2015-2016 Academic Catalog 
    
    Jun 26, 2024  
2015-2016 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course Numbering
0-999: Developmental precollege-level courses
1000-2999: Lower division courses intended for undergraduate credit only.  The first digit indicates the general level of the course:  1 for a first-year course, 2 for a second-year course
3000-4999: Upper division courses carrying undergraduate credit only.  The first digit indicates the general level of the course:  3 for a third-year course, 4 for a fourth-year course.
5000-5999: Courses that carry graduate credit only in a major field different from that of the department offering the course. 
6000-6999: Courses that carry graduate credit in any major field.  
7000-7999: Courses intended for graduate students only.
8000-9999: Courses intended for post-master or doctoral-level work.
Please note, when searching courses by “Code or Number”, an asterisk (*) can be used to return mass results.  For example, using “6*” will give all 6000 graduate-level courses.
 

Education

  
  • ED 6510 - Field Experience II: Methods in MA: Computer Information Science



    Credit Hour(s): 1
    Candidates, mentored by a Computer Information Science educator, shall assist in the planning, organizing, delivering, and assessing of instruction in a K-12th grade setting applying pedagogical content knowledge from CIS methods courses.
    Corequisite(s): EDT7160
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Multi-Age - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Internship
  
  • ED 6530 - AYA Internship Part II: Student Teaching ISS



    Credit Hour(s): 8
    Candidates, under the direct supervision of an experienced classroom teacher, are assigned to a school for intensive teaching experience in grades 7-12 in Integrated Social Studies.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 6430 Minimum Grade of P
    Corequisite(s): ED6930
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Integrated Social Studies. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Internship
  
  • ED 6540 - AYA Internship Part II: Student Teaching ILA



    Credit Hour(s): 8
    Candidates, under the direct supervision of an experienced classroom teacher, are assigned to a school for intensive teaching experience in grades 7-12 in Integrated Language Arts.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 6440 Minimum Grade of P
    Corequisite(s): ED6940
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Integrated Language Arts. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Internship
  
  • ED 6550 - AYA Internship Part II: Student Teaching IM



    Credit Hour(s): 8
    Candidates, under the direct supervision of an experienced classroom teacher, are assigned to a school for intensive teaching experience in grades 7-12 in Integrated Mathematics.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 6450 Minimum Grade of P
    Corequisite(s): ED6950
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Integrated Mathematics. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Internship
  
  • ED 6560 - AYA Internship Part II: Student Teaching IS



    Credit Hour(s): 8
    Candidates, under the direct supervision of an experienced classroom teacher, are assigned to a school for intensive teaching experience in grades 7-12 in Integrated Science.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 6460 Minimum Grade of P
    Corequisite(s): ED6960
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Integrated Science. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Internship
  
  • ED 6570 - MA Internship Part II: Student Teaching WL



    Credit Hour(s): 8
    Candidates, under the direct supervision of an experienced classroom teacher, are assigned to a school for intensive teaching experience in grades p-12 in Multi-Age World Languages.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 6470 Minimum Grade of P
    Corequisite(s): ED6970
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: World Language-German, World Languages-French, World Languages-Latin, World Languages-Spanish. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Internship
  
  • ED 6580 - Student Teaching: Multi-Age Visual Arts



    Credit Hour(s): 8
    Candidates, under the direct supervision of an experienced classroom teacher, are assigned to a school for intensive teaching experience grades p-12 in Multi-Age Visual Arts.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 6480 Minimum Grade of P
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Visual Arts. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Internship
  
  • ED 6600 - Teaching in the American Educational System



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Foundational analysis of the relationship between public education in a democracy and the critical social issues and forces impacting renewal efforts.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6610 - Practicum in Teaching English as a Second Language



    Credit Hour(s): 4
    Educators with prior teaching license(s), under the direct supervision of an experienced classroom teacher, are assigned to a school for intensive teaching experience in grades K-12 and Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL).
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 6010 Minimum Grade of D
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Internship
  
  • ED 6630 - Adolescent And Young Adult: Integrated Social Studies: Curriculum And Materials I



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Course focuses on principles, resources, technology, critical thinking skills, historiography, and social science research for adolescence social studies. This course will also focus on teaching in the multicultural classroom.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Integrated Social Studies. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MA, CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6640 - Adolescent and Young Adult: Integrated Language Arts: Curriculum and Materials I



