May 15, 2024

2021-2022 Academic Bulletin

2021-2022 Academic Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Discipleship & Lifespan Education
	DSLE 749 - Family as a Center for Discipleship Credits: 5 Considers the mission of the home to foster discipleship—within the marriage relationship and in the parenting of children, with the wider family circle of relatives, and with friends and neighbors in the community. Special emphasis will be placed on the dynamics of parent-child relationships and parenting responsibilities with a particular emphasis on transmitting a heritage of faith to the next generation. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning Term Offering: Summer College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 755 - Families in Society Credits: 2 An exploration of issues germane to family life education, and the mission and methods of family ministry within a leadership perspective. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): GDPC 614 Human Development or equivalent. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Summer College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 757 - Family Law and Public Policy Credits: 3 An exploration of issues which identify social problems affecting families and how family law and public policies relate to social services for children and families. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): GDPC 614 Human Development or equivalent. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Summer College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 758 - Internal Dynamics of Families Credits: 4,5 A study of family-systems theory with applications to issues in internal family dynamics and in congregational dynamics as a family system. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 759 - Human Sexuality Credits: 2,3 An understanding of, and skill development in, interpersonal relationships and a study of human social conduct with emphasis on congregational life. Also studies the physiological, psychological, emotional, and social aspects of human sexuality and the Christian response to this God-given gift. Examines measures for preventing clergy sexual misconduct. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): GDPC 614 Human Development or equivalent. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Summer College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 765 - Advanced Youth and Young Adult Ministry Credits: 5 Builds on knowledge of youth and young adult ministry and advances to a greater depth in such areas as: understanding youth culture, youth evangelism, small groups in youth and young adult ministry, sexuality, music, camping, short-term missions, risk management, contemporary worship, and youth as the present and future of the church. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 779 - Parenting Education and Guidance Credits: 3 Examines the changing roles and responsibilities of parents; child-rearing practices, including spiritual nurture of children; safety and protection for children; diverse parenting situations; decision making about parenthood. Develop skills in parenting education, integrating a Christocentric purview. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): GDPC 614 Human Development or equivalent. Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Summer College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 830 - Advanced Fostering Spiritual Growth Credits: 3 Examines the contributions of theology and the social sciences to a theoretical understanding of how the spiritual life is formed in the individual and considers strategies to foster spiritual growth. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 840 - Nonformal Learning Credits: 3 A philosophical and practical approach toward teaching strategies in diverse cultural, non-formal settings, with consideration given to literacy issues in the developing world. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 850 - Theological Foundations of Christian Teaching Credits: 3 Theistic assumptions and biblical models that identify the goals of Christian education and undergird a theology of Christian teaching applicable to discipling and teaching ministries. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 860 - Teaching Religion in College Credits: 3 Furnishes PhD in Religious Education students with insights into the practice of using basic techniques, tools and procedures for meaningful religious education. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 870 - Advanced Studies: _______________ Credits: 1-4 Individual or group studies in a specific area of Religious Education designed to meet program competencies. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent Special Approval: Advisor or instructor permission required. College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 878 - Advanced Scholarly and Professional Development Credits: 0 Represents student initiatives for developing sustainable habits of scholarship and includes such things as attendance at colloquia, special-event lectures, and professional conferences; presentation of scholarly papers; and teaching experiences. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 880 - PhD (Religious Education) Program Continuation Credits: 0 Allows off-campus doctoral students during their coursework phase to maintain active status and to have access to the James White Library electronic resources. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 885 - Field Practicum: _______________ Credits: 1-5 Supervised religious education experience for the advanced student’s chosen area of specialty such as family life, children’s ministry, youth ministry, academy or college teaching, editorial work, etc. Permission of advisor and practicum supervisor required. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 887 - Applied Research Credits: 1-3 A planned research experience dealing with a research question in the area of religious education. The student identifies a faculty member or members with whom to engage in collaborative research study leading to joint publication. Project to support competency for dissertation research. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 890 - Directed Reading Credits: 1-6 . Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 930 - Seminar: _______________ Credits: 3 Group study in specified areas of Religious Education. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar Special Approval: Advisor or instructor permission required. College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 950 - Synthesis in Religious Education Credits: 2 A capstone course in which students synthesize their learning experiences by examining the structure of the discipline, discussing its major issues, and reviewing its basic literature. Students make portfolio presentations to demonstrate program competencies. Preferably taken in the last semester of course work. Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 994 - Dissertation: Literature Review Credits: 1-3 These credits qualify as part of the dissertation sequence for candidates whose dissertations require extensive research in related fields of literature. This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: No Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 3 credits Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSLE 995 - Doctoral Dissertation Credits: 1-13 Dissertation credits should be registered for while working on the dissertation. Doctoral candidates may not register for a cumulative total of more than 4 dissertation credits until they have successfully completed EDRM 880 or GSEM 854, and their dissertation proposal has been approved. One credit qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: No Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 14 credits Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Economics
