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PSYC 4133 - Psychology of Infancy and Childhood 3 Credit Hours
An examination of development from conception, infancy, preschool years, to childhood with emphasis in the areas of physical, cognitive, social, and personality development, including exploration of attachment, developmental, and behavioral disorders.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1113 or instructor’s permission.
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PSYC 4153 - Abnormal Psychology # 3 Credit Hours
A basic overview of abnormal human behavior. Includes history of assessment and treatment of the mentally disordered, types of abnormalities, and current diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1113.
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PSYC 4343 - Psychology of Human Sexuality # 3 Credit Hours
A comprehensive study of the crucial problems involved in understanding human sexuality. Designed to proved scientific information in the following areas: sexual anatomy and physiology, sexual response and motivation, psycho-sexual dynamics, psychological and sociological phenomena of human sexuality, sexual dysfunctions, aberrations, eroticism, mythology, exercises, sexual behavior patterns, marital and sexual communications, impotency, contraception, and venereal diseases.
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PSYC 4450 - Special Problems in Psychology # 1-4 Credit Hours
Group discussions of current topics and contemporary trends in psychology. Designed to allow exploration of the most recent changes in the field of psychology.
Note: Course will be offered for up to four hours per semester and course content will be identified in parenthesis after titles. May be repeated for a maximum accumulation of four hours. Graded Pass/Fail.
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PSYC 4513 - History and Systems of Psychology # 3 Credit Hours
A survey of the historical background of modern psychology with emphasis on the classical systems of psychology. The development of the schools of psychological thought and a comparison between the schools will be stressed.
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READ 5113 - Emergent & Early Literacy Development 3 Credit Hours
The nature of the reading process related to the teaching of reading in the primary grades. This course is designed to give the student an in-depth knowledge of the reading process and knowledge of the acquisition and development of early reading, writing, and language development.
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READ 5223 - Intermediate/Middle School/High School Reading Instruction 3 Credit Hours
An in-depth presentation of teaching of reading and writing in the content subjects.
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READ 5323 - Literacy Assessment 3 Credit Hours
Emphasis is on observation as an assessment tool and on classroom-based informal literacy assessments.
Prerequisite: READ 5113, 5223, or permission of course instructor.
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READ 5450 - Individual Study in Reading Instruction 1-3 Credit Hours
For advanced students who need to study some problem area not adequately covered in organized courses or to make up a known deficiency.
Prerequisite: Six hours of reading courses, permission of instructor and departmental head.
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READ 5460 - Innovative Approaches to Reading 1-4 Credit Hours
Innovative approach to reading instruction to include methods, materials, and instructional practices.
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READ 5470 - Selected Topics in Reading Instruction 1-4 Credit Hours
Designed to allow instructor and student to pursue areas of interest and/or concern in-depth through classroom or field experience.
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READ 5480 - Applied Assessment 1-4 Credit Hours
A supervised practicum in individual literacy assessment/instruction.
Prerequisite: READ 5113, 5223, 5323.
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READ 5510 - Seminar: Literacy Trends & Issues 1-3 Credit Hours
A course designed to provide a forum for the study of current issues in literacy education.
Prerequisite: READ 5113, READ 5223, READ 5323 or consent of instructor.
Note: This course will provide a variety of seminar topics and may be repeated with a change of subject matter. Student may enroll for one (1), two (2), or three (3) hours of credit for a maximum of three hours counting toward the degree.
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READ 5540 - Practicum in Literacy 1-4 Credit Hours
A supervised practicum individual literacy assessment/instruction within a small group setting.
Prerequisite: READ 5113, 5223, 5323, 5484, 5510.
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READ 5550 - Practicum II 1-6 Credit Hours
Students will work in the University Reading Clinic in a supervisory capacity. Specific responsibilities include supervising a group of tutors in the interpretation of test results, preparing prescriptive programs and evaluating performance of tutors and effectiveness of instruction.
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READ 5563 - Contemporary Literacy Research 3 Credit Hours
Students will complete individual and group study of current reading research.
Prerequisite: Completion of 15 hours of graduate reading courses. Completion or concurrent enrollment in READ 5543 Practicum in Literacy.
Note: Capstone course.
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READ 5572 - Issues in Facilitating Literacy Development 2 Credit Hours
The course will explore ideas relevant to the role of the site-based literacy facilitator.
Prerequisite: Complete a minimum of 9 hours of graduate reading courses.
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READ 5640 - Seminar in Reading 1-4 Credit Hours
Seminar dealing with problems in reading.
