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CJUS - 4750 Justice Systems Planning (3)
Explores the planning process and introduces students to the examination of various operational and administrative uses to which criminal justice planning can be applied. Equivalent to CJUS-475. Prerequisite: take CJUS-3100 .
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CJUS - 4800 Internship (3)
Designed to combine individual career counseling and work outside of the classroom in combination with institutional learning settings. Equivalent to CJUS-480.
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CJUS - 4900 Senior Capstone in Criminal Justice (3)
Integrates the concepts, issues, methodologies, policies and practices learned about the criminal justice system, subsystems, and processes. Culminates in the completion of a community-based action research project and formal presentation to community and professional partners. This course has been designated as a Writing Intensive course. Equivalent to CJUS-4990. Prerequisites: take CJUS 3099 , CJUS 3100 , CJUS 3415 , CJUS 4100 .
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CJUS - 5000 Special Topics in Criminal Justice (3)
In-depth analysis of contemporary justice-related issues and topics. This course will provide the student with a general understanding how the Forensic process works and be introduced to various disciplines and methodologies of this popular field. This course will incorporate both lecture and lab and will focus on the process from the crime scene to the lab and finally to the courtroom. Prerequisite: take CJUS-3100 .
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CJUS - 5300 Digital Forensics (3)
Provides concepts and theory of file systems and apply them to digital investigations from real cases using analysis tools. Discusses processes and methodologies that an administrator or incident investigator needs to take in order to collect and analyze digital evidence. Topics include data acquisition, file system analysis, incident response methodology, evidence analysis, and incident response tools. Equivalent to CJUS-530. Prerequisites: take CPSC-4535 , CPSC-4570 .
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CJUS - 5540 Contemporary Issues in Digital Forensics (3)
A review of contemporary issues concerning the impact of digital forensics on the criminal justice system, and on criminal justice system professionals. Explores current and emerging legal and ethical issues impacting the digital forensics field, research and development in the digital forensics field, and human resources issues pertaining to the impact of technology on law enforcement and prosecution. Equivalent to CJUS-554. Prerequisite: take CJUS-5300 .
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CJUS - 6020 Seminar in Criminal Justice Graduate Studies (3)
Discussion and examination of a variety of issues in the contemporary criminal justice system. An introduction to some of the influential criminal justice theories and their relationship to criminal justice practices. Students will analyze and summarize several pieces of criminal justice research both verbally and in writing. RESTRICTIONS: This course is intended for students enrolled in the Criminal Justice, Political and Justice Studies, and Public Administration MA programs. Prerequisites: None
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CJUS - 6130 Gangs, Guns, and Drugs (3)
Illustrates contemporary approaches to understanding and preventing gangs and criminal behaviors associated with gang involvement. Equivalent to CJUS-613.
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CJUS - 6150 Juvenile Delinquency (3)
Emphasizes the history of juvenile delinquency and juvenile justice in America, with a special emphasis on research and analysis regarding competency, brain development, and environmental factors affecting youth behavior. Equivalent to CJUS-615.
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CJUS - 6510 Contemporary Issues in Criminal Law (3)
Explores recent and current legal and judicial debates and issues surrounding the criminal law, criminal codes, and administrative law: includes debates and mock trials. Equivalent to CJUS-651. Prerequisite: take CJUS-3600 .
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CJUS - 7010 Criminal Justice Leadership: Theory and Practice (3)
Focuses on understanding contemporary theories of leadership, and applying leadership theories and concepts in the context of criminal justice, juvenile justice, and public safety environments. Prerequisite: take CJUS-6010 or permission of instructor.
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CJUS - 7110 Inductive Theory Building (3)
A 3-credit course that reviews qualitative approaches to theory development; engages students in the development of new theories regarding criminal behavior, deviant behavior, and behavior in criminal justice organizations. Equivalent to CJUS-711. Prerequisite: take CJUS-4415 .
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CJUS - 7210 Evaluation Research and Policy Analysis (3)
Focuses on program evaluation and policy analysis; students will engage in real-life evaluation project with a local justice agency. Equivalent to CJUS-721. Prerequisite: take CJUS-4415 .
