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2010-2011 Catalog 
    
2010-2011 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Psychology

Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400, 500; 417, 445, 517, 545 are described in the University Academic Policies  section of this catalog.

  
  • PSY 558 - Family and Couple Counseling


    A review of major theories, techniques and research in psychological counseling with families. Emphasis is on parent-child developmental problems and the role of interpersonal relationships within the total family. Students are involved in limited supervised family counseling experiences.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to MS mental health counseling curriculum or MEd school counseling program and PSY 553, PSY 564

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Psychology
  
  • PSY 560 - Family Counseling Lab


    Students observe and conduct family counseling sessions through the psychology department clinic under the supervision of an appropriate faculty member. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to MS mental health counseling curriculum or MEd school counseling program

    Credits: 1 TO 6
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Maximum Repeatability: 6
    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Psychology
  
  • PSY 561 - Seminar: Professional, Legal and Cultural Issues


    Consideration of the professional, cultural, ethical and legal issues and special problems in the application of psychological theories and research in educational settings, community clinics and private practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to MS mental health counseling curriculum or MEd school counseling program

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Psychology
  
  • PSY 564 - Individual Counseling Techniques


    Skill development in individual counseling, psychotherapy and behavior modification techniques using actual interviews, simulations, videotape and other laboratory procedures. Prerequisite to practicum in individual counseling and psychotherapy.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to MS mental health counseling curriculum or MEd school counseling program

    Credits: 5
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Psychology
  
  • PSY 565 - Group Processes in Counseling


    Current group counseling and psychotherapy techniques. Covers task-directed, encounter, decision-making and communication techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to MS mental health counseling curriculum or MEd school counseling program

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Psychology
  
  • PSY 567 - Professional Practice of Counseling


    A comprehensive overview of the history, philosophy, credentialing, and the development of the professional organizations in counseling. Professional roles and topics for counselors such as consultation, outreach, prevention, advocacy, program evaluation, medications, and economic considerations such as funding, managed care, and private practice will also be addressed.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to MS mental health counseling curriculum or MEd school counseling program

    Credits: 2
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Psychology
  
  • PSY 570 - Practicum


    Professional practice under assigned departmental supervision. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to MS mental health counseling curriculum or MEd school counseling program

    Credits: 1 TO 10
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Maximum Repeatability: 15
    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Psychology
  
  • PSY 581 - Practicum in College Teaching of Psychology


    Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    instructor permission

    Credits: 1 TO 12
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Maximum Repeatability: 12
    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Psychology
  
  • PSY 582 - Practicum in Research in Psychology


    Student initiates and conducts a project under faculty supervision. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    instructor permission

    Credits: 1 TO 12
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Maximum Repeatability: 12
    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Psychology
  
  • PSY 661 - Advanced Seminar in Professional Issues in Counseling Practice


    An advanced seminar in professional, cultural, ethical and legal issues in counseling. For students who are in internships or for counselors with a year of practical experience. Repeatable for credit with different topics with no maximum. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to MS mental health counseling curriculum, MEd school counseling program, initial certification in school counseling or instructor permission

    Credits: 2 TO 4
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Maximum Repeatability: 98
    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Psychology
  
  • PSY 670 - Internship


    An extension of PSY 570 with increasingly independent responsibilities for practice in a professional setting. Primary supervision is by appropriate staff in the cooperating agency. Repeatable to a maximum of 30 cr. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to MS mental health counseling curriculum or MEd school counseling program

    Credits: 1 TO 12
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Maximum Repeatability: 30
    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Psychology
  
  • PSY 690 - Thesis


    S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    advancement to candidacy

    Credits: 1 TO 12
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Maximum Repeatability: 12
    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Psychology

Recreation

Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400; 417, 445 are described in the University Academic Policies  section of this catalog.

  
  • RECR 201 - Foundations of Recreation and Leisure


    Professional course dealing with the history, philosophy, present status, future goals, and challenges of leisure and the recreation service professions.

