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Subject Catalog Number Course Title Course Description Summer 2013 Fall 2013 ADSU 5010 Prof Preparation Sem Prerequisite: An approved, signed degree or certification plan on file in the SoE. This course is designed to assist students in the principal certification program to understand the state certification standards for successful entry into their chosen educational field. This course may be waived upon evidence of candidate earning a passing score on the TExES. Completion of the course is dependent upon candidates passing all state assessments required for their degree/certification plan. Offered Offered ADSU 5931 Rsch Topics In Educ Leadership Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A ADSU 5939 Indt Study In Educ Leadership Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A N/A ADSU 6030 Introduction to Educational Le The course content has been approved by the Texas Education Agency and meets the guidelines for Instructional Leadership Development required for Administrators and Supervisors. This course focuses on principles and skills of educational leadership necessary to facilitate continuous campus improvement including data-driven decision making, curriculum, instruction, assessment, developmental supervision, professional development, community partnerships, communication, organizational management, and evaluation. Offered Offered ADSU 6130 Administrative Systems Prerequisites: ADSU 6030. Technological applications for school administrative systems focusing on communication presentation and management systems. N/A N/A ADSU 6132 Curriculum This course is designed to prepare building-level leaders to understand national and State of Texas practices and theory related to legal curricular issues as well as the design and alignment, implementation, analysis, and methods of evaluation of school curriculum and school curricular programs. Offered Offered ADSU 6233 Principalship Application of interpersonal, technical, human and conceptual skills required of building-level administrators to engage in organizational vision-building, decision-making, problem-solving and effective leadership in learning environments; study of leadership approaches for use with various school constituencies. Offered Offered ADSU 6235 Admn Of Special Programs Prerequisite: ADSU 6030. Program planning, implementation, evaluation, and improvement through study and development of special programs that meet local, state, and national needs and requirements. N/A N/A ADSU 6237 Student Legal Matters This course addresses school law as it relates to student issues as well as legal requirements related to the implementation and maintenance of special programs that meet local, state and national needs and requirements. Prerequisite: ADSU 6030 N/A N/A ADSU 6333 Instructional Leadership This course is designed to prepare building-level administrators to advocate, nurture, and sustain an instructional program and campus culture that are conducive to student learning and staff professional growth. Students are required to conduct in-depth research on professional growth and/or development as it relates to formative evaluation. Prerequisite: ADSU 6030; ADSU 6434 or ADSU 6533. N/A N/A ADSU 6432 Management Theory Prerequisite: ADSU 6030. Adaptations of the fundamentals of management to program development, personnel and fiscal resources. N/A N/A ADSU 6434 Administration of School Perso This course follows the official guidelines for training appraisers as required for the Texas Professional Development and Appraisal System. It is designed to apply legal requirements for all aspects of personnel management as well as prepare building-level administrators for legal issues related to teachers and employees. Prerequisite: ADSU 6030 N/A N/A ADSU 6436 School Resource Management Fundamentals of planning, cost accounting, quantitative evaluation of needs and resources, and application of prudent business practices to school finance. Offered Offered ADSU 6437 School Law This course addresses state and federal school law and court decisions affecting the authority, responsibilities, liabilities and appeals related to the operations of public school systems and student issues as well as legal requirements related to the implementation and maintenance of special programs that meet local, state and national needs and requirements. Offered Offered ADSU 6533 Appraisal Of Teaching Prerequisite: ADSU 6030 . The course follows the official guidelines for training appraisers as required for the Texas Teacher Appraisal System. Candidates are also required to do in-depth research on professional growth and/or development as it relates to evaluation. Offered Offered ADSU 6537 Interpersonal Communication Prerequisite: ADSU 6030. This course, designed for candidates of school administration, will focus on understanding different communication styles, developing skills for speaking and listening effectively, improving written communications and mastering the steps of effective group presentations. N/A N/A ADSU 6538 Program,Policy And Politics Prerequisites: ADSU 6030. Study of local, state, and national policy and politics as instruments of program change, development, control, and reform. Emphasis given to the role of the principal in school policy matters. Field experiences required. N/A N/A ADSU 6638 School Community Relations Prerequisite: ADSU 6030. Application of interpersonal skills in campus leadership; study of leadership approaches for use with various school constituencies. Required for principal certification. N/A N/A ADSU 6735 Leadership Research Seminar Prerequisite: Must be taken during the final six hours of the ADSU Master's Program. Demonstration of acquired competency through research on current educational leadership topics. This capstone experience provides a rich opportunity to demonstrate the inter-relatedness of theory and practice. N/A N/A ADSU 6739 Graduate Practicum Prerequisite: Administrative Core courses, approval of Associate Dean, successful completion of ADSU 5010 and evidence of passing Principal TExES. Supervised internship in an approved educational environment. Written and oral reports required. N/A Offered COUN 5000 COUN 5000 Level Elective COUN 5000 Level Elective N/A N/A COUN 5010 Prof Prep Seminar Prerequisites: COUN 5231, 5432, 6532, 6731 and an approved, signed degree or certification plan on file in the SoE. This course is designed to assist students in the School Counselor Certification Program to understand the state certification standards for successful entry into their chosen educational field. Completion of this course is dependent upon candidates passing all state assessments required for their degree/certification plan. N/A N/A COUN 5034 Comm Collab in Counseling Prerequisite: Admission to Counseling Program. This course focuses on the establishment of partnerships and recognition of community resources to meet the needs of diverse populations. Field experiences required. N/A N/A COUN 5035 Adv Int Skills in Div Settings Prerequisites: COUN 6030 and COUN 6435. This course will examine the implications of cross cultural differences and similarities as well as the enhancement of interpersonal counseling skills required for professionals working within a diverse setting. Field experiences required. N/A N/A COUN 5131 Counseling for Lifespan Dev Prerequisite: Admission to Counseling Program. Addresses child development, including bio-social, cognitive, and psychosocial changes and issues that arise during the school years that may require counseling support. N/A Offered COUN 5231 Principles Of Counseling Prerequisite: Admission to Counseling Program. History, principles, services and theoretical development of guidance. Development of basic counseling skills Offered Offered COUN 5432 Theories Of Counseling Prerequisite: COUN 5231. Current theories of counseling and their applications to practice. Offered Offered COUN 5739 Counseling Practicum I Prerequisite: Completion of all core courses, admission to Counseling Program and approval of instructor and Associate Dean. Restricted to candidates with degree or certification plans in counseling. Counseling of bona fide clients in a supervised setting. N/A Offered COUN 5931 Topics in Counseling Prerequisite: COUN 5231. Identified by specific title each time course is offered. Offered N/A COUN 5939 Indt Study In Counseling Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A N/A COUN 6030 Multicultural Found for Coun Prerequisite: Admission to the Counseling Program. This course will review the social, cultural and legal issues related to counseling diverse populations in the United States. Offered Offered COUN 6031 Technology Appl for Counselors Prerequisite: Admission to the Counseling Program. This course instructs the counselor on using computers and related programs/software to facilitate research, communication, reports and presentations for counselors. N/A Offered COUN 6032 Stats and Meas for Counselors Prerequisite: Admission to the Counseling Program. This course will examine both formal and informal procedures for collecting and analyzing data, principles of measurement and descriptive statistics. Offered Offered COUN 6033 Res Des & Analysis for Coun Prerequisite: COUN 6032. This course will enable the counselor to design, analyze and apply counseling research techniques, both qualitative and quantitative. Offered Offered COUN 6232 Assessment Issues Couns Prerequisites: COUN 6032 or EDUC 6032 and admission to the counseling program. Review of the most common psychological tests used. Basic principles of psychological report writing and interpretation. Offered Offered COUN 6334 Career Develop & Counseling Prerequisite: COUN 6032 or EDUC 6032; and admission to Counseling Program. Review of theories, sources of information, methods for appraisal, and counseling techniques related to the career development process throughout the lifespan. Offered Offered COUN 6435 Pre-Practicum In Counseling Prerequisites: COUN 5231, COUN 5432 and admission to Counseling Program; cannot be taken concurrently with COUN 6532. Pre-practicum development of advanced counseling skills and case management documents in a supervised setting. Offered Offered COUN 6531 Counseling Spc Populations Prerequisites: COUN 5131,5231. Course will prepare counselors to provide services to clients with special needs; to review main approaches to defining psychological abnormalities; to become familiar with the DSM-IV-TR; to learn processes for making psychological diagnoses; to understand major causal theories of psychopathological disorders; to understand role of counselor in ARD/504 processes. Offered N/A COUN 6532 Group Counseling Prerequisite: COUN 5231, COUN 5432. Basic principles of group dynamics, process, theoretical applications, techniques, and leadership skills in an experiential setting. Offered N/A COUN 6533 Crisis Intervention Prerequisites: COUN 6532 or COUN 6435, or permission from the instructor. Knowledge of theory and methodology of crisis intervention. Development of skills that are applicable to specific situational crises. N/A Offered COUN 6534 Developmental School Counselin Prerequisites: COUN 6030, 6232, 6531, 6532, 6731 Offered N/A COUN 6731 Profes Seminar in Counseling Prerequisite: COUN 5231. Advanced topics including the latest research in counseling; emphasis on ethical, legal and professional issues. Offered N/A COUN 6739 Counseling Practicum II Prerequisites: COUN 5739 and approval of Associate Dean. Restricted to candidates with degree or certification plans in counseling. Supervised internship in an approved counseling environment; written and oral reports required. N/A Offered ECED 4000 ECED 4000 Elective N/A N/A N/A ECED 4031 Hst & Recnt Trnds - E C Prgrms Historical, societal, political, and economic factors that influence progressive early childhood programs and child services. Field experiences required. N/A N/A ECED 4032 Devlpng Comptence In Yng Chdrn Prerequisite: INST 3133 (for EC-4 students only) and TCED 4033 (for EC-6 students only) and ECED 4133 or approved equivalent. Focus on the relationship among the content areas, skills, concepts and practices that