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MBA 6051 - Quantitative Methods II (3)
This course will build on the first foundation course on descriptive statistics by emphasizing inferential statistics. This course will be application oriented and will focus on hypothesis testing and regression analysis. Students will learn how to design a survey and evaluate the data in order to test theories learned in other MBA classes. Students will also learn basic concepts and methods of optimization using elementary concepts in differential calculus. Additional foundation course work in statistics may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6050 , or equivalent course in statistics.
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MBA 6110 - Tools for the Ethical Manager (3)
This course is designed to be taken at the beginning of formal course work in the MBA program. Students will explore various aspects of moral reasoning and apply these concepts to common ethical issues faced in business. Students will work individually and in groups to explore issues of personal values, self-awareness, teamwork, communication, managing differences, and career management. Students in this course will be introduced to analytical, communication, and technological tools used throughout the program.
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MBA 6120 - Organizational Behavior (3)
This is a course for graduate students who have already been exposed to the principles of management and organizational behavior and who are now seeking a more advanced preparation for the behavioral role of the manager. It offers a critical review of the factors that influence behavior within the organizational setting. Behavioral concepts are emphasized which particularly relate to group dynamics, interpersonal relations, and ultimately, organizational effectiveness. In short, this course deals with the human aspects of management–the kinds of problems most frequently experienced in day-to-day interaction with others. The format will include discussions, group and individual exercises, case studies, and student reports.
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MBA 6130 - Financial Management (3)
Financial Management is a detailed presentation of the practices, techniques, and applications of theory in corporate finance. The focus is an understanding of how companies operate and acquire the tools necessary to analyze and evaluate corporate financial policies. Cases and applied research in the form of outside readings will assist students to focus on key issues. The purpose of the course is to assist current and prospective managers in making better investment and financing decisions. The course addresses (1) the investment decision (capital budgeting) as well as (2) the financing decision. Class discussion and cases will focus on capital budgeting and specifically on the establishment of goals, development of strategy, identification of investment opportunities, evaluation of projects, implementation of projects, and the monitoring processes. Shareholder wealth maximization is the standard for determining why one decision is “better” than another. The ethical considerations of wealth maximization will also be addressed. Additional foundation course work in accounting and statistics may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6020 , MBA 6050 & MBA 6051 , or equivalent courses in accounting and statistics.
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MBA 6140 - Marketing Management (3)
This course centers on creating customer value profitability in competitive markets. In an integrative fashion, it covers analyzing customer needs and preferences; estimating market potential; assessing market opportunities and threats in view of the focal company’s and its competitors’ resources and capabilities; developing market and marketing strategies; making astute product, pricing, distribution, and promotion decisions; and measuring marketing performance. Pedagogical vehicles include lectures, reading assignments, and case-based discussions and reports.
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MBA 6150 - Operations/Supply Chain Management (3)
“Manufacturing of the future will be required to meet customer-driven demand instantaneously.” The future is now! The requirements for faster response, more customer input, and greater product variety have not diminished, but instead have escalated. This course builds upon basic production and operations management knowledge to meet the needs of customers generated in today’s global market. It is designed to enhance the student’s understanding of how to analyze problems related to design, planning, control, and improvement of manufacturing and service operations. Topics include, but are not limited to, supply chain management, materials management, production planning and control, scheduling, capacity and facilities planning, manufacturing strategy, and global operations. Additional foundation course work in statistics may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6050 & MBA 6051 , or equivalent courses in statistics.
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MBA 6160 - Applications of Decision Models (3)
This course presents a rigorous treatment of quantitative decision-making with emphasis on data collection, analysis, and model building. This course emphasizes experience in structuring realistic business problems, collecting data, developing an appropriate model for analysis, and interpreting and defending results. A number of cases are employed. Additional foundation course work in statistics may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6050 & MBA 6051 , or equivalent courses in statistics.
