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  • ECN 354 - Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory


    ECN 201 , ECN 202 ; MTH 118  or MTH 120  or MTH 121 . (3)

    Theoretical and empirical literature in macroeconomics, including classical, Keynesian, and monetarist theories. Causes, consequences and cures of inflation and unemployment. Determination of equilibrium income, demand for and supply of money, the interest rate, and instability in the private economy. Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 360 - International Economics


    ECN 201  or ECN 202 ; or consent of instructor. (3)

    Conduct of trade between nations. Problems of the balance of trade and of payments. Trade policies and their effects upon domestic and foreign economies. Development of agencies for stimulating and financing international trade. Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 364 - Industrial Economics


    ECN 201 , ECN 202 ; or consent of instructor. (3)

    Theories of competition and market power. Concentration, scale economies, product differentiation, entry barriers, collusion, mergers, price discrimination, and technological change. Problems in public utility rate-making, misallocation induced by regulation, and the role of competition in regulated industries. Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 366 - The Global Economy


    ECN 201 , ECN 202 ; or consent of instructor. (3)

    Consideration of the Global Economy, primarily since 1945. Theories of growth and technological change. Case studies of major countries and investigation of key sectors, including manufacturing, information technology, and financial services. Also listed as INT 366 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 367 - World Economic History


    ECN 201 , ECN 202 ; or consent of instructor. (3)

    Study of economic development from invention of agriculture to the present. Topics include technological change, evolution of economic institutions, the industrial revolution, colonialism and decolonization, and globalization. Theoretical focus on issues of growth and development. Also listed as INT 367 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 370 - Public Finance


    ECN 201  or ECN 202 ; or consent of instructor. (3)

    Analytical methods applied to the problems of government finance. Effects of revenue and expenditure proposals on the allocation of resources, distribution of income, and administration of government. Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 372 - Urban Political Economy


    One from ECN 201   , ECN 202   , POL 120    or URP 111   ; or consent of instructor. (3)

    Analysis of urban and regional economic problems. Theoretical and empirical examination of cities, and of urban economic problems and policies. Also listed as POL 317 Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 374 - Energy Economics and Policy


    ECN 202  or consent of instructor. (3)

    Analysis of energy resource development, utilization, and conservation. Long-term energy requirements; alternative sources. Examination of public energy policies. Benefit-cost analysis.  Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
  
  • ECN 375 - Law and Economics


    ECN 201 , ECN 202 ; or consent of instructor. (3)

    Economic analysis of the legal system, emphasis on property, contract, tort, and criminal law. Public policy issues concerning reform of the legal system. Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 376 - Environmental Economics


    ECN 202  or consent of instructor. (3)

    Application of economic theory to environmental problems. Examination of externalities. Economics of environmental preservation: benefit-cost approach. Governmental environmental policy alternatives. Economic growth and environmental quality. Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 380 - Economics for Education


    ECN 201 , ECN 202 .  Not open to Economics majors or minors without consent of instructor. (3)

    Economic concepts and theories taught in the elementary and middle school grades. Emphasis on strengthening knowledge of applied economics with materials and techniques currently used in the classroom. Group projects aimed at providing practical experience in teaching economics. Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 391 - Directed Reading in Economics


    At least 18 credits in economics and consent of instructor. (1-3)

    Assigned study of topics in economics beyond the scope of regular coursework. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • ECN 394 - Directed Research in Economics


    At least 18 credits in economics and consent of instructor. (1-3)

    Applied research under faculty supervision on an appropriate topic in economics. May be reelected to a total of three credits. Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • ECN 395 - Internship in Applied Economics


    At least 18 credits in economics, consent of instructor. (3-6)

    Provides the qualified student with on-the-job experience using economics skills. Internship in a selected organization under the supervision of organization personnel and a faculty advisor. Required attendance at periodic seminars and submission of a written report summarizing the internship experience. May be reelected to a total of six credits, no more than three of which are applicable to the concentration requirement. Graded Pass/Fail
  
  • ECN 396 - Special Topics in Economics


    ECN 201 , ECN 202 ; or consent of instructor. (3)

    Exploration of varying special topics in economics.  Topics announced prior to course offering. May be reelected to a total of six credits. Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 421 - American Economic History


