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2013-2014

2013-2014 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Discipleship & Religious Education
	DSRE 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. DG will be given until requirements are completed and experiences are documented in the portfolio. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSRE 880 - PhD in Religious Education Program Continuation Credits: 0 Allows off-campus doctoral students maintain active status and allows access to the James White Library electronic resources. Continuation fee. Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSRE 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. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSRE 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. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSRE 888 - Dissertation Continuation Credits: 0 Reduced tuition rate applies. Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSRE 890 - Directed Reading Credits: 1–6 Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSRE 930 - Seminar: _______________ Credits: 3 Group study in specified areas of Religious Education. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Special Approval: Advisor or instructor permission required. College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSRE 950 - Synthesis in Religious Education Credits: 3 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. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	DSRE 995 - Doctoral Dissertation Credits: 1–14 To be repeated to 14 credits. 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. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 14 credits College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Economics
	ECON 225 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: 3 Analysis of national income and expenditures according to current theories. Inflation, economic growth, and unemployment are examined, as well as modern banking and the money supply. Course Attribute: Social Science course option in General Education requirements Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 226 - Principles of Microeconomics Credits: 3 Explores theories currently used to explain how people choose what to consume and produce. Analysis extended to well-defined groups such as business firms; also explores the phenomenon called “the market” with its prices and the way people react to them. Algebra used extensively. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SBA 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) Offering: Spring, alternate years College Code: SBA 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(s): ECON 225 , ECON 226 . Offering: Spring, alternate years College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 328 - Money and Banking Credits: 3 Commercial banking, the operation and controls of the Federal Reserve System, money and credit in circulation, and the effect of monetary policies. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): ECON 225 , ECON 226 . Offering: Fall, alternate years College Code: SBA 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(s): ECON 226 . Offering: Alternate Years College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 334 - Intermediate Microeconomics Credits: 3 Theoretical analysis of consumer behavior, individual prices, and the allocation of specific resources to particular uses in a market setting. The economic behavior of individuals and well-defined groups of people is examined, with an introduction to welfare economics. 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 , MATH 191 or MATH 182 . Offering: Spring, odd years College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 335 - Intermediate Macroeconomics Credits: 3 Determinants of aggregate employment, income, consumption, investment, and the price level in contemporary models. 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 , ECON 226 . Offering: Spring, even years College Code: SBA 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) Offering: Spring, alternate years College Code: SBA 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(s): STAT 285 or STAT 340 , MATH 191 or MATH 182 . Offering: Fall, alternate years College Code: SBA 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(s): ECON 225 , ECON 226 . Offering: Fall, alternate years College Code: SBA 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(s): ECON 225 , ECON 334 . Offering: Fall, alternate years College Code: SBA 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(s): ECON 225 , ECON 226 . Offering: Fall, alternate years College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 505 - Survey of Macroeconomics Credits: 2 Analysis of national income and expenditures according to current theories. Inflation, economic growth, and unemployment are examined, as well as modern banking with the money supply. A foundation course for the MBA and other graduate programs. Grade not included in the MBA GPA calculation. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 506 - Survey of Microeconomics Credits: 2 Explores theories currently used to explain how people choose what to consume and produce. Analysis extended to well-defined groups such as business firms; also explores the phenomenon called “the market” with its prices and the way people react to them. Algebra used extensively. A foundation course for the MBA and other graduate programs. Grade not included in the MBA GPA calculation. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 525 - International Macroeconomics Credits: 3 The study of global macroeconomic issues facing firms. 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): ECON 225 or ECON 505 . Offering: Fall College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	ECON 530 - Managerial Economics Credits: 3 The use of economic 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): ECON 226 or ECON 506 , STAT 285 Recommended: Calculus Offering: Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Leadership (EDAL)
	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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 565 - Leadership for Seventh-day Adventist Education Credits: 1–2 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 640 - Higher Education Law Credits: 2–3 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED 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. Registration for this title constitutes full-time status. Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 655 - Higher Education Finance and Technology Credits: 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. The course focuses on the benefits of contemporary technology systems and its ethical usage to enhance financial and organizational effectiveness. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED 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: A-F, DG option available College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 664 - Elementary School Leadership Credits: 2–3 Explores the role of the 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 665 - Secondary School Leadership Credits: 2–3 Explores the role of the 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, and supervision of staff. Also includes office management and auxiliary services. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 667 - Leadership in Higher Education Credits: 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 670 - Technology for Leaders Credits: 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 680 - 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 685 - Master’s Comprehensive Exam Prep Credits: 0 $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED 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. Registration for this title constitutes full-time status. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 785 - Comprehensive Examination Preparation (EdS/Doctoral) Credits: 0 $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDAL 888 - Dissertation Continuation Credits: 0 Registration for this title constitutes full-time status. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Educational Curriculum & Instruction
