification in grades P-3. Requires 4-14 weeks. Full-time internship at cooperating public school. Course fee: $50.00.
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CE 597. Independent Study in Early Childhood Education (1-3)
Offers the qualified graduate student an opportunity for independent study in early childhood education. Specific content and nature of courses are determined by student needs and interests. Research papers required. One to three hours per semester, may be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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CE 598. Selected Topics in Early Childhood Education (3)
Critical readings, lectures, discussion, and laboratory experiences in early childhood education not generally included in course offerings. Specific content and nature of course determined by student needs and interests. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours credit. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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CE 599. Thesis in Childhood Education (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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CE 632. Family, Community, and School Dynamics: Promoting Great Beginnings (3)
This course is designed to have students learn to connect with children and families in birth-through-eight age range settings. Students will use their knowledge and understanding of equity, fairness, and diversity to build family and community relationships in an ethical way.
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CE 633. Assessing Current Practices in Early Childhood Environments (3)
This course is designed to have students observe, document, and appropriately assess diverse, early childhood environments. Students will be required to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of an early childhood professional as one that uses assessment data to advocate for change, developmentally appropriate practices, and safe, caring learning environments.
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CE 634. Current Trends and Critical Issues in Early Childhood Development and Learning (3)
This course is designed to allow students to build and promote the use of meaningful curricula in the birth-through-eight age range setting. Students will use their knowledge and understanding of developmentally effective approaches and early education content to build and promote such curricula. This course requires extensive amounts of scholarly reading in the field of early childhood education. Students will be required to identify a problem or issue appropriate for an action research project they will design. Prerequisites: ED 601 , ED 604 , and completion of Signature Project Part 1. Course fee: $50.00.
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CE 635. The Early Childhood Professional (3)
This course is designed to allow students to synthesize and reflect on the early childhood profession. Students are required to complete an action research project that focuses on a critical issue or current trend in early childhood education that they have identified through extensive scholarly readings, discussions, observations, and other assignments. Prerequisites: CE 634 .
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EARTH SCIENCE (ES) |
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ES 568. Selected Topics in Ocean Science (1-4)
Requirements and interests of students determine the topics to be covered from within the fields of coastal weather and climate, oceanography, or others. Prerequisites: Twelve semester hours of earth science/geology and permission of the instructor and the Dean.
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ECONOMICS (EC) |
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EC 500. Managerial Economics (3)
Applications of economic theory to management decisions. Topics include economic systems; market forces; cost-benefit analysis; price determination; elasticity; estimation and forecasting; production and cost estimation; market structure analysis; resource allocation methods for organizational decisions; and economic policy. Prerequisites: Grade of "P" in BA 501 . Course fee: $55.00.
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EC 510. Financial and Economic Analysis (3)
Implications of current events are examined through the applications of economic theory and financial analysis. Emphasis is placed on acquainting the student with methods of analyses in the contexts of current economic and financial issues that impact organizations. Prerequisites: Grade of "P" in BA 501 . Course fee: $55.00.
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EDUCATION (ED) |
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ED 500. Foundations of Education (3)
Examines the sociological, cultural, philosophical and historical foundations of education.
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ED 501. Educational Planning (3)
Basic concepts of educational planning to include curriculum patterns, current issues, and program assessment.
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ED 502. Critical Issues in Education (3)
Sociological, cultural, economic, legal, and ethical issues in education are among the topics that are explored. This course is presented in a seminar setting that incorporates a global perspective with emphasis on diverse classroom settings.
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ED 503. Effective P-12 Classroom Management (3)
This course is designed to assist P12 teachers in developing skills to effectively manage student behavior. Course material is designed to prepare P12 teachers to be efficient managers of their classrooms so that student learning is maximized.
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ED 504. Techniques of Educational Research (3)
Major concepts and techniques of educational research to include types of research, application and interpretation of data, and the development and use of data collection instruments. Extensive reading and research project required.
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ED 505. Technology and Education (3)
An overview of the methods and techniques in computer assisted instruction, current issues, and hardware and software as they relate to the educational process. Course fee: $30.00.
