Apr 25, 2024  
Mansfield University 2010-2011 Graduate Catalog 
    
Mansfield University 2010-2011 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • ANH 5501 - World Cultures


    Comparative study of selected major cultural areas of the world. Institutional patterns characterizing the cultural complexes of Europe and Southwest Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, North and South America, and Africa south of the Sahara will be examined. This course improves cultural understanding by developing awareness, appreciation, understanding and sensitivity to other cultures around the world. It looks at the pattern of culture change over time and its impact on people.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite; permission of instructor required

    Credits: 3 SH When Offered: Infrequently offered course
  
  • ARE 5533 - Administration and Supervision of Art Education


    The investigation and identification of the roles, duties and responsibilities of art administration and art supervisors. Review the development and implementations of art programs in the public schools and in other environments with practical application directed toward the student’s present position.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARE 5534 - Application of Aesthetic Theory


    The concept of relating philosophic application of art and aesthetic content to the nature and comprehension of creativity.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARE 5535 - Art For Students With Diverse Needs


    An exploration of types of characteristics of children who are special: either gifted, physically disabled, emotionally disturbed, or culturally deprived, and strategies for art experiences with these children.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite ED 2205.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARE 5536 - History and Philosophy of Art Education


    This course entails an exploration of the History of art education and its past and present Philosophies and Theories. Students will examine how socio-cultural forces and events have impacted art education. Current trends and research in art education will be looked at in depth.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARE 5537 - Art Across the Curriculum


    This course explores methods for incorporating art into other subjects. Students will learn how to develop interdisciplinary (integrated) lessons that address multiple intelligences, are intellectually stimulating, and help develop children’s problem-solving skills.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARE 5540 - Art in the Community


    The course looks at the sepcific needs for community programs that are settings for an art educational experience outside of the K-12 classroom. Nursing homes, pre-schools, and after-school programs will be the focus of the oberservation and participation element of the course.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Graduate Art Education status.

    Credits: 3 SH Dual Listed: 4440
  
  • ARE 5590 - Art Education in the Elementary Curriculum


    A survey of programs in the elementary schools. An investigation of vibrant and imaginative strategies of teaching with emphasis on revitalizing the elementary art curriculum to meet the needs of today’s children.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARE 5593 - Art Education in the Secondary Curriculum


    An intensive appraisal of teaching strategies, methods and techniques in the secondary school. Emphasis on investigation and exploration of problems with methods for improvement and practical change.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARE 5594 - Qualitative Research in Arts Education


    Basic methods and procedures of qualitative research; APA writing style; leads to development of thesis or research project proposal.

    Credits: 3 SH Dual Listed: MU 5594
  
  • ARE 5598 - Research


    In this course the candidate for the M.Ed. in Art will submit a proposal for a research topic in art education. The student will then research the approved topic and write a scholarly document according to research paper specifications.

    Credits: 3 SH Notes: This course is taken after completion of all other coursework.
  
  • ARE 5599 - Thesis


    After completion of all required course work the candidate for the M.Ed. in Art will submit a proposal to his advisor for a research topic. The candidate will complete a written scholarly document for presentation to the graduate committee.

    Credits: 6 SH
  
  • ARH 5501 - Cultural Origins of Art


    A travel-study seminar abroad visiting various countries around the world. The course is planned as an intensive study of the humanities and cultures from which various art styles emerged. The director will conduct lectures throughout the tour.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARH 5502 - Art of The Far East


    Introduction and some in-depth study of Eastern Art. Cultural areas and arts covered are: India, China and Japan. Method of teaching involves reading, lectures, discussions, museum visits, films, a research and a specialized topic and an oral report on the topic. Students are encouraged to investigate resources, art monuments, collections, objects and philosophy.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARH 5503 - Art of The 15th and 16th Centuries


    The study of architecture, sculpture and painting in Italy, Flanders, Germany, France and Spain of the 15th and 16th centuries, emphasizing the characteristics and influences of the Renaissance and Post-Renaissance periods.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARH 5504 - Major Trends in Art of the 17th and 18th Centuries