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SCI 5012 - Teaching Natural Science at Elementary Level 2 Credit Hours
A course designed to teach fundamental science concepts to enable educators to teach science content in grades 1-8.
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SCI 5113 - Special Topics in Science 3 Credit Hours
Selected studies in Science.
Note: Course may be repeated in time with a change of subject matter.
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SCI 5123 - Earth Science 3 Credit Hours
This course will enhance teacher knowledge and understanding of the geosciences. The content will focus on Earth materials, Earth processes, geologic time, and Earth history and will be taught through inquiry methods.
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SCI 5213 - Investigative Biology 3 Credit Hours
This course will investigate fundamental concepts in biology through inquiry with a focus on the nature of science, scientific practices, and inquiry-based instructional methods.
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SCI 5222 - Teaching Biological Science at Secondary Level 2 Credit Hours
Study and investigation of new curriculum programs and source materials; organization and supervision of laboratory experiences; and techniques of motivation and evaluation of student development in life sciences.
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SCI 5253 - Environmental Science 3 Credit Hours
This course will investigate environmental concerns through guided and open-ended inquiries. Investigations may involve water quality, meteorology, habitat, climate, the atmosphere, soil conservation, and pollution and will focus on data collection and analysis.
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SCI 5313 - Nature of Matter 3 Credit Hours
This course will focus on learning fundamental concepts concerning the nature of matter, the properties of matter, changes in properties in matter, and energy transfer and will be taught through inquiry methods.
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SCI 5323 - Science of Motion 3 Credit Hours
This course will focus on learning fundamental concepts concerning force, motion, and energy through inquiry. Emphasis will be placed on the design, observations, measurements, inferences, analysis, and explanations involved in the experiments performed.
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SCI 5413 - Space Science 3 Credit Hours
This course will focus on learning the fundamental concepts of astronomy through inquiry. Inquiries will include observational astronomy and the analysis of astronomical data sets.
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SCI 5443 - Trends and Issues in Science Education 3 Credit Hours
This course will focus on recent trends and issues in science education, including teaching methods, assessment, and state standards, and the Next Generation of Science Standards, and how these issues affect science teaching and learning in K-12 schools.
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SCI 5502 - Research Rotation 2 Credit Hours
Introduction to research techniques through participation in research projects of faculty members in the Department of Natural Sciences. Students will work with faculty research mentors for either 2 or 3 rotations during the semester.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and faculty research mentors required.
Note: For students enrolled in the Master in Natural Sciences program only
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SCI 5511 - Research Seminar 1 Credit Hours
This course is required for all graduate students. Students present their research progresses or scientific papers that are related to their research field.
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SCI 5513 - Inquiry in Science 3 Credit Hours
This course will focus on the methods, benefits, assessment, underlying theoretical frameworks, and implementation of inquiry-based science instruction in K-12 schools.
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SCI 5530 - Research in the Natural Sciences 1-6 Credit Hours
Graduate research for the Master’s Thesis. May be repeated, but no more than 6 credit hours may be counted toward the 36 credit hour requirement for the MS degree.
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SCI 5803 - Topics in Natural Sciences 3 Credit Hours
A multi-disciplinary approach to address current topics from Natural Science from the three different perspectives of Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
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SCI 5900 - Thesis 1-6 Credit Hours
Independent research and study connected with the preparation of the Master’s Thesis. May be repeated, but no more than 6 credit hours may be counted toward the 36 credit hour requirement for the MS degree.
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SCI 5983 - Capstone I 3 Credit Hours
This is the first portion of a two-course capstone sequence that provides graduate students in the M.Ed. in Science Education program a culminating academic experience that integrates and goes beyond the program’s required coursework. Options for the capstone experience are described in the program description. In this first course in the capstone sequence, students will begin their approved projects and submit documentation of adequate progress to their instructor.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and advisor and completion of at least 26 semester hours of the coursework requirements of the M.Ed. in Science Education program.
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SCI 5993 - Capstone II 3 Credit Hours
This is the second portion of a two-course capstone sequence that provides graduate students in the M.Ed. in Science Education program a culminating academic experience that integrates and goes beyond the program’s required coursework. Options for the capstone experience are described in program description. In this second course in the capstone sequence, students will complete their projects and submit their documentation to their capstone readers for final approval.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and advisor and credit in SCI 5983 Capstone I.
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SLP 4813 - Language Development 3 Credit Hours
Theory of the development of speech and language from the birth cry to normal acquisition of language; factors influencing speech, i.e., intelligence, environment, age, sex, and hearing; and analysis of current research. Social aspects of language also included.