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 271 - Introduction to Community Recreation and Leisure Services


    Community-based recreation service agencies: philosophies, functions, services, personnel and facilities. Emphasis on the diversity and inter-relatedness of community recreation service agencies.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RECR 201; majors only.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 272 - Introduction to Outdoor Recreation


    Introduction to the major professional components of the outdoor recreation field: interpretive services, camping, resource management, programming, private recreation and tourism. Focuses on trends, programs and related professional issues.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RECR 201

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 274 - Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation


    Introduction to the principles and practices of therapeutic recreation. Includes history, philosophy, and trends and issues. Also presents an overview of consumer groups associated with therapeutic recreation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RECR 201

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 275 - Professional Practicum and Seminar


    Career opportunities in leisure services investigated through organized visits to recreation and leisure agencies. Includes class meetings to explore professional development. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RECR 201

    Credits: 1
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 276 - Introduction to Program Leadership


    Leading and processing recreation experiences in community, outdoor and therapeutic settings that promote individual and social well being.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RECR 201

    Credits: 2
    Grade Mode: Letter

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 279 - Introduction to Tourism


    Introduction to the major professional components of tourism: tour development, guiding, visitor services, resort management, and event planning. Also examines history of travel, types of travelers, motives of travel, niche markets, and current trends.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RECR 201

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter

    College of Humanities and Social Sciences
    PEHR
  
  • RECR 301 - Work and Leisure Through the Ages


    A historical survey of the evolution of work and leisure from antiquity to the present, examining developments from social, cultural, political, and economic perspectives. The course also explores how work and leisure have affected societies throughout history. The central goal of the course is to use the past as a means for students to examine beliefs, values, and practices regarding work and leisure in the present and the future.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    any 100-level history class or PSY 101, SOC 221, SOC 251, SOC 255, SOC 260, SOC 268, SOC 269

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    GUR Attributes: HUM

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 370 - Outdoor Program Development


    Methods and techniques in the organization, implementation and evaluation of recreation programs in outdoor settings.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase I or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 372 - Management of Recreation and Leisure Services


    Entry-level administrative skills associated with managing personnel and organizational resources within parks and recreation systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase I; variable fee

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 373 - Recreation Programming


    Systems approach to programming methods for individual and group program planning in all parks and recreation settings.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase I; variable fee

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 376 - Therapeutic Recreation Program Design


    Methods and techniques in the organization, implementation and evaluation of recreation programs for special populations: needs assessment, activity modification, adaptive equipment, physical and behavioral management and intervention techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase I or written permission

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 378 - Human Relations: Concepts & Skills


    Knowledge of human relations concepts and development of basic helping skills needed by individuals working in therapeutic relationships in outdoor, community, tourism, and institutional settings. Designed to meet certification requirements for therapeutic recreation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase I Recreation Major or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 379 - Tourism Planning and Development


    Study of the nature and process of planning as a function of tourism industry development; focus on the application of resource and activity planning principles to the recreational travel and tourism experience.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase I or written permission

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 380 - Therapeutic Recreation Principles, Practices and Techniques


    Concentrated analysis of the process and practice of therapeutic recreation. Includes medical terminology, disabling conditions, adaptations, models of health care, rehabilitation techniques, and further examination of the foundations and development of therapeutic recreation. Includes one hour arranged.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase I or appropriate experience; written permission

    Credits: 5
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 385 - Leisure and Aging


    An overview of aging with respect to leisure services. Examines physical, social, psychological, economic and political aspects of aging as they relate to designing recreation programs and leisure opportunities.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RECR 201 or instructor permission

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 421 - Therapeutic Recreation Trends and Issues


    Analysis of trends and issues affecting the profession of therapeutic recreation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase III or appropriate experience; written permission

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 444 - Recreation Budgeting and Finance


    Principles and techniques of obtaining, budgeting and managing financial resources in parks and recreation agencies.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase III or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 450 - Recreation Program Evaluation


    Quantitative and qualitative methods of program evaluation emphasizing experiential learning, questionnaire design and survey research, interviews, observations, and consensus techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase III or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 470 - Adventure-Based Programming


    Methods and techniques in the assessment, design, implementation and evaluation of adventure programs in enrichment and therapeutic recreation settings.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase III or instructor permission; variable fee

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 471 - Internship I


    Full-time supervised professional experience emphasizing functional proficiency under joint sponsorship of University and agency personnel. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase II

