College of Applied Human Sciences

CAHS 690. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of biology. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It also provides a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

ACE 508. The Sport Coaching Profession. 3 Hours.

An interaction-based course pertaining to professional coaching, coaching theory, and the engagement in problem solving and critical thinking in the profession of sport coaching.

ACE 510. Training Theories for Coaches. 3 Hours.

This course is designed to promote critical thinking, problem solving and use of current training theories for best practice in coaching across all levels to develop and nurture talent.

ACE 518. Psychology of Coaching. 3 Hours.

In-depth understanding of the psychology of coaching athletes and application of this knowledge into coaching practices for optimal athlete development and performance. Contemporary issues also covered.

ACE 522. Motor Behavior for Sport Coaches. 3 Hours.

Designed to increase coaches' understanding of how athletes learn motor skills. Theories of motor learning, techniques to provide effective instruction, practice design, stages of learning, assessment, and coaching strategies to structure training and practice to optimize skill acquisition and performance.

ACE 524. Data Analytics in Sport Development & Performance. 3 Hours.

This graduate-level course explores data analytics theories and practices in sport. The modern sport team coach utilizes analytics that support individual and team development and performance across contexts.

ACE 525. Talent Development and Identification in Sport. 3 Hours.

This course explores both talent identification and talent development theories and practices in sport that support individual development and sport performance across contexts.

ACE 530. Coaching Education Administration. 3 Hours.

An administrative focus on leadership, finance, fundraising, planning, facility development, personnel supervision, public relations, rules and regulations, purchase and care of equipment and the conducting of athletic events.

ACE 539. Creating a Healthy Competitive Environment. 3 Hours.

Course explores topics related to health and safety related aspects of sport, coaching techniques of training, ergogenic aids, performance enhancement, and the coaches role and responsibilities in designing, creating and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for their athletes and teams.

ACE 541. Positive Youth Development in Sport. 3 Hours.

Students will be introduced to Positive Youth Development (PYD) as a field, as a movement, and as a philosophical approach to promoting adaptive developmental experiences and outcomes for youth sport participants.

ACE 568. Sport Movement Analysis. 3 Hours.

This course applies the laws of physics to sport activities with the objective of finding the most efficient use of the human body to achieve the highest levels of performance.

ACE 569. Strength and Conditioning Methods for Coaches. 3 Hours.

Present basic exercise performance methodologies to assist in coaching athletes. Types of training include speed drills, agility drills, conditioning workouts, flexibility exercises, balance-improvement drills, and proper training- environment safety techniques.

ACE 585. Applied Professional Development. 3 Hours.

This is a graduate level course designed to enhance coaches’ understanding of their own coaching through reflection.

ACE 591. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation in advanced topics that are not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

ACE 592. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

ACE 593. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

ACE 594. Seminar. 1-6 Hours.

Special seminars arranged for advanced graduate students.

ACE 595. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty-supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

ACE 691. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

ACE 692. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

ACE 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

ACE 694. Seminar. 1-6 Hours.

Special seminars arranged for advanced graduate students.

ACE 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

ACE 696. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

ACE 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

ACE 698. Thesis or Dissertation. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. This is an optional course for programs that wish to provide formal supervision as needed during the writing of student reports, theses, or dissertations. (Grading is Normal).

ACE 699. Graduate Colloquium. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. For graduate student not seeking coursework credit but who wish to meet residency requirements, use the University's facilities, and participate in its academic and cultural programs. Note: Graduate students who are not actively involved in coursework or research are entitled, through enrollment in their department's Graduate Colloquium to consult with graduate faculty, participate in both formal and informal academic activities sponsored by their program, and retain all of the rights and privileges of duly enrolled students. Grading is Normal; colloquium credit may not be counted against credit requirements for masters programs. Registration for one credit of 699/799 graduate colloquium satisfies the University requirement of registration in the semester in which graduation occurs.

ACE 900. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g. education, community health, geology.) The continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

ACE 930. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g. education, community health, geology.) These tuition-waived, continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

ATTR 595. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

ATTR 691. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

ATTR 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

ATTR 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

ATTR 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

ATTR 698. Thesis or Dissertation. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. This is an optional course for programs that wish to provide formal supervision during the writing of student reports (698), or dissertations (798). Grading is normal.

C&I 591. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

C&I 592. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed Study, reading, and/or research.

C&I 593. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

C&I 594. Seminar. 1-6 Hours.

Special seminars arranged for advanced graduate students.

C&I 602. Curriculum and Teaching Principles. 3 Hours.

This course will give the student a basic foundation in the principles, development, and design of curriculum and teaching models.

C&I 688. Classroom Organization and Management. 3 Hours.

Discusses research identifying components of classroom organization and environment which influence learning; reviews teacher behaviors and learning activities which research indicates lead to more effective teaching. Stresses implementation strategies relevant to classroom settings.

C&I 691. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

C&I 692. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

C&I 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

C&I 694. Seminar. 1-6 Hours.

Special seminars arranged for advanced graduate students.

C&I 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

C&I 696. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

C&I 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

C&I 707. Theories, Models and Research of Teaching. 3 Hours.

PR: SCFD 620 or consent. The theories behind selected models of teaching as well as research in teaching and best practices.

C&I 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of curriculum and instruction. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It will also present a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

C&I 791. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

C&I 792. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

C&I 793. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

C&I 795. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

C&I 796. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

C&I 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

C&I 930. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology). These tuition-waived continuing education courses are graded on a pass or fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

C&I 931. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology). These tuition-waived continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

C&I 932. Profession Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g. education, community health, geology). These tuition-waived continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

CDFS 541. Cognitive Development of the Child. 3 Hours.

Piaget's basic theory, including his view of perceptual, symbolic, motor and logico-mathematical development, across the life span.

CDFS 591. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

CDFS 593. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

CDFS 595. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

CDFS 645. Socio-Emotional Development of Children. 3 Hours.

A study and examination of contemporary theory and research into various facets of the socialization process in infancy and childhood.

CDFS 647. Comparative Study of Family. 3 Hours.

Family diversity and multiculturalism in an ever-changing U.S. society is examined using the comparative method for analysis.

CDFS 648. Theories of Child and Adolescent Development. 3 Hours.

Examination and comparison of theoretical perspectives of child and adolescent development including traditional and newly emerging theories.

CDFS 649. Socialization Processes. 3 Hours.

Examination of the contexts that affect infant, child, and adolescent development, including family, peers, schools, neighborhood, media, and large societal influences.

CDFS 690. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of child development and family studies. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It also provides a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

CDFS 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

CDFS 696. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

CDFS 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

CDFS 698. Thesis or Dissertation. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. This is an optional course for programs that wish to provide formal supervision during the writing of student reports (698), or dissertations (798). Grading is normal.

