Apr 23, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog 
    
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Course Descriptions


 
  
  • ECE 6310 - Electromagnetics II

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    A study of intermediate electromagnetic issues common to circuits, systems, and communication networks.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECE 3310 .
  
  • ECE 6320 - Antennas and Wave Propagation

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem

     

     

     

    Behavior of radiated electromagnetic waves in atmosphere, space, urban and indoor environments; path, frequency and antenna selection for practical communication systems; propagation prediction.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECE 3310 .

  
  • ECE 6410 - Communication Circuits and Systems

    Credits: (3)
    A study of communication circuits, modulation and decoding theory, spectrum usage, networks, and protocols.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECE 3210  and MATH 3410 .
  
  • ECE 6420 - Digital Communication

    Credits: (3)
    This course provides an in-depth coverage of the theory, analysis, and design of digital communications systems with an emphasis on advanced topics related to wired, wireless data communication and the physical networking layer.  Topics include QPSK, QAM, PAM, CSMA/CD, SONET, ADSL, and/or MACAW.  Spread spectrum concepts such as FHSS, DSSS, OFDM, MIMO and/or cooperative communication techniques may be included.  Students will develop Matlab based models to emulate the concepts.  The course will include group projects as well as individual assignments.  The course would be beneficial particularly to students who are interested in doing work/research in fields related to communications, networks, and signal processing.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECE 3210  and MATH 3410 .
  
  • ECE 6510 - Advanced Power Systems

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course will explore advanced power systems concepts.

     
    Pre-requisite(s): ECE 3510 .

  
  • ECE 6620 - Digital System Testing

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Fundamentals of testing digital circuits and memory devices, including fault modeling, test pattern generation, and test coverage. Introduction to design for test and built-in self-test. Laboratory activities include performing bench and automated testing of digital and memory chips, and generating test patterns for fault detection.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECE 3610 .
  
  • ECE 6710 - Real-Time Embedded Systems

    Credits: (4)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    An advanced course on real-time embedded system design.  Topics include task concurrency, scheduling paradigms, synchronization, resource access control, and inter-process communication.  Lecture and Lab combination.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECE 3710  or CS 3100 .
  
  • ECE 6900 - Special Topics

    Credits: (1-4)
    Variable Title
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    A one-time special study course designed to introduce a new relevant topic that is not covered in the Electrical & Computer Engineering programs. Lecture or lecture and lab combination. Laboratory activities support the selected course topic.
    Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated 10 times and up to 12 credit hours.
  
  • ECON 1010 SS - Economics as a Social Science

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem

    An introduction to basic economic institutions and principles of economics for non-business and non-economics majors. The primary objective of the course is to provide a framework of economic approaches useful in the analysis of social problems. Topics include poverty, economic systems, crime, pollution, health, discrimination, unemployment, inflation, and the role of government in the economy.
  
  • ECON 1100 SS - Environmental Issues and Economic Policy

    Credits: (3)
    An analysis of policies which affect environmental resources. Emphasis on economic analysis of renewable and nonrenewable resources, pollution, and public policy. This course demonstrates economic solutions to environmental problems, and the role economics plays in designing environmental policy.
    Note: Check with department for course availability.
  
  • ECON 1740 AI - Economic History of the United States

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    A critical study of the history of the American Economy, significant events, fundamental principles of a market economy, interactions between government and the market economy, and the evolution of fundamental economic institutions.
  
  • ECON 2010 SS - Principles of Microeconomics

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem Online
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem Online
    Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem Online

    The application of economic concepts to the analysis of scarcity of individual, firm, and organizational behavior. Topic coverage includes the theories of how consumers and firms make choices, and how various rules guide their respective decisions. The course also explores the theory of market structures, such as perfect and imperfect competition, as well as monopoly.
    Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1010 , MATH 1050  or 1080  or 1210  with a “C” or higher grade.
  
  • ECON 2020 SS - Principles of Macroeconomics

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem

    Analyzes human behavior and choices as they relate to the entire economy, with specific focus on national income measurement, unemployment, inflation, business cycles, global trade, and economic growth. Implications of different government policies, e.g., changes in taxation, government spending, money supply or interest rates for a stable economy and steady growth are explored.
    Pre-requisite(s): (MATH 1010  or MATH 1050  or 1080  or 1210  with a “C” or higher grade).
  
  • ECON 2899 - Economics Foundations and Admission Assessment

    Credits: (0)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Online
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem Online
    Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem Online

    Completion of ECON 2899 is required of all non-business Economics students pursuing any major, minor, emphasis or certificate awarded by the John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics. The course objectives are: 1) assessment of Foundation knowledge, and 2) admittance to the Goddard School. Students should register for this course concurrent with (same semester as) their last required Foundation course (ECON 2010 , ECON 2020  and QUAN 2600 ) or after the required Foundation courses have been completed. Students must have an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher and a Foundation GPA of 2.5 or higher and a minimum grade of “C-” in each of the three Foundation courses. Credit/No credit.
    Pre-requisite/Co-requisite: Pre/ Co-requisite: ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 , QUAN 2600 .
  
