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ARCHIVED 2013-2014 Graduate Catalog 
    
ARCHIVED 2013-2014 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Graduate Courses


 

Sociology

  
  • SOC 584 - Internship in Sociology


    Application of theory, methods and techniques in a cooperating agency under faculty supervision. S/U grading. 9 hours per week per course.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOC 585 - Internship in Sociology


    Application of theory, methods and techniques in a cooperating agency under faculty supervision. S/U grading. 9 hours per week per course.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SOC 594 - Topics in Sociology


    Topics in Sociology

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • SOC 801 - Rural Society


    Historical and contemporary survey of key social institutions within rural areas in the United States with attention to the processes of demographic and structural change.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3

Special Education

  
  • SPED 500 - Creative Thinking and Problem Solving


    Exploration of creative thinking; emphasis on current research and present methodologies of problem-solving.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 501 - Introduction to Learning Disabilities


    Historical concepts and theories of learning disabilities; educational characteristics of learning disabled children; overview of remedial programs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 240 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 502 - Current Issues in Special Education


    Investigation and interpretation of educational issues in special education.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 503 - Current Issues in Gifted Education


    Investigation and interpretation of educational issues in gifted education.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • SPED 504 - Educational Programs for Students with Behavioral Disorders


    Study of identification procedures, affective and behavioral techniques, and instructional programs for teaching students with behavioral disorders.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 505 - Educational Programs for Students with Learning Problems


    Advanced approaches and methods for teaching students with learning problems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 401 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 506 - Advanced Methods to Teach Students with High Incidence Disabilites


    Characteristics, needs, and advanced methods of teaching students with mild to moderate disabilities in the general curriculum.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 507 - Behaviorial and Social Needs of Exceptional Learners in the General Curriculum


    Principles and techiques of individual behavior management in the general curriculum.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Must be accepted into the MAT program.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 528 - Programs and Services for Individuals with Severe/Profound Disabilities


    Addresses programs, services, and related issues relevant to the education and treatment of individuals with severe/profound disabilities.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 529 - Educational Programs for Students with Intellectual Disabilities


    Study of educational programs and services for students with intellectual disabilities.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 530 - Assessment and Functional Skill Instruction in the Adapted Curriculum


    Provides information on how to assess and teach daily living skills to students with significant intellectual disabilities.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    COREQ: SPED 587 or SPED 687.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 532 - Assessing the Adapted Curriculum


    Methods for teaching academics to students with severe/profound and multiple disabilities.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 534 - Positive Behavior Supports for Students with Severe Disabilities, Advanced


    Exploring and using the current research to create and implement positive behavioral supports, functional behavioral assessments and support plans for students with severe disabilities.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 555 - Culturally Responsive Classroom Management for Exceptional Learners


    Theories and practices for creating and managing positive and culturally responsive classrooms.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 562 - Best Practices for Teaching Reading & Written Language to Exceptional Learners


    Methods and techniques for teaching reading to exceptional learners in the general curriculum.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 563 - Best Practices for Teaching Mathematics to Exceptional Learners


    Methods and techniques for teaching mathematics to exceptional learners in the general curriculum.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 566 - Approaches and Practices for Teaching Students with Disabilities


    Instructional theory and practices for teaching students with disabilities.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 567 - Reading, Writing, and Mathematics Curriculum for Students with Disabilities


    Remedial approaches and techniques for teaching reading, writing, and mathematics.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 571 - Introduction to Gifted Education


    Historical concepts of gifted education; examination of the definitions of giftedness; examination of the characteristics and unique needs of gifted students; screening and identification procedures.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 575 - Methods and Models of Gifted Education


    Examination and analysis of the methods and models of gifted education.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 577 - Curriculum Differentiation for Gifted Learners


    Exploration of ways to adapt content, process, product and the learning environment to provide appropriate learning experiences for gifted students.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 587 - Initial Licensure Practicum


    Supervised  experience in a school or clinical setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Written application; Approval of instructor advisor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 593 - Topics in Special Education


    Topics in Special Education

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1-3, R6
  
  • SPED 603 - Administration of Special Education Programs


    Administrative practices and problems of organization, staffing, curricular development, and supervision of special education.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 604 - Theory and Practice in Early Intervention