    A comprehensive study of major contributions of European art and architecture during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARH 5505 - Major Trends in Modern Art


    A study of the major movements in modern art since the late nineteenth century, with analysis of techniques and concepts in their historical context; close attention to the characteristics and significance of the work of leading figures and the movements considered.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARH 5506 - History of African-American Art


    An investigation of contemporary African-American artists and their contributions to American society. An in-depth look into African-American history and its effect on art today.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARH 5507 - Empires of the World Through Art


    A study of how the art and architecture of various empires were used as images of power and political statement. The Roman, Byzantine, Holy Roman, Ottoman, Russian, and British Empires will be examined.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARH 5508 - Art and Mythology of Ancient Greece


    A study of the relationship between art and mythology in ancient Greece from the Bronze Age through the Classical and Hellenistic periods.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARH 5509 - Women in Art


    A study of the accomplishments and contributions of women in art and architecture from antiquity to the twentieth century. Women as subjects in art will also be examined, with emphasis on the cultural and artistic milieu in which they are represented.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARH 5510 - Women in Ancient Greek Art


    A study of women as subjects and patrons of ancient Greek art, with emphasis on the cultural and artistic milieu in which they are represented.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARH 5520 - Native Arts of the Americas


    A comprehensive study of the art and architecture of the traditional Native Americas, with emphasis on regional styles and cultural interpretation.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARH 5527 - Major Trends in Architecture


    Comprehensive study of the history of monumental buildings. Cultural trends, historical innovations, and individual contributions will be examined.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARH 5528 - Major Trends in American Art


    A study of the major trends in the art and architecture of the United States from the colonial period to the present.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ARH 5529 - Major Trends in the Graphic Arts


    A comprehensive study of the Graphic Arts, with emphasis on the traditional printmaking processes of relief, intaglio, lithography, and serigraphy.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ART 5431 - Printmaking


    An exploration into the printmaking processes of woodcut, lithography, serigraphy, calligraphy, etching, and engraving with emphasis on their use for creative expression.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: ARE 3331 or equivalent.

    Credits: 1-6 SH
  
  • ART 5501 - Painting


    The student is expected to concentrate either on advancing skills in media with which he or she already has some depth of experience, or to pursue experiments in unfamiliar media to increase the breadth of his/her knowledge.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: ARE 3301 or equivalent.

    Credits: 1-6 SH
  
  • ART 5518 - Photography


    Prior courses in photography or extensive photographic experience are necessary before taking this level of photography.˜˜All assignments will be on an individual basis with the goal being to give a one-person show at the end.˜˜

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: ARE 3318 or equivalent.

    Credits: 1-6 SH
  
  • ART 5520 - Graduate Art Seminar


    This course was designed to meet the needs of graduate students who are not currently employed as in-service teachers or new graduate students who have not taken Art Seminar (ART 4403) as an undergraduate at Mansfield University. Art Seminar provides students with the opportunity to further exchange ideas, enhance critical dialectic, and to participate in activities relevant to professional artist and art educators. In addition, students enrolled in Graduate Art Seminar will compile, focus, reflect, and organize their educational experience at Mansfield University into an electronic vita and professional portfolio. Students will be expected to give oral presentations. This course will further prepare Master of Education (M.Ed.), Art majors for a career in teaching.

    Credits: 2 SH
  
  • ART 5530 - Digital Photography


    A course designed to learn the digital camera in acquiring images, in preparing them on the computer for print, and in presenting prints in various formats. This course will sharpen the ability to recognize and develop a personal view of the world through photography.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: ARE 3330 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ART 5538 - Multicultural Crafts


    This class stresses the mastery skills of 2-D and 3-D craft ideas from around the world. Students will be required to work with a variety of materials and equipment and explore the history of crafts. Projects will be researched and designed on an individual basis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite ART 2238 or ART 3338.

    Credits: 1-6 SH
  
  • ART 5545 - 2-D Fibers


    The creative application of the principles and elements of design and color theory to fibers and fabrics. Techniques may include weaving, rug making, dyeing processes, basketry, macram,, crochet and lace making.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: ARE 3345 or equivalent.

