Jun 26, 2024  
2019-2020 Academic Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Course Descriptions


The courses listed below are all active courses in the course inventory. Students should refer to the Class Schedule or the appropriate academic department to inquire about course offerings.

 
  
  • CSCI 524 - Introduction to Networking (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Introduction to Networking. OSI Reference Model and its relationships to current technologies. Networking topologies and protocols. Independent study required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for CSCI 524 and CSCI 424 or CSCI 554.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): CSCI 308 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • CSCI 525 - Artificial Intelligence (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Introduction to artificial intelligence. Problem spaces and problem-solving techniques. Knowledge representation. Implementation of systems with appropriate software tools. Independent study required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for CSCI 525 and CSCI 425 or CSCI 555.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): CSCI 308 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • CSCI 526 - Introduction to Web Programming (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Current technologies used in data sharing and data gathering over a network. Fundamentals needed to support e-commerce. Directed reading and/or research project required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for CSCI 526 and CSCI 426 or CSCI 556.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): (CSCI 308 and CSCI 309) or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • CSCI 527 - Introduction to Computer Graphics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Introduction to computer graphics using OpenGL and C/C++ with focus on the GPU pipeline, shaders, lighting, 3D transformations and user interaction, textures, older vs. modern OpenGL, and advanced techniques such as collision detection, shadows, water, and Gaussian blur.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for CSCI 527 and CSCI 427 or CSCI 557.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 322 and ability to program in a high-level language.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • CSCI 528 - Coding and Communication (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    This course is a study of Applied Information Theory with a focus on communication systems. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, the basics of Information Theory, Compression, Error Correcting Codes, and Encryption. Independent study required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for CSCI 528 and CSCI 428, ELEN 428, or ELEN 528.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • CSCI 529 - Video Game Design (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Utilization of a modern game engine and object oriented programming language to develop and design a game from scratch with continuous feedback throughout the process. Topics include theory and implementation of beginner and intermediate game scripting, game mechanics, game related math, game testing methods, game design, graphics, different game genres, and game physics. Creation of a large scale solo and/or group game required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for CSCI 529 and CSCI 429.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): CSCI 308.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • CSCI 548 - Advanced Database Management Systems (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Advanced topics in data and information management, such as creating database systems, advanced querying, data management through stored procedures, processing data streams, information retrieval, and data mining. Research and/or implementation of an additional advanced database topic is required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for CSCI 548 and CSCI 448 or CSCI 637.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): CSCI 309.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • CSCI 586 - Operating System Administration II (Lec. 2, Lab. 2, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Advanced topics in Microsoft Server Administration including Active Directory Services. Research report is required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for CSCI 586 and CSCI 486.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): Ability to program in a high-level language and permission of department head.

    Lec. 2 Lab. 2 Cr. 3

  
  • CSCI 601 - Special Problems and Research (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Use of available literature to pursue individual research in a specific area of computing science.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for CSCI 601 and MATH 601.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • CSCI 605 - Advanced Special Topics in Computing Science (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Current advanced topics in computing science.

    Notes
    May be repeated as topics vary to accrue a total of 9 credit hours with permission of department head.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic offered.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • CSCI 619 - Analysis of Algorithms (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Design, implementation and analysis of algorithms. Combinatorics and computer arithmetic analysis.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): CSCI 308 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • CSCI 623 - Advanced Operating Systems (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Control of concurrent processes, name management, resource allocation, protection, advanced architecture, and primitives for process synchronization and communications.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): CSCI 415, CSCI 545, or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • CSCI 631 - Theory of Programming Languages (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Semantics of a wide array of programming language features. Theory and practice of compilation of high level languages. Techniques of parsing. Lexical analysis.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • CSCI 641 - Topics in Numerical Analysis (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Selected topics in advanced numerical analysis.

    Notes
    May be repeated as topics vary to accrue a total of 6 credit hours. No duplicate credit for CSCI 641 and MATH 641.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • ECON 201 - Economic Principles (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CECN 2113, Economic Principles

    Description
    General introduction to basic micro and macroeconomic principles. Topics include monetary policy, fiscal policy, public finance, international trade, economic growth, price determination, and market structure.

