May 20, 2024  
2013-2014 
    
2013-2014 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Research & Measurement

  
  • EDRM 611 - Applied Statistical Methods I

    Credits: 3
    Analysis of educational, counseling and psychological data using descriptive and basic inferential statistics; frequency distribution, measures of central tendency, dispersion, correlation, t-tests, one way Analysis of Variance, simple linear regression, introduction to multiple regression analysis, and Chi-Square. SPSS will be used for all data analysis. Students are expected to submit and present a research paper at the end of the course.

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    College Code: SED


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  • EDRM 612 - Applied Statistical Methods II

    Credits: 3
    Analysis of educational, counseling and psychological data using multiple regression analysis, logistic regression analysis, exploratory factor analysis, factorial analysis of variance, repeated measures analysis of variance, and analysis of covariance. SPSS will be used for all data analysis. 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): EDRM 611 or equivalent.
    College Code: SED


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  • EDRM 613 - Applied Statistical Methods III

    Credits: 3
    Analysis of educational, counseling & psychological data using multivariate analysis of variance, discriminant analysis, multinomial logistic regression analysis, canonical correlation analysis, cluster analysis, structural equation modeling, and hierarchical linear modeling. SPSS will be primarily used for data analysis. Additional software (e.g. AMOS, HLM) may be required. 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): EDRM 612 or equivalent.
    College Code: SED


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  • EDRM 636 - Program Evaluation

    Credits: 3
    The application of various evaluation models and techniques for the specific purpose of judging the processes and results of projects and programs.

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): EDRM 505  and EDRM 611  or their equivalents.
    College Code: SED


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  • EDRM 690 - Independent Study: Topic

    Credits: 1–3
    Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of curriculum advisor and independent study supervisor required. A contract between the student and supervisor must be developed. Graded S/U.
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    College Code: SED


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  • EDRM 704 - 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. (Doctoral-level only)

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): EDRM 611  or equivalent.
    College Code: SED


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  • EDRM 710 - Seminar in Research Methodology

    Credits: 1
    This course will primarily review various research orientations and methodologies as they relate to the student’s dissertation topic. Topics to be discussed will include: university support system for completing the dissertation, selecting the dissertation topic, constituting and working with the dissertation committee, and conducting the literature review. At the end of the course, students are expected to have an approved dissertation topic, a formally constituted committee, and an annotated bibliography. It is recommended that this course be taken the semester just prior to taking EDRM880 Dissertation Proposal Development.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG)
    College Code: SED


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  • EDRM 712 - Applied Statistical Methods II

    Credits: 3
    Analysis of educational, counseling and psychological data using multiple regression analysis, logistic regression analysis, exploratory factor analysis, factorial analysis of variance, repeated measures analysis of variance, and analysis of covariance. SPSS will be used for all data analysis. Students are expected to submit and present a research paper at the end of the course. (Doctoral-level only)

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): EDRM 611  or equivalent.
    College Code: SED


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  • EDRM 713 - Applied Statistical Methods III

    Credits: 3
    Analysis of educational, counseling and psychological data using multivariate analysis of variance, discriminant analysis, multinomial logistic regression analysis, canonical correlation analysis, cluster analysis, structural equation modeling, and hierarchical linear modeling. SPSS will be primarily used for data analysis. Additional software (e.g. AMOS, HLM) may be required. Students are expected to submit and present a research paper at the end of the course. (Doctoral-level only)

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): EDRM 712  or equivalent.
    College Code: SED


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  • EDRM 880 - Dissertation Proposal Development

    Credits: 2
    Designing and writing the doctoral dissertation proposal.

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): EDRM 505 , EDRM 611  and EDRM 710  or their equivalents, and permission of instructor.
    College Code: SED


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Teacher Education

  
  • EDTE 110 - Basic Reading/Language Skills

    Credits: 1–2
    Intended for those who need one-to-one or small-group instruction in basic language skills because of special needs. May include work to improve basic reading, writing, and study skills as determined by individual educational assessment.

