Jun 25, 2024  
2019-2020 General Catalog 
    
2019-2020 General Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG–FOR INFORMATION ONLY]

Course Descriptions


See Course Description Information  for SUU practices on course prefixes and numbering.

 

Dance

  
  • DANC 2541 - Dance Practicum


    1 Credit(s)

    This course provides students an opportunity to work under directors, designers, or choreographers to gain performance or production experience. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 2

    Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll

  
  • DANC 2542 - Dance Practicum


    2 Credit(s)

    This course provides students an opportunity to work under directors, designers, or choreographers to gain performance or production experience. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 4

    Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll

  
  • DANC 2920 - Dance Workshop


    1 Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (Fall, Spring) [Pass/Fail]

    Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll

  
  • DANC 3010 - Rhythmic Form and Analysis


    3 Credit(s)

    Analysis of rhythmic structure relative to movement through the study of elements of music and music structures: sight reading, note values, reading, and writing metric patterns. Practical exploration of rhythmic properties of pulse, meter, tempo, beat, accent, mood, intensity, and phrases with application to movement/dance principles. (Spring - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3050 - Dance Kinesiology


    3 Credit(s)

    Examines the science of human motion in support of the art of dance. This study is applied to the facilitation of excellence in dance performance and the reduction of injuries. (Spring - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1020   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3070 - Dance for Musical Theatre II


    2 Credit(s)

    This course will lead the advanced musical theatre student through dance styles and technique as executed through the lens of character and storytelling for the professional musical theatre. (Spring - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 2070   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3090 - Jazz Dance III


    2 Credit(s)

    Advanced study of jazz technique. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 2090 or DANC 2500   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 6

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3120 - Tap Dance III


    1 Credit(s)

    Intermediate level of tap dance technique. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 3

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3130 - Pointe


    1 Credit(s)

    Instruction in the proper fit and technique of pointe shoes in classical ballet. Practical exercises and combinations for the furthering of pointe technique of the intermediate-to-advanced student. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3150 - Classical Ballet V


    2 Credit(s)

    Continued development of classical ballet technique at the intermediate level, extending the vocabulary and technical proficiency from level IV. Additional emphasis will be placed on musicality and performance quality. Admission by placement. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 2150  and DANC 2170   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 6

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3160 - Modern Dance V


    2 Credit(s)

    Continuing exploration of contemporary dance technique at an intermediate level with emphasis on more complex movement phrasing, rhythmic variation, and use of space. Admission by placement. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 2160  and DANC 2180   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 6

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3170 - Classical Ballet VI


    2 Credit(s)

    Continued development of classical ballet technique at the high-intermediate level, extending the vocabulary, technical proficiency, musicality, and performance qualities of level V. Additional emphasis will be placed on examining fluidity of movement phrasing and ballet styles. Admission by placement. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 2150  and DANC 2170  and DANC 3150   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 6

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3180 - Modern Dance VI


    2 Credit(s)

    Continuing exploration of contemporary dance technique at an upper-intermediate level with emphasis on more complex movement phrasing, rhythmic variation, and use of space. Admission by placement. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 2160  and DANC 2180  and DANC 3160   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 6

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3270 - Advanced Ballroom Dance


    1 Credit(s)

    This course will further students’ knowledge of and ability in International Latin and Standard Ballroom Dance and teach them skills to actively participate in dance as a lifetime activity. Students will be taught Samba, Cha Cha, Rumba, Tango, and Waltz at an advanced level. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 2270   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 4

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3450 - Dance Repertory


    2 Credit(s)

    This course utilizes various disciplines and works towards professional standards in both technique and performance. Each year, the instructor will select excerpts from different forms, genres, and styles of dance repertoire to develop students’ ability as performance artists. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 2150  and DANC 2170   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 8

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3500 - Dance History


    3 Credit(s)

    A conceptual and historical examination of dance as part of the human experience from its historical roots to its present status in a variety of cultures. (Fall - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3510 - Dance Composition I


    2 Credit(s)

    Elements of space, time, and qualities of movement are basis for improvisational and compositional study. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 2080   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3530 - Dance Composition II


