5808 Social Studies Methods I U G
Integrates methods of teaching social studies with daily field experiences to effect authentic teaching and learning for preservice teachers.
Prereq: Admission to MEd program and completion of content courses. Not open to students with credit for 638.
4
5809 Social Studies Methods II U G
Focuses on lesson/unit planning with an emphasis on authentic learning, higher level thinking skills, global and multicultural perspectives, active learning strategies, and performance- based assessment.
Prereq: Enrollment in Master in Education program and completion of content courses. Not open to students with credit for 639.
4
5892 Workshop U G
Intensive study of a problem common to the participants for the purpose of developing sound principles and practices relating to it.
Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr hrs or 12 completions.
1 - 4
5901 Advanced English as a Second Language U G
Provides English language learners with extensive field-specific writing practice, with an emphasis on academic writing conventions, grammatical accuracy, and syntactic complexity. Intended for graduate students.
Prereq: Grad standing, and placement test.
3
5901.05 Advanced English as a Second Language U G
Provides English language learners with extensive field-specific writing practice, with an emphasis on academic writing conventions, grammatical accuracy, and syntactic complexity. Intended for graduate students.
Prereq: Grad standing, and placement test.
5
5902 Academic Writing in English as a Second Language U G
Attention given to various practices involving reading and source-based writing. Rhetorical and linguistic issues addressed. Writing about and presenting research findings in specific disciplines.
Prereq: A grade of D or above in 5901 or 5901.05, and Placement Test; or Grad standing.
3
5992 Special Topics in Education U G
Special topics focused on education.
Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr hrs or 4 completions.
1 - 3
6005 Compassionate Teaching: Educating for a Culture of
Peace G
Examines practices of compassionate teaching, behavior in interrelationships, and new ways to further feelings of compassion, kindness, and love toward others. Emphasis on development of mindfulness, self-reflection, and self-discovery.
3
6006 Educating the Whole Child: A Holistic Approach to
Education G
Participants will examine philosophical issues, pedagogical practices, and curricular possibilities related to holistic education.
3
6050 Multiple Perspectives on Teaching and Learning: MA G
Investigates diverse ways of conceptualizing cognitive development and its relationship to learning and teaching and examine specific factors such as the development of memory, attention, problem solving, and specific academic skills.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 871.
3 - 4
6051 School Issues in Child and Adolescent Development
and Learning: M.A. G
Uses contemporary theories of development and learning as a basis for examining current school issues and will identify principles and strategies for construction of classroom environments that provide optimal learning conditions.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 821.07.
3
6052 Classroom-Based Inquiry: MA G
Focuses on the history and evolving status of classroom-based inquiry and teacher action research. Students will develop a proposal for a classroom-based inquiry project, and will practice collecting and analyzing data and summarizing findings.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 874.
3 - 4
6053 Balanced Assessment for Teaching and Learning G
Organized to follow the conceptualization, design, and implementation of a balanced, coordinated approach to formative instructional and assessment practices.
3
6065 Introduction to Theories of Student Development and
Learning: M.Ed. G
Introduces students to theories of student development and learning. It will investigate contemporary research evidence for the various theoretical approaches, as well as teaching models and strategies derived from them.
Prereq: Admission to an M.Ed program. Not open to students with credit for 821.99.
3
6066 Introduction to Theories of Student Development and Learning: M.A.
G
Introduces students to theories of student development and learning. It will investigate contemporary research evidence for the various theoretical approaches, as well as teaching models and strategies derived from them.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 821.
3
6101 Dramatic Inquiry Across the Curriculum G
Using drama to extend inquiry-based learning in literacy and content areas. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 777. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs.
3
6102 Drama and Literacy G
The use of drama to promote literacy learning.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 644. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs.
3
6301 Exploring Language and Learning in Classrooms G
Introduction to the use of discourse analysis in classroom instruction. Focus on principles, practices, analysis of instructional conversations, and implications for enhancing student learning. The course engages students in conducting discourse analyses of their own classrooms. Students must currently be teaching or co-teaching in a classroom and be able to video record events in that classroom.
Prereq: Enrollment in either M.A or M.Ed programs; or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs.
3
6303 Linguistic Diversity in Education G
An introduction to linguistic diversity; how it relates to cultural diversity; how linguistic/cultural diversity shapes teaching and learning in educational settings; & what research says about effective instruction.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 703.07.