  • ECON 2920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs

    Credits: (1-3)
    Variable Title
    Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
    Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated 5 times with a maximum of 6 credit hours with different topics.
    Note: This course is offered as needed.
  
  • ECON 3030 - Managerial Economics

    Credits: (3)
    This course uses the tools of differential calculus and regression theory to analyze the managerial decisions of individual firms.
    Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1050 , QUAN 2600 , QUAN 3610 .
    Note: Course not currently being offered.
  
  • ECON 3090 - History of Economic Thought

    Credits: (3)
    This course covers the major concepts and contributions of the scholars of the past in economic doctrine and interpretations.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 , and MATH 1050  or MATH 1080  or MATH 1210 .
    Note: Course not currently being offered.
  
  • ECON 3110 - International Trade

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    An introduction to the pure theory of trade, international trade agreements and negotiations (e.g., GATT, EU and NAFTA) and the institutions designed to encourage trade. Emphasis on the benefits of free trade as well as the reasons for the existence of trade barriers such as tariffs and quotas. Special topics include trade in agricultural products and international labor migration.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010  and ECON 2020  and MATH 1050  or MATH 1080  or MATH 1210 .
  
  • ECON 3120 - International Finance and Monetary Systems

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Applications of the principle of economics to the international monetary system. Special emphasis on the way in which international monetary institutions can facilitate trade. Macroeconomic models of an open economy are used to examine the effect that international trade and financial ties have on the domestic economy. Special topics include institutions such as the World Bank and the IMF, along with regional monetary unification in Europe.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010 , ECON 2020  and MATH 1050  or MATH 1080  or MATH 1210 .
  
  • ECON 3150 - Business Studies Abroad-International Finance

    Credits: (3)
    This course studies the globalization of financial markets and the environment in which international finance takes place, e.g., the international monetary system. With this background, a global financial strategy design for corporations will be discussed. This course is taught at Fachhochschule Hof, Germany during each fall semester. Students enrolled in this course have to participate in the Study Abroad Program (Contact: Doris Geide-Stevenson, ext. 7634, dgsteven@weber.edu).
    Note: Check with department for course availability.
  
  • ECON 3200 - Money and Banking

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course presents a detailed description and economic analysis of the U.S. financial system which includes the banking industry, bond and stock markets, and the Federal Reserve system. This course serves as an extension to the material covered in an introductory macroeconomics course. The enhanced understanding of the workings of the financial system, including the determination of interest rates, will be used to trace out the channels of monetary policy as conducted by the Federal Reserve and the effect of monetary policy on financial markets, such as the stock market.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2020  and MATH 1050  or MATH 1080  or MATH 1210 .
  
  • ECON 3300 - Environmental Economics

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Every other Spring
    Environmental Economics applies economic concepts to environmental and resource topics. We will use both standard economic and ecological analyses. Specific topics include externalities, public goods, environmental accounting, nonrenewable and renewable resource use, pollution, and climate change.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010  and MATH 1050  or MATH 1080  or MATH 1210  or equivalent.
  
  • ECON 3400 - Labor Economics

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    The study of labor economics explores choices made by the two sides of the labor market, employers and workers and how these choices interact in determining wage and employment levels. Hence, an important part of the course consists of a detailed analysis of labor demand and supply. This analysis is followed by a discussion of why the labor market often does not clear, i.e., why we observe unemployment. The analysis focuses on special features of the labor market such as minimum wage, labor unions and efficiency wages. Other topics include the effect of education and training on earnings, the optimal incentive structure of an employment contract and determinants of income inequality.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010  and MATH 1050  or MATH 1080  or MATH 1210 .
  
  • ECON 3410 - Women in the World Economy

    Credits: (3)
    Applications of the principles of economics to the analysis of the economic status of women in the U.S. and elsewhere. The focus is on labor markets, income differentials, the tax system and household work. Special consideration is given to women in developing economies.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010  and MATH 1050  or MATH 1080  or MATH 1210 .
    Note: Course not currently being offered.
  
  • ECON 4010 - Intermediate Microeconomic Theory

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    The application of economic concepts to individual and firm behavior, consumer behavior, demand analysis, economics of the firm, and price theory.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010 , ECON 2020  and BSAD 2899  or ECON 2899  and MATH 1050  or MATH 1080  or MATH 1210 .
  
  • ECON 4020 - Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    The building of standard models to test theories of long-run economic performance and short-term fluctuations in closed and open economies. Emphasis is placed on how fiscal and monetary policies encourage long-run growth while mitigating the negative effects of short-term fluctuations.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 , QUAN 2400 , and BSAD 2899  or ECON 2899 .
  
  • ECON 4170 - Economic Development

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    The application of economic principles to the challenging problems of third world and developing nations including Africa, Asia, Latin America and the newly independent states of the Former Soviet Union and Eastern Europe.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010  and ECON 2020  and MATH 1050  or MATH 1080  or MATH 1210 .
  
  • ECON 4320 - Industrial Organization

    Credits: (3)
    The theory and performance of firms and industries in the context of substantial market power and market regulation. Emphasis on oligopoly, game theory, and theory of markets within the context of global market competition.
    Pre-requisite(s): QUAN 2400  or ECON 3030 , ECON 2010 .
    Note: Course not currently being offered.
  
