Mar 28, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Communication

  
  • COM 307 - Communication and Gender


    3 credits
    Communication and Gender is designed to integrate theory and practice in the study of gender as a communication variable. Gender similarities and differences will be examined in the context of interpersonal and professional relationships.
    Prerequisite(s): COM 101  
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • COM 309 - Intercultural Communication


    3 credits
    A study of the complexity of communication in the intercultural setting. This course looks at the roles of context and power in intercultural interactions from a variety of perspectives.
    Prerequisite(s): COM 101  
    Term Offered: Odd Fall semesters
  
  • COM 311 - Listening


    3 credits
    Analysis of the nature, process, barriers to and improvement of listening skills. Speaker, listener, location, and message variables as related to comprehension are discussed.
    Prerequisite(s): COM 101  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • COM 315 - Persuasive Communications


    3 credits
    Study of persuasive messages from the viewpoint of both sender and receiver.
    Prerequisite(s): COM 101  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • COM 331 - Principles of Public Relations


    3 credits
    An introduction to the principles of public relations including history, ethics, theory, concepts, uses, techniques, and practice.
    Prerequisite(s): COM 101  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • COM 332 - Practice of Public Relations


    3 credits
    An advanced study of public relations strategies emphasizing program development and crisis communication. Tactics will include press release series, fact sheets, speechwriting and delivery, writing and editing for public relations publications, and special events planning.
    Prerequisite(s): COM 201  and COM 331  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • COM 333 - Leadership and Communication


    3 credits
    Leadership competence is the product of communication competence. This course looks at the different approaches to leadership, leadership traits, leadership and team member communication styles, ethical responsibilities of leaders, and the Christ-like model of servant leadership.
    Prerequisite(s): COM 101  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • COM 340 - Health Communication


    3 credits
    Health Communication is a diverse field devoted to communication as it is used to provide health care and promote public health. This course will include topics from areas of communication research including interpersonal, intercultural, group, organizational, and mass media. We will expand, explore and apply students’ knowledge of communication skills and theories by designing a public health campaign.
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • COM 350 - History and Criticism of Public Address


    3 credits
    An historical and critical study of public discourse in a variety of forms. This course is designed to enable students to understand the impact and influence of this practical art form on belief and action of receivers.
    Prerequisite(s): COM 101  
    Term Offered: Even fall semesters
  
  • COM 360 - Communication and Conflict


    3 credits
    A study of the relationship and the process of human conflict. Conflict within families, personal relationships, and business settings with strategies for management.
    Prerequisite(s): COM 101  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • COM 375 - Creativity and Communication


    3 credits
    Creativity and Communication critically examines theories of creativity, the creative process, how the brain produces creative ideas, creative collaboration, and the impact of constraints, attitude, and environment on one’s personal creative expression. This course also explores creativity from a Christian perspective, recognizing that people were formed in the image of their Creator.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • COM 380 - Non-Verbal Communication


    3 credits
    An introduction to non-verbal communication in everyday interaction. Emphasis on reading, observation, analysis, and presentation of research through individual and group projects.
    Prerequisite(s): COM 101  
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • COM 402 - News Reporting


    3 credits
    Advanced news reporting for print and electronic media. Students will bring together technical and conceptual skills in writing, production and investigative research by creating a variety of print, broadcast, and web-based news stories. 
    Prerequisite(s): COM 302  
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • COM 403 - Issues in Contemporary Mass Communication


    3 credits
    This course addresses from a Christian perspective the cultural, ethical, and moral issues faced by those in the field of mass communication as they link the mass media and American society.
    Prerequisite(s): Declared COM/CAR majors and minors
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • COM 405 - Sports Communication


    3 credits
    An advanced study of mass and interpersonal communication in the field of sports. Emphasis in the critical analysis of written and broadcast sports communication, the history of sports communication, and interpersonal communication in sports including coaching and athlete interaction.
    Prerequisite(s): Declared COM/CAR majors and minors
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • COM 431 - Senior Seminar in Communication