    ECN 201 , ECN 202  or consent of instructor. (3)

    Case study in economic development. Colonization, westward expansion, agriculture, transportation, industrial revolution, slavery. Special focus on rise and expansion of big business, mass production, mass consumption.  Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 424 - Labor Economics


    ECN 201 , ECN 202 ; or consent of instructor. (3)

    Examination of labor issues within the context of various theories. Exploration of questions about why people work, the conditions under which they work, how they are paid, and the structure of labor markets. Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 469 - Managerial Economics


    At least sophomore standing. (3)

    Introduction to micro and macroeconomic theory. Topics include supply and demand analysis, the theory of the firm, market structures, national income determination, stabilization, and macroeconomic problems and policies. Not open to students with credit forECN 201 or ECN 202. Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
  
  • ECN 475 - Cost-Benefit Analysis


    ECN 202  or consent of instructor. (3)

    Comprehensive, theoretical overview of cost-benefit analysis. Emphasis on theoretical framework for identification and assessment of costs and benefits from society’s perspective. Welfare economics and microeconomic foundation of cost benefit analysis; analytical tools and concepts to identify, measure, and compare all possible allocational outcomes in project evaluation; analysis of distributional effects; project evaluation under risk and uncertainty.  Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
  
  • ECN 479 - Economics of Health Care


    ECN 202  or consent of instructor. (3)

    Economic analysis of the health care industry and governmental policies in health care. Economic tools to determine probable effects of proposals on the pattern of health care produced and on the allocation of resources both within the industry and in the economy generally. Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 480 - Quantitative Methods for Public Administration


    At least junior standing. (3)

    Application of statistical techniques to problem-solving. Forecasting and time-series; regression; correlation; variance; cost-benefit analysis. Computer methods in solving problems of public policy and health care administration. Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 495 - Honors Thesis I


    Consent of Department Chair. Open only to Honors Program students in Economics. (4)

    Credit and grade for ECN 495 is not given until successful completion of ECN 496. Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • ECN 496 - Honors Thesis II


    Prior or concurrent election of ECN 495 , consent of Department Chair. Open only to Honors Program students in Economics. (4)

    Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • ECN 499 - Issues in Economics


    Economics major with senior standing; at least 18 credits in economics including ECN 315 , ECN 354 . (3) CAP

    In-depth analysis of selected issues in economics.  Students write a capstone paper demonstrating knowledge of the discipline. Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • ECN 521 - American Economic History


    Graduate standing or consent of instructor. (3)

    Case study in economic development. Colonization, westward expansion, agriculture, transportation, industrial revolution, slavery. Special focus on rise and expansion of big business, mass production, mass consumption. Not open to students with credit for ECN 421  Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 524 - Labor Economics


    Graduate standing or consent of instructor. (3)

    Examination of labor issues within the context of various theories. Exploration of questions about why people work, the conditions under which they work, how they are paid, and the structure of labor markets. Not open to students with credit for ECN 424 . Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
  
  • ECN 526 - Gender, Labor and Inequality


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Examination of interaction between gender and labor issues, with particular attention to mechanisms that generate inequality.  Comparison of different theories of how labor markets work and how the labor force is reproduced.  Topics include wage determination, occupational segregation, segmented labor markets, household decision making, gender roles in the economy, and social stratification. Not open to students with credit for WGS 326 /ECN 326  Also listed as WGS 526 . Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
  
  • ECN 527 - History of Economic Thought


    Graduate standing or consent of instructor. (3)

    Development of economic thought from early times to the present. Particular attention to the ideas of Adam Smith, David Ricardo, John Stuart Mill, Karl Marx, Thorstein Veblen, and John Maynard Keynes. Not open to students with credit for ECN 327 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 566 - The Global Economy


    Graduate standing or consent of instructor. (3)

    Consideration of the Global Economy, primarily since 1945. Theories of growth and technological change. Case studies of major countries and investigation of key sectors, including manufacturing, information technology, and financial services. Not open to students with credit for ECN 366 /INT 366 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 567 - World Economic History


    Graduate standing or consent of instructor. (3)

    Study of economic development from invention of agriculture to the present. Topics include technological change, evolution of economic institutions, the industrial revolution, colonialism and decolonization, and globalization. Theoretical focus on issues of growth and development. Not open to students with credit for ECN 367 /INT 367 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 573 - Law and Economics