CDFS 930. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology). These tuition-waived continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

COUN 501. Counseling Theory and Techniques 1. 3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Development and application of basic counseling skills including interviewing, clinical observations, and a general orientation to counseling theory and settings. Evaluation will be based on strengths and deficits in intra- and interpersonal skills and on demonstration of counseling skills in checkout situations. In-setting laboratory experience required.

COUN 505. Theory and Practice of Human Appraisal. 3 Hours.

An overview of standardized evaluation methods commonly utilized in educational and rehabilitation settings. Experience is provided in selection, administration, ethical standards, and interpretation of selected instruments.

COUN 512. Research & Evaluation in Counseling. 3 Hours.

PR: Admission to the Counseling Program. This course is designed to fulfill the CACREP education and training standards related to research and program evaluation. Basic concepts, strategies, methodologies, designs, and procedures of research in counseling will be addressed. Emphases are on integrating research designs, measurements, and statistics for initiating research projects, collecting and analyzing data, and interpreting and reporting findings.

COUN 536. Theories of Human Development. 3 Hours.

Theory and research on emotional, social, and intellectual development over the life span. Emphasis on application of developmental theories within educational and therapeutic settings.

COUN 593. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

COUN 606. Counseling Theory and Techniques 2. 3 Hours.

PR: COUN 501 and consent. A study of counseling approaches commonly used in public schools, colleges, and rehabilitation agencies. Application of theory emphasized.

COUN 609. Group Counseling Theory and Techniques. 3 Hours.

PR:COUN 606 and consent. Theories of group counseling and demonstrations of specific group techniques. Ethical standards. Evaluation will be based on expertise in group facilitation.

COUN 610. School Counseling Services 1. 3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Applications of counseling theories and techniques appropriate to the school counseling setting will be explored. Students will develop needs assessments, review legal and ethical issues related to schools, and develop a professional school counseling portfolio.

COUN 611. School Counseling Services 2. 3 Hours.

PR: COUN 610 with a minimum grade of B-. School-based field experience for school counseling majors. Skills covered include confidence in working with administrators, consultation with teachers, partnering with community and parents, sequencing class activities, budgeting, assessing needs and conducting program evaluation. This course offers students an overview of school operations as they relate to school counseling including an opportunity to observe the school setting.

COUN 619. Medical and Psychological Aspects of Disability. 3 Hours.

PR: Consent. An overview of medical aspects and implications of disability for the person in the rehabilitation process. Studies of the more common severe disabilities and their remediation also will be included.

COUN 620. Career Development & Job Placement. 3 Hours.

Principles and methods involved in career counseling as well as the placement of individuals with disabilities. Emphasis on the use of occupational and educational information, theories of career development and life-style planning, career choices, and lifelong work adjustment.

COUN 622. Introduction to Clinical Mental Health. 3 Hours.

PR or CONC: COUN 501 or consent. Role and function of the clinical mental health counselor; DSM categories and ethical standards, cognitive skills and practical experience necessary to understand client populations served by community agencies.

COUN 624. Case Management. 3 Hours.

PR: COUN 620 or REHB 620. The planning and management of client services focusing on serving the public and private sectors. This course will explore both career and independent living concerns within Human Service and Rehabilitation Service Systems.

COUN 630. Children/Adolescents/Parents. 3 Hours.

PR: COUN 501. Practical application of the principles of counseling children, adolescents, and parents.

COUN 634. Cultural Issues. 3 Hours.

PR: Program major or consent. The impact of cultural differences on the counseling process including gender, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and counseling styles will be discussed. Racial identity development models will be discussed. Group and experiential activities are required.

COUN 640. Addictions Counseling. 3 Hours.

PR: COUN 501 and PR or CONC: COUN 606 or Consent. Specific techniques and models that apply to counseling the addicted client will be explored. Chemical addictions, food addictions, relationship addictions, sexual addictions, and ethics will be addressed. Demonstration of counseling clients with various addictions is required.

COUN 645. Couples and Family Counseling. 3 Hours.

PR: COUN 501, COUN 606 or Consent. Techniques and methods of couples and family counseling. Emphasis on ethics, diversity, theory and practice of couples and family counseling. Demonstration of counseling skills for couples and families is required.

COUN 664. Ethical Issues in Counseling. 3 Hours.

PR: COUN 501 and COUN 606. Surveys the legal and ethical issues and professional ethics codes in the counseling profession. Ethical principles applied to schools, agencies, and private practice. Meets ethics content requirement for the LPC.

COUN 665. Diagnosis and Treatment Planning. 3 Hours.

PR: COUN 536 and COUN 606. Framework for exploring the range of personality and behavioral disorders as described in the DSM. Focus on: descriptive criteria, etiology, assessment, diagnosis, multicultural considerations, psychotropic treatments of, and understanding of the major diagnostic categories.

COUN 668. Crisis Trauma Grief Counseling. 3 Hours.

PR: COUN 501. Application of theories and techniques related to crisis, trauma, suicide, childhood trauma, disaster mental health issues, and all aspects of grief counseling will be explored.

COUN 684. Supervision Models/Counseling. 3 Hours.

PR: COUN 606. The current models of supervision that are commonly utilized by supervisors in the field and the techniques associated with the different models will be investigated.

COUN 685. Practicum. 1-12 Hours.

PR: Preregistration; liability insurance; cleared for internship at close of semester, or a M.A. degree, and consent of department practicum evaluation committee. An intensive supervised practical experience in public schools or agencies, in counseling with individual critique and appropriate small-group experiences. Demonstration of high professional standards, counseling skills, and personal characteristics appropriate to the counseling relationship are essential. (Due to the limited number of summer sites, there can be no guarantee of summer practicum placement.)(Practicum is a prerequisite for internship placement. Internship is a one-semester, minimum four-day per week field experience following practicum. This two-semester sequence replaces the previous one-semester practicum.).

COUN 686. Counseling Internship. 1-12 Hours.

PR: Preregistration, completion of COUN 685 Practicum and consent of department field work coordinator. A full-time supervised field experience. Demonstration of counseling program management skills and ethical conduct is required- ACA Ethical Behavior Standards will be used to determine appropriate professional conduct.

COUN 690. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching.

COUN 691. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

COUN 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

COUN 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

COUN 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

COUN 900. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology.) The continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

COUN 930. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology.) These tuition-waived continuing education courses are graded on a satisfactory or unsatisfactory grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

CPSY 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of counseling psychology. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It will also present a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

CPSY 791. Advanced Study. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

CPSY 792. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

CPSY 793. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

CPSY 795. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

CPSY 796. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

CPSY 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

EDLS 691. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

EDLS 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

EDLS 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

EDLS 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

EDLS 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of education leader- ship studies. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It will also present a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

EDLS 791. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

EDLS 792. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

EDLS 793. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

EDLS 795. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

EDLS 796. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

EDLS 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

EDLS 930. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology.) These tuition-waived, continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

EDP 600. Educational Psychology. 3 Hours.