	EDCI 525 - Master’s Orientation Seminar Credits: 1 Survey of essential principles and practices underlying the Curriculum & Instruction program. Open to MA level students only. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 545 - Assessment & Evaluation of Learning Credits: 3 Exploration and application of effective assessment practices and technology tools for measuring and documenting student learning and development. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 547 - Foundations of Curriculum Studies Credits: 3 The relationship of the purposes of education to the design, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum at any level. Criticism of contemporary curriculum theories from a Christian perspective. Basic to other courses in curriculum and instruction. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED 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. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED 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. Registration for this title indicates fulltime status. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 606 - Teaching in Higher Education Credits: 2 Teaching in Higher Education consists of two modules. The first module includes evaluation, analysis, and practice of a variety of instructional approaches, specifically, but not limited to collaborative learning and direct instruction in the university classroom. The second module includes evaluation and analysis of issues specific to faculty in higher education, such as workload, advancement, Integration of Faith and Learning, and instructional planning. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 607 - Curriculum: ________ Credits: 2–3 Topics such as Designing Online Courses, Integrated Design, Standards-based Design, and Adventist Curriculum Studies. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics College Code: SED 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. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) College Code: SED 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 with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 617 - Instruction: _________ Credits: 2–3 Topics such as Instructional Design, Technology Integration, Differentiated Instruction, and Developmentally Appropriate Instruction in the area of special education, mild cognitive disorders. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 620 - Systems Concepts and Change Credits: 3 Theoretical and applied study of curriculum change and organizational development in learning organizations. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 631–635, 641-642 - Professional Development Courses Credits: 2.0 to 3.0 Contemporary and selected topics in curriculum and instruction. Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics. Open to all graduate students. College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 637 - Technology: ________ Credits: 3 Topics such as Classroom Software Applications, Educational Media Production, Classroom Computer Management, Teaching with the Internet, and Curriculum Productivity Tools. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics 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 or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite(s): EDTE 420 . College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 647 - Diversity: _________ Credits: 2 Topics such as Multicultural Education and Inclusive Education. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 648 - Workshop:_________ Credits: 1–3 Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 650 - Curriculum Design and Development 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 665 - Advanced Instructional Models: ________ Credits: 1–2 Introduction and practice of advanced teaching strategies and/or Special Education Academic Intervention that rely on a system of instruction based upon theory, research, and scholarly thinking in specific disciplines. 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) Prerequisite(s): EDCI 565 or EDTE 444 , EDTE 445 , EDTE 446 , EDTE 447 or EDTE 459 . College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 665 (option) - Advanced Instructional Models: Writing Process Methods Credits: 1, 2 Designed for the student to apply teaching principles and methods to the role of the teacher in organizing a writing workshop, including methods for connecting reading and writing; developing the writing process; conferencing with student writers; incorporating appropriate usage; editing, revising, and proofreading; assessing writing; writing with related technologies; and writing across the curriculum. College Code: SED 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. (See EDCI 637 for additional topics.) $ - Course or lab fee Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 678 - Researching & Theorizing Curriculum Studies: (Tour Location) Credits: 0–3 A structured travel-based learning experience which immerses the learner in the researching and/or theorizing contexts of Curriculum Studies. Learners will join renowned scholars, emerging scholars, and others to engage in complex conversations with each other. Tours visit major international or domestic conferences such as the World Curriculum Studies Conference (WCSC), the American Association for the Advancement of Curriculum Studies Conference (AACS), the Bergamo Conference, the ASCD Annual Conference, and/or the annual conference of the American Educational Research Association (AERA). $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) College Code: SED 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 areas such as Elementary Education, Middle-level Education, Secondary Education, Higher Education and Teacher Education. Permission of supervisor and plans required one semester in advance of registration. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED 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. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 685 - Comprehensive Exam Preparation Credits: 0 Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Offering: Summer, Fall, Spring College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 686 - Curriculum Past and Present Credits: 3 Survey of curriculum events, ideas, and trends since 1890. Special attention is given to landmark studies and seminal curriculum documents. Students investigate one historical topic and one current trend. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 690 - Independent Study: ____________ Credits: 1–3 Individual research and study under the guidance of an instructor. A minimum of 45 clock hours of study time expected per credit. Limited prior approval by the advisor and instructor. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 695 - Master’s Portfolio Credits: 1 Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 696 - Project Implementation Credits: 1–3 Students are expected to make practical application of an educational theory through practical implementation and supervision of an instruction and/or curriculum project. Students are expected to collect field-based data related to such functions, and, with such data, revise the original project. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 699 - Thesis Credits: 1–3 Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 725 - Doctoral Orientation Seminar Credits: 1 Survey of essential principles and practices underlying the Curriculum and Instruction program. Open to specialist and doctoral students only. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 730 - Curriculum Theory Credits: 3 The examination of philosophical and theoretical underpinnings to educational issues. Emphasis upon theorizing within student’s research interest. Includes student’s development of theoretical frameworks. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite(s): EDCI 686 or permission of instructor. College Code: SED 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 areas such as Curriculum Leadership, Instructional Leadership, The Professorate, and Research on Teacher Education. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 795 - Specialist Portfolio Credits: 1 Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 799 - Advanced Project: __________ Credits: 1–6 This empirically based product should be constructed using sound principles of curriculum/instruction design. A final written report documents project development and performance. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor. Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 870 - Comprehensive Exam Preparation Credits: 0 Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: SED 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) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 885 - Applied Research: __________ Credits: 1–8 Planned research experience dealing with an actual educational situation. Students identify a faculty member with whom to engage in collaborative research study leading to joint publication. Course meets the advanced methodology requirement for PhD students. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 886 - Internship: __________ Credits: 1–8 Students, under the supervision of a C&I faculty member, work in responsible positions with specialists in cooperating institutions, school systems, or agencies. Internships available in Curriculum Leadership, Instructional Leadership, Teaching in Higher Education, Teacher Education and accreditation processes. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 8 credits Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 888 - Dissertation Continuation Credits: 0 Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 889 - Doctoral Seminar Credits: 1–3 Engagement in professional development activities appropriate to doctoral-level candidates. Includes critiques of dissertations, dissertation defenses, professional conference participation, and serving as teaching assistant for a college-level course. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 895 - Doctoral Portfolio Credits: 1 Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDCI 899 - Doctoral Dissertation Credits: 1–14 A minimum of 14 credits required. Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Educational Foundations
	EDFN 500 - Philosophical Foundations for Professionals Credits: 2–3 Examines philosophical and theological bases of major worldviews and, taking into account the conceptual framework of the Andrews University School of Education, critiques the impact of naturalism and post-modernism on education, psychology, and religion from a Christian perspective. Preferably taken in the first year of any graduate program in the School of Education. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDFN 517 - History of Seventh-day Adventist Education Credits: 2 Development of educational theory and institutions among Seventh-day Adventists, with emphasis on discernible eras and their characteristics. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDFN 610 - History and Philosophy of Education Credits: 3 A study of the major influences and ideas in the history and philosophy of education from biblical and classical times to the present. The course materials cover a broad overview of the entire period, with a more detailed focus on noteworthy developments and significant eras. Students are required to research 3–4 topics. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDFN 688 - Integration of Faith and Learning Credits: 1–2 An interdisciplinary consideration of faith-maturing activities in the school: philosophy, curriculum, and teaching strategies. Attention directed toward classroom practice in the secondary school and college, although the general principles under review have direct implications for Christian education in the elementary and junior high school. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 2 credits College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDFN 689 - Seminar in Foundations: Credits: 2–3 Examination of leadership, education and psychology. Topics may include historical, philosophical, psychological, sociological, and curricular foundations of education, as well as fundamental issues of leadership, finance, law, diversity and international understanding. The course is comprised of presentations by experts on the topics selected, and discussion based on assigned readings. Each student chooses two areas for in-depth study and makes presentations to the class. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Research & Measurement
	EDRM 499 - Independent Study Credits: 1–3 Topic to be selected by advisement. Permission of advisor and instructor required. A contract must be developed between the student and the instructor. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDRM 505 - Research Methods Credits: 3 A survey of quantitative and qualitative research designs for conducting basic and applied research in education and psychology. The primary focus will be on the research process including defining variables, formulating and stating the problem, planning and designing the research, conducting the literature review, instrumentation, data collection procedures, basic data analysis, and researcher ethical and legal responsibilities. Students are expected to develop a research proposal. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDRM 506 - Research and Evaluation for Counselors Credits: 3 This course seeks to prepare mental health and school counselors to be informed consumers of research and evaluation. It focuses primarily on research designs (quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods), program evaluation models and procedures and data analysis within the counseling field. Ethical and multicultural issues relevant to research in counseling will also be addressed. Critical analyses of the literature and development of a research proposal relevant to counseling will be required. This course is for clinical mental health and school counseling students only. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDRM 604 - Design and Analysis of Educational and Psychological Surveys Credits: 3 Development of questionnaires, scale construction, and administration of survey instruments. Topics include item generation, survey development, establishment of reliability and validity. Analysis of survey data using SPSS will be a major part of this course. Students are expected to submit and present a research paper at the end of the course. (Master’s-level only) Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): EDRM611 or equivalent College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	EDRM 605 - Qualitative Research Methods in Education and Psychology Credits: 3 The theory, methods, and application of qualitative research in education and psychology with particular emphasis on participant observation and the ethnographic interview. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) College Code: SED Click here for the Schedule of Classes.

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