    3 credits
    An integrative academic experience for communication majors in their final semester of study. Considered a senior capstone course where students demonstrate their communication competence. Required of all communication majors.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • COM 490 - Communication Internship


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with the department and Internship Coordinator.
    Term Offered: Every semester

Computer Science

  
  • CSC x91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
    Selected advanced topics in computer science. Content varies. Course may be taken for credit more than once with different topics. Possible topics include robotics, event programming (Windows), computer games, computational linguistics, or others. Offered as needed. 
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • CSC x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    By arrangement of department
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • CSC 131 - Introduction to Programming


    4 credits
    Introduction to a programming language. Fundamental problem solving concepts with an object-oriented language, elementary and structured data types, sequence control, data control, human interfaces, and program debugging. Weekly programming projects.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • CSC 231 - Object Oriented Design and Software Development


    3 credits
    This course develops skills based on real-world software development. Study of the object-oriented design paradigm and software development processes. The semester is spent designing and implementing a major project starting with requirements and working through implementation, final testing and delivery. There are also several short papers and a classroom presentation.
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 131  
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • CSC 250 - Internet Programming


    3 credits
    This course focuses on web technologies, especially server-side programs, client-side scripts and the concept of applets. On the server-side, it covers file management and common server architectures. It also covers web protocols, internet information servers, browsers and API’s (Application Programming Interfaces), database-driven websites, security issues and firewalls. Students will implement several web-based applications.
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 231  
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • CSC 311 - Data Structures


    3 credits
    Basic structures (arrays, object classes, queues, lists, stacks, etc.) in computer science, the application of these structures (sorting, searching, recursion, graph theory, etc) and algorithm efficiency. Weekly programming projects.
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 231  or consent of instructor
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • CSC 321 - Computer Organization


    3 credits
    Instruction and data representation, addressing, operations, program linkage, input/output, interrupts, traps, and basic assembly language programming for one microprocessor family. Several programming projects and a short research paper.
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 311  or consent of instructor
    Term Offered: Odd fall semesters
  
  • CSC 340 - Programming Language


    3 credits
    This course surveys the history of programming languages and programming paradigms, including procedural, object-oriented, functional, declarative non-algorithmic, and scripting languages. It covers virtual machines and intermediate languages, and compares interpreters and compilers. Also covered are the topics of binding, scope, type-checking, garbage collection and security. There will be frequent programming assignments in a variety of important computer languages exemplifying each language type.
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 311  or consent of instructor
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • CSC 361 - Database Systems


    3 credits
    This course covers the design, organization, processing and administration of databases. Database models, data dictionary, file organization, query languages, security, integrity and reliability. Extensive hands-on use of a DBMS.
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 231  or consent of instructor
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • CSC 373 - Introduction to Cryptography


    3 credits
    An introduction to the field of classical and mathematical cryptography. Topics include linguistic techniques and classical cryptographic methods, key exchange protocols, public key cryptography, factoring techniques and primality testing, digital signatures, hash functions, secret sharing schemes, and relevant number theoretic methods.

    This course is cross-listed with MAT 373 .
     
    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing and MAT 222  or MAT 230 
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters

  
  • CSC 375 - Operating Systems


    3 credits
    A study of computer operating system principles. Topics include threads, processes and protection, synchronization and deadlocks, memory management including virtual memory, file systems, distributed systems, messaging, and security. There will be several programming assignments and a short research paper.
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 311  or consent of instructor
    Term Offered: Odd fall semesters
  
  • CSC 410 - Computer Graphics


    3 credits
    An introduction to the techniques, concepts, algorithms, and data structures used in computer graphics and computer imaging. We will study vector tools, transformations, polygonal meshes, threedimensional viewing, curve and surface design, color theory, hidden surface removal and ray tracing. There will be frequent programming assignments using a standard graphics API (Application Programming Interface - typically openGL).
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 311  or consent of instructor
    Term Offered: Even fall semesters
  