    Notes
    Credits for this course may not be applied toward a degree in the College of Business.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • ECON 203 - Microeconomics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CECN 2223, Microeconomics

    Description
    Introduction to how individuals and firms make decisions and how they interact. Topics include the study of consumer theory, theories of price determination, production, market structure, trade, externalities, and public goods.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 113 or MATH 170.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • ECON 204 - Macroeconomics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CECN 2213, Macroeconomics

    Description
    Introduction to economy-wide phenomena, including national income, inflation, unemployment, economic growth, the monetary system, fiscal policy, international trade and finance.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 113 or MATH 170.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • ECON 325 - Money, Banking and the Economy (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CECN 3113, Money, Banking & the Economy (Upper Level)

    Description
    The role of commercial banks, other financial institutions, and the central bank in affecting the performance of the economy; relationships of monetary and fiscal policy in an open economy to prices, production, and employment.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for ECON 325 and ECON 301 or FIN 325.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): (ECON 203 or ECON 204) and Junior standing.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • ECON 341 - Managerial Economics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Application of economics to management decision making. Demand analysis, pricing strategies, cost and production, and capital budgeting techniques.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): (ECON 203 or ECON 204) and Junior standing.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • ECON 431 - International Trade (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Analysis of international trade theory, practice and policy. Comparative advantage, foreign exchange markets, the balance of payments, factor endowments, economic growth, trade restrictions, and economic integration.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): (ECON 203 or ECON 204) and Junior standing.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • ECON 641 - Managerial Economics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Applications of economic analysis in solving business problems. Emphasis on demand, costs, production, pricing, and capital budgeting theories in managerial decisions.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of MBA director.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDLD 600 - Research I: Foundations of Educational Research (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Introductory class where candidates identify origins, purposes, and types of educational research; locate educational information; calculate and interpret basic statistical terms; evaluate research publications, and prepare research reports. Candidates use information from research to guide decisions about instruction and the school improvement process.

    Notes
    For Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Education in curriculum and instruction, Master of Education in educational technology, and Master of Science in instructional technology students only. No duplicate credit for EDLD 600 and EDLD 603 or ELIT 600.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDLD 603 - Research Methods and Technology for School Leaders (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Origin, purposes and types of educational research; location of educational information; calculation and interpretation of statistics; evaluation of research publications; preparation of research reports; application of technology to the use of data by school leaders.

    Notes
    For Master of Education in educational leadership and educational specialist students only. No duplicate credit for EDLD 603 and EDLD 600.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 18 hours

  
  • EDLD 610 - Developing a Vision for an Effective Learning Community (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Philosophy, history, and foundations of educational leadership to develop, articulate, implement, and sustain a student-centered vision for education that effectively prepares life-long learners to function in a pluralistic society.

    Notes
    For Master of Education in educational leadership and educational specialist students only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Corequisite(s): EDLD 620.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 18 hours

  
  • EDLD 620 - School Culture and Dispositions (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Tools and strategies to promote high-performance learning culture. Action-oriented approach conducive to high achievement by students and adults. Planning for continued professional development is emphasized as a tool in meeting goals of an effective school.

    Notes
    For Master of Education in educational leadership and educational specialist students only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Corequisite(s): EDLD 610.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 18 hours

  
  • EDLD 630 - Professional Ethics and School Law (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Public school laws, policies, regulations, and procedures and their applications by educational leaders in a fair and ethical manner; emphasis on administrative practices that demonstrate equity and the exercise of ethical behavior.

    Notes
    For Master of Education in educational leadership and educational specialist students only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Corequisite(s): EDLD 640 and EDLD 650.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 18 hours

  
  • EDLD 640 - Seminar on Teaching and Learning (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Prioritizing, mapping, and monitoring the Curriculum; Leading assessment and instruction; and meeting standards.

    Notes
    For Master of Education in educational leadership and educational specialist students only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Corequisite(s): EDLD 630 and EDLD 650.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 18 hours

  
  • EDLD 650 - School Improvement: Utilizing Data to Lead Change (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    School improvement process; identify competencies, capabilities, and expertise necessary to make desired changes in school programs; use data to identify strengths and weaknesses in order to create an effective school program.