    Credits: 1-6 SH Dual Listed: 3345/4445
  
  • ART 5546 - 3-D Fibers


    Fibers constructions used by ancient peoples to create textiles. Felting leads to spinning. Knitting and knotless netting lead into weaving and basketry. The floor looms are used to explore color and pattern in woven textiles.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: ART 2240; ART 2244; ART 2248; ART 2250.

    Credits: 1-6 SH Dual Listed: Dual listed with 3446/4446.
  
  • ART 5548 - Drawing


    An opportunity for the serious drawing student to translate original responses into visual statements that are inventive and personal. Investigations and explorations aimed at developing individual skill, vision and organizational concepts. Awareness of current tastes in the art of drawing will be considered. Stress on dialogue between teacher and student, plus group interaction.

    Credits: 1-6 SH
  
  • ART 5550 - Figure Drawing


    Drawing course concentrating on the visual language of the proportion, gesture, and composition of the human figure. Focus will be on the figure as inspiration, subject matter, abstraction and personal narrative. Exploration of ideas, techniques and “master” works included.

    Credits: 1-6 SH Dual Listed: Dual listed with 2250/3350.
  
  • ART 5551 - Metalcraft


    A studio course in applied metal design and advanced techniques in metalcraft. Project assignment will be based on student’s prior experience and interests in metal. Students will be exposed to a wide variety of methods of manipulating and fabricating metal forms. Student exposure will also include various methods of casting metal.

    Credits: 1-6 SH
  
  • ART 5565 - Computer Graphics


    Hands-on training in educational and graphic applications for teaching. A comprehensive survey of advanced principles and practices on the Macintosh computer as they relate to fine arts, to education, and to the community with media processes.

    Credits: 1-6 SH
  
  • ART 5571 - Ceramics


    An advanced studio course for the art teacher interested in bringing the importance of ceramics (past and modern world) to his or her students.

    Credits: 1-6 SH
  
  • ART 5581 - Sculpture


    A studio course in three-dimensional concepts and advanced techniques in sculpture. Project assignment will be based on student experience and interests in sculptured forms. Students will have the opportunity to work additively or subtractively in wood, stone, metal and will receive exposure to foundry casting.

    Credits: 1-6 SH
  
  • ART 5593 - Special Topics


    This course is constructed each time it is offered to address different contemporary or historical issues, media, and/or techniques of importance in art and art education.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: ART 2240; ART 2244; ART 2248; ART 2250.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ART 5595 - Special Projects


    An art project undertaken by an individual with special needs, special interests or special problems in art or art education. The student and instructor will mutually develop project goals.

    Credits: 1-6 SH Permission Required: Permission of the instructor, chairperson and Associate Provost are required.
  
  • ART 5596 - Exhibition


    Planning and execution of an exhibition of artwork produced during graduate studies. Contextual paper, artist statement, reception, advertising, as well as making the original art for display will be involved in this practice-based research project.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Graduate Art Education status.

    Credits: 6 SH
  
  • BIO 5561 - Management of Small Impoundments


    Theory, practice, and demonstration of managing farm ponds for optimal sport fishing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: 6 SH of college biology and permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3 SH When Offered: Infrequently offered course
  
  • BIO 5562 - Management of Streams and Large Impoundments


    Theory, practice, and demonstration of managing streams, rivers, natural lakes and large impoundments for optimal sport fishing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: 6 SH of college biology and permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3 SH When Offered: Infrequently offered course
  
  • BIO 5582 - Cell Physiology


    A study of a specialized field of cell biology which emphasizes phenomena dealing with the nature of the cell membrane and its transport activities, the reactions of cells to changes in environment, the mechanism of cell excitability and contraction, and other manifestations of cellular functioning such as nutrition, growth, and secretion.