Designed for beginning graduate students. Psychological principles of learning and development as they relate to processes of instruction.

EDP 618. Mixing Research Methodologies. 3 Hours.

PR: EDP 612. Focus on choices available for and processes involved in mixing qualitative and quantitative research and evaluation methodologies.

EDP 640. Instructional Design. 3 Hours.

Introduction to the major components of the instructional design process, from needs analysis through evaluation and implementation. Students will demonstrate the elements of the process with a design plan for an instructional project.

EDP 690. Teaching Practicum. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of educational psychology. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It also provides a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

EDP 691. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

EDP 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

EDP 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

EDP 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

EDP 698. Thesis or Dissertation. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. This is an optional course for programs that wish to provide formal supervision during the writing of student reports (698), or dissertations (798). Grading is normal.

EDP 711. Multivariate Methods 1. 3 Hours.

PR: EDP 614. General and generalized linear models; repeated measures analysis of variance for one- and two-way designs, split-plot/mixed analysis of variance, and profile analysis; multivariate analysis of variance, multivariate analysis of co-variance, and discriminant function analysis for one-way and two-way designs.

EDP 730. Cognition and Learning. 3 Hours.

Theories of knowledge representation including information processing models, learning strategies across content areas and transfer of learning strategies; additional focus on problem-solving, expertise, strategic reading, and strategy instruction.

EDP 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

Supervised practice in college teaching of education psychology. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It will also present a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

EDP 791. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

EDP 792. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

EDP 793. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

EDP 795. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

EDP 796. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

EDP 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

EDP 930. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology.) These tuition-waived, continuing education courses are graded on a Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

EDUC 604. Foundations of Education. 3 Hours.

Examines the social and cultural foundations of education. Analyzes interpretive, normative, and critical perspectives on education, both inside of and outside of schools.

EDUC 608. Research in Appalachian Contexts. 3 Hours.

This course invites master's and doctoral students to study in-depth the importance of the Appalachian and West Virginian context to their thesis and dissertation research. In the course, we will consider various qualitative research designs and opportunities to support research that explore assets, concerns, and conflicts specific to the region.

EDUC 609. Theories and Practices of Learning. 3 Hours.

Examines key learning theories that undergird education research and policy. Analyzes assumptions and affordances of learning theories. Applies learning theories to empirical issues.

EDUC 625. Leadership and Organizations. 3 Hours.

This course provides an overview of the major theories that inform our understanding of K-20 educational organizations and forms of leadership within those organizational contexts.

EDUC 628. Education Policy and Politics. 3 Hours.

The purpose of this course is to explore federal and state-level policy processes in American education, with focus on testing and evaluation at the K-12 level, students' entry into and success in higher education, and funding of both K-12 school districts and higher education institutions.

EDUC 630. Strategic Leadership. 3 Hours.

In this course, students will learn how to develop a data-informed strategic plan that advances mission, vision, and values, attends to stakeholder needs. Further, students will design an implementation plan, including resourcing, and an evaluation plan for continuous cycles of improvement.

EDUC 631. Instructional Leadership. 3 Hours.

Educational leaders are the instructional leaders for their schools and districts. They must have the knowledge and skills necessary to lead data-driven instructional and curricular reforms to promote equity and student success. In this course, students will learn how to develop logic models for curricular and instructional interventions and assessments, design assessment plans, and provide professional learning opportunities for educators.

EDUC 632. Cultural Leadership. 3 Hours.

In this course, students will learn how to use schoolwide and districtwide data to recognize inequities and school culture challenges. They will learn contemporary influences on inequities and contributors to negative and positive school and district cultures. Finally, they will utilize a community of care framework to respond to climate and culture challenges and create safe, equitable, and inclusive schools.

EDUC 633. Ethical & Policy Leadership. 3 Hours.

In this course, students will engage in ethical and legally-responsive leadership reflection, case analysis, and develop opportunities to serve as advocates to promote student and staff well being and success.

EDUC 634. Organizational & Community Leadership. 3 Hours.

Educational leaders must be responsive to student, school, and community needs. In this course students will learn theories of organizations, community, and engagement, and apply these in leadership practice.

EDUC 635. Superintendent Seminar. 3 Hours.

In this course, aspiring superintendents will utilize leadership and organizational theories to respond to contemporary leadership challenges through authentic cases. Place-based theories will be integrated throughout the course.

EDUC 639. Leadership Internship 1. 3 Hours.

PR or CONC: EDUC 633. In the building-level internship course, students will work with a local mentor to navigate common leadership roles and responsibilities, including resource allocation for school improvement, teacher recruitment and retention, and promoting a safe school environment. The internship placement consists of 140 hours of fieldwork and culminates in a portfolio of practice.

EDUC 640. Leadership Internship 2. 3 Hours.

PR: EDUC 639 or departmental approval. In the district-level internship course, students will work with a local mentor to navigate common leadership roles and responsibilities, including equitable resource distribution, capacity building, communications, political leadership, and policy advocacy using place-based leadership strategies. The internship placement consists of 140 hours of fieldwork and culminates in a portfolio of practice.

EDUC 641. Place-based Leadership. 3 Hours.

Rural and urban leaders face similar challenges in their work. In this course, students will use place-based theories of leadership to locate and leverage local strengths to respond to context-specific leadership challenges.

EDUC 652. Statistical Methods 1. 3 Hours.

Basic concepts of statistical models, distributions, probability, random variables, tests of hypotheses, confidence intervals, regressions, correlation, transformation, F and chi-square distributions, and analysis of variance and sample size.

EDUC 653. Statistical Methods 2. 3 Hours.

PR: EDUC 652. Covers analysis of variance models and extensions, including two-way, repeated measures, and mixed ANOVA and analysis of covariance, as well as correlation and multiple regression, foundations of mediation and moderation, and logistic regression. Major focus on applied practice, interpretation, and reporting. Emphasizes conceptual and procedural understanding.

EDUC 658. Survey Research Methods. 3 Hours.

PR: EDUC 652. Addresses how to develop, validate, and critically evaluate survey instruments. Covers item development, scaling and scoring procedures, methods of assessing and supporting validity evidence, factor analysis/analytic procedures, score reliability, and ethical issues associated with educational measurement.

EDUC 670. Writing Education Research. 3 Hours.

In this practical course, students will draft educational research, with a particular focus on prospectus writing. Topics will include: building an introduction, synthesizing literature, and justifying appropriate research methods.

