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CIS 291 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-5 credits
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CIS 325 - Management Information Systems
Introduction to the application of information technology in organizations, roles of managers and staff professionals in developing and using information systems with current and future technology. 3 credits
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CIS 384 - Decision Support Systems
A study of the decision process, including the gathering, analysis, and application of data. Prerequisite: CIS 325 or MIS 325 3 credits
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CIS 484 - Database Management Systems
The study of formalized database design. This course will focus on relational model design and the use of SQL. Students will use a modern relational database to implement designs and learn the basics of data management. Prerequisite: MIS-322 3 credits
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CIS 491 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits
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CIS 492 - Topics
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-5 credits
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CIS 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship
Includes senior project, and capstone experience. Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical. 1-6 credits
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CSC 105 - Introduction to Computers
Overview of computer applications with emphasis on word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation tools and internet-based applications. 3 credits
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CSC 130 - Visual Basic Programming
Fundamentals of programming using Visual Basic. Focus on problem solving, visual design, and programming concepts. Topics include sequence, selection, repetition, procedures, and functions. 3 credits
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CSC 140 - Web Programming
This course provides an introduction to Java programming and its applications. It is offered for the students in all disciplines with little or no computer programming experience. Topics include Java applications, Java applets, data types, operations, control structures, methods and object oriented programming concepts. Prerequisite: MATH 102 and MIS 105 , CSC 105 , MIS 205 or CSC 205 3 credits
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CSC 150 - Computer Science I
An introduction to computer programming. Focus on problem solving, algorithm development, design, and programming concepts. Topics include sequence, selection, repetition, functions, and arrays. 3 credits
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CSC 160 - Programming .Net With Visual Basic
This course provides an introduction to Visual Basic programming and its applications using .NET. It is offered for students in all disciplines with little or no computer programming experience. Topics include data types, operations, control structures, graphical user interface design and object oriented programming concepts. object oriented programming concepts. of instructor. Prerequisite: MATH 102 and MIS 105 , CSC 105 , MIS 205 or CSC 205 3 credits
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CSC 205 - Advanced Computer Applications
This course covers advanced topics in word processing and spreadsheet applications such as macros, advanced functions, graphics, merging, linking, and transferring data. The course emphasizes the efficient use of software packages. Operating systems/environment topics are also addressed. Prerequisite: CSC 105 3 credits
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CSC 210 - Web Authoring
This course focuses on techniques and methods for writing specifically for the Internet. Topics will include designing and creating documents for the World Wide Web, design considerations, and publishing and maintaining Web sites. Students will use HTML, Web authoring software, and other software for Web development. Prerequisite: MIS 105 or MIS 205 3 credits
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CSC 250 - Computer Science II
Problem solving, algorithm design, standards of program style, debugging and testing. Extension of the control structures and data structures of the high-level language introduced in CSC 150. Elementary data structures and basic algorithms that include sorting and searching. Topics include more advanced treatment of functions, data types such as arrays and structures, and files. Prerequisite: CSC 150 3 credits
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CSC 273 - Computer Mathematics With Excel and VBA
This course provides an introduction to problem solving and computers mathematics using MS Excel and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA). It is offered for the students in all disciplines with little or no computer programming experience. Topics include advanced Excel functions and Topics include advanced Excel functions and formulas, using Excel as a data analysis, decision advanced charting, VBA data types, control structures and forms, creating custom functions using VBA, graphical user interface design and implementation, Excel objects model and object oriented programming concepts. Prerequisite: MATH 102 and MIS 105 , CSC 105 , MIS 205 or CSC 205 3 credits
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CSC 291 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-5 credits
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CSC 325 - Management Information Systems
Introduction to the application of information technology in organizations, roles of managers and staff professionals in developing and using information systems with current and future technology. 3 credits
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CSC 461 - Programming Languages
This course consists of two parts. The first part introduces how programming languages are designed, including an introduction to the concepts of parsing and compiling. Issues related to implementation such as type checking, binding, and memory management are discussed. Secondly, the course will survey the spectrum of programming languages paradigms, including traditional imperative, object oriented, functional, and logic languages. Prerequisite: MIS 150 3-4 credits
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CSC 484 - Database Management Systems
The study of formalized database design. This course will focus on relational model design and the use of SQL. Students will use a modern relational database to implement designs and learn the basics of data management. Prerequisite: MIS 332 3 credits
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CSC 491 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits
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CSC 492 - Topics
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-5 credits
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CSC 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship
Includes senior project, and capstone experience. Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical. 1-6 credits
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CSC 592 - Topics
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-5 credits
