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Courses


 
  
  • TE 550 - Language and Culture in Literacy Education


    The language that we speak and our cultural backgrounds are closely related to our identity. In this course the connections between language, culture, and identity, political power structure, and cultural conflict are all explored as they relate to literacy education. Instruction that expands the language proficiency of all students, while preserving cultural connections, is examined.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 556 - Exploring Diversity in K-12 Literature


    Society has many components that are shared and many that are distinct. These similarities and differences are explored in terms of presentation of diverse cultural images (including but not limited to race and ethnicity). This course focuses on evaluating how well authors sensitively, accurately, and respectfully depict diversity. Students prepare materials and position statements related to exploring diversity in literature.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 558 - Adapted Aquatics Instructor


    This course will focus on assessing student needs and on the principles of adapting both curriculum and equipment for individuals with disabilities in an aquatic environment.  The course will require practical experience with students in an aquatic setting.  Hands-on experience will be combined with lectures, demonstrations, and microteaching to help students put theory into practice.

    Prerequisite:  Admission to College of Education.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 559 - Assessment & Program Planning


    Focus will be on assessment and program planning for students in a Physical Education Setting. Students will be exposed to principles for adapting both curriculum and equipment in the physical education environment to meet the diverse needs of learners in inclusive and exclusive learning environments. This course will require practical experiences with students in a physical activity setting including assessment and application of the latest assessment instruments for students with and without identified disabilities.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the College of Education.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 563 - Advanced Motor Development


    Skills will be developed in observation and analysis of locomotor, non-locomotor and manipulative skill sequences. Relationships among growth, maturation, motor performance and the persons’ context will be discussed and explored in laboratory activities. This is a theoretical and application based class that has been structured to provide educators with the knowledge and skill to create appropriate movement programs for children.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 568 - Educating Youth with Multiple Disabilities


    Areas addressed include: information on teaming and establishing an inclusive curriculum; integrating health care; and exploring technology available for adapting computers and other devices to educate youth who are multiply impaired. Students will also learn strategies to assess, plan for, teach, and evaluate language and communication, including alternative forms of communication.

    Prerequisite: TE 430, TE 433, TE 516, TE 532, TE 541.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 569 - Advanced Theories & Methods for Students with Cognitive Impairments


    With the intent of including youth with cognitive impairments into the general education classroom and community, this course presents a process to identify appropriate general education and/or functional curriculum content. It also emphasizes research-based instructional methods in the areas of promoting social competency, vocational training/employment, personal care, community participation, and recreation/leisure. Community agency service coordination and transition planning are emphasized.  Field work is required.

    Prerequisite: TE 430, TE 433, TE 516, TE 532, TE 541.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 627 - Crisis Prevention Intervention for Students with ASD


    This course provides an opportunity to learn practical theory and applied skills necessary to prevent or deescalate developing crisis behavior of students with autism spectrum disorders. The focus will be on working within ethical, legal, and community standards of positive behavior support that promotes the care, welfare, and safety of all involved in crisis events. Special consideration will be given to identifying and meeting unique needs of students so that they do not find it necessary to engage in a repeating cycle of aggressive acting out behavior. Cultural and skill diversity of individuals with disabilities will be explored as a means of understanding and better addressing the challenges these students face.


     

    TE 430, TE 516, and TE 432 or TE 433 or TE 434.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 628 - Assistive Communication and Technology for Students with ASD


    This course provides a basis for understanding communication and language disorders unique to students with ASD.  It addresses the characteristics of these communication and language disorders, methods of identification of student needs in these areas, and how to provide instructional programs based on these needs.

    Prerequisites: TE 430 and TE 434.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TE 629 - Advanced Theory and Practice: ASD


    This course addresses advanced methods of identification, instruction, and programming for students with ASD; inclusion of students with ASD in the general education classroom, and the process for identification of appropriate general education and/or adapted curriculum.