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SLP 5143 - Advanced Audiology 3 Credit Hours
Study and speech and hearing science related to disorders of hearing and its causes, researching hearing disorders, practice in analyzing screening and testing procedures, relating speech acoustics to the rehabilitation process.
Prerequisite: Undergraduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent leveling course work.
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SLP 5150 - Advanced Supervised Clinical Practice Lab in Speech and Hearing 1-2 Credit Hours
A series of two-hour lab courses conducted for: beginning, intermediate, advanced, and administrative supervision.
Note: May be repeated for up to six hours credit with change in assignment.
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SLP 5153 - Clinic Internship 3 Credit Hours
Part time off-campus clinic practicum in medical, rehabilitation, or educational setting.
Prerequisite: SLP 5152 and permission of Clinic Director and Program Chair.
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SLP 5159 - Clinic Externship 3 Credit Hours
Full time off-campus clinic practicum in medical, rehabilitation, or educational setting.
Prerequisite: SLP 5152 and permission of Clinic Director and Program Chair.
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SLP 5172 - Fluency Disorders 2 Credit Hours
Lectures, readings, and reports covering research, theories and therapies of those suffering from involuntary, intermittent interruption of the automatic flow of speech.
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SLP 5222 - Early Intervention 2 Credit Hours
Emphasis on communication disorders in children birth to three.
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SLP 5343 - Assistive Technology 3 Credit Hours
Selection and use of augmentative and alternative systems of communication with severely communicatively challenged individuals.
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SLP 5410 - Trends & Issues in Communication Disorders 1-4 Credit Hours
Investigation and discussion of new directions in communication disorders, theory, and practice.
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SLP 5523 - Diagnostics in Speech-Language Pathology 3 Credit Hours
Formal and informal assessment procedures of articulation, language, voice, fluency, and adult cognitive and language (aphasia) disabilities. Discussion of the diagnostic process, the psychometric properties of tests, test administration, analysis of test results, the client interview process, and multicultural assessment.
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SLP 5803 - Research and Evidence Based Practice 3 Credit Hours
Research design and application to evidence based practice with an emphasis on research in communication sciences and disorders.
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SLP 5823 - Aphasia & Traumatic Brain Injury 3 Credit Hours
The etiology, clinical evaluation and treatment of communication disorders with neurogenic etiology. Emphasis on aphasia, TBI.
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SLP 5832 - Cognitive & Other Neurological Communication Disorders 2 Credit Hours
The etiology, clinical evaluation and treatment of communication disorders with neurogenic etiology. Emphasis on dementias, non-dominant hemisphere disorders and other related cognitive and neurological communication disorders.
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SLP 5842 - Advanced Articulation & Phonological Disorders 2 Credit Hours
The physical and phonetic aspects of articulation and the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of articulation problems.
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SLP 5853 - Voice & Resonance Disorders 3 Credit Hours
Characteristics, etiology, diagnosis and treatment of voice disorders, including a discussion of resonance disorders associated with cleft palate.
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SLP 5902 - Motor Speech Disorders 2 Credit Hours
Characteristics, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of motor speech disorders, focusing primarily on the dysarthrias and apraxia (both adult and childhood).
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SLP 5910 - Problem Seminar in Speech Pathology 1-2 Credit Hours
A series of seminar studies in various areas of speech pathology.
Note: Basic number designation may be repeated in the following subjects: voice disorders, stuttering, cleft palate, dysphasia, articulation, cerebral palsy, field studies, psycholinguistic assessment and therapy for the communicatively disabled, and other. May be repeated for up to 12 hours with change in subject matter.
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SLP 5912 - Capstone: Professional Issues 2 Credit Hours
A series of seminar studies in various areas of speech pathology. Basic number designation may be repeated in the following subjects: voice disorders, stuttering, cleft palate, dysphasia, articulation, cerebral palsy, field studies, psycholinguistic assessment and therapy for the communicatively disabled, and other.
Note: May also serve as the Capstone course. May be repeated for up 12 hours with change in subject matter.
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SLP 5922 - Dysphagia 2 Credit Hours
Etiologies, assessment, and treatment of disturbances in swallowing in children and adults.
