Jun 26, 2024  
2013-14 NSU Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2013-14 NSU Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • SOC 4223 - Criminology #

    3 Hours. Systematic examination of the basic nature of crime. Emphasis placed on extent, social foundations, police, courts, law, prisons, theories of punishment, theories of causation, and efforts in prevention.
  
  • SOC 4313 - Social Research Methods #

    3 Hours. An introduction to the rationale and use of social research methods. The course covers the techniques of problem formation, data collection and data analysis in survey; experimental, evaluation and qualitative research. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment of SOC 3323 or consent of instructor. Credit may not be earned in both SOC 4313 and SOWK 4313. Dual-listed: SOWK 4313
  
  • SOC 4401 - Honors Research IV

    1 Hours. All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity.  All other student are expected to attend. Prerequisite: Honors student.  SOC 4402
  
  • SOC 4402 - Honors Research III

    2 Hours. Completion of honors thesis, artistic composition or other scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Senior standing.  SOC 3402
  
  • SOC 4423 - Urban Sociology #

    3 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.
  
  • SOC 4453 - Environmental Sociology #

    3 Hours. Examination of the role of humans and human activity in an ecosystem. Focus on the reciprocal, symbiotic relations between humans and the natural environment of which they are a part.
  
  • SOC 4513 - Social Psychology #

    3 Hours. Sociological theories (role, reinforcement, cognitive and symbolic interactionism) applied to understanding the development of self, self-presentation, attitudes, interpersonal influence and attraction, prosocial and aggressive behavior, and intergroup interaction. Emphasis is placed on the interdependence of group and individual in social relationships. Prerequisite: 3 hours of Sociology or Psychology.
  
  • SOC 4533 - Sociology of Gender #

    3 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.
  
  • SOC 4613 - Sociological Theory #

    3 Hours. Study current sociological theory, such as functionalism, social conflict, symbolic interactionism, dramaturgy exchange, and critical theory. Emphasis on historical roots of theories, as well as contemporary developments. Prerequisite: SOC 1113.
  
  • SOC 4713 - Social Change #

    3 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.
  
  • SOC 4723 - Social Stratification #

    3 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.
  
  • SOC 4813 - Death and Dying #

    3 Hours. Study of the ramifications of death; experiences and rights of the dying; significance to those who mourn; the meaning to society of the reality and symbolism of death.
  
  • SOC 4833 - Aging in Other Cultures #

    3 Hours. A comparative overview of human aging in societies around the world. Particular attention is given to aging in the American Indian, Black, and Hispanic subcultures in modern America. Credit may not be earned in both SOC 4833 and ANTH 4833. Dual-listed: ANTH 4833
  
  • SOC 4853 - Medical Sociology #

    3 Hours. Presents students with a basic understanding of what health means and how people direct themselves and organize their societies to obtain and maintain it. Focusing on health care delivery in relation to other systems, the social behaviors within health care institutions, and international patterns of health. Prerequisite: SOC 1113.
  
  • SOC 4911 - Independent Study #

    1 Hours. Individual research or reading project with a selected faculty member. Content of course may vary with needs and interests of student. May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 3 hours credit.
  
  • SOC 4951 - Professional Seminar

    1 Hours. Capstone course that assists in the integration of components of sociology and helps prepare the student for entry into the sociological profession by investigating career opportunities. Prerequisite: Final semester; restricted to Sociology majors. Graded Pass/fail.
     
  
  • SOC 4993 - Practicum

    3 Hours. Supervised experience in a professional agency where gerontological, allied health, and sociological knowledge is employed in a vocational setting. Requires 40 hours of work per semester credit hour. Prerequisite: Senior standing. Restricted to Sociology, or Gerontology major or minor, and approval of advisor. The student must contact advisor the semester before internship is desired. Credit may not be earned in both SOWK 4984 or 4994 and SOC 4993. Graded Pass/Fail.
  
  • SOSC 2351 - Studies in the Social Sciences

    Designed to explore topics and issues of relevance to the Social Sciences that are not normally covered in traditional courses.  Not for major credit.  Course may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of three hours credit.   Graded Pass/Fail.
  