support early competence in young children. Integration of national and state teaching standards into curriculum planning is featured. Field experiences required. N/A Offered ECED 4033 Chd Guid & Clrm Mgt for Yg Ch Theories and strategies for guiding the behavior of young children (birth to age 5) inside and outside the classroom environment. Focus will be on effective strategies for behavior management including the role of problem solving, the classroom community and family involvement. Field experience required. N/A N/A ECED 4034 Nutrition, Health and Safety Study of nutrition, health, safety and related activities, including skill development in management of issues, guidelines and practices in nutrition, community health, hygiene and safety. Integration of these principles applies to a variety of EC-4 settings. Field experience required. N/A Offered ECED 4035 Literacy Development Birth- Ag This course will cover language and literacy development for children ages birth through age 5 including the beginning stages of reading and writing development, oral language development, parent involvement in literacy learning and appropriate curriculum for young children's literacy development. Field experience required. N/A N/A ECED 4036 Assessment of Young Children B This course will cover formal and informal assessment strategies appropriate for children ages birth through age 5. Assessment for children's cognitive, social, physical and motor development for cussiculum planning will be addressed as well as identifying children with developmental needs. Field experience required. N/A Offered ECED 4037 Mathematics and Science for Yo This course will cover mathematics and science concepts, as well as content methods and strategies for children birth-age five. Field experience required. Offered N/A ECED 4038 Creativity in Early Childhood This course explores the theory, content and practice of integrating the performing arts into the curriculum design and early learning environments. Emphasis is placed on aesthetic development of young children through play, visual art, music, movement and creative dramatics. N/A Offered ECED 4039 Advocacy and Parent Engagement This course focuses on the historical and current role of advocacy in Early Childhood Education, the development of advocacy skills, as well as collaboration with stakeholders such as parents, schools, communities and federal, state and local government leaders. Strategies for developing successful parent, school and community involvement programs will be analyzed. Field experience will be required. N/A Offered ECED 4131 Reading Dev in Young Children Prerequisite: LLLS 4131 and LLLS 4435. Focus on early language and literacy development of young children. Oral language development, beginning reading and writing strategies and family literacy are featured. Field experiences required. N/A Offered ECED 4133 Dvlpmntl Theories/Yng Chldr Focus on historic and current theories of children's learning and development. Offered Offered ECED 4134 Observ/Dev Assess of Yng Child Evaluation and uses of developmental and cognitive assessment instruments and their theoretical bases will be explored. Students will develop informal assessments of intellectual, language, social, physical and motor development of young children. Offered Offered ECED 4230 Play Focus on philosophy, research and applications of modern play and environments for play. Influences of play on child development, cognition, culture and overall health. The role of play in the early childhood curriculum will be emphasized. Field experiences required Offered N/A ECED 4231 Infants & Toddlers Overview of human development from prenatal stages through the first two years of life. Emphasis is placed on the interrelationship of cognitive, physical and social and emotional development in a variety of contexts and cultures. Appropriate curriculum and environments for the infants and toddlers to meet their unique learning and developmental needs. Field experiences required. N/A Offered ECED 4232 Cultl Awareness for Yng Child Focus on impact of diversity on development of young children. The influence of culture and social class on children's socialization and cognition will be discussed. Research and theories to support the development of minority children will be emphasized. N/A Offered ECED 4233 Preschool Curriculum Overview of integrated curriculum for children ages 3-5 including appropriate content, methodology, environment, materials and resources. Field experience is required. N/A N/A ECED 4234 Early Child Ldrshp & Prg Qual This course will cover the leadership skills necessary to go beyond individual programs to leadership in communities and in the field. The focus will be on collaboration, interconnections, relationships and program quality. Overarching themes include the importance of excellence and diversity in early childhood programs, and the role of vision and reflective practice in reaching these goals. N/A N/A ECED 4235 Early Childhood Program Develo This course introduces principles of basic programming and staffing, budgeting/financial management and marketing, and rules and regulations of diverse early childhood programs. Topics include program structure and philosophy, standards, finance, staff and organizational management. N/A Offered ECED 4332 Early Childhood Special Educ Prerequisite/co-requisite: SPED 4030 or SPED 5030. A study of atypical development in infants and young children with a focus on educational planning and programming. Field experience is required. N/A Offered ECED 4333 Adv Early Chdhd Spec Ed This course will extend key topics in early childhood special education presented in the SPED/ECED 4332 course, specifically strategies and techniques used by practitioners in early childhood special education settings serving children birth to age 5. The research-based topics will include sign language, picture exchange, communication systems, portfolios, social scripts/videos, music therapy, as well as other advanced strategies and techniques used in settings with young children with communication/language needs, social/behavioral needs, and cognitive needs. Field experiences required. N/A N/A ECED 4335 Children And Families Social contexts in which a child develops, the relationships of individuals in these social contexts and the interaction within and between cross-cultural contexts. Field experiences required. N/A Offered ECED 4737 Practicum I Supervised field experience in an approved early childhood educational setting. Permission of instructor required. Offered N/A ECED 4738 Practicum II Prerequisite: ECED 4737. Supervised field experience in an approved early childhood educational setting different from the Practicum I setting. Permission of the instructor required. Offered N/A ECED 4839 Indt Study In Eced Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A N/A ECED 4931 Topics In Eced Identified by title each time course is offered. N/A N/A ECED 5000 Early Childhood 5000 Level N/A N/A N/A ECED 5031 Teaching Young Children Exploration of curriculum models, programs and practices that nurture the intellectual growth and general development of young children. Field experiences required. N/A Offered ECED 5032 Community Prog For Young Child Focus is on studies of various school and community programs (and their underlying theoretical perspectives) that serve young children and families. Trends and issues in early childhood education will be explored. Field experiences required. N/A Offered ECED 5033 Guidance and Classrm Mgt EC6 This course explores theories and strategies for guiding young children's behavior in classroom and non-classroom settings. Focus will be on establishing effective discipline and management strategies which promote autonomy in young children. N/A N/A ECED 5038 Creative Arts in Early Childho This course explores the theory, content and practice of integrating the performing arts into the curriculum design and early learning environments. Emphasis is placed on aesthetic development of young children through play, visual art, music, movement and creative dramatics. N/A Offered ECED 5039 Early Childhood Advocacy: Teac This course focuses on the importance of the role of advocacy in Early Childhood Education. The development of advocacy skills, as well as the role of advocacy with stakeholders such as parents, schools, communities, federal, state and local governing agencies will be analyzed. Strategies for developing successful advocacy agendas will be investigated. N/A Offered ECED 5131 Creative Acvties For Yng Child Prerequisite: ECED 5031. Strategies for developing, implementing and evaluating creative and intellectually stimulating learning environments and curricula for young children. Field experiences required. N/A Offered ECED 5132 Literacy Dvmnt In Early Chldh Focus on language and emergent literacy development of young children including research and implications for practice. Field experiences required. N/A N/A ECED 5133 Math & Prob Solving/Yng Childr This course explores theories and models of problem solving and mathematics for children ages 3-9. Focus is on understanding, developing and implementing curriculum based on children's metacognitive procedures in mathematics and problem solving. N/A Offered ECED 5231 Play And The Developing Child Focus on research, philosophy and application of developmental play theory. Influence of play on physical growth, social relationships, emotional well-being, cognitive development and creative expression is reviewed. Field experience required. Offered N/A ECED 5331 Eval Of Dvlpmnt Of Yng Chldrn Prerequisite: ECED 5031. Overview of formal ad informal evaluation, including authentic assessment of young children's development. Assessment models that focus on physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language capabilities are reviewed. Field experiences required. N/A Offered ECED 5332 Infants & Yng Childrn W/Except Prerequisite: SPED 4030 or SPED 5030. A study of various educational models and methods for the assessment and service provision to infants and young children with special needs. Field experiences required. N/A Offered ECED 5333 Adv Stds of Exceptionalities Prerequisites: ECED 5332 OR SPED 5332. Advanced studies of the education of infants and young children with disabilities to include service coordination, assistive/adaptive technologies and health care issues. N/A N/A ECED 5335 Children, Family And Society Social contexts in which a child develops, the relationships of individuals in these social contexts, and the interaction within and between cross-cultural contexts. Field experience required. Offered N/A ECED 5336 Administration and Management Examination of principles of management and administration applied to early care and education programs with an emphsis on human resources, ethics, accreditation, legal concerns, and program evaluation. N/A N/A ECED 5737 Pract Infnts & Yng Child Disab Prerequisites: ECED/SPED 5332 and ECED/SPED 5333. Fieldwork with infants and/or young children with disabilities not limited to school, agency or privately funded programs. Offered N/A ECED 5931 Research Topics In Eced Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A ECED 5939 Indt Study In Eced Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A N/A ECED 6739 Early Childhood Education Prac Prerequisite: Approval of Associate Dean. Supervised internship in an early childhood setting. Offered Offered EDLS 7000 7000 Level EDLS Elective 7000 Level EDLS Elective N/A N/A EDLS 7010 Superintendent Prof Prep Sem Prerequisite: An approved, signed certification plan on file in the School of Education. This course is designed to assist students in the superintendent certification program to understand the State certification standards for successful entry into this educational field. Completion of the course is dependent upon candidates passing all state assessments required for their degree/certification plan. N/A Offered EDLS 7030 Dispute Resolution Designed to analyze various approaches in resolving disputes and to develop skills in helping to resolve disputes that may occur in managing responsibilities. The elements of arbitration, mediation and