    Lab required
    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable up to 8 credits
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 140 - Reading Vocabulary Development

    Credits: 1–2
    Intended for those who need basic reading skills. Develops vocabulary strategies and skills for word meaning and identification. Instruction includes comprehension emphasis to place vocabulary learning in a meaningful context and to apply word recognition strategies in authentic situations.

    Lab required
    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable up to 4 credits
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 160 - College Reading Efficiency

    Credits: 2
    Designed to develop active reading comprehension and flexible reading rates and strategies to meet varied purposes for reading.

    Lab required
    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable up to 4 credits
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 164 - Dynamic Reading Strategies

    Credits: 1–2
    Designed to assist average and above-average readers in increasing comprehension and reading rate.

    Lab required
    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 165 - Philosophical and Social Foundations of Education

    Credits: 4
    An orientation to the teaching profession in a multicultural society, including the philosophical/ethical assumptions underlying different education philosophies and the social, cultural, and instructional aspects of American education. Students analyze educational philosophies and practices from a Christian perspective and study the implications of school law on educational practice. 30-hour field experience required outside of class time.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 228 - Strategies for Educating Exceptional and Diverse Learners

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the characteristics and educational needs of learners from various backgrounds. Emphasis is placed on meeting these students’ educational needs in regular classrooms. 20-hour field experience.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): EDTE 165 .
    Offering: Even Fall, Spring, Summer
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 376 - Topics:

    Credits: 1–3
    Topics of current significance. Credit to be announced with topic in advance.

    Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics
    Offering: As scheduled
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 389 - Work Conference: Topic

    Credits: 1–3
    In-service training, clinics, and supervised experiences in education. Credit to be announced with topic in advance. As scheduled

    Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 408 - Principles of Teaching and Learning

    Credits: 3
    Basic techniques of instruction, planning, and classroom management. Emphasis is on acquisition and application of an instructional framework and basic classroom management. Field experience.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s):  , EDTE 630 or equivalent, EDTE 228  and GDPC 302 .
    Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 416 - Individualized Reading Instruction

    Credits: 3
    Prepares the teacher to set up a direct instruction format for mastery teaching of reading to individuals using the basal Life Series. Students are introduced to the management system developed by the Exemplary Center for Reading Instruction to teach vocabulary, spelling, penmanship, and discussion techniques. Field experience required. Offered on extension campuses only.

    $ - Course or lab fee
    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 417 - Teaching Reading in the Secondary Content Areas

    Credits: 3
    Methods for teaching content area reading to secondary students and adults, strategies for effective content lessons, application of basic skills, vocabulary comprehension, and study skills within subject areas. Includes objectives and methods, reading problems of adolescents and adults, and selection and development of materials. 30-hour field experience.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Course Attribute: Service course
    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): GDPC 302  or GDPC 514 , EDTE 408 .
    Offering: Spring, even Summers
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 418 - Methods for Teaching Beginning Reading

    Credits: 3
    Application of principles of effective instruction to early literacy acquisition. Focuses on balanced, explicit instruction approaches. Field experience included in class meeting time.

    $ - Course or lab fee
    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Course Attribute: Service course
    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): GDPC 302  or GDPC 514 , EDTE 408 .
    Offering: Spring, odd Summers
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 420 - Literacy Intervention Strategies

    Credits: 3
    Assessment and methods for prevention and remediation of reading problems. Useful for classroom and clinical settings. Field experience included in class meeting time.

    $ - Course or lab fee
    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Course Attribute: Service course
    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): GDPC 302  or GDPC 514 , EDTE 408 , EDTE 418 .
    Offering: Fall, even Summers
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 424 - Classroom Testing and Evaluation

    Credits: 2
    Writing instructional objectives. Topics may include: preparing classroom tests to measure the attainment of those objectives; concepts of reliability and validity; simple item analysis; interpreting data from standardized tests and other data in cumulative folders; sociometric procedures; grading and reporting.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): admission to student teaching.
    Offering: Fall, odd Summers
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 425 - Multi-grade/Multi-age Education

    Credits: 1
    Techniques, practices and strategies appropriate for multi-age/multi-grade classrooms. Includes an introduction to relevant NAD administrative and curriculum materials. 50-hours of field experience.