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CJUS - 7220 Theory And Crime Prevention (3)
Looks at new, practical approaches to crime prevention based on theory; examines such approaches as deterrence, crime prevention through environmental design, therapeutic jurisprudence, and strategic approaches to crime in urban areas, and more. Equivalent to CJUS-722. Prerequisite: take CJUS-4411 .
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CJUS - 7225 The Death Penalty in American (3)
Critically examines the controversial issue of capital punishment In America, covers such Issues as historical and international perspectives, the death penalty and the Supreme Court, methods of execution, deterrence, costs, miscarriages of justice, religious perspectives, and public opinion. Covers the administration of justice In relation to death penalty cases, and will include research and statistical summaries of several key topics. Prerequisite: take CJUS-3100 .
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CJUS - 7230 Special Topics in Crime Policy (3)
Variable topics workshop that examines contemporary policy approaches to preventing and reducing crime and delinquency; touching on police, courts, and corrections.. Equivalent to CJUS-723. Prerequisite: take CJUS-3100 .
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CJUS - 7240 Crime Problem-Solving Strategies (3)
Explores key innovations in crime problem solving over the past several decades in such areas as: drugs, guns, gangs, violent crimes, white collar crime, and terrorism. Equivalent to CJUS-724. Prerequisite: take CJUS-4120 .
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CJUS - 7430 Terrorism and the Justice System (3)
Examines the criminal justice system in the post-911 era, covering terrorism, intelligence and surveillance systems, the rise of homeland security, and how these developments have changed the administration of justice in America. Equivalent to CJUS-743.
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CJUS - 8100 Theories of Crime and Deviance (3)
Focuses on the study of criminal behavior as it relates to several varieties of crime (violent crime, property crime, white collar crime, corporate crime): emphasizes the evolution of the understanding of crime social construction of crime and deviance. Equivalent to CJUS-810.
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CJUS - 8170 Social Location and Prejudice in the Justice System (3)
Examines evidence regarding the intersections and interactions of race, gender, and class in the administration of criminal and juvenile justice in America, as well as recent efforts to re-analyze crime and crime control policy. Equivalent to CJUS-817. Prerequisite: take CJUS-4500 .
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CJUS - 8200 Research Applications (3)
Designed to teach master’s students to conduct original research and secondary analysis independently; covers research design and methods, quantitative applications (hypothesis testing, descriptive, and inferential statistics), and qualitative applications, (participant observation and case studies). Equivalent to CJUS-820. Prerequisite: take CJUS-4415 .
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CJUS - 8210 Justice System Reform and Change (3)
Examines social policy and organization change from a global perspective, and reform theories and processes in such areas as: juvenile justice reform, corrections reform, police reform, death penalty reform, and the changing justice system labor force. Equivalent to CJUS-821. Prerequisite: take CJUS-6010 .
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CJUS - 8220 Community Restorative Justice (3)
Examines the history of restorative justice as well as current applications of restorative justice in the U.S. and around the world. Equivalent to CJUS-822. Prerequisite: take CJUS-4140 or CJUS-4380 .
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CJUS - 8280 Independent Research (1-3)
Provides the student with an opportunity to identify a focused area of research and inquiry, collect secondary or original data, and analyze the data under the guidance of a program faculty member. Equivalent to CJUS-828. Prerequisite: take CJUS-8200 .
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CJUS - 8300 Administration of Criminal Justice (3)
Examines the principles and organizational structures commonly used by administrators of the police, the courts, and corrections. Covers organization theory and behavior as applied to Criminal Justice organizations. Equivalent to CJUS-830. Prerequisite:CJUS - 6020 Seminar in Criminal Justice Graduate Studies (3) or equivalent or consent of instructor.
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CJUS - 8370 Special Topics in Organization Management (3)
Experts from the criminal and juvenile justice fields, covering such topics as proposal writing, recruiting for diversity, managing the multi-cultural agency, planning for technological change, and managing the “learning organization.” Equivalent to CJUS-837. Prerequisite: take CJUS-8300 .