    Notes
    For Master of Education in educational leadership and educational specialist students only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Corequisite(s): EDLD 630 and EDLD 640.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 18 hours

  
  • EDLD 660 - Management of School Resources and Personnel (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    School administrator’s role in providing personnel with knowledge, skills and attitudes to fulfill goals of the total school system; ethical principles and practices in recruitment, selection and placement of public school employees; legal aspects of personnel management.

    Notes
    For Master of Education in educational leadership and educational specialist students only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Corequisite(s): EDLD 670.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 18 hours

  
  • EDLD 670 - School/Community Relations (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Need for, purpose of school public relations programs and available public relations media in the area. Examination of models and strategies for effective communication.

    Notes
    For Master of Education in educational leadership and educational specialist students only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Corequisite(s): EDLD 660.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 18 hours

  
  • EDLD 671 - Statistics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Statistical procedures as applied to analysis and interpretation of test results, educational research, and psychological measurement.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDLD 671 and ELIT 671.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDLD 680 - Research II: Advanced Applications of Educational Research (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Advanced applications of educational research; emphasizes strengths and appropriateness of selected research methods, demonstrates how practioners conduct research in educational settings, and enables candidates to become critical consumers and potential users of research in ethical ways.

    Notes
    For Master of Education in educational leadership and educational specialist students only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): 24 hours of EDLD courses and permission of department head.

    Corequisite(s): EDLD 696 and EDLD 697.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 18 hours

  
  • EDLD 690 - Instructional Leadership: Standards, Theories, and Practices (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Current leadership standards, theories and practices necessary for the school improvement process. Models of delivery to meet the needs of students with different learning styles. Oral presentations and scheduled field assignments.

    Notes
    For Master of Education in educational leadership and educational specialist students only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): 24 hours of EDLD courses and permission of department head.

    Corequisite(s): EDLD 696 and EDLD 697.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 18 hours

  
  • EDLD 696 - Educational Leadership Practicum I (Lab. 9, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Through the critical analysis and reflection of completed field experiences and previous course competencies, the candidate will demonstrate professional skills and understanding through the creation of an Education Platform.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): 24 hours of EDLD courses and permission of department head.

    Corequisite(s): EDLD 680 and EDLD 690.

    Lab. 9 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 30 hours

  
  • EDLD 697 - Educational Leadership Practicum II (Lab. 9, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Candidates will complete a final comprehensive project including researching, expanding, and presenting knowledge of ELCC standards as applicable to P-12 settings.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDLD 696 and permission of department head.

    Corequisite(s): EDLD 680 and EDLD 690.

    Lab. 9 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 30 hours

  
  • EDLD 698 - Elements of Educational Research Design (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Basic principles of educational research design. Design and analytical procedures for each of the research categories commonly utilized in the solution of educational problems receive major emphasis.

    Notes
    For Education Specialist degree students only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): Educational Leadership-Educational Leadership Concentration: 24 hours of EDLD courses. Educational Leadership-Educational Technology Concentration: 24 hours of EDTC courses.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDLD 699 - Field Study and/or Project (Cr. 3)


    Description
    Graduate research project in the area of the student’s major concentration under guidance and direction of major professor.

    Notes
    For Education Specialist degree students only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): Educational Leadership-Educational Leadership Concentration: 24 hours of EDLD courses. Educational Leadership-Educational Technology Concentration: 24 hours of EDTC courses.

    Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 245 - Educational Technology Foundations (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Overview of the practical application of educational technology on the P-12 setting. Students are prepared to select and implement appropriate technological tools to influence student interaction content presentation and visualization, community building and assessment. Content is based on national and international standards.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 602 - Design and Development of Multimedia for Instruction (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Computer utilization in the classroom. Participants research, design, implement and evaluate multi-sensory instructional units commercial and original in nature. Hands-on activities provide examples for an integrated instructional approach to teaching and learning.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDTC 602 and EDTC 660.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 610 - Visual Learning (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Theoretical and practical aspects of using visuals instruction, with an emphasis in current research in visual literacy and visual learning.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 611 - Learning and Cognition (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Promoting and disseminating interdisciplinary advances in theory and research of cognition and learning. Important developments in theory into training/teaching/learning environments.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 614 - Survey of Educational Telecommunications, Networks, and the Internet (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Survey of the planning, development, implementation and management of distance learning; networking; and using Internet use for teaching and learning.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDTC 614 and EDTC 622.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 617 - Educational Technology Research and Assessment: Instructional Media Design (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Identification and application of educational and technology-related research, the psychology of learning, and instructional design principles guiding the use of computers and related technologies in education.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDTC 617 and EDTC 659.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 620 - Qualitative Research (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Focuses on qualitative methods and tools, needs assessment, instructional design, media design and development, formative evaluation, etc., as well as related professional skills, such as consulting and project management.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 621 - Advanced Telecommunications and Distance Learning (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Curriculum standards, distance and electronic learning technologies, methodologies for instruction and student support, networking support and management, end-user support or troubleshooting.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDTC 621 and EDTC 657.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 624 - Directed Study in Educational Technology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Project-based synthesis of educational technology skills. Field-oriented course emphasizing creative or scholarly work integrating various elements of educational technology in instructional enterprises.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 625 - Technology Planning and Administration (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Focus on the development of knowledge and skills in: grant writing, technology planning, facilities and resource management, technology staff and personnel management, funding in budgetary issues, technology policies and procedures, school connectivity planning and design, and purchasing practices.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDTC 625 and EDTC 630.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 626 - Principles of Graphics Communication and Desktop Publishing (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Language and design of graphic communication, principles of visual arts, basic design principles, picture editing, and desktop publishing.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 627 - Mobile Technologies (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Focus on the impact of mobile technologies on education, business, government, and health organizations. Identify ways to increase efficiency and innovation to promote access to work, entertainment, information, and family.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 628 - Emerging Instructional Technologies (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Modern computer multimedia technologies in education, business, government, and health organization. Constructivist’s teaching including project-based learning and higher order thinking skill.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDTC 628 and EDTC 658.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 629 - Professional Development for K-12 Technology Integration (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    State and national standards; current professional development issues and technology tool; curriculum and design; instructional program; implementing, and evaluating professional development for K-12 technology integration.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDTC 629 and EDTC 665.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 631 - Special Topics in Educational Technology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    In-depth studies of special topics applying technology use and multimedia development to various aspects of education.

    Notes
    May be repeated as topics vary to accrue a total of 6 credit hours. No duplicate credit for EDTC 631 and EDTC 650.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 634 - Video Technology in Education (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Collaborate groups, class discussions, readings, lectures, multimedia presentations, critical reflections, self-evaluations, peer evaluations, authentic projects, oral presentations, project and movie critiques, field observations and problem solving using case studies.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 636 - Organizational Change in Technology Integration (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Focus on the use of mentoring of individuals and/or small groups to implement educational and organizational change: develop organizational visioning strategies; employ change strategies for implementing new organizational programs.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 637 - Technology Leadership in Schools (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Foundation skills for managing technology for teaching and learning at school site:  instructional design, integration with standards, logistics, training, and implementation.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDTC 637 and EDLD 637, EDTC 640, or ELIT 640.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDTC 639 - Independent Research in Educational Technology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Research techniques applied to administration of educational technology; analysis of content and audience characteristics, effects of educational and commercial communications, and related fields. Culminating portfolio development.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDTC 639 and EDTC 623. Must be taken in the last semester of the Master of Education in educational technology leadership and Master of Science in instructional technology programs.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • EDUC 110 - Portfolio Management for Teacher Education Programs and Certifications (Cr. 0)


    Description
    Mandatory attendance at workshop designed to assist entering undergraduate and post-baccalaureate candidates in teacher education programs with understanding the e-Portfolio system, program guidelines, and portal expectations. Candidates will be assessed a $133 Portfolio Management fee which will provide a five-year license to Via by Watermark Insights.

    Notes
    Candidates are expected to enroll in this course during the first semester of a teacher education program.

    Cr. 0

  
  • EDUC 191 - Praxis Test-Taking Preparation (Lec. 1, Cr. 1)


    Description
    Content and strategies related to the Praxis I examination. Students will be assigned a grade of “S” or “U”.  

