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This course is designed to introduce the student to the theoretical framework of special education for individuals with emotional/behavior disorders. Students will be introduced to definitions, etiology, characteristics, medical and educational concerns of individuals with emotional/behavior disorders. Three semester hours.
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A survey of teaching techniques and research based practices for improving academic, social/emotional, and behavioral performance of students with emotional/behavior disorders including social skills training. Three semester hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the role of Learning Management Systems (LMS) in the learning context. It investigates how LMS directly supports aspects of learning through curriculum repository, instruction/lesson design and execution, and assessment. It also examines using LMS and other data (a) to assess the efficacy of the student learning experience/lesson and (b) as a tool to individualize learning. Students will formally evaluate the advantages and challenges associated with a range of contemporary LMS. They will build learning experiences/lessons capitalizing upon functions associated with LMS such as discussion boards, blogs, journals, online face-to-face collaboration, tests/quizzes, and polls. This will be done with synchronous and asynchronous modes of delivery in mind, and will develop appropriate communication/collaboration environments accordingly. Students will utilize LMS functionalities for content creation and display, and will adopt sound instructional design principles for online learning based upon Center for Applied Special Technology/Universal Design for Learning ideas. Twenty-five percent of the course includes an in-depth hands-on learning unit in instructional design using Blackboard LMS. Over the entire course, students use Blackboard and one of Google Classroom/Edmodo/Moodle to design and develop end-to- end (curriculum-instruction-assessment-reflection-revision) online lessons/learning experiences complete with peer evaluation. Three credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
EDUC 611.NATURE AND NEEDS OF GIFTED AND TALENTED LEARNERS This course examines theory and practice related to the identification of gifted learners, including the implementation of educational and community programs for gifted individuals. The unique learning and behavioral characteristics of gifted and talented children and youth and the methodologies for differentiation of the curriculum for these students are explored. Three credit hours
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3.00 Credits
EDUC 612.CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION FOR GIFTED LEARNERS This course explores curricular models for gifted learners. The history and theories of the field of gifted education and models and processes for curriculum modification and design are examined. he course investigates research-based curriculum development approaches that are effective in the intellectual and personal growth of gifted and talented learners. Three credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course includes an in-depth study of educational learning theories, both established and evolving, and the manner in which each is reflected in all aspects of the educational process. Emphasis is placed upon the connections between educational theory and the pragmatic application of the research in instructional settings. Three semester hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course addresses the study of human growth and development from prenatal through adolescence. Physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and behavioral factors which have an impact upon each stage of development are explored in depth. A major emphasis is placed upon the impact of these factors on the learning process. Three semester hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a study of the major methods and techniques of research employed in education as they relate in a historical context, to current practice and the role they will play in the projected needs of the future. As a result of this study, students will be able to comprehend the significance of educational research, analyze results, and evolve as reflective practitioners and change-agents within their chosen field. Three semester hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course will provide an overview of life-long human growth and development (physical, social, intellectual, and emotional) with a focus on the characteristics of exceptional individuals (handicapped and gifted). Attention will also be given to the study of modern psychological principles and methods as they impact upon the major learning theories. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the MAT graduate degree program. Three semester hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course will explore a synthesis of research pertinent to the educational uses of information and communications technologies. A crititcal examination of technology from an historical perspective, study of prevalent views and issues relative to characteristics, interdisciplinary scope, and its place in the learning environment will be emphasized. Three semester hours.
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