    2 Credit(s)

    This course will aid the student to further develop elements of dance composition, utilization of phrasing, abstraction, and motif development. Motif development incorporating small group studies. Emphasis on improvisation. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 2080  and DANC 3510   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3900 - Creative Movement for Children


    1.5 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to provide resources and strategies to introduce creative movement into an elementary education curriculum. It will provide material for movement, organization techniques, and suggestions for guiding children through creative exploration and discoveries through movement. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 3950 - Methods in Performing Arts Education


    3 Credit(s)

    Introduction to methods and theories in teaching dance and theatre arts. Pedagogic theory, organizational techniques, unit/lesson plan development, assessment, and technology in the classroom will be studied. (Fall - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 3900   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 4120 - Tap Dance IV


    1 Credit(s)

    Intermediate/advanced level of tap dance technique. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 3

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 4150 - Advanced Classical Ballet


    2 Credit(s)

    Continued development of classical ballet technique at the advanced level, extending the growth in technical proficiency, musicality, fluidity, style, and examining the proper structure of a ballet technique class. Admission by placement. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 2150  and DANC 2170  and DANC 3150  and DANC 3170   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 6

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 4160 - Advanced Modern Dance


    2 Credit(s)

    Continuing development of contemporary dance technique at an advanced level with emphasis on refining performance quality, depth of physicality, dramatic expression, and individual style. Admission by placement. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 2160  and DANC 2180  and DANC 3160  and DANC 3180   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 6

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 4300 - Dance Ensemble


    2 Credit(s)

    Enrollment by audition. Advanced study in ensemble performance. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 16

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 4500 - Dance History II/Criticism


    3 Credit(s)

    This course provides an in-depth view of theatrical dance from the 20th-21st centuries with artistic trends explored and critiqued. This is an intensive writing, dance-viewing, and discussion course where students develop perspectives of critical analysis of the artistic process and aesthetics. (Spring - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 4530 - Principles of Choreography


    2 Credit(s)

    This course presents the theory and practice of choreography with the focus of integrating concepts of dance and technology. Different types of computer applications with dance composition provide a broad overview as a springboard for further exploration in choreography. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 2080  and DANC 3510  and DANC 3530   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 4640 - Special Projects in Dance


    1 Credit(s) 3 Maximum Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 4890 - Internship


    2 Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 4900 - Advanced Methods in Dance Education


    2 Credit(s)

    Advanced methods and theories in teaching dance in secondary schools. Organizational techniques, unit/lesson plan development, and assessment will be studied. Primary focus is on practical instruction. (Fall - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Co-requisite(s): DANC 4915  

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 4915 - Advanced Methods in Dance Education Lab


    1 Credit(s)

    Lab for DANC 4900 . Practical instruction in course design, including curriculum mapping, syllabus design, unit and lesson design, classroom management, and practical application of teaching methods. (Fall - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Co-requisite(s): DANC 4900  

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 3900 and DANC 3950 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 4980 - Student Teaching


    2 Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • DANC 5892 - Internship


    2 Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]

    Registration Restriction(s): None


Early Childhood Education

  
  • ECED 3920 - Foundations in Early Childhood Education


    3 Credit(s)

    History and philosophy of early childhood education, recent trends, learning environments, and programs for the education of children from birth to eight (8) years. Develops collaborative teaming skills and ability to work with community leaders, agencies, businesses, and others in promoting children’s learning. Focus on parent involvement and family/community relations. This course requires a two-hour per week practicum in addition to class time. (Fall, Spring, As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): Elementary Education majors (admission to Education Department required) or Family Life and Human Development majors only

  
  • ECED 3930 - Child Development and the Arts: K-3


    3 Credit(s)

    Focuses on teaching strategies specific to the developmental needs of children from age four through eight that encourage children’s aesthetic development, physical abilities, and self-esteem through meaningful, integrated learning experiences in art, music, movement/dance, and drama. Lab fee required. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): FLHD 1500  or PSY 1100  or PSY 1110 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECED 3950 - Integrated Curriculum and Assessment: PreK-3