    $ - Course or lab fee
    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Offering: Spring
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 436 - Writing K–8

    Credits: 2
    A theoretical and practical examination of instructional methodologies used for elementary writers.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 438 - Workshop:

    Credits: 1–3
    Credit to be announced with topic in advance.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG)
    Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics
    Offering: As scheduled
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 444 - Elementary Language Arts Methods

    Credits: 2
    Application of principles of effective instruction to Language Arts with specific emphasis on writing workshop methodology. An introduction to the curriculum of K–8 schools, including unique Adventist curricular materials and Michigan Content Standards and Benchmarks. Field experience included in class meeting time.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Corequisite(s): EDTE 484 .
    Prerequisite(s): GDPC 302  or GDPC 514 , EDTE 408 .
    Offering: Fall, odd Summers
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 445 - Elementary Mathematics Methods

    Credits: 3
    Application of principles of effective instruction to Mathematics. An introduction to the curriculum of K–8 schools, including unique Adventist curricular materials and Michigan Content Standards and Benchmarks.

    $ - Course or lab fee
    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Course Attribute: Service course
    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 220 
    Offering: Spring, even Summers
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 446 - Elementary Science and Health Methods

    Credits: 3
    Application of principles of effective instruction to Science and Health. An introduction to the curriculum of K–8 schools, including unique Adventist curricular materials and Michigan Content Standards and Benchmarks. Field experience.

    $ - Course or lab fee
    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Course Attribute: Service course
    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): GDPC 302  or GDPC 514 , EDTE 408 .
    Offering: Spring, even Summers
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 447 - Elementary Social Studies and Character Education Methods

    Credits: 3
    Application of principles of effective instruction to Social Studies and Character Education. An introduction to the curriculum of K(8) schools, including unique SDA curricular materials and Michigan Content Standards and Benchmarks. Field experience included in class meeting time.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Course Attribute: Service course
    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): GDPC 302  or GDPC 514 , EDTE 408 .
    Offering: Fall, even Summers
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 448 - Methods for Integrating Arts & Movement in Elementary Curriculum

    Credits: 3
    Application of principles integrating art, music, and physical education instruction in the elementary curriculum. An introduction to the curriculum of K–8 schools, including unique Adventist curricular materials and Michigan Content Standards and Benchmarks. Field experience included in class meeting time.

    $ - Course or lab fee
    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Course Attribute: Service course
    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): GDPC 302  or GDPC 514 , EDTE 408 .
    Offering: Spring, odd Summers
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 456 - Secondary Science Methods

    Credits: 2
    Materials and methods for science instruction with particular emphasis on inquiry teaching, use of technology and safety issues in the 6–12 classroom.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): EDTE 459  and EDTE 408 , and acceptance into the teacher education program. 
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 459 - Methods for Teaching Secondary School: Area

    Credits: 3
    Focuses on teaching strategies especially useful at the secondary-age level. Emphasis on developing a repertoire of strategies that enhance a variety of learning outcomes in students and blend theory and practice. Field experience.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): GDPC 302  or GDPC 514 , EDTE 408 .
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Offering: Fall, odd Summers
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 460 - Reading Practicum

    Credits: 1–4
    Observation and supervised instruction with individual students and reading classes on the elementary level.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG)
    Prerequisite(s): EDTE 417 , EDTE 420 , EDTE 485 . May be graded S/U.
    Repeatable: Repeatable up to 4 credits
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 467 - School and Society

    Credits: 1
    The school as an institution in a multi-cultural society; the cardinal purposes, structure, and operation of education.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 476 - Methods for Integrating Instructional Technology

    Credits: 2–3
    Course focuses on the use of a wide variety of instructional technology and media to support student learning with emphasis on the application of technologies to effective teaching. Topics covered during course include: technology as a tool, internet in the classroom, standards for integrating technology and multimedia teaching tools, and facilitating students’ use of technology.