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MBA 6170 - Corporate Communications (3)
The focus of this course is to develop an integrated corporate communications program in organizations which will provide effective communication both to internal and external stakeholders. Among the topics to be discussed are corporate image and identity, corporate advertising and advocacy, media relations, marketing, communication, financial communication, community relations, corporate philanthropy, government affairs and crisis communication. Attention will also be given to effective communication internally through various methods, such as meetings, programs and publications.
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MBA 6180 - Strategic Management (3)
This course takes a broad view of the entire organization. In some instances, the organization will have one line of business. In other cases, the organization may be a large diversified corporation with many lines of business. We will examine the strategic issues facing diversified corporations including: vertical integration, diversification into related and unrelated businesses, and operating synergies. Prerequisite: MBA 6130 , MBA 6140 , MBA 6150 .
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MBA 6210 - Management Accounting and Control (3)
This course is designed to introduce the student to the concepts and procedures of managerial accounting through readings and case studies. The course emphasizes the use of accounting data in the decision-making process by internal decision-makers (e.g., management), rather than external decision-makers (e.g., stockholders, investors, creditors, and regulatory bodies). The course topics include cost terms and concepts, job-order costing, activity-based costing, quality management, cost behavior, cost-volume-profit analysis, profit planning, relevant costs, capital budgeting, cost allocation, and pricing. Additional foundation course work in accounting may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6020 , or equivalent courses in accounting.
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MBA 6310 - Information Technology in the Enterprise (3)
Information technology from an enterprise perspective with an orientation toward the management of technology for competitive/ strategic advantage. Managers will be increasingly responsible for making decisions with respect to implementing new technology. This course will provide the background knowledge to enable managers in traditional business units to function as full participants in decisions involving the purchase and application of technology to create a business advantage.
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MBA 6340 - Strategic Aerospace Management (3)
Within the context of the aerospace industry, students will be taught about creating client value, setting strategic direction, and leading through change for the purpose of establishing competitive advantages.
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MBA 6350 - Continuous Process Improvement in Aerospace Management (3)
Within the context of the aerospace industry, students will be taught vital principles and practices of continuous process improvement that are relevant in maintaining operational excellence and ensuring product quality all throughout the value chain.
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MBA 6360 - Aerospace Program Management (3)
Within the context of the aerospace industry, students will be taught how to manage change across multiple projects using program management techniques. In organizations in which multiple strategic initiatives as well as continuous improvement projects are ongoing, understanding how to successfully plan and execute is vital.
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MBA 6410 - Global Macroeconomic Conditions (3)
This course will focus on the impact of global macroeconomic conditions on firm decision-making. To review and analyze current macroeconomic topics, a theoretical framework is developed, from the start showing the linkages among national economies. This framework is used to analyze and forecast business cycles, interest rates, exchange rates, causes of trade deficits, short- and long-term consequences of fiscal and monetary policy decisions, and the globalization of financial markets. Examples from different countries are used to enhance knowledge of the world economy. Additional foundation course work in economics may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6040 , or equivalent course in economics.
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MBA 6420 - The Economics of Industry (3)
This course will focus on the behavior of the individual firm in different market settings, competitive and imperfectly competitive. We are concerned with the strategic behavior of firms under different industry structures as they struggle with the pressures of competition. Students will study how differing levels of the firm’s market power impacts pricing and output policies, product differentiation, and barriers to entry. In addition, the student will learn the basics of game theory and use it to analyze the strategic behavior of firms. Topics will include different types of pricing strategies including price discrimination, pricing of product lines, predatory pricing, peak load pricing, and entry deterrence. Issues of non-price competition such as research and development, information, externalities, moral hazard, and firm structure will also be discussed. The course includes both supplemental readings designed to illustrate real-world applications of the theoretical principles developed as well as in-class experiments in strategic behavior designed to illustrate certain theoretical conclusions. Additional foundation course work in economics may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6040 , or equivalent course in economics.
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MBA 6430 - International Marketing (3)
The course provides foundational knowledge and practical application of international marketing principles and practices so as to prepare participants for entry-level marketing positions in the global context.