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 472 - Internship II


    Full-time supervised professional experience emphasizing functional proficiency under joint sponsorship of University and agency personnel.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase II Recreation Majors

    Credits: 12
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 473 - Internship III


    Full-time supervised professional experience emphasizing functional proficiency under joint sponsorship of University and agency personnel.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase II, Recreation majors

    Credits: 15
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 475 - Community Development and Leisure Services


    An analysis of community development from the context of recreation and leisure services. Emphasis is placed on the roles and relationships among community members and recreation and leisure services for the purposes of promoting the health and well-being of communities.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase III or instructor permission; variable fee

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 479 - Ecotourism: Principles and Practices


    Provides an understanding of the principles and practices of ecotourism. Examines theory, practice, history, terminology and issues in ecotourism planning and management. Emphasizes sustainable practices as they relate to traveler education, tour planning, and destination development.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RECR 379 or instructor permission; variable fee

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation
  
  • RECR 480 - Leisure and Society


    A senior capstone course that builds on general education and foundations of professional education. Goal is to synthesize diverse strands of theory and practice into an integrated understanding of recreation and leisure in modern society, with implications for professional service. Writing proficiency course.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Phase III; variable fee

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Physical Ed, Health&Recreation

Rehabilitation Counseling

Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400, 500; 417, 445, 517, 545 are described in the University Academic Policies  section of this catalog.

  
  • RC 501 - Rehabilitation Research


    An overview of research including: design and analysis; criteria for reading and interpreting existing studies; practice in identifying issues suitable for research; formulating hypotheses and appropriate methods; and guidance in preparing a program evaluation. Emphasis is on the application of research in clinical and rehabilitation settings.

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 519 - Current Issues in Rehabilitation Counseling


    Examination of several current and controversial issues in rehabilitation. Topics change. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Maximum Repeatability: 6
    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 546 - Relapse Prevention and Rehabilitation


    Addresses personal, family and social rehabilitation issues that emerge first five from addiction. Discusses the processes and behaviors leading to relapse and theoretical models for prevention and promoting recovery.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 580 - Theory of Rehabilitation Counseling


    An introduction to major counseling theories and their application in rehabilitation settings. Emphasis on understanding and demonstrating basic helping skills in a counseling relationship with individuals with disabilities.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 581 - Readings and Projects in Rehabilitation


    Supervised readings and projects on selected contemporary topics that impact rehabilitation counseling. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits.

    Credits: 2 TO 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Maximum Repeatability: 6
    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 582 - Introduction to Rehabilitation Counseling


    An overview of the principles and practices of rehabilitation counseling, including history, philosophy, ethics, legislative influences, organizational structures, and service-delivery models. Explores various specialties within the field of rehabilitation counseling.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 583 - Practice of Rehabilitation Counseling


    Application of concepts and techniques that have been introduced from major counseling theories in RC 580. Emphasis on continued development and refinement of counseling skills through advanced role-play and actual counseling with individuals with disabilities.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RC 580 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 583A - Theory of Rehabilitation Counseling


    An introduction to major counseling theories and their application in rehabilitation settings. Emphasis on understanding and demonstrating basic helping skills in a counseling relationship with individuals with disabilities.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 584 - Group Counseling Techniques in Rehabilitation


    A didactic and experiential course to introduce students to the dynamics of group counseling. Purpose, process and techniques related to various types of groups.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RC 583 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 585 - Social, Psychological and Attitudinal Aspects of Disability


    An examination of the impact of disability on the individual, the individual’s environment, significant others, and society in general. The adjustment process that individuals and their families experience is compared and contrasted within developmental and environmental contexts.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 586 - Medical Aspects of Disability


    An examination of the etiology, prognosis, treatment and vocational implications of major disabling conditions with an emphasis on physical and sensory impairments. Includes an introduction to medical specialties, therapeutic services, restorative techniques, medical terminology, and human growth and development.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 587 - Utilization of Tests and Evaluation Tools


    Gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing of vocationally relevant information for use in the rehabilitation process. Advantages and limitations of traditional psychological inventories, as well as various situational assessment tools. Emphasis on collaborative, client-centered approach to assessment.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 588 - Occupational Information and Career Development