EDUC 692. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

EDUC 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

EDUC 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

EDUC 696. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

EDUC 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

EDUC 701. Teaching in Higher Education. 3 Hours.

Covers instructional concepts and strategies in higher education, including active, transparent, and student-centered pedagogies. Addresses learning objectives, planning criteria and methods, teaching and learning strategies, and student-centered methods of assessment. Covers in-person, online, and hybrid learning environments.

EDUC 702. Curriculum Development and Reform in Educational Contexts. 3 Hours.

Provides an overview of the historical and philosophical bases for current K-20 education curriculum trends and debates. Examines contemporary contextual influences on the curriculum, as well as the major strands involved in academic planning, including learners, instruction, curriculum design and development, and assessment. Investigate current curricular reforms and movements in light of changing local, national, and global contexts.

EDUC 703. Diversity in Education. 3 Hours.

Diversity in Education is designed to facilitate understanding of diverse student and faculty experiences across the K-20 educational landscape and application of theories, models, and social justice concepts to practice through authentic cases.

EDUC 704. Academic Profession Seminar. 3 Hours.

The Academic Profession Seminar introduces students to the major concepts of the professoriate, including theorizing of the profession, faculty experiences and roles in an evolving professional landscape, and external and organizational influences on faculty work and academic leadership. The course also prepares students for engaging in the faculty job search process through the development of application materials.

EDUC 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of education. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It will also present a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

EDUC 795. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

EDUC 796. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

EDUC 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper, or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

EDUC 930. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development course providing skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology). These tuition-waived, continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

HDFS 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

HDFS 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of (Subject matter determined by department/devision/college/school offering the course). NOTE: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. I also a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experiences.

HDFS 793. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

HDFS 795. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

HDFS 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading will be S/U).

HIED 651. College Student Development. 3 Hours.

Review of research and literature on college student development from beginning freshmen through graduate school. Emphasis on different student subgroups.

HIED 658. Colleges and Communities. 3 Hours.

This course provides an introduction to engagement approaches in higher education institutions, including the contexts for outreach-engagement, engaged scholarship and service learning, and the special cases of public and land-grant institutions. Students will engage in service learning as part of the course.

HIED 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

HIED 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

HIED 754. Women and Gender Issues in HIED. 3 Hours.

In this course students will utilize feminist and gender theories to explore historical and contemporary women’s and gendered issues and experiences in higher education, with a focus on students, faculty, and leaders.

HIED 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of HIED. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepaired and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It also provides a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience.

HIED 793. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

HIED 795. Independent Study. 1-6 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

HIED 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis(698), problem report (698), research paper or equivalent scholarly project (698), or dissertation (798).

IDT 600. Instructional Design and Technology Theories and Models. 3 Hours.

Introduces students to the knowledge base of instructional design and technology.

IDT 675. Online Teaching and Learning. 3 Hours.

PR: Graduate standing. This course provides an overview of major teaching models and factors to be considered in creating and teaching an online course, and guides the learner through the process of actually developing a specific online course in a learning management system.

IDT 691. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

IDT 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

IDT 698. Thesis or Dissertation. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. This is an optional course for programs that wish to provide formal supervision during the writing of student reports (698), or dissertations (798). Grading is normal.

IDT 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

Supervised practice in college teaching of technology education. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It will also present a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

IDT 791. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

IDT 792. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

IDT 793. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

IDT 795. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

IDT 796. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

IDT 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

IDT 900. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology.) The continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

IDT 930. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology.) These tuition waived continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

IDT 931. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology.) These tuition waived continuing education courses are graded on a Pass/Fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

LE 603. Children Literature. 3 Hours.

This course provides information about different genres, topics, and aspects of children's literature in the elementary classroom.

LE 620. Specialized Literacy Professionals. 3 Hours.

This course investigates the history of the role of the reading specialist, adult learning theory, coaching. collaboration, professional standards, and contemporary research on specialized literacy professionals.

LE 621. Knowledge of Literacy Instruction. 3 Hours.

This course targets the following aspects of the reading process: phonemic awareness, word study (phonics and vocabulary), fluency, and comprehension and develops content, pedagogical and curricular knowledge along developmental continuums of learning.

LE 622. Disciplinary Literacy. 3 Hours.

The course targets comprehension, vocabulary and writing instruction and examines ways in which they may be developed in the K-12 disciplines including science, social studies, math, and English language arts.

LE 623. Early Literacy Instruction. 3 Hours.

This course focuses on young learner's oral language, reading and writing development and instructional approaches for fostering growth at home and in preschool and kindergarten classrooms.

LE 624. Foundations of Literacy. 3 Hours.

This course explores the relationship between theoretical, conceptual, historical, contemporary and evidence-based foundations of literacy and language (reading, writing, and oral language).

LE 627. Motivation and Engagement in Literacy Learning. 3 Hours.

Reading, writing, and technology are examined through theoretical constructs of learner motivation and engagement in this course.

LE 640. Literacy Intervention 1. 3 Hours.

PR: LE 621 or RDNG 621. This course emphasizes a learner-centered approach to literacy instruction. It focuses on how to effectively plan for developmentally appropriate differentiated literacy instruction for all students and specifically addresses student learning needs when reading difficulties arise. Candidates provide individualized instruction to a diverse learner who struggles and have opportunities to provide peer feedback in this course.

LE 682. Literacy Assessments. 3 Hours.

This course focuses on foundational knowledge, purposes, terminology, and analysis procedures associated with formal and informal literacy assessments.

LE 689. Literacy Intervention 2. 3 Hours.

PR: LE 640 and consent. This practical experience provides literacy education candidates’ opportunities to apply learner-centered concepts to small group teaching contexts. Candidates plan for and provide developmentally appropriate literacy instruction with small groups of diverse students and provide instructional feedback to peers.

LE 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

LE 726. Literacy Leadership. 3 Hours.

PR: LE 620 and consent. This course analyzes the foundations of literacy leadership, school culture, professional development, policy, advocacy, and coaching. In this course, candidates will be provided with an opportunity to complete an inquiry project in a school setting designed to evaluate the school’s literacy program. Candidates will create and implement a professional learning plan for a school-wide literacy program.

PET 565. Models-based Physical Education. 3 Hours.

This course aims to explore the foundations and application of models-based curricula in physical education. Students will delve into the core principles of models-based practice, serving as the groundwork for the in-depth exploration of diverse curriculum models. These models are designed to improve student learning and performance, enhance instructional effectiveness, foster professional community building, and promote professional development and advocacy.

PET 573. Instructional Technology in Physical Education. 3 Hours.

This course aims to explore cutting-edge instructional technologies and develop strategies for their seamless integration into physical education instruction. Students will engage with a range of instructional technologies designed to elevate student learning and performance, improve instructional effectiveness, foster professional community building, and promote professional development and advocacy within the field.