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MBA 6440 - Strategic Leadership (3)
This course will expose students to the strategic nature of leadership. Students will evaluate and discuss key principles and frameworks of leadership through the case method. Students will study leadership styles, situational leadership, personal leadership, and power & influence, as they relate to strategy.
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MBA 6450 - Leadership Through People Skills (3)
This course will provide a highly applied introduction to the interpersonal dynamics of leading and motivating others. Emphasis will be placed on the development and acquisition of key behaviors, skills, techniques and mental models for influencing others through sound people skills. By means of hands-on application, role-playing and “learning-by-doing” activities, students will learn to listen for understanding and insight; gain commitment rather than compliance; manage conflict; adapt their style to different people; apply influence skills in all directions; and develop insights into their impact on others.
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MBA 6510 - Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management (3)
This course engages class participants in a detailed study of the practices, techniques, policies and applications of theory in investments. Emphasis will be on an understanding of security markets, analysis, asset allocation, portfolio management and evaluation. Students will examine and apply investment tools and evaluate financial policies. Cases and applied research in the form of outside readings will assist students to focus on key issues and current topics. Course work in finance may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6130 .
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MBA 6520 - International Business Field Studies (3)
This course integrates international travel and site visits with the study of international business topics. Through readings, assignments, discussions, and visits to important business and cultural sites in the destination countries, the course builds understanding and competence in international business practices and managing across cultures. This course entails travel expenses beyond regular tuition and may be repeated when offered to a different world region.
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MBA 6530 - E-Business (3)
The Internet has become an important influence in the world. Business on the internet, in terms of operations, marketing, security, etc., has increased concomitantly in influence. This course will provide a foundation for understanding the possibilities and potential pitfalls for doing e-business.
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MBA 6540 - Negotiations (3)
The purpose of this course is to provide opportunities for class participants to develop their negotiating abilities for use in organizational and other settings. The course is premised on the assumption that negotiating concepts are best learned through practice which is grounded in rigorous analysis and reflection. While theoretical principles and concepts from various reference disciplines (such as social psychology, sociology, and economics) will be presented through lectures and readings, this course will focus primarily on improving practical skills. Class participants will not only learn to enhance their individual abilities in dyadic and group situations, but also to analyze contexts for the most effective application of these skills.
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MBA 6550 - Managing and Improving Quality (3)
This course examines how organizations can gain competitive advantage by improving the quality and productivity of their business processes, manufactured goods and service outputs. Customer-focused approaches for designing, controlling and improving processes are emphasized, together with other concepts and approaches of quality management. Specific topics include process analysis, problem-solving methods, variability and statistical process control, performance measurement, and quality management systems. Guest lectures from industry professionals, experiential learning exercises and cases from manufacturing and service industries will assist students in understanding key issues and current topics. Prerequisite: MBA 6050 & MBA 6051 , or equivalent courses in statistics.
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MBA 6560 - Business/Market Planning Using Online Resources (3)
In this hands-on project-oriented course, students learn to (1) develop and write effective business/marketing plans and (2) use online resources to gather pertinent market, competitor, and environmental information. Students may develop a business/marketing plan for an existing business or for a potential start-up of interest to them. Alternatively, they may write a business/marketing plan and conduct requisite research and data analyses for a business suggested by the course instructor. Learning is facilitated primarily via practical discovery exercises, an extensive term project, and coaching. Although lectures and reading assignments serve to convey essential background knowledge, especially during the first half of the course, much class time is devoted to working on plans in teams under the instructor’s guidance.
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MBA 6580 - Project Management (3)
This course is a study of topics involved with managing projects. It examines the roles and skills of the project manager and the project office. Students will study the phases of the project life cycle, specifically the activities, requirements, methodologies, and tools common in project management.
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MBA 6590 - Strategic Business Tax Planning (3)
This course examines tax strategy and planning topics related to making important business decisions. The course addresses business formations, operations, terminations, reorganizations, acquisitions, and divisions. The course also covers tax issues related to multi-state and multi-national business transactions. Unique issues related to executive compensation, partnerships, limited liability companies, S corporations and C corporations are also addressed. Prerequisite: MBA 6010 or equivalent course in business law; MBA 6020 or equivalent courses in accounting.