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ED 506. Educational Statistics (3)
Incorporation of computer usage in the principles and practices of psychological and educational assessment. Inferential and descriptive statistics, formal and informal methods of assessment, designing assessment programs, interpretation of test results, and analysis of research results are explored. Course fee: $30.00.
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ED 507. Learning Theories and Instructional Design (3)
An exploration of various learning theories and how they relate to digital instructional design.
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ED 508. Technology Portfolio (1)
Students will prepare a portfolio that provides evidence of technology abilities as required by the State of Alabama. Much of the documentation is to be completed in a K-12 setting. Prerequisites: ED 505 .
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ED 509. Internship in Teaching: P-12 (3)
Fourteen weeks of full-time teaching in a public school setting. Designed for the Non-Traditional Fifth-Year pre-school through grade twelve teacher education program. Prerequisites: Must provide documentation of fingerprint clearance by ABI and FBI. Passing score on Praxis II. Unconditional admission to TEP and completion of all field experiences. Course fee: $50.00.
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ED 510. Interactive e-learning Design (3)
Introduces students to instructional principles and requires students to apply the principles in the design of an interactive learning program using Lectora or Adobe Captivate.
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ED 512. Learning Systems Design (3)
Students will develop knowledge of the instructional design process. In a project-based context, students will acquire skills and hands-on experience in designing effective learning and instruction, as well as develop an understanding of the practical aspects of instructional design in classroom and workplace settings.
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ED 513. Digital Citizenship and the Law (3)
Explores copyright, fair use, and other issues related to digital citizenship.
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ED 514. Techniques of Educational Research II (3)
Major concepts and techniques of educational research to include research application, data interpretation, use and development of data collection instruments related to the field of study. Prerequisites: .
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ED 515. Educational Technology 2.0 (3)
Overview of methods and techniques in Web 2.0 tools, computed assisted instruction and current issues in educational technology as they relate to educational processes. Prerequisites: .
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ED 516. Educational Statistics II (3)
Introduction to qualitative statistics and quantitative research methodology. Consideration to mainstream qualitative research traditions, including case study, phenomenology, ethnography, grounded theory, and participatory/action research. Introduction of computer software used for coding textual data and exploration of various analytic approaches. Students will conduct observations, interviews, basic data analysis, and reporting. Prerequisites: .
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ED 517. Educational Games, Simulations, and Mobile Applications (3)
Student will be exposed to games simulations, and mobile applications. Capstone project will require students to create a game, simulation, or mobile application for educational or training purposes.
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ED 518. Professional Portfolio (1)
Develops reflective practices that assist students to explore professional growth and demonstrate technological abilities related to experiences in the current field of study. Prerequisites: or .
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ED 521. Imaging, Graphic Design Technology and Learning (3)
Students will develop an understanding about using images to promote learning. Additionally, students will be introduced to graphics applications and training.
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ED 533. Reading Methods Secondary/P-12 (3)
An overview of reading methods and techniques of teaching reading as related to different content areas. This course will prepare students for successful preparation of integrated unit planning and lesson planning. Students will be exposed to the components of Educate Alabama to better ensure success in the classroom. Field experience required. Course fee: $50.00.
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ED 582. Methods of Teaching Language Arts (3)
Students will develop competencies in methods of teaching language arts. This course will prepare students for the successful preparation of integrated unit planning and lesson planning. Student will be exposed to the components of Educate Alabama to better ensure success in the classroom. Field experience required. Prerequisites: ED 504 and completion of Signature Project Part 1. Course fee: $50.00.
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ED 583. Methods of Teaching Mathematics (3)
Students will develop competencies in methods of teaching mathematics. This course will prepare students for the successful preparation of integrated unit planning and lesson planning in mathematics. Student will be exposed to the components of Educate Alabama to better ensure success in the classroom. Embedded field experience required. Prerequisites: ED 504 and completion of Signature Project Part 1. Course fee: $50.00.
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ED 584. Methods of Teaching Physical Education (3)
Students will develop competencies in methods of teaching physical education. This course will prepare students for the successful preparation of integrated unit planning and lesson planning in physical education. Student will be exposed to the components of Educate Alabama to better ensure success in the classroom. Embedded field experience required. Prerequisites: ED 504 and completion of Signature Project Part 1. Course fee: $50.00.
