Course Descriptions
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SEDU774 | Contemporary Problems In Public Education |
| | In this course graduate students critically examine complex problems confronting education. The problems generally included are: the impact of state and federal laws and regulations; the social context for working with students at risk for health problems, child abuse, and poverty related concerns; and the realities of managing a classroom during an era of educational and political reform. |
SPED650 | Educational Strategies for Gifted Children |
| | This course includes a study of procedures ofplacement, types of programs and methods used in educating the gifted from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Prerequisites: SPED215 or SPED710 and SPED640. |
EDUC788 | Research in Education |
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This course develops the point of view and skills which enable students to apply research procedures to professional problems. Students gain the expertise necessary to be critical con-sumers of research and to carry out completed research projects. Master of Education degree students should complete this course within the first twelve semester hours of the program.
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SEDU592 | Seminar of Young Adolescent Development |
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Please see your advisor
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EDUC784 | Psychological Foundations of Education |
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This course provides for advanced study of the psychological aspects of contemporary theories of human learning and development. It examines constructivist approaches to instruction. Students apply knowledge of learning theories to classroom decisions concerning student diversity, student motivation, and instructional strategies.
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SPED780 | Learning Disabilities |
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This course provides theoretical and practical knowledge in teaching children who manifesta significant discrepancy between their estimated intellectual potential and demonstrated achievement due to disorders in the learning processes. It explores behavioral analysis and diagnostic remedial procedures through an interdisciplinary view of psychology and special education.
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SEDU702 | Teaching in the Contemporary Classroom |
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The dominant theme in this course in current educational practice and research is the importance of analysis and reflection in the teaching process. Through the study of three related issues each practitioner-graduate student will determine a path for professional development. Theories of adult development guide and structure learning experiences in reflective practice, school reform, and effective schools research.
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SEDU731 | Selection, Utilization & Production of Instructional Materials |
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This course assists students in the discovery of systematic approaches to mediate teaching and learning problems through the selection, utilization, evaluation, and production of instructional media. Focus will be on a practical hands-on approach which will involve students directly in solving instructional problems through the use of commercial programs and the development of student produced media.
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SPED628 | Behavior Management Strategies |
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This is an advanced course that examines schoolwide and classroom approaches to managing disruptive behaviors in inclusive settings. The emphasis is on current research and effective practice on a continuum from proactive through intervention strategies for managing classroom behavior. This course is designed for students in special education, counseling, school administration, general education, or school psychology who are interested in developing a repertoire of behavior intervention strategies. This is the first course in the Behavior Management Certificate Program.
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SEDU786 | Secondary & Middle School Curriculum |
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This course provides educators an opportunity to investigate current issues and procedures in the development and improvement of curriculum for the middle school and secondary school. The initial focus is upon conventional methods and techniques for curriculum analysis and design, followed by the study of contemporary curriculum developments and trends with the emphasis on the task of implementing curriculum change.
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