  • SOSC 2352 - Studies in the Social Sciences #

    2 Hours. Designed to explore topics and issues of relevance to the Social Sciences that are not normally covered in traditional courses.  Not for major credit. Course may be repeated with difference topics for a maximum of 3 hours credit. Graded Pass/Fail.
  
  • SOSC 2353 - Studies in the Social Sciences #

    3 Hours. Designed to explore topics and issues of relevance to the Social Sciences that are not normally covered in traditional courses. Not for major credit. Course may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 3 hours credit. Graded Pass/Fail.
  
  • SOSC 4023 - Social Studies Methods for Secondary Teachers

    3 Hours. Restricted to students seeking certification in secondary social studies. An examination of the methods, materials, and concepts currently used in secondary social studies teaching.
  
  • SOSC 4051 - Field Study in Social Science

    1 Hours. Field studies in Social Science, using appropriate field methods. Not accepted for minor credit. Note: Travel fee for this course is established by the tour service. Graded Pass/Fail.
  
  • SOSC 4052 - Field Study in Social Science

    2 Hours. Field studies in Social Sciences, using appropriate field methods.  Not accepted for minor credit. Note: Travel fee for this course is established by the tour service. Graded Pass/Fail.
  
  • SOSC 4053 - Field Study in Social Science

    3 Hours. Field studies in Social Science, using appropriate field methods.  Not accepted for minor credit. Note: Travel fee for this course is established by the tour service. Graded Pass/Fail.
  
  • SOSC 4951 - Senior Seminar

    1 Hours. A comprehensive review of significant events, developments, and movements in American, world, and Oklahoma history, political science, geography, and economics to prepare teacher education candidates for the Oklahoma Teacher Competency Tests. Prerequisite: Restricted to Social Studies Education majors who plan to enroll in their final intern experience the next semester.
  
  • SOWK 2013 - Introduction to Social Work #

    3 Hours. This course introduces the development of the profession of social work. Within this context, a historical perspective of the development of the American social welfare system and the purpose and function of major social service programs is examined. The primary focus of the course is on the history, values, ethics, roles, and methods of the social work profession, including an awareness of diverse populations.
  
  • SOWK 3013 - Interviewing Skills for Generalist Practice

    3 Hours. This is a practice skill course for majors designed to acquaint students with the basic tool (interviewing) of general social work practice, with an emphasis upon self-awareness, communication with diverse populations, and skill development in engaging and assessing client systems through the interview process. Restricted to Social Work and Pre-Social Work majors.
  
  • SOWK 3023 - Family Social Work

    3 Hours. This course presents a broad overview of conducting generalist social work practice with families and introduces students to phases of practice, family systems, assessments, and interventions.  The course further emphasizes student development of knowledge, values and skills in micro, mezzo and macro levels, as well as, awareness of the NASW Code of Ethics.  The course also includes developing an awareness of diverse populations.
  
  • SOWK 3401 - Honors Research I

    1 Hours. Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Junior standing or above.
  
  • SOWK 3402 - Honors Research II

    2 Hours. Research and development of scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Junior standing or above.  SOWK 3401 
  
  • SOWK 3873 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment I #

    3 Hours. Introduction to an ecological model of human behavior as applied throughout the life cycle. Critically examines various theories of causation as they relate to functional and dysfunctional behaviors, and examines the impact of social stratification, especially by class, race, or sex, on human behavior. Prerequisite: Social work and pre-social work majors must complete SOWK 2013 and General or Human Biology. Biology may be taken concurrently with this course.
  
  • SOWK 3953 - Practice I

    3 Hours. Utilizing a systems approach to problem-solving, introduces student to the generalist orientation in social work practice and develops a beginning level of competence in social work modes of intervention with individuals and families. Prerequisite: SOWK 3873. Restricted to Social Work majors.
  
  • SOWK 4043 - Special Topics

    Designed to explore social work and social welfare issues in greater depth, in a formal academic setting, than is possible in other structured courses offered in social work. May be repeated with different topics to a maximum of nine hours credit.
  
  • SOWK 4113 - Chemical Dependency

    3 Hours. The course focuses on the twelve core functions of a substance abuse counselor and the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of a professional social worker in the substance abuse field.
  