negotiations are included. Materials from educational, governmental and service organizations will be used. Offered N/A EDLS 7031 Quantitative Research I This is the first of a two-course sequence (with EDLS 7032) and focuses on quantitative techniques of inquiry that pertain to educational research and policy analysis. Using an integrated approach, students will study statistics; exploratory data analysis; sampling, survey and experimental design; naturalistic observation and inquiry; and interview and questionnaire design in the context of using research information in planning, change management, policy analysis and program management. Topics include inferential, descriptive, comparative, relational and non-parametric statistics. N/A N/A EDLS 7032 Quantitative Research II Prerequisite: EDLS 7031. This is the second of a two-course sequence (with EDLS 7031) and focuses on quantitative techniques of inquiry that pertain to educational research and policy analysis. Using an integrated approach, students will study statistics; exploratory data analysis; sampling, survey and experimental design; naturalistic observation and inquiry; and interview and questionnaire design in the context of using research information in planning, change management, policy analysis and program management. Topics include inferential, descriptive, comparative, relational and non-parametric statistics. N/A Offered EDLS 7033 Qualitative Research Prerequisite: EDLS 7031. Focuses on qualitative techniques of inquiry that pertain to educational research and policy analysis. Using an integrated approach, the students will study many of the same topics discussed in EDLS 7031, but from a qualitative perspective. N/A Offered EDLS 7034 Prof. Writing & Communication Addresses public writing and presentation skills. Course includes the study of creating case studies as well as reading, interpreting and discussing case studies; dissertation writing and other textural forms including press releases, speeches, newsletters and grants; developing skills for speaking and listening effectively with different audiences, as well as the effective use of technology in presentations; managing interactions with the media including interviews for print, radio and television. N/A Offered EDLS 7035 Intercultural Communication Focuses on the understanding of cultural issues that influence communication effectiveness with diverse populations. N/A Offered EDLS 7036 Spcl Pop-Early Child Education Overview of programs, trends, issues, policy, legal and ethical aspects, advocacy, assessment, curriculum planning, program development and family and community resources related to early childhood education. Field experience required. N/A N/A EDLS 7037 Special Pop-Special Education Overview of programs, trends, issues, policy, legal and ethical aspects, advocacy, assessment, curriculum planning, program development and evaluation, and family and community resources related to special education. Field experience required. N/A Offered EDLS 7038 Spcl Pop-Blngual and ESL Ed Overview of programs, trends, issues, policy, legal and ethical aspects, advocacy, assessment, curriculum planning, program development and evaluation, and family and community resources related to bilingual and ESL education. Field experience required. N/A N/A EDLS 7039 Special Populations-Synthesis This course will bring together collaborative knowledge and research from all three special population areas: Early Childhood Education, Special Education and Bilingual/ESL Education. Grant writing is featured. Field experience required. N/A N/A EDLS 7130 Program Evaluation Prerequisite: EDLS 7033. Addresses the evaluation of the effectiveness of programs and policies. Topics include purposes for evaluating; evaluator's role; evaluation structure, various design applications, including experimental, quasi-experimental and descriptive; indicators for effectiveness and program process; along with a series of components, including collection of quantitative and qualitative data, analysis and use of evaluation results in the decision-making process. Offered N/A EDLS 7131 Society, Language and Reading Prerequisite: EDLS 7035. Examines the impact of linguistic, cultural, and social variables on learning to read. N/A N/A EDLS 7132 Integrating Read into Curricul Examines current research and practice on integrating reading throughout the content area curriculum. N/A N/A EDLS 7133 Writing Workshop Classrm I Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EDLS 7134. Examines research based instructional strategies for improving writing in grades K-12. N/A N/A EDLS 7134 Writing Workshop Classrm II Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EDLS 7133. Examines research based instructional strategies for improving writing in grades K-12. N/A N/A EDLS 7135 Literacy Assess for Practition Prerequisites: Six hours from EDLS 7034 or EDLS 7131-7135. Assessment and diag of literacy disorders including dyslexia. N/A N/A EDLS 7136 Current Pedagogical Issues This course, in a seminar format, presents an analysis of current curricular and instructional issues in educational research. Course activities involve extensive review of student-selected research journal articles related to their individual research agenda. N/A N/A EDLS 7137 Advanced Models of Teaching In this course, students examine a variety of teaching models to extend their existing knowledge base of instructional strategies. Focus of examination will be on the following Models of Teaching: Concept Attainment, Inquiry Training, Synectics, Advance Organizers, Non-Directive Teaching, Group Investigation, Role Playing and Simulation. N/A N/A EDLS 7138 Curr Des: Dev, Imp, Eval Students will examine the impact of 21st Century National Standards on the development, implementation and evaluation of state and local curricula. N/A Offered EDLS 7139 Prof. Dev. Princ. in Practices This course examines current research-based strategies and techniques, e.g., workplace improvement, goals development, assessment models, motivational methods and skills transferability, for the effective plannig and implementation of professional development programs. N/A Offered EDLS 7230 COUNSELING SUPERVISION Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and 2 years experience as Licensed Professional Counselor or Certified School Counselor. Supervision models; supervisory relationship and counseling. N/A N/A EDLS 7231 Adv Crisis & Disaster Response Prerequisite: Permission from instructor and COUN 6533: Crisis Intervention. Addresses the creation of school safety plans, preventative/responsive preparation and to cope with pare N/A N/A EDLS 7232 Evaluating Counseling Program Prerequisite: EDLS 7130: Program Evaluation. Focuses on comparing/contrasting a district's current counseling program with the recommended state counseling curriculum and suggesting N/A N/A EDLS 7233 Counseling as a Profession Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and certification as a school counselor or Licensed Professional Counselor. Focuses on advanced work within the profession such as university N/A N/A EDLS 7238 Mktng of Ed Svc for Nonpft Org This course is designed to integrate concepts, practices, and skills for the effective marketing of services with attention to nonprofit organizations, e.g., educational entities. Through the use of readings, case studies, and projects, students will analyze environments and marketing mixes, and make decisions in the development of viable educational marketing strategies. Offered Offered EDLS 7330 Advanced Statistical Analysis Prerequisite: EDLS 7032. An advanced course in statistical methods. Topics may include analysis of variance techniques, planned and post hoc comparisons, and mixed designs, multiple correlation/regression techniques, including polynomials, analysis of interactions, dummy coding, and analysis of covariance. Current issues in the field involving the use/misuse of statistical analysis will be discussed. N/A Offered EDLS 7331 Advanced Qualitative Methods Prerequisite: EDLS 7033. Focus on analysis techniques beyond the constant comparative method. Discussion of system-level analysis and means of analyses useful for studies examining micro- and macro-level phenomena. Exposure to several advanced qualitative methodologies, including life history, arts-based research, qualitative evaluation and discourse analysis. N/A N/A EDLS 7332 Current Issues in Educaitonal Prerequisite: EDLS 7032. The application of reliability, validity, and practicality to the development, selection, use, and interpretation of tests and other measuring instruments. The interpretation and use of norms; standard scores, percentiles, quotients, and grade equivalents. An understanding of the role of measurement in evaluation, diagnosis, selection and placement is included. Offered N/A EDLS 7333 Survey Design Prerequisite: EDLS 7033. Development, construction, and validation of non-cognitive questionnaires, surveys, and interview protocols. Item constrution, analysis, and the development of subscales are discussed. Effects of sampling methodologies are examined. Survey environment selection effects will be discussed. Review recent research on survey design, with a focus on response rate improvement. N/A N/A EDLS 7636 Politics and School Finance Includes federal, state and local sources of funding; issues related to the distribution of moneys and local taxation policies; understanding the concepts and issues of bond elections, investments, debt service and risk management, analysis of the community power structure within the district, how national and state political forces affect local education policies. N/A Offered EDLS 7637 Personnel Management Covers the various aspects of administering personnel in the educational setting: rights and responsibilities of employees, contracts, collective bargaining, termination, advertising, recruiting, interviewing, hiring practices, staff development and creation of policies governing personnel. N/A N/A EDLS 7638 The Supt. and School Com Relat Approval of the Associate Dean/Admission to the Superintendent Certification Plan. Application of interpersonal skills in educational leadership; study of leadership approaches for use with various school constituencies. N/A Offered EDLS 7833 Superintendent Seminar Contemporary theory and issues in School Leadership. N/A N/A EDLS 7837 Superintendent Practicum Supervised internship in an approved educational environment. Written and oral reports required. N/A N/A EDLS 7931 Doc. Res. Topics Ed. Leadershi Identified by specific topic each time course is offered. N/A N/A EDLS 7939 Doc. Indep. Study Ed. Leadersh Prerequisites: Approval of instr and students doctoral committee. N/A N/A EDLS 8030 Organizational Leadership Prerequisite: EDLS 7034. Explores major philosophies and theories of leadership and their applications to successfully leading and managing educational organizations in community settings, especially ones with a diverse population. Topics include theories of organization and their implications for diagnosis and actions; managerial styles and their implications in addressing individual and group dynamics; values and ethics; cultural sensitivity; legal responsibilities; and effective decision making strategies for successful outcomes. Field experiences req. N/A Offered EDLS 8130 Strategic Plan & Sys Alignment Addresses components of systems theory, comprehensive strategic planning and modeling and organizational alignment. Topics include developing systems analysis, strategic and unit-level planning, contingency planning, integration of planning horizontally and vertically and alignment of planning with resources and assessment. Field experiences required. N/A Offered EDLS 8131 Policy, Know Mgt & Forecasting Prerequisite: EDLS 8130. Investigates the use of data systems for organizational management and policy development. Uses techniques of knowledge management systems, data mining and forecasting tools to effectively integrate diverse data sets, such as demographics, facilities needs, planning documents, assessment data, human resource data and financial data. Topics include the development and use of demographic models, GIS models, database