    Credits: 3 SH When Offered: Infrequently offered course
  
  • COM 5545 - Effective Communication in Leadership Roles


    Leadership is inherently communicated and in order to lead one must be able to communicate effectively to and with followers.  This proposed course will explore modes of communication and leadership and the strengths and weaknesses of those models.  Students will examine issues facing leaders such as diversity, the communication of organizational values, response to change, presenting oneself effectively and other concerns. Students will be expected to articulate a perspective of their leadership style and the appropriateness of that style to their work environment. 

    Credits: 3 cr.
  
  • ED 5500 - Methods and Materials of Research


    An introduction to research and its practical application to professional problems, with attention given to types of educational evaluation of data on a scientific basis and development of reliable conclusions.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 5505 - Educational Psychology


    Focuses upon the application of learning theory principles in educational settings. This course emphasizes the educational implications and applications of research on child development, cognitive science, learning, and teaching. Students will learn how information and ideas drawn from research in educational psychology can be applied to solve the everyday problems of teaching.

    Credits: 3SH
  
  • ED 5506 - Field Experience


    This is a site-based pre-student teaching field experience in a diverse ethnic, language or SES community. Students will participate daily in public school classrooms in their field of study. Based on the site location, students will participate in community projects, interact in learning forums with other pre-service teachers and visit historical and cultural sites and museums.

    Credits: 9SH
  
  • ED 5510 - Fostering Adolescent Content Literacy


    Investigates current and foundational research on adolescent learning theory as it applies to literacy development and acquisition.  Provides proven core strategies that develop lifelong literacy skills and allow students to make meaning through interaction with varied forms of text, including non-print media, with the goal of enhancing student’s content comprehension and access to vocabulary.  Designed for the needs of the secondary content area teacher.  Offered in a modular timeframe format. 

    Credits: 3 SH Dual Listed: ED-3310
  
  • ED 5531 - Social Foundations of Education


    The development of new perspectives on contemporary educational issues through examination of the school as a social institution, study of the impact of world changes, and examination of the values to be sought through education in an emerging world community.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 5532 - Historical Foundations of Education


    The historical development of American education and study of European influences on the philosophies and practices of American schools. Historical trends are related to current problems and practices in education.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 5533 - Philosophical Foundations of Education


    Principles upon which to base instruction, recent developments in scientific methodology; theories of curriculum and school organization. Stress is placed upon the essential phases involved in building an individual working philosophy of education.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 5535 - Foundations of Education


    A study of the people and forces that impact American education through study of the history and philosophy of education. Development of new perspectives on contemporary educational issues.

    Credits: 3SH
  
  • ED 5540 - School Law


    Laws relating to American public schools (both elementary and secondary). Non-public schools are considered only to the degree they are affected by general statutes. The course is designed for persons concerned with the implications of school law.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 5541 - Selected Topics in Education


    A modularized course for the study of selected topics, which may be developed to meet the needs of individual school districts.

    Credits: 1-6 SH
  
  • ED 5545 - Analysis and Evaluation of Pupil Growth


    Current trends in the development of evaluative instruments in education. Emphasis is placed upon the development of teacher-made tests based on behavioral objectives.

    Credits: 3 SH When Offered: Infrequently offered course
  
  • ED 5550 - Comparative Education


    The similarities and differences prevailing within a particular society or culture. Identification and diagnosis of educational problems, ideals, and presuppositions in given societies; interpreting by cross-reference to similar patterns in other societies.

    Credits: 3 SH When Offered: Infrequently offered course
  
  • ED 5553 - Applications in Literacy Coaching


    Field-based literacy coaching for certified reading specialists.  Emphasis on needs-analysis and effective and  collaborative professional development in literacy-related pedagogy in the school setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Reading Specialist certification.

    Credits: 3 SH Dual Listed: ELE-5553
  
  • ED 5554 - Curriculum: Principles and Contemporary Thought


    A course which studies significant curriculum concepts giving particular attention to the following areas of curriculum study: (1) the dimensions of curriculum as a field of study, (2) forces affecting the curriculum, (3) the anatomy of the curriculum, (4) quality of curriculum, and (5) processes of curriculum development and implementation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Certification in an area of education or one of the following courses: ED 5545 Analysis and Evaluation of Pupil Growth, ED 5531 Social Foundations of Education, ED 5532 Historical Foundations of Education, ED 5533 Philosophical Foundations of Education, ED 5535 Foundations of Education.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 5556 - Secondary School Curriculum


    The major thrust of this course is curriculum interrelationships and curriculum balance. It provides opportunities for reading and research that will stimulate educational practitioners to examine their thinking about the secondary school curriculum.