	ECON 208 - Principles of Economics Credits: 3 This course is designed to offer non-economics major students a broad understanding of the world around them at both a microeconomic and a macroeconomic level. Firm decision-making tools and consumer choice mechanisms will be studied. More specifically, the role of the market and its structures will be analyzed through the theory of supply and demand, including price and quantity determination, price elasticity, and the role of government in regulating market size and in addressing market failures. Production function, profit maximization conditions, and the basics of firm behavior will help the student to understand some aspects of the firm decision-making process. At a macroeconomic level, several aggregate variables will be studied, including GDP, the consumer price index, the monetary system, and economic policies implementation. This course may not be used to satisfy requirements for an undergraduate business degree. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 225 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: 3 Analysis of some major statistics of a national economy in the long and the short run, such as aggregate income and expenditures, economic growth, inflation, and unemployment, as well as the monetary system and money supply. Course Attribute: Fulfills the General Education Social Sciences requirement Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced Term Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 226 - Principles of Microeconomics Credits: 3 Use of the mainstream economic schools of thought to explain how economic units (consumers and producers) make decisions. The role of the market in organizing economic activity is widely explained as well as the way resources are allocated in an economy through the price mechanism. Concepts like elasticities and profit maximization are computed and analyzed. Algebra used extensively. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced Term Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 320 - U.S. Economic History Credits: 3 A survey of the United States’ growth and transformation into an industrialized nation. Economic analysis is used to explain the sources and consequences of U.S. economic change. Topics covered include the rise of the corporation, the emergence of a national market, financial development, slavery, government regulation, transportation, the Great Depression, and rapid post- World War II growth. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 321 - Indian Economic History Credits: 3 A study of Indian Economics in two parts. In the first part, emphasis will be on the study of Economics from ancient times to Indian Independence. The second part will be devoted to the Economic progress of India since Independence, with special emphasis on the five-year plans and their requirements. Only offered for students enrolled at Spicer Memorial College. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 325 - Economic Thought Credits: 3 The development of economic thinking from late medieval times to the present. Survey begins with the Mercantilists, extends through Adam Smith to 20th century thinkers such as Joan Robinson, Milton Friedman, and John M. Keynes. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECON 225 , ECON 226 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 328 - Money and Banking Credits: 3 Commercial banking and the process of money creation, the operation and controls of the Federal Reserve System, money and credit in circulation, and the effect of monetary policies. Some contemporary financial crises (and crisis management) are analyzed, along with their origins and consequences on the financial and banking system. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECON 225 , ECON 226 Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Odd years Term Offering: Fall College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 330 - Health Economics Credits: 3 An application of economic principles to the health-care industry. Demand for and supply of health-care services are analyzed to determine their effect on cost. Examines the impact of insurance, technology, and regulation on the industry. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECON 226 Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Alternate Years College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 334 - Intermediate Microeconomics Credits: 3 Theoretical analysis of consumer behavior, and decision making, using the utility function. The firm’s decision making process is also analyzed in different market structures, based on profit maximization and costs of production. Welfare economics and game theory are introduced. Students may not enroll in ECON334 unless they have obtained a grade of C or higher in ECON 226 . Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): ECON 226 Prerequisite/Corequisite: MATH 191 or MATH 182 Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Odd years Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 335 - Intermediate Macroeconomics Credits: 3 The classical theory and growth theory in the long run are analyzed as well as the business cycle theory. Determinants of aggregate income are studied, along with other aggregate variables like the unemployment rate, the interest rate and inflation and its impact on the economy. Students may not enroll in ECON335 unless they have obtained a grade of C or higher in ECON 225 . Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): ECON 225 Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECON 226 Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Even years Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 367 - Labor Economics and Relations Credits: 3 An analysis of the labor market focusing on labor demand, supply, wage differentials, human capital, discrimination, and unions. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 415 - Introduction to Econometrics Credits: 3 Topics include probability sampling, hypothesis testing, regression techniques, and problems of multicollinearity, heteroscedasticity, and auto-correlation. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: STAT 285 or STAT 340 , MATH 191 or MATH 182 Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Even years Term Offering: Fall College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 427 - Economic Development Credits: 3 A study of the problem of poverty in the world and theories about the growth of developing countries. The effects of population growth, trade and aid, alternative strategies for expansion, and challenges facing these countries are evaluated. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECON 225 , ECON 226 Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Odd years Term Offering: Fall College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 440 - Public Finance Credits: 3 The course integrates economic theory with applications in the field of public finance. Focuses on detailed microeconomic analysis of government functions, expenditures, and finance. Recent public finance issues are discussed. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECON 225 , ECON 334 Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Odd years Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 454 - International Economics Credits: 3 A description and theoretical analysis of international trade, balance-of-payments accounts, the mechanisms of international economic adjustment, the theory of comparative advantage, and economic integration. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECON 225 , ECON 226 Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Even years Term Offering: Fall College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 490 - Independent Readings/Study in _________ Credits: 1–3 Individually directed study or readings under the guidance of the instructor. Oral and reading reports may be required. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): ECON 225 , ECON 226 ; minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 and minimum GPA of 3.00 in economics courses Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Independent Special Approval: Instructor, Department Chair and Dean permission required College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 508 - Survey of Economics Credits: 2 This course is designed to offer non-economics major students a broad understanding of the world around them at both a microeconomic and a macroeconomic level. Firm decision-making tools and consumer choice mechanisms will be studied. More specifically, the role of the market and its structures will be analyzed through the theory of supply and demand, including price and quantity determination, price elasticity, and the role of government in regulating market size and in addressing market failures. Production function, profit maximization conditions, and the basics of firm behavior will help the student to understand some aspects of the firm decision-making process. At a macroeconomic level, several aggregate variables will be studied, including GDP, the consumer price index, the monetary system, and economic policies implementation. A foundation course for the MBA. Grade not included in the MBA GPA calculation. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 525 - International Macroeconomics Credits: 3 The study of global macroeconomic issues facing firms, including the structure of the exchange rate regime. In this context, the forecast of a floating exchange rate and the impact of monetary policies, the interest rate and the inflation rate on the exchange rate setting are studied and analyzed. Within the context of competing economic theories, the course considers domestic policies, international trade and payment issues, economic growth, international institutions and the spread of regional crises, and the impact of stabilization policies on firms. Development of a spreadsheet model of an economy is required. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECON 225 or ECON 208 or ECON 508 Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Term Offering: Fall College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 530 - Managerial Economics Credits: 3 The use of microeconomic theory and optimization techniques as tools of management decision making within a business firm are studied. Statistical analyses such as regression techniques will be utilized. While microeconomics serves as a foundation, emphasis on quantitative approaches also requires knowledge of basic calculus and statistics. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECON 226 or ECON 208 or ECON 508 , and STAT 285 Recommended: Calculus Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Term Offering: Summer College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Educational Administration & Leadership
	EDAL 520 - Foundations of Educational Leadership Credits: 2,3 A basic orientation to the purposes, organization, and administration of educational programs and institutions; the structure and control of school systems; the nature of administration; and the conceptual foundations of educational administration and leadership. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 560 - K–12 Law Credits: 3 Emphasizes legal issues affecting teachers and educational administrators, including governmental relations, church state issues, teacher employment, student control, and school board operations and procedures. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 565 - Leadership for Seventh-day Adventist Education Credits: 2 Explores the spiritual climate and leadership practices of administration in Seventh-day Adventist education. Uses scripture, the writings of Ellen White, and other sources to develop a frame of reference for educational leadership and an understanding of the role of the divine in education. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 570 - Principles of Educational Supervision Credits: 2,3 Designed for principals, superintendents, and instructional supervisors concerned with the improvement of teaching and learning by professional supervision; the role, aims, principles, and practices of instructional supervision; introductory study of supervisory techniques. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 635 - Human Resources Administration Credits: 2,3 Reviews personnel services; policy for certified and noncertified employees; personnel functions in education; the interpersonal process in educational organizations, communications, and group dynamics for educational administrators. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 640 - Higher Education Law Credits: 3 Legal aspects of the administration of higher education institutions. Policy issues related to student rights, intellectual property, academic freedom, admission, employee relations, and property use. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 645 - K–12 Educational Finance Credits: 2,3 Focuses on financial and economic issues affecting educational institutions, including school support, costs of education, sources of revenue, budgeting, and the organization and maintenance of the fiscal and physical resources of educational systems. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 650 - Educational Administration Program Continuation (MA) Credits: 0 A master’s student may register for this title to comply with continuous registration requirements.This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/o ‘I’ (S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 655 - Higher Education Finance Credits: 1–3 An overview of issues related to the financing of higher education, including the nature of educational costs, state and federal finance policy, economic perspectives, basic concepts of budgeting, and the implications of financing on college access and affordability. Ethical usage to enhance financial and organizational effectiveness are also discussed. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 660 - Planning and Operating Educational Facilities Credits: 2,3 A survey of the planning, moderniation and management of educational facilities including buildings, equipment, and sites. A comprehensive study of educational facilities planning as related to preliminary development plans, long range master planning of educational facilities/campuses, considering educational philosophy and resources. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 663 - Elementary and Secondary School Leadership Credits: 2,3 Explores the role of the elementary and secondary principal; leadership in curriculum implementation and reform; organization of schedules, calendar, and catalogue; staff organization and utilization; attendance program; responsibilities such as assemblies, opening and closing of school, supervision of staff, and operation of school facilities. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 667 - Leadership in Higher Education Credits: 2,3 Focuses on the study of governance of higher education institutions, stressing administrative roles and leadership in visioning distinctive organizational and environmental features of colleges, universities and community colleges, and how these features affect the management of these organizations. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 670 - Technology for Leaders Credits: 1–3 Philosophical basis for technology usage in various leadership settings to enhance organizational effectiveness, survey of contemporary technologies appropriate to most organizational settings and cost benefit analysis of various systems, development of a technology plan for leadership development, ethics of technology usage. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 674 - Administration of Student Services Credits: 3 Overview of student services in higher education and its historical and philosophical foundations, guiding theories, and professional practices. Focuses on administrative structures and processes, and the organization of student services programs in the context of contemporary issues and trends. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 675 - College Student Development Theory Credits: 3 Explores the characteristics of college students and the theories of growth and development for traditional and non-traditional students. Emphasis is placed on understanding the immediate and long-term impact of a college experience. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 676 - Administration of Academic Services Credits: 3 Focuses on the principles academic officers use in dealing with selected administrative functions related to academic departments, degree programs, faculty development, curriculum administration, instructional resources, student development, budget planning, enrollment, and academic personnel. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 680 - K-12 Internship: (Topic)____ Credits: 1–12 A planned internship in leadership at a cooperating organization, institution, school district, or agency. Permission of supervisor and plans required in advance of registration. Fee may apply. This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 685 - Master’s Comprehensive Exam Prep Credits: 0 Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 750 - Educational Administration Program Continuation (EdS/Doctoral) Credits: 0 A doctoral student may register for this title to comply with continuous registration requirements.This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/o ‘I’ (S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 785 - Comprehensive Examination Preparation (EdS/Doctoral) Credits: 0 This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/o ‘I’ (S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 886 - Advanced K-12 Internship Credits: 1–12 Under supervision of a faculty member in a educational leadership area. Student interns in responsible positions with specialists/ administrators in cooperating institutions, school systems, or agencies. Permission of instructor required. Fee may apply. This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 888 - Dissertation Continuation Credits: 0 This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/o ‘I’ (S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Educational Curriculum & Instruction
	EDCI 525 - Master’s Orientation Seminar Credits: 0,1 Survey of essential principles and practices underlying the Curriculum & Instruction program. Open to MA level students only. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Schedule Type: Seminar, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 545 - Assessment of Learning: Credits: 3 Exploration and application of effective assessment practices and technology tools for measuring and documenting student learning and development. Indicate area of concentration when registering(e.g. Higher Education, K-12, Teacher Education, TESOL, etc) Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 547 - Foundations of Curriculum Studies Credits: 3 Survey of a variety of theoretical perspectives in the field of curriculum studies. Critique of contemporary curriculum theories from a Christian perspective. Basic to other courses in curriculum and instruction. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 1 lecture Swing course—Approved 500–599 courses qualify for undergraduate-level credit Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Year Offering: Alternate years (even) Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 565 - Improving Instruction Credits: 2,3 Designed to provide a framework for organizing and teaching declarative and procedural knowledge, developing habits for lifelong learning, and building a positive classroom environment (including the use of cooperative learning groups). Includes reflection, micro-teaching, and peer feedback. Basic to other courses in curriculum and instruction. Indicate area of concentration when registering (e.g. Higher Education, K-12, Teacher Education, TESOL, etc.) Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 600 - Program Continuation Credits: 0 The Curriculum & Instruction student may register for this title while clearing deferred (DG) and/or incomplete (I) grades with advisor approval only. This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/o ‘I’ (S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 605 - Design & Development of Online Courses Credits: 3 Survey of research on best practices in online learning; study and application of principles, techniques, and technologies for designing and creating engaging, interactive online learning experiences. Delivered online and requires access to high speed Internet, webcam, video recording device. Check with professor for current technology and software requirements for the course. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 606 - Teaching in Higher Education Credits: 3 This course is designed to provide foundational skills and strategies to graduate students and newly hired university faculty. The course provides opportunities for exploration and practice of several instructional approaches, assessment, techniques and innovation in the higher education classrooms. This course offers the opportunity for participants to discuss current and relevant issues related to the profession. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 607 - Curriculum: ________ Credits: 1–3 Focuses on topics currently generating conflict, discourse, interest, and/or those with potential for positive influence on learners, teachers, and educational institutions. Includes topics such as Multi-grade, Design, Core Standards, and Integrated Thematic Design as well as areas of concentration (e.g. Higher Education, K-12, Teacher Education, TESOL, etc.) Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 610 - Teaching the Adult Learner Credits: 2,3 Examines and applies educational theory to skills used by helping professionals in the classroom, community and clinical facility. Topics include the taxonomies of learning, learning styles, multiple intelligences, educational technology and application. Offered for extension campuses only. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 611 - Design and Development of Training Programs Credits: 3 Design and creation of programs for adult learners in training settings (i.e., NGO, continuing education, health care, corporate). Includes the planning of a field-based implementation project. Offered for extension campuses only. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 617 - Instruction: _________ Credits: 3 Focuses on topics currently generating conflict, discourse, interest, and/or those with potential for positive influence on learners, teachers, and educatioal institutions. Includes topics such as Differentiated Instruction, Design, Prooblem-based Inquiry Learning, and Technology Integration, as well as areas of concentration (e.g. Higher Education, K-12, Teacher Education, TESOL, Etc.). Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 620 - Facilitating Change in Learning Organizations Credits: 3 This course aims to develop a broad and deep understanding of the tensions between ideas and practice, policy, and implementation of change in learning organizations. Students will benefit from the opportunity in this course to locate their prospective role in the bigger picture of the education system in the United States. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 622,26,29,31,39,41 - Professional Development Courses Credits: 1-3 Contemporary and selected topics in curriculum and instruction. EDCI 622, 626, 629, 631, 639, & 641 Course/Lab Fee: No Grade Mode: Normal no Finaid (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Self-paced Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 645 - Advanced Diagnosis & Educational Therapy in Reading Credits: 3 Advanced course for diagnosis and remediation or prevention of reading disabilities. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 648 - Workshop: Credits: 0–4 Students will register for this course when attending a workshop or conference related to their field of study. Course assignmens and requirements will vary depending on the number of credits taken. Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Workshop College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 650 - Curriculum Design:______ Credits: 3 The study of specific curriculum design models to aid educators with the analysis, development, and improvement of curriculum at specific educational levels. Includes development of a curriculum project. Indicate area of concentration when registering (e.g. Higher Education, K-12, Teacher Education, TESOL, etc.). Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 652 - Conference Attendance Credits: 0–3 Students will register for this course when attending a conference related to their field of study. Course assignments and requirements will vary depending on the number of credits taken. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Independent Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 665 - Advanced Instructional Models: _________ Credits: 1–3 Introduction and practice of advanced teaching strategies that only rely on a system of Instruction based upon theory, research, and scholarly thinking in specific discplines. Designed to increase teaching repertoire. Students develop the ability to reflect on their own performance and provide effective feedback and support to others. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 676 - Technology for Learning Credits: 2 The use, selection and evaluation of media/technology for learning organizations. An overview of technologies for teaching and learning including opportunities for hands-on application. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 678 - Curriculum Studies Tour: ___________ Credits: 0–3 A structured travel-based, immersion learning experience in various contexts of Curriculum and Instruction. Learners will join renowned scholars, emerging scholars, and others to engage in complex conversations with earh other. For example, tours may visit major international or domestic research conferences or internnational locations for comparative education experiences. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 680 - Field Work: ________ Credits: 1–3 Supervised curriculum and instruction experiences in approved educational institutions, agencies, and learning organizations. Offered in program areas such as Multi-grade Education, Social Justice, International Education, Higher Education and Teacher Education. Permission of supervisor and field work proposal required one semester in advance of registration. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 684 - International Perspectives on Curriculum Credits: 3 A survey of theoretical and practical implications of internationalization on curriculum studies. Designed to familiarize students with a variety of international perspectives and voices, this course examines the process of curriculum theorizing and implementation practiced across national borders. Course experiences include selected readings, book reviews, small group discussions, personal critique and mini-lectures. Participants will evaluate learning environments, reflect on diverse points-of-view, critique individual cultural conditioning, and develop awareness of how various perspectives influence curriculum development, student learning and success in an increasingly global community. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 685 - Comprehensive Exam Preparation Credits: 0 Comprehensive Examanation Preparation Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 690 - Independent Study: ________ Credits: 1–3 Individual research and/or study under the guidance of an instructor. A minimum of 60 clock hours of engagement with course materials/content expected per credit. Requires prior approval by the advisor and instructor. Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 695 - Master’s Portfolio Credits: 1 The Portfolio fulfills one facet of the candidate’s Comprehensive Examinations, the summative evaluation event of the C&I Program. Successful completion of this portion of the Comprehensive Examinations is indicated by the grade earned in EDCI 695. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 2 credits Schedule Type: Independent Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 696 - Project Implementation Credits: 1–3 Students make practical application of educational theory through design, development, and implementation of an instruction and/or curriculum project. Students collect field-based data documenting project performance and with such data, revise the original project. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 3 credits Schedule Type: Independent, Seminar, Practicum College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 699 - Thesis Credits: 1–3 This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 706 - Teaching in Higher Education Credits: 3 This course is designed to provide foundational skills and strategies to graduate students and newly hired university faculty. The course provides opportunities for exploration and practice of several instructional approaches, assessment practices, and innovation in the higher education classroom. This course offers the opportunity for participants to discuss current and relevant issues related to the profession. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 725 - Doctoral Orientation Seminar Credits: 0,1 Survey of essential principles and practices underlying the Curriculum and Instruction program. Open to specialist and doctoral students only. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Schedule Type: Seminar, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 745 - Effective Assessment of Learning Credits: 3 Exploration and application of effective assessment practices and technology tools for measuriing and documenting student learning and development. Indicate area of concentration when registering (e.g. Higher Education, K-12, Teacher Education, etc.) Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Term Offering: Fall College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 747 - Survey of Curriculum Theory Credits: 3 A survey of the broad range of theoretical approaches in the field of curriculum studies. Includes critique of contemporary curriculum theories from multiple perspectives, including an emphasis on Christian perspectives, and the investigation of a specific curriculum theorist. Basic to other courses in C&I doctoral programs. Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 1 lecture Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 750 - Course Design: __________ Credits: 3 The study of specific curriculum design models to aid educators with the analysis, development, and improvement of curriculum at specific educational levels. Includes development of a curriculum project. Indicate area of concentration when registering (e.g. Higher Education, K-12, Teacher Education, etc.). Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 756 - Advanced Studies: _________ Credits: 1–3 Investigation of the knowledge base of a given area of study, including a comprehensive search of the literature and seminar presentations. Offered in each concentration area, such as Curriculum Leadership, Instructional Education, Curriculum Theory, Teaching in Higher Education, Teacher Education, and Evaluation. Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Schedule Type: Independent, Seminar College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 795 - Specialist Portfolio Credits: 1 The Portfolio fulfills one facet of the candidate’s Comprehensive Examinations, the summative evaluation event of the C&I Program. Successful completion of this portion of the Comprehensive Examinations is indicated by the grade earned in EDCI 795. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 2 credits Schedule Type: Independent Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 799 - Advanced Project: _____________ Credits: 1–6 The construction, field-testing, and revision of an empirically-based curriculum product using sound principles of curriculum design. instructional planning, and effective assessment. Requires a final written report in the form of an article submitted for portental publication that documents project development, performance and revision. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 820 - Educational Improvement & Change Credits: 3 This course aims to develop a broad and deep understanding of the tensions between ideas and practice, policy and implementation of change in learning organizations. Students will benefit from the opportunity in this course to locate their prospective role in the bigger picture of the education system in the United States. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 870 - Comprehensive Exam Preparation Credits: 0 Comprehensive Exam Preparation. This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/o ‘I’ (S,U,W) Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 884 - Internationalizing Curriculum Studies Credits: 3 An in-depth examination of a variety of international perspectives and voices which shape the curriculum theorizing and implementation. A required final evaluation project will analyze the impact of international issues on curriculum studies and research within specific learning environments. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CEIS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.

