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  • 3.00 Credits

    Managerial Economics Prerequisite: None This course provides a body of mainly microeconomic tools for managerial decision-making. Its emphasis is on the methodical application of economic models to business situations for analysis and problem-solving. It incorporates theory into practice, providing a theoretical framework in formulating policies for short- and long-term planning. A wide range of topics will be discussed, including elasticity and estimation of demand, production and cost functions, pricing and output decisions under different competitive conditions, break-even analysis, risk and uncertainty, etc. 3.000 Credit Hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Graduate Schedule Types: Lecture School of Educ & Prof Studies College Economics Department ECO 5XX - Economics Elective Economics Elective Prerequisite: Transfer Credit Evaluation Only 0.500 TO 6.000 Credit Hours Levels: Graduate Schedule Types: Lecture School of Educ & Prof Studies College
  • 3.00 Credits

    E-Commerce Certification Prerequisite: None This course first reviews the development of the Internet, and then looks at the pragmatic possibilities that have occurred because of it. It goes on to discuss how the Internet has created a paradigm shift in the world of business. Discussions include how business use is to be conducted, how it is now conducted, and how it will be conducted in the future. Issues include the impact on management, marketing, operations, human resource management, finance and accounting, and organization design. Additional discussions will consider how the Internet has changed the relationship between companies/ retailers and customers. 0.000 Credit Hours 40.000 Other hours Levels: Non Credit Schedule Types: Online/Seminar (OPD Courses) School of Continuing Education College Professional Development Department
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course considers a particular application of the more important psychological principles to educational theory and practice, embracing a systematic study of the educable being, habit formation, phases of learning, intellectual and emotional growth, and character formation.The course, which includes a 15-hour field experience in an approved, ethnically diverse public school setting, also examines individual differences, transfer of training, interest, attention, and motivation insofar as they influence the teaching process.Three credits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course applies the basic concepts of philosophy to education in general and to contemporary education theory in particular to acquaint educators with philosophical terminology, to improve the clarity of their thinking, and to encourage personal commitment to their own life philosophies.This course includes a 15-hour field experience in an approved, ethnically diverse public school setting.Three credits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course focuses on the organizational pattern in which English can best be taught and analyzes the effectiveness of various methodologies in bringing about changes in the language usage of young people.The course also considers such factors as appropriate curricula materials; methods of organization; approaches to the study of literature; and procedures most cogent in the field of grammar, composition, oral communication, and dialogue.The course includes working with a practicing teacher and visiting his or her classroom at least three times in a secondary school setting.(Prerequisite: submission of a résumé, a one-page writing sample on your philosophy of education, and completion of a data form, all of which are submitted to the Director of Secondary Certification Programs) Three credits.
  • 15.00 Credits

    This course includes a comprehensive study of the principles, methods, and materials necessary for teaching in the middle, junior, and senior high schools.Candidates explore effective elements of instruction as they relate to practical applications in the classroom.The course addresses teaching specific subject areas through readings, subject-area reports, and a unit of work.Candidates practice teaching techniques in videotaped mini-teaching sessions.This course requires a field service component consisting of 15 hours working with a classroom teacher.Guidance on certification issues is provided.Throughout the semester, candidates will participate in subject-specific methods labs.These labs introduce candidates to curriculum and pedagogy in their certification area and provide opportunities for candidates to design subject-specific learning experiences for diverse learners.Taught by content area specialists in the certification subject, the Methods Lab engages candidates with up-to-date curriculum and best practices in the field.(Prerequisites: Submission of a résumé, a one-page philosophy of education writing sample, a data form, and permission of the coordinator of the graduate secondary education program) Three credits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Topics include methods and materials for improving reading and study skills at the secondary level and the application of developmental reading skills in all curriculum areas.Three credits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course offers a semester-long experience in a local public school for qualified candidates for secondary teaching.Candidates engage in observation and teaching five days each week.Emphasized concepts include classroom management dynamics, teaching techniques, lesson plan organization, and faculty duties.Candidates participate in group seminars one afternoon each week where they discuss their experiences and attend presentations on reading methods, audio-visual aids, and other topics.Candidates participate in individual conferences and receive assistance from their University supervisors and the cooperating teacher(s) who is BEST trained.Candidates must submit an application for placement with the director of student teaching placement in the prior semester.(Prerequisite: formal acceptance into the education minor) Twelve credits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This weekly seminar is taken concurrently with student teaching.The seminar focuses on the issues and problems faced by student teachers and on the culture and the organization of schools.Although much of the subject matter of the seminar flows from the on-going student teaching experience, attention is paid to issues such as school governance, codes of professional conduct, standards for teaching, CAPT, school and district organizational patterns, classroom management, conflict resolution, communication with parents, sensitivity to multicultural issues, and dealing with stress and inclusion.The job application process, including résumé writing, interviewing, and the development of a professional portfolio, are also addressed in the seminar.Three credits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Teaching In the Twenty-First Century Prerequisite: Acceptance by Application This course id designed for students considering education as a major and teaching as a profession. Students will have an opportunity to experience primary, middle and secondary education through field placements. Students will obtain a systematic body of knowledge from which they can develop a repertoire of teaching practices to meet the learning needs of students with diverse learning styles, developmental needs, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. 3.000 Credit Hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture, Lecture with Decreased FLC, Online School of Educ & Prof Studies College Education Department
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