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AED 592 - Practical Inquiry and Action Research II
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): AED 591
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AED 594 - Superintendency Seminar
Credit(s): 3
Study of the superintendency from both a theoretical and field-based perspective. A series of culminating scenarios that connects research-based leadership practices with recognized proficiencies of leadership achievement.
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AED 596 - Internship for the School Superintendent
Credit(s): 3
Designed to give on-the-job training under the guidance of successful, experienced, practicing public school administrators and members of the university staff.
Course Fee: Course fee $100.
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AED 599 - Synthesis in Educational Leadership
Credit(s): 3
A capstone series of seminars designed to assist practicing school administrators in the examination of crucial issues and problems in educational administration. Includes TExES preparation.
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AED 601 - Connecting Leadership Theory and Practice
Credit(s): 3
A consideration of the knowledge, skills and understanding required for visionary leadership.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 602 - Inquiring Into the Foundations of Ethics and Philosophy of School Leaders
Credit(s): 3
A survey of major ethical and philosophical influences that are of importance for educational leadership.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 603 - Exploring Contemporary and Emerging Paradigms of Educational Research
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to issues in educational research related to leadership.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 604 - Examining the Dynamics of Organizational and Human Interaction Within Educational Systems
Credit(s): 3
An emphasis on research and the dynamic nature of school organizations as human activity systems.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 611 - Critical Voice Design Analysis Educational Policy
Credit(s): 3
Identification and analysis of the policy and political influences that shape the direction of education.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 612 - Conceptualizing Scholar-Practitioner Models of Leadership
Credit(s): 3
An advanced study of leadership theory and practice through analysis of cross-disciplinary research and literature.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 613 - Operationalizing the Dynamics of Change in Educational Systems
Credit(s): 3
Research and study of the design, implementation, management and evaluation of the change process.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 621 - Examining Human Inquiry Systems
Credit(s): 3
A study in comparing and contrasting philosophies and logic systems, which inform human inquiry and educational research.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 623 - Designing Research Within Educational Settings
Credit(s): 3
A study of qualitative and quantitative design logic inclusive of problem and question clarification, data gathering and analysis techniques to support the dissertation.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 629 - Curriculum Leadership
Credit(s): 3
The idea of curriculum is not new, but the way we understand and theorize it has altered through the years, and there remains considerable dispute as to its meaning. The idea of curriculum leadership is perhaps more nuanced; yet, like curriculum itself, there is varied meaning. When considered in the context of a democratic society and its educational systems, curriculum and curriculum leadership take on decidedly more important and critical meaning.
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AED 630 - Foundations of Curriculum
Credit(s): 3
The idea of curriculum is not new, but the way we understand and theorize it has altered through the years, and there remains considerable dispute as to its meaning. The historical foundations of curriculum, as well as the theories of learning aligned to curriculum, have evolved through the years. Compounded by the advancement of standards and accountability, the foundational structures of curriculum in schools has shifted, consequently presenting difficult questions yet to be answered for/by educators. The idea of foundations of curriculum offers varied meaning. When considered in the context of a democratic society and its educational systems, curriculum and curriculum leadership take on decidedly more important and critical meaning.
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AED 631 - Learner-Centered Curriculum and Instruction
Credit(s): 3
A study of curriculum development, implementation and assessment with state, national and international applications.
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AED 632 - Legal Regulatory Issues in Education
Credit(s): 3
A study of the evolution and current status of the law regulating educational institutions.
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AED 633 - Investigating Cultural and Societal Patterns
Credit(s): 3
A survey of local, state, national and global conditions affecting schools.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 634 - Mixed Methods in Research
Credit(s): 3
An advanced seminar in the study of the logic and applications of mixed methods research with an emphasis on the conceptual, epistemological, and methodological implications of cross paradigmatic, mixed methods approaches to educational research.
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AED 650 - Synthesis Seminar I
Credit(s): 3
Integrating, synthesizing and evaluating the major concepts encountered in the preceding courses.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 651 - Synthesis Seminar II
Credit(s): 3
Advanced seminar. See preceding course’s description.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 675 - Independent Study
Credit(s): 3-6
Individual study of a selected topic under the direction of a faculty member. Conferences between the student and faculty member are required during the semester. Approval from the faculty member directing the study and the department chair or school director are required.
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AED 676 - Overview of the Superintendency
Credit(s): 3
Studies the duties, preparation, qualifications, responsibilities and problems of the school superintendent.