    Graduate standing or consent of instructor. (3)

    Economic analysis of the legal system, emphasis on property, contract, tort, and criminal law. Public policy issues concerning reform of the legal system. Not open to students with credit for ECN 375 . Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
  
  • ECN 579 - Economics of Health Care


    Graduate standing or consent of instructor. (3)

    Economic analysis of the health care industry and governmental policies in health care. Use of economic tools to determine the probable effects of various proposals on the pattern of health care produced and on the allocation of resources both within the industry and in the economy generally. Not open to students with credit for ECN 479 . Also listed as PUB 579 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • ECN 591 - Directed Reading in Economics for Graduate Students


    Graduate standing, consent of instructor. (1-3)

    Assigned study of topics in economics beyond the scope of regular coursework. May be reelected to a total of three credits. Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • EDE 100 - Exploring Teaching as a Career


    (3)

    Provides the student with an opportunity to explore issues of learning and development; critical issues in education; techniques of selecting, planning, organizing, providing and evaluating educational experiences appropriate to the developmental level of the student; includes field experiences. Graded ABCDE/Y Offered infrequently.
  
  • EDE 123 - Music for Elementary School Teachers


    (3) F

    Elements of music and movement, children’s musical development. Build musical skills to help classroom teachers with little or no musical experience to design and lead music and movement activities. Techniques, methods, and materials for integration of music and movement across subject areas in elementary classrooms. Also listed as MUS 180 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 201 - Women, Education and Globalization


    (3) GS

    Insights on the importance of many aspects of women’s issues in the context of globalization. Also listed as EDS 201  and WGS 201 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 300 - Educational Psychology


    PSY 100 . (3)

    Exploration of learning and learners through a variety of theoretical lenses. Various facets of learning and teaching are examined as applied to engagement, motivation, diversity and human development. Special attention to learning and development in school setting. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 302 - Social Foundations of Elementary Education


    Admission to K-8 or K-12 teacher education program; at least junior standing. (3)

    Critical issues in education. Topics include organization, control and support of schools; problems of culture and race; teacher organizations; and alternatives in education. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 340 - Creative Learning Experiences


    (3)

    Creative activities for early childhood, elementary and middle school children through the integration of art, music, play, and drama. Techniques of planning, presenting and evaluating creative learning experiences for the classroom. Also listed as ART 336 DAN 336 , MUS 336  and THE 336 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 341 - Physical Education and Health for K-8 Classroom Teachers


    Admission to Education program or by consent of instructor. (3)

    Discussions, interactive activities, and lesson planning for K-8 health education and physical education. Focus on strategies to enable students development of knowledge, skills and behaviors that contribute to lifelong health and active, healthy lifestyles. Meets Michigan Certification Standards for Elementary Teachers in the areas of Health Education (1.6) and Physical Education (1.7). Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 342 - Art Education Methods


    Admission to Phase III of the Art Education TCP Program or consent of instructor. (3)

    Exploration of methodologies, processes and materials for presenting art concepts and techniques in K-12 programs in the U.S., and examination of the rationale and philosophies of various models of art education programs. Students investigate topics and present results through seminar-style discussions and demonstrations, and work to understand and practice developmentally appropriate teaching strategies through peer and practicum teaching. Focus on developing art curricula by formulating objectives for teaching art history, art appreciation, and the making of art. Also listed as ART 300 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 343 - Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary and Middle Grades


    Admission to Education program. (3)

    Objectives, materials, organization and content for instruction in the social studies in the elementary and middle school grades. Adaptation to special school conditions; contributions of research. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 344 - Teaching Science in the Elementary and Middle School


    Admission to Education program.  (3)

    Designed to help the teacher candidate develop competence, confidence, and enthusiasm for teaching science. Reflection on previous science learning experiences; observation and development of teacher practice strategies for effective teaching; experiences with content and materials for modern elementary and middle school science programs. Some course sessions held in elementary and middle schools. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 346 - Teaching General Music, Grades K-8


    MUS 130 MUS 252  and MUS 261 . (3)

