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Special Education |
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SPE 568 - Seminar in Special Education
Credit(s): 3
Problems in special education, current research, implications for teaching.
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SPE 570 - Special Studies in Special Education
Credit(s): 3-6
A study of current topics in special education. This course provides the student the opportunity to apply and integrate academic training and experiences of his/her preparation program into special areas of selected research.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit when topic changes. (a) Gifted and Talented (b) Early Childhood Intervention (c). Multi-handicapped (d) Vocational Adjustment (e) Visually impaired.
Course Fee: Course fee $50.
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SPE 571 - The Educational Diagnostician
Credit(s): 3
The roles and responsibilities of the educational diagnostician.
Course Fee: Course fee $40-$100.
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SPE 573 - Leadership in Visual Impairment
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to facilitate effective and practical development of leadership qualities, training, advocacy and program development to improve the lives and/or educational outcomes of children, youth and adults who are blind or visually impaired.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or consent of instructor and SPH 480
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SPE 593 - Intermediate Clinical Practicum in Orientation and Mobility
Credit(s): 3
Practicum experience requires a minimum of 60 hours direct observation or supervised participation in orientation and mobility provided to individuals with a visual impairment, under the supervision of the practicum supervisor.
Prerequisite(s): SPE 500
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SPE 594 - Advanced Clinical Practicum in Orientation & Mobility
Credit(s): 3
Practicum experience requires a minimum of 40 hours direct observation or supervised participation in orientation and mobility provided to individuals with a visual impairment, under the supervision of the practicum supervisor. Course fee $50.
Course Fee: Course fee $50.
Prerequisite(s): SPE 500, SPE 593
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SPE 595 - Graduate Internship in Orientation and Mobility
Credit(s): 6
Internship candidates will work in the field under the direct supervision of a certified orientation and mobility specialist for a minimum of 350 hours teaching orientation and mobility to individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
Course Fee: Course fee $144.
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Speech-Language Pathology |
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SPH 500 - Aphasia
Credit(s): 3
Language and communication disorders due to neuropathic deficits.
Prerequisite(s): graduate standing or consent of instructor and SPH 480
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SPH 501 - Phonological Disorders
Credit(s): 3
Advanced study of etiologies, symptomatology, evaluation and remediation of phonological disorders.
Prerequisite(s): graduate standing or consent of instructor and SPH 480
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SPH 502 - Fluency Disorders
Credit(s): 3
Advanced study of the nature, etiology, evaluation and remediation of stuttering.
Prerequisite(s): graduate standing or consent of instructor and SPH 481
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SPH 504 - Clinical Practicum: Speech Language Pathology
Credit(s): 3
Repeated: May be repeated for additional credit.
Course Fee: Course fee $40.
Prerequisite(s): graduate standing or consent of instructor and SPH 482
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SPH 505 - Language Disorders and Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Credit(s): 3
Study of the nature, etiology and remediation of language disorders and the study of the patient populations of whom augmentative or alternative communication modalities are needed for successful communication of daily wants and needs, underlying etiologies, symptomology, evaluation and therapeutic interventions, including overview and experience with both low-technology and high-technology devices and how to determine when/how these should best be used.
Prerequisite(s): graduate standing or consent of instructor and SPH 483
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SPH 506 - Dysphagia
Credit(s): 3
Study of the nature, etiology, evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders.
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SPH 507 - Speech Science
Credit(s): 3
Physical bases and processes of the production and perception of speech, language and hearing.
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SPH 508 - Neuropathologies of Speech
Credit(s): 3
Etiology, symptomatology, assessment (including instrumentation), processes involved in arriving at a differential diagnosis, and therapeutic intervention for the dysarthrias and apraxias of speech associated with acquired or progressive neurogenic disorders and diseases.
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SPH 509 - Seminar: Research In Speech-Language Pathology
Credit(s): 3
Advanced study of research techniques in speech-language pathology. Includes evaluation and analysis of research methodologies and experimental designs.
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SPH 510 - Special Studies In Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Credit(s): 3
A study of current topics in speech-language pathology and audiology.
Repeated: May be repeated when topic changes.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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SPH 511 - Advanced Audiology
Credit(s): 3
Advanced study of audiology, including instrumentation, administration and interpretation of screening audiometry. Includes study of prevalent types of hearing disorders in children and adults.
