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SPED 520 - K-12 Curriculum and Instructional Strategies
Curriculum and individual education program development for special education teachers including strategies and materials at the K-12 level. 3 credits
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SPED 521 - Principles of Orientation and Mobility for the Classroom Teacher
This course provides teachers with experiences and skills needed to understand orientation and mobility techniques for students who have visual impairments. Through simulations and practice, teachers gain an understanding of mobility and orientation aids, appreciation for differentiated approaches for working with students who have multiple disabilities, and knowledge of the psychological impacts of vision lost. 3 credits
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SPED 523 - Foundations of Teaching Students who have Visual Impairments
This course explores the physical, social, emotional, and psychological aspects of a visual impairment and discusses how these factors influence a child’s educational program. This course is available only through the Internet and includes reading assignments, discussion questions, videos, and quizzes in addition to several on-campus experiences. 2 credits
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SPED 524 - Educational Methods, Materials, and Access Technology for Students who have Visual Impairments
This course introduces specialized curriculum, devices, strategies, and techniques designed to help students who are blind or visually impaired, with special focus on students who have multiple disabilities. 2 credits
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SPED 525 - Educational Implications of the Anatomy and Function of the Eye
This course introduces the anatomy and physiology of the eye and surrounding area. Particular emphasis is placed on eye pathologies and their impact on how students learn. Cortical vision impairment, a leading cause of visual impairment, but not an eye pathology, will also be presented. This course includes techniques for modifying materials and environment, assessment, low vision devices, and psychological implications. 3 credits
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SPED 531 - Identification and Assessment in Special Education
The course covers the development, selection, administration and interpretation of assessment instruments and strategies used to determine whether students have a disability and require special education or related services and to evaluate their level of performance to develop and monitor progress on individual education programs. 2-3 credits
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SPED 534 - Introduction to the Literary UEB Braille Code
This course provides students an opportunity to learn the arrangement of Braille cell, the Braille alphabet, and the contractions of the UEB/EBAE Braille codes. marks of composition and punctuation, and the rules governing the application and use of each, are included. This course emphasizes developing proficiency in reading and writing Braille with accepted writing instruments. 2 credits
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SPED 536 - Introduction to the Nemeth Code/Teaching Reading to the Blind and Visually Impaired
This course emphasizes teaching reading to blind and visually impaired students, including assessments, components, and strategies. In addition, this course introduces the Nemeth code of mathematics and scientific notation and the abacus. Prerequisite: SPED 534 2 credits
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SPED 540 - Early Childhood Special Education
Students will explore early child development and how some children with disabilities develop differently. Emphasis is placed on instructional methods, services and supports for children with disabilities from birth through eight years old, and their families. 2 credits
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SPED 551 - Curriculum and Instruction in Gifted Education
Curriculum development, teaching methods, and instructional materials used with the intellectually gifted and talented children. Program organization and curriculum models are reviewed and evaluated. 3 credits
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SPED 552 - Nature of Creativity and Assessment
This course is designed to investigate those aptitudes for creative thinking and problem solving; how creative potential has become a recognized primary intellectual factor making up the global construct of intelligence and proposed measures to assess and instructionally enhance the same. 2-3 credits
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SPED 560 - Family Systems and Professional Collaboration
Guidelines for communication between agencies, parents/guardians, teachers, and children with special needs will be developed. These will include areas of physical needs, language skills, environmental background, social concerns and educational goals. Emphasis will be placed on teaming with the community agencies and services. teaming with the community agencies and services. for resource research. 2-3 credits
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SPED 570 - Educational Programming
Developing appropriate individualized education programs for students with disabilities, provision of least restrictive environment and compliance with Federal mandates and State regulations. Admission to Teacher Education required 2 credits
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SPED 585 - Special Education Law
An overview of the historical background of special education law, current issues, trends, and a critical analysis of local, state, and national laws regulating special education. Admission to Teacher Education required 2 credits
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SPED 590 - 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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SPED 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 three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits
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SPED 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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SPED 593 - 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. 1-9 credits
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SPED 704 - Inclusive Education
This course addresses the roles and responsibilities of special and general educators as they identify and instruct individuals with disabilities and other special needs. One major focus of the course is to identify research-based practices, which are designed to promote the achievement of all students in inclusive classrooms. 3 credits
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SPED 718 - Assessment and Planning for Diverse Learners with Visual Impairments
This course covers the development, selection, administration, and interpretation of specialized assessment instruments for visual impairments, and the educational implications of various types of visual impairments. Assessment report writing including the areas of Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) will be included. 3 credits
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SPED 731 - Educating Students with Learning Disabilities
This course will prepare teachers to work with children K-12 with mild and learning disabilities in inclusive environments and resource room settings which emphasizes current methods, materials, informal assessment, program alternatives, and the impact of cultural and language differences. 3 credits
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SPED 741 - Educating Students with Behavior Disorders
Methods, materials, techniques and orientations for teachers of the children with behavior disorders will be presented with emphasis on classroom and curricular alternatives. 3 credits
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SPED 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. 1-3 credits
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SPED 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 three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits
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SPED 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 is the case with field experience courses. S/U grades assigned. 1-8 credits