  • SOWK 4123 - Domestic Violence

    3 Hours. Students examine the definitions and scope of family violence in today’s society including prevalence, etiology, myths, and dynamics of child physical abuse, incest, rape, sibling violence, intimate partner violence (IPV), and elder abuse and neglect.  The course includes a review of the issues, policies, programs, and services aimed at remedying and eliminating violence in the home.
  
  • SOWK 4133 - Human Rights

    3 Hours. This course examines how the ideas and issues of human rights can assist in the development of economic and social justice, and serve as a strategy for social change.  The document, Universal Declaration of Human rights and other documents such as the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples will also be discussed.  The current state of international human rights law is viewed as a social construct and a motivator to move people to action for the fulfillment of well-being and multiple human needs of global citizens. To facilitate critical inquiry, multiple teaching methods are used.  Elements of general social work practice, the NASW Code of Ethics and relevant theories, such as, social systems theory are included.
  
  • SOWK 4143 - Sexism & Violence Against Women

    3 Hours. the course defines sexism and the roots of sexism.  It also presents an overview of the continuum of violence against women, both nationally and globally, including women’s institutional status, psychological wounding, gendered communication, economic assults, controlling women’s bodies, pornography and prostitution, sexual harassment, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, female genital mutilation, dowry payments, religious abuse, foot-binding, and other topics.

     

     

  
  • SOWK 4313 - Social Work Research #

    3 Hours. An introduction to the rationale and use of social research methods. Course utilizes the techniques of problem formulation, data collection, and data analysis in survey, experimental, evaluative, field research, and the single subject design. Examines the National Association of Social Workers’ Code of Ethics as it relates to research.  Prerequisite: SOWK 3953 Restricted to social work majors. Dual-listed: SOC 4313
  
  • SOWK 4401 - Honors Research IV

    1 Hours. All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity.  All other students are expected to attend. Prerequisite: SOWK 4402   Honors Students,
  
  • SOWK 4402 - Honors Research III

    2 Hours. Completion of honors thesis, artistic composition or other scholarly activity. Prerequisite: SOWK 3402  Honors student, Senior standing.
  
  • SOWK 4513 - Child Maltreatment

    3 Hours. This course focuses on the theoretical, methodological, and controversial issues related to the study of child maltreatment.  History, definitions, and laws associated with child maltreatment are presented.  It examines the dynamics, indicators, and consequences of the various types of maltreatment.  The course considers the key issues in responding to child maltreatment and how professionals can advance the field of maltreatment and what they can do to help prevent the abuse and neglect of children.  Oklahoma’s Child Welfare Practice Model, laws, and definitions will be a micro focus of the course.
  
  • SOWK 4523 - Child Welfare

    3 Hours. This course examines the development and scope of family and child welfare services, with emphasis on the child’s role in a family system.  The impact of institutional and societal forces on family systems, and the role of social workers in this interaction are explored, particularly as they affect outcomes for children.

     

     

  
  • SOWK 4533 - Youth Offenders

    3 Hours. This course is designed to explore various factors affecting the juvenile population that are involved with the legal system emphasizing the relationship between mental health issues and delinquent behaviors, examining external influences that predispose youth to becoming involved in the legal system and exploring ethical issues related to working with juveniles.  Throughout this course the importance and effectiveness of prevention, intervention and treatment will be addressed in relationship to the role of a social worker.
  
  • SOWK 4613 - Human Diversity and Social Work #

    3 Hours. Critically examines theoretical frameworks, empirical findings, and problem-solving strategies and their effectiveness in providing social services to culturally-diverse populations. Effects of color or gender-based discrimination are analyzed in the stress-framework, with a focus on the strengths and resources developed within the minority experience.
  
  • SOWK 4623 - Social Work with the Elderly #

    3 Hours. Develops a social systems perspective for working with the elderly. Examines intervention strategies for working with both individuals and institutions or organizations, and examines issues and policies that enhance or impede social and economic justice of the elderly.
  
  • SOWK 4633 - Family and Child Welfare Services #

    Examines the development and scope of family and child welfare services, with emphasis on the child’s role in a family system. The impact of institutional and societal forces on family systems, and the role of social workers in this interaction are explored, particularly as they affect outcomes for children.
  
