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Counseling |
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COU 593 - Pre-Practicum
Credit(s): 3
Participation in critiquing interviewing/counseling skills and supervising skill development.
Course Fee: Course fee $25.
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COU 594 - Practicum in Counseling
Credit(s): 3
A supervised experience providing counseling with actual clients and requiring a minimum of 100 clock hours in counseling-related activities, including a minimum of 40 direct client contact hours.
Note: This course is taken in the final few semesters of the program. Repeated: May be repeated once for an additional three hours credit.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to candidacy and program approval required
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COU 595 - Internship in Counseling
Credit(s): 3-6
A supervised field placement in a mental health, rehabilitation or school setting requiring a minimum of 600 clock hours in counseling-related activities, including a minimum of 240 direct client contact hours. (Pass-Fail)
Prerequisite(s): COU 594 and program approval
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COU 596 - Student Affairs Practicum
Credit(s): 3-6
This practicum course provides on-site professional learning experiences in an identified student affairs office on campus. The practicum combines weekly responsibilities under the leadership of a site supervisor.
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Early Childhood Education |
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ECH 500 - Foundations of Early Childhood
Credit(s): 3
Examines past/present theories influencing early childhood education, the constructivist approach, professionalism and ethical conduct.
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ECH 501 - Child Development Birth Through Age 8
Credit(s): 3
Comprehensive investigation and analysis of child development, highlighting cognitive development for ages birth through age 8. Emphasis on effective practices in meeting social, emotional and physical developmental needs of young children. Course content is enriched through experiences in the field.
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ECH 502 - Early Childhood Play/Learning Environments
Credit(s): 3
Thorough examination of the functions and stages of play, indoor and outdoor learning environments, learning styles, classroom organization and room arrangement in the early childhood setting. Learning theories as a framework for understanding the cognitive, psychosocial and physical benefits of play and how environments can be effectively used in the early childhood setting. Course content is enriched through experiences in the field.
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ECH 503 - Curriculum in Early Childhood
Credit(s): 3
In-depth study of basic principles underlying curriculum construction and innovative instructional practices for children birth to age 8 with an emphasis on state and national standards. An examination of program models is included.
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ECH 504 - Language and Literacy in ECH
Credit(s): 3
A broad study of language processes of young children with emphasis on guidance and interaction strategies that foster language development in native and second languages, as well as language and early literacy connections. Course includes issues, theories and content related to early literacy, assessment and instruction. Content is enriched through experiences in the field.
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ECH 505 - Assessment in Early Childhood
Credit(s): 3
Rigorous study of developmentally appropriate assessments, including standardized and authentic assessments in formal and informal contexts for the early childhood environment. Focus is on best practices and technical aspects of classroom assessments. Content is enriched through experiences in the field.
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ECH 506 - ECH Classroom Mgmt./Interaction
Credit(s): 3
Examination of a variety of classroom management theories for the early childhood setting. Course develops a broad understanding of classroom routines, transitions and schedules and their implementation in early childhood settings. Course content is enriched through experiences in the field.
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ECH 507 - Math and Science in ECH
Credit(s): 3
A critical inspection of teaching principles and learning in mathematics and science as related to young children birth through age 8. Study includes developmentally appropriate learning processes, learning objectives, and the scope and sequence of mathematics and science development. Course content is enriched through experiences in the field.
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ECH 508 - ECH Creativity and Social Learning
Credit(s): 3
Thorough study of creativity and social learning development related to young children birth through age 8, developmentally appropriate learning processes, and the scope and sequence of creative and social learning instruction. Study includes anti-bias curriculum and cultural diversity. Course content is enriched through experiences in the field.
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ECH 509 - Leaders and Advocates in ECH
Credit(s): 3
Examination and analysis of leadership theories that lead to positive relationships with families and community partners. Studies of social justice and advocacy for children, families and the profession are included. Course content is enriched through experiences in the field.
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ECH 510 - Introduction to ECH Research
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to research terminology and methods. Development of a research project proposal, including comprehensive review of literature of a topic of choice is included. Designed for graduate students with skills to conduct self-directed projects.
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ECH 511 - Advanced Research in ECH
Credit(s): 3
Implementation of an action research project using qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-method research methodologies and presentation of findings to a larger audience. Course content is enriched through experiences in the field.
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ECH 575 - Special Problems: Independent Study
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 the faculty member directing the study and the department chair are required.