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CJUS - 8400 The Justice System and the Community (3)
Focusing on collaborate strategies and approaches to solving crime and public safety problems, crime prevention, crime problem-solving, restorative justice, and therapeutic jurisprudence (drug courts, mental health courts, best practice models). Equivalent to CJUS-840. Prerequisite: take CJUS-4140 .
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CJUS - 8700 Graduate Research (3)
A course open for students pursuing the thesis option focusing on individual reading and research in Criminal Justice under the supervision of a graduate faculty member in Criminal Justice. Equivalent to CJUS-870. Prerequisite: take CJUS-8200 .
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CJUS - 8800 Justice System Internship (1-3)
The internship course can be taken from one to three credit hours and is designed to provide the graduate student with an opportunity to synthesize theory and practice. Equivalent to CJUS-880.
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CJUS - 8880 Problem Solving Practicum (6)
Students must complete an original problem-solving practicum, working with a committee of three faculty members (the practicum director must be a CJUS faculty member). The practicum involves an issue or problem in the community or workplace, the student develops a plan to resolve or reduce the problem, and prepares a practicum report explaining the development, implementation, and outcomes of the project. Equivalent to CJUS-888.
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CJUS - 8891 Directed Readings for the Comprehensive Exam - Required Curriculum (3)
This is one of two final courses in the MA in CJUS major. It is intended to assess student’s ability to analyze, synthesize and evaluate diverse content materials and apply their knowledge to selected issues and problems in the Criminal Justice field. This course will emphasize content from the required course curriculum. Prerequisite: Must have completed 30 hours in the program.
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CJUS - 8892 Direct Reading for Comprehensive Exam - Elective Curriculum (3)
One of the two final courses in the MA in CJUS major. It is intended to assess student’s ability to analyze, synthesize and evaluate diverse content materials and apply their knowledge to selected issues and problems in the Criminal Justice field. Emphasizes content from the elective course curriculum. Prerequisite: Students must have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours in the program.
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CJUS - 8990 Graduate Thesis (3)
Provides a forum for in-depth analysis of the selected topics of master’s degree candidates. Hypothesis formation, operational procedures, and the foundation of each student’s thesis/project will be publically presented and discussed. Equivalent to CJUS-890.
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DNCE - 2100 Introduction to Dance (3)
Introduces dance as an art form. Includes study of historical development, cultural characteristics and aesthetics of various dance traditions. Additional course topics include survey of global and contemporary dance forms, choreography, and dance production.
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DNCE - 2110 Introduction to Ballet (3)
Introduces the technique, concepts, and vocabulary of ballet.
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DNCE - 2210 Introduction to Jazz Dance (3)
Introduces the basic technique and style of jazz dance.
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DNCE - 2310 Introduction to Modern Dance (3)
Introduces the basic concepts and technique of modern dance.
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DNCE - 2410 Introduction to Tap Dance (3)
Introduces the basic vocabulary and technique of tap dance; examines the historical and cultural context of tap dance.
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DNCE - 2500 Social Dance (3)
Explores selected social dance styles from around the world.
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DNCE - 3100 World Dance (3)
Exploration of dance traditions from around the globe through beginning level recreational dances from various regions, including Europe, Africa, Asia, and North and South America. Cultural values, religious beliefs, and social systems are examined in the context of the dances. Equivalent to DNCE-390.
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DNCE - 4100 Choreography (3)
Introduces the basic tools, principles, and concepts of choreography.
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ECON - 2301 Principles of Microeconomics (3)
Studies price formation, demand, and production decisions. Examines the individual and interrelated behavior of consumers, firms, and industries. Instructional Method: Offered face-to-face and online. Equivalent to ECON-301. Prerequisites: None.
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ECON - 2302 Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
Studies the economy as a whole, dealing with economic data, behavior, and theory at the aggregate level of the economy. Examines income, output, employment, prices, and other variables in terms of their measurement, determination, and policy implication. Instructional Method: Offered face-to-face and online, and as a telecourse. Equivalent to ECON-302. Prerequisites: None.
