Jun 16, 2024  
2013-2014 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2013-2014 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Curriculum and Instruction Elementary Education

  
  • CIE 489 - Seminar in Elementary Student Teaching

    6 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the director of student teaching. Designed to meet the student teaching requirement for nonlicensed experienced teachers; deals with classroom management, programs of instruction, and student role in the educational environment. Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair.
  
  • CIE 492 - Special Problems

    1-9 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the department chair. Provides the opportunity to pursue a special topic or area of interest. Senior Honors Project (Students undertaking a Seniors Honor project will enroll in CIE 492H.) Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair.
  
  • CIE 493 - Internship in the Elementary School

    1-9 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the department chair. Reserved for those students who are enrolled in the internship program. Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair.
  
  • CIE 494 - Learning Resources in Early Childhood Education

    3 hrs.
    Students will become acquainted with learning sources, selection, use and production multimedia materials. Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair.
  
  • CIE 495 - British Studies in Early Childhood Education

    3-6 hrs.
    Compares and contrasts the philosophies and current trends of American and British early childhood education. Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair.
  
  • CIE 496 - Projects in Elementary Education I, II, III

    3 hrs.
    Designed for school systems planning local projects of curriculum revision and course of study construction. Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair.
  
  • CIE 497 - Teacher Licensure Reinstatement

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Educational reform and research correlates of effective teaching, schools and administration. Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair. (also offered as CIS 497 )
  
  • CIE 498 - Families of the Developmentally Disabled

    3 hrs.
    Interdisciplinary approach to the study of families of the developmentally disabled. Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair.
  
  • CIE 499 - British Studies in Education

    3-6 hrs

Curriculum and Instruction Primary

  
  • CIP 100 - K-6 Professional Orientation and Practicum

    1 hr.
    An introduction to the field of early childhood education, through practica and clinical experiences followed by seminar sessions.
  
  • CIP 302 - Classroom Management

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SPE 400 . Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair. This course includes standards of classroom management, specific to K-8 students, created and fostered in an effective learning environment.
  
  • CIP 340 - Foundational Studies in Early Childhood Education

    3 hrs.
    Introduction to K-6 education. Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair.
  
  • CIP 403 - Curriculum Methods for K-Primary Grades

    3 hrs.
    Appropriate curriculum goals, teaching strategies and classroom management for K-6. Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair.
  
  • CIP 410 - Foundations in Multicultural Education

    3 hrs.
    Corequisite(s): CIP 410L . Develops knowledge, skills and attitudes required for teaching children from diverse backgrounds in K-6. Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair.
  
  • CIP 410L - Foundations in Multicultural Education Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): Taken concurrently with CIP 410 . Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair.
  
  • CIP 480 - Student Teaching: Kindergarten

    6 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): All courses required for major. Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair.
  
  • CIP 481 - Student Teaching: Primary Grades

    6 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): All courses required for major. Note: Enrollment in the following courses is restricted to students admitted to the Teacher Education program (those who have a Gold Card) or by special permission of the department chair.

Curriculum and Instruction Reading

  
  • CIR 306 - Introduction to Literacy: An Integrated Language Arts Approach

    3 hours.
    Prerequisite(s): Gold Card. An overview of literacy that integrates thinking, reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing and visually representing, with an emphasis on the writing process.
  
  • CIR 308 - Early Literacy Instruction I K-6

    3 hours.
    Prerequisite(s): CIR 306  and Gold Card. Corequisite(s): CIR 308L , CIE 343 . Concepts, materials and teaching strategies for oral language development and systematic early reading and writing instruction, specific to concepts about print, phonemic awareness and phonics.
  
  • CIR 308L - Early Literacy Instruction I Clinic K-6

    1 hour
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program (Gold Card). Corequisite(s): CIR 308 . A field experience in a school setting.
  
  • CIR 309 - Early Literacy Instruction I K-6

    3 hours.
    Prerequisite(s): CIR 306 , Gold Card. Corequisite(s): CIR 309L , CIR 407 , CIR 407L , CIE 343 /CIE 343L . Concepts, materials and teaching strategies for oral language development and systematic early reading and writing instruction, specific to concepts about print, phonemic awareness and phonics.
  
  • CIR 309L - Early Literacy Instruction I Clinic K-6

    1 hour.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education program (Gold Card). Corequisite(s): CIR 309 . A field experience in a school setting.
  
  • CIR 317 - Methods and Materials in Children’s Literature

    3 hrs.
    An introduction to children’s primary literature in all forms, and a study of ways in which it is integrated into the curriculum for enrichment.
  
  • CIR 407 - Early Literacy Instruction II K-6

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Gold Card. Corequisite(s): CIR 309 , CIR 309L , CIR 407L , CIE 343 /CIE 343L . Concepts, materials and teaching strategies for oral language development and systematic early reading and writing instruction, specific to vocabulary, fluency and comprehension.
  