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Focuses on theoretical issues and practical problems of teaching English at all levels, including developing media competence and teaching media literacy.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Integrated Language Arts. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MA, CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6650 - Adolescent and Young Adult: Integrated Mathematics: Curriculum and Materials I



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    This course will examine curriculum, methods, and materials in the teaching of mathematics for grades 7-12. This includes lesson planning, assessment, differentiation, technology, and content for algebra and geometry courses.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Integrated Mathematics. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MA, CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6660 - Adolescent and Young Adult Integrated Science: Curriculum And Materials I



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Methods, curriculum, and materials for teaching adolescent school science: emphasis on philosophy, planning and implementation, evaluation, resources and facilities, and historical and contemporary curricular trends in science education.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Integrated Science. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MA, CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6670 - Multi-age: World Languages: Curriculum And Materials I



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Presents world language curriculum and materials with emphasis on ACTFL Standards in order to plan and implement effective lessons and activities focused on pK-12 second language acquisition.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MA, CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6675 - Multi-Age: Computer Information Systems: Curriculum and Materials I



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    This course explores computer information science as a discipline that encourages inquiry, creativity and collaboration. This includes lesson planning, assessment, differentiation, technology and content for computer science courses.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Computer Information Science. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Multi-Age - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6690 - Educational Psychology for Educators



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Understand theories of learning, motivation and assessment in the context of preK-12 education.
    Corequisite(s): ED6150
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6700 - Student Learning and Motivation



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Understand theories of learning and motivation as well as appropriate preK-12 assessment in the context of principles from the field of educational psychology.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6710 - Graduate Field Experience



    Credit Hour(s): 1
    Introduces students to the educational process through participation in a P-12 classroom and through an examination of classroom dynamics within a natural setting.
    Corequisite(s): ED6690
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Adolescent to Young Adult- Lic.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Practicum
  
  • ED 6730 - Adolescent and Young Adult: Integrated Social Studies: Curriculum and Materials II



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Provides developing professional educators instruction in current trends and issues in adolescence and young adult social studies.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 6630 Minimum Grade of C
    Corequisite(s): ED6430
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Integrated Social Studies. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MA, CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6740 - Adolescent and Young Adult Integrated Language Arts: Curriculum and Materials II



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Provides developing professional educators with advanced discussion and practice in the teaching/learning of grades 7-12 language arts.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 6640 Minimum Grade of C
    Corequisite(s): ED6440
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Integrated Language Arts. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MA, CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6750 - Adolescent and Young Adult Integrated Mathematics: Curriculum and Materials II



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    This course will examine curriculum, materials, and teaching methods for secondary mathematics teaching. This includes course development, assessment, differentiation, technology, and content for probability and statistics courses.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 6650 Minimum Grade of C
    Corequisite(s): ED6450
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Integrated Mathematics. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MA, CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6760 - Adolescent and Young Adult: Integrated Science: Curriculum and Materials II



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Curriculum and materials concerned with issues at the interfaces of science, technology, and society (STS). Clinical experiences, methodology, literature, resources and rationale are emphasized.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 6660 Minimum Grade of C
    Corequisite(s): ED6460
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Integrated Science. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MA, CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6770 - Multi-age World Languages: Curriculum And Materials II



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Presents world language curriculum with emphasis on standards. Focus on pK-5 first and second language acquisition. Emphasis on technology and assessment. Prepare teaching materials for the world language classroom.
    Corequisite(s): ED6470
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MA, CT: Adolesc Young Adult - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6775 - Multi-Age: Computer Information Systems: Curriculum and Materials II



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    This course explores computer information science as a discipline that encourages inquiry, creativity and collaboration. This includes lesson planning, assessment, differentiation, technology and content for computer science courses.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 6675 Minimum Grade of D
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Computer Information Science. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Multi-Age - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6800 - CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    The study and application of classroom management and organizational models for use in diverse settings as related to adolescent development, discussion of recent research, practice, and innovation in the field of classroom management.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6810 - Student Teaching: Multi-Age Computer Information Science