    $ - Course or lab fee
    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W)
    Prerequisite(s): INFS 120  or equivalent, EDTE 408 .
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Offering: Even Summer & Fall, odd Spring
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 480 - First Days of School Experience

    Credits: 2
    An intensive, comprehensive, full-time field experience beginning in early August. Integrates the study and application of strategies for classroom management; guidelines for beginning the school year successfully. Required prior to student teaching. Field experience.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Student Teaching.
    Offering: Summer
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 484 - Developmental Reading Methods

    Credits: 2
    Prepares upper-elementary and middle-school teachers in the techniques of developmental reading and other language arts components. Includes whole-language techniques, direct instruction of comprehension strategies, and the reading-writing connection. Field experience included in class meeting time.

    $ - Course or lab fee
    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Corequisite(s): EDTE 444 .
    Prerequisite(s): GDPC 302  or GDPC 514 , EDTE 408 .
    Offering: Fall
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 485 - Advanced Methods for Elementary Classroom Literacy

    Credits: 3
    s for literacy teaching in grades K–8. Ways to organize the reading/language arts program to integrate reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Deals with meeting needs of individual learners within a classroom program. Field experience.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): EDTE 418  or EDTE 484 .
    Offering: Summer, even years
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 487 - Student Teaching Seminar

    Credits: 1
    A weekly seminar for student teachers.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Corequisite(s): EDTE 488  or EDTE 588 .
    Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 488 - Student Teaching (Level)

    Credits: 1–15
    The student-teaching experience requires full participation in an elementary (K–8) or secondary (7–12) school. Emphasis is on application of teaching theory in the classroom with supervision and feedback.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG)
    Corequisite(s): EDTE 487 .
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Student Teaching.
    Repeatable: Repeatable up to 15 credits
    Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 499 - 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 to students pursuing topics in education. Prior approval by the advisor and instructor.

    Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 588 - Graduate Student Teaching: Level

    Credits: 1–10
    Instructional and/or supervisory experience in an elementary (K–8) or secondary (7–12) school under supervision.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG)
    Corequisite(s): EDTE 487 .
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Student Teaching. Graded S/U.
    Repeatable: Repeatable up to 10 credits
    Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 600 - Program Continuation

    Credits: 0
    The Teacher Education student may register for this title while clearing deferred (DG) and/or incomplete (I) grades with advisor approval only. Registration for this title indicates full-time status.

    Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 630 - Seminar:

    Credits: 1–4
    Seminar in specific topics relevant to teacher education. Each seminar examines one topic in detail.

    Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics
    Offering: Summer
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 630 - Seminar: Philosophical and Social Foundations of Education

    Credits: 2
    Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 630:03 - Seminar: Reading


    Reading Seminar is taken near the end of the student’s program. It examines leadership for change in literacy instruction, staff development and presentation skills. Students choose other topics to round out their program.

    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 648 - Workshop:

    Credits: 1–3
    Credit to be announced with topic in advance.

    Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics
    Offering: As scheduled
    College Code: SED


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  • EDTE 690 - Independent Study:

    Credits: 1–3
    Individual research and study under the guidance of an instructor. A minimum of 60 clock hours of study time expected per credit. Limited to students pursuing topics in education. Prior approval by the advisor and instructor.

    Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer
    College Code: SED


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Education-General

  
  • EDUC 560 - Degree Reactivation

    Credits: 0
    Students who have 2 semesters of break in enrollment must register for this reactivation course.

    $ - Course or lab fee
    Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    College Code: SED


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  • EDUC 560 - Degree Reactivation

    Credits: 0
    When participants request reactivation, they will register for Degree Reactivation and pay the associated fee.

    $ - Course or lab fee


    College Code: SED


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English

  
  • ENGL 115 - English Composition I

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to written composition focusing on composing as a recursive process for generating meaning and communicating effectively. Emphasizes short essay writing based on personal explorations of memory, observation, conversation, and reading.

    Delivery: Interactive online option available
    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite for students whose native language is not English: An overall average of 550 on TOEFL or 80 on MELAB or a successful completion of advanced English in the Intensive English program with a B in all classes and a pass on the CIE exit exam. Cannot be audited or CLEPed.
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 115V - English Composition I

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to written composition focusing on composing as a recursive process for generating meaning and communicating effectively. Emphasizes short essay writing based on personal explorations of memory, observation, conversation, and reading.

