ED 569 Education of Special-Needs Students 3 CH
Focuses on the identification of exceptional students as well as methods of meeting their educational needs in regular and special classroom settings. Issues surrounding inclusion are considered, as well as inclusive practices, models and strategies. Exceptionalities studied include all areas defined by Public Law 94-142 and Public Law 101-476.
ED 571 Storytelling 3CH
This course is designed to give participants the opportunity to understand the power and importance of story as an educational tool. Students encounter a wide variety of stories from many different cultures, learn to identify resources for finding stories, develop skills in telling stories with ease and enthusiasm, and learn to evaluate the qualities that make stories age-appropriate for various grade levels. Participants are encouraged to develop their own personal style of storytelling through class exercises and listening to professional storytellers in person and on tape. Students also explore ways to integrate storytelling into many areas of curriculum and to aid children in developing their own storytelling ability.
ED 575 Creative Drama in the Classroom 3CH
This master's degree course explores drama as an art form in the classroom as well as drama's contribution to other subject areas, especially reading and the language arts. Philosophy, rationale, objectives and values of child drama are examined. Participants learn both experientially and through class readings and discussions.
ED 578 Introduction to Computers in Education 3 CH
Emphasizes the integration of technological resources into primary and secondary classroom settings. Microsoft Office and the Internet are used for classroom management and professional development.
ED 580 Observation and Case Studies of Learners 3 CH
Considers the purposes and procedures for ethnographic study of children, classrooms and schools. Students are required to carry out guided field work in urban, suburban and rural settings. This includes: gaining entry into the field; establishing rapport; observing and, later, interviewing people in educational settings; developing logs; analyzing data; sharing findings; and studying one's self. Gaining an understanding of qualitative methods leads to the development of action research and reflective practice.
ED 588 Curriculum for the Talented and Gifted 3 CH
Comprehensive curriculum for gifted learners includes planning, adaptation, process and integration. The facilitation of creative behavior is explored both experientially and theoretically.
ED 590 Master's Project/Thesis Seminar 3 CH
Designed for students who need to complete the culminating requirement for the Master of Arts in Teaching. Students conduct research on a specialized topic and design a project based on this research.
ED 592 Advanced PC Applications in Education: P–12 3 CH
Surveys the technological resources and methods required for P–12 educational practice and administration. IBM®PCs and Microsoft Office are utilized as resources in the creation of P–12 learning activities.
ED 596 Publishing in Professional Journals 3 CH
Designed for students who desire to have their material published. Emphasis is directed toward selecting a topic for possible publication, identifying sources for publication and critiquing published articles. Classes meet for four sessions and additional sessions are scheduled on an individual basis.
ED 597 Comprehensive Exam 3 CH
In weekly seminar discussions, students critique selected books, journal articles and research in preparation for taking the comprehensive examination for the MAT terminal requirement. Emphasis is on theories, current practices and issues that are, or have been, influential in Amer-ican education to the end of designing the ideal school.
ED 598 Thesis Preparation 3 CH
A seminar format is utilized to offer direction and advice to students preparing to submit a thesis for the culmination of the master's degree or Certificate of Advanced Studies programs. The initial four weeks focus on development of a proposal. Instruction is shared by members of the Education Department.
ED 599 Independent Study 3 CH
Prerequisite: Matriculated standing. The student chooses a subject of investigation, works individually under the guidance of the appropriate instructor and writes an extensive paper. Consultation, planning and approval for this paper should be completed before registration.
ED 600 Characteristics of Effective Schools 3 CH
Examines the characteristics of effective schools and studies the implications that effective school practices have on improving learning, teaching and leadership. Research findings, selected readings and experts in the field who make presentations all contribute to exciting class discussions and stimulating weekly sessions.
ED 603 Seminar in Education 3 CH
This seminar includes a discussion of the writing of eminent scholars in the field of education. Students analyze their thoughts to see if they are addressing the real problems of the real classroom. Selected professionals are invited to speak.