PET 574. Models-based Physical Education-Advanced Laboratory. 1-3 Hours.

This course delves into the intricacies of models-based practice within physical education curriculum development. Students will explore the art of applying curriculum planning, design, and evaluation principles to create effective physical education curricula. The course focuses on elucidating the advantages of Models-Based Practice within the physical education context.

PET 575. Principles of Effective Teaching in Physical Education-Advanced Laboratory. 1-3 Hours.

This course offers students hands-on teaching experiences in children and youth physical activity programs. Students apply research-based teaching principles, including effective instructional system elements and diverse instructional methods. The focus is on analyzing teaching practices, reflecting on experiences, and assessing progress toward expertise in physical education instruction.

PET 576. Adapted Physical Education-Advanced Laboratory. 1-3 Hours.

This course immerses students in teaching physical activity to children, focusing on inclusive practices for learners with disabilities. Students practice assessing progress, adapting lesson plans, managing diverse classes, and improving teaching.

PET 577. School Physical Activity Programs-Advanced Laboratory. 1-3 Hours.

This course guides students through developing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive school physical activity programs (CSPAP) using a participatory approach. Students engage in all recommended steps of the CSPAP planning process using an actual K-12 setting. A range of facilitators and barriers to effective physical education promotion in school-based settings are also be addressed.

PET 580. School Physical Activity Programs. 3 Hours.

This course focuses on the literature on children's physical activity, health-related fitness, and school-based interventions through a multi-level approach. It offers an in-depth study of comprehensive school physical activity programs, focusing on key components such as quality physical education, before and after-school activities, during school initiatives, family and community engagement, as well as staff involvement.

PET 581. Adapted Physical Education. 3 Hours.

This course is designed to explore the motor developmental patterns of diverse special population groups, with a particular focus on the interactive role of physical education in the developmental process. Emphasizing current research in developmental areas, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how physical education contributes to the development of individuals with unique needs.

PET 583. Principles of Effective Teaching. 3 Hours.

Research based principles of effective teaching as they relate to physical education. Students will examine and evaluate their own teaching practices through a series of reflective assignments.

PET 585. Physical Education Supervision and Advocacy-Advanced Laboratory. 1-3 Hours.

This course focuses on effective programmatic supervision and advocacy practices for leaders in school physical activity and physical education. Topics of discussion include the relevant literature covering leadership, program evaluation, capacity building, and advocacy. Students will apply these concepts to develop professional leadership and advocacy plans for their specific physical education programs.

PET 587. Student Teaching: K-5 Physical Education. 5 Hours.

PR or CONC: PET 588 and PET 589. A final, school-based practice teaching experience in elementary schools.

PET 588. Student Teaching: 6-12 Physical Education. 5 Hours.

PR or CONC: PET 587 and PET 589. A final, school-based practice teaching experience in secondary schools.

PET 690. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of physical education teaching. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It also provides a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading may be P/F.).

PET 691. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

PET 692. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

PET 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

PET 694. Seminar. 1-6 Hours.

Special seminars arranged for advanced graduate students.

PET 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

PET 696. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

PET 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper, or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

PET 698. Thesis or Dissertation. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. This is an optional course for programs that wish to provide formal supervision during the writing of student reports (698), or dissertations (798). Grading is normal.

PET 699. Graduate Colloquium. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. For graduate students not seeking coursework credit but who wish to meet residency requirements, use the University's facilities, and participate in its academic and cultural programs. Note: Graduate students who are not actively involved in coursework or research are entitled, through enrollment in their department's 699/799 Graduate Colloquium to consult with graduate faculty, participate in both formal and informal academic activities sponsored by their program, and retain all of the rights and privileges of duly enrolled students. Grading is P/F; colloquium credit may not be counted against requirements for masters programs. Registration for one credit of 699/799 graduate colloquium satisfies the University requirement of registration in the semester in which graduation occurs.

PET 735. Critical Thinking in Sport & Physical Education Research. 3 Hours.

PR: Admission to a School of Sport Science Doctoral Degree (Ed/D/PhD), program and/or course instructor approval. The objective for this course is to use a critical thinking framework to examine the research literature that underlies the knowledge base in physical education teaching and teacher education and coaching and coaching education for students in a doctoral level program in physical education and sport coaching studies.

PET 741. Action Research in Kinesiology. 3 Hours.

In this graduate seminar, students learn about action research design and its use to inform program development and professional practice in kinesiology-related settings. Action research is a systematic process by which the researcher employs a range of investigative, evaluative, and analytical methods to address problems of professional practice using an iterative or cyclical approach.

PET 745. Higher Education Curriculum in Kinesiology. 3 Hours.

Examination of higher education curricula in physical education teacher education, coaching education, and related fields with an emphasis on current curricular issues.

PET 753. Policy and Advocacy in Kinesiology. 3 Hours.

Current landscape of policy and advocacy in kinesiology and the theoretical and conceptual frameworks underlying it. Students critically analyze existing policies and utilize research evidence to support advocacy efforts.

PET 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of physical education. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It will also present a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading may be S/U.).

PET 791. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

PET 792. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

PET 793. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

PET 795. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

PET 796. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

PET 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading will be S/U.).

PET 930. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology). The tuition-waived continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

RDNG 691. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

RDNG 692. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

RDNG 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

RDNG 694. Seminar. 1-6 Hours.

Special seminars arranged for advanced graduate students.

RDNG 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

RDNG 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

RDNG 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of reading. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It will also present a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

RDNG 791. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

RDNG 792. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

RDNG 793. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

RDNG 795. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

RDNG 796. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

RDNG 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

RDNG 900. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology.) The continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

RDNG 930. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology.) These tuition waived continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

REHB 690. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of human resources and education. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It also provides a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

REHB 691. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

REHB 692. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

REHB 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

REHB 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

REHB 696. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

REHB 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

REHB 698. Thesis or Dissertation. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. This is an optional course for programs that wish to provide formal supervision during the writing of student reports (698), or dissertations (798). Grading is normal.

REHB 699. Graduate Colloquium. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. For graduate students not seeking course work credit but who wish to meet residency requirements, use the University's facilities, and participate in its academic and cultural programs. Note: Graduate students who are not actively involved in coursework or research are entitled, through enrollment in their department's 699/799 Graduate colloquium to consult with graduate faculty, participate in both formal and informal academic activities sponsored by their program, and retain all of the rights and privileges of duly enrolled students. Grading is S/U; colloquium credit may not be counted against credit requirements for masters programs. Registration for one credit of 699/799 graduate colloquium satisfies the University requirement of registration in the semester in which graduation occurs.