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SPED 795 - 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. S/U grades assigned. 1-6 credits
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Social Sciences |
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SS 360 - The Traveling Classroom
The Traveling Classroom. Credit arranged. 1-4 credits
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SS 361 - The Traveling Classroom: A Native Cultural Immersion Experience
This course offers a unique look and an immersed experience at our diverse tribal communities in our region. Participants will gain educational cultural experiences through readings, video, writings, elder interviews and on site cultural and service activities. Through this course students will better understand and be able to critically analyze the background of Native American and the affects within our contemporary native communities. This course is designed to equip any student within any discipline the ability to be a strong multicultural leader in today’s workforce. 3 credits
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SS 396 - Field Experience
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 established between the student, instructor and field experience supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case in an internship or practicum course. 1-12 credits
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SS 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. 1-16 credits
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Theater |
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THEA 100 - Introduction to Theatre
Introductory course designed to enhance the student’s enjoyment and understanding of the theatrical experience. Play readings, films, and demonstrations acquaint the students with the history and techniques of the theatrical art. 3 credits
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THEA 131 - Introduction to Acting
Designed for the non-major interested in exploring acting as a means of improving communication skills and self -expression. Includes specific process for role development, text analysis, and opportunities to practice the craft and art of acting. 3 credits
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THEA 192 - 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 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 1-3 credits
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THEA 241 - Stagecraft
Theory and practical experience in theatre production. Lab work on two major theatre productions. 3 credits
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THEA 243 - Makeup
Principles of theatrical makeup techniques, including character analysis and practical application. 3 credits
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THEA 250 - Play Analysis
Study and application of principles of play script analysis and production conceptualization. 3 credits
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THEA 282 - Jazz Dance I
This course introduces students to the fundamental techniques of jazz dance through a wide range of styles. 2 credits
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THEA 289 - Theatre Activities
Limited to participants in major play production. Late registration permitted. Course may be taken more than once. 0-2 credits
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THEA 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 three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits
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THEA 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 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 1-4 credits
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THEA 330 - Musical Theatre Performance
Exploring the fundamentals of song analysis technique in the preparation of musical theatre repertory. Emphasis on incorporating the basics of acting into the creation of a musical theatre characterization. Basic music skills and singing ability are high recommended. Audition may be required. Prerequisite: THEA 131 3 credits
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THEA 351 - Directing
Introduction to the techniques and concerns of the stage director, including composition, movement, and tempo-rhythm. Script analysis and scene presentation form the core of the course. 3 credits
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THEA 355 - Children’s Theatre
Children’s theatre is an art form. Students become proficient in organization, design, and presentation of a children’s theatre program. 3 credits
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THEA 360 - Acting for the Camera
Students will learn the techniques, skills, and vocabulary of performing and storytelling for film and television, by exploring camera acting technique utilizing scripts from commercials, feature films, and soap operas. Prerequisite: THEA 131 3 credits
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THEA 381 - Tap Dance I
This course introduces students to the fundamental techniques of tap dance through a wide range of styles. 2 credits
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THEA 385 - Dance: Musical Theatre Styles
This course provides students with the opportunity to apply dance technique to the musical theatre repertoire by working with a variety of styles within the spectrum of musical theatre dance. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 credit hours. 2 credits
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THEA 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 three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits
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THEA 403 - Design/Technical Theatre Studio
Intensive study of selective areas in design and technical theatre production. Topics vary. Repeatable. 3 credits
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THEA 435 - History of American Musical Theatre
History and development of American musical theatre from 1866 to the present. 3 credits
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THEA 441 - Scene Design
Principles and practices of scenic design, including the scenic image, movement patterns, color, form, and rendering techniques. 3 credits
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THEA 445 - Lighting
Basic principles and practices of lighting design, including basic electricity, script analysis, color, and directionality. 3 credits
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THEA 451 - Advanced Directing
Advanced problems in stage directing, emphasizing text analysis, communication, and style as applied to one act plays. 3 credits
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THEA 452 - Stage Management
Study of the principles and systems of stage management, with particular emphasis placed upon developing effective organizational tools and communication techniques. Practical application of stage management skills in University Theatre productions. 3 credits
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THEA 455 - Advanced Acting
Textual analysis, movement and acting styles for the theatre. 3 credits
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THEA 460 - History of Theatre
Periods, theatres, and representative dramatic literature from the classical to the present day. 3 credits
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THEA 480 - Summer Theatre
Credit earned by participation with Prairie Repertory Theatre Company (SDSU students) or Northern Fort Playhouse (NSU students). May be repeated to a total of 10 credits, but only 5 may be applied to a minor. 1-5 credits
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THEA 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 three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-6 credits
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THEA 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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THEA 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. 1-16 credits
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THEA 498 - Undergrad Research/Scholarship
Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.
This course is the culminating Bachelor of Fine Arts production project, including appropriate research, preparation and production. Subtitle varies: separate sections are offered for BFA students in Acting, Design/Technology, and Theatre. 1-3 credits
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