    Notes
    Credits for this course may not be applied toward a degree.

    Lec. 1 Cr. 1

  
  • EDUC 192 - Foundations of Early Childhood Education (Lec. 2, Lab. 2, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Early childhood educational theories and philosophies, school organization, professional ethics, and an overview and practical application of school curriculum and instruction.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDUC 192 and NUFS 200.

    Lec. 2 Lab. 2 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 10 hours

  
  • EDUC 200 - Entrance into Teacher Education (Cr. 0)


    Description
    Students planning to be teachers must submit an application to the Department of Education Professions. Upon meeting criteria for admission, students will be assigned a grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).

    Cr. 0

  
  • EDUC 202 - Foundations in Early Childhood Education and Early Intervention (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Methods and materials of teaching and development of the young child, from birth to age eight, including children with special needs. Candidates will also explore the characteristics, identification, and development of children with special needs.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 192.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 10 hours

  
  • EDUC 203 - Theories and Principles of Learning and Teaching (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Practical application of research based on learning theory. An overview of teaching in today’s society and strategies of effective teaching.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 260.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 10 hours

    NYF
  
  • EDUC 204 - Orientation to Multiculturalism and Diversity in Education (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Orientation to multicultural and diverse education focusing on cultural, historical, pedagogical, philosophical, political, and sociological influences and principles within the educational system. Attendance at the Child Abuse Awareness Seminar is mandatory.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDUC 204 and MUED 226 or SPED 204.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 110 and EDTC 245.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 10 hours

    NYF
  
  • EDUC 205 - Fundamentals of Planning Instruction in Secondary Schools (Lec. 1, Cr. 1)


    Description
    Fundamental components of lesson planning for secondary schools specific to content standards within the student’s area of instruction.

    Lec. 1 Cr. 1

  
  • EDUC 216 - Reading Methods I (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Introductory course on a balanced approach to reading instruction and phonics for early literacy.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 110.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 10 hours

  
  • EDUC 217 - Phonics in Elementary School (Lec. 1, Cr. 1)


    Description
    Introduction to phonics in the elementary school using research-based concepts and instructional practices for teaching phonemic awareness and phonics to elementary student in order to increase their knowledge of sound/symbol relationships

    Lec. 1 Cr. 1

  
  • EDUC 220 - Literacy Development for English Language Learners (Lec. 2, Cr. 2)


    Description
    Focus on the design of motivational and instructional strategies in the elementary school for the English Language Learner.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 110.

    Lec. 2 Cr. 2

    Field Experience 5 hours

  
  • EDUC 221 - Health and Physical Education in the Elementary School (Lec. 2, Cr. 2)


    Description
    Current concepts of physical education with particular emphasis on curriculum implementation including, but not limited to, practice of skills contributing to good health.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 110.

    Lec. 2 Cr. 2

    Field Experience 5 hours

  
  • EDUC 222 - Literacy Development for English Language Learners in K-12 Content Areas (Lec. 1, Cr. 1)


    Description
    Focus on the design of motivational and instructional strategies in the K-12 classroom for the English Language Learner.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 110.

    Lec. 1 Cr. 1

    Field Experience 5 hours

  
  • EDUC 300 - Admission to Teacher Residency - Baccalaureate (Cr. 0)


    Description
    In the semester prior to enrolling in the first semester of teacher residency, students must submit all required documentation. Upon approval from the Office of Student Teaching and Professional Education Services, students will be assigned a grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).

    Cr. 0

  
  • EDUC 311 - Foundations of Teaching in K-12 Classrooms (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Overview of the diverse learner, learning styles, instructional planning, classroom management and organization, assessment, instructional design, instructional strategies and teaching in K-12 classrooms. Focuses on instructional planning and delivery in diverse settings and content areas.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 or EDUC 499.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 312 - Principles of Teaching and Instructional Processes in Secondary School (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Instructional processes associated with teaching adolescents with diverse learner characteristics. Principles of learning, cognition, motivation, and social factors in the design of instruction in content areas.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 or EDUC 499.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 316 - Reading Methods II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Principles, practices, methods, and materials for designing and implementing a balanced approach to teaching reading in elementary school.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): (EDUC 200 or EDUC 499) and EDUC 216.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 317.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 20 hours

  
  • EDUC 317 - Fundamentals of Planning Instruction in Early Childhood and Elementary Schools (Lec. 2, Cr. 2)


    Description
    Fundamental components of instructional planning for early childhood and elementary educational environments creating interdisciplinary lessons including differentiation, state approved Tier I Curriculum, and current state and national standards.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 and EDUC 216.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 316.

