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EDU 602 Strategies and Techniques for Teaching

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.

EDU 603 Advanced Reading Diagnosis and Instruction

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.

EDU 605 History and Trends in Elementary School Curriculum Development

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.

EDU 606 Secondary Advanced Reading Diagnosis and Instruction

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.

EDU 607 Communication and Collaboration Strategies for Teacher Leaders

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.

EDU 608 Projects in Education

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.

EDU 609 History of Education

Development of modern education in Western civilization.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

EDU 613 Current Educational Issues

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.

EDU 614 Advanced Educational Psychology

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.

EDU 615 Survey of Science Education

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.

EDU 618 The Nature of Science in Science Teaching

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.

EDU 619 Continuing Registration for Final Research Project

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.

EDU 620 Problems of Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School

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.

EDU 622 Advanced Adolescent Psychology

Advanced analysis of growth, development, and behavior during adolescence.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

EDU 623 Understanding Literacy Research Methods

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.

EDU 624 Word Study and Vocabulary Development

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.

EDU 627 Teaching and Learning with Digital Literacies

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.

EDU 628 Secondary School Programs and Practices

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.

EDU 629 Reading and Writing Connections

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.

EDU 630 Organization and Implementation of School Literacy Programs

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.

EDU 632 Practicum in Literacy Assessment and Intervention

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.

EDU 633 Clinical Practice in Reading

Continuation of EDU 632. Prerequisites: EDU 533 and EDU 632 plus permission of instructor.

Credits
3(1-4)

Prerequisites

EDU 533 and EDU 632 plus permission of instructor

Corequisites

None.

EDU 635 Advanced Language Arts Instruction

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.

EDU 636 Foundations of Classroom Reading and Writing Instruction

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.

EDU 640 History and Trends in Elementary Social Studies Education

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.

EDU 641 Literacy in the Disciplines

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.

EDU 642 Creating Instructional Media

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.

EDU 643 Instructional Design

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.

EDU 645 Advanced Science Teaching Methods

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.

EDU 650 Literacy Coaching and Leadership

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.

EDU 651 Supervision of Student and Intern Teaching

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.

EDU 653 Higher Order Web-Mediated Learning

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.

EDU 655 The Community College

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.

EDU 658 Practicum in the Community College

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.

EDU 660 Methods of Educational Research

Planning, conducting, and interpreting findings of scientific studies in education.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

EDU 662 Applied Educational Measurement and Evaluation

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.

EDU 670 Reading in the Secondary School II

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.

EDU 682 Psychology of Child Development

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

EDU 687 Independent Study

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.

EDU 688 Independent Study

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.

EDU 689 Independent Study

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.

EDU 698 Thesis

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.