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Counseling (EDCO)

The terms listed are expected but are not guaranteed. For the courses offered during any given term, consult the Schedule of Classes.

100x Ethical Approaches to Self-Development (4, FaSp) Approaches to self-development, involving contrasting images of human nature, well-being, and the good society; emphasis on ethical views of Freud, the behaviorists, and the humanistic existentialists. Not available for major credit.

101x The Experience of Gender: Social Science Research Perspectives (4, FaSp) Research on such gender issues as sexuality, intimacy, and power, perspectives on women and men; critique of social science research. Generation of original research. Not available for major credit.

102xm Human Diversity: People, Power and Politics (4, FaSp) Social and political power relationships: Historical perspectives; factors which maintain dominate and subordinate status within current society; empowerment of persons (groups) in subordinate positions. Not available for major credit.

324 Asian American Psychology (4, Sp) Psychological issues of Asian Americans such as cultural identity, intergenerational conflict, stereotypes, interracial dating and marriage, educational achievement, and mental health.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8, FaSpSm) Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular) Selected topics in counseling, student personnel work, and student development.

500 The Counseling Process (3, FaSm) Theoretical foundations, models, values, and assumptions underlying psychological counseling; cross-cultural perspectives, ethical and legal considerations. Prerequisite: departmental approval for non-majors.

501 Proseminar in Counseling Psychology (2, Fa) An orientation to counseling psychology, with special emphasis on its history, definition, settings, roles, research foci.

502 Systems of Scientific Inquiry (3, Sp) Study of the philosophical assumptions underlying the development of scientific knowledge in counseling psychology. Emphasizes logical and conceptual understanding of quantitative and qualitative research procedures.

503 Ethical and Legal Issues in Counseling (3, Sp) Examination of current legal, ethical, and other professional issues in the practice of counseling and psychotherapy. Prerequisite: EDCO 500.

515 Theories of Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling (3, Sp) Major psychotherapeutic orientations relating to family systems, marital relationships, and communications theory applied to the family unit. Prerequisite: EDCO 541.

516 Perspectives on Human Sexuality (3, Fa) The physiological-psychological and socio-cultural variables associated with sexual identity and sexual behavior with an emphasis upon sexual dysfunctions.

541 Theories in Counseling Psychology I (3, FaSp) Theory, research, and practice of psychological counseling. Corequisite: EDCO 500.

542 Group Counseling: Theory and Process (3, FaSp) Theory, research, and practice of group counseling. Includes laboratory experience. Prerequisite: EDCO 541.

544 Measurement Procedures in the Helping Process (3, Fa) Educational and psychological instruments; psychometric concepts and the rationale for the use of psychological instruments in the counseling relationship. Corequisite: EDCO 500, EDPT 550 or EDPT 652.

545 Individual Study in Counseling (1-3, FaSpSm) Applied research, creative projects, or investigations in the counseling or student personnel setting. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: EDCO 500 or EDCO 563.

546 Psychopathology for Counselors (3, Sp) Theories of psychological impairment emphasizing diagnosis of child and family dysfunction. Practice in utilizing DSM-IV classification of case studies.

548 Career Development: Theory and Practice (3, SpSm) Theories and process of career development; principles of career and leisure planning and counseling applicable throughout life. Corequisite: EDCO 541.

551 Cross-Cultural Counseling: Research and Practice (3, FaSp) Examination of the cultural, socioeconomic, and language factors that affect culturally differentiated populations in counseling and research practice. Corequisite: EDCO 541.

554 Psychotherapy with Children (2, Sm) An examination of the relevant literature and theories concerning the development and psychopathologies of children and adolescents, including the topics of divorce, homosexuality and abuse.

557 Chemical Dependence and Substance Use (3, Fa) Use and abuse of licit and illicit substances are examined from several perspectives including epidemiology, psychophysiology, etiology, consequences, treatment, and education/ prevention. Prerequisite: EDCO 541.

560 Practicum in Counseling (3, FaSpSm) Supervised practice in individual counseling with children, adolescents, and families. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: EDCO 503, EDCO 541, and departmental approval.

561 Field Work in Counseling (3, max 6, FaSpSm) Professional supervision of the student's counseling process in a school or community setting. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: EDCO 560.

563 Student Personnel Work in College (3, Fa) Principles, services, and organizational patterns of student personnel programs for junior colleges and colleges.

564 Field Work in College Student Personnel Services (3, max 6, Sp) Supervised field experiences in several offices such as admissions, registration, foreign student advisement, student affairs administration, placement, and residence hall counseling. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: EDCO 563.

565 Intervention Strategies in College Student Development (2, Sp) Laboratory, demonstration, and participation in the acquisition of skills and competencies employed as intervention strategies in college student development and counseling practice. Graded CR/NC.

580 Working with Families of Children with Special Needs (2, Sp) Demonstration, discussion, and participation in counseling parent groups concerned with special needs children; the role of the professional in perceiving and understanding these problems.

593ab Master's Seminar (2-2, FaSpSm) An examination and analysis of research and literature in the area of counseling. Lecture and discussion. Graded CR/NC.

594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0, FaSp) Required for all candidates for the degree M.S. in Ed. who do not choose the Master's Seminar (593ab). Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular) Seminar in selected topics in counselor education.

640 Counseling Psychology Practicum I (3, max 6, FaSpSm) Supervised practice in individual counseling with children, adolescents, and adults. Emphasis on applications of the scientist-practitioner model to problem definition and solution. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: EDCO 503, EDCO 541 and departmental approval.

641 Theories in Counseling Psychology II (3, Fa) Major theoretical approaches to counseling psychology. Prerequisite: EDCO 640.

644 Clinical Assessment in Counseling Psychology (3, Sp) Clinical application of counseling psychology theory; comparison of models of clinical assessment including interpersonal/existential, empirical/objective. Prerequisite: admission to doctoral program.

645 Special Problems in Counseling (3, Irregular) Specialized counseling theories and approaches as they relate to children, adolescents, families, aging, social, cultural, and situational differences. Conjoint counseling and innovations in practice.

647 Gender Issues in Counseling (3, Sp) Effects of gender-role socialization and sex discrimination on psychological theory, research, and practice; emphasis on the integration of theory and research.

649 Advanced Qualitative Analysis (3, Sm) Advanced issues and problems in the use of qualitative research methods. Practice and skill development in interviewing and observation, analyzing qualitative data, communicating results, and evaluating qualitative research. Recommended preparation: EDPT 612.

660 Counseling Psychology Practicum II (3, max 9, FaSpSm) An extension of 640, with greater depth and breadth of counseling experience, more emphasis on assessment. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: EDCO 542, EDCO 544, EDCO 548, and departmental approval. Corequisite: EDCO 644.

664 Internship in College Student Personnel Services (2-5, max 5, Irregular) Internship in selected positions in residence hall counseling, admissions, registration, foreign student advisement, student affairs administration, or placement. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: EDCO 564.

690 Readings in Counseling Psychology (1-3, FaSpSm) Individual study under the guidance of a faculty member. Graded CR/NC.

741 Humanistic Existential Counseling Psychology (3) Assumptions, theory, and recent developments within humanistic existential counseling. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

760 Theory and Practice of Counselor Supervision (3, Fa) Theory, research and practice of the supervision of individual counseling. Laboratory component. Prerequisite: EDCO 640.

763abcd Internship in Counseling Psychology (1-1-1-1, FaSp) Supervised field work in application of theory to counseling psychology practice with individuals, groups, families, children, or adolescents in an approved agency setting. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

790 Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

791 Proposal for Doctoral Dissertation (1, FaSpSm) Preparation of initial dissertation proposal. Graded CR/NC.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0, FaSp) Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.

Curriculum, Teaching and Special Education (CTSE)

130 Introduction to Curriculum Frameworks (1, FaSp) Survey of state curriculum frameworks; application to course selection for General Education and major requirements; application to development of an academic portfolio.

203 Teaching and Learning in School Settings (4, FaSp) Gateway to the minor in the Teaching Profession and the major in Bachelor of Science in General Studies. Elective for the minor in Education in a Pluralistic Society. Introduction to teaching through focused study of schools, teachers, and students. (Three hours lecture and discussion weekly and three hours participation experiences in schools.)

409 Foundations of Language Education (3, FaSpSm) Overview of research and current theories in bilingual, second language, and foreign language instruction.

410 The Teaching of Reading and Writing (4, FaSp) Analysis of reading/ writing processes; methods/materials for teaching literacy in elementary/secondary schools; issues in biliteracy and instruction; classroom observation/participation in small-group instruction. Prerequisite: CBEST score and departmental approval; corequisite: CTSE 203.

413 Methods and Models of Instruction for Language Minority Students (2, FaSp) Curriculum materials and teaching strategies for use in successfully teaching language minority students in both elementary and secondary schools. Prerequisite: CTSE 203.

414 Learning and Evaluation (2, FaSp) Principles of learning, models of teaching, and appropriate evaluation strategies.

415ab Content to Pedagogy: Mathematics in the Elementary School (a: 1, Fa; b: 1, Sp) Bridging college-level mathematics content and elementary school curricula to design developmentally appropriate mathematics instruction. Corequisite: CTSE 424ab.

416 Content to Pedagogy: Art, Music, and P.E. (3, Sp) Transformation of content in Art, Music and Physical Education to curriculum in the elementary classroom. Corequisite: CTSE 424b.

417ab Content to Pedagogy: From Science Content to Science Curriculum (a: 1, Fa; b: 1, Sp) An overview of the goals and content of science instruction at the elementary level coupled with appropriate science curricular and pedagogical models. Corequisite: CTSE 424ab.

418ab Content to Pedagogy: From Social Sciences to Social Studies (a: 1, Fa; b: 1, Sp) Content, concepts, methods, and values for integrating the social sciences in the social studies. Corequisite: CTSE 424ab.

424ab Curriculum and Methods in Elementary Education (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) Curriculum materials and teaching procedures in the elementary school with emphasis on the metropolitan condition: preparation for teaching the statutory subjects; group observation of teaching. Prerequisite: CTSE 203, CTSE 410.

425ab Observation and Directed Teaching in Elementary Schools (a: 4, Fa; b: 4, Sp) Observation and experience in teaching under supervision in elementary schools (one semester at the kindergarten-primary level and one semester in the intermediate or upper grades). a: To be taken concurrently with CTSE 424a. b: To be taken concurrently with CTSE 424b. Prerequisite: admission by Committee on Personnel and Credentials; corequisite: CTSE 424ab.

427 Observation and Directed Teaching for Bilingual Teaching in Elementary Schools (4, FaSp) Supervised student teaching in a bilingual elementary classroom. Prerequisite: admission by Committee on Personnel and Credentials; corequisite: CTSE 424b.

432 Use of Instructional Technology in Curriculum (2, FaSpSm) Role of audio-visual instruction in the curriculum; selection, preparation, and evaluation of audio-visual materials.

434 The Physical Education Program in the Elementary School (2) Principles, organization, curriculum, and methods for teaching physical education in the elementary school.

450ab Curriculum and Methods in Secondary Education (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) Curriculum materials and teaching procedures in the secondary school. Prerequisite: CTSE 203, CTSE 410.

451ab Observation and Directed Teaching in the Secondary School (a: 4, Fa; b: 4, Sp) Observation and experience in teaching under supervision in secondary school (one assignment in middle school/junior high school and one assignment in senior high school). Prerequisite: admission by Committee on Personnel and Credentials.

474ab Directed Teaching: Public School Music (4-4, FaSp) Observation and teaching under the guidance of a university supervisor and a directing teacher. Corequisite: CTSE 203, CTSE 410; admission by Committee on Personnel and Credentials.

491 Directed Teaching of the Learning Handicapped (4) Observation and directed teaching of the learning handicapped.

493 Internship (4-8, max 8) Practical experience in a real-world setting which requires application of instructional technology principles and techniques.

495 Curricula and Methods of Teaching the Learning Handicapped (3) Development and learning characteristics of the learning handicapped; curricula, methods, and instructional materials for learning disabilities, behavior disorders, and educationally retarded at elementary and secondary school levels.

499 Special Topics (2-8, max 8) Seminar in state-of-the-art developments in instructional technology. Specific topics to be determined at the time seminar is offered.

503 Teaching and Learning in U.S. Schools (4, FaSm) Focused study of schools, teachers, students and society. (Three hours of lecture/discussion and three hours of school participation each week.)

504 Physical Science Concepts for Elementary Teachers (3) An introduction to the basic content of the physical sciences coupled with pedagogical and curricular models appropriate for teaching in the elementary grades.

505 Earth/Space Science Concepts for Elementary Teachers (3) An introduction to the basic content of the earth and space sciences coupled with pedagogical and curricular models appropriate for teaching in the elementary grades.

506 Life Science Concepts for Elementary Teachers (3) An introduction to the basic content of the life sciences coupled with pedagogical and curricular models appropriate for teaching in the elementary grades.

507 Issues, History and Rationale of Science Education (3) An overview of the history, goals and issues in science education K-12. Including related literature, research basis and needs.

508 Nature of Science: Philosophy of Science for Science Educators (2-3) Introduction to the major issues in the philosophy of science with special emphasis on applications to science teaching and learning.

509 Advanced Science Teaching Methods (3) An advanced examination of the practical and theoretical aspects of science instruction including conceptual change teaching, laboratory instruction, informal science learning and assessment modes.

514 Curriculum of the Elementary School (3, Fa) Overview of elementary curriculum, relationships among areas, trends, materials of instruction, recent research and developing practices in the field. Prerequisite: teaching experience.

515 Curriculum and Research in Mathematics (3) Curriculum planning; instructional materials; modern teaching methods; recent research and its application in the classroom, K-12. For experienced teachers, supervisors, and administrators. Prerequisite: teaching credential or teaching experience.

517 Curriculum and Research in Science (3) Analysis of school science and research, K-12; key scientific concepts and processes; performance objectives; discovery approaches; laboratory and field experiences.

521 Course Design for Language Learning (3) (Enroll in EDHP 521)

526 Workshop in Curriculum and Instruction (1-6) Preparation of units of work, materials of instruction, and other projects for improvement of curriculum and instruction.

528 Foundations of Reading Instruction (3, Fa) Survey of psychological, physiological, sociological, and methodological research relating to the teaching of reading and reading improvement from infancy to adulthood. Prerequisite: teaching experience.

529 The Teaching of Writing: Research and Practice (3, Sp) Students will participate in the process approach to writing, learn about implementation strategies K-12, and examine composition research related to fluency, bilingualism, social interaction and assessment.

530 Seminar in Curriculum and Instruction (2, max 6) Classroom management, instructional strategies, and instructional materials; pre-school through grade 12.

533 Student Health and Welfare (3, FaSp) Physical and emotional welfare of students; emphasis on the identification of and intervention in behaviors incompatible with educational achievement.

534 Diagnosis of Reading Disability (3, Fa) Theoretical and practical consideration of the causes of reading disability and techniques and materials for individual diagnosis. Prerequisite: CTSE 528.

535 Remediation of Reading Disability (3, Sp) Clinical and classroom techniques, materials for correcting reading disability; participation in instructional program of the Reading Center. Prerequisite: CTSE 534.

537 Methods in Bilingual Education and in Teaching English as a Second Language (3, FaSp) Survey of procedures and materials for use in bilingual education and in teaching English as a second language; communication through understanding, speaking, reading, and writing from the elementary through adult levels.

538 Curricula and Cultural Pluralism (3, SpSm) Concepts, values, and pedagogical strategies for multicultural education.

539 Curriculum Leadership in Urban Education (3, Sp) Strategies for improvement of curriculum and instruction in urban school systems.

540 Evaluation of Learning Materials and Software (3, Sm) Criteria and procedures for selection and evaluation of computer software and other instructional materials; synthesis of research; resources in the field.

543 Reading Programs Leadership (3, Sp) Skills and understandings needed to provide curricular leadership of reading programs, including change, interaction, evaluation, inservice, working with parents and aides and bilingual/cultural groups. Prerequisite: CTSE 528, CTSE 534, CTSE 535.

544 Curriculum Making: Political Perspectives (3, Sm) Roles of textbook publishers and testing agencies; influence of state and federal policies on curriculum development.

545 Career Education (3, Sm) Career education curriculum and instruction including Work Experience Education, Regional Occupational Programs, and vocationally oriented programs inside and outside the schools.

548ab Curriculum and Methods for Teaching Multiple Subjects (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) Curriculum, instructional processes, learning environments, and the professional responsibilities of teachers for linking knowledge of subject fields, pedagogy, and insight about elementary school-aged children. Concurrent enrollment: a: CTSE 549a; b: CTSE 549b. Prerequisite: CTSE 503.

549ab Observation and Directed Teaching in Multiple Subjects (a: 4, Fa; b: 4, Sp) Supervised observation and experience in teaching the multiple subjects for kindergarten through eighth grades (one assignment in primary; one in intermediate or upper grades). Prerequisite: CTSE 503.

550ab Curriculum and Methods for Teaching Single Subjects (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) Curriculum, instructional processes, learning environments, and the professional responsibilities of teachers for linking knowledge of a subject field, pedagogy, and insight about young adults. Concurrent enrollment: a: CTSE 551a; b: CTSE 551b. Prerequisite: CTSE 503.

551ab Observation and Directed Teaching in Single Subjects (a: 4, Fa; b: 4, Sp) Supervised observation and experience in teaching a single subject field at the middle- and high-school levels (one semester at each level). Prerequisite: CTSE 503.

552 Advanced Teaching Styles and Strategies (1-4) Analysis and application of teaching styles and strategies; evaluation of curriculum materials.

553 Advanced Classroom Performance (2-6) Validation of teaching competence through student teaching of the statutory subjects (K-12).

554 Curriculum Planning in Secondary Schools (3, Fa) Principles of course construction; critical comparison of various types of course improvement. Prerequisite: CTSE 550 or CTSE 500 and teaching experience.

556 Methods of Instruction for the Elementary School Hearing-Impaired Child (4, Fa) Curricular, instructional materials, and methods for teaching academic subjects to hearing-impaired children.

557 Directed Teaching of the Elementary School Hearing-Impaired Child (4,Sp) Observation and directed teaching of the elementary school hearing-impaired child. Prerequisite: teaching credential or equivalent and approved by JTC.

558 Culture and Learning in Schools: Latino (3, Sp) History, values, beliefs, and the demography of Spanish-speaking people; implications for the American classroom. Conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 220.

559 Culture and Learning in Schools: Chinese (3) History, values, beliefs, and the demography of Chinese-speaking people; implications for the American classroom.

560 Primary Language Instruction in a Bilingual Setting (3, Fa) Bilingual programs, their goals, personnel, teaching methods, and materials.

562 Problems of the Learning Handicapped (3) Etiology and characteristics of the learning disabled, behaviorally disordered, and educationally retarded; evaluation of instructional systems for the learning handicapped.

565 Participation of Exceptional Children in Regular School Programs (4, SpSm) Special systems and procedures designed for teaching handicapped and gifted and talented students in the regular classroom, with special emphasis on techniques and procedures.

570 Language Proficiency Assessment of Language Minority Students (3, Sp) Research and practice issues involved in assessing languages and other competencies of non- and limited English proficient language minority children and adults. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

572 Instructional Media Production (3) Instructional application of mixed media and multiple media presentation formats, including examination of relevant design elements and production.

573 Management of Instructional Resources (3, Fa) Operation of instructional or training material centers including proposal preparation, facilities design, supply and maintenance procedures, budget preparation, and personnel selection.

574 Instructional Uses of Television (3) The use of television in individual classrooms and on a school-wide basis; review of research and exploration of future uses of the medium.

577 Language Development of the Hearing-Impaired Child during Early Childhood (2, Fa) An introductory course in the early language development of hearing-impaired children with special emphasis on enhancing caregiver-child interactions.

578 Methods of Teaching Speech to the Hearing-Impaired Child (2, Fa) Introduction to methods for speech development and remediation for the hearing-impaired child.

579 Directed Teaching of the Hearing-Impaired Child during Early Childhood (2, Fa) Observation and directed teaching of infant, toddler, and preschool hearing-impaired children and their parents.

580 Aural-Oral Education of the Hearing-Impaired Child (3, Fa) Application of audiological theory to the auditory development of the hearing-impaired child.

581 Education of the Hearing-Impaired (3, Sp) Historical trends, current research, issues, and their application to the hearing-impaired child.

582 Language Development for the Hearing-Impaired Child (4, Sp) Current language development theory, assessment, curriculum planning, and implementation for the hearing-impaired child.

583 Advanced Methods, Practicum, and Research in Speech for the Hearing-Impaired Child (4, Sp) Instruction and supervised implementation in methods for speech development, remediation, and advanced assessment; examination and application of current research. Prerequisite: CTSE 483.

584 Interprofessional Practice in Health and Human Services in Inner City Communities (1, Fa) (Enroll in SOWK 584)

586 Teaching Reading and Writing in a Second Language for the Literate Student (3, Sm) Survey of current theory, research, and practice in the teaching and learning of second-language reading and writing to students literate in their own languages.

588 Practicum in Second Language Teaching (2-6, Sp) Observation and participation in ESL programs of various types and levels. Students assigned to programs on basis of experience, needs, and interests. Prerequisite: CTSE 409.

591 Field Work in the Area of Exceptional Children (3, max 6) Field work in special education facilities. Graded CR/NC.

592 Independent Study in Special Education (1-3) Applied research, creative projects, or investigations involving new techniques to be used with exceptional children. Graded CR/NC.

593ab Master's Seminar (2-2, FaSpSm) An examination and analysis of research and literature in the area of curriculum, teaching, and/or special education. Lecture and discussion. Graded CR/NC.

594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0) Required of all candidates for the degree M.S. in Ed. who do not choose the master's seminar (593ab). Credit on acceptance of the thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8) Seminar in selected topics in curriculum, teaching, and special education.

605 Socio-Political Context of Bilingual Curriculum and Instruction (3) Social, legal, and political constraints on bilingual, English as a second language, and foreign language curriculum and instruction in the U.S. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

606 Biliteracy, Learning, and Instruction (3) Study of literacy (reading/writing) in more than one language; relationships between oral proficiency, writing systems, cognition, and instruction. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

615 Instructional Theory and Technology (3, Fa) Examination of prescriptive theories of instruction which contribute to instructional research and design; emphasis on models which include learner, task, and instructional interactions. Prerequisite: EDPT 571.

616 Research in Instructional Technology (3) Examination of current research in instructional technology; emphasis on empirical and analytic studies that promise both contributions to future educational design and to clarify theoretical issues. Prerequisite: EDPT 571.

618 Advanced Telecommunications in Education (3) Development of instruction for television-based distribution systems, including an examination of special problems related to entry behaviors, response techniques, and evaluation. Prerequisite: CTSE 574.

619 Advanced Computers in Instruction and Training (3) Applications of computers in instruction and training including artificial intelligence, CAI, small and large scale simulation, and informational retrieval techniques. Prerequisite: EDPT 575 and knowledge of computer language such as BASIC or PASCAL.

630 Seminar in Improvement of Curriculum and Instruction (3) Consideration and analysis of procedures for improving instruction in the elementary and secondary schools. Group analysis of current problems in selected schools.

631 Evaluation of Educational Programs (3, Sp) Principles and procedures for assessing the quality and effectiveness of educational programs and materials in elementary and secondary schools.

635 Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning Environments (3, Fa) Relationships among curriculum, teaching and learning environments; normative, positive analyses of curriculum and instructional processes; emphasis on alignment and consideration of languages, culture, and society. Admission to doctoral program and departmental approval are required.

640 Instructional Leadership Seminar (3, Sp) Curriculum improvement through the development of instructional sequences, models of teaching and direct instruction. Designed for in-service leaders, supervisors, and administrators. Prerequisite: teaching experience.

643 Current Research in Intellectual Deficits (3) Critical theories and research concerning learning characteristics and psychological aspects of cognitive disorders; conceptual frameworks for educational treatment; impact on family and community.

649 Initial Encounters with Print: The Beginnings of Reading and Writing (3, Fa) Theoretical, empirical, pedagogical issues of initial literacy learning; parallels between oral and written language development; effects of culture and home environment; developmental patterns and strategies. Prerequisite: doctoral standing.

659 Seminar in Comprehending, Composing, and Instruction (3) Reading and writing processes and their interrelationship; cognitive, linguistic, and contextual issues; instructional literacy research. Prerequisite: doctoral standing.

669 Seminar in Literacy, Cognition, and Curriculum (3, Sp) Current theory and research in the fields of literacy, cognition, and curriculum as it relates to the development and implementation of integrated literacy curricula. Prerequisite: doctoral standing.

688 School Leadership and Instructional Improvement (3, Fa) Instructional leadership in the implementation of change in K-12 schools. Emphasis on research-based strategies for curriculum supervision, curriculum development and instructional improvement. Admission to the Ed.D. degree program is required.

690 Readings in Curriculum, Teaching, and Special Education (1-3, FaSp) Individual study under the guidance of a faculty member. Graded CR/NC.

729 Advanced Seminar in Curriculum and Instruction (3) Examination of basic problems and current trends in curriculum and instruction K-12; individual study and research on selected topics. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: admission to the doctoral program.

790 Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

791 Proposal for Doctoral Dissertation (1, FaSpSm) Preparation of initial dissertation proposal. Graded CR/NC.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0, FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.

Educational Policy, Planning and Administration (EDPA)

102 Education and Identity: Qualitative Inquiry and Educational Research (4, Sp) An introduction to qualitative inquiry in educational research focusing on current topics about college students such as racism, sexism and homophobia.

202 Culture, Change and Education in Sub-Saharan Africa (4, FaSp) The role of education in the changing cultures and societies of Sub-Saharan Africa studied from historical and contemporary perspectives.

302 Global Education (4) Analysis of education's present and potential contributions to human and environmental development; focusing on growing needs for global collaboration at local, national and international levels.

308 Politics and American Education (4, FaSp) Historical study of political, legislative, judicial decisions that have shaped American education; interaction of educators, courts, legislative bodies; emphasis on in-depth analysis of current issues. (Duplicates credit in former EDPA 101x.)

500 Organization and Administration of Public Education (3, FaSpSm) Development and principles of organization and administration of public education at federal, state, county, and local levels; specific reference to California.

501 Philosophies of Education (3, FaSpSm) The relation of philosophical concepts to educational practices.

506 International Education (3, Fa) Analysis of major issues in educational systems of Europe, Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East; relevance of international education to U.S. schools and communities.

507 Innovations in American Education (3, Fa) Identification, description, and analysis of significant new developments in American education; theories and/or assumptions underlying such developments.

508 Sociology of Education (3) Analysis of the school in the social order; the classroom as a social system.

512 The Role of Language in International Education (3, Sp) Introduction to language in education planning and policy formation; approaches to second and foreign language education world-wide; English as an international language. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

516 Public School Finance (3, FaSp) State and local tax issues, school revenues, apportionments, court cases and fiscal equity in education. Emphasis on equity analysis using computer simulations. Admission to graduate program is required.

518 Organizational Theory (3, FaSp) Foundations of organizational theory. Emphasis on education and training issues related to the influence of culture and demographics on structure, leadership style and performance.

519 Current Issues in Governance and Education Policy (3, FaSp) Reviews current educational policy development at all governmental levels; includes student achievement, demographics, economic, and political trends. Admission to doctoral program or departmental approval is required.

528 School Administration and Supervision (3, Fa) Organization and administration of staff, pupils, and program; supervision of the program; principles and techniques in the cooperative improvement of teaching-learning activities. Prerequisite: teaching experience.

529ab Field Experience in School Administration and Supervision (2-1, FaSpSm) Supervised field experience at two school levels for one full school year; actual job performance in both supervisory and administrative work. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: EDPA 528 and previous enrollment in the university.

530 Non-Formal Education in Developing Areas (3, 2 years, Sp) Education outside the context of formal schooling; emphasis on approaches to illiterate and unskilled populations in developing regions of the world.

531 Education for Citizenship in Developing Countries (3, 2 years, Fa) Overview of attempts in educational systems to teach citizens their rights and duties and to promote cognitive and affective appreciation of their nations and regions.

535 International Cooperation in Education (3, 2 years, Fa) Educational policies and practices of multilateral and bilateral agencies in international development; their role in shaping structure and content of education in the Third World. Prerequisite: EDPA 506.

544 Policymaking in Education (3, 2 years, Fa) Introduction to policy process with focus on agenda-setting, policy formulation, and decision-making; application of political analysis to case studies in education.

550 Gender and Education in the Third World (3, Sp) Analyses of socioeconomic, cultural processes affecting education of men and women; overt and hidden curricula in reproduction and transformation of gender differences in developing countries.

561 The Administration of ESL Programs (3) (Enroll in EDHP 561)

593ab Master's Seminar (2-2, FaSpSm) An examination and analysis of research and literature in the area of educational policy, planning, and administration. Lecture and discussion. Graded CR/NC.

594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0, FaSpSm) Required for all candidates for the degree M.S. in Ed. who do not choose the Master's Seminar (593ab). Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC. Prerequisite: minimum 6 units in Educational Policy, Planning, and Administration.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular) Seminar in selected topics in Educational Policy, Planning, and Administration.

600 Seminar in the Principalship (3, Sp) Role of the principal in elementary and secondary schools. Prerequisite: EDPA 500 or EDPA 518.

604 Education in Asia (3, 2 years, Fa) Analysis of educational systems in Asia; study of social, economic, and political factors influencing educational objectives and strategies.

605 Education in Europe (3, 2 years, Sp) Analysis of educational systems in Europe; study of social, economic, and political factors influencing educational objectives and strategies.

606 Education in Africa and the Middle East (3, 2 years, Fa) Analysis of educational systems in Africa and the Middle East; study of social, economic, and political factors influencing educational objectives and strategies.

607 Education in Latin America (3, 2 years, Fa) Analysis of educational systems in Latin America; study of social, economic, and political factors influencing educational objectives, strategies, and outcomes.

608 Advanced Development Education (3, 2 years, Sp) Principles and processes of educational planning for national development. Case analyses in educational systems of developing nations.

610 Management of Human Resources (3, Fa) Issues related to the management of human resources as it relates to restructuring, forecasting, recruitment, selection, compensation, collective bargaining, negotiation models, and other contemporary movements. Admission to the Ed.D. program and departmental approval are required.

611 Introduction to Survey Research (3, Fa) Survey research techniques: problem formulation, research design, sampling, questionnaire construction, data processing, data analysis, interpretation; final report. Prerequisite: EDPT 550 or departmental approval.

612 Qualitative Methods in Educational Research (3, SpSm) Overview of the assumptions, methods and techniques of qualitative educational research; discussion and application of analytical tools derived from anthropology, sociology, history, and related social sciences. Prerequisite: EDPT 550.

613 The Laws and Politics of Education (3, SpSm) Analysis of major legal and political issues in education that affect the performance of school systems, with extensive use of case studies to highlight controversies in education. Admission to doctoral program and departmental approval are required.

614 School Housing Programs and Plans (3, Sp) School housing surveys; location and capacity of schools; instructional needs as a basis for planning, standards for equipment; checking plans and specifications.

615 Economics of Education (3, FaSp) Theories and principles of the economics of education and the economy; administrative policies and planning related to economics.

617 Seminar in School Business Administration (3, Sp) Current issues and problems in school business administration. Open only to experienced administrators or advanced students in administration.

618 Seminar in the Superintendency (3, Sm) Administrative planning and policy making; current issues and problems in the work of the chief school executive. Open only to experienced administrators or advanced students in administration.

619 Education Policy Implementation (3, Sp) Conceptual and empirical analyses of the implementation of selected American educational policies. Focus on the knowledge about the changing nature of effective implementation processes.

620 Seminar in School District Personnel Administration (3, Sm) Current issues, problems, and trends in procurement, retention, and separation of employees; emphasis on practical aspects. Open to experienced school administrators.

621 International Higher Education: Administration and Planning (3) (Enroll in EDHP 621)

622 The Role of Education in Cultural Transmission (3, FaSpSm) Application of anthropology to education; transmission of culture in educational environments, especially in terms of values and roles.

625 Administration of Instructional Programs (3, 2 years, Sp) Theoretical developments and empirical findings regarding the administrator's role in the management of the instructional program; emphasis on the supervisory/evaluation process and instructional leadership. Prerequisite: EDPA 500 or EDPA 518.

632 Seminar in Education in a Pluralistic Society (3, Sp) Analysis of group relations, acculturation, and educational policy from different theoretical perspectives and their implication for equality of educational opportunity and social status.

639 State Politics and Education (3, 2 years, Fa) Principles, institutions, and processes of state government; emphasis on political factors influencing educational policymaking. Case analyses of current issues and trends in state education reform.

640 Collective Bargaining in Education (3, Sm) History, status, and rationale for collective bargaining in education; recognition, unit determination, and unfair practices; scope of bargaining; policy issues of collective bargaining in education.

650 School Management under Collective Bargaining (3, Sp) Management organization for bargaining; bargaining goals, strategy, and techniques; political dimensions of bargaining by school district personnel; schedule and budgetary considerations.

669 Advanced Field Experience in School Supervision and Administration (3, max 6, Sm) Supervised field experience and/or internship in school supervision and administration at the district level for one full school year. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: EDPA 529ab or approved experience in supervision or administration.

671 The Computer and Data Processing in Education (3, Sm) Computer theory and operation, including capabilities of data processing devices; software, problem definition, flow charting, with special emphasis on education applications and computer-assisted instruction. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

681 Human Problems and Administrative Behavior (3, Sm) Individual and group behavior and reactions in the school administrative process; implications and guidelines for action by the administrator.

686 Organizational Behavior in Education (3, Sm) Seminar covering: theoretical approaches to complex organizations and their application in educational organizations; research designs for study of educational organizations based on current empirical literature.

690 Readings in Educational Policy, Planning, and Administration (1-3, FaSpSm) Individual study under the guidance of a faculty member. Graded CR/NC.

790 Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

791 Proposal for Doctoral Dissertation (1, FaSpSm) Preparation of initial dissertation proposal. Graded CR/NC.

792 Critique of Research in Educational Policy, Planning, and Administration (3, max 6, FaSpSm) A survey and critical analysis of selected research and other literature in the major divisions of the field; emphasis as determined by individual interest. Prerequisite: admission to the doctoral program. Graded CR/NC.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0, FaSp) Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.

Educational Psychology and Technology (EDPT)

110 Motivation and Learning Strategies (4, FaSp) Applying research in cognitive psychology and motivation theory to improve students' learning in different academic disciplines.

310 Parental Influences on Children's Educational Development (4, FaSp) Basic principles and theories of child development and learning with emphasis on parent-child, parent-school, and child-school relationships.

467L Educational Software Development (3, Sp) Psychological principles, design, and computer techniques for the development of educational software. Project oriented.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8, FaSpSm) Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

502 Learning and Individual Differences (3, FaSpSm) Theory and research in learning, development, and individual differences, and social psychology related to education or training contexts.

510 Human Learning (3, FaSpSm) Nature of the learning process; theories and problems of learning and their application to educational practice.

511 Human Motivation in Education (3, FaSpSm) A survey of current research, theories and practical programs for enhancing the motivation of adults and children in education.

520 Human Lifespan Development (3, FaSp) Fundamentals of human physical, motor, mental, social, and emotional development, spanning the prenatal period through late adulthood.

540 Introduction to Educational Measurement and Evaluation (3, FaSp) Survey of theories, concepts, and procedures for assessing intellective and non-intellective characteristics and for evaluating individual and program performances.

550 Statistical Inference (3, FaSpSm) Application of statistical techniques in education; emphasis on underlying principles and concepts coupled with selected inferential techniques using desk-top computer software.

552 Assessing Individual and Program Performance (3, FaSpSm) Canons of research, use of theories, hypotheses and design models; emphasis on assessment issues in evaluating performance and making instructional decisions.

570 Language and Cultural Diversity in Learning (3, Fa) Analysis of current research and theory regarding the influences of language and culture on learning and cognition, with a special focus on academic achievement and instructional transactions.

571 Instructional Design (3, FaSp) Formulation and design of effective instruction; emphasis on analysis of media characteristics and instrumentation requirements.

575 Applications of Computers and Information Processing to Education and Training (3, Fa) Fundamental uses of the computer as a design tool in instructional technology, including selected higher-level language, elementary educational systems architectures, CAI, CMI, data processing.

576 Technology in Contemporary Education and Training (3, FaSp) Development and scope of instructional technology and its role in modern educational and training systems; overview of instructional development; innovation and trends in the field.

594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0, FaSpSm) Required of all candidates for the degree of M.S. in Ed. who do not choose the Master's Seminar (593ab). Credit on acceptance of the thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular) Seminar in selected topics in educational psychology and technology.

612 Research in Learning (3, Sp) Examination of current research in selected areas of learning; emphasis on studies which promise both contributions to educational practice and to clarify theoretical issues. Prerequisite: EDPT 510.

613 Individual Differences and Motivation (3, Fa) Survey of individual differences focusing on educationally relevant traits which predict learning and motivation in different instructional settings. Prerequisite: EDPT 510.

614 Social Psychology of Education (3, Fa) Social psychological principles and research techniques applied to educational problems: group behavior, teacher behavior, social learning, role theory, classroom socialization, and social influence processes. Prerequisite: EDPT 502 or departmental approval.

617 Development and Implementation of Instructional Programs (3, Sp) Development, validation, and installation of instructional programs; emphasis on systems design approach with integrated media application. (Duplicates credit in former CTSE 617.)

623 Infant and Child Development (3) Theory and research on the fundamentals of infant and child physical, motor, mental, social and emotional development; individual differences and nature-nurture issues. Prerequisite: EDPT 520.

624 Adolescent Development (3, Sp) Theory and research on physical, intellectual and personal development and on social forces influencing individuals and groups.

641 Instructional Evaluation (3, Sp) Design and implementation of instructional management information systems; emphasis on the continuous monitoring of individual accomplishments and instructional program effectiveness.

642 Measurement Theory (3, FaSpSm) Mathematical concepts and psychometric theory underlying test construction and interpretation; emphasis on current research in the area. Prerequisite: EDPT 652 or departmental approval.

652 Multiple Regression (3, FaSp) Multiple regression, factorial analysis of variance, path analysis. Prerequisite: introductory statistics.

654 Multivariate Statistical Techniques (3, FaSpSm) Multivariate statistical procedures in the analysis of behavioral inquiries; particular emphasis on multivariate analysis of variance. Prerequisite: EDPT 652.

655 Advanced Research Methods in Education (3, FaSpSm) Focuses on principles of research design in education including literature synthesis, formulation of research problem and questions, selection of methodology and integration of research proposal. Prerequisite: EDPT 550.

690 Readings in Educational Psychology and Technology (1-3, FaSpSm) Individual study under the guidance of a staff member. Graded CR/NC.

691 Internship in Educational Psychology and Technology (3-5, FaSp) Supervised, formally structured professional activity in appropriate public and private agencies. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

790 Research (1-12, FaSp) Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

791 Proposal for Doctoral Dissertation (1, FaSpSm) Preparation of initial dissertation proposal. Graded CR/NC.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0, FaSp) Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.

Higher, Adult and Professional Education (EDHP)

500 Foundations of Higher, Adult, and Professional Education (3, Fa) Contemporary issues in higher, adult, and professional education in the United States; analytic perspectives from various disciplines (history, philosophy, sociology); implications for policy and practice.

502 Administration of Higher, Adult, and Professional Education (3, Sp) Policies and theories for governance and management. Relations between historical and contemporary organizational processes in postsecondary education. Critique and applications of current research.

503 Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning in Higher, Adult, and Professional Education (3, Sp) Curriculum, teaching, and learning strategies for general, vocational, and professional education; planning for lifelong learning; theories, policies, and practices for higher, adult, and professional education.

521 Course Design for Language Learning (3, Sp) A survey of current approaches, types of syllabus designs, language courses for specific purposes; evaluating, selecting, and writing course materials. Prerequisite: LING 502a or CTSE 437.

540 Adult and Continuing Education in the United States (3, Fa) History and current trends in American adult and continuing education; aims, control, support, and organization; characteristics of the adult learner; improvement of teaching; research in the field.

542 Adults as Learners (3, 2 years, Sm) Adult development and learning; implications for design of adult education programs in home, community, and institutional settings.

550 Evaluation of Educational Research (3, Sp) Research and planning for improving the management of higher, adult, and professional education; organizational data systems; market, demographic, questionnaire and interview analyses; secondary data archives.

Teaching Music Fundamentals and Appreciation Courses (2) (See MUED 550)

551 Applied Educational Ethnography (3, Fa) Research for improving leadership in higher, adult, and professional education. Ethnographically motivated field designs, observations, focused and unstructured interviews and unobtrusive techniques.

560 Feminist Theory (4) (Enroll in SWMS 560)

561 The Administration of ESL Programs (3) Principles of ESL administration: governance models; budgeting; curriculum and materials development; faculty employment, development, and evaluation; student recruitment, services, and evaluation; immigration and legal concerns.

580 The Community College (3, SpSm) The community college movement; history; aims; curriculum; types of administrative organization; teaching procedures; relation to lower and higher institutions; profiles of faculty and students; evaluation.

584 Improvement of Adult and Postsecondary Instruction (3, 2 years, Sp) Relation of teaching objectives, methods, materials, and evaluation to postsecondary instruction. Emphasis on individual applications. Employs analysis of videotaped student presentations. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

587 Field Work in Higher, Adult, and Professional Education (2-8, FaSpSm) Structured participation in supervised teaching or administrative activities. Assignments matched with student's goals, training, experience. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: EDHP 500 or EDHP 501 and departmental approval.

593ab Master's Seminar (2-2, FaSpSm) An examination and analysis of research and literature in the area of higher, adult, and professional education. Lecture and discussion. Graded CR/NC.

594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0, FaSpSm) Required of all candidates for the M.S. in Ed. who do not choose the Master's Seminar (593ab). Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC. Prerequisite: minimum of 9 units in EDHP courses.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular) Seminar in selected topics in higher and postsecondary education.

621 International Higher Education: Administration and Planning (3, Sm) Comparative study of higher, adult, and professional education in different societies, with emphasis on developing nations; governance, administration, politics and policy, planning, faculty.

624 International Higher Education in Postindustrial Societies (3, Sm) Comparative study of higher education in postindustrial societies; governance, administration, policy, faculty, student access, foreign students, curriculum, teaching, and services.

642 Seminar in Postsecondary Education (3, Sp) Programs of research or organization developed by agencies and individuals; societal significance to postsecondary educators. Postsecondary teaching experience required.

646 Training and Development in Postsecondary Education (3, Fa) Theories, models, and strategies of training and human resource development in various work place and professional settings.

657 Management of Student Services in Higher Education (3, Sp) Delivery of student services and programs in higher education, organizational behavior, management systems, administrative procedures, and alternative leadership styles.

658 Community College Administration (3, 2 years, Sm) Analysis of administration policies and planning. Emphasis on administrative and managerial principles and techniques related to community college academic programs.

679 Legal Issues in the Administration of Higher Education (3, Sm) Analysis of legal issues related to the administration of higher education; emphasis on relations with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and campus communities. Prerequisite: EDHP 500 or appropriate experience.

683 Professional Education in the United States (3, Fa) Development of preparation for the professions; history, curriculum, faculty, admission, finance, organization, relation to undergraduate and graduate schools, and teaching practices. Prerequisite: EDHP 500, EDHP 580, EDHP 680, or departmental approval.

684 Problems of College Teaching (3, Sp) Major problems which influence institutional development of excellence in teaching. Prerequisite: EDHP 500.

685 Current Problems and Research in Professional Education (2, Sp) Examination of problems in education for the professions; review of research in professional education for medicine, dentistry, law, nursing, social work, engineering, education. Prerequisite: EDHP 500, EDHP 580, or departmental approval.

687 Student Development in Higher Education (3, Sp) Theories of college student development and application of developmental models to program design, interventions, outreach, and research programs.

689 Fiscal Support and Expenditure in Higher and Postsecondary Education (3, Sp) Analyses of private and public financial support and expenditure patterns; includes recent trends in state and federal legislation related to higher education. Prerequisite: EDHP 500.

690 Readings in Higher and Postsecondary Education (1-3, FaSpSm) Individual study under the guidance of a faculty member. Graded CR/NC.

790 Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

791 Proposal for Doctoral Dissertation (1, FaSpSm) Preparation of initial dissertation proposal. Graded CR/NC.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0, FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.

 

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