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SOC 4143 - American Indians Today # 3 Credit Hours
Current social issues affecting Native American peoples are linked to their unique Constitutional relationship to the U.S. Federal Government. Using the ethno-historic method, this class links current Indian issues to Native American history, through an examination of Indian-white relations since Colonial times. Sovereignty and wardship are recurrent themes developed in the class. Credit may only be earned in one of the following: AIS 4143, ANTH 4143, SOC 4143.
Cross-listed: AIS 4143, ANTH 4143
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SOC 4153 - Archeology of North America # 3 Credit Hours
The archeology of native North America, with emphasis on major phases of prehistory, from passage across the Bering Strait to early protohistoric horizons. Emphasis on material culture and life ways through ethnographic analogy. The course begins with the history of American archeology. Topics include: introduction to archaeology; history of North American archaelogy; Paleo-Indiand; the Archaic Period; the Southwest; Woodland traditions. Credit may only be earned in one of the following: AIS 4153, ANTH 4153, SOC 4153.
Note: Dual listed: AIS 4153, ANTH 4153
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SOC 4173 - Indians of the Plains # 3 Credit Hours
The course, an examination of the Great Plains from the earliest human occupation to present, focuses on the pre-Columbian Plains from an archaeological perspective, and the post-contact period, from an ethnological perspective. Credit may only be earned in one of the following: AIS 4173, ANTH 4173, SOC 4173.
Cross-listed: AIS 4173, ANTH 4173
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SOC 4183 - Ancient Mesoamerica # 3 Credit Hours
The archaeology and ethnography of pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, which includes present-day Mexico and Central America. An examination of the major civilizations: Olemec, Maya, Teotihuacan, Toltec, and Aztec. Time periods covered from earliest inhabitants to early contact with Europeans after 1502. Credit may only be earned in one of the following: AIS 4183, ANTH 4183, SOC 4183.
Cross-listed: AIS 4183, ANTH 4183
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SOC 4373 - American Indian Spirituality # 3 Credit Hours
An exploration of spirituality and the religious traditions of the Indigenous peoples of North and Central America. Topics include: American Indian religions; creation myths; cosmography and power; the acquisition and maintenance of power; the manifestation of power; new religions. Credit may only be earned in one of the following: AIS 4373, ANTH 4373, SOC 4373.
Cross-listed: AIS 4373, ANTH 4373
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SOC 4423 - Urban Sociology # 3 Credit Hours
A study giving explicit recognition to the nature and importance of urbanism as a world phenomenon, with the main focus of attention on urbanism and social change as they are manifest in various aspects of urbanization in the United States.
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SOC 4533 - Sociology of Gender # 3 Credit Hours
An analysis of gender roles as both macro and micro levels including emphasis on gender in relation to marriage, family, the economy, work, domestic violence, the media, and specifically in male-female relations.
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SOC 4713 - Social Change # 3 Credit Hours
The agents and processes of social change. Differential stability and adaptability of diverse cultures and methods and mechanisms which may be used in promoting social change.
Prerequisite: SOC 1113.
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SOC 4723 - Social Stratification # 3 Credit Hours
Analysis of status, occupation, income and other elements in human societies. Critical evaluation of theory and research pertaining to social stratification and the associated lifestyles.
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SOSC 5040 - Sem: Teaching Social Studies 1-3 Credit Hours
Individual or group investigation of problems of interest to the social studies teacher.
Note: May be repeated with different topics to a maximum of six hours credit.
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SPED 4263 - Assistive Technology Strategies and Universal Design for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders 3 Credit Hours
Provides informaion pertaining to assistive technology strategies and alternative/augmentative communication systems that are useful for the academic and social progress of students with disabilities, especially students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). A synopsis of the characteristics, identification, history, causes, interventions, and current issues regarding students with Autism Spectrum Disorders will be reviewed.
Prerequisite: 2.75 GPA or higher and successful completion (grade C or better) in EDUC 3113 and EDUC 3313.
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SPED 5203 - Evidence-Based Strategies & Curriculum Design for Students with ASD 3 Credit Hours
Teacher candidates will gain knowledge and implement evidence-based academic, behavioral, functional, and social strategies effective for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Teacher candidates will learn to design curriculum based off the individual needs of students, state standards, and appropriate placement options. Teachers will create and implement Individualized Education Plans for students with ASD.
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SPED 5303 - Positive Behavioral Supports for Students with ASD 3 Credit Hours
Teacher candidates will utilize Applied Behavior Analysis and other evidence-based behavioral analyses to collect efficient data on behaviors of students with ASD and students with other disabilities to develop Functional Behavioral Assessment and Positive Behavioral Intervention Plans. Teachers will also learn how to implement a school-wide Positive Behavioral System.