    Prerequisites: TE 430, TE 434, TE 516, TE 532, TE 541.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TEMS 301 - Community, Culture & Change


    Students are introduced to the historical, social, cultural, philosophical and political contexts of communities and schools where middle and secondary teachers are situated. A community‐based field component is required.

    Prerequisite: Admitted to the College of Education.

    Credits:3 cr

    Concurrent Requirements: Concurrent enrollment in TEMS 302.
  
  • TEMS 302 - General Methods for Teaching in the Secondary & Middle Schools


    Provides secondary education students with the basic planning, organizational and instructional skills needed to function effectively in secondary and middle schools. Course material includes lesson and unit planning, classroom management, evaluation, teaching strategies which address a variety of learning styles, and the exceptional and culturally different adolescent. Field work is required.

    Prerequisite: acceptance to Teacher Education Program.

    Credits:3 cr

    Concurrent Requirements: Recommended: concurrent enrollment in EDL 305.
  
  • TEMS 304 - The Transescent Years


    Acquaint participants with the philosophy of a middle level school. Provides an in-depth overview of educational practice specific to the needs of the middle level student. The emphasis is on curriculum models and instructional strategies and their appropriateness to the development of the student in the middle level grades. Included in the course is field work in a middle level school.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the elementary or secondary teacher preparation program.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TEMS 305 - Middle Level Classroom Management/Assessment


    Designed to provide middle level teacher education students with knowledge and application of accepted theories of effective classroom management and assessment in middle level settings. Effective classroom management and assessment within the context of the middle school concept will be explored. Field work in a middle level school is required.

    Prerequisite: TEMS 304.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TEMS 306 - Literacy in the Middle Level Classroom


    Explores a balance of reading, writing, and the other language arts with focus on instructional practices specific to middle level students. Topics will include: Multiple Intelligences, critical reading strategies, computer software in the literacy program, writing, listening, and speaking activities.

    Prerequisite: TEMS 304

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TEMS 308 - Curriculum and Instruction in Middle and Secondary Schools


    Provides prospective secondary and middle school teachers with advanced skills, knowledge, and dispositions for differentiated instruction in their subject specialization. Special attention is given to unit-level planning and assessment. Preservice teachers in this course will complete a field experience with a content specialist in either their teaching major or minor

    Prerequisite: acceptance in the Secondary Teacher Education Program and completion of TEMS 302 and EDL 305 with a grade of “C” or higher.

    Credits:3 cr

    Concurrent Requirements: Required: concurrent enrollment in TEMS 312.
  
  • TEMS 310 - Introduction to Classroom Assessment


    Introduction to testing, measurement, assessment, and evaluation related to instructional issues in middle and secondary schools; construction of teacher-made tests and assessments; survey of standardized tests including state and nationally-mandated assessments.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Secondary Teacher Education Program and completion of TEMS 302 and EDL 305 with a grade of “C” or higher.

    Credits:3 cr

    Notes: It is recommended that students enroll in TEMS 310 concurrently with TEMS 308 and TEMS 312, however, students may enroll in TEMS 310 after completing TEMS 308 and TEMS 312.
  
  • TEMS 311 - Teaching Science in Mid/Sec Schools


    This course provides prospective science teachers at the middle and secondary level the pedagogical knowledge needed to teach science.

    Prerequisite:  Acceptance into the Secondary Teacher Education Program and completion of TEMS 302 and TE 305 with a grade of “C” or higher.

    Credits:4 cr

  
  • TEMS 312 - Teaching Reading in the Content Areas of Secondary and Middle Schools


    Develops an understanding of the reading process as it applies to effective instruction in secondary and middle school subject matter classes. Teaches strategies in vocabulary development, comprehension and study skills. The reading problems of students with special needs and of those from diverse cultural backgrounds also are addressed. Students complete a field experience with a content specialist in either their teaching major or minor.

    Prerequisite: acceptance into the Secondary Teacher Education Program and completion of TEMS 302 and EDL 305 with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits:3 cr

    Concurrent Requirements: Recommended: concurrent enrollment in TEMS 308.
  