    Credit Hour(s): 8
    Candidates, under the direct supervision of an experienced classroom teacher, are assigned to a school for intensive teaching experience in grades K-12: Computer Information Science classroom.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Multi-Age Education. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Internship
  
  • ED 6830 - Using Research To Improve Classroom Instruction



    Credit Hour(s): 2
    Introduction to reading educational research, including applied and theoretical and qualitative and quantitative. Differentiation of quality/applicability of research articles. Understanding researchable questions and how questions determine the methodology. Searching for appropriate literature.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 6840 - Measurement and Assessment in Education



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    The design and integration of traditional and alternative assessment in the classroom.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6850 - Cultural and Communicative Competence for Educators



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Examines historical and current race/ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, ability, and social class stereotypes and biases as they relate to schooling and education. Students will identify personal preconceptions and learn ways of becoming culturally responsive educators.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6890 - AYA/MA Capstone Research



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Initiation of a research project as a reflective investigation and progressive problem solving effort by individuals or groups to improve the quality of education in an AYA/MA educational environment.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 6900 - Workshops in Education



    Credit Hour(s): .5 to 5
    Workshops in selected areas of education taught through the Division of Professional Development (DPD)
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 6910 - Content Seminar: Multi-Age Computer Information Science



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Seminar accompanying Multi Age Internship focusing on pedagogical content knowledge in Computer Information Science, assessment of the International Society for Technology in Education standards and the completion of the professional portfolio.
    Corequisite(s): ED6510
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Multi-Age Education. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 6920 - PROFESSIONAL SEMINAR: AYA/MA



    Credit Hour(s): 1
    Teacher candidates will be provided the necessary knowledge and skills regarding issues affecting education to assist them in making a successful transition from being a teacher-candidate to becoming a professional educator.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 6930 - Content Seminar: AYA Integrated Social Studies



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Seminar accompanying Adolescent and Young Adult Internship focusing on pedagogical content knowledge in Integrated Social Studies, assessment of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) standards and the completion of the CEHS professional portfolio.
    Corequisite(s): ED6530
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 6940 - Content Seminar: AYA Integrated Language Arts



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Seminar accompanying Adolescent and Young Adult Internship focusing on pedagogical content knowledge in Integrated Language Arts, assessment of the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) standards and the completion of the professional portfolio.
    Corequisite(s): ED6540
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 6950 - Content Seminar: AYA Integrated Mathematics



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Seminar accompanying Adolescent and Young Adult Internship focusing on pedagogical content knowledge in Integrated Mathematics, assessment of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) standards and the completion of the professional portfolio.
    Corequisite(s): ED6550
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 6960 - Content Seminar: AYA Integrated Science



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Seminar accompanying Adolescent and Young Adult Internship focusing on pedagogical content knowledge in Integrated Science, assessment of the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) standards and the completion of the professional portfolio.
    Corequisite(s): ED6560
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 6970 - Content Seminar: Multi Age World Language



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Seminar accompanying student teaching focusing on pedagogical content knowledge in World Languages, assessment of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages standards, completion of the professional portfolio and submission of the edTPA.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Multi-Age - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 6980 - Content Seminar: Multi Age Visual Arts



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Seminar accompanying Multi-Age Visual Arts Internship focusing on pedagogical content knowledge in Visual Arts, assessment based on the Ohio Multi-Age Visual Arts Standards and the completion of the professional portfolio.
    Corequisite(s): ED6580
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 6990 - AYA/MA Capstone Project



    Credit Hour(s): 1
    Report on, dissemination of, or application of new learning based on completion of reflective investigation and progressive problem-solving effort to improve the quality of education in 7-12th grade educational environment.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 6890 Minimum Grade of P
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 7000 - Advanced Studies Seminar I: Introduction



    Credit Hour(s): 1
    Seminar will focus on program requirements, transition points, key assessments, and literature reviews.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 7020 - Principles, Practices and Learning in Grades 4 and 5



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    This course expands the Early Childhood educator’s understanding of the development of the young child in pre-adolescence and aligns developmentally appropriate pedagogical strategies and practices for effective teaching and learning.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Early Childhood Genrlst - End.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7030 - Reading and Language Arts Instruction in Social Studies for Grades 4 and 5



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Pedagogy and content knowledge of content area reading through the study of grades 4 and 5 social studies.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7050 - Effective Science Instruction for Grades 4 and 5