    Examines career development theories, occupational information, labor market trends, and meaningful employment with a career focus. Explores lifespan and development issues as they relate to career decision-making.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 589 - Case Management in Rehabilitation


    Examines techniques and procedures related to individualized case management and caseload management. Explores case management issues of various disability groups, including educational and vocational community resources.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 590 - Employment Strategies and Job Placement


    Explores the process and techniques of work adjustment, job development, job maintenance, and building relationships with employers. Includes job analysis, employment techniques, labor market trends, accommodations, and legislation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RC 588 or instructor permission

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 591 - Practicum in Rehabilitation Counseling


    Demonstration of counseling skills with individuals with disabilities in a rehabilitation agency. Supervision by agency personnel. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RC 582, B or better in RC 583 and instructor permission.

    Credits: 5
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Maximum Repeatability: 8
    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 592 - Internship in Rehab Couns


    Demonstration of counseling skills in a rehabilitation agency with primary supervision by agency personnel. Students are required to spend significant time within an agency functioning as a professional counselor. Repeatable to a maximum of 20 credits. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RC 591 and permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1 TO 10
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Maximum Repeatability: 20
    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 593 - Introduction to Assistive Technology


    Understand the ecology of assistive technology for people with disabilities. Emphasis is on the functional assessment and relation to assistive technology needs and the physical, psychosocial, environmental and legal domains of assistive technology. Covers the use of various devices and their implications on an individual’s rehabilitation program.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 594 - Introduction to Psychiatric Rehabilitation


    Understanding major psychiatric disorders, principles and practices of psychiatric rehabilitation. Examines the role of the rehabilitation counselor as an integral part of the treatment team.

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 595 - Cognitive Disabilities in Rehabilitation


    An examination of the etiology, prognosis, treatment, and vocational implications of cognitive disabilities.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 596 - Advanced Assessment in Rehabilitation


    Application of medical, vocational, and assessment knowledge and skills to the planning, selection, and interpretation of the rehabilitation process for individuals with disabilities.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RC 587 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 598 - The Family and Rehabilitation Counseling


    A theoretical understanding of how to work with families for achieving maximum outcomes in the rehabilitation counseling process.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RC 583 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation
  
  • RC 599 - Advanced Practice of Rehabilitation Counseling


    A didactic and experiential course which emphasizes in-depth practice of the theories, concepts, and techniques introduced in RC 580 and 583. Continued development and refinement of counseling skills with proficiency as a desired outcome.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RC 580 and RC 583 or instructor permission.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Woodring College of Education
    Human Srvcs and Rehabilitation

Russian

Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400; 417, 445 are described in the University Academic Policies  section of this catalog.

  
  • RUSS 110 - Beginning Russian 1


    Introduces the Russian alphabet, basic conversation and grammar. First course in the Russian language sequence.

    Credits: 5
    Grade Mode: Letter

    College of Humanities and Social Sciences
    Modern and Classical Languages
  
  • RUSS 120 - Elementary Russian 2


    The second half of the introductory Russian language sequence.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RUSS 110

    Credits: 5
    Grade Mode: Letter

    GUR Attributes: BCOM

    College of Humanities and Social Sciences
    Modern and Classical Languages
  
  • RUSS 201 - Intermediate Russian


    Review of fundamentals: speaking, reading, writing and understanding.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RUSS 103 or equivalent

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    GUR Attributes: BCOM HUM

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Modern and Classical Languages
  
  • RUSS 202 - Intermediate Russian


    Review of fundamentals: speaking, reading, writing and understanding.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RUSS 201

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    GUR Attributes: BCOM HUM

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Modern and Classical Languages
  
  • RUSS 203 - Intermediate Russian


    Review of fundamentals: speaking, reading, writing and understanding.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RUSS 202

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    GUR Attributes: BCOM HUM

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Modern and Classical Languages
  
  • RUSS 214 - Russian Phonetics


    Systematic practical and theoretical introduction to the Russian sound system.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RUSS 101

    Credits: 2
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Modern and Classical Languages
  
  • RUSS 301 - Third-Year Composition


    Written and oral expression, advanced grammar, and vocabulary building.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RUSS 203 or equivalent