SCFD 593. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

SCFD 605. Educational Research Literacy. 3 Hours.

This course provides a foundation for graduate students to introduce them to an array of research questions about and research approaches in education, to induct them into ways of framing and pursuing educational research questions, and to orient them to analytically reading and synthesizing published educational research for a variety of methods and theoretical traditions.

SCFD 615. Qualitative Research Methods. 3 Hours.

An introduction to the nature of qualitative research and to techniques of interviewing, observation, and the analysis of documents and other cultural artifacts. Includes guided experience in designing and implementing a qualitative research study.

SCFD 620. Philosophy of Education. 3 Hours.

Examines different systems of educational philosophies focusing on aims, values, and criteria of education. Stresses the application of philosophic thinking to educational language, issues, methods, and subject matter.

SCFD 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

SCFD 694. Seminar. 1-6 Hours.

Selected topics in historical, sociological, and philosophical foundations of education. (Titles to be announced each semester.).

SCFD 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

SCFD 715. Advanced Qualitative Research. 3 Hours.

PR: SCFD 615. Advanced exploration of methodological issues related to qualitative research, including basic interpretive, case study, grounded theory, phenomenological, and mixed-methods dissertations and research projects. The course also provides a service course for doctoral students in other colleges.

SCFD 781. Nature of Inquiry 1. 1 Hour.

PR: HR&E Interdisciplinary PhD students or consent. First course in a sequence focusing on epistemological, ontological, cultural, and political contexts of educational inquiry. (Grading S/U.).

SCFD 782. Nature of Inquiry 2. 1 Hour.

PR: SCFD 781 or consent. Second course in a sequence focusing on epistemological, ontological, cultural, and political contexts of educational inquiry. (Grading S/U.).

SCFD 783. Nature of Inquiry 3. 1 Hour.

PR: SCFD 782 or consent. Third course in a sequence focusing on epistemological, ontological, cultural, and political contexts of educational inquiry. (Grading S/U.).

SCFD 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of SCFD. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It will also present a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

SCFD 791. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

SCFD 792. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

SCFD 793. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

SCFD 795. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

SCFD 796. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

SCFD 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

SEP 515. Research Methods and Statistics. 3 Hours.

Students will learn research approaches used in sport and performance psychology and related fields to be informed consumers of research as part of the scientist-practitioner model. Topics will include assessment of basic types of research methods and study designs, issues related to testing and measurement, descriptive techniques and inferential statistics, and ethical considerations in sport and performance psychology research.

SEP 518. Helping Relationships in Performance Domains. 3 Hours.

This course explores the foundational principles and applied skills required to establish and maintain effective helping relationships in performance consultation. Students will develop the interpersonal competencies required to foster meaningful connections with performers across diverse performance domains. Students will learn to assess key factors that influence client performance and well-being, critically evaluate theory, and construct a philosophy of practice.

SEP 519. Basic Techniques for Performance Enhancement. 3 Hours.

This course is an exploration of foundational tools and developing skillsets in individual and group performance enhancement across multiple domains of performance. This includes an introduction to the psychology of stress and the stress-performance relationship, an examination of the cardinal skills, tools, and assessment for performance enhancement, and an overview of basic group structure and dynamics.

SEP 520. Advanced Techniques for Performance Enhancement. 3 Hours.

This course is an exploration of advanced skillsets and mindsets in individual and group performance enhancement. This course will include an examination of mindfulness, the core processes of psychological flexibility, and advanced team dynamics concepts. Athletes and performers in multiple domains are used as case studies.

SEP 521. Psychopathology and Performance. 3 Hours.

This course examines the psychosocial aspects of athletes' and performers' life experiences, emphasizing common mental health challenges and counseling interventions. Students in this course will critically examine common categories of mental health diagnoses and how they manifest in performance populations. The course will highlight individual and systemic interventions as well as prevention and treatment approaches.

SEP 524. Understanding the Psychological Bases of Individual Differences. 3 Hours.

Examines the foundational biological, psychological, and social processes that drive human behavior, with a focus on how individuals differ across dimensions such as brain function, cognition, personality, and emotional response. Integrating classic and contemporary theories, students explore individual differences in these dimensions across the human lifespan. Understanding applying individual difference knowledge to real-world settings and helping professions is emphasized.

SEP 525. Cultural Competencies in Sport and Performance Psychology. 3 Hours.

Students in this course will examine the cultural implications of service provision in applied sport and performance psychology. Throughout this course, students will become familiarized with various components of consultant and client identities and beliefs, how to have productive conversations pertaining to those topics, and how to plan for lifelong learning in this area.

SEP 527. Ethical and Legal Issues in Sport and Performance Psychology. 3 Hours.

Students in this course will examine the essential ethical and legal issues that sport and performance psychology professionals encounter in their consulting, teaching, mentoring, and research roles. Students will demonstrate their understanding through problem-based assignments, case examinations, personal reflection, communities of practice, and critical examination of relevant literature and ethics codes with an emphasis on the AASP Ethics Code.

SEP 540. Theoretical Sport and Performance Foundations for Practice. 3 Hours.

Students in this course will examine the theoretical foundations of sport and performance psychology. Students will explore key theories and models that influence human performance in sport and other performance contexts. Aligned with professional ethics, students will develop a strong theoretical foundation to inform evidence-based practice in performance enhancement.

SEP 547. Mentorship in Sport and Performance Psychology. 1-6 Hours.

This course is designed to help students bridge theoretical learning from classroom experience to direct services with performers. Under the guidance of qualified CMPC mentors, this course provides students with hands-on experience in sport and performance psychology consulting, emphasizing the ethical and individualized application of performance enhancement techniques with athletes and performers. This course is offered in a variable credit.

SEP 615. Research Methodology in Physical Education. 3 Hours.

PR: Graduate standing or consent. Application of historical, descriptive, and experimental research strategies and designs to physical education. (Also listed as PET 615.).

SEP 647. Supervision Sport Psychology. 1-6 Hours.

Supervision of graduate-level applied sport psychology consultation.

SEP 690. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of sport studies. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It also provides a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be P/F.).

SEP 691. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

SEP 692. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

SEP 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

SEP 694. Seminar. 1-6 Hours.

Special seminars arranged for advanced graduate students.

SEP 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

SEP 696. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

SEP 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

SEP 698. Thesis or Dissertation. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. This is an optional course for programs that wish to provide formal supervision during the writing of student reports (698), or dissertations (798). Grading is normal.