3
6312 Language Education and Grammar for Teachers G
Study of linguistic systems, language acquisition, sociolinguistics, and grammar as they bear on the work of practicing classroom teachers.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 612.
3
6325 Methods for Developing Language and Cognition G
Focuses on the emergence of key language and cognitive abilities from infancy through the early primary grades.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 825.
2
6501 Curriculum and Instruction for Students with Visual
Impairments and Multiple Disabilities G
Introduces individuals to principles of curricular and instructional design for all children with visual impairments (K-12). Adaptations and modifications, especially for the general education curriculum, are emphasized.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 747.
3
6505 Reading and Writing Skills for Teachers of Low Vision
and Blind Children G
Introduces students to receptive and expressive modes of written communication for low vision and blind children with a focus on mastery of Grade 2 Literary Braille for initial reading instruction. Teaching strategies will also be taught.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 833.
3
6506 Modes of Communication and Instructional Materials
for Students with Visual Disabilities G
Continuation of the examination of expressive modes of written communication with a focus on the Nemeth Code for mathematics and science. Knowledge of teaching strategies for mathematics is also studied.
Prereq: 6505. Not open to students with credit for 835.
1
6507 Visual Processes and Educational Implications of
Visual Disabilities G
Introduces students to the historical foundations, laws, and regulations that effect students with visual impairments. Students will also learn about anatomy and physiology of the eye, diseases, disorders, and eye specialists' reports.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 826.
3
6510 Orientation and Mobility Intermediate Seminar G
Introduces a view of the history of the profession of orientation and mobility. It provides students with a foundation of understanding the process of planning, skill assessment, goal- setting, and designing and sequencing O&M programs.
Prereq: 5510 (685) and 6507 (826).
3
6511 Orientation and Mobility Advanced Seminar G
Presents important background information for Orientation and Mobility practitioners upon which techniques for instruction may be based. Unique characteristics of environments and principles for accessing them are presented.
Prereq: 6510.
3
6512 Orientation and Mobility Special Topics Seminar G
Highlights strategies for adaptations for early childhood and geriatric populations in the area of orientation and mobility. Considerations encountered in working with both types of populations explored.
Prereq: 6511.
2
6520 Orientation and Mobility Techniques and Methods I G
Covers introduction of the long cane, adaptive mobility devices, indoor travel, indoor orientation skills, route travel and residential travel skills. Practical instruction under a blindfold is a major component.
Prereq: 5510 and 6507.
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6521 Orientation and Mobility Techniques and Methods II G
This hands-on course covers O&M technques and methods for business areas, special travel environments, and public transportation. Practical skill instruction under blindfold is a major component of this course.
Prereq: 6520.
2
6530 Professional Development in the Field of Visual
Impairment G
Designed to allow the student to develop knowledge and skills in adaptive technology, early childhood intervention, and issues that are unique to the field of visual impairments. Prereq: 6507 (826).
3
6550 Curriculum and Instruction for Students who are Deaf
or Hard of Hearing G
Introduces students to principles of curricular and instructional design for children with disabilities and, specifically, for those who are deaf/hard of hearing.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 747.
3
6551 Introduction to American Sign Language G
Introduction to American Sign Language is designed to expose students to approximately 350 to 400 signs, including fingerspelling, from the lexicon of American Sign Language. Students are expected to read signs/fingerspelling at a beginning level.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 754.
3
6556 Reading for Students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing G
Designed to introduce students to selected issues, concerning literacy and deafness: theories of literacy, research, and current practices, reading materials and assessment, and the relationship between reading and writing.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 831.
3
6610 Reflective Seminar in Foreign and Second Language
Education G
Prepares prospective teachers to bring an inquiry orientation to their practice and to see reflective inquiry as a part of teaching.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 865.45.
3
6620 Teaching Advanced Foreign Language Courses G
The teaching of language skills and aesthetic appreciation in advanced foreign language courses, with an emphasis on literature and culture.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 725.
3
6625 Educating English Language Learners in K-12 Contexts G
Intended to help practicing and prospective teachers provide appropriate learning opportunities for school-aged English language learners. Topics include theories of second language learning, academic English, and sociopolitical issues.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 845.
3
6630 TESOL Seminar G
The exploration of themes, issues, and topics relevant to the Foreign and Second Language Education Program, with a particular emphasis on TESOL.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 927.45.
3
6808 Multicultural and Global Perspectives on Teaching and
Learning G
Examines knowledge, pedagogy, reforms, and resources that support education for cultural diversity and equity in an interconnected world.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 881.