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    GUR Attributes: HUM

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Modern and Classical Languages
  
  • RUSS 302 - Third-Year Composition


    Written and oral expression, advanced grammar and vocabulary building.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RUSS 301 or equivalent

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    GUR Attributes: HUM

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Modern and Classical Languages
  
  • RUSS 314 - Russian Syntax


    Systematic survey of Russian declension, conjugation and sentence structure.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RUSS 201

    Credits: 2
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Modern and Classical Languages
  
  • RUSS 330 - Civilization of Russia


    Significant elements of Russian civilization presented through Russian texts.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    RUSS 201, RUSS 202, RUSS 203; or equivalent

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Humanities and Social Sciences
    Modern and Classical Languages

Science Education

Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400, 500; 417, 445, 517, 545 are described in the University Academic Policies  section of this catalog.

  
  • SCED 201 - Matter and Energy in Physical Systems


    This course is the first in a 3-quarter sequence designed for prospective elementary teachers but open to all students. The course uses a student-oriented pedagogy with an integrated content focus to help students develop important ideas in physical science.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MATH 112 or higher

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    GUR Attributes: LSCI

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 202 - Matter and Energy in Earth Systems


    This course is the second in a 3-quarter sequence designed for prospective elementary teachers but open to all students. The course uses a student-oriented pedagogy with an integrated content focus to help students develop important ideas in earth science.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MATH 112, SCED 201 or instructor permission.

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: Letter

    GUR Attributes: LSCI

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 203 - Matter and Energy in Life Systems


    This course is the third in a 3-quarter sequence designed for prospective elementary teachers but open to all students. The course uses a student-oriented pedagogy with an integrated content focus to help students develop important ideas in life science.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MATH 112 or higher, SCED 202 or instructor permission

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    GUR Attributes: LSCI

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 294 - Investigative Science


    Course in experimental science for preservice elementary education students. Through “directed discovery,” students collaborate in developing and executing a plan to investigate a topic as common thread in biology, chemistry, geology and physics. The course includes both experimental work and discussion/lecture, allowing students to develop a theoretical base and practice experimental design.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of 3 natural science GURs

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 370 - Science and Society


    An in-depth exploration of selected contemporary issues such as global climate change, energy crisis, genetically modified foods, and large-scale extinction of species. The course also explores what constitutes science and pseudo science, looking specifically at “creation science.”

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of science GURs and completion 90 credits or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 401 - Reading in Science Education


    In-depth study of science education literature with a view to writing one short and one extensive report, plus making two short presentations to class peers based on these reports.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SCED 491 or concurrent

    Credits: 1
    Grade Mode: L

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 480 - Science Methods and Curriculum for the Elementary School


    Classroom/laboratory study of theory, curriculum, science content and processes and effective teaching methods in the context of national and Washington state standards in science and with activities appropriate for the elementary classroom.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Minimum of 12 credits in natural science; MATH GURs; ELED 370.

    Credits: 5
    Grade Mode: L

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 481 - Fundamentals of Teaching Science


    Study of key topics related to teaching science including nature of science, science standards, constructivism, preconceptions, and assessment.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHEM 123 or CHEM 225 or GEOL 212 or BIOL 206 or PHYS 123.

    Credits: 2
    Grade Mode: L

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 490 - Laboratory/Field Experience in Elementary Science


    A field-based experience in which WWU students teach science within their internship year. Includes bi-weekly seminar.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SCED 480

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 491 - Methods in Secondary Education for Science Teachers


    Study of literature, curriculum and teaching strategies in life, earth and physical sciences for grades 4-12, plus peer teaching and school observations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the secondary teaching program and a major or concentration in natural sciences; SEC 431 or SCED 532; SCED 481.