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Curriculum and materials for teaching middle level science pertinent to the Ohio Academic Content Standards with emphasis on content, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, curriculum and materials suitable for teaching fourth and fifth grade science education.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Early Childhood Genrlst - End.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7060 - Theoretical Foundations in Literacy



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Development of an understanding regarding the historical, linguistical, sociological and psychological/cognitive theories related to effective literacy instruction and education.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Reading. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Classroom Teacher - MED, Reading - End.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7070 - Effective Mathematics Instruction for Grades 4, 5 and 6



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Curriculum and materials for teaching middle level mathematics pertinent to the Ohio’s New Learning Standards with emphasis on content, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, curriculum and materials suitable for teaching fourth, fifth and sixth grade mathematics education.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Early Childhood Genrlst - End, Middle Childhood Genrlst - End.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7120 - Literature Instruction for Diverse Learners



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Knowledge of children’s literature as an instructional tool in a diverse culture.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Fields of Study (Major, Minor, or Concentration): Reading. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture; Lecture/Lab Combination
  
  • ED 7170 - Instruction in Word Study: Phonics



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    In-depth analysis of how people learn the printed word related to instructional procedures across the grade levels K-12. Students will apply knowledge through lesson design, delivery and analysis.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 7060 Minimum Grade of C
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Reading. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
  
  • ED 7220 - Teaching Writing K-12



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Study of writing methodologies and the processes of teaching writing in grades K-12. Includes research into the theories of writing acquisition and the reciprocity between writing and reading.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Reading. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7400 - Master of Science in Teaching (Earth Science) Project Development



    Credit Hour(s): 1
    Assists graduate students in the Master of Science in Teaching (Earth Science) program to choose, develop and finalize a MST project proposal, choosing a faculty project committee and completing midpoint TK20 assignment.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 7450 - Content Literacies K-12



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Exploration of content area learning with an emphasis on effective literacy strategies including: vocabulary/concept development, comprehension, writing, technology, and resources to enhance literacy learning for diverse learners in grades K-12.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Reading. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture; Lecture/Lab Combination
  
  • ED 7470 - Reading Recovery Training I



    Credit Hour(s): 6
    Teachers learn to apply Marie Clay’s theory of literacy processing while teaching Reading Recovery students. Key concepts include targeted instruction through assessment, the reciprocity of reading and writing, and teaching for accelerated learning.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
  
  • ED 7480 - Reading Recovery Training Course II



    Credit Hour(s): 6
    Teachers deepen their understanding of Clay’s literacy processing theory through contingent instruction based on student data. Key concepts include teaching for phrased reading within fluent processing and flexible problem solving in reading and writing.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
  
  • ED 7500 - Literacy Assessment and Evaluation



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Explore various literacy assessments to administer, analyze, and interpret the results of the assessment tools to enhance specific and targeted reading and writing insruction for K-12 learners.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Reading. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7560 - Diagnosis and Intervention for At-Risk Readers and Writers: Practicum I



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Tutoring a K-12 student identified as an at-risk or struggling reader/writer. Involves individual reading/writing assessments, developing learning objectives, implementing lesson plans to meet a student’s learning goals, and making recommendations for future instruction.
    Corequisite(s): ED7500
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Reading. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Classroom Teacher - MED, Reading - End.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7600 - Current Topics and Issues in Reading



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Examines “hot topics” of literacy instruction at the current time and the impact that these topics have on instruction and schools along with other pertinent topics of interest to candidates.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Reading - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7610 - Curriculum and Instruction for Learning



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Students will understand and create curriculum by analyzing Curriculum and Instruction Theory.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7650 - Literacy Leadership & Learning: Practicum II



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Plan, develop, and present a supervised professional development in literacy. Coaching and mentoring of an adult professional as a literacy leader. This course involves supervision.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Reading. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Classroom Teacher - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 7800 - Literacy Research Framework



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Develop a knowledge and understanding of literacy research and research methods. Written literacy research project to include: introduction, research purpose and questions, review of literature, and methodology. Includes CITI training and IRB proposal submission.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Reading - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7810 - Literacy Research Seminar: Practicum III