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ECON - 3000 Special Topics in Economics (1-3)
Special topics course exploring issues in Economics.
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ECON - 3099 International Economics (3)
Investigates international trade theory and commercial policy theory with empirical applications. Also examined are exchange rates and open economy macroeconomics, which include national income accounting and the balance of payments. Equivalent to ECON-3511. Prerequisites: take ECON-2301 , ECON-2302 , and MATH-2281 .
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ECON - 3301 Intermediate Microeconomics (3)
Examines rational decision-making behavior of consumers and firms, together with price and output determination in various market structures. Prerequisites: take ECON-2301 , ECON-2302 , MATH-2281 .
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ECON - 3302 Intermediate Macroeconomics (3)
Deals with the aggregate level of economic activity. Analyzes the methodology of national income accounts, development of goods, money, and labor markets, and the impact and effect of policy instruments. Uses models to develop the interdependence of markets in the determination of the aggregate level of economic activity. Equivalent to ECON-410. Prerequisites: take ECON-2301 , ECON-2302 , and MATH-2281 .
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ECON - 3404 Managerial Economics (3)
Deals with analysis and theoretical constructs of microeconomics applied to managerial decision-making. Emphasizes consumer demand, production and cost analysis, business behavior, market performance, and growth equilibrium. Equivalent to ECON-420. Prerequisites: take ECON-2301 , ECON-2302 , MATH-2281 , STAT-3700 .
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ECON - 3501 Money and Banking (3)
Concentrates on analysis of money and its functions, the mechanics of the commercial banking system and its determination of the money supply, the Federal Reserve system’s functions and policy instruments, the impact and effectiveness of monetary policy on the public, commercial banks, and the treasury, and its overall impact on the economy. Equivalent to ECON-350. Prerequisites: take ECON-2301 , ECON-2302 .
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ECON - 3502 Economic Development (3)
Examines the process of economic growth with reference to developing countries. Explores capital formation, resource allocation, relation to the global economy, economic planning and institutional factors with case studies. Prerequisites: take ECON-2301 , ECON-2302 , MATH-2281 .
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ECON - 3503 Labor Economics (3)
Provides an analytical framework for studying the structure of labor markets and conducting research on market structures, industries and international issues to influence public policy. The course presents a comprehensive and understandable study of employers and employees in competitive and imperfectly competitive labor markets. Prerequisites: take ECON-2301 , ECON-2302 , MATH-2281 .
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ECON - 3515 International Trade (3)
Reviews the major theories of international trade. Explores gains from trade, effects of tariff and non-tariff barriers and conduct of commercial policy. Examines the balance of payments, theories of exchange rate determination, and other international economic issues. Prerequisites: take ECON-2301 , ECON-2302 , MATH-2281 .
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ECON - 3901 Mathematical Economics (3)
Provides the mathematical tools used in quantitative economics courses. Prerequisites: take ECON-2301 , ECON-2302 , MATH-2281 , STAT-3700 .
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ECON - 4101 Econometrics I (3)
Focuses on economic measurement, including specification and estimation of econometric models and statistical methods in economic research. Prerequisite: take ECON-3901 .
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ECON - 4102 Econometrics II (3)
Studies economic measurement: specification and estimation of econometric models; statistical methods in economic research at an advanced level. Includes panel data and time series analyses. Prerequisite: take ECON-4101 .
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ECON - 4800 Independent Study (3)
Independent study is intended to provide better students an opportunity to study a topic of their choice in economics under professional supervision. Only students prepared to devote considerable time and effort should undertake an independent study. Students contemplating an independent study should first choose a definite area for investigation within economics and an instructor to sponsor the work. Equivalent to ECON-470.
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ECON - 4900 Research Methods in Economics (3)
Capstone course for economics undergraduate students. Includes applied economic research. Equips students with skills to apply economic knowledge, locate and compile economic data, and analyze economic problems using theory and qualitative and quantitative methods. Prerequisites: ECON 3302 , ECON 3511 , AND either ECON 3301 OR ECON 3404 . Requires approval of academic advisor to register in the course.