design, forecasting tools and simulation tools. Field experiences req. N/A N/A EDLS 8132 Transition and Change Manageme Prerequisite: EDLS 8131. Explores the theory and research of change management as applied to enterprise-wide change, organizational transitions and processes. Topics include analysis of the various aspects of systemic change, such as change leadership, team building, process planning, accountability systems, succession management, data analysis, communication and survey tools, resource allocation, community relations and marketing of services. Field experiences required. Offered N/A EDLS 8230 Ethics, Values & Social Respon Identifies highest standards in professional collaboration, duty to stakeholders, the extent of professional responsibility extending beyond matters of designated and measurable accountability and commitment to the community served. The course merges the best of the technical literature by professional ethicists with an emphasis on practice and continuous improvement. N/A N/A EDLS 8330 Human Resources Administration Addresses various aspects of human resources leadership and management. Topics include federal/state laws, meaningful work environment; motivation and job satisfaction; effective and interactive employee communications; and relevant, ongoing professional development opportunities for self and for staff, highlighting lifelong learning. Discussions include the research and theory of adult learning (transformational learning); reflective practices; and mentoring. Field experiences required. Offered N/A EDLS 8430 Financial Resources Management Addresses financial management practices and problems of nonprofit organizations in the area of education, government and human services. Specific topics include financial accounting, preparation and interpretation of financial statements, financial analysis and cost accounting, budgeting, cost containment and retrenchment and financial planning. Field experiences required. Offered Offered EDLS 8530 Research Seminar Prerequisite: EDLS 7033: Focuses on challenging topics of leadership in educational settings. The main focus is on creating and maintaining effective schools. Educational leaders are invited to address current real-world problems that doctoral students would analyze in order to develop workable alternative solutions. The process works toward doctoral students developing viable research projects that could serve as relevant dissertation topics. Field experiences req. N/A Offered EDLS 8630 Administration in Higher Educa This course is designed to provide an overview of leadership and management principles and theories in higher education, i.e., universities and community colleges. Key topics will include governance structures, personnel roles and functions, communication systems, decision making processes, interpersonal relationships, curriculum development, funding, accountability, remediation, planning and budgetary operations. N/A N/A EDLS 8631 Student Affairs in Higher Educ This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of the impact of collegiate structures and environments on student development and learning. Key topics will include principles of student development, theories addressing the college student in the postsecondary setting, adult learning strategies, as well as administrative practices pertaining to recruitment, advisement, counseling, financial assistance, residential living, group organizations, and campus services. N/A N/A EDLS 8632 Law and Policy in Higher Educa This course is designed to provide legal and policy aspects of administration in higher education. Key topics will include admissions; student rights; personnel recruitment, hiring, supervision, evaluation, and career development; budgeting and control in planning; retrenchment; and property usage. N/A N/A EDLS 8633 Contemporary Issues in Higher This course is designed to identify and analyze critical questions, complex topics, and major trends facing higher education, and to arrive at alternative solutions in effectively responding to these multifaceted issues, such as accommodating discipline-specific developments, university governance structures, diversity in higher education, state and federal funding levels, and serving evolving societal needs while preserving the tradition of higher learning. N/A Offered EDLS 8939 Dissertation Prerequisites: Admission to candidacy for doctoral degree and consent of Doctoral Program Committee. Twelve (12) hours of dissertation count toward the program. Focuses on the activities necessary for the completion of the dissertation. Offered Offered EDLS 8969 Dissertation Prerequisites: Admission to candidacy for doctoral degree and consent of Doctoral Program Committee. Twelve (12) hours of dissertation count toward the program. Focuses on the activities necessary for the completion of the dissertation. N/A Offered EDLS 8999 Dissertation Prerequisites: Admission to candidacy for doctoral degree and consent of Doctoral Program Committee. Twelve (12) hours of dissertation count toward the program. Focuses on the activities necessary for the completion of the dissertation. N/A N/A EDUC 3000 3000 Level Education Elective 3000 Level Education Elective N/A N/A EDUC 4030 School and Community Historical, legal and philosophical foundations of education in American society. N/A Offered EDUC 4130 Theories of Educational Psycho A study of major theories of learning, motivation, cognition and moral development as they apply to professionals and learners, including constraints imposed by law, social policy and tradition. Offered Offered EDUC 4839 Independent Studies In Educ Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A N/A EDUC 4931 Selected Topics In Education Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A EDUC 5130 Cognition And Instruction To familiarize candidates with the theoretical foundation of cognitive psychology, the research protocols of cognitive science and the implication of each for classroom technology and instruction. N/A N/A EDUC 5931 Research Topics Prof Educ Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A EDUC 5939 Indt Study In Education Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A N/A EDUC 6032 Applied Statistics Application of descriptive and inferential statistics in education. Focuses on the calculation and use of measures of central tendency and variability, and presents statistical tools typically used in educational research including selected parametric and non-parametric techniques. Offered Offered EDUC 6033 Research Design And Analysis Prerequisite: EDUC 6032 or equivalent. Design, analysis, and application of educational research techniques, both qualitative and quantitative. Offered Offered EDUC 6839 Master's Project Research Prerequisites: EDUC 6033 or equivalent, 21 additional hours of approved degree course work, and approval of instructor and Associate Dean. Applied field research. May be repeated for credit. Offered N/A EDUC 6909 Master's Comp Exam Prerequisites: Approval of the Instructor and the Associate Dean. Students approved to take the Master's Comprehensive Examination and who have completed their required course work may register for this course in order to take the examination. N/A N/A EDUC 6939 Master's Thesis Research Prerequisites: EDUC 6033 or equivalent, 21 additional hours of approved degree course work, and approval of instructor and Associate Dean. May be repeated for credit. N/A N/A GEOG 3137 Global Geography Analysis of physical, economic, and political patterns of different world regions. Offered Offered GEOG 4030 Geography Of The Us And Canada Analysis of the interrelationships among physical, cultural, economic and political patterns in the United States and Canada. N/A Offered GEOG 4031 Urban Geography Examination of the interrelationships among physical geography and urbanization, the internal land utilization of cities, urban historical geography and central place theory. N/A N/A GEOG 4032 Geography Of Latin America Analysis of the physical, cultural, economic and political patterns of Latin America and its relationship to other world regions. N/A N/A GEOG 4033 Geography Of Texas Analysis of the diverse cultural, economic, environmental and political patterns of Texas. Exploration of the state's regional characteristics and of the spatial relationships with areas outside the state. Offered N/A GEOG 4034 Prin of Map Reading/Interpret A wide variety of maps including cognitive, thematic, topographic, weather and computer generated (GIS) maps are surveyed from the points of view of their interpretations and applications. Attention will be directed also to the history of cartography, the interpretation of air photos and NASA images and statistical graphs. No drafting background or artistic ability needed. N/A N/A GEOG 4131 Historical Geography An introduction to historical geography as a subfield of geography with an emphasis on the evolving patterns of land use and settlement in the United States from the pre-colonial period to the present. N/A N/A GEOG 4132 Human Geography Stresses the importance of human/environment relationships to a global society. Focuses on the world distribution of natural and human resources as they interrelate and provide character to places. N/A Offered GEOG 4133 Modern Physical Geography An identification of the geographical dimensions of ecosystems and earth's physical characteristics as it relates to the process, distribution patterns and implications for humans. N/A Offered GEOG 4134 Geographic Concepts & Skills Prerequisites: GEOG 3137, GEOG 4132 and GEOG 4133. Geographic concepts and skills which are connected with the new social studies curriculum and the appropriate teaching models, strategies and assessment. N/A N/A GEOG 4135 Political Geography The interrelationship between political activities and spatial distributions of world regions. Topics include the concept of state, political core regions, international spheres of influence and confrontations, boundaries and contemporary issues and problems. N/A N/A GEOG 4136 Economic Geography An analysis of the world distribution of fundamental occupations and commodities. N/A N/A GEOG 4137 Intern Political Economy Introduction to scientific study of international political economy, an interdisciplinary field that focuses on the interplay between politics and economics. Course topics include trade, monetary and fiscal policies, foreign direct investment, and development. N/A N/A GEOG 4231 Fundamentals of GIS An interdisciplinary introduction to the fundamentals of GIS as a method of organizing, displaying, and analyzing spatial data. The course also provides an introduction to basic cartographic conventions. N/A N/A GEOG 4232 Probs In Geog Info Systems Prerequisites: GEOG 3137, GEOG 4132 and GEOG 4133. A course designed specifically for advanced GIS candidates who will identify, interpret, analyze and evaluate a geographical problem. N/A N/A GEOG 4233 Advanced Geog Info Systems Prerequisites: GEOG 3137, GEOG 4132 and GEOG 4133. Analytical aspects of spatial data, analysis, and modeling. Theoretical and applied aspects are examined through a series of practical exercises and assignments. N/A N/A GEOG 4839 Indt Study In Geog Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. Offered N/A GEOG 4931 Selected Topics In Geog Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A Offered GEOG 5132 Urban Political Ecology Examination of our relationship with nature in cities with a focus on the political, economic, social and ecological processes that produce and support our varied urban environments. N/A N/A GEOG 5134 Geog Info Systems Graduate-level introduction to concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), cartography, remote sensing, and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) in the context of social and environmental problems. N/A N/A GEOG 5231 Approaches To Geographic Educ Geographic content knowledge is linked to teaching strategies and curriculum development. Content focus will address approaches designed to foster geographic knowledge, study skills and critical thinking. N/A N/A GEOG 5931 Research Topics In Geog Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A