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Conduct the literacy research project designed in ED 7800. Collect and analyze the data. Final written project includes: findings, discussion, and conclusion (including limitations and implications). This course involves supervision.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 7800 Minimum Grade of D
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Reading - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 7820 - Literacy Inquiry Project



    Credit Hour(s): 1
    As a continuation of the individual research framed in ED 7800, candidates will complete a research project which includes: collecting, compiling, and analyzing data followed by a written report of the data in an action research inquiry project.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 7800 Minimum Grade of D
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Reading - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Independent Study
  
  • ED 7830 - Advanced Educational Psychology



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Gain an advanced understanding of learning processes, student motivation, and educational assessment based on theoretical principles from the field of educational psychology
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7840 - Inquiry into Foundations of Education



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    An inquiry into the historical, philosophical, cultural, and social trends and issues in education in a democratic society
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7850 - Action Research for Advanced Studies



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Course provides introduction to teacher-based action research. Students learn: types of research, types of data, research methodologies, data analyses, and data interpretation within the context of education.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Advanced Studies - MED.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7860 - Assessment and Evaluation for Instruction



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    This course provides students (teachers and leaders) with foundational background in the design and implementation of Project Based Learning (PBL) in a K-12 classroom.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7870 - Curriculum and Instructional Design for Project Based Learning



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    This course provides students (teachers and leaders) with foundational background in the design and implementation of Project Based Learning (PBL) in a K-12 classroom.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7900 - Coaching in Diverse Classrooms



    Credit Hour(s): 2
    Online course focuses on the preparation of literacy specialists to coach teachers in the implementation of culturally responsive instruction in diverse settings. Emphasis is placed on connections between current theory, research and instructional practice.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Literacy Specialist - End.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7910 - Pedagogy of Effective Literacy Instruction



    Credit Hour(s): 2
    Online course enables candidates to demonstrate knowledge of a wide range of instructional practices, methods, and curriculum materials, including technology, that support effective reading and writing instruction.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 7900 Minimum Grade of C
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Literacy Specialist - End.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7920 - Coaching for Effective Assessment Practice



    Credit Hour(s): 2
    Online course designed for the preparation of literacy specialists, this course teaches knowledge, skills and dispositions in school-based professional development and coaching in classroom-based assessment concepts and skills.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 7910 Minimum Grade of C
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Literacy Specialist - End.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7930 - Professional Development in Literacy



    Credit Hour(s): 2
    Online course introduces research and knowledge bases related to teacher professional development from a variety of perspectives. Examines multiple approaches to supporting teacher professional development, including coaching.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 7920 Minimum Grade of C
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Literacy Specialist - End.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7940 - Advanced Literacy Research



    Credit Hour(s): 2
    Online course examines literacy research as an integral part of professional development. Builds on understanding of various research paradigms in reading and writing instruction to advance understanding of evidence-based practice.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 7930 Minimum Grade of C
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Literacy Specialist - End.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 7970 - Learning and Motivation Thesis



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    This course guides implementation of individual Master’s thesis projects in education. The course includes inquiry and data gathering through analysis and solution identification, writing of thesis, and formal presentation.
    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Independent Study
  
  • ED 7990 - Advanced Studies Seminar I



    Credit Hour(s): 1
    Midpoint seminar will focus on applying knowledge of preK-12 classrooms, developing capstone project, and completing mid-point key assessments.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 7830 Minimum Grade of D and Graduate level ED 7840 Minimum Grade of D and Graduate level ED 7850 Minimum Grade of D
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Advanced Studies. Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 8200 - Advanced Studies Seminar II: Capstone



    Credit Hour(s): 2
    Seminar will focus on the master’s capstone project and other program key assessments.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 7990 Minimum Grade of D
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Concentrations: Advanced Studies. May not be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • ED 8500 - Specific Studies in Learning



    Credit Hour(s): 1 to 5
    Independent Study in a selected area of learning.
    Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Independent Study
  
  • ED 8830 - Theoretical Views in Educational Psychology



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Focuses on the principal theoretical frameworks that guide learning and motivation as well as the measurement and assessment processes in educational settings.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Classroom Teacher, Education Leadership, Teacher Leader. May not be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • ED 9000 - Learning Thesis



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    This course guides implementation of individual Master’s thesis projects in education. The course includes inquiry and data gathering through analysis and solution identification, writing of thesis, and formal presentation.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level ED 7510 Minimum Grade of D
    Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Independent Study