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ECON - 5000 Special Topics in Advanced Economics (1-3)
Special topics course exploring advanced issues in Economics.
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ECON - 6100 Foundations of Economics (3)
Study of the concepts of macro- and microeconomics at an advanced level. This course is a foundation course for the M.B.A. degree. Equivalent to ECON-601.
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ECON - 7500 Managerial Economics and Forecasting (3)
Integrates the application of economic theory, statistics, optimization theories, and forecasting models as tools for the managerial decision-making process in a local, regional, national, and global context. The course utilizes a statistical modeling software and develops an industry analysis paper for the applications content of the course. Equivalent to ECON-801. Prerequisites: take MGMT-6700 , MATH-2281 , and ECON-6100 .
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ECON - 8880 Independent Study (3)
Independent study is intended to provide better students an opportunity to study a topic of their choice in economics under professional supervision. Only students prepared to devote considerable time and effort should undertake an independent study. Students contemplating an independent study should first choose a definite area for investigation within economics and an instructor to sponsor the work. Equivalent to ECON-870.
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ECON - 8999 Graduate Thesis/Project (6)
Provides an opportunity for intensive study of a problem chosen by the student. A candidate who is approved for the thesis option will be required to defend the thesis orally. The thesis option is limited to outstanding students who have been recommended by a minimum of two faculty in the College of Business and Public Administration and approved by the dean. Students interested in pursuing the doctorate degree in business should select the thesis option. Equivalent to ECON-890.
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EDUC - 2000 Introduction to Careers in Education (3)
Provides undergraduates an opportunity to examine a broad spectrum of professional opportunities in Education including Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Middle School Education, Secondary Education, Administration, School Psychology and Counseling, and Instructional Technology, as well as other educational careers in non-school settings.
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EDUC - 2310 Foundations of Education (3)
Presents an interdisciplinary and developmental overview of the historical, philosophical, and sociological factors that have influenced American education. Identifies and critically analyzes contemporary issues and trends such as teacher accountability, school desegregation, cultural pluralism, and bilingual/multicultural education. Ten hours of field observation required. Writing Intensive Course.
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EDUC - 2330 Educational Psychology I: Growth and Development of Children and Adolescents (3)
Examines theories and principles of physical development and growth patterns, cognition, language, and social-emotional development of children from prenatal through adolescence. Emphasizes application of this knowledge in
planning, implementing, and assessing P-8 student learning activities.
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EDUC - 3320 The Future of American Education (3)
Explores an expansive vision of the future of American public education. Examines school organization, educational reform, diversity issues, and includes hands-on experience with a wide array of computer technology suited for classroom use. Fifteen hours of field observation required. Equivalent to EDUC-330. Prerequisite: take EDUC-2310 ; passage of the ILTS Test of Academic Proficiency (TAP). Corequisite courses: EDUC-3321 , EDCP-2101 .
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EDUC - 3321 Effective Teaching and Laboratory (4)
Examines relationships among instructional components: goals/objectives, instruction, and evaluation. Provides beginning instruction on stating goals/objectives and evaluation procedures. Provides alternatives for decisions on teaching strategies and evaluation procedures. Provides opportunities for students to work with media and prepare materials, teach small groups, and receive feedback about teaching. Equivalent to EDUC-320. Prerequisite: take EDUC-2310 ; passage of the ILTS Test of Academic Proficiency (TAP). Corequisite courses: EDUC-3320 , EDCP-2101 .
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EDUC - 3440 Educational Psychology II: Learning, Assessment and Classroom Management (3)
Explores current educational psychology and research. Examines major theories of learning as well as the role of physical, social, cultural, emotional, linguistic, and economic factors on learning. Provides working knowledge of assessment constructs and ability to interpret test results as they relate to student learning and effective teaching. Presents current best practices in classroom management. Requires fifteen hours of field experience. EDUC-2330 or equivalent and EMED 3321 for EMED majors only (EMED 3321 not a prerequisite for CDIS or SEC EDUC majors). EMED 3321 may also be taken concurrently with 3440. Must be taken prior to student teaching.