3 - 4
6810 Teaching about Africa and African Perspectives in P-12
Schools G
Focuses on teaching about African cultures, history, literature and contemporary life through African perspectives.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 807.
3
6890 M.Ed Capstone Seminar G
Seminar to prepare M.Ed students for the comprehensive written examination or approved alternative.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 926.
3
6891 M.A. Capstone Seminar G
Provides guidance for M.A. students working on final action research projects (or other approved projects), writing thesis proposals or preparing for the comprehensive examination. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 928.
2
6892 Special Topics in Education G
Special topics for professional educators and graduate students; designed to provide the opportunity to update professional skills and review current research
developments.Repeatable to a maximum of 16 cr hrs or 16 completions. This course is graded S/U.
1 - 4
6911 Writing for Coursework for International and 2nd
Language Graduate Students G
Guidance and practice with writing in various genres essential to an academic career-essays, reviews, reports-the kind of writing required in grad-level coursework and end-of-term and comp. Tutorial time arranged. Intended for international graduate students.
Prereq: 5902, or qualified status; and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs. This course is graded S/U.
2
6912 Research Writing for International and 2nd Language
Graduate Students G
Designed to help international graduate students in preparing a conference paper and in preparing a manuscript for publication.
Prereq: 5902, or qualified status; and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs. This course is graded S/U.
2
6913 Thesis Proposal and Dissertation Writing for
International and 2nd Language Graduate Students G
Assist international graduate students in writing their thesis, dissertation, or thesis/dissertation proposal. Tutorial time arranged. Intended for international graduate students.
Prereq: 5902 (508), or qualified status; and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs. This course is graded S/U.
2
6965 Reflective Inquiry on Pedagogy with Prospective
Teachers G
Prepares prospective teachers to bring an inquiry orientation to their practice and to see reflective inquiry as a part of teaching.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 865.
3
7000 Sexuality and Education G
Examination of the role that sexuality plays in the US educational system. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 744. Cross-listed in KnSISM 7744.
3
7005 Creative Expressions in Teaching and Learning G
Provides a context for exploring the pedagogy, curriculum, assessment and politics of creative expression and art in educational settings focused on diversity and equity perspectives, engaging body, mind and spirit in teaching/learning.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 823.
3
7008 Sociocultural Studies of Teaching and Teacher
Education G
A sociocultural look at ways teaching as a profession has been shaped by history, culture, gender; multiple agendas for teacher education; structure of current practice; different programs of reform; studies of teacher education.
3
7010 Diverse Approaches to Research on Teaching and
Learning G
Explores the wide range of teaching and learning research genres; including multiple forms of statistical (quantitative), ethnographic (qualitative), historical and theoretical scholarship on teaching and learning.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 842.
3 - 4
7014 Epistemologies and Theories in Multicultural and
Equity Studies in Education G
Examine and focus in depth on various critical epistemologies, theories, and assumptions and the relationships between them and the pursuit of social justice.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 940.
3
7015 Curricular Approaches in Multicultural and Equity
Studies in Education G
Provides an overview of curricular approaches in MESE drawn from local, national and global scholarship and contexts. Students examine a variety of curricular approaches towards social justice and activist praxis in education.
Prereq: 7014.
3
7016 Intersections of Power, Place and Resistance in
Multicultural and Equity Studies in Education G
Focuses on in-depth examinations of power, "location" and resistance movements in education past, present and future, through analyzing diverse narrative, ethnographic and autobiographic accounts of resistance and social action.
Prereq: 7015. Not open to students with credit for 942.
3
7025 Culturally Relevant Pedagogy G
Focuses on the research that informs culturally relevant pedagogy.
3
7030 Multicultural Influences in Education G
Explores multicultural influences on curriculum, culture and contexts of teaching and learning, given the diversity of the United States and globally. Emphasis given to examining diversity from diverse theories and conceptual frameworks.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 830.
3
7035 Teaching for Social Justice G
An exploration into economic, political, technological and ecological components of multicultural education as it relates to diversity and social justice.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 879.
3
7102 Drama, Literacy, and Learning G
Advanced studies in how drama affects literacy and learning.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 888. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs.
3
7169 Children's Social Development and the Social World of
the Classroom G
Emphasizes children's social development through the understanding of children's social worlds including the phenomenon of their play from the early through the middle school years. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 869.