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AED 678 - Special Topics
Credit(s): 3-6
An in-depth study of a selected topic in a given field or discipline.
Repeated: May be repeated with different titles but only offered three times with the same title.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 679 - Facilities and Resource Management
Credit(s): 3
Operation, maintenance, utilization and management of the physical plant, property records, inventory control and school building programs.
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AED 681 - Internship
Credit(s): 3
Field experiences that link theory, research and practice.
Course Fee: Course fee $100.
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AED 682 - Developing the Dissertation Research Proposal
Credit(s): 3
The design, development and implementation of dissertation research.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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AED 683 - Higher Education Finance Policy and Law
Credit(s): 3
A survey of finance, educational policy and legal issues in higher education.
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AED 684 - Higher Education Administration
Credit(s): 3
A survey of college and university administration and governance.
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AED 685 - Critical Issues in Higher Education
Credit(s): 3
A survey of critical issues confronting colleges and universities in the U.S. today.
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AED 686 - Public School Finance and Resources
Credit(s): 3
The principles of school finance, budgeting and accounting procedures and problems of local administration.
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AED 699 - Dissertation
Credit(s): 1-6
Completion of individual dissertation.
Repeated: May be repeated.
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MTE 548 - Quantitative Reasoning
Credit(s): 3
Elementary concepts of sets, numeration systems, number theory and properties of the natural numbers, integers, rational and real number systems with an emphasis on problem-solving and critical-thinking. Special attention will be given to implementation of number concepts into the elementary and middle school classrooms.
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MTE 550 - Conceptual Geometry
Credit(s): 3
Concepts of Euclidean geometry with emphasis on deductive and inductive reasoning, discovery and justification, congruence and similarity, and creative thinking about quantitative, spatial and logical situations. Special attention will be given to the implementation of geometry and measurement into the elementary and middle school curricula.
Prerequisite(s): At least six hours of undergraduate mathematics or consent of instructor
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MTE 552 - Patterns and Reasoning
Credit(s): 3
Applications of critical-reasoning skills to topics that include numbers and operations, relations and functions, patterns and recursion, transformations and modeling, and connections to elementary and middle school mathematics. Students will be required to have a graphics calculator.
Prerequisite(s): At least six hours of undergraduate mathematics or consent of instructor
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MTE 554 - Conceptual Algebra
Credit(s): 3
Real and complex numbers, field properties, patterns, relations and functions, solutions to equations and inequalities, and sequences and series. Special attention will be given to the implementation of algebraic concepts into the elementary- and middle-level curricula. Students will be required to have a graphics calculator.
Prerequisite(s): At least six hours of undergraduate mathematics or consent of instructor
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MTE 555 - An Overview of Trigonometry
Credit(s): 3
Trigonometric functions of angles, degree and radian measure, fundamental identities; common trigonometric formulas, solution of triangles; polar coordinates; inverse trigonometric functions and complex numbers. Special attention will be given to the historical development of trigonometry and to the implementation of trigonometric concepts into the middle and secondary school curricula.
Prerequisite(s): MTE 554 or equivalent
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MTE 558 - Introduction to Concepts of Calculus
Credit(s): 3
A survey of calculus concepts, including limits, derivatives and integrals with emphasis on connections to patterns, rates of change and area, as well as the development of proof by induction via the examination of patterns and limiting processes. Students will use a variety of computer software and will be required to have a graphics calculator. Special attention will be given to the implementation of these concepts into the middle and secondary curricula.
Prerequisite(s): MTE 565
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MTE 560 - Concepts of Geometry with Historical Perspectives
Credit(s): 3
An in-depth exploration of Euclidean geometry. Includes the historical development of geometry concepts through present-day mathematics. Emphasis is placed on the communication of mathematics and appropriate use of notation. In addition, special attention will be given to the implementation of concepts in the middle and secondary school curricula.
Prerequisite(s): MTE 550 and MTE 570
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MTE 562 - Probability and Statistical Reasoning
Credit(s): 3
Descriptive statistics, probability, random variables, binomial and normal distributions, and inferential thinking. Special attention will be given to the existence and implementation of these concepts in the middle and secondary school classroom.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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MTE 563 - Seminar in Mathematics Teaching
Credit(s): 1-3
Seminar in mathematics teaching.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit on a different topic with departmental approval.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing in mathematics and consent of instructor
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MTE 564 - Advanced Topics in Mathematics
Credit(s): 3
Topics in mathematics teaching.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit on a different topic with departmental approval.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing in mathematics and consent of instructor
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MTE 565 - Survey of Analytic Geometry and Functions
Credit(s): 3
A combination of topics emphasizing concepts that are important in the study of calculus. Real and complex number systems; polynomial, rational and transcendental functions; graphing in rectangular and polar coordinates using appropriate technology; conic sections.