  • ECON 4330 - Game Theory

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Every Other Fall
    This course is an introduction to game theory, the study of strategic behavior among parties having opposed, mixed, or similar interests. This course will sharpen your understanding of strategic behavior in encounters with other individuals. You will learn how to recognize and model strategic situations, to predict when and how your actions will influence the decisions of others and to exploit strategic situations for your own benefit.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010  and MATH 1050 , MATH 1080 , MATH 1210 , or equivalent.
  
  • ECON 4520 - Public Finance

    Credits: (3)
    This course covers the aspects of economic policy that arise in the operations of a public budget. Topics addressed include economic theories of bureaucracy, public expenditures, and taxation.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010 , ECON 2020  and MATH 1050  or MATH 1080  or MATH 1210 .
    Note: Course not currently being offered.
  
  • ECON 4550 - Introduction to Econometrics

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Advanced Regression Analysis. Topics include ordinary least squares, generalized least squares, nonlinear regression, dummy variables, autocorrelation, heteroskedasticity, and serial correlation. Computers used extensively.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 , QUAN 2400 , and QUAN 3610 .
  
  • ECON 4560 - Mathematical Economics

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Advanced application of mathematical modeling techniques to selected economic issues.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 4010 , ECON 4020 , QUAN 2400  or MATH 1210 , and QUAN 3610 .
  
  • ECON 4800 - Independent Research

    Credits: (1-3)
    Individual work or work in small groups, by arrangement, in special topics not included in the announced course offerings.
    Pre-requisite(s): QUAN 3610  and approval of instructor.
    Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated twice with a maximum of 3 credit hours.
    Note: This course is offered as needed.
  
  • ECON 4810 - Experimental Courses

    Credits: (1-3)
    Experimental or one-time courses designed to fill a need in the community or investigate interesting and unusual topics.  Refer to Experimental Courses .
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 .
    Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated 5 times with a maximum of 6 credit hours with different topics.
    Note: This course is offered as needed.
  
  • ECON 4850 - Economics Study Abroad

    Credits: (1-3)
    This course is designed for students who will study economics at one of the international partner universities of the Goddard School of Business and Economics as part of an extended study abroad visit.  Students will explore the international economic institutions, business culture, and applications of economic theory to countries outside of the US.  Students will study international economics as offered through a partner university (or other university with department chair approval).
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2899  and BSAD 2899 .
    Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated once up to 6 credits.
    Note: This course is offered as needed.
  
  • ECON 4860 INT - Economics Internship

    Credits: (1-3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem

    A structured professional-level field experience.  The student will be counseled and supervised as he/she applies and integrates the knowledge and skills obtained through the Business Economics or International Business Economics program courses.
    Pre-requisite(s): BSAD 2899 ; Instructor approval.
  
  • ECON 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs

    Credits: (1-3)
    Variable Title
    Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
    Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated 5 times with a maximum of 6 credit hours with different topics.
    Note: This course is offered as needed.
  
  • ECON 4970 - Introduction to Research Methods

    Credits: (1)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course prepares students for ECON 4980  Research Methods. Students will study the research process and the scientific method as it applies to economics. Students will have an opportunity to explore various fields and literature in order to design a thesis project for ECON 4980 .
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2899  or BSAD 2899 .
  
  • ECON 4980 - Research Methods

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    A course designed for senior economics majors which requires the completion of an extensive thesis project. This course will focus on the formulation of hypotheses, review of relevant literature, and either theoretical or empirical analysis.
    Pre-requisite(s): ECON 4970 , BSAD 2899  or ECON 2899 , QUAN 3610 , ECON 4010  or ECON 4020 .
  
  • EDUC 1010 CEL - Exploring Teaching

    Credits: (3)
    Students will explore the exciting world of teaching, examine what it means to be a teacher, and participate in field observations. This course is designed to introduce students to personal and professional experiences within the educational community.
    Pre-requisite(s): This course or an equivalent approved course is a prerequisite to all licensure programs in the Department of Teacher Education .
  
  • EDUC 2000 - Social Studies Concepts for Elementary Teachers

    Credits: (3)
    Fundamental concepts from the social sciences commonly found in elementary social studies curriculum.
    Note: This course is not currently offered.
  
  • EDUC 2010 CEL - Human Exceptionality

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Summer Semester: 2nd Blk

    This course will introduce students to the characteristics of exceptional children with emphasis on the educational and psychological implications of disabilities to the development of the child.  A minimum grade of C is required in this course. 
  
  • EDUC 2300 - Global Perspectives on Education and Learning

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem

    This course begins by introducing perspectives on globalization and how the globalization process impacts educational policies and practices. We will then discuss three major topics from an international and comparative perspective.  These three topics are: 1) educational policies and practices; 2) pedagogies and classroom practices; 3) individual experiences of learning.  Case studies will be used to demonstrate different ways to examine how schools teach, as well as how students learn, in various social contexts.  Towards the end of the course, students will learn to develop age appropriate pedagogical tools by incorporating global learning perspectives that can be used in K-12 classrooms.
  