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SPED 5323 - Response to Intervention and Assessment of Students with ASD 3 Credit Hours
Teacher candidates will understand the identification and psychological evaluation procedures required for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other disabilities to become eligible for special education services. Teacher candidates will also learn about the Response to Intervention process necessary for effective evaluations.
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SPED 5330 - Seminar in Education of Exceptional Children 1-6 Credit Hours
Lectures and projects relative to the education of exceptional children.
Note: Course to be offered for two, four, or six hours credit. Area of concentration will be specified each time the course is offered. Students may repeat the course for an accumulative total of six hours.
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SPED 5453 - Contemporary Issues in Special Education Specific to Visual Impairments 3 Credit Hours
Designed for students pursuing teacher certification in visual impairments. Emphasis will be on current issues affecting the education of students with visual impairments. Topics of concentration will be specified each time the course is offered.
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SPED 5462 - Contemporary Issues in Special Education 2 Credit Hours
Designed for students in general education as well as those in Special Education. Emphasis upon selection and study of problems of particular interest to the individuals involved.
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SPED 5513 - Early Childhood SPED 3 Credit Hours
3 Hours. Education variables related to special education services and research for young children are investigated in terms of etiology, assessment, unique medical issues, curriculum models, resources, educational settings and interdisciplinary programming.
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SPED 5543 - Seminar Individual Studies 3 Credit Hours
Proposed studies within and/or outside the institutional setting in one or more of the following areas of specialization: speech and hearing, mental retardation, learning disabilities, reading, and emotionally disturbed. Note: May also be taken for capstone.
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SPED 5563 - Field Studies in Spec Ed 3 Credit Hours
1-6 Hours. Proposed studies within and/or outside the institutional setting in one or more of the following areas of specialization: speech and hearing, mental retardation, learning disabilities, reading, and emotionally disturbed. Note: May also be taken for capstone.
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SPED 5803 - Practicum in ASD 3 Credit Hours
Teacher candidates will gain experience by observing and working with students with ASD in the public school setting.
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SPED 5812 - Seminar: Administration of Special Education Programs 2 Credit Hours
Teacher candidates will learn the responsibilities of a Local Education Agent, laws and policies of special education, budgetary needs for special education programs, and how to direct a special education program for an individual school or school district.
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SPED 5901 - Research on Teaching & Assessment of Students with ASD 1 Credit Hours
Teacher candidates will conduct a research study involving the teaching and/or assessment of students with ASD.
Note: This is the Capstone courses.
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THTR 4003 - Arts Management 3 Credit Hours
Students will receive extensive experience at directing scenes and/or plays.
Prerequisite: THTR 3553
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THTR 4303 - World Drama 3 Credit Hours
World Drama is a survey course that covers the history of dramatic literature from the Golden Age of Greece to the present, Included are the historical as well as phenomenological approaches to critical thinking about the literary, production and practical aspects of the theatre event. Students will develop critical skills through written and oral presentations.
Note: Credit may not be earned in both ENGL 4333 and THTR 4303
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THTR 4340 - Seminar in Theatre 1-3 Credit Hours
A series of courses in special areas of the theatre.
Note: Any combination of this series may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
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THTR 4350 - Seminar in Theatre 1-3 Credit Hours
A series of courses in special areas of the theatre.
Note: Any combination of this series may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
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THTR 4360 - Seminar in Theatre 1-3 Credit Hours
A series of courses in special areas of the theatre.
Note: Any combination of this series may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
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THTR 4370 - Seminar in Theatre 1-3 Credit Hours
A series of courses in special areas of the theatre.
Note: Any combination of this series may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
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THTR 4763 - Children’s Theatre 3 Credit Hours
Theories and techniques of children’s theatre. The entire production procedure, including play selection, play analysis, and directing techniques are emphasized.
Note: Practical laboratory experience.
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THTR 4800 - Professional Semester 1-3 Credit Hours
Provides in-depth training experience as a member of a professional theatre company involving all aspects of theatrical production.
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THTR 4993 - Capstone Experience 3 Credit Hours
The student will design and complete a major project related to theatre.
Prerequisite: Completion of 90 hours, including at least 30 hours in major and approval of the faculty committee.
Note: Required of all majors.
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THTR 5863 - History of Theatre I 3 Credit Hours
The study of the development of theatre from its beginnings through 1642.
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THTR 5873 - History of Theatre II 3 Credit Hours
The study of theatre and drama from 1642 until the present.
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