    Lec. 2 Cr. 2

  
  • EDUC 318 - Planning and Instruction for Literacy in the Content Area (Lec. 2, Cr. 2)


    Description
    Fundamental components of instructional planning for secondary educational environments creating interdisciplinary lessons including differentiation, state approved Tier I Curriculum, and current state and national standards.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 333, EDUC 337, or HHP 340.

    Lec. 2 Cr. 2

  
  • EDUC 319 - Child Development (Lec. 2, Lab. 2, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Study of the development of children from birth to adolescence with emphasis on the various aspects of growth and their interrelationship.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for EDUC 319 and FACS 321 or NUFS 321.

    Lec. 2 Lab. 2 Cr. 3

  
  • EDUC 321 - Methods of Teaching Language Arts in the Elementary School (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Content, methods, techniques, and evaluation procedures used in the teaching of oral and written English, spelling, handwriting, and listening in the elementary classroom.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 and EDUC 316.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 322 - Methods of Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    This course provides a broad variety of research-based methods for teaching social studies in the elementary classroom. National Council for the Social Studies standards will be presented with an emphasis on teaching across the curriculum with literature-based thematic units addressing the six components of social studies: anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science/civics, and sociology. Various techniques reflecting multicultural, technological, and geographical connections will be explored.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 323 - Methods of Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School (Grades K-8) (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Overview of the mathematics curriculum in grades K-8. Methods and materials for presenting mathematics content in a developmentally appropriate manner. Exploration of assessment procedures.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 499.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 324 - Methods of Teaching Science in Elementary and Middle School (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Techniques of teaching, problems of teaching, and the proper use of materials for the science curriculum. Students explore a variety of evaluation procedures.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 and EDUC 322.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 325 - Science in the Elementary School (Lec. 2, Cr. 2)


    Description
    Investigate ways children learn science as a basis for planning, implementing, and assessing science curriculum and instruction. National Science Teachers Association standards, teaching cases, and science lab experiences are used as tools for reflecting on practice. ​

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 499.

    Lec. 2 Cr. 2

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 326 - Social Studies in the Elementary Classroom (Lec. 2, Cr. 2)


    Description
    eaching social studies in the elementary classroom. National Council for the Social Studies standards will be presented with an emphasis on teaching across the curriculum with literature-based thematic units addressing the six components of social studies: anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science/civics, and sociology. Various techniques reflecting multicultural, technological, and geographical connections will be explored. ​

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 499.

    Lec. 2 Cr. 2

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 327 - Mathematics in the Elementary School (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Examination of National Council of Teachers of Mathematics standards along with state and local requirements will provide a foundation for designing and implementing developmentally appropriate math lessons using manipulatives, technology, problem solving strategies, and ongoing assessment to foster and improve student learning.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 499.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 20 hours

  
  • EDUC 328 - Methods of Teaching Language Arts and Social Studies in the Elementary School (Grades 1-5) (Lec. 4, Cr. 4)


    Description
    Methods and materials related to the social studies and language arts curriculum. Covers thematic unit design, development, implementation of content material, teaching strategies, evaluation, and assessment procedures.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 and EDUC 203.

    Lec. 4 Cr. 4

    Field Experience 20 hours

  
  • EDUC 329 - Methods of Teaching Social Living (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Methods and materials related to the social studies and science curriculum. Application of national and state standards and benchmarks into the curriculum.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 or EDUC 499.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 330 - Methods of Teaching in the Middle School (Grades 5-8) (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Methods and materials for teaching content in the middle grades. Lesson planning, unit planning, teaching techniques and strategies, and classroom management skills.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 499.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 333 - Methods and Materials in Reading for Secondary Teachers (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Methods, materials, and techniques that contribute to effective application of reading skills in the subject matter areas.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 or EDUC 499.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 318.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 334 - Elementary Math Methods I (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Current principles, practices, methods, and materials for designing and implementing instruction in grades PK-5.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): (EDUC 200 or EDUC 499) and (EDUC 202 or EDUC 203).