  • TEMS 314 - Methods of Teaching Social Studies


    Required course for teacher candidates seeking initial certification who are preparing to teach diverse populations of middle & high school social studies students in the subject areas of history, geography, economics, and government/civics. Curriculum planning, teaching strategies and exemplary social studies teaching are addressed in depth. Required prerequisite for teacher candidates seeking initial certification is TEMS 302. Field work is required.

    Prerequisite:  TEMS 302.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • TEMS 319 - Young Adult Literature


    Reading and critical analysis of young adult literature. Attention to selecting and teaching novels, short stories, poetry and drama to adolescents.

    Prerequisite: All reading and writing basic skills requirements must be completed before enrolling in this course.

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: Cross-listed with ENGL 254.
  
  • TEMS 412 - Seminar in Secondary Teaching


    Discussion of significant aspects of secondary education as they become relevant to student teachers.

    Credits:2 cr

    Concurrent Requirements: Must be taken concurrently with Student Teaching (TE 422). Notes: Pass/Fail.
  
  • TEMS 422 - Secondary Student Teaching


    See Student Teaching Requirements.

    Prerequisite: Completion of all requirements for Secondary Education and approval of the director of clinical experiences.

    Credits:(3-12) cr

  
  • TEMS 424 - Middle Level Internship


    Last course in the Middle Level Education minor. Students will work with a teacher in a middle level classroom. Internship emphasizes concepts learned by students throughout the program in Middle level education.

    Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion (C or better) of SOC 350 or SOC 370, PSYC 310, PSYC 315, TEMS 304, TEMS 305, TEMS 306.

    Credits:2 cr

  
  • THEA 126 - Mask & Movement


    This performance driven course is designed to explore self-awareness through active physical choices. Classroom activities will release tension, rid self-conscious mannerisms, stimulate the imagination, and emphasize physicality through the use of Neutral and Character masks.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 128A - Introduction to Theatre


    A survey of the basic elements of theatre in which students explore the processes of play production from script analysis through performance. Introduction to important artists and plays, and development of theatre appreciation. Recommended for students wishing to fulfill the arts requirement for General Education.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 128B - Theatre in Performance [CI]


    An introduction to theatre as an art form utilizing live performance. Students explore the nature of theatre, develop skills in dramatic criticism, and develop understanding of the role of theatre as a culturally enriching experience. Students are required to attend performances. Recommended for students wishing to fulfill the arts communication intensive requirement of the General Education program.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 111.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 136 - Introduction to Acting


    A first course in acting which explores the actor’s psychological strategies for playing character and style in ensemble. Introduction to physical and vocal techniques. Exercises to stimulate imagination and creativity.

    Credits:3 cr

    Notes: * This course is preferred in the Oral Performance Core, as it fulfills the prerequisite for THEA 255.
  
  • THEA 137 - Acting and Analysis [CI]


    A beginning course that develops basic acting skills through physical and vocal training. Acting techniques are acquired through engagement in and analysis of exercises and performances. Students examine their own and others’ stage work.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 111.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 160 - Basic Scenography


    An introductory course exploring the elements of stagecraft, costuming, properties, lights and sound and how they interact in the production process.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 220 - Introduction to Performance Studies


    A beginning course in the analysis and performance of aesthetic texts, grounded in, but not limited to, traditional literary forms (prose, poetry, drama). Performance texts may derive from a variety of aesthetic communication acts. Primarily individual performance; may involve some study of group performance.

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: Cross-listed with COMM 220.
  
  • THEA 230 - Voice and Articulation


    An applied approach to developing the student’s vocal capabilities through analysis and classroom exercises. Voices will be refined for conversational as well as theatrical purposes. Dialect and local color will also be analyzed and applied to a variety of vocal types. Emphasis will be placed upon improving individual voices in a classroom practicum.

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: Cross-listed with COMM 230.
  