Educational Leadership

  
  • EDL 7100 - Teacher Leader Master’s Seminar: Entry



    Credit Hour(s): 1 to 3
    Examining belief systems, teaching styles, teachers as learners; intra- and interpersonal communication skills needed in leadership roles; and functioning in a multicultural/pluralistic society.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7110 - Teacher Leader Masters Seminar: Midpoint



    Credit Hour(s): 1 to 4
    Developing leadership skills and abilities; and, investigating the dynamics of team functioning, including decision-making models and processes, problem-solving techniques, communication skills, conflict management, and self-improvement.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • EDL 7120 - Philosophical and Curricular Foundations



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Overview of past, present, and emerging curriculum trends. Examination of educational and curricular philosophy and how philosophy impacts school programs.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7130 - Applied Psychology Learning Theory



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Selected theories of learning and their value to instructional practices. Emphasis on the relationships among learning theories, learner characteristics, motivational theories, and instructional practices.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7140 - Context of Education



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Emphasizes the evolution of theories and the laws that underlie the free compulsory educational system as well as the organization, control, and support by the public of the educational system.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7200 - Analysis of Teaching



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Analytic and practical approach to teaching methods and skills for inducing learning with attention to interaction analysis and cognitive science.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7210 - Curriculum Designing for the Teacher



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Management and leadership skills as related to developing and organizing curriculum and materials relating to implementing the learning program with students.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7220 - Instructional Management and Evaluation



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Strategies for developing and maintaining continual improvement processes using systems planning, instructional data. Includes evaluation of improvement plans and communication of planning and improvement with all stakeholders.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7300 - Research Design Methods



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Research method design for personal or professional goals; culminates in the analysis of existing research data.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7320 - Research Implementation and Analysis



    Credit Hour(s): 1 to 3
    Implement and analyze a research project.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7330 - Teacher Leadership



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Review of published literature about classroom teachers as leaders. Critical and current issues relevant to the development of classroom teachers as leaders within the context of their roles.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • EDL 7400 - Legal and Professional Issues



    Credit Hour(s): 1 to 3
    The legal framework of compulsion in education, the civil liberties of teachers curriculum content, and academic freedom. Teachers rights, duties, and responsibilities to the education profession.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7410 - Instructional Design



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Designing, organizing, managing, and evaluating learning experiences in physical and virtual environments.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7510 - Statistics and Research



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Introduction to basic statistical methods and data analysis for research and evaluation.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7550 - Research Projects



    Credit Hour(s): 1 to 3
    Individual research to satisfy requirements of a program’s research study.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7570 - Student Assessment



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Intensive study of formative and summative methods used by teachers to assess student performance and modify or differentiate instruction to meet student needs.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7710 - Leadership for School Improvement



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Developing a strong base of understanding in organizational structure for skill building in leadership, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving. Educational renewal, political considerations, ethical behavior, professional development, and change processes are also included.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7711 - Leadership for School Improvement: STEM



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Develops strong base of understanding in organizational structure for skill building in leadership, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving. Educational renewal, sustainability leadership, political considerations, ethical behavior, professional development, and change processes included.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7720 - Educational Administrative Behavior



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Develops an understanding of the principles of educational administrative processes, formal school structures and organization, and an introduction to school administrative task areas.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7730 - Curriculum Analysis



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Improve the school leader’s ability to manage and lead the development and organization of curriculum, course planning, and materials.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7740 - Analysis of Teaching



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Opportunities for analysis of teaching through the exploration of instructional methodologies, critical theory related to teaching, and strategies for continual improvement.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
  
  • EDL 7750 - Instructional Leadership and Change



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Strategies for developing, maintaining continual improvement processes using systems planning, instructional data, evaluation of improvement plans and communication of planning and improvement with all stakeholders.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Seminar
  
  • EDL 7751 - Instructional Leadership and Change: STEM



    Credit Hour(s): 3
    Strategies for developing and maintaining continual improvement processes using systems planning and instructional data; evaluation of improvement plans; and, communicating planning and improvement with all stakeholders within various organizational contexts.
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

    Level: Graduate
    Schedule Type(s): Lecture
 

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