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EDUC - 4330 Principles of Science Education (3)
Surveys the role of science education in the total school curriculum. Students will become familiar with contemporary science curricula and methods for teaching science. Includes 35 hours of clinical experience in secondary schools. Equivalent to EDUC-321. Prerequisite: Complete 24 semester hours in science, all Gateway I requirements and EDCP-2101 .
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EDUC - 4340 Teaching Secondary School Science (3)
Students learn to create positive science classroom climates which promote a pluralistic approach to teaching and eliminate gender biases. Students develop inquiry-based activities to motivate secondary school students and involve them in learning. Technology is utilized as a tool and resource for teaching and learning. Diverse methods of learning assessment are developed. Thirty-five hours of clinical experience required. Equivalent to EDUC-433. Prerequisites: take EDUC-4330 , SPED-2100 , PSYC-3201 .
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EDUC - 4360 Principles of Secondary Mathematics Education (3)
Investigates the content and various models of the secondary mathematics curriculum. The course explores different teaching models and theories and provides opportunities to prepare and present lesson and unit plans. The course will include an in-depth study of the Common Core Standards for Mathematics. Equivalent to EDUC-434. Prerequisite: Must have completed all Gateway I requirements, at least twenty-four semester hours in mathematics, and EDCP-2101 .
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EDUC - 4370 Teaching Secondary School Mathematics (3)
Investigates the content and various models of the secondary mathematics curriculum In the U.S. The course will study pedagogical research as it applies to the teaching and learning of mathematics, especially with respect to academic language, ELL instruction, and content area reading. Topics in the history of mathematics and mathematical processes are discussed. Requires 35 hours of clinical experience. Prerequisite: EDUC-4360 with a grade of B or better, SPED-2100 , and EDUC-3440 .
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EDUC - 4442 Early Adolescent Educational Psychology (3)
Examines the Middle School level philosophy, structure and goals, based on the psychology of early adolescence. Analysis of developmentally appropriate curriculum, instruction, and support systems at the Middle School level. Current teacher roles, classroom management and educational assessment in the Middle School are examined. Knowledge of several theories of adolescent psychology is applied to classroom settings. Equivalent to EDUC-442. Prerequisite: take EDUC-3440 .
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EDUC - 4443 Curriculum and Methods for Middle Schools (3)
As the needs of the early adolescent are unique, so too must be the curriculum and instruction to meet the learner’s needs. Explores the curriculum and instructional needs of the early adolescent learner. Models of curriculum and methods of instruction for the Middle School setting will be explored in teams of students. Equivalent to EDUC-443. Prerequisite: take EDUC-4442 .
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EDUC - 4465 Methods of Teaching English (3)
Focuses on the various components of the secondary school English curriculum. Includes study in English language, literature, composition, listening, and reading, with an emphasis on the knowledge, pedagogy and dispositions. Emphasizes the challenges of individual student differences, and instructional technology. Requires 40 hours of field experience for students seeking certificate. Equivalent to EDUC-465. Prerequisites: take EDUC-2310 , EDUC-3440 , SPED-2100 , EDCP-2101 , ENGL-4570 , ENGL-4575 , ENGL-4580 .
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EDUC - 4470 Independent Study (6)
Individual reading, research, and/or project in education under the supervision of a faculty member. Deals with content not available in organized courses. Equivalent to EDUC-470.
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EDUC - 4999 Student Teaching: Senior Capstone (12)
Provides the teacher candidate with directed experiences in planning, organizing, and instructing students within a regular classroom in an Illinois public secondary school. Includes fifteen weeks of full-time classroom experience.
Candidate is supervised by a Governors State University faculty member and a school-based Cooperating Teacher. This course also serves as a Senior Capstone course. Equivalent to EDUC-499.
