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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
This course will examine the effects of acute and chronic stress on body and mind while exploring relaxation techniques and the science of mindfulness. Activation of the fight or flight response will be studied, as well as, presenting ways to respond versus react in high stress situations. Perception, thought patterns, and maladaptive coping skills will be discussed in relation to the interconnectedness of mind and body. High emphasis will be placed on relationships with self and others.
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3.00 - 6.00 Credits
This course is intended for the non-service graduate student who wants to experience 100 hours of supervised practice in a criminal justice agency setting. The student is provided opportunities to observe, describe, and understand the operations and functions of the host agency through a variety of on-site contacts.
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3.00 Credits
Students will gain an understanding of the concept of Homeland Security and its relevance in today's society. The macro and micro definition of Homeland Security will be thoroughly discussed. An in-depth review of the events which placed Homeland Security as a top priority of the U. S. Government will be made. Students will be given an overview of the statutory authority given to officials in the various government entities who have responsibility for Homeland Security. This overview will include a review and discussion of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 and the U. S. Patriot Act. Review and discussion of the structures of federal, state and local entities responsible for Homeland Security and the means in which they are coordinating their efforts with each other are examined. Other areas related to Homeland Security will be addressed to include: hazards, safety and security, mitigation and preparedness, response and recovery, communication and technology. Finally, the course will include a discussion of how tighter Homeland Security could threaten a person's civil liberties.
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3.00 Credits
Students will gain an understanding of modern terrorism. The focus of this course will be on terrorism with an emphasis on contemporary issues relating to Homeland Security. This course will address the impact that terrorism has on society and everyday life. Cultural and religious foundations of modern terrorism will be addressed as well as how the intelligence and law enforcement community deals with these issues. Students will learn the tactical and strategic solutions that are currently being employed in the field.
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3.00 Credits
This course presents the overarching legal framework for counter-terrorism, particularly as it relates to global issues. The course will address constitutional, statutory, and regulatory issues relating to counter-terrorism law enforcement activities, including both authorizations and limitations.
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3.00 Credits
Students will be exposed to the study of risk assessment and management in the context of Homeland Security. Topics will include threat assessment, analysis and management of critical infrastructure, resources and locations by both law enforcement and private industry. The course will include national threat assessment, analysis and management while emphasizing practical local and regional issues as well as hands-on planning utilizing case studies.
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3.00 Credits
This course has been designed to assist K-6 and middle/secondary level education teacher candidates in developing the attributes, knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to serve as a teacher leader. The course will explore teacher leadership in a variety of capacities including but not limited to instruction/curriculum development, assessment, school reform, classroom management, technology, advisory/mentoring, on-going professional development, and collaboration. A strong emphasis will be placed on ethical issues related to teaching and learning. Appropriate and effective oral and written communication skills will also be discussed. Moreover, teacher candidates will apply research and critical thinking skills to demonstrate scholarship related to issues in teacher leadership.
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3.00 Credits
This course will provide students with a variety of teaching strategies that enhance teaching and learning in an inclusive, multi-cultural classroom including students with exceptionalities. Students will explore ways to better understand how context and culture affect teaching and learning, and will acquire strategies to support learning for students whose first language is not English as well as for children of special needs. Emphasis will be placed on an understanding of how student learning is influenced by factors such as: poverty, prior learning, race, language of origin, culture, gender, health, family structure, religion, and community.
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3.00 Credits
Students will examine schooling and the local, regional, and national demographics of cultures in American society. Concepts and strategies for infusing cultural understanding into the classroom will be presented, and standards for critiquing textbooks, videos, and library materials for cultural bias will be reviewed and applied. A research paper reviewing current efforts of school districts in this regard is required.
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3.00 Credits
Instructional Strategies in Secondary Education is designed to provide teacher education candidates with an opportunity to study about, reflect upon, question, become knowledgeable about, and develop skills in using a variety of instructional methods while applying and practicing these methods in a collaborative and constructive setting. Participants will learn how to plan and present instruction clearly, as well as how to establish and maintain an effective learning environment. Major topics include: characteristics of effective instructional strategies and their impact on various learners; differentiated instruction; planning for instruction; developing effective lessons using a variety of approaches & technologies; assessment of student learning; and professional development. Attention is focused on the learner and the interpretation of physiological, psychological, sociological, emotional, cultural, linguistic, and environmental factors which influence learning.
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