GEOG 5939 Indt Study In Geography Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A N/A INST 3133 Survey of Instructional Techn Prerequisite: Basic computer literacy**. Combines hands-on lab assignments and discussions through a student-centered approach. Candidates work with faculty to identify technology-related learning requirements, learning strategies and assessment criteria based on candidates' prior skills and interests. Candidates gain experience in the application of productivity tools, educational software, presentation graphics, multimedia, and telecommunication technologies. Offered Offered INST 4535 eLearning Prerequisite: Basic computer literacy**. Apply Internet knowledge and skills to design and develop learning enviornments on the Internet. Apply current research based strategies for effective Web-enhanced learning and the assessment of that learning. Demonstrate safe, legal and healthy use of the internet. N/A Offered INST 4537 Multimedia for Instruction Introduces students to topics of multimedia for the Web. Students will learn how to plan a multimedia Web site and design the user interface. Focus is on five multimedia elements: text, graphics, animation, sound, and video. Participants will design multimedia elements appropriate for integration in online learning environments. N/A Offered INST 4635 Web Development Prerequisite: Basic computer literacy**. This course examines the design, development, and distribution of electronic documents. Participants will learn the basic components of how Web documents are created, various design approaches for at a variety of user-friendly tools for web page development, how to include eye-catching graphics, interactive multimedia components, and sophisticated programming in a web page. N/A Offered INST 4839 Indt Study in Instruc Tech Prerequisite: Approval of instructor or Associate Dean. N/A N/A INST 4931 Selected Topics in Instr Tech Identified by title each time course is offered. N/A N/A INST 5011 Assist-Adapt Comp Apps Teaches the discipline and laws related to special education. Classroom models and resources will be created to support the design of instruction for students with disabilities. N/A N/A INST 5035 Creating Digital Resources Prerequisite: Basic computer literacy. In this introductory course, participants will learn about innovative trends in the field of instructional and communication technologies. Participants will create instructional products. N/A N/A INST 5130 Learning Theory and Instr Students will be able to identify and describe the salient characteristics that differentiate learning environments designed with each of several prominent contemporary theories of learning and cognitive science. They will apply each theory to one or several learning environments. N/A Offered INST 5131 Trends & Issues Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy**. In this introductory course, participants will learn about trends and issues affecting instructional design and technology in education, business and industry. Participants will create an eFolio template for voice, video, text and graphics. Offered Offered INST 5135 Multimedia for Design Appl This course introduces the instructional analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation and theoretical underpinnings of multimedia components as an instructional tool. The participants will design multimedia projects appropriate for online learning environments. N/A N/A INST 5233 Performance Technology This course enables learners to apply human performance improvement tools and techniques to identify performance problems and select potential solutions. Topics covered include: performance technology, non-instructional performance interventions, needs assessment and change management. N/A Offered INST 5333 Sys Design Of Tech-Based Instr The primary emphasis of this course is on the application of systematic procedures for designing training and instruction based on a combination of practical experience, and instructional systems design theory and research. A secondary emphasis will be on methods for instructional delivery including instructor-lead, print, computer and electronic network-based systems. N/A Offered INST 5433 Instl Des Proj Mgmt/Grnt Writ This course enables learners to plan and manage instructional design and development projects and write successful educational grant proposals. Students will also learn project management techniques, project management software, applications and resources for identifying educational grant opportunities. Offered Offered INST 5535 Internet for Instruction Prerequisite: Basic computer literacy**. Learners will plan and design on-line instructional materials and/or modules that effectively incorporate the Internet and address the social, ethical, legal and human factors affecting the Internet as a communication, professional development and lifeling learning tool. N/A N/A INST 5635 Inst Web Design & Development Students will learn to design and develop an instructional website by applying principles of educational psychology, communications theory and fundamental principles of message design to create tables, frames and interactive multimedia elements, and forms in web pages. N/A Offered INST 5735 Advanced Web Development Prerequisite: INST 5635. This course is for experienced HTML programmers seeking to expand Web skills. Topics include programming in ASP, DHTML, connecting forms to databases, server setup, maintenance and management, and other current tools and applications. The course requires hands-on activities, group work, and the design, development, and implementation of Web-based instructional modules. N/A N/A INST 5835 Digitl Vid Prod For Educ/Trnr This course covers basic "Digital Video" pre-production, production and post-production. Student will develop and use a final edited video in either a multimedia presentation, on a web site or in an instructional video tape. The course also provides opportunities to explore newer video formats such as DVD and streaming video. N/A Offered INST 5919 Indt Study in Instr Technology Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A N/A INST 5931 Rsrch Topics In Inst Computing RESEARCH TOPICS IN INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY Identified by title each time course is offered. N/A N/A INST 5939 Indt Study in Instr Technology Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. Offered N/A INST 6031 Applications of Technology Prerequisite: Basic computer literacy. Students will learn how to use interactive Internet-based software applications that facilitate the work of instructional designers, teachers, school administrators, and school counselors. Students engage in projects such as developing blogs, online courses, instructional videos, podcasts, rubrics, online tests, surveys, eportfolios, and organizing information. The history of instructional technology, learning theory as applied to instructional technology, and the principles of data processing are reviewed. Offered Offered INST 6037 Advanced Technology Appl Prerequisite: Basic Computer literacy. This course creates a variety of multimedia related concepts including desktop publishing, video production, web design, multimedia development and graphic design & animation. N/A Offered INST 6137 Tech And eLearning Prerequisite: INST 6437. The purpose of this course is to link current understanding of human cognition with advances in computer technologies. This course will address how technology-rich learning environments must benefit from a firm grounding in educational psychology and cognitive science. N/A N/A INST 6237 Advanced Instructional Design Prerequisite: INST 5333. This course covers a variety of analysis techniques, design theories and design models. N/A N/A INST 6337 Motivational Design Of Instr This course focuses on systematic strategies that will enable teachers, trainers, and instructional designers to develop instruction that motivates candidates to learn. Candidates will examine theories of human motivation and learn how to apply the ARCS model of motivational design. N/A N/A INST 6437 Interactive Distance Education Focuses on the systematic design and delivery of interactive distance learning programs based on the use of the Internet and related telecommunication technologies. Students design, develop and formatively evaluate their own distance instruction, analyze research and examine current trends and issues. Offered Offered INST 6537 Mgmt Of Computer Resource This course covers configuring, maintaining and trouble-shooting hardware, software, computer networks and peripheral devices; the availability of emerging technologies, telecommunications; multimedia; and curriculum integration. Methods for maximizing the use of the technology in classrooms, in school libraries and in computer labs will also be discussed. N/A N/A INST 6637 Analyzing Emerg Uses Of Tech Advanced discussion on the instructional applications of emerging technologies. The purpose is to link research on emerging uses of technology to establish a direction of research selected by candidates. Candidates will analyze research and prepare annotated bibliographies and a review of literature. N/A N/A INST 6737 Training Practicum Practical, hands-on experience in conducting needs assessment, designing and delivering technology training, supporting post-training performance, and evaluating real-life training situations for continuing adult education and development. N/A N/A INST 6739 Instructional Technology Pract Prerequisites: Approval of Associate Dean, completion of all Professional Education Core courses, Instructional Technology Core courses and at least one INST elective from the plan. Supervised practice in educational computing under the guidance of a selected professor. Offered N/A LLLS 4131 Survey Of Reading Theories and approaches to teaching reading, from emergent to proficient reading including word recognition skills, phonemic awareness, vocabulary development, comprehension, materials and methods for structuring of reading programs. Offered Offered LLLS 4132 Literacy Issues Secndry Studnt Theories and approaches for teaching reading in intermediate and high school. N/A N/A LLLS 4133 Corrective & Remedial Reading Prerequisites: Six hours of LLLS and concurrent enrollment in LLLS 4332. Study of neurophysiology and psychology in treating disabled readers, including dyslexia and related disorders. Evaluation of strategies of correction and remediation. Field experiences required. N/A Offered LLLS 4332 Diagn & Prescriptive Reading Prerequisite: Six hours of LLLS and concurrent enrollment in LLLS 4133. Diagnostic evaluation of readers; remedial approaches to vocabulary, and comprehension, word identification, phonemic awareness and fluency. Field experiences required. N/A Offered LLLS 4434 Reading & Writing for EC-6 Prerequisite: LLLS 4131 or equivalent. Application of theories and strategies for teaching the language arts for EC-6. Field experiences required. Offered Offered LLLS 4435 Survey of Children's Lit Survey of literature for children, focusing on titles appropriate for grades EC-8 students. Offered Offered LLLS 4436 Teach Lang Arts in the 4-8 Cla Application of theories and strategies for teaching the language arts for 4-8 grade students. Field experiences required. N/A Offered LLLS 4437 Multicultural Literature Survey of multicultural literature for children focusing on titles which reflect the diverse cultures and exceptionalities in the EC-8 classroom. N/A Offered LLLS 4438 Selecting Literature for The V Survey of literature for very young children focusing on titles appropriate for children from birth to age five. N/A N/A LLLS 4531 Reading In Content Subjects Survey of current reading and writing development in content subjects. Offered Offered LLLS 4532 Young Adult Lit & Read Selection and use of literature for young adults, focusing on titles appropriate for candidates in grades 8-12. N/A Offered LLLS 4634 Methods in Scndry Eng/Lang Art Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education. Implementation of instructional plans and teaching strategies. Review of current research, theories and exemplary practices of