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MBA 6630 - Networking & Information Systems (3) F
This course covers the role of networking technology in information systems. Through hands-on and conceptual knowledge, students will learn how data communications and networks are used to facilitate decentralized and distributed systems in support of decision making. Various aspects of networking including standards, media, network design and applications will be covered. Students will gain hands-on familiarity with a local area network and the Internet. Prerequisite: Admittance to MACC, MBA or MHA program.
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MBA 6640 - Information Assurance in the Enterprise (3) Sp
This course covers the basic principles and concepts in information assurance. It examines the managerial, operational, and organizational issues of securing information systems. Topics include legal and ethical issues in computer security; privacy concerns; malware; security awareness at the executive, technical and user levels; physical security, personnel security issues; policies and procedures; the need for enterprise security awareness; and the need for an enterprise security organization. Case studies and exercises in the computer lab will be used to provide examples of the need for organizations to develop security procedures and policies. Prerequisite: Admittance to MACC, MBA or MHA program.
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MBA 6680 - Graduate Consulting Project (3) F, Sp
Graduate students are given the opportunity to consult with an existing organization, make recommendations for improvements, and assist in implementing changes in the organization. Students meet periodically with supervising faculty to review results. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
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MBA 6700 - Managing for Environmental Sustainability (3)
This course explores how business organizations can address environmental issues to meet societal needs and create competitive advantages. Emphasis is placed on understanding the impacts of businesses on the natural environment; identifying the opportunities for businesses to align their strategies and practices toward more sustainable business models; and using various methods and tools for measuring and improving the environmental performance of individual business organizations and the business system as a whole. Major topics include frameworks for understanding business and environmental sustainability; innovation, design and assessment of green products/services; green marketing issues; green purchasing; environmental management systems; operations and supply chain management issues for environmental sustainability. Prerequisite: Admission to MBA program; or graduate standing with permission of the MBA program.
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MBA 6710 - Accounting and Finance for Environmental Sustainability (3)
This course will expose MBA students to contemporary accounting and finance thought on environmental sustainability. The course will be divided into accounting and finance modules. The focus of the accounting module will include measurement and reporting of the environmental sustainability of business practices. The focus of the finance module will include capital budgeting for sustainability, financial assessment of sustainable business practices, and investing in environmental sustainability.
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MBA 6720 - Environmental Economics for Sustainable Business (3)
Environmental economics considers the efficient and equitable use of society’s scarce environmental resources. Environmental resources include air, water, land, wildlife, biodiversity, and ecological systems. The allocation of environmental resources will be considered from different perspectives: (1) market allocations; (2) efficient allocations; (3) equitable allocations; and (4) government attempts to allocate these resources efficiently. Topics of the course include property rights, market failures, benefit-cost analysis, welfare economics, non-market valuation, environmental regulation, and sustainable development and business practices. Emphasis will be placed on the impacts on the firm resulting from environmental problems and regulations; and on sustainable business practices. Prerequisite: MBA 6040 , MBA 6051 or equivalent.
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MBA 6730 - Consulting Project in Environmental Sustainability (3)
Graduate students are given the opportunity to consult with an existing organization, evaluate sustainable business practices, make recommendations for improvements, and assist in implementing changes in the organization. Students meet periodically with supervising faculty to review results. Prerequisite: Instructor approval and MBA 6700 , MBA 6710 , and MBA 6720 .
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MBA 6740 - Principles of Contract Management (3)
Students will gain an overview of the fundamentals of contract management from the development of acquisition requirements, solicitation/proposal, negotiation, contract formation, contract performance, and contract closeout. Learn the basics of what it takes to solicit, procure, negotiate and administer contracts and subcontracts while gaining a broad understanding of business principles to establish long-term relationships with customers, suppliers and other stakeholders. Explore an insider’s view of the roles and responsibilities of contract administrators and the various interfaces with program management and other internal disciplines. Learn how to identify the basic differences between contract types and how they are selected to mitigate risk in a contractual environment, as well as exploring the key distinctions between commercial, government and international contracting processes.