  • CIR 407L - Early Literacy Instruction II Clinic K-6

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education program (Gold Card). Corequisite(s): CIR 407 . A field experience in a laboratory setting.
  
  • CIR 408 - Early Literacy Instruction II K-6

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Gold Card. Corequisite(s): CIR 308 , CIR 308L , CIR 408L , CIE 343 . Concepts, materials and teaching strategies for oral language development and systematic early reading and writing instruction, specific to vocabulary, fluency and comprehension.
  
  • CIR 408L - Early Literacy Instruction II Clinic K-6

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education program (Gold Card). Corequisite(s): CIR 408 . A field experience in a school setting.
  
  • CIR 411 - Lit. III: Research and Pedagogy in Content Area Literacy

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Gold Card, CIR 308 /CIR 309 , CIR 308L /CIR 309L , CIR 407 /CIR 408 , CIR 407L /CIR 408L . Prepares elementary and secondary teacher candidates to integrate literacy research and strategies in content area pedagogy.
  
  • CIR 412 - Literacy IV: Assessment and Instruction

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Gold Card, CIR 308 /CIR 309 , CIR 308L /CIR 309L , CIR 407 /CIR 408 , CIR 407L /CIR 408L . Prepares teacher candidates to administer, analyze and evaluate formal and informal literacy assessments to plan effective instructional practices and appropriate interventions.
  
  • CIR 412L - Literacy IV: Assessment and Instruction Clinic

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education program (Gold Card); Corequisite(s): CIR 412 . A clinical experience in a school setting.

Curriculum and Instruction Secondary

  
  • CIS 301 - Practicum in Secondary Education

    1 hr.
    A course designed to relate the study of theory to practical experience in a public school setting; may be repeated twice.
  
  • CIS 302 - Classroom Management

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SPE 400 . Examines contemporary classroom management models and behavior guidance theories.
  
  • CIS 313 - Principles of Teaching High School

    3 hrs.
    This general methods course emphasizes the principles of curriculum construction as they apply to various high school subjects.
  
  • CIS 401 - Dealing with Social Problems in the Classroom

    3 hrs.
    Managing class activities and instruction to deal with social problems which affect children and adolescents (Telecourse).
  
  • CIS 410 - Multicultural Education

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SPE 400 . Develops knowledge, skills and attitudes required for teaching students from diverse backgrounds in grades K-6, emphasizing procedures for teaching reading and language arts skills to culturally and linguistically diverse students.
  
  • CIS 458 - Methods in Social Studies—Secondary

    3 hrs.
    A study of the principal methods of teaching, application of psychological principles to teaching, and methods of selecting content and materials.
  
  • CIS 470 - Curriculum of the Secondary Schools

    2 hrs.
    A course which examines the organization, activites and curriculum development in the middle and high school.
  
  • CIS 476 - Professional Development Seminar

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in student teaching. A study of individual and group practices, interpersonal relations skills, and professional activities which foster professionalism.
  
  • CIS 478 - Specialized Studies in Developmental Disabilities

    1-6 hrs.
    Specialized study and skill acquisition in the area of developmental disabilities; topics vary.
  
  • CIS 495 - Seminar in Secondary Student Teaching

    6 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of director of student teaching. Designed to meet the student teaching requirements for non-certified experienced teachers; this course deals with classroom management, programs of instruction, and student role in the educational environment.
  
  • CIS 496 - Internship in Secondary Education

    9 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the director of interns. Reserved for those students who are enrolled in the internship program.
  
  • CIS 497 - Teacher Licensure Reinstatement

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Educational reform and research correlates of effective teaching, schools and administration. (also offered as CIE 497 )
  
  • CIS 498 - Families of the Developmentally Disabled

    3 hrs.
    Interdisciplinary approach to the study of families of the developmentally disabled.
  
  • CIS 499 - Studies in British Education

    3-6 hrs.

Curriculum, Instruction and Special Education

  
  • CISE 403 - Educational Evaluation of Exceptional Children

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SPE 121 , SPE 400 , SPE 402 , SPE 430 , and 1 semester clinical experience. Current and research-validated issues relating to the assessment process, technical aspects of assessments, test interpretation and relevance to instructional programming.

Dance

  
  • DAN 101 - Beginning Modern Dance

    2 hrs.
    Discussion and practice of movement patterns, improvisation and studies in modern dance for the non-major; may be repeated twice for a total of six hours.
  
  • DAN 102 - Beginning Ballet

    2 hrs.
    Discussion and practice of movements in ballet for the non-major; may be repeated twice for a total of six hours.
  
  • DAN 103 - Beginning Tap

    2 hrs.
    Developing an understanding and practice of movement skills basic to tap dance of America. May be repeated twice for a total of six hours; for non-majors.
  