    Credits: 5
    Grade Mode: L

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 501 - Advanced Studies in Science Education


    A critical study of research and developments related to science education.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    teaching experience

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 511 - Internship in Science Education


    Assisting with the teaching of an on-campus science methods course for pre-service elementary school teachers. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    instructor permission

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 512 - In-Service Workshops in Science Education


    Planning and implementing a series of not less than three in-service workshops in elementary school science. Repeatable for elective credit. S/U grading.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Maximum Repeatability: 98
    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 513 - Science Curriculum Grades K-12


    Examination of science curricula for grades K-12 with major emphasis on the elementary grades as a basis for selection of a science curriculum and teacher’s guide for use in local school systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    teaching experience or instructor permission

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 514 - Seminar in Elementary Science Education


    Repeatable to a maximum of 3 cr.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    instructor permission

    Credits: 1 TO 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Maximum Repeatability: 3
    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 515 - Assessment for Science Understanding


    A seminar addressing the development of a variety of formative and summative assessment techniques and exploring psychometric properties of science items and tests for practicing science teachers.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SCED 501, EDU 501.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: L

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 580 - Special Problems in Science Teaching in the Elementary School


    Problems related to science instruction and curriculum. Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    teaching experience or instructor permission

    Credits: 2 TO 5
    Grade Mode: L

    Maximum Repeatability: 10
    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 582 - Special Topics in the Physical Sciences for Elementary School Teachers


    In-depth study of topics in the physical sciences most appropriate for instruction in the elementary school. Repeatable with instructor and/or graduate advisor permission to a maximum of 8 cr.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SCED 390, SCED 391 or equivalent

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Maximum Repeatability: 8
    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 583 - Special Topics in the Biological Sciences for Elementary School Teachers


    In-depth study of topics in the biological sciences most appropriate for instruction in elementary school. Repeatable with instructor and/or graduate advisor permission to a maximum of 8 cr.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SCED 390, SCED 391 or equivalent

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Maximum Repeatability: 8
    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 584 - Special Topics in the Earth Sciences for Elementary School Teachers


    In-depth study of topics in earth sciences most appropriate for instruction in the elementary school. Repeatable with instructor and/or graduate advisor permission to a maximum of 8 cr.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SCED 390, SCED 391 or equivalent

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Maximum Repeatability: 8
    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 584A - Earth Sci for Elem Teachers


    In-depth study of topics in earth sciences most appropriate for instruction in the elementary school. Repeatable with instructor and/or graduate advisor permission to a maximum of 8 cr.

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 590 - Special Problems in Science Teaching in the Junior and Senior High School


    Problems related to science instruction and curriculum. Repeatable with no maximum.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    teaching experience or instructor permission

    Credits: 2 TO 5
    Grade Mode: L

    Maximum Repeatability: 98
    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 590S - Sci Teach Prblms/Jr&Sr Sch


    Problems related to science instruction and curriculum. Repeatable with no maximum.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    teaching experience or instructor permission

    Credits: 2
    Grade Mode: L

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 592 - Special Topics in the Physical Sciences


    Content topics in chemistry and physics of special interest to secondary teachers. Repeatable with instructor and/or graduate advisor permission to a maximum of 8 cr.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    secondary method course; admission to natural science MEd program; Completion of undergraduate courses required for admission

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Maximum Repeatability: 8
    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 593 - Special Topics in the Biological Sciences


    Content topics in biology of special interest to the secondary teacher. Repeatable with instructor and/or graduate advisor permission to a maximum of 8 cr.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    secondary method course; admission to natural science MEd program; Completion of undergraduate courses required for admission

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Maximum Repeatability: 8
    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 594 - Special Topics in the Earth Sciences


    Content topics in geology and related fields of special interest to secondary teachers. Repeatable with instructor and/or graduate advisor permission to a maximum of 8 cr.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    secondary method course; admission to natural science MEd program; Completion of undergraduate courses required for admission

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: L

    Maximum Repeatability: 8
    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 598 - Research Project


    Research in fields of biology, chemistry, earth science, general science, physical science, physics or education for non-thesis option.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to MEd natural sciences program and completion of 15 credits of 500-level courses including EDU 501, EDU 506 and SCED 501.

    Credits: 6
    Grade Mode: L

    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 690A - Research


    Restricted to thesis-related research. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    admission to program

    Credits: 1 TO 12
    Grade Mode: L

    Maximum Repeatability: 12
    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
  
  • SCED 690B - Field Project


    Field project under the direction of a faculty committee. A portion of the field project normally requires work off campus. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    graduate committee approval

    Credits: 1 TO 12
    Grade Mode: S/U

    Maximum Repeatability: 12
    Sciences and Technology
    Science Education
 

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