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Driver Education |
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DRED 460 - Driver and Traffic Safety Education
Recommended policies and practices in driver education and traffic safety. Emphasis on traffic safety. Department of Transportation’s traffic safety program, use of simulators, driver improvement through enforcement. 3 credits
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DRED 480 - Special Methods in the Teaching of Driver Education
Driver education and traffic safety course with experience in classroom and behind- the-wheel phases of driver education; lesson plans, films, scheduling and testing techniques. 3 credits
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DRED 491 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits
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DRED 591 - Independent Study
Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits
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DRED 592 - Topics
A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 1-4 credits
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DRED 776 - Problems in Driver and Safety Education
Problems in Driver and Safety Education. 2-8 credits
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Early Childhood Education |
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ECE 328 - Guidance with Young Children
Observation and guidance in preschool under supervision of professional practitioners. 2 credits
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ECE 328L - Guidance With Young Children Lab
Observation and guidance in preschool under supervision of professional practitioners. 1 credit
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ECE 365 - Emergent Literacy Birth to Eight Education
This course will focus on language and emergent literacy development of children from infancy to age 8. Focus will be on providing authentic, developmentally appropriate activities that are integrated across the curriculum. Students will learn to evaluate developmentally appropriate literature for young children (birth to 8). A lab experience will enable students to develop and implement strategies for classroom teaching and for linking classroom learning and home literacy. 3 credits
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ECE 391 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1 - 3 credits
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ECE 411 - Social Development in Early Childhood
The study of various cultural, environmental and developmental factors that shape young children from infancy through 8 years of age. Emphasis on understanding and meeting the individual social/emotional needs of children. 2 credits
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ECE 412 - Kindergarten Education
Course designed for students and teachers interested in work with kindergarten-age children. Issues, activities, and materials specific to kindergarten will be emphasized. 3 credits
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ECE 413 - Early Childhood Curriculum
The materials and methods employed with young children in early childhood education programs with emphasis on developmentally appropriate practices. 2 credits
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ECE 488 - Student Teaching
Students preparing for teaching in the early childhood setting will observe, participate, and teach under the supervision of the regular classroom teacher in an approved early childhood setting. An additional Mandatory Fee applies to this course. Admission to Teacher Education required 1-12 credits
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ECE 489 - Kindergarten Student Teaching
Students preparing for teaching in the early childhood setting will observe, participate, and teach under the supervision of the regular classroom teacher in an approved early childhood setting. An additional “Mandatory Fee” applies to this course. A supervised, five-week, full-day (200 hrs) student teaching experience in Kindergarten. Prerequisite: ECE-211 or ECE 411 Admission to Teacher Education required 1-12 credits
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ECE 491 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits
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ECE 492 - Topics
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-3 credits
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ECE 495 - Practicum
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. 1-12 credits
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ECE 591 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits
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ECE 592 - Topics
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-3 credits
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Economics |
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ECON 201 - Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of microeconomics studies basic economic concepts as they relate to consumer, worker, and business decisions. Emphasis is given to satisfaction maximizing behavior by individuals and profit maximization by firms. Market structures are thoroughly analyzed regarding their effect on price, output, and competitiveness. 3 credits
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ECON 202 - Principles of Macroeconomics
Principles of macroeconomics considers the economy as a whole, how its sectors interact, and how monetary and fiscal policy can influence output, inflation, interest rates, unemployment, poverty, debt, and other factors. 3 credits
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ECON 220 - Business Statistics
This course introduces students to basic statistical methods. Topics, with computer applications, include: descriptive statistics, probability, distributions, sampling, estimation, and index numbers with emphasis on applications in business and economics. Prerequisite: MATH 102 , MATH 115 , MATH 120 , MATH 121 , MATH 123 or MATH 125 3 credits
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ECON 291 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits
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ECON 301 - Intermediate Microeconomics
Intermediate microeconomics examines more advanced microeconomic theory, then applies it to consumers’ and businesses’ consumption, pricing, and output decisions in various types of markets. Prerequisite: ECON 201 , ECON 202 3 credits
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ECON 302 - Intermediate Macroeconomics
Intermediate macroeconomics examines more advanced macroeconomic theories, then uses them to understand the determinants of national output, prices, interest rates, and employment under various conditions, and to evaluate effectiveness of monetary and fiscal policies. Prerequisite: ECON 202 3 credits
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ECON 304 - Managerial Economics
Managerial problem decision-making using tools and techniques of microeconomics. Prerequisite: ECON 201 , ECON 202 , BADM 220 3 credits
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ECON 330 - Money and Banking
Money and banking examines the historical development of money, the bank system, and the federal reserve in the United States. The course studies interest rate determination and how monetary policy affects rates and the economy. Prerequisite: ECON 201 , ECON 202 3 credits