  • DAN 104 - Jazz Dance I

    2 hrs.
    The study and application of the basic skills of jazz dance. May be repeated twice for a total of six hours; for non-majors.
  
  • DAN 130 - Dance Appreciation

    3 hrs.
    A survey of dance as a worldwide phenomenon of human behavior and its function in human society, past and present.
  
  • DAN 131 - Dance in Culture

    3 hrs.
    An in-depth survey of dance as a worldwide phenomenon of human behavior functioning as an integral factor in developing cultures and societies; open to non-majors with consent of instructor.
  
  • DAN 201 - Modern Dance Technique II

    3 hrs.
    May be repeated for a total of 12 hours. An introduction of modern dance techniques. A continuation of DAN 101 ; open to non-majors with consent of instructor.
  
  • DAN 202 - Ballet Technique I

    3 hrs.
    Discussion and practice of ballet skills for the dance major; may be repeated for a total of 12 hours.
  
  • DAN 203 - Tap Dance

    2 hrs.
    Study of the various styles of tap including rhythm, jazz, and ballet forms. May be repeated twice for a total of six hours. Open to non-majors with the consent of the instructor.
  
  • DAN 210 - Dance Improvisation

    3 hrs.
    An exploration of the elements of dance through the spontaneous act of creating and performing movement; open to non-majors with consent of instructor.
  
  • DAN 212 - Elements of Dance Composition

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 210 . Exploration of the elements of dance applied to dance choreography; open to non-majors with consent of instructor.
  
  • DAN 220 - Freshman Repertory

    1 hr.
    For entering dance majors. A structured rehearsal process culminating in public performance.
  
  • DAN 240 - Rhythmic Analysis and Accompaniment for Dance

    3 hrs.
    A basic analysis of music as it applies to movement and the study and practical application of dance accompaniment; open to non-majors with consent of instructor.
  
  • DAN 301 - Modern Dance Technique III

    3 hrs.
    May be repeated for a total of 12 hours. The study and development of modern dance techniques and applied theories. A continuation of DAN 201 ; open to non-majors with consent of instructor.
  
  • DAN 302 - Ballet Technique II

    3 hrs.
    Continuation and further enrichment of the technique of ballet at the intermediate level for the dance major; open to non-majors with consent of instructor.
  
  • DAN 305 - Laban Movement Analysis

    3 hrs.
    A study of Laban movement analysis with application to dance performance, choreography, teaching and theory; open to dance majors and minors.
  
  • DAN 306 - Bartenieff Movement Fundamentals

    3 hrs.
    A study of Bartenieff movement fundamentals with application to dance performance, choreography, teaching and theory; open to dance majors and minors; repeatable for credit up to six hours.
  
  • DAN 309 - Dance Theatre Laboratory

    1-2 hrs.
    Studio sessions in special aspects of dance theatre (partnering, point work, classical repertory).
  
  • DAN 310 - Dance Composition, Theory and Application

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 210 , DAN 212 . Methods and approaches used in making dances.
  
  • DAN 312 - Junior Choreographic Project

    2 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 210 , DAN 212 , DAN 310  and junior standing. Choreographic approaches for development toward the Senior Choreographic Research Project.
  
  • DAN 320 - Dance Production

    1 hr.
    Developing an awareness and application of production skills; may be repeated up to eight times; open to non-majors with consent of instructor.
  
  • DAN 340 - Music Analysis and Choreographic Application

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 240  or consent of instructor. The study and practice of the principles of music and how those principles relate to movement and choreography.
  
  • DAN 351 - Labanotation I

    3 hrs.
    Introduction to elementary Labanotation, a system of recording movement; open to non-majors with consent of instructor.
  
  • DAN 380 - Experiential Anatomy for Dancers

    3 hrs.
    This course explores the human body’s structure and function, focusing on areas of particular importance for dancers. No prerequisites.
  
  • DAN 401 - Modern Dance Technique IV

    3 hrs.
    May be repeated for a total of 12 hours. Advanced modern dance technique and applied analysis of movement; a continuation of DAN 301 ; open to non-majors with consent of instructor.
  
  • DAN 402 - Ballet Technique III

    3 hrs.
    Continuation and further enrichment of the technique of ballet for the dance major; may be repeated for a total of 12 hours; a continuation of DAN 302 ; open to non-majors with consent of instructor.
  
  • DAN 409 - Practicum in Dance

    1-3 hrs.
    May be taken for a total of nine hours. Practices and projects in ballroom dance, dance theory, performance or choreography for the undergraduate student; open to nonmajors with consent of instructor.
  
  • DAN 410 - Senior Choreographic Project

    2 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 210 , DAN 212 , DAN 310 , DAN 312 . The creation and production of an original dance work.
  