    3 Credit(s)

    Methods in planning and implementing an integrated curriculum using projects and thematic units and developmentally appropriate instruction for children’s learning. Assessment strategies and data collection, both formal and informal, for use in evaluating the progress of children in kindergarten and primary grades, meeting individual needs and reporting progress to parents. This course requires a three-hour per week practicum in addition to class time. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): ECED 3920   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECED 4980 - Early Childhood Student Teaching


    6 Credit(s)

    An in-school experience designed to help teachers apply methods and materials found to be successful with and early childhood education pupils. This course is required for the Early Childhood Education License. Students are placed in a public school. Advance application required. Fee structure can be found in the Clinical Practice section. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]

    Registration Restriction(s): Admission to Education Department required


Economics

  
  • ECON 1010 - Economics as a Social Science


    3 Credit(s)

    General Education course. Provides overview of principles of economics. The economy is analyzed in terms of historical origins and development and current performance and problems, including poverty, pollution, health care, international trade policy, unemployment and recession, inflation, Social Security System, taxation policy, and national debt. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll

    General Education Course: Social and Behavioral Sciences Knowledge Area
  
  • ECON 1740 - US Economic History


    3 Credit(s)

    Satisfies American government requirement of General Education. History from colonial times to present. Coverage of U.S. Constitution; national economy; pluralism; ethnicity, race, gender; distribution of wealth and power; social conflict and reform; entrepreneurs, workers, workplace; cultural encounters; popular culture; and U.S. and global affairs. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll

    General Education Course: American Institutions, Social and Behavioral Sciences Knowledge Area
  
  • ECON 2010 - Principles of Microeconomics


    3 Credit(s)

    Introduction to basic microeconomic principles: price theory, theory of the firm, trade and comparative advantage, public goods, taxation, welfare economics, and industrial organization. Public policy with regard to the environment, consumer protection, and other problems is also examined. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll

    General Education Course: Social and Behavioral Sciences Knowledge Area
  
  • ECON 2020 - Principles of Macroeconomics


    3 Credit(s)

    Introduces measurements of national economic performances: GDP, and interest, inflation and unemployment rates. Develops a model to describe the economic situation, and to present the options available to policy makers. Discusses the institutions and constraints that frame policy. International economic issues and the relation of the U.S. economy to the global economy are then examined. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

    General Education Course: Social and Behavioral Sciences Knowledge Area
  
  • ECON 2500 - Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics


    3 Credit(s)

    An introduction to applied quantitative methods for business and economics. Spreadsheets are used extensively as a modeling tool. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1040  and (MATH 1050  or adequate test score within the last two [2] years) - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Prerequisite Test: ACT Math Subscore or Accuplacer College-Level Math or ALEKS - Prerequisite Test Score: 26 or 100 or 75
    Prerequisite Can Be Concurrent? MATH 1040

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 3010 - Managerial Economics


    3 Credit(s)

    Managerial economics applies microeconomic analysis to the management of the firm. Using economic theory, statistical analysis, and optimization methods, students solve management problems relating to pricing, production and distribution, innovation and technological change, and cost. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1040  and (MATH 1100  or MATH 1210  or ECON 2500 ) - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 3020 - Macroeconomics for Business Decisions


    3 Credit(s)

    Explores the macroeconomics environment within which business decisions are made. Source data is used to obtain measures of the economy. Macroeconomic theory underlying the conduct of monetary and fiscal policy is analyzed. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): [ECON 2010  and ECON 2020  and MATH 1040  and (MATH 1100  or MATH 1210  or ECON 2500 )] or approved minor in department - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 3170 - Decision Modeling


    3 Credit(s)

    An introduction to the fundamental methods of operations research/management science. Emphasis is on applied business decision modeling. Topics include linear, integer, and nonlinear programming; decision analysis; and simulation. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 2010  and ECON 2020  and MATH 1040  and (MATH 1100  or MATH 1210  or ECON 2500 ) - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 3210 - International Economics and Finance


