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3.00 Credits
Examines the theory and practical issues underlying the design, development, and use of a DBMS. Topics include characteristics well-designed databases; high-level representation of an application using ER modeling: functional dependency using ER modeling, functional dependency theory, normalization and application toward a well-designed database; abstract query languages; query languages; concurrency; integrity; security. Advanced topics may be included. Students apply theory to practice in a number of projects involving design, creation, and use of a database.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to Disability Studies provides students with the opportunity to examine disability as a social, cultural, and political phenomenon. We will explore the impact of disability as it relates to the individual, families, social institutions, cultures and societies, and we will analyze the lives and perspectives of people with disabilities. We use an intersectional approach to diversity, always situating disability within its historical and social context and in relationship to other potential identities rooted in race, gender, class, and sexuality. This is an interdisciplinary course. Requires no more than 60 credits or by permission of the instructor to enroll.
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3.00 Credits
The internship in Disability Studies provides students with a learning experience in a professional setting related to disability.
Prerequisite:
DS 100 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
The internship in Disability Studies II provides students with additional learning experience in a professional setting related to disability.
Prerequisite:
DS 100 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D AND DS 391 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D (MAY BE TAKEN CONCURRENTLY)
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3.00 Credits
This interdisciplinary course is designed to allow students to apply a number of theoretical approaches and models to real-life examples. Students will integrate their understanding of concepts, issues and debates within the intersecting disciplines related to disability studies. The class will be highly interactive, integrating seminar discussions and group work by students in an attempt to further explore in-depth issues and topics discussed in class in relatively broad terms. Students will apply, integrate, and build on course material through short papers and oral presentations. In addition, they will advance and polish their writing, oral communication, research and critical analysis skills through the conduct of original research or a service learning project. This class is not available for graduate credit.
Prerequisite:
DS 100 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D
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3.00 Credits
This course covers the latest research on brain and child development to give participants foundational knowledge in developmental progressions for children from birth to age 5. Through course readings, discussions, activities, and assignments, participants will learn to identify childrens developmental trajectories. An emphasis on brain development will provide participants with a unique lens to apply in an early learning program as an additional tool to identify developmental progressions. Participants will learn how to create early childhood environments that promote physical, language, social and emotional, and cognitive development. Participants will also explore the key role that individual differences and family and socio-cultural context plays in development and learn strategies to build relationships that support each childs individual development.
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3.00 Credits
This course utilizes evidence-based strategies for promoting social and emotional development and preventing and addressing challenging behaviors in preschool-aged children. Through course readings, discussions, activities, and related experiences, participants will learn about a variety of these research-based practices. This course will also provide opportunities for participants to see teacher-child interactions and specific instructional strategies that promote social and emotional development and prevent challenging behaviors. Students will implement strategies that provide positive behavioral support and analyze and assess their own classroom strategies to create a plan for improvement.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces a variety of professional topics and competencies in early childhood education. Centered around the perspective that effective early childhood professionals are self-aware, culturally competent leaders who practice ongoing reflection and growth, this course addresses state and national standards, professional ethics, and developmentally appropriate approaches to teaching and learning. Students also explore connections between early childhood theory and classroom practice, as well as strategies for creating a caring community of learners through effective classroom environments and strong relationships with young children and families from diverse backgrounds.
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3.00 Credits
Students in this course will be introduced to professional topics and competencies in early childhood education and will be given examples of the value of and strategies for creating a community of learners. Students will also be provided opportunities for practicing professional dispositions and behaviors in a variety of inclusive settings. Field hours are required.
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3.00 Credits
A study of multiple aspects of physical development, prenatally through middle childhood. Attention is given to both typical and atypical development. Field hours are required.
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