May 04, 2024  
2017-18 Catalog 
    
2017-18 Catalog FINAL VERSION - Closed for Revisions

Course Descriptions



 

 

Education

  
  • EDUC 590 - Reading and Writing for Content Understanding


    Description:
    Analyze and explore how reading and writing support content learning in secondary school. Develop strategies and learning activities that integrate reading and writing in content area studies.

    Prerequisites:
    EDUC 386  or cons instr.

    3 cr.

    Available for undergraduate credit as EDUC 390 .
  
  • EDUC 598 - Graduate Internship


    Description:
    Certifiable field experience for licensed educators seeking additional license endorsements under Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction rules.

    1-6 cr.

  
  • EDUC 600 - Professional Development Seminar: Professional Educator


    Description:
    Emphasis on reflective practice promoting professional growth. Processes for developing and submitting Professional Development Plans (PDPs) for Wisconsin initial educator licenses are examined and completed. Practical methods for stating goals, aligning them to standards, collecting evidence, and analyzing/reflecting on assessments of professional practice are highlighted. Action research is examined as a tool for deepening professional growth. Creating and maintaining a professional portfolio are addressed.

    Prerequisites:
    Graduate status.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    1-3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 700 - Professional Development Seminar: Master Educator


    Description:
    Sociological, psychological and pedagogical approaches to design professional development plan and portfolio for teacher seeking master educator license and national certification. Practical methods to clarify goals, align them to standards, collect evidence, analyze and reflect on assessments of professional practice.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 701 - Philosophical Foundations of Education


    Description:
    Analyze critical issues in education; their ideological and social bases.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 702 - Advanced Educational Psychology: Theory Into Practice


    Description:
    Understanding and application of psychological theories of education relative to human abilities, behavior, individual differences, and human relations in diverse teaching and learning settings.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 703 - Newer Views of Learning


    Description:
    Explore contemporary views on multi-dimensional and contextual nature of intelligence and learning styles. Investigate theories such as multiple, emotional, successful, and creative intelligence; re-examine importance of learning styles and methods (modalities) for constructing optimal educational experiences.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 704 - Strategies for Discipline and Classroom Management


    Description:
    Develop effective strategies for solving individual behavioral problems; survey several models and interaction techniques to use in general and special education settings for students with disabilities.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 705 - Basic Statistical Methods in Education


    Description:
    Fundamentals of statistical analysis that apply to education and other fields according to student needs; critical ratios and the test for paired, pooled, and unpooled samples; straight line and curvilinear regression for simple and multiple correlation of variables; introduction to the use of probability, simple and two-way analysis, chi square, and other nonparametric statistics.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 706 - Experimental and Statistical Methods in Education Research


    Description:
    Applicability, limitation of experimental methods in education; simplified probability, classical, Bayesian, parametric and nonparametric statistics; use of calculator and computers; experimental designs; literature reviews.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 707 - Educational Research


    Description:
    Study educational research procedures and develop an educational product or paper, involving problem identification, literature review and analysis, description, and evaluation.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 708 - Social and Cultural Foundations of Education


    Description:
    Relationship between schooling and society; impact of society and culture on education and individuals within educational institutions; emphasis on educational processes, development, and outcomes from multiple theoretical and research perspectives including human relations with implications for teaching.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 711 - Seminar: Problems in Elementary Teaching


    Description:
    Define problems and issues, examine research literature, review trends in curricula and methods, plan experimental investigation. Open to certified elementary teachers.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 712 - Seminar: Problems in Secondary Teaching


    Description:
    Define problems and issues, examine research literature, review trends in curricula and methods, plan experimental investigation. Open to certified secondary teachers.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 717 - Economic Education for Elementary and Secondary Teachers


    Description:
    Introduction to the basic economic principles and issues; identify resources for economics instruction at elementary and secondary levels; design lessons and activities for integrating economics education across the curriculum. Open to experienced, certified teachers.

    May not earn credit in both EDUC 717 and ECON 717 .