Prerequisite(s): MTE 555
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MTE 566 - Survey of Calculus
Credit(s): 3
Limits, derivatives and integrals of various function families, including polynomials, logarithms, exponentials and trigonometric function. Emphasis will be placed on applications of the concepts with special attention given to the implementation to the secondary school curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): MTE 558
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MTE 567 - Integral Calculus
Credit(s): 3
Techniques of integration, calculus of transcendental functions, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, applications of integration and connections to secondary level mathematics.
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MTE 568 - Topics in Advanced Calculus
Credit(s): 3
Infinite series, sequences, power series, partial derivatives, multivariable calculus using appropriate technology. Special attention will be given to the implementation of these concepts to the secondary school curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): MTE 566 and MTE 570
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MTE 570 - Logic and Proof
Credit(s): 3
A study of formal logic, set theory, properties of relations and functions, and the basic structure of different forms of proof. Emphasis on mathematical reasoning and communication. Special attention will be given to the implementation of these concepts into the middle and secondary school curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): MTE 554 and MTE 552 or equivalent
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MTE 572 - College Geometry Past and Present
Credit(s): 3
Results from Euclidean geometry and non-Euclidean geometry analyzed in a historical context. Proofs of many famous theorems are presented from both a classical and modern perspective, including appropriate use of technology. Special attention will be given to the implementation of these concepts to the secondary school curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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MTE 575 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1-3
Individual studies in mathematics teaching.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit on a different topic with departmental approval.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing in mathematics and approval by department chair
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MTE 576 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1-3
Same as MTE 575 for credit in a different topic.
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MTE 580 - Probability Theory and Statistical Inference
Credit(s): 3
An intermediate study of the probability necessary for statistical investigations; statistical inference, including study of naturally numeric, as well as categorical data. Special attention will be given to the existence and implementation of these concepts in the secondary school classroom.
Prerequisite(s): MTE 562 and MTE 570
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MTE 584 - Modern Algebra and Number Theory
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to the study of algebraic systems and number theory with topics to include groups, rings, fields and properties of natural numbers. Special attention will be given to the implementation of these concepts into the middle and secondary school curricula.
Prerequisite(s): MTE 570
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MTE 589 - Thesis Research
Credit(s): 3
Research and preparation for writing the thesis.
Note: Note: Students completing a thesis must register each semester university resources are being utilized.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of graduate advisor
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MTE 590 - Thesis Writing
Credit(s): 6
Writing of the thesis.
Note: Note: Students completing a thesis must register each semester university resources are being utilized.
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SCE 501 - Foundations of Science
Credit(s): 3
The intellectual development of the foundations of contemporary physical and natural sciences emphasizing the historical connections between scientific thought and achievements and the philosophical, cultural, social and technological contexts in which they occurred.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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SCE 564 - Concepts in Life Science
Credit(s): 4
A concepts-oriented course intended to strengthen the life science (biology) content background for teachers who have certifications in other science areas while updating content for those with certifications in life science.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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SCE 565 - Topics in Chemistry Education
Credit(s): 4
A concepts-oriented course intended to strengthen the chemistry content background for teachers who have certifications in other science areas while updating content for those with certifications in chemistry.
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SCE 566 - Concepts in Physics
Credit(s): 4
A concepts-oriented course intended to strengthen the physical science content background for teachers who have certifications in other science areas while updating content for those with certifications in physics/physical science.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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SCE 567 - Concepts in Earth and Space Science
Credit(s): 4
A concepts-oriented course intended to strengthen the Earth (geology) and space science content background for teachers who have certifications in other science areas while updating content for those with certifications in Earth science.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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SCE 571 - Special Topics in Science Education
Credit(s): 3
An in-depth study of subject matter in science education that is not part of the established curriculum.
Repeated: May be repeated in different topics.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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SCE 572 - Special Topics in Science Education
Credit(s): 3
An in-depth study of subject matter in science education that is not part of the established curriculum.