    Development of essential competencies for teaching elements of music, musical literacy, movement to music, listening activities, and works appropriate for grades K-8. Discussion of current methodologies. Observation by students in various school music situations. Also listed as MUS 381 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 360 - Elementary Teaching Field Experience/Seminar


    Prior admission to teacher education program; at least junior standing. (3)

    Field placement in elementary school, accompanied by a seminar designed as an introduction to the elementary teaching profession. Students learn about teaching by participating in a public classroom under the guidance of a mentor to describe and analyze the role of the elementary classroom teacher in teaching and learning. Graded Pass/Fail
  
  • EDE 361 - Fieldwork in School and Youth-Work Settings


    Consent of instructor. (1-9)

    Field assignments to fit student needs and interests; supervised by agency and University personnel. Periodic conferences and written work. May be reelected to a total of nine credits. Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • EDE 380 - Place-Based Study Abroad


    (3)

    Students engage in concrete place-based field experiences of investigation and study of a community, in preparation for teaching in the early childhood or elementary setting, where firsthand knowledge of a community is crucial to guiding children’s exploration and learning. Graded ABCN/Y
  
  • EDE 401 - Sociology of Education


    SOC 100 , senior standing; or consent of instructor. (3)

    Critical examination of schools and schooling in American society. Contemporary relationship of education to political, economic, and social structures of society. Alternative perspectives on education. Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
  
  • EDE 440 - Classroom Management


    At least junior standing. (3)

    Theory and practice. Mastery of fundamentals of classroom discipline and management. Emphasis on low profile techniques to focus student attention on lesson content. Graded ABCDN
  
  • EDE 460 - Elementary Education Internship


    (3) CAP

    Concentrated immersion in an elementary classroom through field placement (72 hours) under supervision of a mentor teacher and a university faculty member,  accompanied by a weekly seminar. Teacher candidates gain knowledge and experience in the field and reflect upon assessment, lesson planning, classroom management, student guidance practices, and professional dispositions. Graded Pass/Fail
  
  • EDE 461 - International & Global Perspectives in Education


    Consent of instructor; at least sophomore standing. (1-6)

    May be reelected to a total of six credits. Graded ABCDN Offered infrequently.
  
  • EDE 468 - Student Teaching Elementary-International


    Consent of instructor; concurrent election of IES 469 . (1-5) CAP

    Full-time teaching in a classroom outside the U.S. to fulfill part of the 14-week student teaching requirement as described for EDE 469. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 470 - Honors Research Methods


    Open only to Honors Program students in elementary education. (1)

    Individual tutorial course to help the student design, conduct, and analyze educational research appropriate to the honors thesis. Graded ABCN
  
  • EDE 480 - Independent Study in Elementary Education


    Consent of instructor. (1-3)

    Research, readings, or special projects tailored to academic needs and interests of the student. May be reelected to a total of four credits. Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • EDE 485 - Special Topics in Elementary Education


    (1-6) CAP

    Focus on various topics, including intensive study of specific areas related to elementary education. May follow a non-traditional university calendar schedule and may be delivered in non-traditional formats. The title for each section varies, based on the topic of study. May be reelected to a total of 6 credits when topics vary. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 488 - Honors Thesis I


    EDE 470 . Open only to Honors Program students in elementary education. (4)

    Credit and grade for EDE 488 is not awarded until successful completion of EDE 489. Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • EDE 489 - Honors Thesis II


    Prior or concurrent election of EDE 488 . Open only to Honors Program students in elementary education. (4)

    Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • EDE 500 - Contemporary Issues in Learning and Teaching


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Critical examination of issues of learning, instruction, motivation, assessment, and student diversity pertinent to K-12 educational contexts. Topics investigated from cognitive-developmental, cognitive science, social constructivist, and motivational perspectives. Specific emphasis on facilitating the application of psychological research to problems of practice at classroom and school levels.  Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
  
  • EDE 502 - Schools and Communities


    Graduate standing. (3)

    The role of schools in building community. Emphasis on interplay between schools and community agencies in provision of educational and social services to youth, parents, and community members. Concrete programs and policies for connecting schools and communities.   Also listed as PUB 582  and SWR 502 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 504 - Learning in the 21st Century