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 721 - Fundamentals of Curriculum


    Description:
    Fundamental ideas in developing curriculum, emphasizing human aspects.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 722 - Administration and Curriculum Development for Educators and Administrators


    Description:
    Meets the curriculum requirement for administrators and educators working in K-12 schools. Curriculum frameworks, assessment, supervision and leadership are aspects of the curriculum course content.

    Typically Offered:
    Every summer

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 726 - Models of Teaching and Learning


    Description:
    Cohesive curricular components representing a broad array of educational philosophies and teaching methods in social, information-processing, personal, and behavioral models. Each model has distinctive curricular orientation and direct link to supportive instructional environments and curricular methods.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 728 - Clinical Supervision of Instruction


    Description:
    Introduce and develop skill in classroom script-taping. Practice using Madaline Hunter’s six levels of conferencing to provide feedback to student teachers (for cooperating teachers) and classroom teachers (for principals and supervisors).

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    2 or 3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 732 - Integrating Language Arts Across the Curriculum


    Description:
    Analyze and apply theories in language arts methods and materials to classroom function. Integrate language arts into content curriculum at all levels.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 733 - Elementary School Science


    Description:
    Survey philosophy and nature of a science, new elementary science curricula and research, innovative and experimental programs.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 734 - Elementary School Social Studies


    Description:
    Curriculum trends and approaches; new content, materials, innovations; needed research in the field.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 735 - Leadership for Curriculum Change


    Description:
    Study specific curricula including instructional strategies and models of instruction, and develop leadership skills for developing, implementing, and supervising curriculum.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 740 - Reading Teacher Portfolio


    Description:
    Compile personal/professional portfolio representing professional growth based on balanced literacy instruction, diagnosis and evaluation of reading difficulty, supported reading practices, clinical case study.

    Con reg in EDUC 741 .

    1 cr.

  
  • EDUC 741 - Improvement in Reading


    Description:
    Trends and programs in developmental reading, reading curriculum, and related research.

    Prerequisites:
    EDUC 309 

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 742 - Literacy and the Young Child


    Description:
    Study social and developmental aspects of literacy, including research, programs, and instructional strategies.

    Prerequisites:
    EDUC 309 , EDUC 310 , or teaching license.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 746 - Diagnosis and Evaluation of Reading Abilities


    Description:
    Survey formal and informal evaluation instruments in reading; test to identify remedial readers, construct diagnostic profiles, write interpretations of test results.

    Prerequisites:
    EDUC 309 , EDUC 741 .

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 747 - Supported Literacy


    Description:
    Materials and techniques of supported literacy. For classroom teachers, reading teachers, and administrators of reading programs who are responsible for instruction, curriculum development, and leadership.

    Prerequisites:
    EDUC 309 , EDUC 741 , EDUC 746 .

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 748 - Supported Literacy Practicum


    Description:
    Clinical appraisal of students in literary programs. Interpret findings, develop and implement corrective measures with continuous analysis and evaluation of students. Final report describing student literacy behaviors, techniques and materials used, and recommendations for post-clinical instruction.

    Prerequisites:
    EDUC 741 , EDUC 746 , EDUC 747 , or con reg.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 749 - Teacher Action Research in Reading


    Description:
    Qualitative action research applied to teaching reading. Prepare, conduct, and report on classroom reading/writing research.

    Prerequisites:
    Cons instr.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 750 - Supervision and Administration of Reading Programs


    Description:
    Organization, administration, supervision, and improvement of school reading programs. Apply qualitative action research to examination of school reading programs.

    Prerequisites:
    EDUC 749  or cons instr.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 751 - Wisconsin Reading Research Symposium


    Description:
    Influence/impact of contemporary issues in literacy on reading educators and student reading achievement. Participate in Wis Reading Research Symposium.

    1 -3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 752 - School Law for the Teacher


    Description:
    The impact of statute and court decisions upon teachers; the effect upon student rights, discipline, tort liability, financing, private and religious education, and equal opportunity.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 758 - Cooperating Teacher Fundamentals in Preservice Teacher Education


    Description:
    Methods for planning, supervising, and evaluating student and intern teachers in clinical stages of teacher education programs, with emphases on formative assessments and summative evaluation according to state and national teacher standards. Meets one Wis DPI rule to qualify as cooperating teacher, per Wis Admin Code PI 34.15(6). This course is offered fall and spring semesters for 1 credit in an online format, and offered in the summer for 3 credits in a hybrid format.