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ED 585. Methods of Teaching Science (3)
Students will develop competencies in methods of teaching science. This course will prepare students for the successful preparation of integrated unit planning and lesson planning in science. Student will be exposed to the components of Educate Alabama to better ensure success in the classroom. Embedded field experience required. Prerequisites: ED 504 and completion of Signature Project Part 1. Course fee: $50.00.
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ED 586. Methods of Teaching Social Science (3)
Students will develop competencies in methods of teaching social science. This course will prepare students for the successful preparation of integrated unit planning and lesson planning in social science. Student will be exposed to the components of Educate Alabama to better ensure success in the classroom. Embedded field experience required. Prerequisites: ED 504 and completion of Signature Project Part 1. Course fee: $50.00.
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ED 587. Methods of Teaching Health (3)
Students will develop competencies in methods of teaching health education. This course will prepare students for the successful preparation of integrated unit planning and lesson planning in health education. Student will be exposed to the components of Educate Alabama to better ensure success in the classroom. Embedded field experience required. Prerequisites: ED 504 and completion of Signature Project Part 1. Course fee: $50.00.
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ED 597. Independent Study in Education (1-3)
Offers the qualified graduate student an opportunity for independent study in education. Specific content and nature of course determined by student needs and interests. Research papers required.
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ED 598. Selected Topics in Education (3)
Critical readings, lectures, discussion, and laboratory experiences in education not generally included in course offerings. Specific content and nature of course determined by student needs and interests. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours credit.
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ED 599. Selected Topics in Education (3)
Critical readings, lectures, discussion, and laboratory experiences in education not generally included in course offerings. Specific content and nature of course determined by student needs and interests. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours credit.
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ED 601. Curriculum Design (3)
This course focuses on an examination of principles, problems, and practices influencing curriculum planning; and research in general curriculum problems.
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ED 602. Challenges in Rural Education (3)
Explores causes and consequences of inequities in rural education, as well as educationally-based, federal and state initiatives and solutions.
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ED 603. Leadership for Enhanced Student Achievement (3)
Study of the organizational behavior in schools, which emphasizes the practical relevance of leadership in this era of accountability and high-stakes testing. Topics include: development theories and collaborative planning models for enhanced professional practice which includes; distributed leadership, professional learning communities, stakeholder involvement, and sustainable leadership to impact student growth. Ten hours of embedded field experiences required.
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ED 604. Advanced Educational Research (3)
The focus of this course is to provide advanced graduate students knowledge and skills to combine the theoretical aspects of research with the knowledge base of their specialty areas of study. Students are expected to define acceptable questions for study, determine an appropriate research design based on the questions asked, and develop methodically acceptable analytic procedures. It is expected students will have the requisite knowledge of research and statistics, and acceptable skill in writing.
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ED 605. Teaching English Language Learners (3)
This course explores strategies and techniques to support the success of language and culturally diverse students. The values, customs, and communication styles of cultural groups and their implication for teaching are considered. Research-based instructional approaches to developing English learner literacy will be examined.
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ED 697. Independent Study in Education (1-3)
Offers the qualified Specialist level student an opportunity for independent study in education. Specific content and nature of course determined by student needs and interests. Research papers required.
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ED 698. Selected Topics in Education (3)
Critical readings, lectures, discussion, and laboratory experiences in education not generally included in course offerings. Specific content and nature of course determined by student needs and interests. Prerequisites: Permission of the academic dean. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours credit.
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ED 700. Orientation to Doctoral Studies (0)
Provides students with a solid foundation as they embark on their doctoral studies; required for all doctoral students. Students should complete this course in the first term of enrollment.
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ED 701. Problem of Practice Applied Dissertation Seminar (3)
Examines a problem of practice which is an area of concern that can be investigated through a review of current practice within the organization. Course fee: $60.00.
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ED 702. Challenges in Rural Education (3)
Explores causes and consequences of inequities in rural education, as well as educational-based, federal and state initiatives and solutions. Course fee: $60.00.