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EDUC - 5530 Multicultural Literature in the Classroom (3)
Introduces prospective and practicing teachers to the wealth of contemporary multicultural literature available for students in grades kindergarten through eight. Explores strategies for enhancing literacy development using multicultural literature, as well as methods of implementing multicultural literature across the curriculum. Equivalent to EDUC-530.
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EDUC - 5531 Teaching Secondary School Mathematics for Teachers (3)
Introduces teachers to the content, methodology, and instructional materials of secondary school mathematics. Explores methods and strategies in a real world learning environment. Emphasizes the guidelines set forth in the Principles and Standards for School Mathematics. Equivalent to EDUC-531. Prerequisites: take EDUC-2310 , SPED-2100 or SPED-6101 or equivalent.
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EDUC - 5535 Education of the Minorities in the U.S (3)
Examines the history of the schooling of ethnic and racial minority groups in urban America. Focuses on both the public and parochial schools in the acculturation of minority children and adults. Presents ethnic case histories of educational achievement and historical background of issues such as mental testing, desegregation, and tracking. Equivalent to EDUC-535.
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EDUC - 6100 Issues in Education (3)
Graduate students beginning a program explore trends in instructional practice reflectively, emphasizing the identification of current educational issues and problems. Emphasis is placed upon the identification of current educational problems and how instructional practices are related to improvement. Equivalent to EDUC-610.
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EDUC - 6320 Teaching Mathematics to Low-Achieving Students (3)
Examines the characteristics and needs of low achieving students. Explores content and teaching strategies and emphasizes diagnostic/evaluative procedures. Equivalent to EDUC-632.
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EDUC - 6330 Principles of Science Education (3)
Surveys the role of science education in the total school curriculum. Students will become familiar with contemporary science curricula and methods for teaching science. Includes 35 hours of clinical experience in secondary schools. Equivalent to EDUC-433. Prerequisite: Complete 24 semester hours in science, all Gateway I requirements and EDCP-2101 .
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EDUC - 6340 Teaching Secondary School Science (3)
Students learn to create positive science classroom climates which promote a pluralistic approach to teaching and eliminate gender biases. Students develop inquiry-based activities to motivate secondary school students and involve them in learning. Technology is utilized as a tool and resource for teaching and learning. Diverse methods of learning assessment are developed. Thirty-five hours of clinical experience required. Equivalent to EDUC-434.
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EDUC - 6360 Principles of Secondary Mathematics Education (3)
Investigates the content and various models of the secondary mathematics curriculum for middle school grades (6-8) and high school (9-12) in the U.S. as well as in other cultures. Traces the evolution of contemporary programs and the philosophies that have driven them. Includes study of the NCTM Standards, the Illinois Learning Standards, and the use of various forms of technology as tools for exploring mathematics. Equivalent to EDUC-436.
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EDUC - 6370 Teaching Secondary School Mathematics (3)
Investigates the content and various models of the secondary mathematics curriculum In the U.S. The course will study pedagogical research as it applies to the teaching and learning of mathematics, especially with respect to academic language, ELL instruction, and content area reading. Topics in the history of mathematics and mathematical processes are discussed. Requires 35 hours of clinical experience. Prerequisite: EDUC-6360 with a grade of B or better.
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EDUC - 6400 Teaching and Learning Mathematics (3)
Examines methods of teaching mathematical concepts in elementary and junior high schools based on learning theory, historical trends in mathematics education, and current research. Includes the roles of concrete materials, textbooks, and diagnosis in the teaching of mathematics. Equivalent to EDUC-640.
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EDUC - 6422 Educational Psychology Applied to the Middle School (3)
Examines the history, philosophy, and psychology surrounding the Middle School. Focuses on a number of related topics including teaching a diverse Middle School population, including all students in instruction, and the psychological, emotional and physical development of the Middle School learner. Equivalent to EDUC-642.