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Examination of learning and teaching, both in and out of school, from social, historical, philosophical, psychological and physiological perspectives. Focus on exploration of a range of research on learning and implications for educational practice. Students have opportunities to focus on areas of interest in preparation for their own projects and research work in subsequent courses. Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • EDE 510 - Child Development and Learning for Elementary Teachers


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Exploration of child development and learning, focused on issues related to K-8 settings. Includes human growth and development, diversity, and motivation, as applied to learning and teaching. Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
  
  • EDE 520 - Beginning Teacher Seminar


    Graduate standing; consent of instructor. (3)

    The Beginning Teacher Seminar focuses on the components of professional practice. Students explore issues that impact the effectiveness of the learning environment. Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • EDE 521 - Structuring the Classroom for Success


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Developing upon a foundation based on the articulation of students’ personal teaching philosophies, exploration and critique of methods for providing classroom environments that enable learning while emphasizing affective development. Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.
  
  • EDE 531 - Seminar in Urban Education


    Graduate standing. (3)

    In-depth study of particular issues related to urban education; topics to vary semester to semester. Among the topics to be included: school restructuring, school-community relations. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 540 - Classroom Management


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Theory and practice. Mastery of fundamentals of classroom discipline and management. Emphasis on low profile techniques to focus student attention on lesson content.  Not open to students with credit for EDE 440. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 542 - Seminar in Mathematics Teaching


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Current conceptions and new directions in mathematics, along with attention to issues of diversity. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 543 - Seminar in Social Studies Teaching


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Current conceptions and new directions in social sciences, along with attention to issues of diversity.  Not open to students with credit forEDE 343. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 544 - Seminar in Science Teaching


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Current conceptions and new directions in science, along with attention to issues of diversity. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 560 - Field Practicum and Seminar


    Admission to the MA in Education program; passing score on MTTC Basic Skills exam; graduate standing. (3)

    Field placement in elementary school, accompanied by seminar designed as introduction to teaching profession. Students learn about teaching by participating in a public school classroom under the guidance of a mentor/teacher. Emphasis on use of critical thinking, reflection, and clinical observation to describe and analyze the role of classroom teachers in teaching and learning. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  
  • EDE 580 - Independent Study in Elementary Education


    Graduate standing, consent of instructor. (1-3)

    Research, readings, or special projects tailored to academic needs and interests of the student, on a topic related to elementary education. Students should consult with advisor about applying credits to an MA in Education specialization. May be reelected to a total of 4 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • EDE 585 - Special Topics in Elementary Education


    Graduate standing. (1-6)

    Focus on various topics, including intensive study of specific areas related to elementary education. May follow a nontraditional university calendar schedule and may be delivered in non-traditional formats. Section titles vary based on topic of study. Students should consult with advisor about applying credits to an MA in Education specialization. May be reelected to a total of six credits when topics vary. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 587 - Special Topics for Professional Development


    Graduate standing. (1-6)

    Relevant professional development for K-12 professionals. Section titles vary based on topic of study. Students should consult with advisor about applying credits to an MA in Education specialization. May be reelected to a total of six credits when topics vary. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 601 - Contemporary Issues in Educational Policy in a Pluralistic Society


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Inquiry into historical, philosophical, and social forces that impinge upon contemporary educational policy. Topics include relationships between education and issues of gender, race and class, school reform, and other factors which influence educational thought and practice. Analysis of conflicting points of view emphasized in interpretation of current educational issues and problems. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 669 - Student Teaching in Elementary School


    Admission to the Master of Arts in Education program; passing score on MTTC Basic Skills exam; no less than a B(4.0) in the following courses:

    EDE 510 , EDE 542 , EDE 543 , EDE 544 , EDE 560 , EDE 601 , EDN 510 , EDR 543  , EDR 544 , EDT 501 ; overall GPA of at least 5.0; GPA of at least 2.75 (on a 4.0 undergraduate scale) in major and minor subject areas; concurrent election of EDE 699 . (6)

    Full-time teaching internship in a classroom for 14 weeks under the joint supervision of University and school personnel. Designed to develop the special knowledge and skills required of teachers through supervised full-time participation in classroom work. Weekly seminar provides opportunity for discussion and evaluation of the student teaching experience. Additional clinical experiences and independent study may be required on an individual basis where deemed necessary by University and school personnel. Students should keep other course elections to a minimum during the semester of student teaching. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