teaching secondary English/Language Arts. Field experiences required. N/A Offered LLLS 4739 Practicum in Clinical Reading Practices of diagnosing reading difficulties, grouping techniques and clinical evaluations; and three hours each week in a reading laboratory setting using selected materials and reading aids. Prerequisites: 12 hours of Reading coursework including LLLS 4133 and LLLS 4332 or equivalent and approval of instructor and associate dean. Offered N/A LLLS 4839 Indt Study In Reading Prerequisites: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. Offered N/A LLLS 4931 Topics In Reading Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A LLLS 5010 Prof Prep Sem for Read Spclsts Prerequisite: An approved, signed degree plan on file in the SoE. This course is designed to assist students in the Reading Specialist Certification Plan to understand the state certification standards for successful entry into their chosen field. Completion of the course is dependent upon candidates passing all state assessments required for their degree/certification plan. Offered Offered LLLS 5012 Prof Prep Sem School Librarian Prerequisite: An approved, signed degree plan on file in the SoE. This course is designed to assist students in the School Library and Information Science Specialist Certification Plan to understand the state certification standards for successful entry into their chosen educational field. Completion of the course is dependent upon candidates passing all state assessments required for their degree/certification plan. Offered Offered LLLS 5131 Integrating the Language Arts Approaches to developing oral and written expression, listening skills and the integration of all the language arts for EC-8. Field experiences required. N/A Offered LLLS 5133 Foundations Of Reading Historical, philosophical, physiological and psychological foundations of reading. N/A N/A LLLS 5134 Dev Read Prog EC-8 Structuring developmental reading programs, emphasizing alternative approaches. N/A Offered LLLS 5135 Dev Read Prog Sec School Analysis of model reading programs in grades 4-12, emphasizing alternative approaches to teaching, materials and instructional strategies. N/A N/A LLLS 5137 Mod Trends In Lit/Child Yng Ad Examines current trends and issues in the literature published for children and young adults. N/A N/A LLLS 5531 Critical Reading And Thinking Applying higher order thinking skills to reading in literature and the content areas. Offered Offered LLLS 5532 Select Litr Matl For Yng Adult Selection, use, and organization of literature for candidates in grades 8-12 reading materials, resources and bibliography sources. N/A Offered LLLS 5533 Select Lit Matl For Children Selection and other resources, including ; motivational techniques for encouraging an interest in reading appropriate for EC-8 candidates. N/A Offered LLLS 5534 Foundations of Secondary Liter Theories and practices of secondary reading and writing, reader response theory, physiological, and psychological foundation of secondary reading grades 4-8. N/A N/A LLLS 5634 Tchg Meth Eng/read LA 8-12 Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education. Implementation of English/reading language arts teaching methodologies for grades 8-12 based upon application of theory and practice. Field experiences required. N/A Offered LLLS 5635 The Teaching of Writing Teaching writing skills and improving student writing in grades K-12 using a process approach; instructional strategies based upon theory and current research. Offered N/A LLLS 5738 Foundations of Early Literacy Theories and practices of early literacy development, including phonics, phonemic awareness, early writing development, and speaking & listening. This course includes training for leadership in early literacy practices. N/A Offered LLLS 5931 Res Topics In Lit, Lang & Libr Identified by title each time course is offered. N/A Offered LLLS 5939 Indt Study In Lit, Lang & Libr N/A N/A N/A LLLS 6134 School Library Collection Deve Philosophy, principles, and fundamentals of school library collection management including selection, acquisition, cataloging, circulation, and deselection of print and non-print materials. N/A Offered LLLS 6136 Librarians as Instructional Pa Principles and fundamentals of collaborative planning and instruction in the school library. N/A N/A LLLS 6234 Librarians Empowering Learners Principles and methods of creating dynamic school library programs through collaboration with teachers, administrators, librarians, and the community. N/A N/A LLLS 6331 Sociolinguistic Applic To Read Examination of sociolinguistic models and concepts, the study of language in educational settings and language differences applied to reading instruction. Offered N/A LLLS 6333 Genre Studies in Children's & Identification, exploration, and evaluation of the various genres in children's and young adult literature and how genre studies can be utilized in reading programs that motivate and engage young readers. N/A N/A LLLS 6334 Administr Of Schl Library Svs Principles and illustrative practices in the organization, budgeting, policy making, facilities planning and staffing of school libraries. N/A Offered LLLS 6336 Media & Tech Sel & Applic Selection, evaluation, and application of audio visual and computer software and hardware, including the design and production of media in school libraries. Offered Offered LLLS 6338 School Library Systems & Servi An introduction and evaluation of the current library reference, information, and retrieval systems and their applications in school libraries. N/A Offered LLLS 6639 Ldshp/Clin Pract/Assmt Of Lit Prerequisites: 12 hrs. Reading instruction coursework including LLLS 6732. Advanced techniques in assessment and strategies for intervention in problem reading situations includes practice in reading supervision. Field experiences required. Offered N/A LLLS 6732 Asmnt & Remed/Read La Literacy Prerequisites: Six hours Reading coursework. Practice in assessment and remediation of literacy. Simulated and laboratory practice in administration, interpretation, evaluation of literacy assessment instruments, and practice with a multiplicity of reading/language arts strategies for literacy development including dyslexia and related disorders. N/A N/A LLLS 6739 School Library Practicum Prerequisite: Completion of 18 hrs. of the School Library Learning Resources Core and approval of Associate Dean. Supervised field experiences in EC-12, incorporating information skills instruction, daily logs and seminars. Offered N/A LLLS 6839 Practicum in School Literacy P Prerequisite: 12 hours reading course work including LLLS 6732. Practicum in School Literacy Practices: Supervised field experiences with literacy teachers in EC-12 accredited schools. N/A N/A SILC 4031 Spanish For Bilingual Teachrs Prerequisite: Fluency in Spanish. Development of advanced reading and writing skills in Spanish with special emphasis on communication with the bilingual community. Course taught in Spanish. N/A Offered SILC 4032 Intro Study Of Languages Study of phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics of the English language. Offered N/A SILC 4130 Foundations of Blng and ESL Ed Survey of social, political, economic and educational issues related to the development and implementation of bilingual education and ESL programs. Offered Offered SILC 4131 ESL Methods N/A N/A Offered SILC 4132 Content-based ESL Issues related to the integration of content with ESL instruction. Field experiences required. N/A Offered SILC 4133 Language Learning Analysis of language acquisition and second language learning. N/A Offered SILC 4134 Tchng ESL in the Blng Classrm Methods of teaching English to second language learners in the bilingual classroom. Emphasis on the relationship between native language and second language development. N/A N/A SILC 4135 Theories Of American Pluralism A review of theoretical foundations of pluralism and their impact on mainstream America. Offered Offered SILC 4136 Blng Curric In Content Areas Prerequisites: Fluency in Spanish and SILC 4031. Study and design of the content area curriculum within a bilingual education program. Course taught in Spanish and English. Offered Offered SILC 4137 Dev Cont Lit in the Blng Class Methods of developing English literacy in the bilingual classroom content areas. Emphasis is on the relationship between native language and second language development. N/A N/A SILC 4138 Ling Div in Young Children The purpose of this course is to examine the language development of children from birth to age 5. Emphasis is placed on first and second language acquisition, the role of the first language, and how second language development can be supported. N/A N/A SILC 4531 Development of Biliteracy Prerequisites: Fluency in Spanish and SILC 4031. A comprehensive study of theories and research dealing with the development of biliteracy. Course taught in Spanish and English. N/A Offered SILC 4839 Indt Study In Bilingl Educ Esl Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A N/A SILC 4931 Select Topics Studies of Lang Identified by title each time course offered. N/A N/A SILC 5010 Prof Prep Sem for Ed of ELL Prerequisite: An approved, signed degree plan on file in the SOE. This course is designed to assist students in the ESL Supplemental Certification Plan to understand the State certification standards for successful entry into their chosen educational field. Completion of the course is dependent upon candidates passing all state assessments required for their degree/certification plan. N/A N/A SILC 5031 Curric Issues/Eductng Blng Std Prerequisite: Fluency in Spanish. Study and design of the curriculum for bilingual education programs with emphasis on teaching academic content areas and vocabulary development (mathematics, social sciences and sciences). Course taught in Spanish. N/A N/A SILC 5032 Appld Linguis - Blng Educ Esl Analysis of language development, language acquisition and language use. N/A Offered SILC 5033 Cross Curr Lit for Sec Lang Lr Research, theory and practice in the development of reading and writing skills for second language learners in all content areas. N/A N/A SILC 5034 Community Collaboration Prerequisite: SILC 6030. Establishing partnerships to meet the needs of diverse communities. N/A N/A SILC 5035 Interpsnl Intracts Divrse Set Prerequisite: SILC 6030. Emphasis on developing an understanding of the implications of cross-cultural differences and similarities and the skills required for professionals working within a diverse setting. N/A Offered SILC 5036 Multicultrl Curriculum Devlmnt Prerequisite: SILC 6030. The study of materials, strategies and issues related to the development of multicultural curricula. Addresses the needs of general education, special education, early childhood and reading/library resource personnel. N/A Offered SILC 5130 Theory & Res in Bil & ESL Educ Survey of theoretical, historical, legal and sociocultural basis of bilingual education and ESL programs. Offered Offered SILC 5134 Second Language Teaching Trends, issues, and practices related to the teaching of English as a second language. N/A N/A SILC 5531 Lit Spanish-Speaking Students Prerequisite: Fluency in Spanish . Study of traditional and contemporary views of literacy in Spanish. Focus on teaching Spanish language arts and reading to candidates whose first language is Spanish. Course taught in Spanish. N/A Offered SILC 5931 Res Topics in Studies of Lang Identified by title each time course offered. Offered N/A SILC 5939 Indt Study In Lang And Culture N/A N/A N/A SILC 6030 Foundations of Multicult Educ Social, cultural, and legal issues regarding diversity in the United States. Offered Offered SILC 6032 Models Of Language A study of the components of language and the use of phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics to describe them. Focuses on describing languages and dialectical variations. Offered N/A SILC 6734 Studies in Language & Culture Demonstration of acquired competencies through research on multicultural and linguistic issues. A written paper and presentation will be required. Prerequisite: Approval of Associate Dean. N/A N/A SILC 6739 Studies in Language & Culture