  • SOWK 4643 - Case Management #

    3 Hours. An introduction to the practice of case management as a social work method of providing services whereby a professional social worker assesses the needs of the client and the client’s family, when appropriate, and arranges, coordinates, monitors, evaluates, and advocates for the package of multiple services to meet the specific client’s complex needs.
  
  • SOWK 4673 - Practice II

    3 Hours. A continuation of Social Work Practice I, this course emphasizes social work interventions with groups. Course develops additional knowledge, values, and skills for generalist social work practice with diverse populations. Theories are linked to practice interventions. Prerequisite: SOWK 3953 Restricted to Social Work majors.
  
  • SOWK 4733 - Practice III

    3 Hours. This course introduces students to a theoretical framework for analyzing programs and organizations utilizing knowledge, values, and skills of generalist social work practice. Concentration will be on social work practice occurring with programs, communities, and organizations. Restricted to Social Work majors.
  
  • SOWK 4741 - Independent Study

    1 Hours. Contracted independent study for topic not currently offered in regularly scheduled courses. May include library and/or field projects. Prerequisite: Social Work major or minor and permission of instructor. May be repeated with different topics to a maximum of three (3) hours credit.
  
  • SOWK 4751 - Workshop

    1 Hours. An opportunity to study in depth an issue in Social Work of current significance, either in seminar or field trip situations. May be repeated with different topics to a maximum of six hours credit.
  
  • SOWK 4863 - Social Policy #

    3 Hours. Introduces the student to social welfare policy issues with emphasis in the areas of health and mental health, families and children, and economic security. It provides a beginning knowledge base for professional practice roles in the analysis, formulation, and implementation of policy, and emphasizes the need for social reform through policy advocacy.
  
  • SOWK 4873 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment II #

    3 Hours. A study of the social systems’ theoretical model and knowledge of human bio-psycho-social development of persons in the environment. Includes other theories and knowledge about social systems in which individuals live (families, groups, organizations, communities and institutions). Application of critical thinking enhances an understanding of the interactions between human behavior in relation to social, cultural, and economic forces. Prerequisite: SOWK 3873. Restricted to Social Work majors.
  
  • SOWK 4962 - Senior Seminar

    2 Hours. A capstone course that enables students to integrate that which they have learned in the social work curriculum and evaluate their preparation for engaging in entry level generalist social work practice in multicultural environments. Prerequisite: SOWK 4984 and Senior standing. Restricted to Social Work majors.
  
  • SOWK 4984 - Social Work Practicum I & Seminar

    4 Hours. Designed to integrate theoretical concepts with applied learning experience in an approved human services agency. Students complete a minimum of 220 hours in the agency, and concurrently attend a weekly seminar on campus that is intended to integrate the knowledge, values and skills of generalist social work practice. Prerequisite: SOWK 3953. Graded Pass/Fail. Restricted to senior social work majors. Approval required.
  
  • SOWK 4994 - Social Work Practicum II & Seminar

    Builds upon Practicum I to complete the applied learning experience necessary for entry level competency in generalist social work practice. Course is designed to integrate theoretical concepts with applied learning experience in an approved human service agency. Students complete a minimum of 220 hours in the agency and concurrently attend a weekly seminar on campus that is intended to integrate knowledge, values and skills of generalist social work practice. Prerequisite: SOWK 4984. Graded Pass/Fail. Restricted to Senior Social Work majors. Approval required.
  
  • SPAN 1113 - Elementary Spanish I #

    3 Hours. Students are introduced to the Spanish language and to Hispanic cultures. Course activities foster the development of all three modes of communication (interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational) and all four language domains (listening,reading, speaking, and writing).    Native and heritage speakers of Spanish and students who studied the language in high school should contact the department for appropriate placement.
  