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ECH 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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Economics |
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ECO 520 - Managerial Economics
Credit(s): 3
Application of economic analysis to formulating business decisions drawing upon the theoretical foundations of the concepts of demand, cost, production, profits and competition with special emphasis on case studies.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 232
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ECO 575 - Special Problems
Credit(s): 3
Individual instruction in economics according to the needs of individual students.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit under different topics.
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Education Psychology |
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EPS 501 - Ethics in School Psychology
Credit(s): 3
This graduate (master’s level) course is a survey of ethical, legal and professional issues facing school psychologists. It is designed to teach a process of ethical decision-making and to increase awareness of the complexities in practice of beginning practicioners.
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EPS 502 - Applied Behavior Analysis
Credit(s): 3
Functional assessment and data-based treatment for students with disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): EPS 560
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EPS 544 - Psychoeducational Assessment
Credit(s): 3
The administration and interpretation of tests designed to measure achievement, adaptive and maladaptive behavior, and social/emotional behavior for use in educational planning and interventions with disabled students.
Course Fee: Course fee $100.
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EPS 545 - Individual Intelligence Testing
Credit(s): 3
The administration and interpretation of intelligence tests, report writing, selection and interpretation of assessment batteries, including measures of social/emotional behavior.
Course Fee: Course fee $100.
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EPS 550 - Quantitative Research Methods
Credit(s): 3
Advanced study of research procedures.
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EPS 555 - Practicum In Diagnostic Evaluation
Credit(s): 3
Supervised experience in administration and interpretation of various psycho-educational instruments resulting in written diagnostic evaluation reports or supervised practicum experience providing instruction to children with disabilities.
Course Fee: Course fee $30.
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EPS 559 - Tests and Measurement
Credit(s): 3
An in-depth look at the characteristics, use, administration and interpretation of educational, vocational and psychological tests. Emphasis is placed on determining reliability and validity of tests.
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EPS 560 - Learning and Cognitive Development
Credit(s): 3
Study of the basic processes of learning that determine student learning and cognition with emphasis on applications to the instruction or treatment of students with disabilities.
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EPS 561 - Social Basis of Behavior and Personality
Credit(s): 3
This course examines the effects of the social environment and cultural influences on individual behavior and the development of personality.
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EPS 563 - Individual Case Consultation
Credit(s): 3
Techniques of individual case consultation in school psychology. Includes consultation with parents, teachers, administrators and other mental health or educational professionals.
Course Fee: Course fee $100.
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EPS 565 - School Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Advanced study of consultation, assessments and intervention strategies in the school system. Preparation for national certification as a school psychologist.
Course Fee: Course fee $100.
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EPS 575 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1-3
Independent instruction.
Repeated: May be repeated under different topics: educational psychology topics, counseling topics, special education topics and speech-pathology topics.
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EPS 580 - Educational Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Structure and function of the human nervous system, including an introduction to issues of development and neural dysfunction that can interfere with behavior.
Course Fee: Course fee $50.
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EPS 585 - Advanced Human Growth and Development
Credit(s): 3
A study of current research related to emotional, social and mental development.
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EPS 589 - Thesis Research
Credit(s): 3
Individual study.
Note: Note: A student must register for 589 and/or EPS 590 each semester or summer session until the thesis is completed; however, a student may not register the first time for EPS 590 until the thesis prospectus has been approved.
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EPS 590 - Thesis Writing
Credit(s): 3-9
Individual study. Permission of major professor required.
Note: Note: A student must register for EPS 589 and/or 590 each semester or summer session until the thesis is completed; however, a student may not register the first time for 590 until the thesis prospectus has been approved.
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EPS 595 - Internship School/Psychology
Credit(s): 3
A post-practicum field placement requiring supervised exposure to best practices in school settings.
Course Fee: Course fee $100.
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EPS 602 - Advanced Applied Behavior Analysis
Credit(s): 3
Functional assessment and data-based treatment for students with disabilities. Special emphasis will be placed on derived stimulus relations.
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EPS 623 - Professional Legal and Ethical Issues in Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Advanced study of professional, legal and ethical issues relating to the practice of school psychology, behavior analysis and counseling.
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EPS 629 - Child and Adolescent Therapy
Credit(s): 3
Specialized training in techniques and strategies utilized in child and adolescent therapy.
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EPS 650 - Research Methods
Credit(s): 3
Advanced study of research topics, complex experimental designs and statistical methods.