  • CSC 471 - Data Communication


    3 credits
    The physical basis for communication, modulation techniques, synchronous and asynchronous transmission, analog and digital signaling, multiplexing, hardware and software, networks and protocols, and design considerations.
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 311  or consent of instructor
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • CSC 481 - Artificial Intelligence


    3 credits
    History and application of AI, knowledge representation, control strategies and reasoning. Techniques of search, data driven programming, frames, production-rule systems, and logic programming. Major project required.
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 311  or consent of instructor
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
  
  • CSC 485 - Senior Capstone Experience


    3 credits
    This capstone experience is designed to survey important areas computer science not specifically covered by the curriculum. This includes ethics, human interface design, automata theory, and topical subjects as appropriate such as agile development processes, net neutrality, or internet censorship. Students will complete and present a major project in consultation with the instructor. The project could be a research paper or a programming project. There will also be several short research papers and presentations.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and consent of instructor.
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • CSC 490 - Computer Science Internship


    Variable credits
    By arrangement of department
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • CSC 498 - Independent Research


    Variable credits
    By arrangement of department
    Term Offered: See department chair

Criminal Justice

  
  • CJS x91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
    An intensive study and discussion of selected topics in criminal justice. May be repeated with change of topic.
  
  • CJS 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice


    3 credits
    This course is a survey of topics relating to the American system of Criminal Justice. The subjects covered in lecture include criminal law, the court system, policing, juvenile justice, and punishment and corrections.
  
  • CJS 102 - Criminal Law and Procedure


    3 credits
    This course introduces students to the study of substantive and procedural criminal law. Lecture topics include: the purposes of criminal law, the elements of criminal law, defenses to crimes, as well as the rules and procedures that govern criminal court before and at trial.
  
  • CJS 201 - Criminal Investigation Procedure


    3 credits
    This course studies Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendment constitutional restraints on the activities of law enforcement officers during the investigatory stage of the criminal process. Lecture topics include: investigative detention, arrest, police interrogation, searches and seizures, and the right to counsel.
  
  • CJS 301 - Introduction to Legal Studies


    This course will introduce students to the judicial system. It will address the theory and methods involved in legal analysis and the legal services industry. Students will study case law, ethical reasoning in judicial settings, and the role of the judicial system in both state and federal contexts.
  
  • CJS 302 - Legal Research and Writing


    3 credits
    This course is an introduction to the resources and research methods required for report writing. Students will analyze and write incident reports, investigative reports, arrest reports, and citations. Course topics will include: the interpretation of reports produced by medicolegal personnel, psychiatric and mental health professionals,
    clinicians, and caseworkers, and the research and writing techniques involved in the production of legal memoranda and trial briefs.
  
  • CJS 320 - Juvenile Delinquency


    3 credits
    This course examines the causes and consequences of juvenile delinquency. Students study the history of juvenile justice, current trends in juvenile corrections, and the juvenile court process.
  
  • CJS 350 - Criminal Punishment


    3 credits
    This course covers the history of crime and punishment in the United States. The subjects covered in lecture address the theories that surround punishment systems, the emergence and development of the prison system, inmates’ legal rights, and community corrections.
  
  • CJS 490 - Internship


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with department.

Digital Cinema and Media

  
  • DCM x91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
  
  • DCM x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with the department.
  
  • DCM 195 - Practicum


    Variable credits
    Credit is earned through significant involvement in cinema or digital projects on WLC campus. Positions are designated by faculty as approved practicum opportunities for a given project.
  