  • SPAN 1123 - Elementary Spanish II #

    3 Hours. This course is a continuation of the study of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures.  Students continue to develop all three modes of communication (interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational) and all four language domains (listening, reading, speaking, and writing). Prerequisite: SPAN 1113. Native and heritage speakers of Spanish and students who studied the language in high school should contact the department for appropriate placement
  
  • SPAN 2011 - Seminar #

    1 Hours. These courses in Spanish language emphasize individual needs. Course approach may involve lectures, research and/or travel. Prerequisite: Instructor permission Any combination of courses may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
  
  • SPAN 2012 - Seminar #

    2 Hours. These courses in Spanish language emphasize individual needs. Course approach may involve lectures, research and/or travel. Prerequisite: Instructor permission Any combination of courses may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
  
  • SPAN 2013 - Seminar #

    3 Hours. These courses in Spanish language emphasize individual needs.  Course approach may involve lectures, research and/or travel. Prerequisite: Instructor permission Any combination of courses may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
  
  • SPAN 2113 - Intermediate Spanish I #

    3 Hours. Students continue the study of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures, building on the skills and knowledge acquired during the two elementary courses.  Students continue to develop all three modes of communication (interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational) and all four language domains (listening, reading, speaking and writing). Prerequisite: SPAN 1123
  
  • SPAN 2123 - Intermediate Spanish II #

    3 Hours. This course ia a continuation of the study of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures, building on the skills and knowledge acquired during earlier courses.  Students continue to develop all three modes of communication (interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational) and all four language domains ( listening, reading, speaking, and writing), with additional emphasis on reading assignments and the study of culture.  Prerequisite: SPAN 2113
  
  • SPAN 2313 - Intermediate Spanish Conversation#

    3 Hours. Focuses on enhancing interpersonal and presentational speaking skills in culturally appropriate contexts and tasks at the intermediate level of proficiency.  Also builds student skills in functions needed to attain an advanced level of proficiency. Prerequisite: SPAN 2113
  
  • SPAN 2991 - Special Topics #

    1 Hours. This series of courses provides specialized study of Spanish language or Hispanic culture.  Prerequisite: Instructor permission Any combination of this series with different course topics may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
  
  • SPAN 2992 - Special Topics #

    2 Hours. This series of courses provides specialized study of Spanish language or Hispanic culture. Prerequisite: Instructor permission Any combination of this series with different course topics may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
  
  • SPAN 2993 - Special Topics #

    3 Hours. This series of courses provides specialized study of Spanish language or Hispanic culture. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. Any combination of this series with different course topics may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
  
  • SPAN 3113 - Advanced Composition & Conversation I #

    3 Hours. Students progress from an intermediate toward an advanced level of proficiency in spoken and written Spanish.  Culture-focused units include interpersonal and presentational speaking tasks, informal and formal writing assignments, and the review of key grammar concepts. Prerequisite: SPAN 2123
  
  • SPAN 3123 - Advanced Composition and Conversation II #

    3 Hours. This course continues the development of speaking and writing skills to assist students in progressing from an intermediate to an advanced level of proficiency.  Culture-focused units include interpersonal and presentational speaking tasks, informal and formal writing assignments, and the review of more complex grammar concepts. Prerequisite: SPAN 3113
  
  • SPAN 3223 - Latino Cultures of the US #

    3 Hours. Course provides an overview of the cultural themes, key historical events, political and social issues, and artistic and literary development of US Latinos of Mexican, Caribbean, and Central American origin.  It includes short lectures, multimedia use, reading and discussion of literary and informative texts, locally based research or service-learning projects, and oral presentations. Prerequisite: SPAN 2123
  
  • SPAN 3401 - Honors Research I

    1 Hours. Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Junior standing or above.
  
  • SPAN 3402 - Honors Research II

    2 Hours. Research and development of scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Junior standing or above,  SPAN 3401 
  
  • SPAN 3503 - Introduction to Hispanic Literature #

    3 Hours. Students read selected Hispanic literary texts from a variety of historical periods and genres. The course stresses the development of reading strategies and the use of the basic terms and techniques of literary analysis.  Prerequisite: SPAN 2123
  
  • SPAN 4043 - Methods of Teaching World Languages

    3 Hours. This course is an introduction to first- and second- language acquisitions theory and current second-language instructional strategies for both elementary school and secondary-level world language courses.  It includes curricular planning based on national and state standards, instructional practices to assist diverse students in meeting these standards, and age- and level-appropriate assessment methods. Prerequisite: SPAN 2123, 3 hours of upper-division Spanish, and admission to Teacher Education program.
  