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EPS 651 - Multivariate Statistics
Credit(s): 3
Advanced study of multivariate statistical methods, including discriminate analysis, repeated measures analysis, priority and ad-hoc procedures. Neural networking procedures will address nonlinear data modeling and identifying complex patterns among diversified data types.
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EPS 652 - Single-subject Research Methods
Credit(s): 3
Characteristics and implementation of traditional single-subject research designs. This course will provide students with the knowledge to conduct research utilizing single-subject and single-case-study designs with emphasis on causal inference.
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EPS 653 - Advanced Single-subject Research Methods
Credit(s): 3
This course is an advanced study of the issues and procedures inherent to experimental methodology. The literature informing educational psychology consists of many philosophies and methods. However, scientific inquiry has rules, regardless of philosophy. In this course, students will study those rules, evaluate their use in contemporary literature and apply them to their own interests.
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EPS 655 - Practicum
Credit(s): 3-9
Supervised experience in the assessment and intervention of children and families.
Course Fee: Course fee $130.
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EPS 661 - History and Systems
Credit(s): 3
This course covers the major occurrences and developments in the field of psychology and school psychology and the contributions of important leaders and their systems of thought.
Prerequisite(s): EPS 502 and EPS 560 and EPS 666
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EPS 665 - Advanced School Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Advanced study of consultation, assessments and intervention strategies in the school system. Preparation for national certification as a school psychologist.
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EPS 666 - Verbal Behavior
Credit(s): 3
A functional/analytic account of elementary language relations and complex private cognitive behaviors and emotional events that include thinking, verbal psychopathologic processes, anxiety, rule formation and perspective taking. Course concepts apply to educational, psychotherapeutic and social interventions.
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EPS 667 - Advanced Family Therapy
Credit(s): 3
In-depth study of the methods and strategies used in working with families based on relevant empirical research. Includes laboratory practice.
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EPS 668 - Child and Family Assessment
Credit(s): 3
Review and practice of standard observational and self-report assessment methods for children and families. Includes laboratory practice.
Course Fee: Course fee $100.
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EPS 670 - Advanced Child and Adolescent Therapy
Credit(s): 3
In-depth study of the methods and strategies used in working with children and adolescents based on relevant empirical research. Includes laboratory practice.
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EPS 671 - Severe Developmental Disabilities and Autism
Credit(s): 3
Etiology, research, characteristics, assessment and program components related to children and youth with severe developmental disabilities and autism. Study of methods for designing and providing appropriate educational interventions.
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EPS 672 - Advanced Neuropsychological Assessment
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to familiarize students with the advanced principles and procedures in experimental research design and data analysis. The course material is directed at traditional group research designs. The course will emphasize reviewing the professional literature, developing and employing research designs, and the sharing of results with peers and colleagues according to a professional (APA VI) format. The course will include competencies and material relating to quantitative and qualitative research.
Prerequisite(s): EPS 580
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EPS 675 - Special Problems
Credit(s): 3
Specialized topics instruction. In-depth analysis of selected developments in psychology. This course is offered to advanced students who wish to study individual problems in psychological, technological, neurological, social or philosophical foundations of school psychology and/or counseling strategies under faculty guidance.
Repeated: May be repeated under different topics.
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EPS 678 - Special Topics
Credit(s): 1-6
An in-depth study of a selected special topic in school psychology. Regularly scheduled 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 is required.
Repeated: May be repeated with different titles.
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EPS 685 - Child and Adolescent Psychopathology
Credit(s): 3
Comprehensive overview of etiology, identification (e.g., diagnostic nomenclature, DSM), and interventions for the emotional and behavioral disorders of children and adolescents.
Course Fee: Course fee $100.
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EPS 690 - Dissertation
Credit(s): 1-3
A doctoral dissertation is required for partial fulfillment of the degree. This reflects an original, scholarly contribution to the research literature relevant to school psychology and child and family issues. Students will work closely with the chair of their supervisory committee to formulate dissertation ideas. Students will register for this course a minimum of three times.
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EPS 695 - Internship
Credit(s): 3
A post-practicum field placement requiring a minimum of 1,500 to 2,000 hours of supervised exposure to best practices in school setting.
Course Fee: Course fee $200.
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Elementary Education |
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ELE 505 - Foundations of ESL/Bilingual
Credit(s): 3
Emphasizes the foundation of ESL/bilingual education and factors that contribute to an effective multicultural and multilingual learning environment.