    Credits: 2 SH When Offered: Infrequently offered course
  
  • ED 5560 - Children’s Literature, a Multi-Cultural Approach


    A study of books appropriate for preschool through the elementary grades; an exploration of creativity for pupils and teachers as inspired by children’s literature; the varied use of literature in teaching reading, language, content subjects and the arts.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 5562 - Cross-Curricular Teaching with Children’s Literature


    Children’s literature, when used along with textbook readings, can enhance content area teaching and learning. Students will examine uses of children’s books to enhance teaching and learning in language arts, science, social studies, mathematics, and the fine arts.

    Credits: 3 SH Dual Listed: ELE 5562
  
  • ED 5565 - Children’s Literature for the Middle Grades


    An investigation of the types and uses of children’s literature in middle grades, 4-8, with discussion of genres, integration of reading and writing, introduction of literary analysis, reading across the curriculum, and activities to foster literary appreciation, criticism, and creative expression.

    Credits: 3 SH Dual Listed: ELE 5565
  
  • ED 5568 - Selected Topics in Children’s Literature


    An in-depth study of a special area of children’s literature, with an emphasis on classroom applications.

    Credits: 3 SH Dual Listed: ELE 5568
  
  • ED 5569 - Children’s Literature in the Classroom: Related Research


    Content is designed as a seminar to provide an overview of major research findings in the area of teaching children’s literature and to allow students to pursue a topic of interest through an investigation of research.

    Credits: 3 SH Dual Listed: ELE 5569
  
  • ED 5570 - Endless Mountain Summer Writing Institute


    An affiliate of the National Writing Project (which is a sponsor in this grant-funded program) that offers educators in all disciplines and curricular areas the opportunity to come together as a diverse professional community of both teachers and writers. Workshops will include professional readings that focus on writing as a way of learning, daily writing/response sessions, and teacher demonstrations.

    Credits: 6 SH Dual Listed: ELE 5570 Notes: Participation in the projects’ post-institute professional development program is required.
  
  • ED 5571 - Endless Mt Writing Project Advanced Institute


    Advanced inquiry into the role of the teacher as writer, researcher, change agent and professional leader.  Enrollment is by invitation; prior application and interview are required, as is documented completion of a National Writing Project Summer Institute.  

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Successful completion of a National Writing Project Summer Institute at an NWP-approved site.

    Credits: 3 cr. Permission Required: Yes
  
  • ED 5585 - Teaching of Adults


    Students will identify characteristics and needs of various target groups choosing or needing to be involved in educational offerings for adults. They will explore lifelong learning as a phenomenon relative to many societal influences.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 5586 - Creating Teaching Materials With The Internet


    This course examines how to use the Internet as a classroom materials production center. Teachers will use evaluation techniques to examine and build graphics and software libraries from the Internet and to modify their current lessons with these Net-acquired materials.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 5590 - Introduction to Education Administration


    A survey course designed to give the prospective school leader an overview of educational administration and leadership. There is particular emphasis on decision-making, motivation, and effective relations with internal and external constituencies.

    Credits: 3 SH Notes: Full-time, K-12 classroom teaching required.
  
  • ED 5591 - Secondary Education Supervision


    A course concerned with what is taught and its effect on the learner. A special kind of teaching, involving a unique set of learners (teachers) and a unique content (curriculum). A course designed to train supervisors to deliberately educate classroom teachers about curriculum and how to teach it.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 5592 - The Teacher and Educational Leadership


    Culminating examination of basic problems and current trends in education, emphasizing the role of the teacher as professional leader in improving the educational program. An individual final project will be completed outlining a professional course of action for the chosen problem. The course is for elementary (M.Ed) and secondary (M.S.Ed.) program students during their final semester of graduate studies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: ED 5500.