    Prerequisites:
    WI Teaching License and 3 years experience.

    1 or 3 cr. pass/fail.

  
  • EDUC 761 - Mentor Teaching: Research and Practice


    Description:
    Sociological, psychological and pedagogical approaches to design and implement programs for mentor teachers. Practical methods for supervising and assessing teachers according to established standards for professional development.

    Prerequisites:
    Wis teaching license.

    1-3 cr. pass/fail.

  
  • EDUC 765 - Professional Experiences


    Description:
    Teaching and related experiences in area of specialization with team of at least two teachers, a school administrator, and a university graduate faculty member.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    8 cr.

  
  • EDUC 771 - Supervision of Instruction


    Description:
    Evolving concepts and strategies of supervision; role of supervision in facilitating professional development; place of supervision in evaluating curriculum and instruction; develop systems to observe and analyze classroom instruction.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 772 - Teacher Induction Year


    Description:
    Survey issues and practices encountered by beginning and experienced teachers new to school districts during induction year and through third year of teaching.

    Prerequisites:
    Wis teaching license and contract.

    May be repeated for up to 3 credits provided there is a new focus for each year.

    1 cr. pass/fail.

  
  • EDUC 774 - Advanced Methodology in Special Education


    Description:
    Topics: Severe learning disabilities; severe emotional/behavioral disabilities; severe cognitive/intellectual disabilities; twice-exceptionality; autism spectrum disorders; self-advocacy/life skills.

    Prerequisites:
    Undergrad degree, EDUC 351 /EDUC 551 , special ed certification, or cons instr.

    May repeat for credit with different topic and approval of grad coord.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 775 - Alternate Assessment


    Description:
    Emphasis on assessment and evaluation strategies excluding standardized tools. Topics include implementation of state mandates and procedures, design of alternate measures based on content taught in public schools, and formulation of observation and informal measures.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 778 - Parent, Home and Agency Involvement in Educating Children and Youth with Disabilities


    Description:
    Develop understanding of familial needs, behaviors and perspectives for all family members; cite resources/intervention to be applied to families having a child with a disability; learn interaction and communication techniques to use with family and community agencies.

    Prerequisites:
    EDUC 351 /EDUC 551 .

    1-3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 780 - Curriculum Development, Evaluation and Implementation


    Description:
    Explore how curriculum processes (development, evaluation and implementation) involve various individuals of various beliefs and values. From this comprehensive base concept, you will utilize curriculum concepts to meet the needs of your individual learners: general education, special education and other unique needs.

    Prerequisites:
    Undergrad degree, EDUC 351 /EDUC 551 .

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 781 - Teaching Students with Disabilities Practicum-Internship


    Description:
    Professional practice in teaching children with disabilities. Subtitle will designate practicum or internship and specialization area(s).

    1-8 cr.

  
  • EDUC 782 - Action Research: Single Subject Design


    Description:
    Focus on research methodology and topics specific to the field of education. Complete an action research project surrounding an issue of interest/need in your classroom or program through the use of a single subject design. Examine existing research and determine how it may apply to your classroom/program.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 783 - The Reflective Teacher


    Description:
    Renew the spirit of teaching. Explore ways to find balance between professional and personal life; examine professional possibilities; develop clear professional goals; create projections about professional future; examine problems, rewards, and realities inherent in teaching through self-analysis and development of professional portfolio.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 784 - The Creative Teacher


    Description:
    Experience the creative process through readings, active explorations, hands-on and creative exercises to understand the diverse definitions of creativity, be sensitive to its layers and facets, and bring it into the classroom.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 785 - The Skillful Teacher


    Description:
    Explore teaching models and best practices in education. Learn methods to align a comprehensive assessment plan with instruction and learn to interpret results to make sound educational decisions about instructional design.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 786 - Foundations of Alternative Education


    Description:
    Introduction and overview of effective teaching practices in alternative education settings; specific responsibilities associated with students at risk, including development and implementation of learning plans.