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SPH 512 - Voice Disorders and Craniofacial Anomalies
Credit(s): 3
Advanced study of normal versus abnormal anatomy and physiology of the respiratory, phonatory and resonatory system (including review of source-filter theory), that can lead to various types of etiologies, along with assessment and treatment of the resulting communication impairments.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all leveling courses (as applicable)
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SPH 515 - Craniofacial Anomalies
Credit(s): 3
Advanced study of the abnormal developments of anatomy and physiology presented by craniofacial anomalies (including cleft palate), and the resulting articulatory and resonatory problems associated with those impairments. Also covers the assessment and treatment of these disorders.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all leveling courses (as applicable)
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Statistics |
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STA 520 - Statistical Analysis I
Credit(s): 3
Probability, statistical inference, rank tests, chi-square tests, linear regression and correlation, analysis of variance, multiple regression.
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STA 521 - Statistical Analysis II
Credit(s): 3
Analysis of variance, multiple comparisons, blocking designs, higher factorial experiments, unbalanced designs, fixed and random effects, nested designs, split-plot designs, analysis of covariance.
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STA 522 - Regression Analysis
Credit(s): 3
Linear regression, non-linear models, multiple regression.
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STA 523 - Stochastic Processes
Credit(s): 3
Markov chains, Poisson and renewal processes, continuous-time Markov processes, including birth and death processes, queuing theory.
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STA 524 - Applied Multivariate Analysis
Credit(s): 3
Cluster analysis, factor-analysis, discriminant analysis, canonical correlation analysis and multivariate analysis of variance and covariance.
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STA 525 - Applied Nonparametric Statistics
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to nonparametric analysis of the following: dichotomous data problems, one- and two-sample location problems, dispersion problems, and the one- and two-way layout. Nonparametric measures of association and basic nonparametric methods in regression.
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STA 526 - Applied Time Series
Credit(s): 3
Time series of regression, autocorrelation and partial autocorrelation functions, autoregressive moving average models, model identification and specification techniques, stationarity and intertibility conditions, seasonal and nonseasonal modeling, forecasting.
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STA 564 - Advanced Topics In Statistics
Credit(s): 3
Topics in statistics.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit in a different topic with departmental approval.
Prerequisite(s): graduate standing in mathematics and consent of instructor
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STA 575 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1-3
Individual studies in statistics.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit in a different topic with departmental approval.
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STA 576 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1-3
Same as STA 575 for credit in a different topic.
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STA 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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STA 590 - Thesis Writing
Credit(s): 3-6
Writing of the thesis.
Note: Note: Students completing a thesis must register each semester university resources are being utilized.
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Theatre |
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THR 527 - Advanced Acting
Credit(s): 3
A study of period acting styles for advanced acting students.
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THR 528 - Advanced Directing
Credit(s): 3
An intensive study of directing focusing on period plays and styles.
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THR 529 - Directing Theatre for Youth
Credit(s): 3
A study of the special problems in directing young actors and a survey of the literature and materials applicable to this age group.
When Offered: Offered second summer session only.
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THR 550 - Graduate Practicum
Credit(s): 1-3
Practical experience in directing, stage management, assistant directing, promotions and costume, scenic or lighting design.
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THR 563 - Introduction to Playwriting
Credit(s): 3
An introductory course in writing for the stage.
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THR 575 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1-3
Note: Note: no more than nine hours of graduate credit may be earned in THR 575 and THR 576 Repeated: May be repeated under different topic.
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THR 576 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1-3
Same as THR 575 but in a different topic.
Note: Note: no more than nine hours of graduate credit may be earned in THR 575 and THR 576 Repeated: May be repeated under a different topic.
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THR 580 - Design for the Theatre
Credit(s): 3
A study of advanced techniques in design of scenery, costumes, makeup and lighting.
Repeated: May be repeated.
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Speech and Hearing |
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SPH 524 - Clinical Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology: Clinical Management in Medical Settings
Credit(s): 3
This course will introduce students to the practice of speech-language pathology in various medical settings. By the end of the course, students will demonstrate an understanding of the collaborative role of the SLP on professional teams and apply clinical ethics in decision-making to medically complex patients. Students will obtain a minimum of 35 hours at the Stanley Center for Speech and Language Disorders on the SFA campus and/or affiliated facilities, including Nacogdoches Head Start, Early Childhood Research Center and St. Cyprian’s Episcopal School. The duration of the practicum experience will extend throughout the semester registered for the course.
Prerequisite(s): GPA of at least 3.0 in graduate studies and minimum grade of B in SPH 514
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SPH 534 - Clinical Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology: Multicultural and Professional Issues
Credit(s): 3
This course is a clinical practicum with a focus on the study of professional and multicultural issues relating to the profession of speech-language pathology. Ethics pertaining to the assessment and treatment of culturally and linguistically diverse populations also is explored.