  • EDUC 2604 - Information Resources in Education

    Credits: (1)
    Intended for students interested in education, this one-credit hour course will assist in developing information literacy and academic research skills, and an understanding of academic integrity issues unique to the field of education. Students will develop skills in identifying, locating, retrieving, documenting, and critically evaluating both electronic and print resources that are appropriate for undergraduate research, with emphasis in education and related disciplines.
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  • EDUC 2890 INT - Cooperative Work Experience

    Credits: (1-6)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    For students not yet accepted to the Teacher Education Program who meet the minimum cooperative work experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Amount of credit will be determined by the department. Fingerprinting/ background check must be completed prior to working in the schools.
    Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated up to 6 credit hours.
  
  • EDUC 2920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs

    Credits: (1-6)
    Variable Title
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be taken on a Credit/No Credit basis.
    Number of Times this Course May Be Repeated: May be repeated up to 6 credit hours.
  
  • EDUC 3100 - Instructional Planning & Assessment

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course introduces the basic concepts of lesson and unit design, planning and assessment based on student needs.
    Pre-requisite(s): Completion of Elementary Education Level 1 courses with a grade of B- or better.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Elementary Education Level 2 and should be taken with EDUC 3210 , EDUC 3240 , EDUC 4345 , PEP 3620 .
  
  • EDUC 3110 - Instructional Technology

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course allows students to apply existing technology literacy into educational environments to promote enhanced learning. The curriculum is based on teacher skills required to teach Utah State Educational Technology Standards for students in K-8 settings. The course focuses on providing teacher licensure candidates with basic technology proficiencies for teaching with technology.
    Pre-requisite(s): Completion of the computer and information literacy requirements.
  
  • EDUC 3115 - Media Integration in Elementary Education Settings

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course focuses on how to create media to support and apply research-based principles for learning into educational environments.  The course content is based on Utah core curriculum skills for students in the K-8 setting. The course provides students with technology proficiencies for integrating technology into teaching.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.  Verification of technology literacy training (through coursework or job experience) within the past five years.  Completion of the computer and information literacy requirements and completion of Elementary Education Level 2 courses with a grade of B- or better.  
    Suggested Requisite(s): This is part of Elementary Education Level 3 and should be taken with EDUC 3280 , EDUC 4210 , EDUC 4300 , EDUC 4320 , and EDUC 4330 .
  
  • EDUC 3116 - Media Integration in Elementary Education Settings 1

    Credits: (1)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course is an orientation to using media and technology to support and apply research-based principles for learning in educational environments for traditional, blended, and online instruction. Students will be taught to integrate technology into the curriculum to support meaningful instruction for both teaching and learning. Students will be introduced to cloud computing and taught how to design, administer, and assess digital curriculum. The course content is based on Utah core curriculum skills for students in the K-8 setting. Students will develop an e-portfolio.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.  This is part of Elementary/Early Childhood/Special Education Level 1 and should be taken with EDUC 3120 , EDUC 3140 , EDUC 3205 , and EDUC 3270 .
  
  • EDUC 3117 - Media Integration in Elementary Education Settings 2

    Credits: (1)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course focuses on integrating media and technology to support and apply research-based principles for learning in educational environments for traditional, blended, and online instruction.  Students will continue to develop their skills and knowledge about how to incorporate technology into the curriculum to support meaningful instruction. A variety of technologies will be utilized for designing digital curriculum and developing 21st century standards. The course content is based on Utah core curriculum skills for students in the K-8 setting. Students continue to create an e-portfolio.
    Pre-requisite(s): Successful completion (B- or better) of Elementary/Early Childhood Level 1.  This is part of Elementary/Early Childhood Education Level 2 and should be taken with EDUC 3100 , EDUC 3210 , EDUC 3230 , EDUC 3240  and EDUC 4345 .
  
  • EDUC 3120 - Reading Instruction in the Primary Grades

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course is designed to familiarize the teacher candidate with current knowledge and practices as they relate to teaching literacy (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) in the primary grades (K-2).
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Elementary Education Level 1 and should be taken with  EDUC 3140 , EDUC 3205 , EDUC 3270 , EDUC 4550 .
  
  • EDUC 3140 - Educational Psychology, Interpersonal Skills and Classroom Management

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    The focus of this course is the fundamental theories and philosophies, concepts, processes, and applications related to human behavior, teaching and learning, interpersonal relationships, and classroom management.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Elementary Education Level 1 and should be taken with EDUC 3120 , EDUC 3205 , EDUC 3270 , EDUC 4550 .
  
  • EDUC 3205 - Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Rationales, concepts, practices provide a scope of understanding and awareness regarding the role of cultural and language pluralism in school and society. Foundations and theories on the role of family and community influence on student values are also explored. Experiences are provided intended to develop basic skills in personal interaction and adaptation to teaching diverse populations.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Elementary Education Level 1 and should be taken with EDUC 3120 , EDUC 3140 , EDUC 3270 , EDUC 4550 .
  
