EDLD 629 - Leadership Perspective in Comparative International Education
This course is designed to introduce learners to international, comparative, and global education. Critical issues face by educators, policymakers, and citizens in different countries will be examined. Students will attempt to apply theoretical concepts to their practical work. They will develop their global view and awareness about the internationalization of education around the world through in-depth analysis of educational trends in different countries. This class will help student to access available resources and increase possibilities for professional growth through comparative international education conferences, exchanges, publications, and other types of activities.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019; New Course 11/2012, effective Winter 2013
EDLD 630 - Legal, Ethical and Professional Issues of Administration
Operation of laws; development of legal principles; federal and state relationships to education; authority relationships to education; authority and liability of school boards, administrators and teachers; negligence; discipline and control; professional ethics and related issues.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
EDLD 631 - Human Relations Skills for Educational Leaders
An overview of the need for, and functions of, various human relations in the leadership of educational institutions. Development of an understanding and practice of specific interactive strategies necessary for such leadership.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Summer and Winter
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
This course provides a historical overview of the development of American Community Colleges. The course focuses on the social forces leading to the community college movement, educational philosophies and multiple institutional missions. The roles and responsibilities of leaders in meeting the needs of diverse student populations will be emphasized. Particular attention will be paid to the organizational structures and processes that shape administrative decision making in educational leadership.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
The study of higher education demands the understanding of historical context. The knowledge of history provides an understanding of the shape of present experience. The course will examine historical needs in higher education that have affected students, faculty, staff and trustees in terms of traditions, customs, values and practice.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Summer
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
This course will provide an overview of the economics and financing of postsecondary education in the United States. It will include an introduction to economics theory as applied to institutions of higher learning, financial trends in funding America’s colleges and universities, federal investment in higher education, tuition and fee trends, and state policy and budgeting processes. The course will briefly review the basic elements of fiscal management at the institutional level.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Summer
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
This seminar concentrates on the vital role of public policy in shaping American higher education. The nexus between government and contemporary social and political issues affecting institutions of higher learning will be examined. The course is designed to assist students in gaining greater familiarity with identifying, analyzing and evaluating specific policies.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
EDLD 636 - Legal, Ethical and Policy Issues in Student Affairs
The purpose of this course is to provide an understanding of those legal, ethical and policy issues facing departments in student affairs. To assist in this understanding, an overview of legal and ethical and policy issues as they relate to major functional areas within student affairs.
Credit 2 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
EDLD 638 - Assessment and Program Evaluation in Higher Education
This course exposes students to diverse approaches to the evaluation of post-secondary educational programs. The class introduces program evaluation standards. the major genres of evaluation, assessment methods, and theoretical as well as applied aspects of evaluative work. Students will garner strategies to measure and evaluate performance for improving program effectiveness.
Credit 3 hrs May be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Summer and Fall
This course teaches education professionals to apply college student development and learning theories in higher education environments. Students will learn how various theories can be intentionally applied to facilitate student development both inside and outside the classroom. Student development theory is unique to higher education environments. Further relevant psychological theories are offered in
This course is designed to help students develop and improve their grant-writing and grantsmanship skills and knowledge. The course topics include, but are not limited to, developing a fundable idea, writing a quality proposal and locating sources of funding.
Credit 2 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Summer
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing
Updates: Change to rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019; Cross-listed course removed 4/2018, effective Fall 2018
EDLD 686 - Master’s Internship in Educational Leadership
Training in administration through actual supervised experience. Arrangements must be approved by adviser and director of the intern program prior to registration. Enrollment limited.
Credit 1 hr May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
EDLD 687 - Master’s Internship in Educational Leadership
Training in administration through actual supervised experience. Arrangements must be approved by advisor and director of the internship program prior to registration. Enrollment limited.