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ED 703. Leadership for Organizational Change (3)
Study of the organizational behavior in rural settings, which emphasizes the practical relevance of leadership in this era of accountability. Course fee: $60.00.
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ED 704. Advanced Qualitative Research (3)
Introduces doctoral students to the field of qualitative research and prepare them in the skills, techniques, and knowledge necessary to undertake independent research using this methodology. Course fee: $60.00.
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ED 705. Advanced Quantitative Research (3)
Introduces doctoral students to the field of quantitative research and prepare them in the skills, techniques, and knowledge necessary to undertake independent research using this methodology. Course fee: $60.00.
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ED 706. Evaluating Theory and Practice (3)
Concepts and techniques for evaluating theories, policies, and programs, which affect rural education and rural communities. Fieldwork and computer analyses required. Course fee: $60.00.
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ED 707. Family Engagement and Partnership Development in Rural Education (3)
Focuses on the value of family engagement and the importance of establishing strategies which create home-school partnerships to reinforce and extend students' learning. Additionally, examines how best to build partnerships with families, communities, and other institutions within a rural setting to improve outcomes for rural students. Course fee: $60.00.
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ED 797. Independent Study in Education (1-3)
Offers the qualified graduate student an opportunity for independent study in education. Specific content and nature of course determined by student needs and interests. Research papers required. Course fee: $60.00.
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ED 798. Selected Topics in Education (3)
Critical readings, lectures, discussion, and laboratory experiences in education not generally included in course offerings. Specific content and nature of course determined by student needs and interests. Prerequisites: Permission of the academic dean. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours credit. Course fee: $60.00.
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EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (EP) |
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EP 500. Advanced Educational Psychology (3)
A systematic approach to the application of psychology to the learning process.
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EP 506. Life-Span Development and Learning (3)
Physical, social, cognitive, and emotional development during the life-span of human beings.
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EP 510. Advanced Theories of Learning (3)
A systematic approach to the application of psychology to the learning process and the theories of learning. Prerequisites: .
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EP 597. Independent Study in Educational Psychology (1-3)
Offers the qualified graduate student an opportunity for independent study in educational psychology. Specific content and nature of course determined by student needs and interests. Research papers required. One to three semester hours per semester, may be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours credit. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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EP 598. Selected Topics in Educational Psychology (3)
Critical readings, lectures, discussion, and laboratory experiences in educational psychology not generally included in course offerings. Specific content and nature of course determined by student needs and interests. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean. May be repeated for six semester hours credit.
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EP 599. Thesis in Counseling/Psychology (1-3)
A thesis evidencing research capacity, independent thought and 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 College of Education.
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ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (EE) |
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EE 500. Teaching Reading (3)
A variety of approaches to reading instruction emphasizing developmental reading and reading in the content areas. Field experience required.
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EE 503. Teaching Basic Skills in Reading (3)
Intensive study of reading skills and techniques for evaluating reading proficiency. Prerequisites: One course in reading at graduate or undergraduate level.
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EE 504. Corrective and Remedial Reading (3)
Causes of disability, procedures in diagnosis, and classroom remedial treatment of reading programs.
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EE 506. Literature for Children and Young Adults (3)
Evaluation of major literary genre, motivational techniques for encouraging life-long reading habits in children and young adults.
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EE 520. Current Trends in Elementary Education (3)
Critical review of prominent issues and practices affecting program organization, management and instruction in grades K-6. Prerequisites: ED 504 and completion of Signature Project Part 1. Course fee: $50.00.
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EE 523. Mathematics in the Elementary School (3)
Survey of materials and methods used in teaching K-6 mathematics, with emphasis on mathematics content, use of manipulatives, problem-solving and incorporation of calculators and computers in teaching. Field experience required. Course fee: $30.00.
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EE 524. Social Studies in the Elementary School (3)
Materials and procedures of unit teaching in primary and intermediate grade social studies programs.
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EE 525. Science in the Elementary School (3)
Survey of materials and methods used in teaching K-6 science, with emphasis on a hands-on, inquiry-oriented approach to teaching product and process. Course fee: $30.00.