  • EDUC 3210 INT - Elementary Level II Practicum

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    The purpose of this practicum is to provide students with opportunities to design and implement integrated instruction in the elementary grades.  Instruction will focus on integrating the arts, healthy lifestyles, and literacy.  Students are required to spend at least 40 hours in an assigned classroom. 
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.  Completion of Elementary Education Level 1 courses with a grade of B- or better.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Elementary Education Level 2 and should be taken with EDUC 3100 , EDUC 3240 , EDUC 4345 , PEP 3620 .
  
  • EDUC 3220 - Foundations of Diversity

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Rationales, concepts, practice provide a scope of understanding and awareness regarding the role of cultural and language pluralism in school and society. Foundations and theories on the role of family and community influence on student values. Experiences intended to develop basic skills in personal interaction and adaptation to teaching diverse populations.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of the professional core courses and should be taken with EDUC 3265 , EDUC 3315 , EDUC 3900 , EDUC 3910 , and EDUC 3935 .
  
  • EDUC 3230 - Data Analysis for Elementary Teachers and Math Pedagogy

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course will focus on the study of statistics and probability in the Utah mathematics core (K-8) and appropriate mathematics teaching methods.  Emphasis will also be on the developing an understanding of the Standards of Mathematical Practice.  Teaching mathematics for deep conceptual understanding and connections to other subject areas and real life situations will be addressed.  This course builds upon and will use content learned in MATH 2010 , 2015 , and 2020 .
    Pre-requisite(s): Successful completion (B- or better) of Elementary/Early Childhood Level 1.  Should be taken with Elementary/Early Childhood Level 2 courses.
  
  • EDUC 3240 - Reading Instruction in the Intermediate Grades

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course will provide methods, foundations, and assessments for developmental reading in the elementary school, Grades 3-6.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.  Completion of Elementary Education Level 1 courses wil a grade of B- or better.  
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Elementary Education Level 2 and should be taken concurrently with EDUC 3100 , EDUC 3210 , EDUC 4345 , PEP 3620 .
  
  • EDUC 3265 - The Exceptional Student

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Students will learn about the learning and social characteristics of young people with exceptionalities-that is, disabilities (physical, mental, learning) or giftedness-and about public policy and services available to them.  As future teachers, they will learn about how such individuals are identified and served by the school system, what strategies are effective for instructing them, and roles and responsibilities of school personnel in providing appropriate educational experiences for all students in an inclusive classroom.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of the professional core courses and should be taken with EDUC 3220 , EDUC 3900 , EDUC 3315 , EDUC 3935 , EDUC 3910 .
  
  • EDUC 3270 - Differentiation and Collaboration for Inclusive Teaching

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA-04) mandates that students with disabilities be educated “to the maximum extent appropriate with children who are not disabled.”  The expectation is that students with disabilities will have access to, and make adequate progress in, the general curriculum.  Therefore, it is essential for general educators and special educators to work collaboratively.  This course is designed to provide preservice teachers with the knowledge and skills of effective inclusive teaching practices.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education and EDUC 2010 .
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Elementary Education Level 1 and should be taken concurrently with EDUC 3120 , EDUC 3140 , EDUC 3205 , EDUC 4550 .
  
  • EDUC 3280 - Elementary Social Studies Methods

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course focuses on the place of social studies in the elementary school curriculum, the scope and rationale of the social studies curriculum, connections with other subject areas, teaching and assessment strategies, and building classroom community.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.  Completion of Elementary Education Level 2 courses with a grade of B- or better.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Elementary Education Level 3 and should be taken with EDUC 3115 , EDUC 4210 , EDUC 4300 , EDUC 4320 , EDUC 4330 .
  
  • EDUC 3300 - Introduction to International Education: Case Studies

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem

    This course uses case studies of education systems and practices from Japan, China, South Korea, Finland, Cuba, Germany, Poland, and the U.S. to demonstrate the interactions of social-cultural contexts, school policies and practices, as well as the individuals’ learning processes. Theories of and perspectives on examining educational policies and practices will be introduced throughout the class along with case studies covering a diverse range of contexts. The class will be a mix of lectures, discussions, and in-class demonstrations, so students will have many opportunities to actively engage with the material in multiple ways. Students will also have opportunities to discuss educational issues with college students from China, Japan, India and Singapore via a virtual platform.
  
  • EDUC 3315 - Media Integration in the Secondary School Setting

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course focuses on how to create media to support and apply research-based principles for learning into the educational environments.  The curriculum is based on Core Curriculum skills for students in grades 9-12.  The course content provides teacher licensure candidates with technology proficiencies for integrating technology into teaching.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.  Verification of technology literacy training (through coursework or job experience) within the past five years.  Completion of the computer and information literacy requirements.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of the professional core courses and should be taken with EDUC 3220 , EDUC 3265 , EDUC 3900 , EDUC 3910 , EDUC 3935 .
  