  
  • EDE 670 - Research Seminar


    Graduate standing; a course from specialization strand. (3)

    Seminar providing support for professional development and evaluation and execution of research. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDE 698 - Master’s Project


    Graduate standing; at least 24 credit hours in specialization. (1-3)

    Research, conducted under the supervision of a member of the graduate education faculty, that investigates an issue, problem, or approach in the student’s field of study. May be reelected to a total of three credits. Graded ABCDE/Y
  
  • EDE 699 - Student Teaching Seminar


    Admission to the Master of Arts in Education program; concurrent election of EDE 669 . (2)

    Group discussions, projects, and activities designed by students in student teaching to aid in looking beyond the details of the student teaching experience and in conceptualizing the teaching and learning process. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  
  • EDL 510 - Leadership Theory and Practice


    Graduate standing. (1-3)

    Theory and practice related to supervision and management functions in public administration; attention to private sector management practices. Traditional and innovative group leadership and motivational techniques. Relationships with superiors, subordinates, peers, clients, customers. Computer-assisted and group practice of skills which induce rather than coerce productivity, including skills of conflict resolution and negotiation. Highly clinical.  May be reelected to a total of three credits. Not open to students with credit for EDE 440. Also listed as PUB 550 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 520 - Introduction to School Law


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Administrative, judicial and statutory factors related to educational institutions. Legal aspects of evaluating staff personnel and students; court decisions regarding teacher academic freedom and student rights; legal issues of race, religion, liability, tort and contracts. Also listed as PUB 563 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 525 - School Finance and Business Administration


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Principles and issues of public school finance: theory, revenues, expenditures, federal/local finance issues. Overview of principles and practices governing management of business affairs in educational institutions, including accounting, auditing, reporting, and applications of electronic data processing as a management tool. Also listed as PUB 564 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 529 - Curriculum Development


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Assessment and understanding of principles involved in curriculum development and design; practices and skills necessary in organization and implementation of scope and sequence curriculum planning. Internal and external influences impacting curriculum development. Also listed as PUB 566 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 540 - Instructional Practice and Evaluation


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Contemporary theories of instruction and evaluation with their application to classroom practice. Emphasis on the building and central office administrator as an instructional leader. Also listed as PUB 568 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 545 - Grantwriting and Administration


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Comprehensive approach to grantwriting and administration in public agencies and non-profit organizations, with emphasis on elements and characteristics of effective proposals and proven, practical techniques for their development. Students prepare a grant proposal addressing a need in the organization in which they are currently employed. Offered online. Also listed as PUB 594 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 580 - Independent Study in Educational Leadership


    Graduate standing, consent of instructor and advisor. (1-3)

    Research, readings or special projects tailored to academic needs and interests of the student in a topic related to educational leadership. Students should consult with advisor about applying credits to an MA in Education specialization. May be reelected to a total of four credits. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 585 - Special Topics in Educational Leadership


    Graduate standing. (1-6)

    Focus on various topics, including intensive study of specific areas related to educational leadership. May follow a nontraditional university calendar schedule and may be delivered in non-traditional formats. Section titles vary based on topic of study. Students should consult with advisor about applying credits to an MA in Education specialization. May be reelected to a total of six credits when topics vary. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 660 - Clinical Practice in School Administration


    Graduate standing, completion of at least 12 hours in the program. (3)

    School-based experience designed to expand candidate’s awareness of nature and demands of school administration and to apply administrative theories, concepts and best practices under the mentorship of a veteran cooperating administrator and a university supervisor. Offered on line using computer-mediated technology to link faculty, administrators and candidates at various sites across the region for communication, instruction and networking activities. Also listed as PUB 592 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 670 - Applied Research Methods for Administrators


    Graduate standing. (3)

    Introduction to the principles and practices of applied research for administrators.  Topical coverage of both qualitative and quantitative data and analytic methods.  Also listed as PUB 585 . Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 700 - Contemporary Leadership Issues in Education


    Admission to Ed. Specialist program, concurrent election of EDL 701 . (3)