    Prerequisites:
    Valid teaching license.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 787 - Alternative Education Program Development: Curriculum, Methods and Assessment


    Description:
    Introduction and overview of curricula, methods and assessments or administrative practices for students with alternative learning needs; focus on instructional and administrative practices necessary to accommodate students with alternative needs and abilities.

    Prerequisites:
    Valid teaching license; EDUC 786 .

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 789 - Social and Emotional Needs of the Gifted


    Description:
    Social and emotional needs of gifted learners with emphasis on guidance and the affective domain.

    Prerequisites:
    EDUC 791  or cons instr.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    1-3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 790 - Analysis and Improvement of Educational Programs


    Description:
    For school district in-service needs. Topic and number of credits vary.

    1-3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 791 - Foundations of Gifted/Talented Education


    Description:
    Overview of history and definitions. Emphases on development, characteristics, and individual learning differences of students with gifts and talents. Identification strategies and program options in the field of gifted/talented education. Introduction to current literature as well as exploration of relevant issues and trends.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 792 - Curriculum Methods for Teaching Students with Gifts and Talents


    Description:
    Curriculum methods designed specifically for identified students with gifts and talents in specialized programs. Curriculum differentiation and instructional strategies/techniques for students with gifts/talents in the general education classroom. Integration of cognitive/affective domains as well as creative and critical thinking skills. Collaboration techniques. Planning of the Differentiated Program Plan. Professional and ethical teaching practice.

    Prerequisites:
    EDUC 791  or cons instr.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 793 - Issues in Gifted/Talented Education


    Description:
    Identify and examine current issues and concerns in gifted education. Content depends on student needs and interests.

    Prerequisites:
    EDUC 791  or cons instr.

    Typically Offered:
    Not currently offered

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 795 - Practicum in Teaching Students with Gifts and Talents


    Description:
    Observe educational programming for, plan instruction of appropriate learning experiences for, and teach students with gifts/talents using specifically designed methodologies. Program and self-evaluation.

    Prerequisites:
    EDUC 791  and EDUC 792  or cons instr. May take twice with cons instr.

    1-3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 796 - Independent Study


    Description:
    Planned study to supplement preparation in area of specialization; regular conferences with staff supervisor.

    1-3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 798 - Reading Specialist Portfolio


    Description:
    Compile personal/ professional portfolio representing professional growth in best literacy teaching practices, reflection in teaching, life-long learning, risk-taking/embracing change.

    Prerequisites:
    EDUC 528 , EDUC 749 , EDUC 750 , EDUC 751  or cons instr.

    1-3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 799 - Thesis


    2-6 credits.

  
  • EDUC 810 - Philosophical/Theoretical Foundations of Leadership in Education


    Description:
    Interdisciplinary course that provides a foundation for the development of personal and professional leadership style grounded in leadership theory and reflective of the influence of  the social locations and identities. Through exposure to recognized leaders in education and other fields, you will postulate what leadership principles resonate with your area of work and study. Engage in interdisciplinary analyses of leadership theories and philosophies, and examine complex ethical and professional responsibilities within professional and community relationships.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 820 - Critical Analysis of System Inequality: Social Justice Education


    Description:
    Advanced and in-depth exploration of the issues of power and inequality in the U.S. history including but not limited to racism, classism, sexism, homophobia, and linguicism. The historical survey of equality becomes a foundation for addressing  current issues from a variety of perspectives and possibilities. Key course concepts for social justice in education include cultural deficit frameworks, meritocracy, whiteness as a social construct, color blindness and race neutrality, micro-agressions, and politics of epistemology. Examine historic and contemporary examples of educational institutions as mechanisms of social, political, and economic control. Examples will include U.S. American Indian boarding schools, school segregation, tracking, and vocational education. Engage in critical research, analysis, writing, and development of programs in your field that strive to end oppressive practices and balance systemic inequalities.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDUC 996 - Independent Study (in any strand)


    Description:
    Planned Study to supplement preparation in area of specialization; regular conferences with staff supervisor.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    1-3 cr.