  • SPAN 4123 - Advanced Spanish Grammar #

    3 Hours. Students review the major concepts of Spanish grammar and study complex structures in-depth.  Course activities include writing and translation exercises, grammatical analysis of authentic literacy and informative texts, and language comparisions.  Prerequisite: SPAN 2123 and 3 hours of upper-division Spanish.
  
  • SPAN 4213 - Culture and Civilization of Spain #

    3 Hours. Students study the culture, civilization, and history of the Spanish people, with emphasis on cultural themes and on the historical, political, intellectual, artistic, and social development of the Iberian Peninsula.  The course includes lectures, multimedia use, reading and discussion of cultural and historical texts, research projects, and oral presentations.  Prerequisite: SPAN 2123 and 3 hours of upper-division Spanish.
  
  • SPAN 4223 - Culture and Civilization of Spanish America #

    3 Hours. Students examine the cultures, civilizations, and history of Spanish America with emphasis on cultural themes and on the historical, political, intellectual, artistic, and social development of Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.  Includes lectures, multimedia use, reading and discussion of cultural and historical texts, research projects, and oral presentations. Prerequisite: SPAN 2123 and 3 hours of upper-division Spanish.
  
  • SPAN 4331 - Special Topics #

    1 Hours. This series of courses provides specialized study of Spanish language or Hispanic culture or literature.  Prerequisite: SPAN 2123 and 3 hours of upper-dividion Spanish. May be repeated with different topics for six (6) hours maximum credit.
  
  • SPAN 4332 - Special Topics #

    2 Hours. This series of courses provides specialized study of Spanish language or Hispanic culture or literature. Prerequisite: SPAN 2123 and 3 hours of upper-division Spanish. May be repeated with different topics for six (6) hours maximum credit.
  
  • SPAN 4333 - Special Topics #

    3 Hours. This series of courses provides specialized study of Spanish language or Hispanic culture or literature. Prerequisite: SPAN 2123 and 3 hours of upper-division Spanish. May be repeated with different topics for six (6) hours maximum credit.
  
  • SPAN 4401 - Honors Research IV

    1 Hours. All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity. All other students are expected to attend.   Prerequisite: Honors student,  SPAN 4402 
  
  • SPAN 4402 - Honors Research III

    2 Hours. Completion of honors theses, artistic composition or other scholarly activity.  Prerequisite: Honors student,  Senior standing, SPAN 3402  
  
  • SPAN 4411 - Seminar #

    1 Hours. This course is a focused study in Spanish language and literature, with emphasis on individual needs. Prerequisite: SPAN 2123 and 3 hours of upper-division Spanish. Any combination of this series may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
  
  • SPAN 4412 - Seminar #

    2 Hours. This course is a focused study in Spanish language and literature, with emphasis on individual needs. Prerequisite: SPAN 2123 and 3 hours of upper-division Spanish. Any combination of this series may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
  
  • SPAN 4413 - Seminar #

    3 Hours. This course is a focused study in Spanish language and literature, with emphasis on individual needs. Prerequisite: SPAN 2123 and 3 hours of upper-division Spanish. Any combination of this series may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
  
  • SPAN 4503 - Survey of Spanish Literature #

    3 Hours. A survey of the major works of Pennisular Spanish literature from the Middle Ages to the present day. Lectures, reading and discussion of a variety of literary texts of different genres, oral presentations, and essays. Prerequisite: SPAN 2123 and SPAN 3503.
  
  • SPAN 4553 - Survey of Spanish-American Literature #

    3 Hours. A survey of the major works of Spanish-American Literature from the pre-Hispanic era to the present day. Lectures, reading and discussion of a variety of literary texts of different genres, oral presentations, and essays. Prerequisite: SPAN 2123 and SPAN 3503.
  
  • SPAN 4573 - Survey of Spanish Linguistics #

    3 Hours. This course introduces the phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics of the Spanish language, with an overview of the history of the language and the major dialectical variations of Spanish as a world language. Prerequisite: SPAN 2123 and 3 hours of advanced Spanish.
  