    Credits: 3 SH When Offered: Infrequently offered course Dual Listed: ELE 5592
  
  • ED 5593 - Supervision of Student Teaching


    A course addressed to those who are associated with the supervision of student teachers, cooperating teachers, college administrators, college supervisors, secondary and elementary administrators, and directors of laboratory experiences.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 5595 - Special Projects


    This course is designed to meet the needs of each student who registers. Each study is based on an approved plan and may be taken for one to six SH..

    Credits: 1-6 SH Permission Required: Permission of the instructor, chairperson, and associate provost is required Notes: Students may be enrolled for a total of six credit hours.
  
  • ED 5596 - Supervision: Principles and Current Practices


    This course introduces principles and practices of supervision that support the professional development of teachers. Topics include the role of teaching and learning to teach; components of effective teaching; Mansfield University’s teacher education programs, including student teaching; supervision versus evaluation; clinical supervision; and multi-cultural issues related to supervision.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Certification in an area of education or one of the following courses: ED 5545 Analysis and Evaluation of Pupil Growth, ED 5531 Social Foundations of Education, ED 5532 Historical Foundations of Education, ED 5533 Philosophical Foundations of Education, ED 5535 Foundations of Education.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 5597 - Independent Study


    Designed for particular student needs relevant to specific problem areas and/or needs in the student’s school district.

    Credits: variable credit
  
  • ED 5598 - Research Project


    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 5599 - Thesis


    Credits: 6 SH Notes: (3 SH per Semester for 2 Semesters)
  
  • ED 5600 - Continuous Enrollment


    Continuous enrollment provides library access to graduate students who have completed their graduate courses and are working on a thesis or oral presentation.

    Credits: 0 SH Notes: The course may be repeated.
  
  • ED 6600 - Interdisciplinary General School Supervision


    An introduction to school supervision. An interdisciplinary course designed to inform potential supervisors about the theory and process of supervision in public schools.

    Credits: 3 SH Permission Required: Permission of the chairperson is required.
  
  • ED 6601 - Critical Topics Seminar for Supervisors


    A seminar providing a theoretical and practical base for topics related to school supervision.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ED 6602 - Internship in School Supervision


    (Elementary Education, Secondary Education, and Special Education) Internship in school supervision is a post-master’s supervised, professional, on-site field experience in a supervisory setting. During the internship, a full-time practicum in schools, the candidate will assume the role of the supervisor in rpactice under the guidance of well-qualified school personnel actively engaged in supervision. University staff will regularly visit the internship site to observe, advise, and evaluate as the candidate relates theory to practice.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • EDTL 603 - (LH): Educational Assessment Strategies


    This course will investigate the practical and theoretical issues involved in evaluating student performance, teacher performance and educational programs. The students enrolled in this course will examine a variety of assessment instruments and strategies and discuss the role (S) each has in the evaluation process. The course will enable students to plan, execute and interpret educational assessments.

    Credits: 3 SH Restricted: Restriction: Must have successfully completed a Bachelor’s Degree including undergraduate course work in Educational Psychology or Statistics.
  
  • EDTL 604 - (LH): Designing Assessments Using performance Standards


    The purpose of this course is to provide graduate students an understanding of and practice with the design and analysis of assessments and rubrics that can be employed in a standards-based classroom. Readings and activities are grounded in educational research and illustrated with meaningful classroom practices of teaching and learning in a standards-based environment.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • EDTL 609 - (LH): Classroom Management & Control


    Designed to promote student mastery of theory and practice related to classroom management. Explores Glasser’s choice theory, a humanistic view, quality school I implementation, Cantor’s assertive discipline, a technical view, and the practical uses of these concepts with students in the classroom. Students develop a repertoire of strategies to use for preventing and managing classroom discipline with all types of students and situations.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • EDTL 618 - (LH): Understanding the Role of Cognition & Social Skills in the Classroom


    This course is designed to promote student mastery of theory and practice related to cognitive and social skills training. Specifically, students will explore brain-based learning, cognitive skills research, social skills research, and the practical uses of these concepts with students in the classroom.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • EDTL 694 - (LH) Reflective Practice and Action Research II


    The purpose of this course is to provide graduate students experiences in executing and reporting classroom based, action research.  In addition, as a culminating program activity, it provides the opportunity to develop a professional portfolio which brings together all of the learning experiences along with a reflective statement that represents the students philosophy, teaching/learning theories and practices, and evidences of professional growth throughout the program. 