SEP 699. Graduate Colloquium. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. For graduate students nor seeking coursework credit but who wish to meet residency requirements, use the University's facilities, and participate in its academic and cultural programs. Note: Graduate students who are not actively involved in coursework or research are entitled, through enrollment in their department's 699/799 Graduate Colloquium to consult with graduate faculty, participate in both formal and informal academic activities sponsored by their program, and retain all of the rights and privileges of duly enrolled students. Grading is P/F; colloquium credit may not be counted against credit requirements for masters programs. Registration for one credit of 699/799 graduate colloquium satisfies the University requirement of registration in the semester in which graduation occurs.

SEP 719. Social and Psychological Foundations of Performance. 3 Hours.

PR: SEP 640. An examination of how and why behavior and performance are affected by psychological factors and interactions with others in performance settings. An emphasis is placed upon individual and group performance within sport and other evaluative settings.

SEP 720. Psychological Sport Performance Enhancement. 3 Hours.

An in-depth examination of commonly used interventions designed to maximize the performance of individual athletes and teams.

SEP 721. Counseling College Student-Athletes. 3 Hours.

An exploration of psycho-social aspects of college student- athletes' life experiences and common counseling concerns to include individual and systems intervention used to assist this at-risk group.

SEP 727. Ethical/Legal Issues in sport Psychology. 3 Hours.

Graduate-level seminar on ethical and legal aspects of research, teaching and practice in sport and exercise psychology.

SEP 765. Dissertation and Thesis Seminar. 3 Hours.

Critical development and analysis of the graduate student's dissertation or research proposal.

SEP 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of sport studies. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It will also present a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

SEP 791. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

SEP 792. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

SEP 793. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

SEP 795. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

SEP 796. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

SEP 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

SM 502. Revenue Generation and Financial Sustainability in Sport. 3 Hours.

This course covers the various sources of revenue for sport organizations, including ticket sales, donations, sponsorships, media rights, and licensing. The course includes contemporary topics such as name, image and likeness and athlete branding. This course also integrates practical skillsets related to development, including interpersonal skills such as: professionalism, active listening, networking and alumni relations.

SM 503. Data-Based Decision-Making in Sport Organizations. 3 Hours.

Provides a comprehensive overview of the value of data in sport organizations. This class demonstrates how data can be used in sport organizations to inform operational decision-making. Students will learn the value of data planning, collection, analysis, visual and/or graphic representation, and business presentation skills including compelling story telling with data.

SM 504. Human Resource Development and Managing Change in Sport Organizations. 3 Hours.

This class focuses on the application of innovation, management, and organizational change. Students will develop skill sets to build innovative management proficiencies that provide a sustainable competitive advantage in sport organizations.

SM 505. Critical Thinking and Ethics in Sport. 3 Hours.

This course incorporates case studies in which students will wrestle with compliance, governance, and ethics at a deeper, applied level. Practical skill sets learned will include critical thinking, collaboration, persuasion, and diplomacy. This course is meant to prepare future leaders in the sport industry to think and behave critically and ethically.

SM 516. Applied Research in Sport Management. 3 Hours.

PR: Graduate standing or consent. This course is for students enrolled in the master’s degree in Sport Management with an area of emphasis of “Comprehensive Sport Industry Management.” Students introduced to the fundamentals of research methods and design with an emphasis in the managerial aspects of sport. This course focuses on the importance of research as a tool to inform decision-making in sport.

SM 527. Navigating Legal Issues in Sport Management. 3 Hours.

The NCAA, its rules, and its regulations: In-depth study of professional sport leagues, their constitution, by-laws, regulations, collective bargaining agreements, standard player contracts; legal issues involving sport agents.

SM 535. Management of Human Resources in Sport Organizations. 3 Hours.

PR: Consent. This course takes a broad look at the way sport organizations are managed. Most of the course content is drawn from the literature and resources on both organizational theory and organizational behavior as this course aims to provide students with a solid theoretical background on how sport organizations work.

SM 540. Sport Policy and Governance. 3 Hours.

This course examines the issues and the stakeholders in the governance of sport and sport organizations at the local, national, and international levels. This course provides an in-depth study of the history, development, and organizational structures of the organizations that govern amateur and professional sports.

SM 545. Current Issues & Applications in Sport Management. 3 Hours.

The course specifically focuses on current issues in sport management where an emphasis will be put on applied management skills, decision making, communication, and career development. Students will also apply knowledge of the fundamentals of research methods and design as they read and analyze case studies in sport management.

SM 546. Sport Consumer Behavior and Marketing. 3 Hours.

This course aims to facilitate an understanding of marketing by bringing theories and concepts to bear upon issues in sport marketing. Students will be asked to analyze how sport is marketed from a systems perspective. This class will teach students how to incorporate the perspectives and models relevant to marketing sport organizations and how external companies market through sport entities.

SM 570. Financial Decision-Making in Sport. 3 Hours.

PR: Graduate standing or consent. Examines the financial tools used by sports managers. It explores traditional and innovative methods of revenue acquisition and financial management, the financial business structure of sports organizations, and the financial planning and forecasting processes that make organizations effective. Other aspects of finance are discussed as they relate to sports organizations with a special focus on strategy.

SM 571. Interscholastic Sport Organization and Administration. 3 Hours.

This class is designed to provide current or future interscholastic athletic administrators with fundamental theoretical and practical knowledge to be successful in interscholastic athletics. Topics of administrative principles, managerial responsibilities, and current and potential issues in interscholastic athletics will be covered.

SM 575. Sport Development and Fundraising. 3 Hours.

Blend of fundraising theory and practice. Covers the administrative aspects of conceptualizing, developing, and implementing athletic program fundraising through the actual operation of an assortment of straightforward and complex fundraisers. Numerous practical applications provided to stimulate student learning through the delineation of ‘real world’ athletic program fundraising activities.

SM 578. Leadership in Interscholastic Athletic Administration. 3 Hours.

This course examines contemporary and productive leadership and management principles and concepts used throughout the sport industry, but specifically focused on their use within Interscholastic Athletic Administration. This course also fulfills a requirement to enable students to gain certification as an Interscholastic Athletic Administrator and covers LTCs 504 and 506, which are required for the certification.

SM 580. Social and Ethical Responsibility in Sport. 3 Hours.

This course is designed to foster critical thinking, writing, and discussion about the sociological, cultural and ethical dimensions of sport and their impact upon modern society. Social theories and ethical concepts covered and its application to key social issues that affects the development of sport. Students examine specific cases from a sociological and ethical angle.

SM 586. Sport Facility Operations. 3 Hours.

In-depth study of sport facilities, including planning, design, liability and facility management concepts and evaluation. To fulfill course and module learning outcomes, you will actively participate in learning modules. Each module will contain readings, commentary, and media - each of which will contribute to advancing your knowledge.

SM 590. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of sport management. Note: This course in intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It will also present a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience.

SM 593. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

SM 685. Internship in Sport Management. 1-6 Hours.