  • SPAN 4951 - Senior Seminar #

    1 Hours. This capstone course includes discussion of major topics and themes in Hispanic culture and the development of individual research projects with a written component and a presentation.  Students also prepare a portfolio of assessment artifacts and complete an ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI).  Prerequisite: Senior standing, at least 30 hours in the major.  Instructor permission Required of all Spanish B.A. and B.A. Ed. majors.
  
  • SPED 3113 - Survey of Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

    3 Hours. Review of the history of intellectual disabilities, study of classification, diagnosis, characteristics, and etiology of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Prerequisite: Minimum 2.5 GPA
  
  • SPED 3313 - American Sign Language I #

    3 Hours. Introduction to American Sign Language which includes the development of receptive and expressive skills in authentic situations; an introduction to the Deaf culture.  Emphasis will be on acquiring elementary conversational skills through targeted grammar, syntax, and vocabulary.  The importance of nonverbal factors will be incorporated through the use of gestures, pantomime, body language, and eye training. 
  
  • SPED 3323 - American Sign Language II #

    3 Hours. American Sign Language II is a continuation of the study of American Sign Language I.  This course further develops receptive and expressive skills in ASL for authentic situations and continues the study of Deaf culture.  This includes an expanded emphasis on expressive skills to begin the development of American Sign language fluency. Prerequisite: SPED 3313 (formerly EDUC 4813) is required with a grade of “C” or better or permission of instructor. 
  
  • SPED 3401 - Honors Research I

    1 Hours. Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Junior standing or above.
  
  • SPED 3402 - Honors Research II

    2 Hours. Research and development of scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Junior standing or above, SPED 3401.
  
  • SPED 4063 - Behavior Management of Individuals with Exceptionalities

    3 Hours. Considers the principles and procedures of behavioral adaptation of children with exceptionalities. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EDUC 3313 and minimum 2.5 GPA.
  
  • SPED 4073 - Curriculum Modification for Individuals with Exceptionalities

    3 Hours. Implementation and writing of IEPs and curriculum modification for individuals in special education. Prerequisite: SPED 3113, 4133, 4553, minimum 2.5 GPA and must be fully admitted to Teacher Education.
  
  • SPED 4133 - Survey of Individuals with Learning Disabilities

    3 Hours. Review of the history of learning disabilities, study of identification, diagnosis, etiology, cognitive processing, and interventions, modifications and accommodations for individuals with learning disabilities. Prerequisite: Minimum 2.5 GPA; fully admitted to Teacher Education
  
  • SPED 4213 - Foundations, Future Trends, and Current Issues in Special Education

    3 Hours.

    Foster understanding of the contributions of historical features, legal aspects, analysis of current/future trends and issues related to special education.  An understanding toward the characteristics of varying disabilities, student Individualized Educational Plans (IEP), and the current identification and assessment process involving Response to Intervention (RTI).  Classroom assessment, IEP progress monitoring, and accountability assessment will also be addressed.   Prerequisite: Pre-requisite: 2.75 GPA or higher and successful completion (grade C or better) or concurrent enrollment in EDUC 3113 and EDUC 3313. 

  
  • SPED 4223 - Instructional Design and Curriculum for Students with Disabilities

    3 Hours. Provide an overview of principles of instructional design, student characteristics and assessment with consideration for Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Emotional and Behavioral Disorders and Other Health Impairments.  Knowledge of research-based instruction, knowledge and skill in using data collection to make decisions about IEP’s and student progress, instruction, program, accommodations and teaching methodology for students with disabilities will be shared. 

    Prerequisite: Pre-requisite: 2.75 GPA or higher and successful completion (grade C or better) or concurrent enrollment in EDUC 3113, EDUC 3313, AND SPED 4213. 

  
  • SPED 4233 - Instructional Strategies for Students with Disabilities

    3 Hours. Develop instructional strategies and effective techniques for teaching students with disabilities in a variety of general and special education settings.  Course objectives target remediation and progression of skills focused around an academic curriculum for students with disabilities.  Special emphasis will be on reading remediation and the development of language arts instructional methods for students with disabilities.  An observational field experience will be included in order to experience developing a Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan.  

      Prerequisite: Pre-requisite: 2.75 GPA or higher and successful completion (grade C or better) in EDUC 3113, EDUC 3313, AND SPED 4223.

 

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