Credit 2 hrs May be repeated for additional credit, total credits not to exceed6 hrs Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
EDLD 688 - Master’s Internship in Educational Leadership
Training in administration through actual supervised experience. Arrangements must be approved by adviser and director of the intern program prior to registration. Enrollment limited.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
EDLD 689 - Master’s Internship in Educational Leadership
Training in administration through actual supervised experience. Arrangements must be approved by adviser and director of the intern program prior to registration. Enrollment limited.
Credit 4 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
EDLD 709 - Educational Leadership Perspectives on the Scholarship of Diversity
This course will engage students in a deep examination of the literature concerned with diversity as a topic of interest. Considering the critical role of researchers and consumers of knowledge, this course will pay great attention to how current scholarship devoted to the examination of diversity shapes our understanding pertaining to themes including relevant theories, populations on campuses, organizational culture, the workforce, law, public policy, and diversity leadership.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major -EDLD or EDL Restriction by Degree Type - Specialist or Doctoral standing
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019; New Course 10/2017, effective Winter 2018
Theories and models of administration and leadership; general theories and research in leader behavior.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Winter
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - admission to the specialist or doctoral program in educational leadership, or permission of instructor Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
EDLD 714 - Data-Driven Decision Management for Educational Leaders
The decision-making process in educational organizations will be explored from multiple perspectives. This course will focus primarily on understanding existing perspectives on data-driven decision management and applying these perspectives to practical situations in education. This course will only be available to students in the doctor of education in educational leadership program or the specialist of arts in educational leadership program.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Winter
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - admission to specialist or doctoral program Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
EDLD 725 - The Superintendency and District Level Leadership
In-depth studies in the practical knowledge and skills required to carry out effectively the responsibilities of district level administration including the role of the public school superintendent.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall
Equivalent Courses: EDLD 625 Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019; Change to major restriction 1/2016, effective Fall 2016; Change to number 11/2015, effective Fall 2016
EDLD 726 - Leadership for System-Level Learning and Professional Growth
This course extends instructional leadership concepts and practices beyond the school building to the district or chartering organization level. It is designed to prepare district-level leaders with the knowledge and skills they need to advocate for, nurture, and sustain a district culture focused on student learning and staff professional growth.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Equivalent Courses: EDLD 626, EDLD 623 Updates: Change to Major Restriction 1/2016, effective Fall 2016; Change to number 11/2015, effective Fall 2016; Change to number, title, description, credit hours 6/2015, effective Fall 2015
EDLD 727 - Allocation and Management of District and Community Resources
This course is designed to introduce the concepts and issues related to the allocation and management of district and community resources and the implications of resource decisions on instruction; sources of revenue - state, local, and federal support; and current challenges in districts and communities that face diminishing resources.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Equivalent Courses: EDLD 627, EDLD 624 Updates: Change to Major Restriction 1/2016, effective Fall 2016; Change to number 11/2015, effective Fall 2016; Change to number, title, description, and credit hour 6/2015, effective Fall 2015
Various theories, approaches and methods of organizing educational institutions. Concern with design, purposes, processes, problems and issues of organizational structuring and change. Examination of organizational environment and informational organization. Open to specialist and doctoral students only.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall
Prerequisites - Admission to specialist or doctoral program in education leadership. Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
Graduate students who are completing dissertation research or internship experiences and have completed all other graduate program course requirements may remain affiliated with the University through continuous enrollment. Enrollment enables access to library, health services and other resources. Credit will not apply toward degree completion. Course offered on a credit/no-credit basis.
Credit 1 hr May be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
Department Permission isrequired
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
EDLD 786 - Internship in Educational Administration
Provision of an opportunity for the graduate student at the specialist’s level to develop administrative skills by working under the direction of an experienced administrator. Arrangements must be approved by adviser and director of the intern program prior to registration.
Credit 1 hr May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
Department Permission isrequired
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
EDLD 787 - Internship in Educational Administration
Provision of an opportunity for the graduate student at the specialist’s level to develop administrative skills by working under the direction of an experienced administrator. Arrangements must be approved by adviser and director of the intern program prior to registration.