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 335 - Elementary Math Methods II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Current principles, practices, methods, and materials for designing and implementing instruction in grades PK-5.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 and EDUC 334.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 336 - Assessment in Special and Inclusive Education (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Review of laws affecting assessment of children for special education, ethics/multicultural aspects of assessment, basic test theory, formal and informal measures of achievement, and response to teaching intervention (RTI). Administration of informal tests and development of teaching goals based on RTI.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 337 - Methods and Materials in Reading for K-12 Teachers (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Methods, materials, and techniques that contribute to effective application of reading skills in the subject matter areas.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 or EDUC 499.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 318.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 344 - Methods of Teaching Science in Middle School (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Techniques of teaching, problems of teaching, and the proper use of materials for the science curriculum. Students explore a variety of evaluation procedures.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 499.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 15 hours

  
  • EDUC 351 - Educational Measurements (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Principles of tests and measurements in education.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): (EDUC 300 or EDUC 400) and permission of department head.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 469 and (ARED 470, EDUC 460E, EDUC 460M, EDUC 460S, EDUC 462E, EDUC 462M, EDUC 462S, EDUC 470E, EDUC 470P, EDUC 470S, HHP 470, or MUED 470).

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 10 hours

  
  • EDUC 400 - Admission to Teacher Residency - Post-Baccalaureate Certificate (Cr. 0)


    Description
    In the semester prior to enrolling in the first semester of teacher residency, students must submit all required documentation. Upon approval from the Office of Student Teaching and Professional Education Services, students will be assigned a grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).

    Cr. 0

  
  • EDUC 402 - Methods, Models and Strategies for Teaching Mathematics in High School (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Research-based methods and models of instruction for teaching mathematics: selection, development and application of cognitive models and strategies to lesson and unit design for diverse learners.

    Notes
    For students concentrating in mathematics education only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): (EDUC 200 or EDUC 499) and EDUC 333.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 412.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 20 hours

  
  • EDUC 403 - Methods, Models and Strategies for Teaching Science in High School (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Research-based methods and models of instruction for teaching science: selection, development and application of cognitive models and strategies to lesson and unit design for diverse learners.

    Notes
    For students concentrating in agricultural education (Bachelor of Science only), biology education, chemistry education, environmental science education, general science education, and physics education only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): (EDUC 200 or EDUC 499) and EDUC 333.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 412.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 20 hours

  
  • EDUC 404 - Methods, Models and Strategies for Teaching English in High School (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Research-based methods and models of instruction for teaching English: selection, development and application of cognitive models and strategies to lesson and unit design for diverse learners.

    Notes
    For students concentrating in English education only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): (EDUC 200 or EDUC 499) and EDUC 333.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 412.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 20 hours

  
  • EDUC 405 - Methods, Models and Strategies for Teaching Social Studies in High School (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Research-based methods and models of instruction for teaching social studies: selection, development and application of cognitive models and strategies to lesson and unit design for diverse learners.

    Notes
    For students concentrating in social studies education only.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): (EDUC 200 or EDUC 499) and EDUC 333.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 412.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 20 hours

  
  • EDUC 406 - Methods, Models and Strategies for Teaching Modern Foreign Languages in High School (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Research-based methods and models of instruction for teaching foreign languages: selection, development and application of cognitive models and strategies to lesson and unit design for diverse learners.

    Notes
    For students concentrating in foreign language education (Post-baccalaureate Certificate only).

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): (EDUC 200 or EDUC 499) and EDUC 333.
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 412.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 20 hours

  
  • EDUC 408 - Concepts of Learning and Motivation in Educational Environments (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Description
    Focus on the importance of motivation in teaching utilizing strategies that promote learning and engagement; recognize the importance of cultural and individual influences on motivation.

    Prerequisites / Corequisites
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 and EDUC 203.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Field Experience 20 hours

 

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