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EE 526. Language Arts in the Elementary School (3)
Objectives, content, and instructional procedures in teaching language arts including oral and written expression. Emphasis on student needs.
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EE 527. Directed Studies in Elementary Teaching (1-3)
Independent study and research in an area of elementary education. Individual needs and interests determine content and nature of course. Research and/or critical paper required. Maximum six semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of Dean.
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EE 528. Directed Studies in Elementary Teaching (1-3)
Independent study and research in an area of elementary education. Individual needs and interests determine content and nature of course. Research and/or critical paper required. Maximum six semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of Dean.
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EE 529. Internship in Elementary Education (3)
Meets requirements of State Department of Education for Alternative A programs and add-on certification in grades K-6. Requires 4-14 weeks of full-time internship at cooperating public school.
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EE 597. Independent Study in Elementary Education (1-3)
Offers the qualified graduate student an opportunity for independent study in elementary education. Specific content and nature of courses are determined by student needs and interests. Research papers are required. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours credit. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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EE 598. Selected Topics in Elementary Education (1-3)
Critical readings, lectures, discussion, and laboratory experiences in elementary education not generally included in course offerings. Specific content and nature of course determined by student needs and interests. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours credit. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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EE 599. Thesis in Elementary Education (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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EE 620. Teaching the Diverse Learner (3)
The focus of the course is on adjusting the school curriculum to create and manage a positive learning environment for a diverse population of elementary students.
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EE 621. Teaching Reading in the Content Areas (3)
The focus of the course is on theory, research, and methods for teaching elementary school students to use literacy as a tool for learning.
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EE 622. Learning Theory and Instructional Practice in Elementary Mathematics and Science (3)
This course is a seminar type course to include research, trends, and methods in science and math instruction in the elementary school.
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EE 623. Best Practices in Language Arts (3)
This course is a seminar type course that focuses on trends, innovations, policy, and the function of research in the teaching of language arts in the elementary school. Prerequisites: ED 601 and completion of Signature Project Part 1. Course fee: $50.00.
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EE 624. Curriculum and Instruction in Early Childhood Programs (3)
The focus of the course is on historical and contemporary early childhood programs and the theoretical foundation for early childhood education.
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EE 627. Educational Assessment (3)
The focus of this course is on student performance and includes the identification of learning goals, the diagnosis of student needs, the provision for effective instruction with feedback, and the use of assessment results to improve teaching and learning.
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EE 628. School Reform Models in Elementary Schools (3)
The focus of the course is on analyzing current school reform models; researching school improvement plans; and devising a school improvement plan. Prerequisites: EE 627 .
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ENGLISH (EH) |
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EH 501. Research in Literary Studies (3)
A survey of contemporary literary theory and criticism, as well as advanced instruction in research techniques and library resources, through the investigation of a specific problem in English or American literature. Course Fee: $22.50.
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EH 510. Twentieth-Century Poetry (3)
A study of works of major American and British poets of the twentieth century from Thomas Hardy to the present, including Yeats, Eliot, Auden, Frost, Stevens, Williams, and Plath. Course Fee: $22.50.
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EH 521. Chaucer and Selected Medieval Literature (3)
Focus on the Canterbury Tales, with additional readings of poems, mystery plays, and romances by other authors. Course Fee: $22.50.
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EH 522. Shakespeare (3)
A study of Shakespeare's works, with a focus on the tragedies from Romeo and Juliet through Macbeth. Course Fee: $22.50.
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EH 523. English Literature of the Seventeenth Century (3)
A study of the poetry of John Donne and the Metaphysical poets, Ben Jonson and the Cavalier poets, and John Milton, primarily Paradise Lost. Course fee: $22.50.
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EH 524. Restoration and Eighteenth-Century British Literature (3)
British prose, poetry, and drama from 1660 to 1800, including such writers as Dryden, Swift, Pope, and Johnson. Course fee: $22.50.
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EH 525. Nineteenth-Century English Poetry (3)
Selections from the poetry of major Romantic and Victorian poets. Course fee: $22.50.
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EH 526. The English Novel (3)
Examination of six to eight works of various periods and types in the development of the English novel. Course fee: $22.50.
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