    Delivery: Self-paced online course
    Grade Mode: Griggs corresp (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 185 - Much Ado about English

    Credits: 2
    An introductory course, organized thematically, featuring various texts and approached from several perspectives, including linguistic, rhetorical, and literary analysis.

    $ - Course or lab fee
    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 215 - English Composition II

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to source-based, academic writing, Including practice in summarizing, analyzing, synthesizing, and reading from a critical perspective. Sections organized thematically.

    Delivery: Interactive online option available
    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and completion of 24 semester credits. Cannot be audited or CLEPed.
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 220 - Technical Writing

    Credits: 3
    Instruction and practice in designing technical reports. Course studies rhetorical problems and practical strategies related to analyzing and communicating technical information to technical and non-technical audiences.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 . Cannot be audited.
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 255 - Studies in Literature

    Credits: 3
    An introductory literature course with the emphasis indicated by a subtitle, such as World Literature, Biblical Literature, or Short Story.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 .
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 267 - Approaches to Literature

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to genres, analysis, critical approaches, and writing about literature.

    $ - Course or lab fee
    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 .
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 270V - American Literature to 1900

    Credits: 3
    A survey of American literature from its beginnings to 1900.

    Delivery: Self-paced online course
    Grade Mode: Griggs corresp (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 .
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 273 - American Literature to 1865

    Credits: 3
    A survey of American literature from the 17th century through the Civil War.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 .
    Offering: Alternate years
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 274 - American Literature 1865–1914

    Credits: 3
    A survey of American literature from the Civil War to World War I.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 .
    Offering: Alternate years
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 300 - Modern English Grammar

    Credits: 3–4
    Basic English syntax for students and future teachers, including grammatical terminology and a brief history of grammatical models. Students needing study in the history of the English language should enroll for 4 credits.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 .
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 315 - Professional Writing

    Credits: 3
    Practice in adapting writing to a variety of professional audiences and tasks, including resumes, proposals, business and technical reports, web writing, and collaborative writing.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 . Cannot be audited.
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 345 - Introduction to Rhetoric

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the study of rhetoric, including classical and modern theories. Emphasis is given to the practical applications of rhetorical analysis in mass media, advertising, literary and political representations.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 .
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 371 - English Literature to 1600

    Credits: 3
    A survey of literature of the British Isles from Beowulf through the 16th century.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 .
    Offering: Alternate years
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 372 - English Literature 1600–1800

    Credits: 3
    A survey of literature of the British Isles of the 17th and 18th centuries.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 .
    Offering: Alternate years
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 373 - English Literature 1800–1914

    Credits: 3
    A survey of Literature of the British Isles from the 19th century to World War I.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 .
    Offering: Alternate years
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 375V - English Literature I (to 1660)

    Credits: 3
    Literature of the British Isles from Beowulf through the Renaissance.

    Delivery: Self-paced online course
    Grade Mode: Griggs corresp (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 .
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 376V - English Literature II (1660–1900)

    Credits: 3
    Literature of the British Isles from the Restoration through the Victorian period.

    Delivery: Self-paced online course
    Grade Mode: Griggs corresp (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 .
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 403 - 20th-century English and American Literature

    Credits: 3
    A survey of 20th-century literature of British, American and other literature in English.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 , ENGL 215  and ENGL 267 .
    Offering: Alternate years
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 404 - New Global Literature

    Credits: 3
    A survey of recent global literary texts with a focus on issues of diversity.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 , ENGL 215  and ENGL 267 .
    Offering: Alternate years
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 407 - Literature for Children

    Credits: 2–3
    Selection, analysis, and evaluation of literary works which meet the reading and/or the listening interests of children and enhance the preparation of elementary teachers, librarians, and parents.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 .
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 408 - Literature for Young Adults

    Credits: 2–3
    Selection, analysis, and evaluation of literary works that meet the reading interests of young adults and enhance the preparation of middle-school and secondary English teachers, librarians, and parents.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 ENGL 215 .
    Offering: Alternate years
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 425 - Literary Topics