Educational Sustainability

  
  • EDSU 707 - Analysis and Improvement of Programs in EFS


    Description:
    Project-based course designed to give the opportunity to research and design learning domains that support Efs principles, pedagogy, policies, and practices. The project will include action strategies, research application, and a blueprint for improvement of educational programs.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 907 .
  
  • EDSU 708 - Historical and Philosophical Foundations of EFS


    Description:
    Focus on the history, philosophical origins of education for sustainability and environmental history. Develop deeper understandings of the challenges facing education and our environment in contemporary society.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission to the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 908 .
  
  • EDSU 709 - Ethics of Care in a Sustainable Society


    Description:
    Ethics of care is a theory to guide education toward developing moral, empathetic citizens. Explore this theory and its application within sustainability education. Ethics of care will be applied in the development of education programs for vulnerable populations.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 909 .
  
  • EDSU 710 - Place-based Education


    Description:
    Critically explore place-based education as pedagogy to decolonize and re-inhabit places in support of sustainable communities. Identify place-based education needs in relevant settings and determine local resources to support place-based education in programs or organizations.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 910 .
  
  • EDSU 711 - Global Environmental Change


    Description:
    In the age where we are facing unprecedented global and local environmental issues, you will be able to articulate these issues from multiple perspectives integrating ecological, economic, and social aspects.  You will also examine and assess the social movements that are underway to address global environmental issues. 

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the graduate program of studies or Ed.D.

    3 cr.

    Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 911 .
  
  • EDSU 712 - Political Ecology and Sustainability


    Description:
    Explore the relationships between political, economic, social, and environmental aspects of contemporary sustainability issues. Learn multiple perspectives with regard to the preservation and management of the commons and research the political ecology of a locally relevant issue.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 912 .
  
  • EDSU 713 - Ecological Foundations for a Sustainable Society


    Description:
    Utilizing scientific and indigenous knowledge, explore and apply ecological principles for sustainability in social and economic systems. Human systems are also part of nature and ecological principles provide the foundation for long-term economic, civic, and social sustainability.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 913 .
  
  • EDSU 714 - Teaching and Learning in Alternative Educational Settings


    Description:
    Education for sustainability can occur inside and outside of formal schools. Design and implement strategies to develop sustainability-focused learning opportunities in business, community, recreation, and other alternative youth and adult settings.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 914 .
  
  • EDSU 900 - Introduction to Doctoral Studies and Educational Sustainability


    Description:
    Introduction to sustainability and key concepts and pedagogy of education for sustainability. Educational sustainability is an inclusive way of systems thinking that encompasses human and ecological health, social justice, secure livelihoods and educational opportunities for a better world for all generations. Become familiar with the overall Ed.D. program design and develop personal learning goals for your doctoral studies.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDSU 901 - Sustaining Human Systems


    Description:
    Human systems have rituals, celebrations, history, and indigenous knowledge that sustain their worldview and cultural interactions. Apply knowledge of Efs to explore cultural perspectives, social equity, ecological justice, biological and cultural diversities in an effort to develop an understanding of the values and commitment for the good of the whole.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission to the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDSU 902 - Systems Thinking in Program Development


    Description:
    Utilize EfS concepts and systems thinking to identify, critique, and develop innovative evaluation approaches and frameworks for diverse format, non-formal, and informal educational settings. Course content will create opportunities to analyze and evaluate relevant education organizations, programs, and curriculum.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDSU 903 - Reorienting Curriculum and Programs Towards a Sustainable Future


    Description:
    Examines education programs through the lens of global sustainability. A critical lens will be applied to the purpose and value of education both historically and contemporarily to develop your beliefs and values in education and learning.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDSU 904 - Transformative Sustainability Teaching and Learning


    Description:
    Builds on the introduction course, Educational Sustainability (EDSU 900 ) as an interdisciplinary approach to developing social and ecological change. Relevant theories and case studies will be utilized to address the cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual perspectives of transformational and systemic learning, in contrast to the managerial and mechanistic approach to teaching and learning.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDSU 905 - Research I (Proposal Writing)