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MBA 6750 - Financial Aspects of Contract Management (3)
Within the context of contract management, students will learn how to structure cash flow through financial methods that include invoice timing, pricing, overhead considerations, advance payments, letters of credit and other financial sources. Gain a comprehensive knowledge of accounting systems, budgeting, reporting, auditing and settlements. Enhance the profitability of your business through prudent contracting financial practices.
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MBA 6760 - Legal Aspects of Contract Management (3)
Within the context of contract management, students will gain a working knowledge of stakeholder requirements, applicable common law, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and other local, state and federal regulations and law that must be adhered to throughout the contract management process. Students will learn the legal aspects of contract management with an emphasis on real world, day-to-day application. Students will explore all phases of managing an approved contract successfully through completion of performance including change management, communications, negotiations, contract types, terms and conditions, risks, defaults, terminations, claims and much more. Students will participate in projects and discussions to rapidly enhance knowledge and proficiency in contract management in order to apply classroom concepts in the workplace.
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MBA 6800 - Directed Study (1-3)
Directed individual study and research on special topics related to business. May be repeated for a cumulative total of three credits. Prerequisite: Written approval of MBA program and instructor.
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MCJ 6100 - Contemporary Criminal Justice (3)
Course provides an analysis of the policies and practices of agencies of the criminal justice system including the police, prosecution, courts and corrections. Additionally, the latest technology and developments in the field of criminal justice will be addressed.
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MCJ 6110 - Research Methods in Criminal Justice (3)
Course teaches quantitative and qualitative research design, data collection and analysis techniques, and research presentation and dissemination methods. Descriptive and inferential statistics will be covered as well as basic computer applications in criminal justice.
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MCJ 6120 - Theories of Crime and Delinquency (3)
Course focuses on a review of classical and current theories of criminology and delinquency and the underlying assumptions of each. Advancements in profiling and classification as well as other applications of theoretical models will be studied.
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MCJ 6130 - Law and Social Control (3)
Course focuses on the nature of law and legal institutions and the relationships between law and social control. Concepts of law and justice from the perspectives of its effects on the American criminal justice system will be investigated as well as the public policy concerns of laws and their relationship to our society.
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MCJ 6140 - Technology and Innovation in Criminal Justice (3)
Course explores the latest developments in technology and innovations in criminal justice. Included will be current developments in forensic science, i.e. DNA and the use of computer applications in criminal justice. Specific topics will be adjusted as new technologies arrive. Emphasis will be on impact and management rather than the strict science of the protocols.
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MCJ 6150 - Diversity Issues in Criminal Justice (3)
Course will sensitize and educate criminal justice professionals to issues of diversity. It explores the cross-cultural contact that criminal justice professionals have with citizens, victims, suspects, and co-workers, and the influence of culture, race and gender in the criminal justice field.
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MCJ 6160 - Seminar: Criminal Justice Policy Analysis (3)
Course focuses on crime as a political issue and examines how conflicting political philosophies influence criminal justice policy. Emphasis will be placed on how decisions in politics affect criminal justice organizations and how these decisions can be influenced by executive managers.
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MCJ 6170 - Seminar: Juvenile Justice (3)
Course examines the origins and development of the juvenile justice system with particular emphasis on the current policies and practices of the agencies which process young offenders through the juvenile system. Course examines a variety of political initiatives designed to reduce the jurisdiction of the juvenile court, enhance the due process rights of juveniles, and create a more punitive approach in the juvenile justice system.
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MCJ 6180 - Seminar: Contemporary Legal Issues (3)
This course exposes students to current law impacting criminal justice professionals. Topics will change depending upon current legal developments, but will include the general areas of corrections, law enforcement, employment, civil liability and criminal procedure.