    3 Credit(s)

    This class explores broad issues in international trade and shows how related policy choices impact the economy. Students will learn how and why trade benefits the economy as a whole, but can also negatively impact certain groups within the economy. A major focus of the course is on the determinants of currency-exchange rates and the risks business entities face due to fluctuations in exchange rates. Similarly, the class examines the tools companies use to hedge against this risk and describes how basic financial tools can be adjusted to account for exchange-rate expectations and differential tax rates in international project valuation. Because it covers a significant portion of the CFA curriculum, this course is essential for students interested in obtaining the CFA credential. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 2010  and ECON 2020   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 3230 - Gender Economics


    3 Credit(s)

    This course seeks to explain the many roles women play in the economy and how those are different (and similar) to the roles played by men. We begin with the important role inclusiveness plays in the economic growth of a nation. We then move to a discussion of the history and present reality of gender bias. This will be followed by a discussion of the theory of economic discrimination, which will then be applied to the discussion of outcomes observed with respect to education, employment, and wages. The course will then discuss “non-market” outcomes related to the economics of the family. Topics included in this section of the course include marriage and divorce, how household tasks are allocated by women and men, and teen pregnancy. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 2010   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 3700 - Sports Economics


    3 Credit(s)

    The study of sports economics is specifically an application of microeconomic theory and empirical analysis. By focusing on sports, students can see how the toolkit of economics can be applied to a subject the student already finds interesting. The study of sports economics also sheds light upon a host of important topics, including how to measure the productivity of a worker, whether or not workers are paid a wage consistent with their economic value, the impact of labor unions, racial discrimination, and the efficacy of public subsidies. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 2010   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 3840 - Public Finance


    3 Credit(s)

    Public sector economics examines the microeconomic functions of government and the way government affects the allocation of resources and the distribution of income. Topics include welfare theory, public goods, market failure and cost-benefit analysis. (Fall - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 2010   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 4200 - Human Resource Economics


    3 Credit(s)

    This course applies economic theory to the behavior of employers and employees. Topics include labor supply and demand, wage determination, schooling, human capital, unionization, and migration. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 2010  and ECON 2020  and MATH 1040  and (MATH 1100  or ECON 2500 ) - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 4260 - Principles of Econometrics


    3 Credit(s)

    An introduction to the basic statistical methods used to estimate and analyze quantifiable economic relationships with an applied emphasis. The primary focus is on the classical linear regression model and violations of its assumptions. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 2010  and ECON 2020  and MATH 1040  and (MATH 1100  or MATH 1210  or ECON 2500 ) - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 4270 - Advanced Econometrics


    3 Credit(s)

    A continuation of ECON 4260 . While important theoretical foundations are covered at a high level, the focus of this class is on causal inference and applying econometric methods. Topics include panel data models, causal inference, simultaneous equation models, and limited dependent variable models. The course includes learning and using an appropriate statistical software package. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 4260   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 4500 - Economics of Strategy


    3 Credit(s)

    Principles of industrial organization economics and the economics of the firm applied to business management and strategy. Includes an overview of standard industrial organization topics such as market structure, entry, and pricing rivalry along with issues in organizational economics such as the principal-agent problem and vertical integration. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 2010  and ECON 2020  and ECON 3010  and MATH 1040  and (MATH 1100  or MATH 1210  or ECON 2500 ) - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 4890 - Internship


    1 Credit(s) 12 Maximum Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (Fall, Spring) [Pass/Fail]

    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 12

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 4900 - Special Topics


    2 Credit(s) 4 Maximum Credit(s)

    Topics in specialized fields of economics and advanced quantitative methods, varying by semester. Repeatable for 12 credit hours, provided course content is different. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 2010  and ECON 2020  and MATH 1040  and MATH 1100   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 12

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 4910 - Survey of Economics


    3 Credit(s)

    Survey of macro and microeconomic principles for all students interested in economics basics. Class will also prepare educators for the economics section of PRAXIS 5081 Social Studies: Content Knowledge. Topics examined include demand and supply, market structure, market structure, market failure, measuring GDP and unemployment, aggregate, demand and supply, money and inflation, and macroeconomic policy. (Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): Junior or Senior standing required