    Description:
    Overview of scholarly thinking and research from an interdisciplinary perspective. Focus on developing research questions, conducting a literature review, developing a research design, and selecting appropriate research methods.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDSU 906 - Research II (Qualitative/Quantitative Methods)


    Description:
    Examine qualitative and quantitative research methods using existing techological software. Build your capacity for describing social behavior, interpret meaning and significance using data visualization techniques, descriptive analysis, and empirical theory.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

  
  • EDSU 907 - Analysis and Improvement of Programs in EFS


    Description:
    Project-based course designed to give the opportunity to research and design learning domains that support Efs principles, pedagogy, policies, and practices. The project will include action strategies, research application, and a blueprint for improvement of educational programs

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for master’s program graduate credit as EDSU 707 .
  
  • EDSU 908 - Historical and Philosophical Foundations of EFS


    Description:
    Focus on the history, philosophical origins of education for sustainability and environmental history. Develop deeper understandings of the challenges facing education and our environment in contemporary society.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission to the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for master’s program graduate credit as EDSU 708 .
  
  • EDSU 909 - Ethics of Care in a Sustainable Society


    Description:
    Ethics of care is a theory to guide education toward developing moral, empathetic citizens. Explore this theory and its application within sustainability education. Ethics of care will be applied in the development of education programs for vulnerable populations.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission to the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for master’s program graduate credit as EDSU 709 .
  
  • EDSU 910 - Place-based Education


    Description:
    Critically explore place-based education as pedagogy to decolonize and re-inhabit places in support of sustainable communities. Identify place-based education needs in relevant settings and determine local resources to support place-based education in programs or organizations.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for master’s program graduate credit as EDSU 710 .
  
  • EDSU 911 - Global Environmental Change


    Description:
    In the age where we are facing unprecedented global and environmental issues, you will be able to articulate these issues from multiple perspectives integrating ecological, economic, and social aspects. You will also examine and assess the social movements that are underway to address global environmental issues.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the graduate program of studies or Ed.D.

    3 cr.

    Available for master’s program graduate credit as EDSU 711 .
  
  • EDSU 912 - Political Ecology and Sustainability


    Description:
    Explore the relationships between political, economic, social, and environmental aspects of contemporary sustainability issues. Learn multiple perspectives with regard to the preservation and management of the commons and research the political ecology of a locally relevant issue.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for master’s program graduate credit as EDSU 712 .
  
  • EDSU 913 - Ecological Foundations for a Sustainable Society


    Description:
    Utilizing scientific and indigenous knowledge, explore and apply ecological principles for sustainability in social and economic systems. Human systems are also part of nature and ecological principles provide the foundation for long-term economic, civic, and social sustainability.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for master’s program graduate credit as EDSU 713 .
  
  • EDSU 914 - Teaching and Learning in Alternative Educational Settings


    Description:
    Education for sustanability can occur inside and outside of formal schools. Design and implement strategies to develop sustainability-focused learning opportunities in business, community, recreation, and other alternative youth and adult settings.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3 cr.

    Available for master’s program graduate credit as EDSU 714 .
  
  • EDSU 918 - Scholar Mentorship


    Description:
    Deep analysis of literature in a disciplinary focus related to educational sustainability. Develop scholarship in a one-on-one interaction with qualified mentor.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D.

    Typically Offered:
    Once per academic year

    3 cr.

  
  • EDSU 919 - Applied Residency Project


    Description:
    Key topics include education for sustainability, learning organizations, case study methodology, and program evaluation. Key practices include applying interdisciplinary information, program development and evaluation, critical reflection, and critical and empathetic peer review. Applied research and place-based field study.

    3-6 cr.

  
  • EDSU 920 - Dissertation Seminar and Writing


    Description:
    Draft and complete the dissertation with peer and adviser critique.

    Prerequisites:
    Admission into the Ed.D. program.

    3-6 cr.


English

  
  • ENGL 101 - Freshman English


    Description:
    Critical reading, logical thinking, and effective writing. Write frequently in and out of class, using specific rhetorical strategies for a variety of purposes and audiences.