  • DCM 341 - Feature Production


    3 credits
    This course will build on basic production techniques concentrating on lighting and diffusion including the uses of flags, cookies, gels, and scrims. Training in camera placement and movement will illustrate how production can be enhanced by proper use. Skills in live events, sports and events production will be studied and explored.
    Prerequisite(s): DCM 241  and DCM 242  
  
  • DCM 342 - Digital Media and Directing


    3 credits
    Students will develop, write, direct and edit a ten-minute digital artifact. Emphasis will be spent on the skills needed to direct talent for the camera and cinematography. Editing and post production skills will also be enhanced in this course.
    Prerequisite(s): DCM 241  and DCM 242 
  
  • DCM 344 - Media and Entertainment Business


    3 credits
    An overview of the business side of filmmaking, producation and distribution media. The course will provide students with an understanding of the role of the producer, freelancer, and corporate media director and how to distribute completed media effectively to audiences.
    Prerequisite(s): DCM 241 , DCM 242  and DCM 341 
  
  • DCM 431 - Digital Cinema and Media Production Capstone 1


    1.5 credits
    Students will develop, write, pre-produce, storyboard, and schedule the production of a twenty to thirty minute feature production. Required of all DCM majors.
    Prerequisite(s): DCM 241 , DCM 242 , DCM 243 , DCM 342 , DCM 341  and declared DCM majors
  
  • DCM 432 - Digital Cinema and Media Production Capstone 2


    1.5 credits
    Students will produce, shoot, edit, market and screen a feature production. Required of all DCM majors.
    Prerequisite(s): DCM 431  and declared DCM majors
  
  • DCM 490 - Internship


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with the department.

Environmental Science

  
  • ESS x91 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
    In-depth study of advanced topic in environmental science. May be repeated for credit with a new topic.
    Prerequisite(s): Varies with topic. 
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • ESS x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    By arrangement
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • ESS 182 - Environmental Science


    4 credits
    A comprehensive overview of environmental science considering ecosystems, natural resources, solid waste, soil, water, air, energy, conservation and including basic concepts of science including chemistry, biology, physics, and cycles. The lab experience includes traditional labs, outdoor labs, tours of community facilities, and student-driven projects. 3 lec., 3 hrs. lab.
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • ESS 300 - Geomorphology


    4 credits
    This course will focus on the study of earth surface processes in geological environments. Topics will include: weathering, erosion, nutrient cycles, sediment production, and landforms. Laboratory exercises will include topographic map interpretation and instruction in geographical information systems (GIS) with an emphasis on environmental applications. 3 lec. 3 hours lab
    Prerequisite(s): ESS 182  or consent of instructor
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
  
  • ESS 490 - Environmental Science Internship


    Variable credits
    By arrangement
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • ESS 498 - Independent Research


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with the department.
    Term Offered: Every semester

Education

  
  • EDU x99 - Independent Study


    Variable credits
    By arrangement with the department.
  
  • EDU 201 - Education in a Diverse Society


    3 credits
    The organization, administration, special programs, and financing of education which reflect current social issues and project the future of education.
    Term Offered: Every semester
  
  • EDU 210 - Educational Psychology


    3 credits
    This course introduces the psychological principles, theories, and methodologies related to issues of education, teaching, and learning in schools. Special emphasis is placed on child through adolescent cognitive, linguistic, socio-emotional, physical, and spiritual development. As well as the nature of learning within the context of developing student in the classroom. Principles of Christian life and servant-leadership are integrated throughout the course.
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • EDU 221 - Instr. & Classroom Man. Strategies


    2 credits
    An examination of the objectives, materials, and methods of planning for teaching on the elementary/middle and middle/secondary level. Includes preparation of units, demonstration, and participation in instructional laboratory experiences geared for the respective elementary/middle or middle/secondary levels. Field work included: concurrently enroll in EDU 292 .
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • EDU 222 - Instructional Technology


    2 credits
    For the prospective teacher who desires to explore more innovative technological applications and software; off-campus investigation of technology in practice; demonstration and/or presentation of findings required.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 280 - Topics in Instruction


    Variable credits
    Special topics in education and instruction techniques will be taught occasionally. Possible areas of student include environmental education, specific exceptional education areas, cooperative learning, and collaboration instruction.
    Prerequisite(s): EDU 221  Field work may be included.
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • EDU 292 - Clinical: Pre-admission