  • DAN 411 - Thesis Writing in Dance

    2 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DAN 210 , DAN 212 , DAN 310 , DAN 312 , DAN 410 . A written follow-up to a choreographic project of an original work. writing-intensive
  
  • DAN 420 - Repertory Dance Company

    1 hr.
    May be repeated for a total of eight hours. The study and practice of faculty and student choreographic works for performance; by audition only.
  
  • DAN 431 - 20th Century Dance Forms

    3 hrs.
    The history of the development of 20th century dance forms and the artistic and societal frameworks in which they evolved; open to non-majors with consent of instructor.
  
  • DAN 451 - Labanotation II

    3 hrs.
    Continuation of DAN 351 .
  
  • DAN 482 - Precision Dance

    1 hr.
  
  • DAN 491 - Senior Capstone Experience in Dance

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing. Examination and clarification of goals. Dance resources, survey of contemporary dance studies, dance writing. writing-intensive
  
  • DAN 492 - Special Problems

    1-3 hrs.
    May be taken for a total of nine hours. Open to non-majors with consent of instructor; a directed individual study planned and approved by a faculty adviser. Senior Honors Project (Students undertaking a Senior Honors special problems project will enroll in DAN 492H.)
  
  • DAN 499 - British Studies

    3-6 hrs.
    Studies in dance and movement sciences abroad (five weeks).

Dance Education

  
  • DED 260 - Field Observations in Dance

    1hr.
    An introduction to dance education as a profession. Initial field experience and pedagogical benchmarks must be met for DED majors.
  
  • DED 360 - Methods in Dance Education K-12

    3 hrs.
    Methods, materials and practical experience for teaching dance, K-12 and beyond.
  
  • DED 361 - Practicum in Dance Education

    2 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DED 260 , DED 360 . A course focused in defining a personal approach to teaching elementary classroom fieldwork and extensive research.
  
  • DED 460 - Student Teaching in Elementary Dance

    6 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to teacher education program, DED 260 , DED 360 , DED 361 , DED 362, PSY 374 , SPE 400 , REF 400 , REF 409. Student practice teaching in elementary dance education.
  
  • DED 461 - Student Teaching in Secondary Dance

    6 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to teacher education program, DED 260 , DED 360 , DED 361 , DED 362, PSY 374 , SPE 400 , REF 400 , REF 409. Student practice teaching in secondary dance education.
  
  • DED 491 - Senior Capstone Experience

    3 hrs.
    Prepares educators for work in the field, teaching philosophy, current discourse; open to graduating senior dance education majors. writing-intensive

Department of Public Health

  
  • DPH 101 - Personal Wellness

    3 hrs.
    An examination of the relationships of various lifestyle components to various levels of wellness. (CC 1213)
  
  • DPH 210 - Introduction to Health Education

    3 hrs.
    A study of the health education profession, specialties, manpower and philosophies.
  
  • DPH 310 - Practicum in School Health

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DPH majors or minors only with 2.5 GPA. A course designed to relate theory to practical experience in a public school setting.
  
  • DPH 321 - Community Health

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DPH majors or minors only with 2.5 GPA. Introduction to community health practices, professional standards, policy and functioning of health agencies.
  
  • DPH 341 - Safety

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DPH majors or minors only with 2.5 GPA. Accident problems, safety programs and methods of prevention.
  
  • DPH 347 - Foundations of Health Care Marketing

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DPH majors or minors only with 2.5 GPA. This course provides students with an understanding of the key principles underlying health care marketing and how these principles are applied in the health services industry.
  
  • DPH 408 - Health Education Methods

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DPH major of senior standing with 2.5 GPA; ENG 333 , DPH 210 , DPH 321  and an additional 15 hours of DPH coursework. A survey of teaching methods that are appropriate for health education program delivery.
  
  • DPH 409 - Community Health Education Planning

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DPH major with 2.5 GPA; DPH 210 , DPH 321 , an additional 15 hours of DPH coursework. Diagnostic phases preceding program development, skills in planning, organization and implementation of health education programs in the community.
  
  • DPH 410 - School Health Education Planning

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DPH majors or minors only with 2.5 GPA. Diagnostic phases preceding program development, skills in planning, organization and implementation of school health education programs.
  
  • DPH 411 - Health Education Curriculum for Secondary Schools

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DPH majors or minors only with 2.5 GPA. Varieties of curriculum organization, scope and sequence, survey of education content, facilities and equipment.
  
  • DPH 412 - Measurement and Evaluation in Health Education

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): DPH majors or minors only with 2.5 GPA. A survey of evaluation instruments for appraising and interpreting health data.
  
  • DPH 414 - Consumer Health

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): 2.5 GPA. A survey of consumer problems related to health misconceptions, choosing health services, medical quackery and advertising of health products.
  
  • DPH 415 - School Health Program

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): 2.5 GPA. Health issues related to the comprehensive school health program.
 

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