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DSLE 749 - Family as a Center for Discipleship

DSLE 755 - Families in Society

DSLE 757 - Family Law and Public Policy

DSLE 758 - Internal Dynamics of Families

DSLE 759 - Human Sexuality

DSLE 765 - Advanced Youth and Young Adult Ministry

DSLE 779 - Parenting Education and Guidance

DSLE 830 - Advanced Fostering Spiritual Growth

DSLE 840 - Nonformal Learning

DSLE 850 - Theological Foundations of Christian Teaching

DSLE 860 - Teaching Religion in College

DSLE 870 - Advanced Studies: _______________

DSLE 878 - Advanced Scholarly and Professional Development

DSLE 880 - PhD (Religious Education) Program Continuation

DSLE 885 - Field Practicum: _______________

DSLE 887 - Applied Research

DSLE 890 - Directed Reading

DSLE 930 - Seminar: _______________

DSLE 950 - Synthesis in Religious Education

DSLE 994 - Dissertation: Literature Review

DSLE 995 - Doctoral Dissertation

ECON 208 - Principles of Economics

ECON 225 - Principles of Macroeconomics

ECON 226 - Principles of Microeconomics

ECON 320 - U.S. Economic History

ECON 321 - Indian Economic History

ECON 325 - Economic Thought

ECON 328 - Money and Banking

ECON 330 - Health Economics

ECON 334 - Intermediate Microeconomics

ECON 335 - Intermediate Macroeconomics

ECON 367 - Labor Economics and Relations

ECON 415 - Introduction to Econometrics

ECON 427 - Economic Development

ECON 440 - Public Finance

ECON 454 - International Economics

ECON 490 - Independent Readings/Study in _________

ECON 508 - Survey of Economics

ECON 525 - International Macroeconomics

ECON 530 - Managerial Economics

EDAL 520 - Foundations of Educational Leadership

EDAL 560 - K–12 Law

EDAL 565 - Leadership for Seventh-day Adventist Education

EDAL 570 - Principles of Educational Supervision

EDAL 635 - Human Resources Administration

EDAL 640 - Higher Education Law

EDAL 645 - K–12 Educational Finance

EDAL 650 - Educational Administration Program Continuation (MA)

EDAL 655 - Higher Education Finance

EDAL 660 - Planning and Operating Educational Facilities

EDAL 663 - Elementary and Secondary School Leadership

EDAL 667 - Leadership in Higher Education

EDAL 670 - Technology for Leaders

EDAL 674 - Administration of Student Services

EDAL 675 - College Student Development Theory

EDAL 676 - Administration of Academic Services

EDAL 680 - K-12 Internship: (Topic)____

EDAL 685 - Master’s Comprehensive Exam Prep

EDAL 750 - Educational Administration Program Continuation (EdS/Doctoral)

EDAL 785 - Comprehensive Examination Preparation (EdS/Doctoral)

EDAL 886 - Advanced K-12 Internship

EDAL 888 - Dissertation Continuation

EDCI 525 - Master’s Orientation Seminar

EDCI 545 - Assessment of Learning:

EDCI 547 - Foundations of Curriculum Studies

EDCI 565 - Improving Instruction

EDCI 600 - Program Continuation

EDCI 605 - Design & Development of Online Courses

EDCI 606 - Teaching in Higher Education

EDCI 607 - Curriculum: ________

EDCI 610 - Teaching the Adult Learner

EDCI 611 - Design and Development of Training Programs

EDCI 617 - Instruction: _________

EDCI 620 - Facilitating Change in Learning Organizations

EDCI 622,26,29,31,39,41 - Professional Development Courses

EDCI 645 - Advanced Diagnosis & Educational Therapy in Reading

EDCI 648 - Workshop: