University General Course Catalog 2021-2022 
    
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8. Course Descriptions

Note: Sequencing rules in effect for many Math courses prohibit students from earning credit for a lower numbered Math course after receiving credit for a higher numbered Math course. Sequencing rules are included in the course descriptions of applicable courses.
 

Education K-12
  

  • EDUC 771C - Special Topics in Educational Specialties

    (1 to 3 units)
    Selected problems related to educational specialties: Special education,

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: X
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. utilize vocabulary and writing necessary for grant proposal submissions in special education.


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  • EDUC 771D - Special Topics in Educational Specialties

    (1 to 3 units)
    Selected problems related to educational specialties: TESOL,

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: X
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain and interpret the ideas associated with the foundational literature in special education.


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  • EDUC 771E - Special Topics in Educational Specialties

    (1 to 3 units)
    Selected problems related to educational specialties: Multiple literacies,

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: X
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify and explain the theoretical frameworks that inform “multiliteracies” as well as each of the “multiple literacies” we will be exploring in this course.
    2. discuss and debate the implications of a multiple literacies framework for Pre-K–12 classrooms, with particular attention to how a broadened conception of literacy can enhance learning and agency for all learners.


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  • EDUC 771F - Special Topics in Educational Specialties

    (1 to 3 units)
    Selected problems related to educational specialties: Multicultural education,

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: X
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain and interpret the ideas associated with key issues related to teacher education in special education.


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  • EDUC 771G - Special Topics in Educational Specialties

    (1 to 3 units)
    Selected problems related to educational specialties: Emerging areas,

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: X
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain and interpret the ideas associated with supervision and administration in special education.


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  • EDUC 771H - Special Topics in Educational Specialties

    (1 to 3 units)
    Selected problems related to educational specialties: Research.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain and interpret the ideas associated with ethical concerns related to research and practice in higher education in special education.


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  • EDUC 776 - Seminar in Multicultural Education

    (3 units)
    Focus on issues central to multicultural education scholarship such as: immigration, globalization, democratic education and citizenship.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 12

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. illustrate knowledge of historical macro-level theories that have been used to understand the multifaceted expressions of globalization.
    2. engage in a critical analysis of current frameworks that attend to the relationship between globalization and education.
    3. demonstrate familiarity with key processes in which highly digitalized spaces impact identity construction of youth.
    4. display mini-specialization in one aspect of globalization and education through the completion of a research project.
    5. demonstrate critical and analytical skills in transferring theory into practice in the development of critical educational responses to globalization.


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  • EDUC 777 - Equity and Diversity in Education Culminating Project

    (3 units)
    Culminating project for students in the Equity & Diversity in Education master’s program.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Units of Independent Study: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. articulate key criteria for evaluating education research.
    2. locate high-quality scholarly literature and synthesize it into a literature review paper.
    3. develop a research-based practical product for a specific audience.
    4. prepare scholarly work that observes proper writing style and mechanics.


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  • EDUC 779 - Doctoral Seminar in Education

    (3 units)
    Introduction to doctoral study and the expectations of doctoral-level professionals within educational contexts.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. articulate key roles and responsibilities of higher education faculty and know how to prepare for a higher education faculty position.
    2. identify and report hot topics in their own field of study.
    3. explain one or two philosophies or theories in education that resonate with them most strongly and why.
    4. demonstrate a rudimentary ability to critique and design research.
    5. locate high-quality scholarly literature and synthesize it into a literature review paper.


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  • EDUC 780 - Supervised Teaching in Education

    (2 to 3 units)
    Directed experience in college teaching consisting of the preparation, presentation and testing of material for undergraduate students in lectures, discussion sections or labs.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Internship/Practicum: X
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. develop a course syllabus with all required components for a college-level course.
    2. develop teaching materials (e.g., lectures, activities, discussion questions, assignments, tests) that reflect course content for a college-level course.
    3. deliver teaching materials to students enrolled in the course and evaluate delivery making suggestions for appropriate changes.


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  • EDUC 790 - Internship in Educational Specialties

    (3 to 6 units)
    Application of advanced course content to instructional context in an area of educational specialties, under supervision of university faculty.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. develop research projects focused on interventions.


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Educational Leadership
  

  • EL 422 - Seminar in Education in Developing Nations

    (3 units)
    Intensive study of student-selected topics dealing with current policies for educational development in Latin America, Africa, Asia and Native American cultures.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of the issues related to education within developing nations.
    2. demonstrate understanding of the impacts of diverse cultures on the process of public and private educations.
    3. demonstrate understanding of the implications international and various national policies related to education in developing countries.


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  • EL 498 - Educational Leadership in Contemporary Society

    (3 units)
    The development and future of public education in the U.S. Critical examination of the issues facing todays schools.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 ; CH 201  or CH 202  or CH 203  or CH 212 ; Junior or Senior standing.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of the definition, underlying concepts, and importance of education in our society.
    2. identify critical thinking and practice it in their daily lives.
    3. analyze a problem or situation regarding the underlying issues.
    4. connect underlying constructs and belief systems of various positions toward public education and demonstrate anawareness of key issues confronting public education today.
    5. prepare a visual presentation that guides group discussion.
    6. demonstrate improved ability to plan and execute a presentation as a class leader.


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  • EL 700 - Basic Principles of Educational Administration

    (3 units)
    Foundational course for graduate students interested in school administration. Treatment of the major areas of school operations.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify definitions, models, and latest research and applications of leadership theories and their relationship to educational leadership.
    2. apply various leadership assessment tools and consider the change process for systems, organizations, and individuals.
    3. analyze strengths and weaknesses of leadership approaches and reflect upon personal approaches.
    4. synthesize efforts for leadership motivation and cultural change.
    5. present and evaluate basic principles of educational leadership and develop a resource handout that could be used in professional practice.
    6. demonstrate refined oral and written communication skills.


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  • EL 701 - Administration of School Staff Personnel

    (3 units)
    Recruitment, selection, placement of teachers; orientation of new teachers; staff participation in salary scheduling and other aspects of economic welfare of teachers; administrator-teacher relations; codes of ethics; merit rating; certification, tenure.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate ability to allocate and manage human resources to support achievement for all students.
    2. demonstrate ability to advocate, nurture, and sustain a school culture conducive for student (K-12) learning and staff professional growth.
    3. demonstrate ability to manage resources and operations to promote a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.
    4. demonstrate understanding of the role of integrity, fairness, and ethics in effective leadership.
    5. demonstrate a leadership style that reflects understanding, responding to and influencing the political, social, economic, legal, and cultural context.


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  • EL 702 - Equity and Administration

    (3 units)
    This course examines the key axes of inequality in K-12 schools in the United States and how school administrators can lead for greater equity.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify social, economic, political, and institutional factors that differentially shape the academic trajectories of students in the United States.
    2. analyze and critique the ecological, organizational, and ideological factors that advantage or disadvantage students in local school systems.
    3. conduct an empirical analysis of a relevant equity issue at a school site and write a report based on this analysis with implications for school leaders.
    4. evaluate best practices for addressing school inequities as a building leader, based on the research literature.


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  • EL 703 - Administration and Curriculum Improvement

    (3 units)
    Clarifies the role of the administrator in improving curriculum and instruction in public schools.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain foundational concepts related to curriculum theory, as well as knowledge of curriculum and its development.
    2. articulate a personal educational platform upon which an appropriate vision for public education can be based, including an understanding of the challenges and opportunities of diversity in American schools.
    3. describe a broad understanding of the systems and processes that impact public schools, along with issues that administrators face in education focused on curriculum.
    4. use various qualitative and quantitative tools to assess curricular improvement efforts.
    5. conduct a site-review analysis and appropriately present critical findings, as well as suggest, articulate, and implement strategies for curriculum improvement and overall school needs.


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  • EL 704 - Community College Administration and Operation

    (3 units)
    Organization and administration of the community college in the context of its mission and role in American higher education.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of the American community college history, mission, philosophy, and goals.
    2. describe a minimum of three community college governance models, finance structures, and organizational patterns.
    3. identify core competencies for community college leaders as developed by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC).
    4. demonstrate a familiarity with the community college curriculum and its relationship to mission, the state economy, and community.
    5. demonstrate an awareness of the community college student demographics, their needs, and institutional responses to student access and success.
    6. describe state and federal policies and their relationship to community college operations and student success using the Achieve the Dream: Community Colleges Count project.
    7. analyze research on the effectiveness of community colleges.


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  • EL 705 - Seminar in Administrative Problems

    (3 units)
    Provides opportunity for advanced students to select and analyze current problems and to develop proposed solutions to such problems. Current related issues discussed.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 4

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. recognize the complexity of issues related to higher education administration.
    2. examine case studies of contemporary administrative problems and propose solutions.
    3. critically analyze journal articles which relate to problems in higher education administration.
    4. assist colleagues in solving administrative problems that arise in their professional lives.


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  • EL 706 - Administration of Special Programs

    (3 units)
    Topics in the administration and supervision of specific school programs: (a) pupil personnel/guidance services, (b) vocational technical programs, (c) special education programs, (d) adult education programs, and (e) programs for students with special needs. May be repeated for up to 9 credits.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of the role of leadership in relationship to unique programs.
    2. demonstrate skills and knowledge of leadership for unique programs.
    3. demonstrate knowledge of the interrelationships among special programs, existing programs, and student outcomes.
    4. apply knowledge of in-depth review of relevant research related to special programs to effective organizational change.
    5. apply best practices of instructional research methodologies to promote improvement.


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  • EL 707 - Seminar in Administration of Higher Education

    (3 units)
    Programming, staffing and organization of higher education institutions.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. develop perspectives on the enduring questions about higher education in the United States and how they apply today in a contested environment.
    2. identify and explain the landscape of higher education in the United States in terms of varying characteristics; e.g., control (private, public); instructional level (4-year, 2-year); Carnegie Basic; orientation (secular, religious/independent; and business model (non-profit, for-profit).
    3. discuss the implications of the variety of higher education institutions in the United States in terms of their mission, programs, institutional control, student characteristics; academic life of faculty; external and internal governance, career opportunities and so forth.
    4. demonstrate understanding of the historical development and expansion of higher education in the United States.
    5. identify and discuss foundational concepts common to academic life in universities and develop some perspective as to their viability today.
    6. identify and analyze the role of the federal and state government in the expansion, support, and control of higher education in the United States.
    7. identify organization structures and key leadership and administrative roles common to higher education institutions in the United States.


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  • EL 709 - Academic Administration in Higher Education

    (3 units)
    Study various academic administration positions at the university, including their role in personnel, tenure, and promotion, curriculum development & accreditation, and external affairs.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. recall and articulate the history and development of the concepts of academic freedom and tenure.
    2. explain and differentiate between the roles and responsibilities of department chairs, school directors, and college deans.
    3. discuss the role of accreditation in professional programs and the process of preparing unit self-studies.
    4. apply parliamentary procedures to the conduct of professional meetings.


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  • EL 710 - The Principalship

    (3 units)
    Gives specific treatment to the administration of the school unit at the elementary, middle school, junior high and senior high levels.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate ability to develop and articulate a vision for learning that is shared and supported by all stakeholders.
    2. demonstrate ability to advocate, nurture, and sustain a school culture and instructional programs conducive for student (K-12) learning and staff professional growth.
    3. demonstrate ability to manage resources and operations to promote a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.
    4. describe the means to effectively mobilize community resources to respond to diverse student and community needs and interests.
    5. articulate the role that integrity, fairness, and ethics play in educational leadership.


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  • EL 711 - Articulation of Post Secondary Education Curricula

    (3 units)
    Emphasis is placed on the necessity for continuity of the curriculum of secondary education, the community college and colleges and universities.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. describe the nature, goals, and basic principles of a P-16 (or P-20) system in the United States.
    2. demonstrate the analytical skills necessary to review educational research reports and public policy.
    3. identify and analyze critical issues associated with articulation and transfer issues between community colleges and four-year institutions.
    4. demonstrate understanding of the larger picture of state higher educational policy.
    5. analyze the roles of various agencies, institutions, political bodies, and individuals in the formation of public policy and develop an understanding of the ideology that influences many reports and policy recommendations.
    6. describe and critique how curricular decisions are made within different type of educational institutions.


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  • EL 712 - History of Education

    (3 units)
    Development of educational thought and practice in Western civilization.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. compare and contrast the foundations of education in the US and education in Europe.
    2. discuss and explain the reoccurring historical themes in the history of Western education.
    3. develop an argument based on historical evidence.
    4. demonstrate understanding of the importance of chronology in the history of Western education.
    5. analyze primary and secondary sources of information.
    6. utilize theory to inform policy and practice in higher education.


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  • EL 713 - History of Education in the U.S.

    (3 units)
    Factors and conditions which have been influential in the shaping of educational thought, ideals, theories and practices of current American education.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. describe the basic outline of the history of American education.
    2. describe and analyze student culture and experience.
    3. explain how the people, forces and movements have made American higher education what it is today.
    4. critique the role tradition has played in contemporary education.
    5. explain how education has evolved and investigate why it is difficult to make changes.
    6. critique the role of the federal government in the development of American higher education.


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  • EL 715 - Supervision and Evaluation of Teaching

    (3 units)
    Approaches to improving and safeguarding quality of instruction through classroom observation and feedback, staff development, action research and accountability in personnel decision making.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. develop or refine a foundation of research-based knowledge about teacher effectiveness.
    2. articulate concepts and principles of supervision and evaluation.
    3. use tools and strategies needed to analyze classroom instruction.
    4. create and provide feedback to teachers and, when needed, to prescribe appropriate remediation for ineffective performance.
    5. demonstrate knowledge of legal aspects of teacher evaluation.
    6. demonstrate knowledge of staff development and action research.
    7. demonstrate refined skills of oral and written communication.


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  • EL 718 - Social Foundations of Education

    (3 units)
    Emphasizes the changing role of our educational system in meeting demands of our post-industrial society.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain historical, contemporary, and emergent issues related to American education.
    2. articulate a philosophy of teaching that support student learning.
    3. communicate an informed perspective on educational issues.
    4. analyze research related to current instructional and educational practices.


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  • EL 719 - Philosophy of Education

    (3 units)
    Examination and analysis of philosophical issues in education with particular reference to noted traditional and contemporary philosophers. Importance of developing a consistent personal philosophy of education.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate knowledge of various educational philosophies and movements.
    2. demonstrate understanding of the role of social, psychological, political, historical and technological forces in making sound educational decisions.
    3. examine the nature of teaching and schooling to formulate a personal education philosophy.
    4. demonstrate understanding of diversity and multiple perspectives.
    5. demonstrate critical thinking skills.
    6. recognize, express, and analyze arguments in the context of educational philosophy.
    7. demonstrate ability to analyze research within the context of educational philosophy.


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  • EL 720 - Seminar in Philosophy of Education

    (3 units)
    Critical analysis and evaluation of philosophies of education. Implications for practice of pragmatism, logical empiricism and existentialism.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of central views of Western educational philosophy.
    2. demonstrate ability to analyze and clarify ideas and current issues related to education.
    3. demonstrate ability to present ideas and arguments effectively, both orally and in writing.
    4. discuss the relationship among theory, philosophy, and educational practice.
    5. compare and contrast various philosophical perspectives.
    6. discuss a minimum of three philosophies as they relate to the aims of education, teaching methodologies, curricular strategies, and leadership.


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  • EL 722 - Crucial Issues In Ed

    (3 units)
    Problem analysis of timely issues in education analyzing their legal, historical, sociological and philosophical dimensions with focus on problems of continuing concern.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate critical thinking skills to analyze arguments and positions of a variety of educational professionals.
    2. write a critical review related to selected current topics.
    3. conduct a review of literature related to origins, nature, purposes, and tactics of various interest groups related to public education.
    4. analyze the effects of social, economic, and political contexts in relationship to student achievement.


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  • EL 723 - Higher Education Finance and Facilities

    (3 units)
    Principles of financial and facilities management in colleges and universities including strategic planning, organization, major revenue and expenditure areas, trends and issues.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. develop an understanding of the basic economic concepts related to finance and facilities in higher education (human capital and investment, theories of revenue, cost, productivity, price, subsidies, and elasticity).
    2. identify critical issues related to higher education finance and facilities management including planning and budgeting, common budget models, budget cycles, auxiliary and capital budgets, revenue and expenditures, contracts and outsourcing, bonding and joint ventures, and planning facilities and maintenance strategies.
    3. identify key scholars, researchers, and practitioners in higher education finance and facilities and develop confidence in describing and debating key issues related to finance.
    4. identify common strategies and skills for self-support and entrepreneurial activities on college campuses and create a budget for a sample program or department.
    5. demonstrate understanding of common strategies for implementing budget cuts and adjusting for loss of resources and, utilizing real data from NSHE, create a budget reduction plan that links to the institutional strategic plan as well as critique common cost savings proposals.
    6. demonstrate ability to independently research, analyze, and articulate higher education financial data and related policy issues.
    7. assess and understand real examples of budget and facilities management from higher education experts.


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  • EL 725 - Public School Finance

    (3 units)
    Study of local, state and federal revenue sources used to support public education. State aid, taxation and current issues are emphasized.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of key issues related to public school finance related to district level school finance.
    2. analyze, interpret, and summarize financial data, trends, and implications for planning budgets for school districts.
    3. demonstrate understanding of funding sources, taxation, and legal requirement related to school finance.
    4. demonstrate understanding of the economics and finance of K-12 and higher education, including methods of financing public education and contemporary policy issues regarding school.
    5. demonstrate understanding of effective management of resources to align with district vision and mission.
    6. demonstrate understanding of the role of various stakeholder groups in budgeting and finance.


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  • EL 726 - School Business Management

    (3 units)
    The administration of school insurance, transportation, food services, purchasing, inventory control, state and federal accounting systems and budgeting procedures.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate knowledge related planning and budget development and administration.
    2. demonstrate knowledge of the information and processes related to the funding of public education.
    3. demonstrate knowledge of key factors related to local, state, and federal sources of revenue.
    4. demonstrate knowledge of critical issues related to taxation and school finance.
    5. demonstrate skills and knowledge related to systematic fiscal operations in school management.
    6. demonstrate knowledge related to accounting, auditing, and report of school financial issues.


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  • EL 727 - Seminar in School Finance

    (1 to 4 units)
    Specific problems related to financing public education on the local, state and national levels.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 4

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: X
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. discuss basic concepts of taxation, assessment, and tax collection.
    2. discuss the implications of various revenue sources (local, state, and federal), Students will be able to discuss the concepts of equity and adequacy in school finance.
    3. discuss the key concepts associated with the Nevada School Finance Plan.
    4. demonstrate understanding of key issues related to school finance and bond issues.


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  • EL 731 - School Surveys and Educational Facilities

    (3 units)
    Master planning for school districts involving the details of programming, site selection, construction, equipment and student enrollment projections. Laboratory work.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. develop an understanding of key issues related to operations and management of educational facilities.
    2. analyze, interpret, and summarize student enrollment data, trends, and implications for planning for school facilities.
    3. develop an understanding of funding sources, taxation, and legal requirement related to facilities construction.
    4. develop an understanding of the process of involvement of stakeholders in the planning process for facilities and contemporary policy issues regarding construction.
    5. develop an understanding of construction management.
    6. develop an understanding of the role of various stakeholder groups in planning, design, and finance for educational facilities.


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  • EL 734 - Special Education Law

    (3 units)
    Case law with special consideration given to litigation relating to students with disabilities and school officials.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Summer - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. summarize the legal bases for the governance of public schools in the United States and describe the structural arrangement for control of public schools within a federal system of government.
    2. identify and summarize the sources of law that impact schools including constitutional provisions, court decisions, statutory enactments, administrative regulations, and local policies and practices.
    3. describe the roles and functions of the state and federal courts in the United States.
    4. demonstrate a sufficient grasp of legal terminology in order to read materials for the course and interpret legal requirements to those affected by the law or rules and regulations.
    5. demonstrate understanding of the fundamentals and history of the development of special education and civil rights for students with disabilities.


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  • EL 735 - The Law of Public Education I

    (3 units)
    Examination of statutory and case law with special consideration given to litigation relating to teachers and students. Emphasis on due process requirements.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. summarize the legal bases for the governance of public schools in the United States and describe the structural arrangement for the control of public schools within a federal system of government.
    2. identify and summarize the sources of law that impact schools including constitutional provisions, court decisions, statutory enactments, administrative regulations, and local policies and practices.
    3. describe the roles and functions of the state and federal courts in the United States.
    4. demonstrate a sufficient grasp of legal terminology to read materials for the course and to be able to interpret legal requirements to those affected by the law or rules and regulations.
    5. summarize the fundamental principles of federal and state constitutional law and explain how they have been developed and applied by the courts.


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  • EL 736 - Seminar in School Law

    (1 to 4 units)
    Special problems related to the legal aspects of education on the local, state and federal levels.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 4

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: X
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. summarize the legal bases for the governance of public schools in the United States and describe the structural arrangement for the control of public schools within a federal system of government.
    2. identify and summarize the sources of law that impact schools including constitutional provisions, court decisions, statutory enactments, administrative regulations, and local policies and practices.
    3. describe the roles and functions of the state and federal courts in the United States.
    4. demonstrate a sufficient grasp of legal terminology to read materials for the course and to be able to interpret legal requirements to those affected by the law or rules and regulations.
    5. summarize the fundamental principles of federal and state constitutional law and explain how they have been developed and applied by the courts.
    6. identify the major federal and state statutes impacting education.
    7. demonstrate ability to engage in reflective, critical analysis of various legal issues through reading and critiquing legal opinions.
    8. apply the concepts and principles of law to selected, hypothetical problems of practice and assess the consequences of your decisions and actions.
    9. articulate a rational and legal basis for your decisions and actions to relevant stakeholders.
    10. discuss and critique the implications of the judicial decisions for the leadership and management of schools.


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  • EL 738 - Legal and Ethical Issues in Higher Education

    (3 units)
    Issues related to the governance and decision making processes of higher education boards, administrators, faculty and students.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify and summarize the legal framework of constitutional, statutory and regulatory, and case law within which leaders in higher education in the United States must function.
    2. identify and summarize the sources of law (constitutional, statutory, regulatory) that impact higher education in the United States.
    3. describe the roles and functions of the state and federal courts in the United States and explain the litigation process.
    4. demonstrate a sufficient grasp of legal terminology to read materials for the course and to be able to interpret legal requirements to those affected by the law or rules and regulations.
    5. demonstrate ability to use a variety of legal resources including WestLaw and LexisNexis for accessing current material as well as for your continuing information after you finish the course.


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  • EL 740 - The Law of Public Education II

    (3 units)
    Legal authority of the public school with special consideration given to legal issues facing boards of education. Topics include: tort liability, religion and censorship.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply knowledge of federal law in relations to politics, ethics,school administration and social justice.
    2. demonstrate understanding ofthe interactions and implications of state constitutional, statutory, and regulatory implications for educational leadership.
    3. apply knowledge of federal constitutional provisions and judicial decisions that affect education systems including judicially recognized individual rights and principles guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution to influence public education.
    4. apply knowledge about statutory and case laws to develop a strategy to formulate, enact, and implement policies that create safe school environments.


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  • EL 741 - Politics, Policy and Ethics

    (3 units)
    Emphasis on national, state and local political structures and processes including the origin and appraisal of school policies. Key constituencies to be discussed.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of the context of local, state and federal education policy.
    2. analyze the roles of various agencies, institutions, political bodies, media, and special interests in the formation of public policy.
    3. research key points of view and arguments for and against various education policy strategies.
    4. use the Nevada legislature as a case study to understand the political arena in which education functions. Review specific k-12 and higher education bills introduced during the session. Conduct a cost analysis of each bill and develop a list of potential unintended consequences.
    5. conduct a written policy analysis of a specific policy at the federal, state or institutional level. Students will be able to conduct a pro and con debate of the policy with colleagues.


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  • EL 742 - Understanding Minority Serving Institutions

    (3 units)
    This class will examine the development, evolution, institutional contexts, and outcomes of Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) in higher education. Students will learn to characterize and evaluate MSIs based on their student populations, funding, politics, and other relevant issues.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. analyze and discuss the development and evolution of Minority Serving Institutions in the context of American higher education.
    2. describe, analyze, and discuss the characteristics, contexts, funding schemes, politics, and experiences of various populations at Minority Serving Institutions (i.e., students, faculty, administrators) and articulate how these shape our broader understanding of higher education access, success, and policy-making.
    3. apply their knowledge and analysis of the theory, research, policies, practice, and institutional contexts of Minority Serving Institutions, through original research papers and presentations.


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  • EL 743 - Public Relations for Schools

    (3 units)
    Principles and practices pertaining to public relations, including the role of professional and classified personnel as well as the public.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding to the role of leadership in school public relations.
    2. demonstrate skills and knowledge related to effective communication, both orally and in writing, with the public.
    3. develop a school public relations plan.
    4. develop a series of press releases related to teaching and learning.


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  • EL 745 - Seminar in Administration of Special Education

    (1 to 4 units)
    Specific problems related to the administration of programs for handicapped children. Topics include finance, organization, public policy, program evaluation, supervision and conflict mediation.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 4

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of the philosophical, historical, and legal foundations of special education.
    2. demonstrate understanding of state and federal requirements related to special education.
    3. demonstrate understanding of best practices related to the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs that are supportive of special education.
    4. demonstrate understanding of effective methods to communication and support students and families.


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  • EL 746 - Data Based Decision Making

    (3 units)
    Emphasis on the understanding and use of data to improve teaching and learning in the classroom. Data analysis relating to educational leadership and decision-making applications.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain existing principles and issues related to management decisions, learning, teaching, and achievement.
    2. demonstrate understanding of the procedures used in measurement, evaluation, and assessment of the learning environment.
    3. use information sources, current technologies, data collection, strategies, and effective communication to make data based decisions and effective consensus building.
    4. analyze and interpret educational data, issues, and trends.
    5. use quantitative and qualitative data to plan and assess school needs.
    6. conduct an analysis of achievement data and appropriately present critical findings, as well as suggest, articulate, and implement data based decisions for improvement.
    7. demonstrate improved skills of oral and written communication.


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  • EL 747 - Research Analysis and Development

    (3 units)
    Orientation to processes of scholarly inquiry and the culture and expectations of advanced graduate work.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate skills and knowledge related to effective research in educational leadership.
    2. apply research to leadership practices in the field.
    3. conduct a review of literature related to effective leadership.
    4. develop a plan for action research within the educational setting.


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  • EL 751 - Access and Equity on the Path to College

    (3 units)
    An examination of trends and policies in K-12 and higher education that help us understand how access to postsecondary education is stratified across racial and class lines. The class will also explore strategies to create greater equity in the path to college.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. critically apply theory and research to current and historical trends in college access in the U.S.
    2. analyze, through discussion and analytic essays, the ways in which policies and practices influence college access and choice, particularly for underrepresented groups.
    3. conduct their own empirical analyses of contemporary issues in college access.
    4. apply their knowledge and analysis to developing and evaluating policies and practices that promote college access.


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  • EL 752 - Seminar in College Teaching

    (2 to 5 units)
    Topics include: (a) methods of teaching; (b) theories of learning; (c) modern technology in teaching; (d) evaluation and measurements; (e) social foundations of higher education.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 5

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: X
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. articulate and refine a personal philosophy of teaching and explain how to put it into practice.
    2. demonstrate ability to design and deliver an effective learning unit using current technology, using at least one classroom assessment technique.
    3. develop measureable learning objectives and a course syllabus.
    4. develop assessment and grading structures for your course that are based on sound pedagogical principles.
    5. use various learning styles to develop effective teaching strategies.


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  • EL 753 - Seminar for New and Current School Administrators

    (1 to 4 units)
    In-service assistance with a focus on problem resolution and discussion related to the current literature.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 4

    Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of best practices related to current leadership issues within public schools.
    2. demonstrate research skills related to analysis and application of educational research to current educational problems.
    3. demonstrate effective communication skills.
    4. collect and analyze data related to current educational issues.
    5. develop solutions aligned with vision and mission.


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  • EL 754 - Enrollment Management and Financial Aid in Higher Education

    (3 units)
    Examination of theories, concepts, and current trends related to enrollment management and financial aid policy in Higher Education.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of the basic principles and practices of enrollment management.
    2. describe the functions of departments and units related to institutional enrollment management.
    3. prepare a journal article on enrollment principles or financial aid reform utilizing publication guidelines.
    4. demonstrate ability to implement workable and practical enrollment management strategies.
    5. demonstrate ability to complete the U.S. Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid Coach online course.
    6. describe current financial aid reform proposals proposed by key higher education association and think tanks.


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  • EL 755 - Organizational Theory in Higher Education

    (3 units)
    An examination of historical and current theories of organizational behavior and their application to higher education.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate competency of the basic concepts of organizational theory and culture of educational institutions.
    2. analyze current issues of higher education institutions in relationship to organization structure.
    3. recognize the many forces that influence organizational behavior.
    4. utilize organizational theory to improve management decisions and organizational outcomes.
    5. develop and/or refine oral and written communication skills.


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  • EL 756 - Diversity in Higher Education

    (3 units)
    A reading course on leadership responsibilities for building campus environments that support student, faculty, and staff diversity.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate self-awareness of race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, social class, age, ability, and religion as well as an understanding of how these categories affect those who are different from themselves and their participation in higher education.
    2. articulate how categories of race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, social class, religion, sexual orientation, ability, age, and so on intersect and overlap within higher education campus communities.
    3. describe the effects of structural inequalities and prejudicial exclusion in higher education.
    4. describe how difference, discrimination, bias, and privilege are manifested on college campuses.
    5. describethe historic development of differing perspectives related to diversity and various processes that might lead to a more equitable college experience.


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  • EL 757 - College Student Development Theory

    (3 units)
    Major theories of college student development, the role of student development theory in Higher Education, and application of student development theory to student affairs practice.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. describe and analyze the major student development theories.
    2. apply student development theories to current and future leadership roles and practices in higher education.
    3. analyze research related to student development theory.
    4. demonstrate understanding of the interaction between college students and their environment.


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  • EL 758 - Seminar in Administration of Student Services

    (3 units)
    Student personnel functions of developing, implementing and evaluating to include: programs in higher education financial aids, career planning and placement, enrollment planning, residential life, counseling, student activities, academic advising and administration.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify and understand key events and trends that have shaped the evolution of student affairs as a profession.
    2. define key functions associated with student affairs on a college campus.
    3. identify and analyze current issues and problems within student affairs administration.
    4. apply legal and ethical standards to the delivery of student services.
    5. recognize the role of student affairs on a college or university campus, particularly the relationship to academic affairs.
    6. analyze current literature and name professional associations, scholars and practitioners in the field.
    7. formulate their own career goals and what they need to do in order to accomplish these goals.


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  • EL 759 - Student Retention and Success Strategies

    (3 units)
    Examines research and strategies used by higher education institutions to improve student retention and success.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify strategies used by higher education institutions that promote student success.
    2. demonstrate understanding of different types of institutions and the impact on students.
    3. analyze the effectiveness of retention programs at institutions of higher education.
    4. analyze retention research conducted on college and university students.
    5. demonstrate understanding of the factors that impact retention of specific groups of students.
    6. demonstrate improved skills of oral and written communication.


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  • EL 760 - Practicum in Computer Technology for Administrators

    (3 units)
    Practical experience and individualized instruction in the use of computer technology in educational administration settings. Areas of interest emphasis selected by the student and instructor based on skill level and specific needs dictated by the work environment.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Internship/Practicum: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of various computer application, software, and web-based resources.
    2. demonstrate skills and knowledge related to evaluation, selection, and applications for integration of technology within the teaching and learning process.
    3. demonstrate understanding of effective methods of integration of technology into the teaching, learning, and administration.
    4. demonstrate knowledge and skills related to resource allocation, financial planning, and facilities issues related to technology.
    5. demonstrate understanding of social, legal, and ethical practices necessary to promote responsible use of technology.


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  • EL 762 - Planning and Strategic Management

    (3 units)
    Study of effective design, development, analysis, and implementation of strategic plans in educational organizations. Strategic management processes and procedures will be studied and analyzed.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. develop a review of research and literature related to planning models and benefits.
    2. demonstrate understanding of the role of vision and mission in the planning of organizational change.
    3. conduct a comparative analysis of two strategic plan and corresponding evaluation methods.
    4. conduct a SWOT Analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats).


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  • EL 763 - Change Strategies

    (3 units)
    Managerial challenges of planning, understanding, implementation, and facilitating the strategic change process in organizational and educational settings.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. discuss the role of an educational leader who facilitates, develops processes, and engages in activities related to organizational improvement.
    2. discuss the role of organizational culture related to continuous improvement.
    3. discuss and provide examples of the role of leaders related to high levels of personnel and organizational performance.


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  • EL 764 - Leadership in Higher Education

    (3 units)
    Examine the historical and current theories of leadership and their application to Higher Education.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify their leadership strengths.
    2. describe how their leadership style impacts their everyday work.
    3. describe how different leadership styles might be used effectively in higher education settings.
    4. demonstrate understanding of how leadership relates to all aspects of higher education.
    5. examine diverse perspectives of both theory and practice of higher education leadership.
    6. demonstrate improved skills of oral and written communication.


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  • EL 765 - Advanced Leadership Theory and Applications

    (3 to 6 units)
    Exploration of links between theory and practice in relationships to teaching, learning, leadership, organizational change and school improvement.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of the role of leadership in curriculum development, implementation and improvement.
    2. demonstrate knowledge related to interactions of curriculum, assessment, instruction.
    3. demonstrate knowledge related to effective application of Professional Learning Communities to improve the curriculum.
    4. demonstrate understanding of the interaction of leadership, curriculum, and vision.


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  • EL 766 - Personnel Administration in Higher Education

    (3 units)
    Complex issues of personnel administration in higher education, including how to recruit, hire, train, motivate, discipline, and terminate diverse faculty and staff.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. examine the complexity of issues related to personnel administration in higher education.
    2. assess the recruitment process and procedures for faculty and staff.
    3. explain and evaluate the importance of the recruitment of a diverse faculty and staff.
    4. develop a plan for training and motivating faculty and staff to perform assigned duties.
    5. explain the disciplinary process for faculty and staff.
    6. describe and apply the legal framework of university, NSHE, and the state system in the discipline and termination procedures of faculty and staff.


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  • EL 767 - Issues and Trends in College Student Development

    (3 units)
    Complexities of current issues facing college student development and ways of dealing with these issues through use of theory and research.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. compare and contrast the major student development theories.
    2. describe the complexities of current issues facing college students.
    3. apply theory in considering issues that impact student success in higher education.
    4. analyze current research related to issues and trends in college student development.
    5. recognize the contributions of various sub-communities of students on college campuses.


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  • EL 769 - Reform and Innovation in Higher Education

    (3 units)
    An examination of historical trends and the present-day impetus for restructuring the form and function of US colleges and universities, including governance, curriculum, and methods of instruction.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. critically apply theory and research-based assessment to current and past instances of higher education reform efforts and strategies for innovation.
    2. analyze, in discussion and argumentative essays, the ways in which the form and function of higher education are challenged by reform and defended by reactive forces.
    3. conduct their own empirical analyses of ongoing reforms and innovations in higher education institutions.
    4. apply their knowledge and analysis to promoting the cause of higher education reform, pushing back against it, or holding it at arm’s length – however they see fit – while continuing to perceive and interpret its patterns and manifestations.


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  • EL 777 - Instructional Leadership and Student Achievement

    (3 units)
    Approaches to improving and safeguarding student achievement by assessing quality of instructional programs and making concrete plans for school-based improvements.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify learning targets for Learner Centered classrooms.
    2. compare and contrast a Learner Center Instructional stance and a Delivery Centered Instructional stance.
    3. identify the differences between an independent contractor type teacher and team oriented teacher.
    4. discuss the role of Professional Learning Communities to promote common vision and development of high student expectations.


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  • EL 780 - Introduction to the Study of Higher Education

    (3 units)
    An introductory overview of the major disciplinary traditions in the study of higher education, including sociology, economics, psychology, and history. Students will write literature reviews and participate in a group project. The course does not fulfill a research requirement.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. articulate in writing and verbally and critically analyze the major scholarly traditions in the study of higher education.
    2. independently create a literature review focused on one of the major scholarly traditions in the study of higher education.
    3. propose an original study in a team setting and critically analyze their experience doing so.


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  • EL 791 - Special Topics

    (1 to 4 units)
    Literature review and analysis of assigned topics focusing on contemporary and future issues in school administration and other issues. May be repeated when topics vary.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 12

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. distinguish the roles and responsibilities of the team physician, athletics trainer, strength and conditioning coach, sports nutritionist, and sports psychologist through an analysis of written and oral communications.
    2. demonstrate an in-depth understanding of concussions in sports.
    3. demonstrate knowledge of what constitutes student-athlete abuse and hazing in intercollegiate athletics.


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  • EL 792 - Special Problems

    (1 to 4 units)
    Individual or group research projects in various areas of school administration and issues related to the public school setting.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 4

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: X
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate skills and knowledge related to selected key issues in educational leadership.
    2. demonstrate understanding of the role of leadership and organization learning.
    3. examine various leadership theories in relationship to identified key issues in education.
    4. demonstrate skills and knowledge related to organizational theory, leadership, and planned change.


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  • EL 793 - Independent Study

    (1 to 4 units)
    Supervised readings with conferences.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 4

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate skills and knowledge related to a selected topic.
    2. develop a scholarly paper related to the selected topic.
    3. discuss key issues related to interactions of the role of leadership, proactive problem solving, and the selected topic.


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  • EL 794 - Professional Paper

    (1 to 3 units)
    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Units of Independent Study: X
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. develop a scholarly paper related to a select topic.
    2. conduct a review of related research related to the select topic.
    3. demonstrate understanding and be able to discuss the key interactions among educational leadership, the selected topic, and organizational change theories.


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  • EL 795 - Comprehensive Examination

    (1 to 3 units)
    Course is used by graduate programs to administer comprehensive examinations either as an end of program comprehensive examination or as a qualifying examination for doctoral candidates prior to being advanced to candidacy.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Units of Independent Study: X
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate skills and knowledge related to their program of studies.
    2. demonstrate mastery of specific content.


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  • EL 797 - Thesis

    (1 to 6 units)
    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Independent Study: X
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate critical thinking and analysis of educational leadership concepts.
    2. demonstrate effective written communication skills and technical knowledge of written skills.
    3. demonstrate ability to present and interpret data, research, and/or literature related to a selected topic.


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  • EL 798 - Internship

    (1 to 9 units)
    Practical experience in the students major field under close supervision and direction of local school system personnel and university staff members. Experience areas selected by student, advisor and department chairman.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 9

    Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate success by completing 135 hours of internship.
    2. apply higher education theory and concepts to their internship duties.
    3. develop career skills such as self-discipline, teamwork, responsibility and initiative in a real world setting.
    4. demonstrate ability to work well with others.
    5. assess their own strengths and weaknesses as a potential employee.
    6. compare and contrast the performances of professionals in action.
    7. evaluate their own performance over the course of the internship and use this self-reflection to make improvements in their future performance.
    8. assess their career goals and objectives.
    9. build a network of professional contacts for future career development.
    10. utilize and use reflection through journaling.
    11. present a synopsis of their experience.


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  • EL 799 - Dissertation

    (1 to 12 units)
    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Independent Study: X
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate ability to draw reasonable conclusions for a body of knowledge.
    2. demonstrate ability to analyze and interpret data.
    3. demonstrate mastery of the methodology and techniques specific to the field of study.
    4. demonstratecommunication skills and knowledge both orally and in writing at a high level of proficiency.
    5. demonstrate ability to conduct independent research.


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  • EL 899 - Graduate Advisement

    (1 to 4 units)
    Provides access to faculty for continued consultation and advisement. No grade is filed and credits may not be applied to any degree requirements. Limited to 8 credits (2 semester) enrollment. For non-thesis master’s degree students only.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 8

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:


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Educational Psychology
  

  • EPY 220A - Principles of Educational Psychology/Elementary

    (3 units)
    Overview of the psychology of learning, motivation, growth and development, personality dynamics and social adjustment. Credit is allowed in only one of EPY 220A or EPY 220B.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify developmental and learning characteristics of elementary/secondary students as they relate to cognitive development.
    2. identify developmental and learning characteristics of elementary/secondary students as they relate to moral development.
    3. identify developmental and learning characteristics of elementary/secondary students as they relate to social and emotional development.
    4. identify developmental and learning characteristics of elementary/secondary students as they relate to identity development.
    5. identify developmental and learning characteristics of elementary/secondary students as they relate to behavior and classroom management.


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  • EPY 220B - Principles of Educational Psychology/Secondary

    (3 units)
    Overview of the psychology of learning, motivation, growth and development, personality dynamics and social adjustment. Credit is allowed in only one of EPY 220A  or EPY 220B.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify developmental and learning characteristics of elementary/secondary students as they relate to cognitive development.
    2. identify developmental and learning characteristics of elementary/secondary students as they relate to moral development.
    3. identify developmental and learning characteristics of elementary/secondary students as they relate to social and emotional development.
    4. identify developmental and learning characteristics of elementary/secondary students as they relate to identity development.
    5. identify developmental and learning characteristics of elementary/secondary students as they relate to behavior and classroom management.


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  • EPY 440 - Educational Measurements and Statistics

    (3 units)
    Basic statistical methods in the field of education and related disciplines. Emphasis on role of statistics in behavioral research; meets certification requirements for those areas in education requiring a background in statistical understanding.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate competence in understanding and applying basic statistics in education and counseling.


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Educational Research
  

  • EDRS 640 - Educational Measurements and Statistics

    (3 units)
    Basic statistical methods in the field of education and related disciplines. Emphasis on role of statistics in behavioral research; meets certification requirements for those areas in education requiring a background in statistical understandings.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. determine whether or not the analysis was significant when given a traditional source table from a oneway ANOVA.
    2. determine whether or not there is homogeneity of variance, and whether or not the analysis was significant when given an SPSS printout of a t-test for independent data.
    3. determine whether or not the analysis was significant when given an SPSS printout of a paired samples t-test.
    4. determine whether or not the coefficient was significant and whether or not the relationship is positive or negative when given an SPSS printout of the calculation of a Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient.
    5. calculate the MEAN, MODE, and MEDIAN given a distribution of 10 scores.


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  • EDRS 700 - Introduction to Educational Research

    (3 units)
    Introduction course required for all students preparing for an advanced degree. Emphasis on the purpose, general procedures and types of educational research. Designed for research practitioners and consumers.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. critique strengths and limitations of educational research articles.
    2. recognize relative strengths and limitations of quantitative and qualitative research.
    3. analyze quantitative and qualitative data.
    4. relate design decisions to quality of inference.


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  • EDRS 715 - Advanced Measurement and Assessment in Education

    (3 units)
    Provides knowledge, and skills to understand, develop, appraise and use measurement and assessment in education and counseling. Topics: purpose and types of tests, classical test and item response theories, test development, reliability, validity, and ethical issues. 

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain the role of measurement in education and counseling. 
    2. apply the principles and procedures of statistics and measurement theory to interpret test scores, evaluate the adequacy of reliability and validity evidence.
    3. identify procedures for test development. 
    4. identify the key features of item response theory and classical test theory. 


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  • EDRS 740 - Univariate Statistics in Educational Research

    (3 units)
    Second course designed for the student planning to contribute research findings of their own design. Refinement of inferential statistical methods introduced in EDRS 640.

    Prerequisite(s): EDRS 640 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate increased understanding of statistical concepts and procedures introduced in CEP640.
    2. develop skill in choosing the correct statistical analysis for given data sets.
    3. develop skill in running statistical computer programs (SPSS for Windows, and EXCEL).
    4. develop skill in reading, understanding, and interpreting computer printouts of various statistical analyses.
    5. clearly write the data analysis and results for a research paper with APA requirements.


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  • EDRS 741 - Nonparametric Statistics in Educational Research

    (3 units)
    Emphasis on computers in designing and carrying out research, preparing manuscripts for publication and in using non-parametric statistics in educational research.

    Prerequisite(s): EDRS 740 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate increased understanding of statistical concepts and procedures introduced in earlier statistics courses.
    2. develop skill in choosing the correct statistical analysis for given data sets, with emphases on nonparametric analyses.
    3. develop skill in creating data files, running statistical computer programs (SPSS for Windows, and EXCEL).
    4. develop skill in reading, understanding, and interpreting computer printouts of various statistical analyses.
    5. clearly write the data analysis and results for a research paper with APA requirements.


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  • EDRS 743 - Multivariate Statistics in Educational Research

    (3 units)
    Research design, analysis and synthesis, with emphasis on computer applications of advanced statistics and preparation of research reports for publication in education and related journals.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. develop a deeper understanding of statistics.
    2. develop a foundation for the understanding and use of statistics you might use to analyze your dissertation data.
    3. demonstrate ability to use SPSSPC to input and analyze data.
    4. demonstrate ability to interpret the output associated with your data analysis.
    5. demonstrate ability to write the results of your data analysis in scholarly language and format.


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  • EDRS 745 - Advanced Research Design

    (3 units)
    This course prepares students to design and conduct quantitative research. Topics include statistical methods, experimental designs, quasi-experimental designs, correlational designs, meta-analysis, content analysis of research findings.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. describe and critically examine different types of quantitative research and discuss their limitations in education or counseling.
    2. choose appropriate research methodologies and report results accurately, for quantitative research questions in education or counseling.
    3. demonstrate knowledge through presenting and leading a discussion on the empirical articles, and completing and presenting a research proposal for quantitative research.


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  • EDRS 752 - Qualitative Research in Education

    (3 units)
    Fundamental framework for doing general and case study research; with attention given to theoretical, ethical, and practical considerations. (EDRS 752 and EDUC 752 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. describe the unique characteristics of qualitative research and evaluate research studies that demonstrate these characteristics.
    2. practice qualitative research by conducting a qualitative research study.
    3. interpret qualitative data and write a qualitative report showcasing the results of this analysis.


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  • EDRS 753 - Advanced Qualitative Research in Education

    (3 units)
    Framework for doing multiple case study research and cross-case comparison with attention given to data collection and management.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. describe the unique characteristics of qualitative research and evaluate research studies that demonstrate these characteristics.
    2. practice qualitative research by conducting a qualitative research study.
    3. interpret qualitative data and write a qualitative report showcasing the results of this analysis.


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  • EDRS 755 - Mixed Methods Research in Education

    (3 units)
    Study of the historical foundations and applications of mixed methods research in education.

    Prerequisite(s): EDRS 740 ; EDRS 752 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. read mixed-methods research studies and analyze the studies, evaluating the content of the study including design typology, data collection procedures, and how well the researchers synthesized the QUAN/QUAL data in the analysis stage.
    2. present to the class content related to conceptual issues, methodological issues, and contemporary application issues in mixed-methods research, highlighting areas related to the topic areas students in class are currently studying.
    3. design an original mixed-methods research study from research question development, justification for use of MMR, outline of study design, plan for data collection and sampling procedures, plan for data analysis, and a draft of write up of sample results.
    4. provide peer review throughout the course, reviewing and providing feedback on presentations of content material (utilizing rubrics provided by the instructor) and providing feedback on drafts at various stages of the MMR study project, also utilizing rubrics provided by the instructor.


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  • EDRS 761 - Program Development and Evaluation

    (3 units)
    Provides a background in the design and implementation of program evaluations of social, educational, and community-based programs.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. show evidence of foundational knowledge in program development theory and practice.


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  • EDRS 771 - Special Topics in Advanced Educational Measurement and Statistics

    (3 units)
    Specialized instruction designed to develop breadth of understanding in advanced educational statistics and measurement topics.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate an understanding of the principles of quantitative research design and strategy.
    2. demonstrate skills necessary for applying statistical principles of inference to well-defined behavioral and educational problems.
    3. demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate manuscripts in which the statistical techniques/research designs covered in the course were used.
    4. carry out numerical analyses of data by hand or by statistical software for statistical analyses covered in the course.


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  • EDRS 785 - Survey Research in Education

    (3 units)
    Emphasis on design of mail, telephone and interview techniques for assessment, evaluation and research problems. Appropriate analysis of data is emphasized.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. recognize the use of survey research.
    2. understand and apply the Tailored Design Method.
    3. analyze the effectiveness of data collection tools.
    4. identify survey implementation techniques, data analysis methods, and data reporting.
    5. create a survey based on guidelines discussed in class and the research literature.
    6. demonstrate refined skills of oral and written communication.


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  • EDRS 790 - Research Applications in Education

    (3 units)
    Analysis of methods of research and findings. Application of these methods to a specific problem.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate ability to choose a research question for your dissertation, formulate a plan for conducting the research, and plan for data analysis.


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Educational Specialties
  

  • EDS 747 - Critical Numeracy Across the Curriculum

    (3 units)
    Quantitative literacy and its applications across the K-12+ curriculum. Attention to relevant issues of critical consumerism, citizenship, and social justice.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Other

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. know and explain key facts and ideas about quantitative literacy as it applies to K-12 education.
    2. develop a K-12 quantitative literacy task that involves using fundamental mathematics and real-world reasoning in an authentic context.
    3. evaluate classmates’ quantitative literacy tasks.


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  • EDS 748 - Equity and Diversity in Math and Science Education

    (3 units)
    Socio-cultural contexts and inclusive teaching in mathematics and science. Focus on student gender, race/ethnicity, linguistic background, exceptionality, and social class.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. know and explain key facts and ideas related to equity and diversity in mathematics and science education.
    2. research and present information on a specific topic within the area of equity and diversity in mathematics and science education.
    3. evaluate presented information related to equity and diversity in mathematics and science education.


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  • EDS 749 - Advanced Methods of Teaching Mathematical Problem Solving

    (3 units)
    Problem solving and reasoning in mathematics teaching and learning. Application to K-12 classrooms with attention to the needs of diverse learners.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. know and explain key facts and ideas about mathematical problem solving and reasoning as they apply to K-12 education.
    2. implement a problem-solving task with K-12 students and evaluate the effectiveness of the teaching actions taken.
    3. prepare problems with different problem contexts and evaluate the influence of those problem contexts on K-12 student problem-solving performance.


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  • EDS 750 - Advanced Methods of Teaching Geometry and Measurement

    (3 units)
    Advanced study of geometry and measurement instruction. Application to K-12 classrooms with attention to the needs of diverse learners.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. know and explain key facts and ideas about geometry and measurement as they apply to K-12 education.
    2. develop and implement K-12 geometry or measurement instructional material that reflects contemporary thinking in the field.
    3. locate and evaluate geometry/measurement teaching resources.


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  • EDS 795 - Comprehensive Examination

    (1 to 3 units)
    Course is used by graduate programs to administer comprehensive examinations either as an end of program comprehensive examination or as a qualifying examination for doctoral candidates prior to being advanced to candidacy. Credits determined by each individual program.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Units of Independent Study: X
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. articulate key criteria for evaluating published education research.
    2. locate high-quality scholarly literature and synthesize it into a literature review paper.
    3. develop a research-based practical project for a particular education-related audience.


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  • EDS 899 - Graduate Advisement

    (1 to 4 units)
    Provides access to faculty for continued consultation and advisement. Credits may not be applied to any degree requirements. Limited to 8 credits (2 semester) enrollment. For non-thesis master’s degree students only.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 8

    Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:


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