Credit 2 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
Department Permission isrequired
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
EDLD 788 - Internship in Educational Administration
Provision of an opportunity for the graduate student at the specialist’s level to develop administrative skills by working under the direction of an experienced administrator. Arrangements must be approved by adviser and director of the intern program prior to registration.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
Department Permission isrequired
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
EDLD 789 - Internship in Educational Administration
Provision of an opportunity for the graduate student at the specialist’s level to develop administrative skills by working under the direction of an experienced administrator. Arrangements must be approved by adviser and director of the intern program prior to registration.
Credit 4 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
Department Permission isrequired
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
Intensive study of a problem or group of problems under the direction of a faculty member.
Credit 1 hr May be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Department Permission isrequired
Prerequisites - Other - approval of advisor and departmental requirements for thesis must be met to enroll in this course Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Intensive study of a problem or group of problems under the direction of a faculty member.
Credit 2 hrs May be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Department Permission isrequired
Prerequisites - Other - approval of advisor and departmental requirements for thesis must be met to enroll in this course Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Intensive study of a problem or group of problems under the direction of a faculty member.
Credit 3 hrs May be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Department Permission isrequired
Prerequisites - Other - approval of advisor and departmental requirements for thesis must be met to enroll in this course Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
EDLD 810 - Ethics and Philosophy for Educational Leaders
Designed to equip students with analytical skills for confronting ethical issues in business, education, research, nursing and government. Mastery of the ethical process — a strategy for making good decisions. Critical thinking about ethical problems in professional settings. Analysis of selected educational and governmental policies from an ethical base using diverse views of professional moral duties as a screening device.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Winter
Emphasis on contributions of research in the behavioral sciences to educational leadership. Critical readings of the research of psychologists, sociologists, political scientists and others that have special meaning in understanding such concepts as leadership, organization, power, authority, communication, innovation and decision making.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Summer, Fall, Winter
Prerequisites -EDST 805 and EDST 806 Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type - Doctorate standing
Notes - Students with credit in EDPS 651 and EDPS 687 meet the prerequisite requirements for this course.
Equivalent Courses: EDLD 712 Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019; Change to prerequisites 1/2017, effective Fall 2017 (added to catalog 10/2018); Change to number 9/2015, effective Fall 2016
EDLD 820 - Politics and Policy Analysis for Educational Leadership
This course will examine the exercise of political power in education. It is designed for the educational leader who must deal with the impact of politics on managing and leading educational institutions.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Summer
An experimental course for subject matter not provided in other departmental offerings. The content will change from semester to semester. Students may elect this course several times, provided different topics are studied. Not more than six hours of special topics may be used on a degree program.
Credit 1 hr May be repeated for additional credit (provided topics are different) Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation variable
Department Permission isrequired
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
An experimental course for subject matter not provided in other departmental offerings. The content will change from semester to semester. Students may elect this course several times, provided different topics are studied. Not more than six hours of special topics may be used on a degree program.
Credit 2 hrs May be repeated for additional credit (provided topics are different) Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation variable
Department Permission isrequired
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
An experimental course for subject matter not provided in other departmental offerings. The content will change from semester to semester. Students may elect this course several times, provided different topics are studied. Not more than six hours of special topics may be used on a degree program.
Credit 3 hrs May be repeated for additional credit (provided topics are different) Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation variable
Department Permission isrequired
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
This seminar is designed for the doctoral student who has identified the topic for his or her dissertation research and will focus on the production and evaluation of proposals for the doctoral dissertation.
Credit 3 hrs May be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
Department Permission isrequired
Prerequisites - Other -Permission to enroll must be granted by student’s academic advisor. Restriction by Major -Educational Leadership [Ph.D.] Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing
Equivalent Courses: EDLD 895 Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019; Change to credit hour and number 8/2016, effective Winter 2017
Equivalent Courses: EDLD 794 Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019; Change to title 5/2017, effective Fall 2017; Change to number 9/2015, effective Fall 2016
These courses are designed for the doctoral student who is working on his or her dissertation research. Enrollment in the various courses will reflect the student’s effort on the dissertation in a given semester.