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ECON 391 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits
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ECON 423 - Introduction to Econometrics
Statistics II studies probability, point and interval estimation, test of hypotheses, multiple regression and correlation, chi-square analysis, and analysis of variance. Prerequisite: BADM 220 , ECON 201 , ECON 202 3 credits
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ECON 433 - Public Finance
Public finance focuses on the role of the public sector in the United States economy. It uses economic analysis to examine when government intervention in a market economy might be justified and to evaluate public spending and taxes. Prerequisite: ECON 201 , ECON 202 3 credits
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ECON 441 - International Trade
International trade studies the basis of international trade, investment, migration, and regional integration, and considers contemporary international economic problems and policies. Prerequisite: ECON 201 , BADM 220 3 credits
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ECON 442 - International Finance
The analysis of the theories and empirical investigations of international finance. Topics include foreign exchange rates and markets, capital flows, the balance of payments, adjustments to balance of payment disequilibrium international monetary arrangements and organizations and monetary reform. Prerequisite: ECON 201 , ECON 202 3 credits
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ECON 482 - Labor Economics
Labor economics studies the functioning of labor markets. Topics include the theory of labor supply, unions, discrimination, and the government role in labor markets. Prerequisite: ECON 201 , ECON 202 3 credits
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ECON 490 - Seminar
A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students. 1-3 credits
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ECON 491 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits
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ECON 492 - Topics
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-4 credits
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ECON 494 - Internship
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. 1-6 credits
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ECON 523 - Statistics II
Statistics II studies probability, point and interval estimation, test of hypotheses, multiple regression and correlation, chi-square analysis, and analysis of variance. 3 credits
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ECON 542 - International Finance
The analysis of the theories and empirical investigations of international finance. Topics include foreign exchange rates and markets, capital flows, the balance of payments, adjustments to balance of payment disequilibrium international monetary arrangements and organizations and monetary reform. Prerequisite: ECON 201 , ECON 202 and BADM 220 or ECON 220 3 credits
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ECON 591 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits
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Educational Administration |
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EDAD 700 - Models of Educational Leadership
This course will investigate various philosophies and models of educational leadership to promote the success of all students; emphasis will be placed on the development and articulation of a vision of learning supported by the school community. 3 credits
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EDAD 715 - Supervision and Mentoring
This course addresses the roles of supervisors and mentors in the improvement of instruction in P-12 schools, with an emphasis on the design of professional development plans focusing on research-based strategies and reflective practice. 3 credits
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EDAD 725 - The Principalship: Theory and Practice
This course addresses the importance of strategic, long-range, and operational planning in the effective, legal, and equitable use of fiscal, human, and material resource allocation and alignment that focuses on student learning, safety, curriculum, and instruction. An emphasis is placed on the role of the principal as an instructional leader able to involve staff in conducting operations and setting priorities using appropriate and effective needs assessment, research-based data, and group process skills. 3 credits
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EDAD 730 - Public School Finance
Principles and practice in financial management of elementary and secondary schools. Examines funding sources provided by local, state, and federal revenue; school assets including tax base; budget making; and acceptable financial record keeping. 3 credits
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EDAD 735 - Legal Issues for School Leaders
This course addresses the legal foundations of P-12 education in American society and assists candidates in applying legal principles to promote educational equity and provide safe, effective, and legal facilities. Also included are legal powers and case law situations involving civil liability, church-state relationships, labor law, liability, church-state relationships, labor law, employment, legal and policy making relationships and responsibilities involving school boards, administrators, teachers, parents, and students. Because of the unique legal demands and requirements of special education issues, emphasis is placed on the organizational structure and administrative procedures at the federal, state, and local governmental level in special education 3 credits
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EDAD 740 - Readings and Issues for Administrators
An overview of relevant issues as identified through current publications, books, and articles, will be carried out. Solutions to issues will evolve through seminar approaches to these issues. Of particular concern will be problems/issues centering on multicultural education and special centering on multicultural education and special primarily of administrative concerns. 2 credits
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EDAD 755 - School Leadership in Early Childhood Education
This course will investigate the roles and strategies involved in the design, implementation, and evaluation of quality programs for young children, with an emphasis on developing effective school-based early childhood initiatives based on research that has implications for administrative practice. 3 credits
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EDAD 788 - Master’s Research Problem/Project
Indpendent research problems/projects that lead to research or design paper, but not to a thesis. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the candidate. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical. 1-2 credits
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EDAD 790 - Seminar
A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students. 1-9 credits
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EDAD 791 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits
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EDAD 792 - Topics
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-3 credits
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EDAD 794 - Internship
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than in the case with field experience courses. 1-8 credits
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EDAD 798 - Thesis
A formal treatise presenting the results of study submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the applicable degree. The process requires extensive and intensive one-on-one interaction between the candidate and professor with more limited interaction between and among the candidate and other members of the committee. 1-6 credits
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Education Evaluation and Research |
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EDER 415 - Educational Assessment
A study of educational measurements covering both the elementary and secondary fields. 2 credits
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EDER 761 - Graduate Research and Design
An introduction to the methods and skills important to the conduct and consumption of research. 3 credits
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EDER 765 - Data Driven Decision Making
This course addresses the use of relevant data sources and data-based research strategies that focus on student learning to promote an environment for improved student achievement. Also included are the strategic planning processes that facilitate the development of a vision and the importance of regularly monitoring, evaluating, and revising the vision. 3 credits
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EDER 791 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-6 credits
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EDER 792 - Topics
Includes current topics, advanced topics, and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 1-6 credits
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Educational Foundations |
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EDFN 200 - Classroom Instructional Management
This course is aimed toward the paraprofessional in education. Topics included will be phases and stages in the developing child; learning activities and learning centers for the elementary classroom; discipline and classroom management issues; classroom organization; policies and procedures of the workplace; legal issues; and topics geared toward the role of the paraeducator. 3 credits
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EDFN 210 - Issues and Strategies in Reading
This is a practical course in which students will discuss the interrelationships of reading, writing, speaking, listening and viewing. Using a hands-on approach, students will develop strategies for teaching phonics, vocabulary, fluency and the comprehension of reading. 2 credits
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EDFN 292 - Topics
A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 1-3 credits
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EDFN 293 - Workshop
Special, intense sessions in specific topic areas. Approximately 45 hours of work is required for each hour of credit. Workshops may vary in time range but typically use a compressed time period for delivery. They may include lectures, conferences, committee work, and group activity. 1 credit
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EDFN 325 - Instructional Design
This course provides instruction in the current best practices for the development of lessons, units and courses. The role of national and state standards, learned societies, and benchmarks in development of curriculum will be investigated as well as consideration of developmentally appropriate activities for students. Admission to Teacher Education required 1 credit
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EDFN 338 - Foundations of American Education
A survey of the goals, history, organization, and philosophy of pre-K-12 American education, with emphasis on teaching as a profession; contemporary issues and practices, legal and ethical responsibilities, and attributes of effective teachers. 2 credits
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EDFN 395 - Practicum
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. 1 credit
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EDFN 440 - Classroom Management
This course is designed to explore the principles and practices of effective classroom management. It also examines methods of establishing a safe, orderly, and equitable learning environment that fosters positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation. 2 credits
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EDFN 442 - Meeting the Diverse Needs of Students and Their Families
In this course, students develop an understanding of the changing dynamics of families and society as well as the diverse needs of P-12 students, to include English as a Second Language and differentiated instruction. 2 credits
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EDFN 455 - Research-Based Literacy Instruction and Assessment
This course will focus on current research in the area of literacy, including effective instructional strategies and methodologies. Students will also investigate the use of formal and informal literacy assessment instruments. 3 credits
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EDFN 475 - Human Relations
This course is designed to reflect the six strands of the human relations component as mandated by the South Dakota Board of Education. Students will develop expertise in listening and communicating to create a climate within the school environment that is more conducive to learning. The course is also designed to help the education and to encourage the teachers to be more aware of ways to strengthen community involvement in the school. Another area that will be addressed is the dehumanizing impact of biases and negative stereotyping. 3 credits
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EDFN 490 - Seminar
A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students. 1-3 credits
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EDFN 491 - Independent Study
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits
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EDFN 492 - Topics
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-3 credits
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EDFN 493 - Workshop
Special, intense sessions in specific topic areas. Approximately 45 hours of work is required for each hour of credit. Workshops may vary in time range but typically use a compressed time period for delivery. They may included lectures, conferences, committee work, and group activity. 1-3 credits
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EDFN 495 - Practicum
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. 1-3 credits
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EDFN 542 - Meeting the Diverse Needs of Students and Their Families
In this course, students develop an understanding of the changing dynamics of families and society as well as the diverse needs of P-12 students, to include English as a Second Language and differentiated instruction. 2 credits
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