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EDUC - 6423 Curriculum and Instruction in the Middle School (3)
Examines the curriculum and instruction in the Middle School. Focuses on a number of related topics including instructional techniques for teaching in a diverse Middle School population and the ideal curriculum to meet the needs of the Middle School/Junior High students. Explores teaching methods that assist with the cognitive growth of Middle School/Junior High students. Equivalent to EDUC-643. Prerequisite: take EDUC-6422 .
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EDUC - 6501 Topics In Education (1-3)
Experts in the field present selected topics covering new developments in the field of education. Includes discussion of the topics and the implications for theory and practice. Participants have an opportunity to discuss the new developments and, where appropriate, apply techniques and skills. Equivalent to EDUC-650.
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EDUC - 7200 Instructional Design (3)
Provides an extensive exploration and analysis of instructional design strategies. Covers such topics as design theories, needs assessment, scope and sequence of course topics and selection of appropriate instructional materials and evaluation strategies. Equivalent to EDUC-700. Prerequisite: take EDUC-8257 .
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EDUC - 7210 Teaching Leadership and School Improvement (3)
Investigates the role of the reflective teacher leader in school efficacy, curriculum development, and school improvement. Provides students the opportunity to reflect upon and develop alternative solutions to educational problems while building skills in reflection, collaboration, and leadership. Equivalent to EDUC-710.
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EDUC - 7212 Digital Primary Sources (3)
Designed to effectively access, integrate, and produce curricula utilizing the Internet and digitized primary source materials from the collections of the Library of Congress. Focuses on the nature of primary sources and classroom applications for digital technology. Provides hands-on experience using the historical tests, photographs, motion pictures, maps and sound recordings from the Library Congress American Memory digital collections. Equivalent to EDUC-721.
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EDUC - 7732 Issues in Mathematics Curriculum and Instruction (3)
Examines selected issues relating to curriculum, instruction, and learning processes in school mathematics. Issues may include the place of computation in mathematics curriculum, mathematics anxiety, and use of calculators and computers in mathematics instruction. Equivalent to EDUC-732. Prerequisite: take EDUC-6400 .
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EDUC - 7739 Teaching Higher Order Thinking Skills (3)
Investigates the relationship between thinking and writing skills; explores teacher behaviors that stimulate higher order thinking skills; and demonstrates classroom activities promoting generation and organization of ideas in oral and written composition assignments. Equivalent to EDUC-739.
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EDUC - 8105 Student Learning & Assessment (3)
Examines current theories of learning, intelligence, and motivation. Provides students with working knowledge of assessment techniques and how to relate student assessment and views of learning to educational practices and teacher efficacy. Equivalent to EDUC-800. Prerequisite: take EDUC-6100 .
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EDUC - 8112 The Elementary/Middle School Curriculum (3)
Emphasizes the role of the teacher in curriculum construction and exemplary models of elementary education. Reviews and analyzes research findings, current issues and trends in curriculum organization, and pedagogy essential to developing, implementing, and evaluating effective classroom programs for the learner. Examines the relationship between the elementary/middle school, especially in terms of vertical and horizontal articulation and coordination of the curriculum between these two entities. Equivalent to EDUC-805.
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EDUC - 8114 Teacher as Researcher (3)
Provides students with a working knowledge of the literature and mechanisms of research, i.e., problem formulation, research design, data collection, data analysis, and interpretation. Prerequisites: Admission to candidacy in the M.A. in Education, the M.A. in Multicategorical Special Education, the M.A. in Early Childhood Education, or the M.A. in Educational Administration program; and completion of 24 credit hours in specified M.A. program.
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EDUC - 8115 Socio-Cultural Factors and Students’ Learning (3)
Explores the interaction of sociological and cultural factors as these relate to students’ ability to learn. Examines the implications for school administrators and teachers. Equivalent to EDUC-815.
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EDUC - 8180 Teaching Mathematical Problem-solving and Critical Thinking (3)
Examines problem-solving processes related to teaching mathematics and science. Presents a variety of techniques for identifying problem situations, developing problem-solving techniques, and determining the reasonableness of results. Emphasizes questioning techniques for developing critical thinking. Equivalent to EDUC-818. Prerequisite: take EDUC-6400 .
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