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MCJ 6190 - Legal Foundations of Criminal Justice (3)
Broad survey of foundational legal topics relevant to criminal justice, including: criminal law, search and seizure, bail, right to counsel, self-incrimination, lineups, responsibilities of courtroom legal actors, speedy trial, impartial jury, plea bargaining, double jeopardy, sentencing law, inmate rights, juvenile law, death penalty law, and basic rules of evidence.
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MCJ 6210 - Seminar: Judicial Administration (3)
Course exposes students to the dynamics of the American criminal courthouse. Students will examine how defense attorneys, defendants, prosecutors, judges, juries and others interact and contribute to America’s version of criminal case disposition. Course also examines the mechanics of criminal case processing, as well as how the court system is supposed to work, how it really does work, and the implications for American democracy.
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MCJ 6220 - Seminar: Contemporary Law Enforcement (3)
From the response and investigation of crimes committed, to the theory and practice involved in crime prevention, this course studies the development, theory, history and contemporary organizational structure of America’s law enforcement organizations.
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MCJ 6230 - Seminar: Contemporary Corrections (3)
Course provides an analysis of critical problems confronting contemporary adult corrections agencies. Course examines the problems of institutions, the affect of judicial intervention in corrections, alternatives to incarceration, and the political milieu in which this occurs.
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MCJ 6240 - Criminal Justice Planning, Budgeting, and Evaluation (3)
Course focuses on the planning, budgeting, and evaluation process in criminal justice organizations. Course examines both strategic and policy planning issues to include establishing organizational goals, budgeting, program implementation, evaluation and review.
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MCJ 6250 - Topics in Criminal Justice (1-3) Variable Title
Course focuses on a special issue or topic in criminal justice. A new topic/issue will be selected each time the course is offered.
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MCJ 6255 - Great Thoughts in Criminal Justice (3)
This course explores the broader context of criminal justice studies and concepts through the writings of significant authors and thinkers. Readings will focus on subjects such as justice, punishment, law and social control. Students will be expected to read extensively and participate in analysis and discussion. (May be repeated once for a total of 6 hours.)
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MCJ 6260 - Graduate Readings (3)
Course allows the student to examine the scholarly literature on a subject of special interest under the supervision of faculty. Reading list and accompanying assignments must be approved by the supervising faculty member. Periodic progress meetings will be scheduled throughout the semester.
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MCJ 6270 - Project (3)
Course provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research in criminal justice or complete a project in a criminal justice agency. Methods learned in the masters program will be applied.
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MCJ 6810 - Experimental Course (1-3)
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MCJ 6920 - Workshops and Conference (1-3)
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MED 6000 - Fundamentals of Graduate Study (2)
Review of program goals, policies, and procedures in the MED program. Introduction to the library, campus writing lab, and word processing facilities. A process for scholarly and professional writing will be covered as well as style, form, documentation, support, organization, and a number of other topics to help develop writing confidence for graduate work.
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MED 6010 - Advanced Historical Foundations (2)
Study of the relationship of contemporary schooling issues to historical practices and philosophies.
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MED 6020 - Diversity in Education (2)
Topics in this course will include issues related to differences among groups of people and individuals based on ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, gender, exceptionalities, language, religion, sexual orientation, and geographical area as they impact teaching and learning.
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MED 6030 - Advanced Educational Psychology (2)
Educational applications of principles and theories of psychology, human behavior, personality development and learning. Prerequisite: (Recommended) MED 6080 .
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MED 6050 - Curriculum Design, Evaluation & Assessment (3)
An overview of the theories of curriculum development as well as a practical appraisal of curriculum design, implementation, evaluation and assessment. Prerequisite: (Recommended) MED 6080 .
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MED 6060 - Instructional Strategies (2)
This methods course will include organizing and universal teaching strategies that can accommodate the variety of learning contexts and content that is taught to a diverse audience of learners. Prerequisite: (Recommended) MED 6080 .