    Prerequisites:
    Satisfactory placement test score.

    General Education Designation(s):
    GDR: ENGL; GEP: WC

    3 cr.

  
  • ENGL 103 - The Myth of …


    Description:
    (Topic will be announced.) The origin and development of a particular myth as it is embodied in folk tales and/or drama, film, novels (e.g. the myth of the Great Lover, the Doctor, the Jew, the Politician).

    Notes:
    May apply 3 cr max of ENGL 103/ENGL 203 /ENGL 303  toward major/minor.

    3 cr.

  
  • ENGL 106 - Reading Fiction


    Description:
    An opportunity to read, discuss, and evaluate outstanding works of fiction.

    General Education Designation(s):
    GDR: HU2; GEP: HU

    3 cr.

  
  • ENGL 108 - Reading Drama


    Description:
    Oral reading and discussion of one play a week (chosen by the class) from dramatic literature.

    General Education Designation(s):
    GDR: HU2; GEP: HU

    3 cr.

  
  • ENGL 150 - Advanced Freshman English


    Description:
    Research and writing using appropriate rhetorical strategies for students with potential for accelerated reading, writing, and research.

    Prerequisites:
    Satisfactory test scores.

    General Education Designation(s):
    GDR: ENGL; GEP: WC

    3 cr.

  
  • ENGL 157 - Independent Writing


    Description:
    Individualized program for writing improvement based on student needs and personal objectives, taught in conjunction with the Writing Laboratory.

    May repeat for 3 cr max among ENGL 157, ENGL 257 , ENGL 357 .

    1 cr. pass/fail.

  
  • ENGL 200 - Introduction to the Study of Literature


    Description:
    Study of literature, emphasizing development of critical vocabulary, recognition of various forms of literature, and rudimentary analysis of selected works.

    Notes:
    All English courses in the 200 series require sophomore standing as a prerequisite except that they are also open to second semester freshman English majors.

    General Education Designation(s):
    GDR: HU2; GEP: HU

    3 cr.

  
  • ENGL 201 - Introduction to Literary Study for the English Major


    Description:
    Major literary genres in their cultural and historical contexts emphasizing development of interpretive and communicative skills necessary to join effectively in the discussion of and writing about literature.

    Prerequisites:
    Declared English major.

    Notes:
    All English courses in the 200 series require sophomore standing as a prerequisite except that they are also open to second semester freshman English majors.

    3 cr.

  
  • ENGL 202 - Sophomore English


    Description:
    Analytical reading and writing and the methods of inquiry common to various academic disciplines. Write frequently in and out of class, using suitable sources of information and appropriate documentation methods.

    Prerequisites:
    ENGL 101  or equiv.

    General Education Designation(s):
    GDR: ENGL; GEP: WC

    3 cr.

  
  • ENGL 203 - Myth of …


    Description:
    Topic will be announced. See ENGL 103 .

    Notes:
    All English courses in the 200 series require sophomore standing as a prerequisite except that they are also open to second semester freshman English majors.

    3 cr.

  
  • ENGL 211 - English Literature I


    Description:
    Emphasis on major writers from Beowulf through pre-Romantics, stressing insight into their works.

    Notes:
    All English courses in the 200 series require sophomore standing as a prerequisite except that they are also open to second semester freshman English majors.

    General Education Designation(s):
    GDR: HU2; GEP: HU

    3 cr.

  
  • ENGL 212 - English Literature II


    Description:
    Emphasis on major writers from Romantics to the present, stressing insight into their works.

    Notes:
    All English courses in the 200 series require sophomore standing as a prerequisite except that they are also open to second semester freshman English majors.

    General Education Designation(s):
    GDR: HU2; GEP: HU

    3 cr.

  
  • ENGL 213 - American Literature I


    Description:
    Representative works by American writers up to 1865.

    Notes:
    All English courses in the 200 series require sophomore standing as a prerequisite except that they are also open to second semester freshman English majors.

    General Education Designation(s):
    GDR: HU2; GEP: HU

    3 cr.

 

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