    Legal issues, family involvement, parent partnerships, program evaluation, public policy, historical perspectives, models, and theories related to early intervention.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 605 - Social & Emotional Curriculum for Gifted Students


    Methods for developing social-emotional curricula for use with gifted learners in the school setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: SPED 571 or permission from the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 606 - Intervention for Young Children with Developmental Disabilities


    Effective environments and programs, appropriate resources and support services, curricular adaptations, and instructional planning related to intervention for young children.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 620 - Education in a Diverse Society


    Prepares teachers to meet the learning needs of diverse student populations.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 630 - Teaching Students with Mild to Moderate Intellectual Disabilities


    Objectives, methods, and materials for students with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 631 - Assessment of Exceptional Learners in the General Curriculum


    Educational assessment of exceptional individuals emphasizing curriculum-based measurement.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 632 - Preschool Disorders: Assessment and Evaluation


    Best practices in assessment for early intervention; assessment instruments, curriculum, family-centered approaches.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 633 - Collaboration with Families and Professionals


    Developing collaborative teams of parents, teachers, other professionals and paraprofessionals for the education and support of individuals with disabilities.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Registration is restricted to students enrolled in a MAT or MAED degree program.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 635 - Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders


    Characteristics of students with autism and related issues.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 636 - Evidence-Based Methods for Teaching Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders


    Strategies for educating students with autism will be described and practiced.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 639 - Teaching Exceptional Learners in Inclusive Classrooms


    Methods and techniques for teaching exceptional learners in the general curriculum.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 640 - Universal Design for Learning


    The study and application of Universal Design for Learning to address accommodations and modifications for diverse learners.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 681 - Teaching Students with Learning Problems


    Exploration of emerging theories and research influencing the teaching of individuals with learning disability problems.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 682 - Research in Special Education


    Theoretical and experimental research into techniques of teaching, investigation of problems, and educational systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Must be accepted into the MAT or MAEd program.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 684 - Teaching Students with Behavioral Disorders


    In-depth analysis of one program model, development of instructional strategies from this approach, and examination of interdisciplinary approaches to treatment.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 504, PSY 574, or permission of advisor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SPED 687 - Practicum in Special Education


    Supervised experience in a school or clinical setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Must be accepted to the MAT program.

    Credits: 1-3, R9
  
  • SPED 688 - Practicum in Special Education


    Supervised experience in a school or clinical setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Written application; approval of instructor and advisor.

    Credits: 1-3, R3
  
  • SPED 779 - Continuing Research—Non-Thesis Option


    See Policy on Completion of Thesis and Dissertation found in the Admissions and Degree Requirements Section of the Graduate Catalog. S/U grading. These hours will not count toward fulfilling degree requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Must NOT be enrolled in a thesis program.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • SPED 793 - Special Topics in Special Education


    Special topics relevant to Special Education.

    Credits: 1-3, R6

Sport Management

  
  • SM 620 - Sport Administration


    Theory and practice managing sport delivery organizations of managerial communication, organizational structure, managerial functions, and negotiation.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SM 623 - Philosophical Foundations of Sport


    Foundational philosophies and how to establish an ethical base in the area of sport management.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SM 630 - Economic and Financial Aspects of Sport


    Advanced financial and economic theory and sound fiscal principles specific to the sport industry.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SM 640 - Sport Marketing


    Basic knowledge and understanding of the theory and fundamentals of sport marketing in the sport business industry.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SM 650 - Event and Facility Management


    Planning, development, and management of sport facilities and events, including event management, marketing and promotion and design, planning, and administration of facilities.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SM 660 - Sport Governance


    Aspects of the course will sensitize the student to the cultural and political nature of sport while regional and global sport associations will be explained.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SM 670 - Media and Public Relations in Sport


    An overview of public and media relations applications, as well as computer technologies in sport organizations, as related to professional concerns.

    Credits: 3
  
  • SM 683 - Practicum


    Experiences relating theory to practice in a specific area of sport management. 

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Advisor approval required.

    Credits: 9

University Studies-Interdisciplinary

  
  • USI 693 - Topics in Graduate Education


    Topics in Graduate Education

    Credits: 1-3, R6
 

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