600
Examination, development, assessment, and use of teaching methods and strategies to engage learners at all levels of teaching or in presenting materials in workshop format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Diagnosing reading and writing difficulties for diverse learners and implementing research-based intervention practices designed to improve literacy in the Pre-K–12 classroom.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
History and trends in elementary school curriculum development. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Diagnosing reading and writing difficulties for diverse learners and implementing research-based intervention practices designed to improve literacy in the secondary classroom. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
This course offers teacher leaders strategies to facilitate effective communication and collaboration with professional peers, families, and the community.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Investigating, analyzing, and reporting on special problems, innovative programs, changing curricula, and new techniques in elementary education.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Development of modern education in Western civilization.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of solutions to significant and persistent issues/problems in education in the United States. Identical to MLE 613. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Educational psychology theories and research as tools for analyzing and evaluating teaching and learning. Prerequisite: Admission to a graduate degree program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to a graduate degree program.
Corequisites
None.
Exploration of current issues in science teaching and learning; foundational science education literature; projects based on classroom practice; relevant science education resources. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Teaching Integrated Science.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Arts in Teaching Integrated Science
Corequisites
None.
The philosophy, history, and sociology of science; the methods and goals of science; implications for teaching the nature of science. Prerequisites:
EDU 615.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
EDU 615
Corequisites
None.
A non-credit course intended for students who have completed all program credits but still need to use university resources to complete their degree requirements.
Credits
1(1-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Exploring cognitive issues, history, research, problem solving, technology, innovative programs, basic skills, and state and national standards in mathematics education. Prerequisite: Teaching Certificate.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Teaching Certificate
Corequisites
None.
Advanced analysis of growth, development, and behavior during adolescence.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Understanding and analyzing established and emerging literacy research methodologies and how each mode of inquiry can yield insights into literacy learning. Prerequisites: Admission to MA in Reading and Literacy K-12 program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to MA in Reading and Literacy K-12 program
Corequisites
None.
Teaching and learning about the structure and meaning of words based on students' developmental levels, grades K-12. Prerequisite: Admission to a graduate degree program in education.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to graduate degree program in education.
Corequisites
None.
Critical examination and application of technologies designed for literacy and multimodal expression, as applied to literacy acquisition and integration of digital resources into literacy curriculum. Prerequisites: Admission to graduate degree program in education.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to graduate degree program in education.
Corequisites
None.
Organization, content and philosophies underlying the establishment and operation of secondary schools. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Designing effective K-12 literacy programs that incorporate reading/writing connections. This course may be offered in an online format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Design, implementation and evaluation of school reading and writing programs, staff development, and the change process. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Pre/Co-requisites:
EDU 632 or
EDU 636.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
In this course, students will learn about the diagnostic procedures and materials; get supervised work with K-12 students or adolescents; and implement remediation procedures. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: Admission to a graduate degree program in education.
Credits
6(1-3)
Prerequisites
Admission to a graduate degree program in education.
Corequisites
None.
Credits
3(1-4)
Prerequisites
EDU 533 and EDU 632 plus permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
This course is designed to provide theoretical and pragmatic understanding of the six language arts, reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing, and visually representing. Prerequisites: Admission to a graduate degree program in education.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to a graduate degree program in education.
Corequisites
None.
Students examine the reading and writing process in classroom instruction and learn about techniques and materials appropriate for specific reading and writing approaches. Prerequisite: Admission to graduate degree program in education.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to graduate degree program in education
Corequisites
None.
Analysis of history and trends in elementary social studies education. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
This course will reinforce content teaching strategies and provide a conceptual framework for integrating reading, writing, and thinking in the disciplines. Prerequisites: Admission to a graduate degree program in education.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to a graduate degree program in education.
Corequisites
None.
Creation, evaluation, and implementation of multimedia technologies in classroom environments. Special attention is given to the theoretical and pedagogical principles underlying the use of multimedia. Prerequisites: EDU 590 or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
EDU 590 or graduate status
Corequisites
None.
A study of the principles of instructional design. Designing instructional systems, processes in learning and instruction, delivery systems and evaluating instruction are considered. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite:
EDU 590.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
EDU 590
Corequisites
None.
Planning, assessment, and evaluation of K-12 science teaching and learning; evaluation of science curriculum materials; exploration of effective science teaching practices. Prerequisites:
EDU 615.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
EDU 615
Corequisites
None.
Expectations and effective practices of literacy leaders; implementation of coaching models; design, implementation, and evaluation of school-wide literacy. Prerequisites: Admission to a graduate degree program in education.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to a graduate degree program in education.
Corequisites
None.
Development of knowledge and skills needed for supervising and mentoring in school settings. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format. Prerequisite: two years of teaching experience.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
two years of teaching experience
Corequisites
None.
Study of emerging Web technologies and practical skills for using the Web to creatively construct and communicate knowledge about educational topics. Prerequisites: EDU 590 or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
EDU 590 or graduate status
Corequisites
None.
History, philosophy, programs, and practices of community and junior colleges. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Opportunity to observe/teach, or work in library, counseling center or with community college administrators. Arrangements made at beginning of semester prior to course registration. CR/NC only. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format. Prerequisites: EDU 655 or current employment at a community college.
Credits
3-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
EDU 655 or current employment at a community college
Corequisites
None.
Planning, conducting, and interpreting findings of scientific studies in education.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Applications of measurement and evaluation principles to educational settings with emphasis on construction and use of achievement tests. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format. Prerequisite: admission to a graduate degree program in education.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
admission to a graduate degree program in education
Corequisites
None.
Materials and techniques of instruction employed by secondary school teachers and supervisors of reading. Prerequisites: EDU 330 and EDU 431, or EDU 450.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
EDU 330 and EDU 431, or EDU 450
Corequisites
None.
Facts and generalizations concerning the growth of children from birth to maturity. Identical to PSY 682. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format. Prerequisites: Graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Graduate status
Corequisites
None.
Cross Listed Courses
PSY 682
Prerequisites: 15 hours of graduate work and permission of department chairperson. Subject to credit limitation.
Credits
1-3(Spec)
Prerequisites
Prerequisites: 15 hours of graduate work and permission of department chairperson.
Corequisites
None.
Prerequisites: 15 hours of graduate work and permission of department chairperson. Subject to credit limitation.
Credits
1-3(Spec)
Prerequisites
Prerequisites: 15 hours of graduate work and permission of department chairperson.
Corequisites
None.
Prerequisites: 15 hours of graduate work and permission of department chairperson. Subject to credit limitation.
Credits
1-3(Spec)
Prerequisites
Prerequisites: 15 hours of graduate work and permission of department chairperson.
Corequisites
None.
A research-intensive project completed as a culminating experience to graduate study at the master’s level work in consultation with an advisor. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: EDU 660.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
EDU 660
Corequisites
None.