  
  • ECON 4950 - Senior Seminar


    3 Credit(s)

    A capstone course requiring the completion of a major project. The course covers research tools and methodology, and guides students through the process of economic research and problem analysis. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 3010  and ECON 3020  and ECON 4260   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 5390 - Practicum


    1 Credit(s) 5 Maximum Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 5540 - Practicum


    0.5 Credit(s) 5 Maximum Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 5570 - Economics: Vital Information


    0.5 Credit(s) 5 Maximum Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 5580 - Practicum


    0.5 Credit(s) 5 Maximum Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 5

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 5590 - Practicum


    1 Credit(s) 5 Maximum Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 6000 - Foundations of Economics


    3 Credit(s)

    This course provides an accelerated overview of both the micro and macro theories and methods of economics in support of the common body of knowledge core required for all MBA students not having previous business coursework. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): MBA majors only

  
  • ECON 6100 - Management Science I


    3 Credit(s)

    Application of quantitative methods to business analysis and decision-making. Fundamental topics of management science are covered including optimization modeling, decision and risk analysis, and simulation modeling. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): Acceptance into a graduate program in the School of Business

  
  • ECON 6110 - Management Science II


    3 Credit(s)

    This course focuses on more advanced applications of the methods introduced in ECON 6100 - Management Science I , including linear programming, network modeling, integer programming, nonlinear optimization, decision making under uncertainty and simulation modeling. The emphasis is on developing the ability to apply appropriate methods to formulate, solve, and interpret models that address realistic managerial decision problems. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 6100   - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • ECON 6200 - Managerial Economics


    3 Credit(s)

    Application of microeconomic principles to business management and strategy. Includes fundamental topics in microeconomic theory, industrial organization, and organizational economics. Uses business case analysis. (Fall [Online], Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): MAcc or MBA majors only

  
  • ECON 6210 - International Economics and Finance


    3 Credit(s)

    This course develops applied knowledge of the theories and practices of international economic and financial analysis. The course evaluates the use of trade policies by national governments and explores the multinational corporate responses to those policies. Additionally, the course evaluates the impact of exchange rate risk on the firm and develops strategies for sound financial management in a multinational context. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): MBA majors only


Education

  
  • EDUC 1010 - Foundations in Education


    3 Credit(s)

    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. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll

    General Education Course: Humanities Knowledge Area
  
  • EDUC 3000 - Principles of Teaching and Learning


    3 Credit(s)

    This course will provide students with a comprehensive overview of the Professional Teacher Education Program including standards, requirements, and models of effective teaching. School practicum. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll

  
  • EDUC 3180 - Instructional Technology for Teaching and Learning


    2 Credit(s) 3 Maximum Credit(s)

    This course examines instructional design for classroom teachers and explores a variety of emerging technologies that enhance student learning. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): Admission to Education Department required

  
  • EDUC 3200 - Educational Psychology


    3 Credit(s)

    Educational Psychology is designed to give pre-service teachers knowledge of the relationship which exists between psychology, students, and the world of teaching and learning. The course explores concepts pertaining to learning modalities along with multi-cultural and gender-based learning theories. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 3400 - Schools, Society, and Diversity


    3 Credit(s)

    This course critically examines educational issues relating to ethnic, racial, linguistic, economic, sexual, and gender diversity grounded in the social sciences and contemporary ideas, issues, and problems through the disciplines of history and philosophy. The course is intended to assist students in creating an equitable teaching and learning environment, furthering pedagogy. Includes school practicum. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing required

  
  • EDUC 4300 - Foundations of DLI Education


    3 Credit(s)

    Study and apply theories and research of dual language immersion education related to first and second language learning, literacy, and academic achievement of DLI learners. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4310 - Energy in STEM for Elementary Teachers


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is one of six courses needed to earn an Elementary STEM Endorsement. This course provides preservice and inservice teachers with a deep understanding of energy and the nature of how students use concepts of energy to make sense of phenomena across life, earth, and physical science. This understanding enhances teacher insights into 1) how matter and energy interact, 2) the relationships of energy to forces and interactions within fields, and 3) pedagogical content knowledge around teaching and learning about energy. (Fall - Odd Years [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4320 - Force and Motion in STEM for Elementary Teachers