    1 credits
    A practical experience in elementary, middle, or secondary schools in which students observe teachers, assist with small group instruction, interact in diverse learning environments, and teach a program lesson. Must be taken concurrently with EDU 221  or with consent of the director.
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • EDU 311 - Educating the Exceptional Individual


    3 credits
    Study of individuals who have exceptional educational needs as defined by the state, the unique characteristics of the various disability areas, alternatives to providing the least restrictive educational environment, methods for teaching such children in the regular classroom, and the use of special referral systems and processes.
    Prerequisite(s): EDU 210  and admission to School of Education or consent of the Director of Teacher Education
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • EDU 312 - Instructional Strategies: Birth - 8


    3 credits
    An examination of a developmentally appropriate program planning: the leading models of ECE and the published curricula to facilitate the diverse needs of young children. Both a linear and integrated study of math, science/environmental science, social studies, art, and music are researched. Guidance and the development of social/emotional competence coupled with an anti-bias and multicultural lens are also explored as integral to the learning environment. Field work required: concurrently enroll in EDU 382 .
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 314 - Assessment Early Education


    2 credits
    Introduces the purposes of assessment and evaluation with developmental considerations and procedures that are contrasted with alternative approaches and strategies for implementation.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 315 - Wellness and Movement


    1 credits
    A study of movement experiences for the early childhood classroom. Identifies curriculum (health, nutrition, and fitness) strategies, and resources that are developmentally appropriate. Emphasis is given to the preschool and early elementary levels with integration to the classroom. Kindergarten field work included.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 316 - Home/School/Community Partnerships


    2 credits
    A study of the relationship between children, families, schools, and the community. The course focuses on family structures and social factors that influence them. Emphasis will be given to developing partnership programs, techniques of communication between home and school, methods of actively engaging families in the school, and the use of community resources to benefit family and school interaction.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 319 - Topics in Early Childhood Education


    Variable credits
    Specialized programs offered to utilize the expertise of EC educators available as guest instructors or to complement the core program by addressing timely issues of concern for ECE programs. Includes topics appropriate for recertification and staff development.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 323 - Instructional Strategies - Middle School


    3 credits
    A study of middle school philosophy, structure, models of curriculum integration, and methods. In addition, participants examine physical, intellectual, and socio/emotional issues as essential components of middle school instruction. Field work included: students concurrently enroll in EDU 394 .
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • EDU 324 - Teaching Social Studies


    2 credits
    An examination of the objectives and techniques of teaching social studies on the elementary/middle school level including the study of service learning, curriculum materials, methods, assessment, and evaluation. . Field work included: students concurrently enroll in EDU 390 .
    Prerequisite(s): EDU 221  and admission to the Teacher Education Program or consent of the director
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • EDU 326 - Teaching Health


    1 credits
    Study of methods, materials and content of elementary/middle school health programs. Areas stressed include critical health issues, concepts, and environmental concerns which interrelate the positive relationship between health knowledge and practice and integrate with core subjects.
    Prerequisite(s): EDU 221  and admission to the Teacher Education Program or consent of the director.
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • EDU 327 - Teaching Science


    2 credits
    An introduction to teaching the content and processes of science in the elementary/middle school. Included are the components of good science education: the nature of problem solving, scientific knowledge, and the interactions of science, technology, and society. Methods and strategies of teaching science will be studied and practiced. Students will play and active role in sharing their activities and will practice teaching techniques. Attendance at an environmental science education workshop is required. Students are also responsible for basic science content. Field work included: students concurrently enroll in EDU 391 .
    Term Offered: Spring semester
  