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Restricted to graduate students who have successfully completed 12 graduate credits including EDTL 600 or approval from the instructor.

    Credits: 3 Cr.
  
  • ELE 5391 - Contemporary Issues in Classroom Management


    Course addresses “at-risk” factors in children and classroom techniques that teachers may use to address students’ behavioral, social, and emotional needs. Content covers current research in contemporary issues in students’ developmental levels, at-risk factors, diversity, gender-related factors, diversity, gender-related factors, family issues, SES, homelessness, and motivation for learning. Students will compile professional portfolio to support their implementing course knowledge in the classroom.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ELE 5502 - Innovative Educational Practices


    A course designed to give students opportunities to critically examine innovative ideas, plans and practices; to develop strategies and models, which can be tested in classroom situations; and to participate in sessions designed to critically appraise these strategies and models.

    Credits: 1-3 SH When Offered: Infrequently offered course
  
  • ELE 5503 - Elementary Language Arts


    The course examines theory, research, and practices of effective integrated elementary language arts instruction.  Methods of teaching listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and visual representations are discussed.  Featured topics include elementary writing instruction, spelling, grammar, handwriting, word study, poetry, technology, reader’s theater, and uses of children’s literature to teach language arts.  Students who have previously taken ELE 4403 in an on-line format may not take ELE 5503.

    Credits: 3SH
  
  • ELE 5505 - Seminar in Early Childhood Education


    An advanced seminar in planning developmentally appropriate, early childhood programs. Topics include: theories of teaching and learning; planning integrated curriculums with thematic units and centers; guiding children’s learning; assessing and evaluating learning; including all children and their families.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ELE 5511 - An Introduction to British Education


    A course aimed at providing teachers a firsthand look at the innovations, accomplishments and problems of British education. The participant will have the opportunity to work side by side with a British teacher, get involved with British children and observe various techniques at work in a number of British schools.

    Credits: 3 or 6 SH
  
  • ELE 5512 - Reading/Writing in British Schools


    An examination of the integrated language arts curriculum employed in British education. This companion course to “Introduction to British Education” includes first-hand experience observing and participating in British schools.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ELE 5513 - Diagnosis and Prescription in Mathematics


    This course allows elementary school teachers to participate in the diagnosis and remediation of children’s mathematics error patterns through the use of individual prescription lesson plans. Focus is on diagnosis and prescription, instructional methodology, use of manipulatives, calculators, and current computer technology.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ELE 5523 - Foundations of Reading Instruction


    Theories of reading development; approaches to reading instruction; effective classroom organizations and practices; emergent literacy; content area reading; developing word identification and comprehension strategies; integrated language arts and literature in teaching reading.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ELE 5524 - Diagnosis of Reading Difficulties


    Identifying reasons for reading failure; characteristics, advantages, and shortcomings of formal and informal assessments; naturalistic assessment techniques; selecting appropriate assessments for individual students; communicating with parents; professional roles of the reading specialist.

    Credits: 3 SH
  
  • ELE 5525 - Whole Language


    Belief systems in whole language and means of translating educational beliefs into classroom practice; several featured topics include big books, experience charts and chants, literature-based instruction, building literature environments, portfolio assessment, collaborative learning projects, and reading-writing connections.

    Credits: 3 SH When Offered: Infrequently offered course
  
  • ELE 5528 - Developmental and Remedial Reading in the Middle and Secondary School


    Reading methods and materials, and diagnosis and correction of reading disabilities and behaviors for reading in content material as it applies to the middle school and secondary school.

    Credits: 3 SH
 

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