  • EDUC 3370 - Advanced Instructional Technology

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course allows students to apply existing technology literacy into educational environments to promote advanced use of educational technology in learning environments. The curriculum is based on teacher skills required to teach Utah State Educational Technology Standards for students in K-6 settings. The course focuses on providing teacher licensure candidates with advanced technology proficiencies for teaching with technology.
    Pre-requisite(s): Verification of technology literacy training (through coursework or job experience) within the past five years.  Completion of the computer and information literacy requirements.
  
  • EDUC 3371 - Assistive Technology

    Credits: (1)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem

    This course provides students with an understanding of the use of assistive technology for students with disabilities. Students will learn to assess student assistive technology needs, identify assistive technology used to provide students access to educational opportunities, and application of assistive technology in instructional programs, career tasks, and life skills for individuals with disabilities.

  
  • EDUC 3375 - Foundations of Dual Immersion or Immersion Education

    Credits: (3)
    The course examines the background, underlying theory, and research foundations that support dual language and immersion education practices.  Issues for teachers and administrators will be addressed.  Practices and principles that inform language attentive curriculum will be a focus of the course.
  
  • EDUC 3390 - Literacy in the Primary Grades

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Analysis of developmental reading skills with emphasis on readiness for reading, phonic and structural analysis, word recognition, use of the basal reader, and reading for various purposes.
  
  • EDUC 3430 - Creative Processes in the Elementary School

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem

    This course focuses on the development of attitudes, methods, and skills in creative teaching, including an exploration of using music, art, dance, and drama in the elementary classroom. Graduate students will also explore philosophy, research, and theories that support arts integration, and development of teaching strategies and materials for use in the elementary classroom.
  
  • EDUC 3535 - IEP and Instructional Planning

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem

    This course provides prospective special education teachers with a curriculum analysis process for determining appropriate educational opportunities for students with IEPs. In addition, prospective teachers will examine strategies for content area instruction and consider a wide range of accommodations and adaptations used to support students with disabilities in the general education classroom. 

  
  • EDUC 3545 - Universal Positive Behavior Support Strategies for Teachers

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course is designed to teach teacher candidates validated classroom management strategies and level one behavioral intervention strategies. This course focuses on techniques and methods for preventative classroom student management. The course will assist candidates in writing effective classroom management plans. Candidates will be introduced to the process of Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.
    Pre-requisite(s): Completion of Education Level 1 courses with a grade of B- or better.
    Co-Requisite(s): EDUC 3565 , EDUC 3575 , EDUC 4515 , EDUC 4521 , EDUC 4530 .
  
  • EDUC 3565 - Elementary English Language Arts: Evaluation, Remediation and Supports

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course is designed to teach teacher candidates validated evaluation and remediation strategies for K-5 students struggling in English Language Arts, focusing on techniques in elementary reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language. Candidates will be introduced to the process of identifying reading and writing difficulties, selecting evidence-based interventions, implementing instruction, and using the data-based instructional decision model to monitor students’ ELA progress and intervention effectiveness.
    Pre-requisite(s): Completion of Education Level 1 courses with a grade of B- or better.
    Co-Requisite(s): This course is part of Special Education Block 2 courses and should be taken with EDUC 3545 , EDUC 3575 , EDUC 4515 , EDUC 4521 , EDUC 4530 .
  
  • EDUC 3575 - Elementary Mathematics: Evaluation, Remediation and Supports

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course is designed to teach teacher candidates validated evaluation and remediation strategies for K-5 students struggling in mathematics. This course focuses on techniques in elementary mathematics. Candidates will be introduced to the process of identifying math difficulties, selecting evidence based interventions, implementing instruction, and using the data-based instructional decision model to monitor students’ math progress and intervention effectiveness.
    Pre-requisite(s): MATH 2010 .Completion of Education Level 1 courses with a grade of B- or better.
    Co-Requisite(s): This course is part of Special Education Block 2 courses and should be taken with EDUC 3545 , EDUC 3565 , EDUC 4515 , EDUC 4521 , EDUC 4530 .
  
  • EDUC 3900 - Preparing, Teaching, and Assessing Instruction

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This integrated course will focus on lesson planning, teaching, and assessment through the application of the Teacher Work Sample (TWS) using lesson plan formats taught in the content areas. A variety of instructional strategies effective for use at the secondary level will be taught and modeled.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of the professional core courses and should be taken with EDUC 3220 , EDUC 3315 , EDUC 3265 , EDUC 3910 , and EDUC 3935 .
  
  • EDUC 3910 INT - Secondary Education Practicum

    Credits: (2)
    The purpose of this practicum is to provide students with opportunities to design and implement content-specific instruction at the secondary level.  Students are required to spend at least 40 hours in an assigned classroom.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of the professional core courses and should be taken with EDUC 3220 , EDUC 3265 EDUC 3315 , EDUC 3900 , EDUC 3935 .
  
  • EDUC 3935 - Reading and Writing Across the Secondary Curriculum

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course will focus on assessment of reading comprehension of students, and decisions teachers make concerning methods, materials and procedures based on those assessments. Teacher candidates will integrate literacy skills (vocabulary, study skills, comprehension development and writing) within their respective content areas and teach sample lessons to secondary students.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of the professional core courses and should be taken with EDUC 3220 , EDUC 3265 EDUC 3315 , EDUC 3900 , EDUC 3910 .
  