Repeated: May be repeated in different topics.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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SCE 575 - Advanced Graduate Studies in Science Education
Credit(s): 1-3
Individual study of subject matter in science education that is not part of the established curriculum. Individual conferences and/or fieldwork.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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SCE 576 - Advanced Graduate Studies in Science Education
Credit(s): 1-3
Continuation of SCE 575 in a different area of study. Individual study of subject matter in science education that is not part of the established curriculum. Individual conferences and/or fieldwork.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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SED 514 - Investigations in School Subjects
Credit(s): 3
Research and current literature on the teaching of school subjects.
Course Fee: Course fee $6.
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SED 515 - Current Issues in Secondary Education
Credit(s): 3
This course focuses on contemporary curricular, political and cultural issues that teachers in secondary classrooms will encounter. Students will learn about the theoretical and philosophical underpinnings of critical issues and will apply those understandings to discussions of current events in education.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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SED 521 - Intro to Learning Theory/Pedagogy
Credit(s): 3
A survey of major learning and developmental theories and practices related to the instructional process, structures and the learner with emphasis on constructivism.
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SED 522 - Curriculum and Instructional Design for All Learners
Credit(s): 3
This course involves the development of learner-centered curriculum and instruction with an emphasis on culturally relevant teaching. It also focuses on research-based instructional models relevant to public school education, especially effective and equitable education for racially, culturally and linguistically diverse students.
Prerequisite(s): SED 522 or SED 525 or departmental approval
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SED 523 - Assessment for Diverse Contemporary Classrooms
Credit(s): 3
This course will provide a foundational understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the essential elements of educational assessment with a focus on diverse populations. In particular, formative and summative assessment methods will receive a strong focus, as well as numerous other assessment strategies for diverse learners, including placement, diagnostic, self and peer assessment, alternative, authentic and portfolio assessment. Measurements, test construction, validity and reliability also will be course topics. The course also will address standardized testing and data disaggregation.
Prerequisite(s): SED 521 and SED 525
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SED 524 - Secondary Teacher as Constructivist Leader
Credit(s): 3
An examination of the philosophies, theories and practices that emphasize teaching as leading, constructivist and democratic leadership, and an ecological perspective on systemic change and the development of professional learning communities.
Course Fee: Course fee $6.
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SED 525 - Motivating and Managing the Active Learning Environment
Credit(s): 3
This course challenges candidates to reflect on ways to implement research-based engagement strategies and classroom management techniques for a diverse and learner-centered classroom. Through a lens of critical and culturally responsive pedagogy, candidates will reflect on topics, such as classroom organization and procedures, developmentally appropriate behavioral expectations, educator ethics and leadership.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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SED 527 - The 21st Century EC-12 Student
Credit(s): 3
This course presents current research about human development of diverse students in grades EC-12, along with classic theories about human development. The human development of the student is studied through the lens of classroom application and culturally responsive pedagogy.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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SED 533 - Laboratory for Teachers
Credit(s): 3
Problems that confront administrators and teachers.
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SED 534 - Power and Pedagogy
Credit(s): 3
This course examines the instructional, curricular and assessment methods that create a culture of societal and cultural capital and power structures among students based upon current research in education on the complex relationship between power and pedagogy.
Course Fee: Course fee $6.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
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SED 535 - Advanced Instructional Technology
Credit(s): 3
An investigation, application and classroom integration of advanced instructional technology skills and systems, technology leadership, planning, networking, systems design and emergent technologies based on constructivist and cognitive psychological learning theory.
Course Fee: Course fee $6.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to graduate studies and master’s program and academic advisor approval
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SED 541 - PBIC Internship/First Semester
Credit(s): 1-6
First semester of emphasis on mentoring and assisted performance of the PBIC student who is employed as a teacher in a practical setting.
Course Fee: Course fee $600.
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SED 542 - Field Intern/Second Semester
Credit(s): 1-6
Second semester of emphasis on mentoring and assisted performance of the PBIC student who is employed as a teacher in a practical setting.
Course Fee: Course fee $600.
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SED 543 - The Professional Educator
Credit(s): 3
Enables students to apply professional expectations for teachers as expressed through the Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards adopted by the state of Texas. The course synthesizes the PPR standards and research-based practices for educators.
Prerequisite(s): SED 521 and SED 522 and SED 523 and SED 525
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SED 544 - Clinical Experience in Curriculum & Instruction
Credit(s): 3
Student teacher is supervised jointly by the partner school and the university.
When Offered: Fall and Spring only.
Course Fee: Course fee $100.
Prerequisite(s): SED 521, SED 522, SED 523, SED 525 and graduate standing
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SED 550 - Research In Education
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to the nature, meaning and critical evaluation of educational research, research design and research writing.
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SED 552 - Research and Innovation in Educational Technology
Credit(s): 3
This course examines current research and innovations within the field of educational technology.
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SED 553 - Teacher Leadership and Mentoring
Credit(s): 3
An examination of philosophies, theories and practices that emphasize teachers as leaders, offers a framework for constructivist, democratic leadership and the development of professional learning communities, and provides an overview of the change process and systemic change in education.
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SED 554 - Designing Distance and Mobile Learning Experiences
Credit(s): 3
This course allows students to build skills in designing effective instructional experiences in distance- and mobile-learning environments.
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SED 556 - Teaching and Learning in PK-16 Virtual Environments
Credit(s): 3
This course examines curriculum, instruction and assessment within the virtual learning environment.
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SED 558 - Transforming Education through Engaging Technologies
Credit(s): 3
This course allows students to build skills in designing effective instructional experiences in distance and mobile learning environments.
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SED 560 - Technology and Teaching
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to help classroom teachers broaden their technology skills and integrate technology into their teaching. Research, theory and principles of instruction will be explored in the context of the classroom teaching experience emphasizing the importance of technology integration into teaching.
Course Fee: Course fee $6.
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SED 562 - Introduction to Gifted and Talented Education
Credit(s): 3
Addresses the use of research to understand the gifted and talented student. This course emphasizes the use of research for effectively understanding and utilizing gifted programs and services.
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SED 563 - Analyzing Curriculum and Instruction
Credit(s): 3
Analysis of methods, theories and practices of teaching.
Course Fee: Course fee $6.
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SED 564 - Social and Emotional Needs of the Gifted
Credit(s): 3
This course emphasizes the social and emotional needs of the gifted learner. Topics include overexcitabilites, sensitivities and asynchronous development. Students will learn how to address these needs for gifted learners.
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SED 566 - Curriculum for the Gifted and Talented
Credit(s): 3
This course explores different curricular options for gifted and talented students, including differentiation and acceleration. Ways to address the curricular needs for the gifted through heterogeneous and homogeneous grouping will be discussed.
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SED 568 - Programs and Problems in Gifted Education
Credit(s): 3
This course examines different programming options for gifted learners, as well as program evaluation. Issues and problems related to gifted education also are explored.
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SED 570 - Data Analysis in Education
Credit(s): 3
This course explores types of educational data, including national and state data. Students will learn how to evaluate and analyze data while creating plans for change based on the data.
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SED 571 - Teacher as Researcher
Credit(s): 3
In this course, students learn the substantive and methodological nature of teacher research and then conduct a person/site-based inquiry of their choice. A significant knowledge base is developed that will enable them to conduct and interpret teacher knowledge studies located in school contexts in a more informed way.
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SED 575 - Special Problems
Credit(s): 1-6
Individual study of a selected topic under the direction of a faculty member. Conferences between the student and faculty member are required during the semester. Approval from faculty member directing the study and the department chair or school director is required.
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SED 577 - Professional Development
Credit(s): 3
Investigation into the role of professional development in education.
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SED 578 - Special Topics
Credit(s): 1-6
An in-depth study of a selected topic in a given field or discipline.
Repeated: May be repeated with different titles but only offered three times with the same title.
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SED 582 - Evaluating Educational Policy for Advocacy
Credit(s): 3
This course explores assessment of educational policy in socio-political, cultural and economic contexts, discusses techniques for effective communication about education policy and applies strategies for using educational policy to advocate for students’ needs.
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SED 584 - Individualization of Instruction
Credit(s): 3
Theory and practice in methods and techniques of individualizing instruction to meet the needs, interests and abilities of students.
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SED 586 - Family, School and Community Engagement within a Context of Justice and Civic Engagement
Credit(s): 3
This course provides the knowledge, skills and dispositions for students to engage families, schools and communities within a context of justice and civic engagement. Students learn to design responsive strategies in collaboration with families and communities that synthesize with researched best practices.
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SED 588 - Foundations of Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
Credit(s): 3
An overview of the historic and philosophical aspects of American education as a basis for practicing culturally responsive pedagogy as a research-based method for increasing teaching efficacy.
Course Fee: Course fee $6.
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