  • EDU 328 - Teaching Mathematics


    3 credits
    Content and methods of teaching mathematics to middle childhood through early adolescent students. Curricula, lesson preparation, and the context for learning are emphasized within the framework of national/state standards. Problem-solving, the use of technology, assessment, and an action research model are included. Field work included: students concurrently enroll in EDU 392 .
    Prerequisite(s): a college math course, EDU 221 , and admission to the Teacher Education Program or consent of the Director.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • EDU 330 - Emerging Literacy 1


    3 credits
    A study of the ways children from infancy through grade 5K develop as oral language users, readers, and writers. Emphasis is given toward classroom organization, curriculum design, instructional strategies, and home/school collaboration to support children’s literacy learning. Field work required: concurrently enroll in EDU 383 .
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 332 - Models of Teaching Writing


    2 credits
    A study of the methods at the elementary and middle/secondary levels as applied to the content areas. Students examine the theories, methods, and instructional techniques informing each method.
    Prerequisite(s): EDU 221  and admission to the Teacher Education Program or consent of the director.
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • EDU 333 - Emergent Literacy 2


    3 credits
    A study of the nature and process of reading, instructional procedures for developing reading skills (phonological awareness, letter/sound relationships, spelling patterns, word meaning and structure), comprehension, reading and writing workshop (whole, small, and individual work), reading intervention models, language development and handwriting. Field work required: concurrently enroll in EDU 396 .
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • EDU 334 - Reading Interests: Middle Childhood


    2 credits
    Study of the story interests of children; emphasis on interactive strategies involving content area applications and processing through social and affective responses; correlation of literature as instructional, enjoyable and bibliotherapeutic.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Education Program or consent of the director
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 335 - Reading Interests: Pre-Adolescent and Adolescent


    2 credits
    Study of reading interests of the young adult: grades 6 and above; examination of historical development, current trends, and characteristics of young adult literature; analysis and investigation of the present reading, viewing and listening habits of adolescents; evaluation of such from the Christian perspective emphasized.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Education Program or consent of the director
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 341 - Instructional Strategies in the Minor


    2 credits
    A practical examination of the objectives, methods, skills, curriculum for teaching in the minor areas. Includes study of activity learning, materials, development and implementation of curriculum, evaluative methods and instructional strategies employed in the teaching of the minor. (Primarily intended for the young middle/secondary level minors.) Field work included: students concurrently enroll in EDU 395 .
    Prerequisite(s): EDU 221  and admission to the Teacher Education Program or consent of the director
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • EDU 342 - Instructional Strategies in the Major


    2 credits
    A practical examination of the objectives, methods, skills, curriculum for teaching in the major areas. Includes study of activity learning, materials, development and implementation of curriculum, evaluative methods and instructional strategies employed in the teaching of the middle/secondary major. (Primarily intended for middle or middle/secondary level majors.) Field work included: students concurrently enroll in EDU 393 .
    Prerequisite(s): EDU 221  and admission to the Teacher Education Program or consent of the director
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  
  • EDU 343 - Early Childhood Methods for Wide Range Educators


    2 credits
    This course focues on the research that embodies the study of planning for developmentally appropriate curricula and classroom to support the physical, social/emotional, and cognitive/literacy development of children at the early childhood level. Emphasis is on applying such knowledge and skills to art, music, theatre, andor foreign language. Activities develop specific capabilities and attitudes that anchor the academic foundation for school success. Innovative strategies and assessment for measuring learning in these disciplines are also included. Field work required (EDU 385 ).
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 345 - Instructional Strategies, Assessment, and Curriculum for Students with Learning and Behavior Problems


    3 credits
    The instructional content, researched-based strategies, diagnosis, and evaluation of effectiveness for responsive and inclusive programming for special need learners; addresses formalized individualized plans; focuses on systematic approaches and methods of selection, development, and maintenance of materials, environment and resources for optimum learning.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 346 - Instructional Strategies/General Music


    2 credits
    A methods course in general music which will develop the skills and strategies needed in the instruction of general music from primary through secondary schools.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Music Education
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 347 - Instructional Strategies/Choral