Credit 1 hr May be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
Prerequisites - admission to candidate status and successful completion of EDLD 893 Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
These courses are designed for the doctoral student who is working on his or her dissertation research. Enrollment in the various courses will reflect the student’s effort on the dissertation in a given semester.
Credit 2 hrs May be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
Prerequisites - admission to candidate status and successful completion of EDLD 893 Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
These courses are designed for the doctoral student who is working on his or her dissertation research. Enrollment in the various courses will reflect the student’s effort on the dissertation in a given semester.
Credit 4 hrs May be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
Prerequisites -EDLD 893 Other - Admission to candidate status is required to enroll in this course Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
These courses are designed for the doctoral student who is working on his or her dissertation research. Enrollment in the various courses will reflect the student’s effort on the dissertation in a given semester.
Credit 8 hrs May be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Summer, Fall, and Winter
Prerequisites -EDLD 893 Other - Admission to candidate status is required to enroll in this course Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
These courses are designed for the doctoral student who is working on his or her dissertation research. Enrollment in the various courses will reflect the student’s effort on the dissertation in a given semester.
Credit 12 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation
Prerequisites -EDLD 893 Other - Admission to candidate status is required to enroll in this course Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
An examination of cognitive, social, and emotional development in adolescence, including the impact of context and culture on individual development. Emphasis is on implications for teaching and learning.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to credit hour and description 8/2011, effective Fall 2011
EDPS 502 - Basic Concepts in Educational Psychology
An introduction to the master’s degree programs in educational psychology. Emphasis is on key areas of study within educational psychology, and on tools and strategies necessary for successful graduate-level work.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Masters in Educational Psychology students only Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019; Change to credit hour and description 8/2011, effective Fall 2011
EDPS 504 - Nature and Identification of the Gifted
The study of the nature of giftedness, the characteristics and needs of gifted students, and the issues involved in the identification and development of the gifted.
Credit 2 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
EDPS 509 - Students’ Emotional Wellness in Educational Environments
Deals theoretically and practically with concerns of teachers and parents regarding deterrents to students’ psychological wellness. Focuses on ecological factors as stressors and strategies to lessen their effects on learners.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
An examination of a variety of theories of intelligence, including historical and contemporary theories of general intelligence, multiple intelligences, emotional intelligence, and cross-cultural interpretations of intelligence. Emphasis is on applications for teaching and learning.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to title, credit hours, and description 7/2011, effective Fall 2011
The content will include current relevant topics and will vary from semester to semester. Special topics not included in the usual course offerings, but within the domain of educational psychology, will be considered. See appropriate schedule.
Credit 1 hr May be repeated for additional credit (provided topics are different) Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation variable
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
The content will include current relevant topics and will vary from semester to semester. Special topics not included in the usual course offerings, but within the domain of educational psychology, will be considered. See appropriate schedule.
Credit 2 hrs May be repeated for additional credit (provided topics are different) Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation variable
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
The content will include current relevant topics and will vary from semester to semester. Special topics not included in the usual course offerings, but within the domain of educational psychology, will be considered. See appropriate schedule.
Credit 3 hrs May be repeated for additional credit (provided topics are different) Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation variable
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
An examination of cognitive, social, and emotional development from birth through middle adulthood, including a focus on the impact of context and culture on individual development. Emphasis is on implications for teaching and learning.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to credit hour and description 8/2011, effective Fall 2011
An examination of adult development, learning, and assessment as applied to various educational settings. Participants examine how adult learning theories can be used to facilitate their own learning and that of others.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to title, credit hours, and description 7/2011, effective Fall 2011
An examination of major principles of learning, including implications for learning in the classroom and in other educational settings. Current theories are addressed, including the development of learning sciences and the relationship between neuroscience and education.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to title, credit hours, and description 7/2011, effective Fall 2011
This course focuses on the mental health and well-being of the teacher. It is designed to address issues of professional and personal development by challenging students to develop new knowledge and skills and to examine and test, through critical analysis and application, the relevance of course content in their own lives and in the lives of their students.