  • EDUC 4210 INT - Elementary Level III Practicum

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    The purpose of this practicum is to provide students with opportunities to design and implement integrated instruction in the elementary grades.  Instruction will focus on instruction of core subjects including language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies.  Students are required to spend at least 60 hours in an assigned classroom. 
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.  Completion of Elementary Education Level 2 courses with a grade of B- or better.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Elementary Education Level 3 and should be taken with EDUC 3115 , EDUC 3280 , EDUC 4300 , EDUC 4320 , EDUC 4330 .
  
  • EDUC 4250 - Second Language Acquisition: Theories and Implementation

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    This course explores second language acquisition processes, current theories, and effective strategies as a knowledge base in planning appropriate curriculum and instruction for English language learners.
  
  • EDUC 4270 - Literacy Strategies for Teaching English Language Learners

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course will examine literacy strategies for English Language Learners.  Teacher candidates will learn how to apply literacy strategies to teach reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, while including culture, to scaffold language development in both the second language and mainstream classrooms.
  
  • EDUC 4300 - Elementary Mathematics Methods

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course includes the study of mathematics methods appropriate for elementary school curriculum with specific emphasis on developmental strategies including the concrete-representational-abstract instructional model. Connections to other subject areas, problem solving, critical thinking skills and real-life situations are stressed.
    Pre-requisite(s): Completion of Elementary Education Level 2 courses with a grade of B- or better.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Elementary Education Level 3 and should be taken with EDUC 3115 , EDUC 3280 , EDUC 4210 , EDUC 4320 , EDUC 4330 .
  
  • EDUC 4310 - Foundations of Cooperative Learning

    Credits: (2)
    This course examines the rational, principles, skills and interaction strategies necessary before implementing Cooperative Learning in the classroom. Emphasis will be upon the basic components of Cooperative Learning, team building, and simple teamwork. Methods and strategies will be demonstrated and will involve active student group participation.
  
  • EDUC 4320 - Elementary Language Arts Methods

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course focuses on methods for language arts instruction in the elementary setting with specific emphasis on writing strategies. Particular emphasis is given to models of research-based instruction of core curriculum in language art.
    Pre-requisite(s): Completion of Elementary Education Level 2 courses with a grade of B- or better.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Elementary Education Level 3 and should be taken with EDUC 3115 , EDUC 3280 , EDUC 4210 , EDUC 4300 , EDUC 4330 .
  
  • EDUC 4330 - Elementary Science Methods

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course focuses on methods and materials for teaching hands-on guided discovery science with an emphasis on concepts included in the Utah core curriculum.
    Pre-requisite(s): Completion of Elementary Education Level 2 courses with a grade of B- or better.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Elementary Education Level 3 and should be taken with EDUC 3115 , EDUC 3280 , EDUC 4210 , EDUC 4300 , EDUC 4320 .
  
  • EDUC 4345 - Elementary Integrated Arts Methods

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course is designed to prepare students to successfully teach art and music in the elementary classroom. Students are expected to design, prepare and teach lessons to engage elementary students in art and music activities.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.  Completion of Elementary Education Level 1 courses with a grade of B- or better.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Elementary Education Level 2 and should be taken with EDUC 3100 , EDUC 3210 , EDUC 3240 , PEP 3620 .
  
  • EDUC 4350 - Elementary Mathematics Pedagogy

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course will focus on the study of appropriate mathematics teaching methods for the Utah core curriculum. Emphasis will be on teaching mathematics for deep conceptual understanding and connections to other subject areas and real life situations. Students will practice teaching mathematics using content from the K-8 Utah Mathematics Core. 
    Pre-requisite(s): EDUC 3230 .
  
  • EDUC 4380 - Student Teaching in Elementary Education

    Credits: (4)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Student teaching experience in elementary public school setting plus weekly seminar on campus. Offered CR/NC only. Can be repeated one time. 
    Pre-requisite(s): EDUC Level 3 (EDUC 3116 , EDUC 3117 , EDUC 3280 , EDUC 4210 , EDUC 4300 , EDUC 4320 , EDUC 4330 ) and permission of Field Experience Director. 
    Suggested Requisite(s): Should be taken concurrently with EDUC 4950  the first time.
  
  • EDUC 4400 - International Education Experiences: Study Abroad

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem

    This is a study abroad course led by two faculty members from Moyes College of Education. The class will visit various kinds of schools, interview teachers, students and parents, as well as study the socio-cultural contexts of a certain country or region.  We expect the learning to occur during the lectures conducted by WSU faculty, the observations of the classes in the schools, visits to the schools and other educational/cultural sites, communications between students and school teachers and administrators in a certain country, as well as reflection sessions led by WSU faculty.  The country covered by this course may change from year to year.  Examples of countries include Nordic countries (Finland, Sweden, and Estonia) or selected South Asian countries (Singapore and Vietnam).
  
  • EDUC 4415 - Content-Based Second Language Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment

    Credits: (3)
    Participants in this course learn to plan curriculum and instruction for dual language and immersion classrooms that combine language and content goals using standards-based and backwards design approaches.  They also learn a range of classroom-based strategies for assessing language and content.
  