    Credits: 3
    Advanced study of a literary period, genre, or theme, such as Victorian Literature, Poetry, Biblical Literature, Women’s Literature or the Classical Heritage.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 ENGL 215 , and ENGL 267 .
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 430 - Topics in _______

    Credits: 1–4
    Study of selected topics in composition, language, or literature. Topic and credit to be announced in advance.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 .
    Repeatable: Repeatable up to 12 credits with different topics
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 435 - Topics in Linguistics

    Credits: 1–4
    Study of topics in linguistics such as bilingualism, the TESOL professional, teaching and learning in the ESL classroom, or the TESOL Certificate Program.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 .
    Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 437 - Teaching and Tutoring Writing

    Credits: 3
    Theory and practice in teaching, tutoring and responding to student writing. Exercises in composition, revision and evaluation. A minimum of 20 hours tutoring required.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 .
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 438 - Advanced Composition

    Credits: 3
    An exploration of published essays, writing theory, and strategies. Student essays move beyond—in style, scope and subject matter— the writing done in ENGL 115 and ENGL 215, which are prerequisites. Cannot be audited.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Offering: Alternate years
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 440 - Language and Culture

    Credits: 3
    The study of language in the context of ethnology with emphasis on (1) the effect of social variables (including gender) on language use, and (2) on paralanguage (e.g., kinesics and proxemics).

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 , ENGL 215 , and ENGL 460  or permission of instructor.
    Offering: Alternate years
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 450 - Literary Criticism and Theory

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to literary criticism and theory. Readings start with Plato, but special emphasis is on New Criticism to the present.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 ENGL 215 , and ENGL 267 .
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 454 - The Writing Life

    Credits: 3
    An exploration of composition theory and writing practice through the study of published writers’ narrative accounts of the writing life. Students engage in an extended writing project selected in consultation with the instructor.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 . Cannot be audited. 
    Offering: Alternate years
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 459 - Methods of Teaching English

    Credits: 3
    An integration and exploration of pedagogical theories and practices in literature for young adults, and writing and language study for the secondary-school classroom. Does not apply toward the first 16 credits in English for an MAT degree.  Enrollment by permission of the instructor.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 .
    Offering: Alternate years
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 460 - Linguistics

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to linguistics for those planning to teach or work in the area of language, communication, or English on any level.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 .
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 461 - TESOL Theories and Methods

    Credits: 4
    Critical survey of traditional and current theories and methods of teaching English to speakers of other languages. Includes supervised observation of ESL classes.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 462 - TESOL Pedagogy and Practice

    Credits: 4
    Study of current methods and techniques for teaching reading, writing, speaking, and listening to speakers of other languages. Includes supervised teaching of ESL classes.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 461 - TESOL Theories and Methods .
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 464 - Major Literary Author

    Credits: 3
    Study of a major author, such as Chaucer, Shakespeare, Johnson, Dickens, Hawthorne, or Cather.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 ENGL 215 , and ENGL 267 .
    Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 465 - TESOL Methods

    Credits: 2
    Specialized techniques for teaching and testing various English-language skills. Content rotates among grammar; reading and writing; speaking and listening.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Corequisite(s): ENGL 490  or ENGL 505 -002 TESOL Practicum.
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 , ENGL 215 , and ENGL 460 
    Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 467 - Creative Writing

    Credits: 3
    Practice in writing stories, essays, poetry, or drama. Course emphasis changes from semester to semester.

    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115  and ENGL 215 . Cannot be audited.
    Repeatable: Repeatable up to 9 credits with different topics
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 469 - Second Language Acquisition

    Credits: 3
    Study of current theories of and research in language acquisition and the implications of this scholarship for language teachers and teaching.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 115 , ENGL 215 , and ENGL 460  or permission of instructor.
    Offering: Alternate years
    College Code: CAS


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  • ENGL 478 - Study Tour:

    Credits: 0
    Travel to destinations relevant to individual programs of study. Classes will be selected from department(s) offerings. Fee may be required.

    $ - Course or lab fee
    Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students


    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits
    College Code: CAS


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