Prerequisite(s): GPA of at least 3.0 in graduate studies and minimum grade of B in SPH 524
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SPH 544 - Clinical Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology: Counseling and Interviewing Skills for the SLP
Credit(s): 3
This course is a clinical practicum with a focus on counseling in speech-language pathology. An overview of theory and practice of counseling methods and techniques used by speech-language pathologists in a variety of settings with both adult and pediatric populations will be presented.
Prerequisite(s): GPA of at least 3.0 in graduate studies and minimum grade of B in SPH 524
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SPH 554 - Clinical Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology: Seminar in Clinical Management
Credit(s): 3
This course is a clinical practicum with a focus on clinical management across a variety of disorders. Simulated clinical case studies across disorders are explored. Students will interpret clinical information in the development and implementation of assessment and treatment procedures. In addition, a thorough review of procedures and expectations for the PRAXIS exam is provided.
Course Fee: Course fee $23.
Prerequisite(s): GPA of at least 3.0 in graduate studies and minimum grade of B in SPH 534 and SPH 544
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Humanities |
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HUM 500 - Introduction to Digital Humanities
Credit(s): 3
This class provides a historical context for studying the impact of contemporary digital technologies on the traditional humanities disciplines. It is intended to provide background information for students who wish to study current digital tools and incorporate them into humanities research.
Prerequisite(s): admission to certificate program
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HUM 501 - Foundational Skills in Digital Humanities
Credit(s): 3
This course introduces students to the essential digital technologies related to digital humanities. Students will gain hands-on experience applying modern computational and technological tools to produce projects related to their major field of study. Digital tools studied may include but are not limited to digital collections management, data visualization, mapping, 3D scanning, and citation networks.
Prerequisite(s): HUM 500
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Publishing |
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PUB 570 - Professional Internship
Credit(s): 3
Assist students with application, knowledge and skills obtained through coursework to practical situations in an organizational setting. Seminar serves as a vehicle for discussion of experiences, critical-thinking and problem-solving. Students who take the course for three credit hours must complete a minimum of 150 clock hours in the internship during the course of the semester.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Division Director Co-requisite(s): IDS 571
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PUB 571 - Publishing Capstone
Credit(s): 3
Student will complete a publication project from prospectus to finished publication, inclusive of a marketing plan. This may be a book, website, or journal, among other possibilities, as determined by the student and project committee. The capstone project will be carried out in conjunction with a professional internship (IDS 570).
Prerequisite(s): ENG 578 , MCM 515 , consent of division director Co-requisite(s): IDS 570
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PUB 572 - Digital Publishing
Credit(s): 3
This course explores the similarities and differences between traditional and electronic publishing, with focus on practical issues faced by digital publishing at this point in its evolution. The course explores digital publishing technologies, tools, and standards, and provides students the opportunity to make application of these principles on individual or collaborative projects: websites devoted to publishing topics, migrating print products to online or e-book formats, literary or scholarly blogsites or e-zines, digital content warehouses, information projects for a selected market or product, online manuals, social media avenues for marketing and promotion, or other relative projects.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing
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PUB 573 - History of Journal and Book Publishing
Credit(s): 3
This course is an overview of literary publishing, from antiquity to contemporary times. The course focuses on technological developments and transformations, as well as philosophical considerations significant in publication industries throughout the ages.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing
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PUB 576 - Publication Management and Promotion
Credit(s): 3
This course focuses on methodologies used to strategize and manage an independent publishing organization. Depending on the kind of publishing (book, journal, magazine, newsletter, digital), organizational structures and methods differ widely. Publishing in a multi-national environment and how publicity and promotion are instrumental in distribution processes are also examined.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing
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PUB 578 - Publishing and the University Press
Credit(s): 1-6
This course is designed to provide concentration on the book and journal publishing trade as it occurs in academia. Students enrolled in the course will work closely with authors, learn the processes of manuscript acquisition and selection, manuscript set-up, book design and production, and distribution processes and agendas. Students may work closely with individual authors and serve as publication representatives and liaisons at professional meetings and conferences.
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PUB 579 - Academic and Scholarly Publishing
Credit(s): 3
This course is an exploration of scholarly journals and presses, intended to inform students of the range and variety of media devoted to the publication of new research in academic disciplines. The course’s primary objective is to guide students on how to develop scholarship that leads to publication.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing
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PUB 584 - Development and Design of Print Publications: Books and Journals
Credit(s): 3
This course provides students the opportunity to create publication prospectuses for print media. Students will be introduced to print design and layout principles (i.e., typography, composition, illustration, photo and illustration editing), and production considerations (i.e., trim sizes, binding styles, paper choices, and aesthetic elements), and explore the relationships of editorial, production, and marketing strategies. Students will have the opportunity to work on the production of books or journals.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing
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