Survey of multicultural and linguistic topics. A written paper and presentation will be required. N/A N/A SILC 7030 Intercultural Communications Focuses on the understanding of cultural issues that influence communication effectiveness with diverse populations. Teaching strategies include case studies, readings, simulations and skill development experiences. N/A N/A SPED 4030 Survey Of Exceptionalities This course will provide a study of various categories of disabilities to include etiology and effects of disability on various aspects of development. Offered Offered SPED 4131 Assessment In Special Educ Prerequisite: SPED 4030 or equivalent. A survey of special education assessment procedures with a focus on alternate assessment procedures used in inclusive settings to link assessment and instruction. N/A Offered SPED 4132 Diagnostic Instr Spcl Needs Covers the development and application of curricula, materials, methodologies and classroom practices in response to strengths and needs of all low performing students in special education and inclusive settings. Field experience required. Prerequisites: SPED 4030 or equivalent, SPED 4131 or equivalent, concurrent enrollment in a TCED or LLLS methods course. N/A N/A SPED 4133 Individual Instr Student Disab Prerequisite: SPED 4030, 4131, 4132, 4231, 4331 or equivalent. This course if for undergraduate candidates only. This course covers necessary adaptations to meet the learning needs of exceptional candidates, for prescriptive models for intervention and ways of observing, recording and responding to behaviors. Field experience required. Offered N/A SPED 4231 Implementing Pos Bhvrl Support Prerequisiste: SPED 4030 or equivalent. A comprehensive study of related legal and social issues and the implementation of techniques for supporting candidates with challenging behaviors in home and school settings. Field experiences required. N/A Offered SPED 4332 Early Childhood Special Educ Prerequisite: SPED 4030. A study of infants and young children with special needs with a focus on the development of IFSPs; transitions from infant to early childhood programs and to general education. Field experience required. Offered Offered SPED 4333 Adv Early Child Spcl Education This course will extend key topics in early childhood special education presented in the SPED 4332/ECED 4332 course, specifically strategies and techniques used by practitioners in early childhood special education settings serving children birth to age five. N/A N/A SPED 4737 Practicum Spec Ed Yng Children Prerequisite: Completion of all prior course work for the Early Childhood Handicapped Endorsement. Fieldwork with infants and/or young children with special needs to include school based, agency based or private programs. N/A N/A SPED 4839 Indt Study of Ind Differences Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A Offered SPED 4931 Selected Topics In Sped Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A SPED 5010 Prof Prep Sem for Spcl Ed Prerequisite: An approved signed degree plan on file in the SOE. This course is designed to prepare students to successfully complete the SPED TExES and is designed to assist students in the SPED Supplemental Certification Plan to understand the State certification standards for successful entry into their chosen educational field. Completion of the course is dependent upon candidates passing all state assessments required for their degree/certification plan. N/A N/A SPED 5030 Survey Of Indvdl Difference This course is a study of various theories of cognition and learning in relation to those with disabilities. It provides an in-depth study of various categories of disabilities to include characteristics, causation and the course of disability throughout the lifespan. N/A Offered SPED 5131 Educ Assessment Of Exceptional Prerequisite: SPED 5030 or equivalent. A review of procedures used for diagnosing disabilities and an in-depth study of procedures used in special education settings with an emphasis on informal techniques, authentic assessment and functional analysis of behavior. N/A Offered SPED 5132 Curric Approach Lrn Difficulty Prerequisite: SPED 5030 or equivalent. Causal factors and remedial alternatives for children with low performance records in regular school environments. N/A N/A SPED 5133 Practicum in Inclusive Educati This course focuses on the integration of content area knowledge, pedagogical theory and collaborative practices that are essential in the delivery of specifically designed instruction. Approved practicum placements will emphasize application in inclusive seetings. Prerequisites: completion of SPED 5131, SPED 5132, SPED 5233. Offered N/A SPED 5233 Providing Pos Bhvrl Supports Prerequisite: SPED 5030. A study of the theoretical, legal, social, and philosophical issues related to the principles and practices for supporting candidates with challenging behaviors in school settings to include development of intervention plans. N/A N/A SPED 5332 Exceptionalities in Infants an A study of various educational models and methods for the assessment and service provision to infants and young children with special needs. Prerequisites: SPED 5030 and ECED 5031 or equivalents N/A Offered SPED 5333 Adv Stds of Exceptionalities Prerequisites: ECED 5332 OR SPED 5332. Advanced studies of the education of infants and young children with disabilities to include service coordination, assistive/adaptive technologies and health care issues. N/A N/A SPED 5737 Prac Infnts & Yng Child Except Prerequisites: Completion of all prior course work for the Early Childhood Handicapped Endorsement. Fieldwork with infants and/or young children with disabilities not limited to school, agency or privately funded programs. Offered N/A SPED 5931 Research Topics In Spec Ed Identified by title each time a course is offered. N/A N/A SPED 5939 Indt Study In Exceptionalities Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A N/A TCED 4010 Senior Seminar EC-12 Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program and an approved, signed degree or certification plan on file in the SoE. This course is designed to assist students to understand the State certification standards for successful entry into their chosen field. Offered Offered TCED 4012 Senior Seminar II Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program and an approved, signed degree or certification plan on file in the SoE. This course is designed to assist students to understand the State and federal rules and standards for their chosen field. Completion of the course is dependent upon candidates passing all state assessments required for their degree/certification plan. N/A N/A TCED 4013 Senior Seminar for Secondary S Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program and an approved, signed degree or certification plan on file in the SoE. This course analyzes the state and federal rules and standards and explores the content for each discipline related to the social studies genre. Completion of the course is dependent upon candidates passing all state assessments required for their degree/certification plan. N/A N/A TCED 4033 Creating Positive Learning Env Prerequisites or Co-requisites: WRIT 3037 and INST 3133. Theories and strategies for guiding young children?s behavior and for effectively managing EC-6 classroom environments. Focus will be on approaches that promote autonomy in children. Offered Offered TCED 4034 Create Pos Learn Envrmt in 4-8 Theories and strategies for guiding adolescent learners' behavior and for effectively managing high school classroom environments. Focus will be on approaches that promote autonomy in adolescent learners. Prerequisites or Corequisites: INST 3133 and writing course required by respective degree plan (WRIT 3037, WRIT 3135, ENGL 2311, ENGL 2344 or LITR 4031). Offered Offered TCED 4036 Creating Positive Learning Env Theories and strategies for guiding adolescent learners' behavior and for effectively managing high school classroom environments. Focus will be on approaches that promote autonomy in adolescent learners. Prerequisites or Corequisites: INST 3133 and writing course required by respective degree plan (WRIT 3037, WRIT 3135, ENGL 2311, ENGL 2344, or LITR 4031). N/A Offered TCED 4231 Social Studies Methods for EC- Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program, successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in TCED 4033.Curriculum planning, instructional activities and assessment techniques for developing social studies knowledge, citizenship and critical thinking skills; emphasis on sound practice and research based strategies for teaching social studies for EC-6 students. Field experiences required. N/A Offered TCED 4232 Science Methods for EC-6 Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program, successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in TCED 4033. Development of science concepts in EC-6 instruction. An emphasis on curriculum materials and the process approach as a science teaching method. Field experiences required. N/A Offered TCED 4233 Mathematics Methods for EC-6 Prerequisites: MATH 3032, and admission to Teacher Education Program, successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in TCED 4033. Methods of developing students? understanding of mathematics; emphasis on problem solving with manipulative and curriculum materials appropriate for use with EC-6 students. Field experiences required. N/A Offered TCED 4331 Social Studies Methods for Gra Prerequisites: TCED 4034 and admission to Teacher Education Program, successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in TCED 4034. Curriculum planning, instructional activities and assessment techniques for developing social studies knowledge, citizenship and critical thinking skills; emphasis on best practice and research based strategies for teaching social studies for 4-8 grade students. Field experiences required. N/A Offered TCED 4332 Science Methods for Grades 4-8 Prerequisites: TCED 4034 and admission to Teacher Education Program, successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in TCED 4034. Development of science concepts and teaching strategies for grades 4-8. Emphasis on the inquiry approach to teaching science consistent with concepts of cognitive development. Integrated Physics and Chemistry will also be addressed as well as the use of technology in the science classroom. Field experiences required. N/A Offered TCED 4333 Mathematics Methods for Grades Prerequisites: MATH 3037, admission to Teacher Education Program, successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in TCED 4034 . Methods of developing students? understanding of mathematics. Emphasis on problem solving with manipulative and curriculum materials appropriate for use with 4-8 students. Algebraic and graphing technology will be addressed. Field experiences required. N/A Offered TCED 4631 Methods in Secondary Social St Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program, successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in TCED 4034(except 8-12 Social Studies and 8-12 History Certification Program) and completion of WRIT 3037 with a grade of C+ or better. Strategies for developing social studies activities; emphasis on instructional techniques, content disciplines, local community, values and controversial issues and national trends. Field experiences required. N/A Offered TCED 4632 Methods In Secondary Science Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program, successful completion of TCED 4034. Strategies for teaching secondary science; emphasis on laboratory management and safety, development of scientific reasoning, and issues and trends in secondary science education. Field experiences required. N/A Offered TCED 4633 Methods in Secondary Mathemati Prerequisites: MATH 3034 or equivalent, Admission to Teacher Education Program, successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in TCED 4034. Strategies for teaching secondary mathematics; emphasis on instructional techniques appropriate for secondary mathematics, development of problem-solving skills and issues and trends in secondary mathematics education. Field experiences required. N/A Offered TCED 4634 Methods in Technology Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program, successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in TCED 4034. Strategies for teaching technology applications; emphasis on instructional techniques, development of problem-solving skills and issues and trends in technology applications. Field experiences required. N/A N/A TCED 4668 Pre-Svc Intern II-General This Internship II course is restricted to students in EC-6 Generalist (Early Childhood Concentration) and the 4-8 Generalist programs. Field experiences required in a public school setting. Prerequisites: TCED 4738 and approval of the associate dean. N/A Offered TCED 4709 Post-Degree Intern in Teaching This internship is restricted to members of UHCL's Alternative Certification Program. Field experiences required in a public school setting. Prerequisites: TCED 4768 and TCED 4769 and approval of the associate dean. N/A Offered TCED 4737 THECB Aide Project Supervised field project under the joint supervision of a public school district and the UHCL Center for Professional Development of Teachers. Student must be enrolled in the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) Aide Project. Field experiences required in a public school setting. Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program and approval of the associate dean. Offered N/A TCED 4738 Pre-Service Internship I Field experiences required in a public school setting. Prerequisites: Approval of associate dean and completion of WRIT 3037 with a grade of C+ or better. N/A Offered TCED 4768 Post-Degree Internship I Post-baccalaureate internship with joint supervision by the school district where the intern is employed and the UHCL Center for Professional Development of Teachers. Field experiences required in a public school setting. Prerequisites: Approval of the associate dean. N/A Offered TCED 4769 Post-Degree Internship II Post-baccalaureate internship with joint supervision by the school district where the intern is employed and the UHCL Center for Professional Development of Teachers. Field experiences required in a public school setting. Prerequisites: Approval of the associate dean. N/A Offered TCED 4798 Pre-Service Internship II Field experiences required in a public school setting. Prerequisites: TCED 4738 and approval of the associate dean. N/A Offered TCED 4839 Indt Study In Teacher Educatn Prerequisites: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A N/A TCED 4931 Selected Topics in Teach Educ Identified by title each time course is offered. N/A N/A TCED 5000 TCED General Elective N/A N/A N/A TCED 5010 Prof Prep Seminar Prerequisite: An approved, signed degree or certification plan on file in the SoE. This course is designed to assists students to understand the State certification standards for successful entry into their chosen educational field. Completion of the course is dependent upon candidates passing all state assessments required for their degree/certification plan. N/A N/A TCED 5014 Mentoring and Cognitive Coach This course will enable participants to apply peer mentoring and cognitive coaching theories and will include observation and feedback techniques. N/A N/A TCED 5030 Models of Teaching Analysis of the knowlege base for instruction and development of proficiency in a variety of teaching models. N/A N/A TCED 5031 Curriculum Planning Prerequisite: TCED 5030. Design and evaluation of curriculum for early childhood through twelfth grade; study of curriculum theory, design principles, issues and trends. N/A Offered TCED 5032 Prep for K-12 Educ for NBPTS I Prerequisite: 3 years of teaching experience. Initial preparation for educators grades K-12 for National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Course includes preparation for description, analysis, and reflection upon professional development and teaching to match the requirements for the national standards. N/A N/A TCED 5033 Prep for K-12 Educ NBPTS II Prerequisite: TCED 5032. Includes preparation for the professional teaching portfolio, the description, analysis and reflection of the components of the portfolio and preparation for the written examination. N/A N/A TCED 5034 Mgmt Strt for Crtg a Pos Learn This course presents effective management strategies that can be implemented across content areas and grade levels. N/A N/A TCED 5035 Integ Inst: Models for Appl. This course presents theories and strategies on effective approaches for interdisciplinary integration in all content areas. Using vertical alignment, these models will be applicable across the Pre-K-12 curriculum. N/A N/A TCED 5036 Issues of Pedagogy Prerequisites: Successful completion of EDUC 6033 and TCED 5030. An in-depth examination of current curricular and instructional issues in research, specifically tied to candidates' teaching practice. One focus area will be assessment - data analysis, impact and implications. Offered N/A TCED 5037 Assessment and Student Learnin Prerequisite: EDUC 6032 (or equivalent). This course analyzes formative and summative assessment theory and strategies for implementation in Pre-K-12 curricula. N/A N/A TCED 5038 Prof Dev for Enhancg Tchr Lead This course presents strategies for generating a professional development plan and involves participation in self-selected professional activities (i.e., conference attendance and presentations, article and conference proposal writing, etc.). Content of the course involves examination of current research ion teacher professional development and leadership. N/A Offered TCED 5231 Tchg Soc Studies In Elem Schl Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program. Utilization of new programs, processes and equipment designed to individualize instruction in social studies. Field experiences required. N/A N/A TCED 5232 Tch Science in EC-6 Classrm IN THE EC-6 CLASSROOM Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program. Development of science concepts in EC-4 instruction. Emphasis on curriculum materials and the process approach as a science teaching method. An examination of National Science Foundation curriculum projects as related to EC-4. Field experiences required. N/A N/A TCED 5233 Teach Math in the EC-6 Class Prerequisite: MATH 3032 and Admission to Teacher Education Program. Development of mathematical concepts and teaching strategies for EC-6. Emphasis on problem solving with manipulative and curriculum materials appropriate for use with EC-6 candidates. Field experiences required. N/A Offered TCED 5234 Social Studies Mthds/Secdry Gr Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program. Curriculum designs, instructional models and authentic assessment techniques for developing social studies knowledge, citizenship and critical thinking skills; emphasis on best practice and research based strategies for teaching secondary candidates. Field experiences required. N/A N/A TCED 5235 Sci Meths for Secondary Grades Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program. Strategies for teaching secondary science including field studies, research, and incorporation of local environmental issues; emphasis on recent research as it relates to science education; addressing issues and trends in secondary science education and enhancing science achievement in the classroom. Field experiences required. N/A N/A TCED 5236 Math Meth for Secondary Grades Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program. Curriculum designs, instructional models and authentic assessment techniques for developing mathematical knowledge and problem solving skills; emphasis on best practice and research based strategies for teaching mathematics to secondary candidates. Field experiences required. N/A N/A TCED 5332 Tchng Science in 4-8 Classroom Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program. Development of science concepts and teaching strategies for grades 4-8. An emphasis on the inquiry approach to teaching science consistent with concepts of cognitive development. Integrated Physics and Chemistry as well as the use of technology in the science classroom will be addressed. An examination of National Science Foundation curriculum projects as related to grades 4-8. Field experiences required. N/A N/A TCED 5333 Tchng Math in the 4-8 Classrm Prerequisite: MATH 3037 and Admission to Teacher Education Program. Development of mathematical concepts and teaching strategies for grades 4-8. Emphasis on problem solving with manipulative and curriculum materials appropriate for use with 4-8 candidates. Algebraic and graphing technology will be addressed. Field experiences required. N/A N/A TCED 5431 Nature Of Middle Level Learner A developmental approach to the study of early adolescents with emphasis on their physical, emotional, intellectual and moral development, learning styles, culturally related differences, and discipline management techniques. N/A N/A TCED 5530 Adolescent Dvlpmnt & Curric A developmental approach to the study of adolescents, related to discipline, classroom management and scope and sequence of curriculum. N/A N/A TCED 5630 Educ Gifted & Talented Lnr A historical survey of the field, definitions, basic terminology, theories, models and characteristics of the gifted and talented; brief summary of identification and assessment procedures; models for interaction with gifted students and a review of effective programs. N/A N/A TCED 5631 Games, Logic, Giftedness Game?like techniques for teaching gifted candidates formal and informal logic and critical thinking in mathematics, science, and language; includes laboratory experiences teaching new thinking skills. N/A N/A TCED 5632 Grth & Dev Gifted Lrnr This course examines the differentiated affective characteristics and needs of the gifted including a review of general counseling theories, effective communication skills, assessment of affective needs, strategies for assisting the gifted in developing interpersonal skills, and issues surrounding the potential of the gifted to make significant contributions to society. N/A N/A TCED 5634 Curr Dev for Gift and Tal Lrns This course provides the foundation for the development of differentiated curricula for gifted students. Significant curriculum models are presented. Other topics include effective teaching strategies, adapting curriculum for individual differences, the organization of curriculum for the gifted, and the teaching of higher-level cognitive skills. N/A N/A TCED 5636 Creat Theo, Mod, & Appl Gifted Survey of the concept of creativity including topics such as instruments and techniques for identifying creativity, theories and models of creativity, techniques for creative enrichment, and challenges unique to creative persons. N/A N/A TCED 5637 Prac in Gifted & Talented Ed Fieldwork with gifted and talented students. N/A N/A TCED 5911 Res Topics in Teacher Educ Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A TCED 5921 Research Topics in Teacher Ed Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A TCED 5931 Res Topics In Teacher Educ Identified by specific title each time course is offered. Offered Offered TCED 5939 Indt Stdy In Teacher Education Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A N/A TCED 6031 Applicat of Tech in Classroom Candidates will learn how to use and integrate computers and various software applications (e.g. word processors, databases, spreadsheets, graphics) with instruction to facilitate learning and performance. They will also be instructed in the use of the educational software, multimedia development and telecommunication technologies such as e-mail and the Internet that can be used to enhance student learning. Offered Offered TCED 6734 Advanced Seminar in Science Ed Advanced topics on research in science education; emphasis on instructional techniques and concept formation. N/A N/A TCED 6735 Seminar in Environmental Ed Curricular implications of energy and environmental issues; emphasis on instructional techniques in science, social studies and other subject matter areas. N/A N/A TCED 6739 Curriculum and Instruction Pra Prerequisite: Approval of the Associate Dean. Supervised internship in curriculum and instruction. N/A Offered

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