Schedule of Classes

Analysis of reading/writing processes; methods/materials for teaching literacy in elementary schools; issues in biliteracy and instruction; classroom observation/participation in small-group instruction. Admission to the major or Teaching Profession minor.

Bridging college-level mathematics content and elementary curricula to design developmentally appropriate mathematics instruction.

An overview of the goals and content of science instruction at the elementary level coupled with appropriate science curricular and pedagogical models.

Content, concepts, methods, and values for integrating the social sciences in the social studies.

Curriculum materials and teaching procedures in the elementary school.

Observation and experience in teaching under supervision in elementary schools (one semester at the kindergarten level and one semester in the intermediate or upper grades).

Curriculum materials and teaching procedures in the secondary school.

Observation and experience in teaching under supervision in secondary school (one assignment in middle school/junior high school and one assignment in senior high school).

Observation and experience in teaching under supervision in secondary school (one assignment in middle school/junior high school and one assignment in senior high school).

Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

Theoretical foundations, models, values, and assumptions underlying psychological counseling; cross-cultural perspectives, ethical and legal considerations. (Duplicates credit in former EDCO 500.)

Analysis of reading/writing processes; methods for teaching literacy in grades 9-12; issues in biliteracy and instruction.

Current issues and problems in school counseling; emphasis on K-12 learning and achievement.

Introduction to the Master of Arts in Teaching Program. Relationship of schools and communities through interviews and observations. Graded CR/NC.

Examination of critical issues in diverse contemporary classrooms (social class, language, race, ethnicity, and ability); includes practices in relation to schools and community.

Learning theories and instructional practices for teaching. Procedures involved in curriculum development, planning, evaluation, and practical application.

Equity and diversity in learning environments. Issues in teaching special populations. Beliefs about how people learn. Inclusive environment for special populations in the general classroom.

Issues related to accountability theory and practice in urban education settings. Open only to Ed.D. students.

Diversity issues in urban educational settings. Open only to Ed.D. students.

Theories, principles, and concepts of leadership in urban K-12 schools and institutions of higher education. Open only to Ed.D. students.

Theory and research in learning, motivation, and instruction for diverse educational settings. Open only to Ed.D. students.

Introduces students to relevant research in language assessment, reviews concepts of reliability and validity and examines assessmnt practices in the classroom.

History of the disability movement; current research on the success of students with disabilities in higher education; legal and management issues.

Instructional approaches for integrating English and language arts in secondary social studies classrooms. Factors affecting the teaching and learning of secondary subjects and language arts.

Educational and psychological instruments; psychometric concepts and the rationale for the use of psychological instruments in the counseling relationship. (Duplicates credit in former EDCO 544.)

Theories of psychological impairment emphasizing diagnosis of child and family dysfunction. Practice in utilizing DSM-IV classification of case studies. (Duplicates credit in former EDCO 546.)

Supervised observation and experience in teaching multiple subjects for kindergarten through eighth grades.

Supervised observation and experience in teaching a single subject field at the middle- and high-school levels (one semester at each level).

Supervised observation and experience in teaching a single subject field at the middle- and high-school levels (one semester at each level).

Focus on the effects of psychotropic medication, alcohol, and other substances on behavior. The professional and ethical issues for marriage and family therapists. (Duplicates credit in former EDCO 557.)

Bilingual programs, their goals, personnel, teaching methods, and materials.

Instructional approaches for integrating mathematics and science with other content areas in elementary and secondary classrooms.

Various research designs and their appropriateness for addressing different research questions. Threats to validity and other challenges in research. Basic statistical methods and their use. Recommended preparation: beginning statistics course.

Developmental issues and life events from infancy to old age and their effect upon individuals, couples, and family relationships.

Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

An examination and analysis of research and literature in the student's area of focus. Graded CR/NC. (Duplicates credit in former EDCO 593a.)

Selected topics in various areas of education.

Contemporary issues in academic advising in postsecondary education. Examines and analyzes relevant theories, policies, and practices related to academic advising.

Analysis and discussion of critical issues in intercollegiate athletics. Student-athlete academic and social accountability; challenges of NCAA policies; commercialization, marketing, and fundraising in college athletics.

Ethical concerns in intercollegiate athletics. Review, analysis, and discussion of ethical and moral conduct in sports. Relevance of social justice to ethical behaviors.

Examination of student athletes in higher education. Effective strategies for counseling and advising college student athletes; issues and challenges of athletic amateurism.

The development of an individualized induction plan and assessment of competence for meeting requirements for the Clear Administrative Services Credential. EDUC 625a duplicates credit in the former EDUC 595. CR/NC.

The development of an individualized induction plan and assessment of competence for meeting requirements for the Clear Administrative Services Credential. Duplicates credit in the former EDUC 596. CR/NC.

The physiological-psychological and socio-cultural variables associated with sexual identity and sexual behavior with an emphasis upon sexual dysfunctions. (Duplicates credit in former EDCO 516.)

Theory, research, and practice of group counseling. Includes laboratory experience.

An examination of the current transformation of the american research university with a focus on key issues that confront academics who work in research universities. Open to students admitted to the Ph.D. only.

Supervised field experience in a clinical setting. Graded CR/NC. (Duplicates credit in former EDCO 561.)

The imapct of globalization on educational public policies and practices: an examination of technology, information and communications, and their influence on transnational and national politics. Open to students admitted to the Ph.D. only.

The process and role of curriculum in a variety of urban settings, teacher preparation, and professional growth. The philosophical and psychological foundations of curriculum development. Open to doctoral students only.

Evaluation and assessment in the context of public schools, teacher preparation and professional growth in urban settings. Policy implications of data-based decision making and program implementation.

Administrative issues in higher education. Academic leadership related to undergraduate and graduate education. Quality standards and assessment. How administrators create efficiency, effectiveness, performance, and change.

Examination of traditional and emergent student development theories.

Analysis of motivational principles; diagnosis and solutions to motivation gaps in learning environments; and motivation and efficacy theories and principles. Open to doctoral students only.

Current research in the application of learning theories, and the applicability of this research across a variety of contexts. Open to doctoral students only.

Applying economic theory to the study of education. Application of market theory to education, partnerships, allocation of resources, and the examination of educational enterprises.

Major issues facing educators in the 21st century. Emphasis on how educational policy can focus on incentives for schools to improve student learning. Duplicates credit in former EDPA 613.

Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

Preparation on initial dissertation proposal. Graded CR/NC.

A survey and critical analysis of selected research and literature. Graded CR/NC. Admission to the Ed.D. program.

Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.

Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.

Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.

Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.

Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.