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ELE 506 - ESL Bilingual Assessment
Credit(s): 3
Second language assessment and development for both language proficiency and academic achievement; focuses on formal and informal assessment procedures to plan and adapt instruction.
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ELE 507 - ESL/Bilingual Teaching Methods
Credit(s): 3
Using ESL/bilingual techniques and materials for teaching the content areas math, science and social studies to English-language learners.
Prerequisite(s): ELE 505, 506
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ELE 512 - Study Abroad
Credit(s): 3
This is a study abroad course offered through the Office of International Programs and the Department of Elementary Education where students study the culture and educational system of other countries.
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ELE 515 - Language Acquisition for ESL/Bilingual
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to the essential theories and concepts of English-language teaching with emphasis on applying theory to the public classroom setting for grades P-12.
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ELE 520 - Survey of Teaching
Credit(s): 3
A survey of teaching course designed for post-baccalaureate students seeking initial certification that focuses on the knowledge base necessary to teach effectively in Texas public schools. Web-based and requires orientation to technology.
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ELE 521 - Elementary STEM Teaching I
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to science, technology, engineering and mathematics curriculum and instruction in the EC-8 classroom. The course is designed to assist teachers in exploring the current trends, practices, research, development and use of hands-on, inquiry-based, integrated STEM activities in EC-8 classrooms.
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ELE 522 - Elementary STEM Teaching II
Credit(s): 3
An advanced examination of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics curiculum and instruction in the EC-8 classroom. The course is designed to assist teachers in exploring the current trends, practices, research, development, and use of hands-on, inquiry-based, integrated STEM activies in EC-8 classroom and includes programmatic application.
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ELE 523 - Social Studies In the Elementary School Advanced
Credit(s): 3
Current trends, practices and research pertaining to the teaching of social studies in the elementary school.
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ELE 524 - Language Arts In the Elementary School Advanced
Credit(s): 3
Current trends, practices and research pertaining to the teaching of language arts in the elementary school.
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ELE 525 - Standards-Based Assessment
Credit(s): 3
Examination of teaching and assessment strategies that support a community of learners and facilitate learning in the elementary classroom. This course is usually offered as a web-based course.
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ELE 527 - Elementary School Child Advanced
Credit(s): 3
Presents the factors in a learner’s intellectual, psychological, emotional, social and physical development and their implications for the elementary teacher.
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ELE 533 - Laboratory for Teachers
Credit(s): 1-3
Problems that confront administrators and teachers. The work is conducted in a laboratory .
Repeated: May be repeated for no more than a total of six hours credit.
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ELE 537 - Effective Interaction
Credit(s): 1
An examination of the interaction and discipline strategies between teacher/student and student/student that promotes positive classroom climate. This course is usually offered online.
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ELE 539 - Culturally Responsive Teaching
Credit(s): 1
Emphasizes culturally responsive teaching, such as teacher caring, attitudes, expectations, motivation and communicating with families in varied contexts. This course is usually offered online.
Prerequisite(s): ELE 520
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ELE 542 - PBIC Field Intern/First Semester
Credit(s): 1-6
First semester of one full year of field internship in which a PBIC intern is employed as a teacher of record and where the intern is jointly supervised by the school and the university.
When Offered: Fall and spring only Repeated: May be repeated one time.
Course Fee: Course fee $600-$750.
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ELE 543 - PBIC Field Intern/Second Semester
Credit(s): 1-6
Second semester of the one-year field internship in which a PBIC intern is employed as a teacher of record and where the intern is jointly supervised by the school and the university. Additional fee required.
When Offered: Fall and spring only. Repeated: May be repeated one time.
Course Fee: Course fee $600-750.
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ELE 555 - Student Teaching in Elementary
Credit(s): 6
Student teacher is supervised jointly by the partner school and the university.
When Offered: Fall and spring only.
Course Fee: Course fee $100.
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ELE 560 - Technology and Curriculum
Credit(s): 1
A capstone seminar for PBIC students that reviews academic content necessary for successful teaching in elementary or middle school grades.
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ELE 575 - Special Problems: Independent Study
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 the faculty member directing the study and the department chair is required.
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ELE 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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ELE 584 - Research and Analysis of Teaching
Credit(s): 3
Theory, practice and research in methods and techniques of instruction to meet the learner’s needs, interests and abilities of students.
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ELE 589 - Thesis Research
Credit(s): 3
Individual study of a specific problem in the field of education. The thesis may be an organized scientific contribution or a comprehensive analysis of theory and practice in a specific area. Grade withheld until completion of thesis.