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is one of six courses needed to earn an Elementary STEM endorsement. This course provides preservice and inservice teachers with a deep understanding of force and the nature of how students use the concepts of force to make sense of phenomena across life, earth, and physical science. This understanding enhances participants’ insights into 1) how force, energy, and matter interact; 2) the relationship of force to energy and interactions within fields; and 3) pedagogical content knowledge around teaching and learning about force. This course provides teachers with knowledge of how concepts in force may be used by students, with the Crosscutting Concepts and Engineering and Science Practices. (Fall - Even Years [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4330 - Integrated Mathematics: Data Analysis and Problem Solving


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is one of six courses needed to earn an Elementary STEM endorsement. This course will help participants develop a firm problem-solving foundation. Using skills and strategies applied in mathematical contexts, preservice and inservice teachers will learn to think, work with others, present solutions orally to the whole class, and write up detailed solutions. This course will also provide preservice and inservice teachers a deeper understanding of probability and data representations and analysis. Special attention in this course will be given to children’s typical error patterns, problem-solving strategies, interpreting and assessing students’ work and learning, and integration of the NCTM process standards and the Common Core Standards for Mathematics. (Fall - Even Years [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4340 - Nature of Science and Engineering


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is one of six courses needed to earn an Elementary STEM endorsement. In this course, participants will experience introductory explorations of the nature of science, using science and engineering principles, practices, and processes. Applications to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics will be explored using learning-based pedagogy. Participants will develop sound STEM teaching practices and strategies to assist them in educating K-6th grade students in STEM content standards. (Fall - Even Years [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4350 - Matter in STEM for Elementary Teachers


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is one of six courses needed to earn an Elementary STEM endorsement. This course provides inservice and preservice teachers with a deep and useful understanding of matter and the nature of how students use the concepts of matter to make sense of phenomena across life, earth, and physical science. This understanding enhances participants’ insights into 1) how matter and energy interact, 2) the relationships of matter to forces and interactions within the fields, and 3) pedagogical content knowledge around teaching and learning about matter. This course provides participants with knowledge of how matter concepts may be used by students with the Crosscutting Concepts and Engineering and Science Practices. (Fall - Even Years [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4360 - Technology and Problem-Based Learning


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is one of six courses needed to earn an Elementary STEM endorsement. This course will engage participants in development meaningful understandings of problem-based approaches to teaching, learning, and integration of STEM practices across the curriculum using appropriate technology. Participants will demonstrate their skills through the development and creation of a problem-based, hands-on experience. The purpose of this course is to ensure that inservice and preservice teachers can apply the pedagogical content knowledge needed to teach STEM concepts to students in the elementary grades. (Fall - Even Years [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4600 - Sociology of Education


    3 Credit(s)

    This course provides an overview of the relationship between education and society, with a primary focus on its role in replication, reinforcement, and creation of inequality. Various sociological concepts, methods, and theories will be used to examine both historical and current issues in education such as inequity, social stratification, the “achievement gap,” and social and cultural capital. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4610 - Educational Policy and Politics


    3 Credit(s)

    This course examines the role of politics and public policy in education, focusing primarily on policy models and frameworks, and their application to current policy issues in K-12 schooling utilizing a historic perspective. Students will study theoretical frameworks necessary for understanding public policy-making and the roles that research plays in the policy process. The curriculum includes local, state and federal education policy. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4620 - Critical Pedagogy


    3 Credit(s)

    This course examines key concepts and principles of critical theory, critical pedagogy, and social justice education. Different pedagogical models will be studied in order to examine and evaluate socialized ideas of what teachers are and how teaching should be conducted. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4630 - Democracy and Education


    3 Credit(s)

    This course will explore the connections between democracy and education. The focus will be on critical examination of democratic theory and its implications for the civic education roles and contributions of teachers, individuals engaged in community development, adult educators, community organizers, and others involved in educational endeavors. Students will engage in study of a range of conceptions and understandings of democracy and analyze implications of these different conceptions of democracy for the practical work of education. (Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4640 - Comparative Education