    2 credits
    A methods course in choral music which will develop the skill and strategies needed in the instruction of choral music from primary through secondary schools.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Music Education
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 348 - Instructional Strategies/Instrumental


    2 credits
    A methods course in instrumental music which will develop the skills and strategies needed in the instruction of instrumental music from primary through secondary schools.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Music Education
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 349 - Teaching Literature


    3 credits
    A survey of adolescent literature and issues in selecting and teaching literature. Introduction to reader-response theory and the teaching of literature and writing.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Education Program
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 351 - Strategies for Teaching Behavior-Challenged Learners


    3 credits
    A multi-faceted study of strategies that assist with developing a responsibility-oriented classroom; practice at clarifying and communicating expectations; establishing reasonable rules, logical consequences and problem solving; exploration of tools that guide a positive learning environment; focuses on those learners with additional challenges in behavior as a result of emotionally/behaviorally disabled or at risk characteristics. Establishing skills developing a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) and Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP) are practiced.
    Prerequisite(s): EDU 311  and admission to the Special Education Major consent of the Director of Teacher Education.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 352 - Introduction to Learning Disabilities


    2 credits
    Study of the intervention and remediation techniques to assist learners in academic and social/behavioral areas; teaming and collaborative approaches are examined with emphasis on delivering appropriate programming and instruction for the learning disabled student in the inclusive setting.
    Prerequisite(s): EDU 311  and admission to the Teacher Education Program or consent of the director.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 353 - Intervention Strategies and Approaches for (LD, EBD, CD)


    3 credits
    A practical study in the observation and identification of reading and mathematics learning difficulties; emphasis is on designing informal assessments, interpreting formal assessments, and developing age-appropriate math and reading strategies, including tutorial assistance reinforcement and remediation strategies, and real-life applications. Components of Response to Intervention are utilized for optimum student learning.
    Prerequisite(s): EDU 311  and admission to School of Education or consent of the Director of Teacher Education
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 354 - Gifted Learners


    2 credits
    Exploration of various models which address the needs of the gifted/talented learner through extension or enrichment; study of the social, academic, and environmental issues confronting such learners.
    Prerequisite(s): EDU 311  and Admission to the Teacher Education Program or consent of the director.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 357 - Collaborative and Assistive Technology


    3 credits
    This class concentrates on two major topics: One, working with dynamic sharing and cloud computing and its implications and impact on education; and two, technologies used for assistive and remedial education. This is a project based, implementation-style course.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Special Education Major or consent of the Director of Teacher education.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 360 - Student Motivation


    2 credits
    Focus on the environmental issues, teacher strategies, and home partnerships that are critical elements affecting student motivation; identification, cause and correction of underachievement.
    Prerequisite(s): EDU 311  and Admission to the Teacher Education Program or consent of the director.
  
  • EDU 380 - Special Topics


    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  
  • EDU 382 - Clinical: Early Childhood Models


    1 credits
    A practical experience in preschool classrooms which emphasizes foundational components in developing a developmentally appropriate program.
    Prerequisite(s): Must be taken concurrently with ENG 313  or EDU 314  or with consent of the director.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 383 - Clinical: Literacy Early Childhood Education


    1 credits
    A practical experience in primary classrooms which emphasizes curriculum development, lesson planning, and assessments in a developmentally appropriate program. Must be taken concurrently with EDU 330  or with consent of the Director of Teacher Education.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 385 - Clinical: Wide Range Educators


    1 credits
    A practical experience in early childhood settings which emphasizes curriculum, instruction and assessments in a developmentally appropriate art, music, theatre, or foreign language class.
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
  
  • EDU 390 - Clinical: Social Studies


    1 credits
    A practical experience in the middle school setting which emphasizes the service learning component of the teacher education program; observation of classroom instruction and mentoring of middle school students in a service learning project. Must be taken concurrently with EDU 324  or with consent of the director.
    Term Offered: Spring semester
 

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