    Critical examination of multiple and at times conflicting contemporary issues in education. Topics are current and may include: finance and constrained resources, multicultural and international issues, technology planning, and serving diverse student populations. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 701 - Survey of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment


    Admission to Ed. Specialist program, concurrent election of EDL 700 (3)

    Analysis of the interaction between curriculum standards, instructional practices, and assessment tools. Focus on appropriate utilization of national, state, and local assessments to impact district and building level curriculum decisions and adoption of effective instructional approaches in divers classrooms; dynamics of instructional design; purposes of assessment; practical application to local district issues. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 702 - Survey of School Reform


    EDL 700 , EDL 701 ; concurrent election of EDL 703 . (3)

    Examination of relationships between educational policy and practice as prescribed by state and federal policies and programs on one hand, and teachers’ classroom work on the other. Focus on recent state and national school reforms that propose to dramatically improve the intellectual quality of teaching and learning. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 703 - Survey of Advanced Leadership


    EDL 700 , EDL 701 ; concurrent election of EDL 702 . (3)

    Survey of leadership ideas, values and cultures and contemporary issues affecting society and education in particular. Enhances students’ knowledge of multiculturalism, racial, ethnic and gender diversity, and disability issues; addresses school-community relations issues, principles, and recommended practices for dealing with the publics with whom school leaders generally interact. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 740 - Curriculum Design


    EDL 702 , EDL 703 . (3)

    Study of the development of a comprehensive school curriculum at elementary, middle and high school levels. Focus on current curriculum trends in major academic disciplines. Curriculum design processes; implementation issues; provisions for monitoring effectiveness and congruence with school and district goals; implementation of change in educational settings; the role of stakeholders in curriculum design and instructional materials selection. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 741 - Instructional Approaches


    EDL 702 , EDL 703 , EDL 740 . (3)

    Overview of the rich variety of instructional techniques and practices in major curriculum disciplines in the P-12 school district. Analysis of research data supporting such practices; identification of implementation issues; implications of technology on instructional effectiveness and efficiency. Implementation of learning theory; effective implementation strategies. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 742 - Program Evaluation


    EDL 740 , EDL 741 ; concurrent election of EDL 761 . (3)

    Systemic approaches to program evaluation in the P-12 school district. Consideration of the roles of various stakeholders in the evaluation process, and effective utilization of data collected. Introduction to quantitative and qualitative research techniques. Development of realistic program evaluation plan suitable for adoption in a local district. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 750 - Topics in School Law


    EDL 702 , EDL 703 . (3)

    Exploration of legal issues related to school leadership, aimed to ground the practice of school leaders in the legal requirements surrounding contemporary issues such as discipline, special education, hiring practices, free speech, and labor law. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 751 - Topics in School Finance, Budgeting, and Facilities Management


    EDL 702 , EDL 703 , EDL 750 . (3)

    Examination of the role of the educational leader in the ethical management of resources, including finance and facilities management. Specific attention devoted to development of a performance-based budgeting system, understanding implications of accounting practices, and practical application of budgeting and accounting principles as they apply to schools. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 752 - Advanced Supervision


    EDL 750 , EDL 751 ; concurrent election of EDL 761 . (3)

    Exploration of processes involved in teacher evaluation and retention through examination of academic literature. Issues involved with teacher and administrator evaluation and effectiveness; remediation strategies. Graded ABCDE
  
  • EDL 761 - Practicum I


    EDL 740 , EDL 741 , or EDL 750 , EDL 751 ; concurrent election of EDL 742  or EDL 752 . (3)

    Practical observation of curriculum and/or executive leadership skills in an educational setting. Each candidate works with and is supervised by a professional in the field and a university supervisor/instructor. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  
  • EDL 762 - Practicum II


    EDL 761 , concurrent election of EDL 790 . (3)

    Continuation of the practical experience of EDL 761. The candidate identifies a school district challenge, undertakes scholarly research on means to address it, and analyzes needs and resources. Foundation for EDL 790 project. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  
  • EDL 780 - Special Topics - Educational Specialist


    Admission to Ed. Specialist program, consent of instructor. (1-3)

    Special topics addressing core objectives of the Education Specialist program. May be reelected when topics vary. Offered on an as need basis. Graded ABCDE
 

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