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is an international, cross-cultural examination and analysis of educational issues and reforms in P-16 education. General exploration of major theoretical and methodological issues in comparative and international education will be explored, with a primary focus on aspects of societies that impact the educational system, including, historical, economic, social, political, ethnic and religious forces as they relate to education. (Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4831 - Readings and Conferences


    1 Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4832 - Readings and Conferences


    2 Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4833 - Readings and Conferences


    3 Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]

    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 12

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4840 - Cooperative Education


    2 Credit(s) 8 Maximum Credit(s)

    Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]

    Repeatable? Yes - Total Credits: 24

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 4850 - Introduction to Educational Research


    3 Credit(s)

    The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to research and a variety of research approaches common to the field of education. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to locate, understand, evaluate, and interpret qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research. Students will be working with the faculty member to conduct a specified research study. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]

    Repeatable? Yes - Number of Times: 4

    Registration Restriction(s): Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing required

  
  • EDUC 5000 - Foundations of Instructional Design


    3 Credit(s)

    The goal of this course is to provide an introduction to instructional design theories, principles, and models, and an overview of their historical development. Instructional design models are considered with respect to their implications for technology applications in education. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 5010 - Classroom Integration of Educational Technology


    3 Credit(s)

    Class participants will research technology utilization in K-12 classrooms; investigate theoretical foundations to evaluate, select, and utilize various technology applications; develop, implement, and evaluate class technology integration projects; and gain an understanding of multiple models for assessing student learning in technology enhanced environments. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 5020 - Technology Leadership


    3 Credit(s)

    Learners will explore strategies for planning and implementing technology integration (teaching and curriculum focus) at an organizational level, including the examination of larger-scale professional development models. The course will focus on developing skills for taking a leadership role in schools, and district technology use, planning, implementation, and assessment. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 5030 - Technology Pedagogy I


    3 Credit(s)

    The Technology Pedagogy series will provide skills for planning and designing effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology. Participants will implement curriculum plans that include methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning. Individuals will also learn ways to apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 5040 - Technology Pedagogy II


    3 Credit(s)

    The Technology Pedagogy series will provide skills for planning and designing effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology. Participants will implement curriculum plans that include methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning. Individuals will also learn ways to apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 5050 - Online and Blended Teaching and Learning


    3 Credit(s)

    This course offers graduate students an opportunity to plan, design, implement, and create a blended/online course, and give them the ability to create blended/online materials and/or courses on their own. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 5060 - Enhanced Software and Hardware Skills


    3 Credit(s)

    Individuals completing the Educational Technology Endorsement should be able to demonstrate knowledge, skills, and understandings of concepts related to technology, as well as demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 5200 - Energy in STEM for Elementary Teachers


    3 Credit(s)

    Energy in STEM for elementary teachers. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 5210 - Force in STEM for Elementary Teachers


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to allow educators to explore physical science education in the context of the most recent science standards, which include the interconnected nature of science concepts and teaching strategies designed to assist them in educating K-6 students. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 5220 - STEM Integrated Math for Elementary Teachers-Data Analysis and Problem Solving


    3 Credit(s)

    Elementary educators will increase their mathematical knowledge and mathematical content knowledge in connection with the new mathematical standards. Focused on using application and experiential learning opportunities allowing students to discover mathematical truths. Educators will explore STEM curriculum content and teaching practices specific to K-6 classrooms. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 5230 - Nature of Science and Engineering


    3 Credit(s)

    Elementary educators will increase their mathematical knowledge and mathematical content knowledge in connection with the new mathematical standards. Focused on using application and experiential learning opportunities allowing students to discover mathematical truths. Educators will explore STEAM curriculum content and teaching practices specific to K-6 classrooms. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

  
  • EDUC 5240 - Matter in STEM for Elementary Teachers


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to help educators take the STEAM knowledge and pedagogy they have learned in their previous content and pedagogy courses and integrate content knowledge and instructional skills into developing and using interdisciplinary project-based investigations in K-8 classrooms. These projects will utilize the Next Generation Science Standards. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

    Registration Restriction(s): None

 

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