  • THEA 255 - Introduction to Directing


    Problem-solving and decision making for the director in interpretation, composition, style and performance.  Introduces students to production organization, artistic coordination, as well as functions and responsibilities of the director.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 260 - Introduction to Stagecraft & Theatre Design


    A beginning course in technical theatre production with a component in design for the theatre. Focus on basic equipment and materials as well as technical theatre conventions. Laboratory work on University Theatre productions will serve as practical application of theory taught in the course. (Lab fee)

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 270 - Acting for the Camera


    This course is designed to give students the opportunity to experience and explore the differences between on-camera work and stage work. This performance driven course will explore the various styles and genres of on camera acting technique.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 290 - Selected Topics in Theatre


    A first or intermediate level seminar or laboratory.

    Credits:(1-4) cr

  
  • THEA 299 - Applied Theatre


    A student who participates under the supervision of a faculty member in an extracurricular theatre activity may receive one hour of credit in a single activity during one semester. Admission to the activity does not constitute permission or insure credit. May be repeated for up to 8 credit hours. Credits used to satisfy the requirement in THEA 299 for the theatre major must be earned on campus.

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

    Credits:1 cr

  
  • THEA 336 - Intermediate Acting


    A continuation of the first course in acting, which will stress the development and application of performance techniques in more difficult problems of characterization, ensemble and style. Vocal and physical training are continued.

    Prerequisite: THEA 136 or THEA 137 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 340 - Musical Theatre I


    An introduction to musical theatre as a live art form. Students explore aspects of musical theatre production in order to develop a base for understanding and evaluating live musical theatre. The course will focus primarily on solo/duet and small ensemble work.

    Prerequisite:  THEA 136 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 355 - Intermediate Directing


    A continuation of the first course in directing, which will stress problem-solving and decision making at more difficult or specialized levels. These include period staging, special styles or conventions, and performance problems.

    Prerequisite: THEA 255 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 360 - Scene Design


    Explores the art of scenography, covering the design of stage settings and properties in relation to the unified stage production. Mechanical drawing and computer generated designs will be major components. Practical application on University Theatre productions is included.

    Prerequisite: THEA 260 or permission of instructor. (Lab fee)

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 365 - Shakespeare In Performance


    This course is designed for the advanced student wanting to explore the performative aspects of William Shakespeare’s dramatic literature. In depth study and analysis of five plays will lead to presentation of selected scenes from each of the plays studied. Bringing the oral aspects of performance to the dramatic literature is the focus of the course.

    Prerequisite:  THEA 136 or permission of instructor. 

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 370 - Costume and Makeup Design


    Theory and practice in costume design and construction, and in straight and character makeup, in relation to the unified stage production. An overview of the history of dress and stage costume. Laboratory work in University Theatre is included.

    Prerequisite: THEA 260 or permission of instructor. (Lab fee)

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 375 - Theatre History I


    A survey of theatre history from ancient Greece through the 17th Century French Neoclassical Theatre. Study of major periods, plays and artists. Focused study in selected topics.
     

    Prerequisite: THEA 128A or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 380 - Theatre History II


    A survey of theatre history from 1660 and the English Restoration Theatre through the contemporary era. Study of major periods, plays and artists. Focused study in selected topics.

    Prerequisite: THEA 128A or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 385 - Principles & Practices in Arts Management


    Emphasis on current theory and practice in arts administration and organization; exploration of business management and related career opportunities in the arts; current practices in front-of- house operation, promotion, and funding options. An advanced level introductory course.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 420 - Acting for the Camera


    A course designed for students of acting and technical production who may be considering pursuing a career in television or film production. Exercises and assignments will pertain to Soap Opera, Film, and Commercial acting techniques. Students will learn camera, sound, and lighting techniques, and studio editing and directing. Class sessions and lab required.

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor or THEA 136.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 440 - Musical Theatre II


    A continuation to musical theatre I. Students will explore advanced aspects of musical theatre production in order to develop a base for understanding and evaluating live musical theatre. The course will focus primarily on large ensemble work and choreography

    Prerequisite:  THEA 136 or THEA 340 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 450 - Solo Performance


    An advanced course in acting focusing on the history of solo performance and the creation and performance of solo works by the student in three types of solo genres: Biographical, Multi-character, and the Autobiographical Monologue.