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MED 6080 - Conducting Educational Research (3) F, Sp
Students learn to locate and interpret educational research, and to apply research methods to their own education issues. Prerequisite: MED 6000 . (Only taught fall and spring)
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MED 6085 - Developing a Project Proposal (1)
This course is designed to help students develop a Master’s project proposal that is carefully researched and professionally written. Prerequisite: MED 6030 , MED 6050 , MED 6060 , MED 6080 , and Graduate Committee formed.
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MED 6090 - Master’s Project (3)
Development of a master’s project is often related to a student’s work assignment. Student must have a signed proposal and department permission to register. Prerequisite: MED 6085 .
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MED 6091 - Graduate Synthesis (1)
A review and synthesis of the program and its course work. The course includes opportunity to work with the development of personal portfolios. Prerequisite: All core requirements completed; Master’s Project Proposal committee-approved, and Master’s Project Report completed or in progress. Student must have a signed proposal and program approval to register. Prerequisite: MED 6085 .
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MED 6110 - Introduction to Classroom Management (3)
This course serves as an introduction to classroom management for those who have not had classroom experience or have been hired by a school district on a “letter of authorization,” (hired without a license). The focus will be on current issues, methodology, and application of a variety of approaches for behavior change, discipline, and management of diverse learners in the context of classroom environments. Classroom management as a function of good teaching will be examined. This course or MED 6120 is required for licensure.
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MED 6120 - Advanced Classroom Management (3)
Eclectic review of the popular teacher-pupil interaction models as they are classified into ideological camps and effect, and management and strategies for the classroom. This course or MED 6110 is required for licensure.
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MED 6130 - Topic in Education: (i.e., School Finance, Teaching for Inquiry, etc.) (1-3)
This course explores a topic receiving current attention by educators and the public and deemed worthy of in-depth study. Credit will be determined by the nature of the topic.
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MED 6140 - Adolescent Development (2)
Study of physical, mental, social, and psychological characteristics of adolescents, their needs and problems, and methods of working with those who have behavior problems.
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MED 6150 - Action Research in the Classroom (2)
Students will explore effective classroom-based research techniques, complete classroom-based research projects, and engage in ongoing application of action research for the improvement of teaching practice.
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MED 6160 - Effective Mentoring in the Classroom (2)
Course will cover strategies for effectively mentoring student teachers and novice teachers by expert teachers. Expectations for the course include journal keeping, writing assignments, and mentoring project.
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MED 6180 - Teaching Interpersonal Skills (2)
Study and application of interpersonal skills leading to the application and teaching of selected techniques and systems in the classroom.
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MED 6200 - Current Trends in Early Childhood Education (3) variable title
A variable title advanced course in Early Childhood Education (birth through age eight) based upon examination of the current trends in curriculum and instruction for young children. When this number is used it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title, i.e. literacy, math, science.
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MED 6210 - School Law (3)
Considers the rights and responsibilities of students, teachers, and other educational practitioners. Relates these to school programs and operations as determined by state and federal constitutions, laws, and court decisions.
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MED 6220 - Current Problems in Education (3)
A survey course which identifies and gives opportunity to research current problems in education at national, state, and local levels. Solutions and responses are developed from the research to address problems.
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MED 6230 - Instructional Technology for Teachers (3)
Designed for students who have had a prior introduction to technology. Topics could include classroom applications of technology, software evaluations, and technology integration.
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MED 6240 - Foundations of Teaching for Cultural and Language Differences (2)
This course will address the nature of pluralism in American Society, including but not limited to exploration of multiculturalism, bilingualism, first and second language acquisition and instructional strategies. Establishes the core foundations for valuing diversity.
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MED 6250 - Second Language Acquisition: Theories and Implementation (3)
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.
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MED 6270 - Literacy Strategies for Teaching English Language Learners (3)
Teaching strategies for English language development and content area instruction.
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MED 6280 - Family and Community Involvement in Education (2)
Examination of methods which would facilitate the interaction between the parent/community and the teacher/school through reciprocal communication, home-based involvement, school-based involvement and decision making. Special emphasis will be given to the importance of parental involvement in the education of second language learners.