Note: Note: A student must register for 589 and/or ELE 590 each semester or summer session until the thesis is completed; however, a student may not register the first time for ELE 590 until the thesis prospectus has been approved.
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ELE 590 - Thesis Writing
Credit(s): 3
Organization and revision of thesis for final submission to thesis committee and graduate dean.
Note: Note: A student must register for ELE 589 and/or ELE 590 each semester or summer session until the thesis is completed; however, a student may not register the first time for 590 until the thesis prospectus has been approved.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of major professor
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ELE 594 - Outdoor Education Advanced
Credit(s): 3
Methods and techniques of using the outdoors as an enrichment and extension of classroom instruction. Primarily a field course designed to help school personnel plan and develop outdoor teaching centers and programs.
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ELE 595 - Humane and Environmental Education
Credit(s): 3
A study of humane and environmental education concepts and methods with emphasis on the role they can play in the teaching of the essential elements of the curriculum prescribed for Texas schools.
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ENG 502 - Bibliography and Research Methods
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to the profession; an emphasis on developing skills in research and bibliographic methods, such as electronic databases and traditional texts; intensive practice and application of those skills in graduate-level scholarly writing; additional concentration in rhetoric and critical theory. Required of all majors and first-year students.
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ENG 505 - World Literary Topics
Credit(s): 3
Intensive study of an aspect of world literature from antiquity to the present, such as form, genre or period.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit with different topic.
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ENG 510 - British Literary Topics
Credit(s): 3
Intensive study of an aspect of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the present, such as form, genre or period.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit with different topic.
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ENG 520 - American Literary Topics
Credit(s): 3
Intensive study of American literature from the colonial period to the present, focusing on a theme, literary movement, period or other unifying emphasis.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit with different topic.
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ENG 521 - Comparative Literature
Credit(s): 3
The study of literature (authors, genres, themes, style, movements, periods) beyond the confines of national and linguistic boundaries; relationships between literature and other areas of knowledge, such as the arts (film, painting, sculpture, architecture, music), philosophy, history, science, religion, politics, sociology, etc.
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ENG 530 - Major Authors
Credit(s): 3
Intensive study of the writings, life and cultural context of major writers.
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ENG 535 - Teaching Literature
Credit(s): 3
A study of the theory and practices relevant to the teaching of literature at the secondary and post-secondary levels. Includes a study of the history of the American English department with an emphasis on the development of teaching materials, including syllabi, lesson plans and course assignments.
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ENG 540 - Linguistic Analysis
Credit(s): 3
An advanced introduction to theoretical and applied linguistics. Theoretical areas surveyed include phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, pragmatics and semantics. Applied areas include language variation, first and second language acquisition, written language and the neurology of language.
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ENG 542 - Special Topics in Linguistics
Credit(s): 3
Advanced study of a particular topic or movement in contemporary or historical linguistics (e.g., psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, dialectology, semantics, pragmatics, linguistic history, transformational grammar, functional grammar, ethnolinguistics, Chomskyian linguistics).
Repeated: May be repeated for credit with different topic.
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ENG 545 - Film Narratology
Credit(s): 3
Studies the various texts and subtexts of film, encompassing matters of not only script and story but also visual components and how these facilitate story delivery. This course is open to English graduate students, as well as students pursuing the M.F.A. in Fine Arts.
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ENG 546 - Topics in Film
Credit(s): 3
Film topics provide students with the opportunity to study various graduate-level topics relative to film theory, either as a general overview or a focus upon certain aspects, such as auteur, genre, realism/formalism/postmodernism, adaptation, and so on. Available to English majors and students enrolled in M.F.A. coursework in the College of Fine Arts.
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ENG 550 - Contemporary Children’s Literature
Credit(s): 3
Focuses on analysis of contemporary genres of children’s literature; sections of the course may focus on World, British or American literature for children.
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ENG 551 - Special Topics: Children’s Literature
Credit(s): 3
Course will focus on specific periods, genres and modes of children’s and young adult literature. Students on M.A.-track in children’s literature may only take course once for credit toward the degree.
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ENG 552 - Teaching Children’s Literature
Credit(s): 3
In-depth examination of best pedagogical practices for the introduction of children’s literature in elementary and secondary school classrooms.
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ENG 553 - Golden Age of Children’s Literature
Credit(s): 3
In-depth examination and analysis of children’s literature pre-1930, often referred to as the Golden Age of Children’s Literature.
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