  • EDUC 4420 - Foundations of Education of the Gifted

    Credits: (2)
    An overview of education for the gifted and talented; historical and philosophical background; characteristics, needs, and developmental patterns of the gifted; issues in identification, differentiating curriculum, and educational program options; special populations of gifted students.
    Note: This course is not currently offered.
  
  • EDUC 4450 - Creativity and Applied Imagination in the K-12 Classroom

    Credits: (2)
    Exploration and development of readily available personal and community resources to encourage creative thinking, classroom involvement, and transfer of learning.
    Note: This course is not currently offered.
  
  • EDUC 4470 - Teaching for Thinking

    Credits: (2)
    Theory and practice for teaching thinking skills in elementary, middle, and high school classrooms.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education and EDUC 3140  or equivalent.
    Note: This course is not currently offered.
  
  • EDUC 4480 - Differentiated Curriculum for the Gifted and Talented

    Credits: (3)
    Curriculum theories and educational strategies for educating gifted and talented students. A practical course, with special attention to the development of instructional materials appropriate for use by gifted students in special programs as well as in the regular classroom.
    Note: This course is not currently offered.
  
  • EDUC 4490 - Assessment and Evaluation in Education of the Gifted

    Credits: (3)
    Principles of assessment applied to: identification of gifted and talented students including identification of gifted in minority populations, diagnosis of student learning needs, learning styles, evaluation of student progress, and evaluation of program effectiveness.
    Note: This course is not currently offered.
  
  • EDUC 4510 - Foundations in Special Education Practice and Law

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    This course will introduce students to the philosophical, historical, legal and ethical foundations of special education. Students will examine in depth the characteristics of exceptional learners.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education, EDUC 2010 .
  
  • EDUC 4515 - Special Education Law and Practice

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    This course provides students with a broad knowledge and understanding of a wide range of legal issues concerning the provision of special education services to students with disabilities.  A review of pertinent legislation concerning human and constitutional rights related to persons with disabilities will be addressed.  Teachers’ specific responsibilities and liabilities are described and related to current requirements for development of appropriate educational programs.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.
    Co-Requisite(s): This course is part of Special Education Block 2 courses and should be taken with EDUC 3545 , EDUC 3565 , EDUC 3575 , EDUC 4521 , EDUC 4530 .
  
  • EDUC 4520 - Collaboration, Consultation, and IEP Development

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Roles of the special educator and families. IEP development, Least Restrictive environment, managing multidisciplinary team activities and techniques of collaboration and consultation.
    Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education.
  
  • EDUC 4521 - Practicum in Special Education

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    The purpose of this practicum is to provide teacher candidates with opportunities to implement content-specific instruction and demonstrate quality inclusion strategies while working with students in special education. Teacher candidates are required to spend at least 60 hours in an assigned classroom.  
    Pre-requisite(s): Completion of Special Education Block 1 Foundation courses with a grade of B- or better.
    Co-Requisite(s): This course is part of Special Education Block 2 courses and should be taken with EDUC 3545 EDUC 4565 , EDUC 4575 EDUC 4535 EDUC 4530 , EDUC 4580 .
  
  • EDUC 4530 - Principles and Applications of Special Education Assessment

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Administer, score, and interpret norm-referenced assessments instruments, analyze in combination with data from other assessment processes, and use to determine eligibility and develop educational programs.  Requires passing Block 1 with a B- or better.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Special Education Block 3 courses and should be taken with EDUC 4545 , EDUC 4565 , EDUC 4575 , EDUC 4580 .
  
  • EDUC 4535 - Strategic Plan for Disability

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem

    This course is designed to instruct students in methods to successfully facilitate the inclusion of students with disabilities in the general education classroom. Strategies will be given for how to initiate, grow, and sustain, effective collaborative educational environments, utilize specifically designed instruction, and develop targeted accommodations and modifications that can be efficiently delivered in general education environments to create meaningful access for students with disabilities.

  
  • EDUC 4540 - Managing Student Behavior

    Credits: (3)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
    Current issues, practices, and application of a variety of approaches for behavior change, discipline and management of the classroom environment, and the teaching of appropriate social skills.
    Suggested Requisite(s): This course is part of Special Education Block 1 courses and should be taken with EDUC 4521 , EDUC 4530 , EDUC 4550 , EDUC 4560 .
  
  • EDUC 4545 - Individualized Behavioral Strategies using Applied Behavior Analysis

    Credits: (2)
    Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
    This course is designed to teach teacher candidates validated individual behavioral intervention strategies, particularly those designed to meet the needs of students with severe behavioral and social skill deficits. This course will address the needs of those candidates using Applied Behavior Analysis. Candidates will conduct functional assessments and write and implement a function-based behavior intervention plan.
    Pre-requisite(s): Completion of Education Level 2 courses with a grade of B- or better.
    Co-Requisite(s): This course is part of Special Education Block 3 Advanced Methods and should be taken with EDUC 4565 , EDUC 4575 , EDUC 4580 , EDUC 4582 .
 

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