    Prerequisite:  THEA 136 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 460 - Light and Sound Design


    This course focuses on the designing of lighting and sound for live theatre and the practical application of those designs to the stage. The course includes laboratory work on University Theatre productions

    Prerequisite: THEA 260 or permission of instructor. (Lab fee)

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • THEA 465 - Creative Drama


    The study of drama as a creative and educational tool in school, clinical and recreational settings. Demonstrates the values of creative drama in the development of the whole child. Provides opportunity for students to design materials, as well as to understand the use of creative drama techniques.

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: Cross-listed with TE 465.
  
  • THEA 470 - Theatre for Children


    History and theories of theatre staged by adults for child audiences. Provides practical experience in selecting and staging plays for children. Examines performance and content standards, educational and theatrical considerations, the nature of the audience and aesthetic values.

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: Cross-listed with TE 470.
  
  • THEA 490 - Selected Topics in Theatre


    An advanced or highly specialized seminar or laboratory.

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

    Credits:(1-4) cr

  
  • THEA 495 - Independent Study in Theatre


    Before enrolling, the student must submit a plan of study for approval.

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

    Credits:(1-4) cr

  
  • THEA 496 - Field Work: Theatre Tour


    This course is designed to give students experience with touring theatre. It is a performance and production laboratory. Students engage in multiple performances at differing sites. Content allows for all phases of production including development of technical and pedagogical materials.

    Prerequisite: THEA 136 or THEA 470 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:(1-6) cr

  
  • THEA 497 - Senior Project in Theatre


    Student must submit a detailed and substantiated proposal for approval.

    Prerequisite: Written and oral presentation of the proposal for departmental approval one semester prior to registration for the course. Forms available from faculty advisor.

    Credits:(3-6) cr

  
  • YS 300 - Child Welfare Policies & Procedures


    Concepts, policies and practices in the child welfare field will be presented. The student will become familiar with historical aspects of child welfare concerns, with the broad scope of child welfare relating to the child in his/her varied environment and with organizational structure and service.

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: SW 303
  
  • YS 330 - Child Abuse & Neglect


    An intensive study of the problem of child abuse and neglect as it extends throughout our country. Areas of focus include: law enforcement, medical, sociological, educational, preventive and interventive aspects.

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: SW 302
  
  • YS 347 - Problems of American Youth


    A study of the social, psychological and personal problems of age in America. Areas of focus include: childhood and youth as social inventions; socialization processes; anxiety, identity, authority and life goals; the amelioration of personal problems and growth in social maturity, with emphasis on strategies and treatment.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • YS 349 - Group Work with Youth


    Theory and skills for working with youth through groups. Principles and strategies of intervention, problem assessment, use of group and programming and intervention tools, select appropriate methods/skills. Stages of group development, goal planning with groups, assessment of race, ethnic origin and socio-economic status of group members. The use of group programming as a viable means for individual change.

    Credits:3 cr

  
  • YS 405 - Group Facilitation


    Developing group facilitation skills with parenting groups and groups with children and youth. Group work as an intervention with families in need of a nurturing supportive environment that supports appropriate parent-child interactions.

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: SW 405
  
  • YS 406 - Foster Care & Adoption


    This course is an intensive study of the foster care and adoption systems, related issues, and support services for foster and adoptive children, foster and adoptive parents, and biological parents.   Areas of focus include: cultural identity, historical perspective, and contemporary view of the media.

     

    Credits:3 cr

    Cross-Listed: Cross-listed with SW 406.

  
  • YS 490 - Selected Topics


    Study of selected topics of particular significance or current importance and interest to the youth services area such as Interviewing Children and Adolescents, Youth in Residential Care, and Administration of Youth Services.

    Prerequisite: Junior or Senior status.

    Credits:(1-4) cr

 

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