Supervised professional fieldwork providing students with the opportunity for practical application of classroom theory in a professional work environment. Acquire experience in the Sport Management Industry or a related field including areas such as program planning, leadership, supervision, resource/facility management, public relations, entertainment, sales, fund-raising, development, marketing, and evaluation.

SM 690. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of sport studies. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It also provides a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be P/F.).

SM 691. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

SM 692. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

SM 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

SM 694. Seminar. 1-6 Hours.

Special seminars arranged for advanced graduate students.

SM 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

SM 696. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

SM 697. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

SM 698. Thesis or Dissertation. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. This is an optional course for programs that wish to provide formal supervision during the writing of student reports (698), or dissertations (798). Grading is normal.

SM 699. Graduate Colloquium. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. For graduate students not seeking coursework credit but who wish to meet residency requirements, use the University's facilities, and participate in its academic and cultural programs. Note: Graduate students who are not actively involved in coursework or research are entitled through enrollment in their department's 699/799 Graduate Colloquium to consult with graduate faculty, participate in both formal and informal academic activities sponsored by their program, and retain all of the rights and privileges of duly enrolled students. Grading is P/F; colloquium credit may not be counted against credit requirements for masters programs. Registration for one credit of 699/799 graduate colloquium satisfies the University requirement of registration in the semester in which graduation occurs.

SM 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of sport studies. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It will also present a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be P/F.).

SM 791. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

SM 792. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

SM 793. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

SM 795. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

SM 796. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Each graduate student will present at least one seminar to the assembled faculty and graduate student body of his or her program.

SM 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

SPED 500. Legal/Educational Foundations: Special Education. 3 Hours.

Comprehensive overview of legal requirements and educational practices related to exceptionalities which require special education.

SPED 501. Academic Interventions for Special Needs. 3 Hours.

Curriculum development and instructional programming across academic content areas for students with mild/moderate disabilities.

SPED 563. Co-Planning/Co-Teaching for Inclusion for Special Needs. 3 Hours.

Developing successful working relationships with teacher colleagues, implementing models of professional collaboration and consultation in school settings; implementing models of co-teaching in classroom environments; coordinating planning and teaching activities for co-taught lessons; applying conflict management and problem resolution strategies to facilitate collaboration in inclusive schools.

SPED 566. Individualizing Behavior Interventions for Special Needs. 3 Hours.

Developing and conducting functional behavior assessments to target inappropriate behaviors exhibited by students with disabilities; designing and implementing individualized Behavior Intervention Plans to promote student engagement and manage inappropriate behaviors in the classroom; collecting and interpreting data to assess effectiveness of Behavior Intervention Plans.

SPED 591. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR:Consent. Investigation in advanced topics that are not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

SPED 593. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

SPED 603. Classroom/Behavior Management for Special Needs. 3 Hours.

Theory and classroom application of procedures to implement behavior changes in children with mild/moderate disabilities and/or problems; effective group and individual behavior management.

SPED 609. Technology Applications for Special Needs. 3 Hours.

Implementing computer-assisted and online instruction in the special education programs; technology tools for student learning and collaboration as well as teacher design and management of instruction.

SPED 650. Learning Characteristics:Autism. 3 Hours.

Characteristics and educational implications of autism spectrum disorders, assessment of individual learning and behavior, and panning, implementing and collaborating in the design of programs and services for children and adults.

SPED 652. Educational Interventions: Autism. 3 Hours.

Design, delivery and evaluation of instruction for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, use of assistive technology and augmentative communication and implementation of functional behavior assessment and positive behavior support for children and adults.

SPED 663. Collaborative-Consultative Inclusion Strategies. 3 Hours.

Strategies for building and maintaining effective collaborative teams for the inclusive environment. Communication, decision making, group dynamics, and conflict resolution will be discussed.

SPED 665. Mathematics for Special Needs. 3 Hours.

Comprehensive approach to mathematics instruction for students with mild/moderate disabilities, curriculum design and modifications, curriculum-based assessment of individual needs and learning outcomes, and research-based strategies to address special needs in mathematics.

SPED 666. Reading for Special Needs. 3 Hours.

Comprehensive approach to reading instruction for students with mild/moderate disabilities, curriculum design and modifications, curriculum-based assessment of individual needs and learning outcomes, and research-based strategies to address special needs in reading.

SPED 669. Culminating Practicum: Multicategorical Special Education. 6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Internship or advanced student teaching in this area of specialization: multicategorical special education.

SPED 680. Culminating Project. 6 Hours.

PR: Consent and completion of all required courses. Planning for and completion of an individualized project in applied research or curriculum development or program design to document integration of knowledge and skills across courses as the final requirement for completion of the Master's degree in special education. (6 hr. lec.).

SPED 690. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in the college teaching of special education. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It also provides a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

SPED 691. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

SPED 693. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

SPED 695. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

SPED 697. Research. 1-15 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation. (Grading may be S/U.).

SPED 790. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Supervised practice in college teaching of special education. Note: This course is intended to insure that graduate assistants are adequately prepared and supervised when they are given college teaching responsibility. It will also present a mechanism for students not on assistantships to gain teaching experience. (Grading will be S/U.).

SPED 791. Advanced Topics. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. Investigation of advanced topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses.

SPED 792. Directed Study. 1-6 Hours.

Directed study, reading, and/or research.

SPED 793. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.

SPED 795. Independent Study. 1-9 Hours.

Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings.

SPED 796. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Hours.

PR: Consent. Designed to permit graduate students an opportunity to present research to the assembled faculty and graduate student body. (Graded as S/U.).

SPED 797. Research. 1-9 Hours.

PR: Consent. Research activities leading to thesis, problem report, research paper or the equivalent scholarly project, or a dissertation (Grading may be S/U.).

SPED 799. Graduate Colloquium. 1-6 Hours.

PR: Consent. For graduate students not seeking coursework credit but who wish to meet residency requirements, use the University's facilities, and participate in its academic and cultural programs. Note: Graduate students who are not actively involved in coursework or research are entitled, through enrollment in their department's 699/799 Graduate Colloquium to consult with graduate faculty, participate in both formal and informal academic activities sponsored by their program, and retain all of the rights and privileges of duly enrolled students. Grading is S/U; colloquium credit may not be counted against credit requirements for masters programs. Registration for one credit of 699/799 graduate colloquium satisfies the University requirement of registration in the semester in which graduation occurs.

SPED 900. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g. education, community health, geology.) The continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

SPED 930. Professional Development. 1-6 Hours.

Professional development courses provide skill renewal or enhancement in a professional field or content area (e.g., education, community health, geology.) These tuition waived continuing education courses are graded on a pass/fail grading scale and do not apply as graduate credit toward a degree program.

UTCH 593. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours.

A study of contemporary topics selected from recent developments in the field.