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MED 6300 - Conducting Qualitative Research (3)
Designed as an introduction to the philosophy, theory, and methodology of qualitative research. This course is a companion course to MED 6080 , Conducting Educational Research. Special emphasis is placed on designing qualitative research proposals for master’s degree projects.
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MED 6311 - Content Instruction in the Elementary School: Science (2) Su
Explores new concepts in curriculum and methods of science instruction in the elementary schools. This course is required for elementary licensure.
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MED 6312 - Content Instruction in the Elementary School: Mathematics (2) Sp
Explores new concepts in curriculum and methods of mathematics instruction in the elementary schools. This course is required for elementary licensure.
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MED 6313 - Content Instruction in the Elementary School: Social Studies (2)
Explores new concepts in curriculum and methods of social studies instruction in the elementary schools. This course is required for elementary licensure.
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MED 6314 - Reading Instruction in Elementary Schools (2) F
An exploration of current research theories and their pedagogical implications related to teaching vocabulary, reading comprehension, fluency, phonics, and phonemic awareness in elementary school classrooms. This course is required for elementary licensure.
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MED 6316 - Language Arts Instruction in Elementary Schools (2) Sp
Students will explore theory, instructional methodology, and activities for supporting students in developing expertise in the essential skills of communication: listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and visually representing. This course is required for elementary licensure.
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MED 6320 - Content Area Literacy Instruction (3)
Use of reading as an effective means to help students comprehend their course material. Explores how to incorporate these skills into the curriculum of the content areas. This course is required for secondary licensure.
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MED 6330 - Using Children’s Literature and Informational Text in the Classroom (2)
This course will provide a broad basis for using children’s literature for instructional purposes in elementary classrooms to enhance literacy development.
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MED 6340 - Reading Assessment and Instructional Interventions (3)
Assessment of reading problems and corrective procedures for remediation in elementary classrooms.
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MED 6350 - Reading Comprehension Instruction (3)
An exploration of current research theories and their pedagogical implications related to teaching vocabulary, reading comprehension, and metacognition. This course is required for the Level 1 Reading Endorsement.
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MED 6352 - Early Literacy Instruction (K-6) (2)
The purpose of this course is to focus on the research on emergent and early literacy development so that teachers may construct well-designed, appropriate literacy learning environments, and experiences for young language learners. Because this is an advanced course, students will be expected to have a reading background in early literacy. This course is required for the Level 1 Reading Endorsement.
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MED 6353 - Understanding and Supporting Reading Development (grades 6-12) (3) every other semester
This course is to help practicing secondary teachers acquire skills and strategies to support struggling readers. Specifically, this course will provide teachers with a systematic and ongoing approach to classroom intervention to prevent continued failure in reading. Required for the Level 1 Basic Secondary Reading Endorsement.
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MED 6354 - Literacy Leadership and Professional Development (2)
This course is designed to increase understanding of the administration and supervision of school literacy programs. Major topics will include: professional development, school/community relations, mentoring partnerships, student diversity, curriculum evaluation and development, and assessment. This course is required for the Reading Specialist Endorsement. Prerequisite: Basic Reading Endorsement.
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MED 6355 - Research in Reading (3)
This course will engage students in studying and understanding primary research documents in reading. Students will be guided to explore both classical and contemporary reading research studies. Students will also be instructed in basic research techniques in reading. This course is required for the Reading Specialist Endorsement. Prerequisite: Level 1 Basic Reading Endorsement.
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MED 6356 - Internship in Reading (3)
This course is a field-based experience designed to give students an opportunity to work with curriculum and school leaders for improving reading instruction on a district or school level. Prerequisite: Level I Basic Reading Endorsement, MED 6355 , MED 6354 . The course is graded Credit/No Credit.
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MED 6360 - Foundations of Literacy (3)
An exploration of current reading, oral and written language theories, and their applications for the improvement of literacy practices in schools.
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MED 6380 - Values Education (3)
Designed for teachers, administrators, parents and community leaders. Examines the developmental processes of socialization and moral development. Four separate approaches of values education are evaluated.
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