Credit 2 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Summer
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
Academic seminars centered upon a broad field of study involving several different lecturers from within and outside of the department. See appropriate schedule for announcement.
Credit 1 hr May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Academic seminars centered upon a broad field of study involving several different lecturers from within and outside of the department. See appropriate schedule for announcement.
Credit 1-3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Academic seminars centered upon a broad field of study involving several different lecturers from within and outside of the department. See appropriate schedule for announcement.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
EDPS 609 - Development and Behavior of the Young Child
Children’s physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development during early childhood will be explored. Theories, principles, and strategies will be discussed, as well as adult roles and special problems of children’s behavior. Students will conduct observations of children. Cross-listed with
A systematic summary and analysis of Piagetian theory and research. Applications to the helping professions from infancy through adulthood will be made. Students will conduct interviews with children, adolescents and/or adults and make recommendations for intervention. Students will evaluate educational materials, teaching strategies and instructional methods from a Piagetian framework.
Credit 2 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
An examination of theories of creativity as they relate to education, current issues and debates in creativity theory, and the development of personal creativity. Emphasis is on the implications of creativity research and theory for educational settings and personal development.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to credit hour and description 7/2011, effective Fall 2011
EDPS 617 - Children in Poverty: Educational Implications
This course analyzes the critical poverty conditions of young children and families, and implications for educators. Emphasis is on social-psychological development, educational advocacy and interventions that promote understanding of ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity. Public policies relating to the education and well-being of children in poverty also will be explored, both nationally and internationally. Cross-listed withWGST 617
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Equivalent Courses: WGST 617 Updates: Change to credit hour and description 7/2011, effective Fall 2011
EDPS 620 - Self-Concept, Self-Esteem and Individual Difference
An examination of the construction of self-concept, self-esteem, self-efficacy, self regulation and identity development with, special attention to dimensions of diversity. A basic understanding of human development is assumed.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019; Change to credit hour and description 7/2011, effective Fall 2011
EDPS 621 - Statistical Applications in Educational Research
Emphasizes the role of statistics in hypothesis testing; statistical applications in visually presenting and summarizing data; computation of central tendency, variability, relationship and prediction indices; and interpretation of results.
Credit 2 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
This course will address all types of classroom assessment. It will focus on development, selection and appropriate use of high quality assessment. The course will also address management of assessment and the relations among assessment, learning and motivation.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
EDPS 629 - Assessment and Program/School Improvement
This course will focus on methods of 1) assessment, 2) program evaluation and 3) accreditation and how they can be used to evaluate the effectiveness of programs offered by schools and universities to improve student learning.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
EDPS 640 - School Violence: A Holistic Approach to Prevention and Intervention
An examination of the origins and manifestations of school violence, including families, poverty, media, gender, culture, sexual orientation, bullying, gangs, isolation and harassment with special attention to prevention and intervention strategies for victims, perpetrators and the school culture.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
An examination of motivation as applied to various educational settings and across cultural contexts. Emphasis is on strategies that may influence motivation in self and others.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Equivalent Courses: EDPS 550 Updates: number Change 3/2012, effective Fall 2012; Credit Hour Change and Course Description 8/2011
Basic concepts in understanding and evaluating contemporary educational research, addressing both quantitative and qualitative research methods. The focus is on critical understanding of, rather than production of, research.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Summer, Fall, Winter
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -
Updates: Change to course rotation 4/2019, effective Fall 2019;
An experimental course for subject matter not provided in other departmental offerings. The content will change from semester to semester. Students may elect this course several times, provided different topics are studied. Not more than six hours of special topics may be used on a degree program.
Credit 1 hr May be repeated for additional credit (provided topics are different) Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation variable
Department Permission isrequired
Prerequisites - Restriction by Major - Restriction by Degree Type -