School of Education

Courses

Business Education and Office Administration

• U 181 Advanced Keyboarding 2 cr. Prereq. keyboarding skills. Development of advanced keyboarding and job application skills.
• U 184 Introductory Alphabetic Shorthand/Notetaking 5 cr. Theory and speed development. With one high school entrance unit, no credit.
• U 186 Document Design and Development 5 cr. Prereq., BuEd 181 and 184. Advanced document design, development, and evaluation using desktop publishing and graphics software application programs.
• U 187 Business Communications 3 cr. Communication fundamentals, business letter writing, business report writing, and oral communication.
• U 283 Introduction to Word Processing 2 cr. Introduces word processing systems. Includes experience using text-editing equipment.
• U 286 Personal and Family Economics 3 cr. Individual and family economics with consumer emphasis on financial planning, taxes, credit, savings, home ownership, transportation, insurance principles, retirement and estate planning.
• U 287 Electronic Office Procedures 3 cr. Prereq., BuEd 283 or consent of instr. Terminology, concepts and technologies in the electronic office. Barriers and benefits of the electronic office as it relates to mail handling, inventory control, telephone, reprographics, information processing, work flow, and aspects of record control and retrieval.
• U 288 Computerized Office Technology 3 cr. Prereq., BuEd 283 or consent of instr. Advanced study of modern office technology including computer applications utlizing graphics and desktop publishing, computerized accounting, electronic mail modems and facsimile transmission. Regulations, policies, selection, application, service and maintenance of equipment.
• U 295 Special Topics Variable cr. (R-6) Offerings of visiting professors, of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.
• UG 352E Ethics and Consumer Economics 3 cr. Prereq., lower-division course in Perspective 5 or consent of instr. Same as C&I 352E. Analysis of personal resource use and consumer choice based on ethical theory, personal needs, market and governmental influences, and global issues.
• UG 380 Teaching Business Subjects 4 cr. Prereq., BuEd 181, 186, Acct 202, or business teaching experience, or consent of instr. Methods of lesson planning and presentation including student assessment, test design, grading, and skill building techniques in: shorthand, typing, word processing, basic business, computer applications, and office procedures.
• UG 382 Advanced Word Processing 3 cr. Prereq., BuEd 283 or consent of instr. Applications of electronic text-editing systems. Study of the impact of advanced word processing and desktop publishing in business.
• UG 383 Office Management 3 cr. Prereq., BuEd 287 or consent of instr. Principles of modern office management and supervision of office personnel.
• U 395 Special Topics Variable cr. (R-9) Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.
• UG 485 Philosophy and Procedures of Vocational Business Education 3 cr. Prereq., consent of instr. Theories and issues in vocational business education including the development of philosophy, organization, operation, and evaluation of programs.
• UG 486 Advanced Technology and Supervision of Vocational Business Education 3 cr. Prereq., BuEd 485 or consent of instr. Planning, supervision, utilization, and evaluation of advanced computer-based technology in vocational business education.
• UG 494 Seminar Variable cr. (R-6) Special topics to cover unique current seminar-related situations.
• G 580 Improvement of Instruction Variable cr. (R-6) Prereq., consent of instr. Improvement of instruction in specific areas as designated.
• G 585 Unit Course in Business Education Variable cr. (R-6) Prereq., consent of instr. Each unit course will carry a special title designating topic covered that is related to improvement of instruction.
• G 595 Special Topics Variable cr. (R-9) Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.

Curriculum and Instruction

• U 160 Learning Strategies for Higher Education 2 cr. Instruction and application of college study skills including lecture notetaking, time management, reading textbooks, test taking, and critical thinking. Elective credit only.
• U 200 Exploring Teaching through Field Experiences 2 cr. Prereq., admission to Teacher Education Program. Introductory experiences for students committed to teaching as a profession. Combines a field experience with seminar. Discussion of school curriculum, realities and expectations of teaching, and teacher education program requirements.
• U 249 Energy and Living Patterns 3 cr. Offered alternate years. An examination of personal choices affecting energy consumption. Analysis of energy conservtion alternatives related to transportation, clothing, food, housing, and equipment.
• U 250 Family in Transition 3 cr. Offered alternate years. Examination of current research investigating variations in the family experience. Topics include the family systems perspective on conflict and change, divorce and remarriage, dual-income marriages. gender roles and marital power, voluntary childlessness, singlehood, family violence, and aging in the family.
• U 254 Parenthood Education 3 cr. Offered alternate years. Knowledge and skills of parenting responsibilities, parental influence in guiding child and adolescent development, and assessment of social parenthood issues impacting the quality of life for children.
• U 295 Special Topics Variable cr. (R-6) Offerings of visiting professors, new courses, or current topics.
• U 296 Independent Study Variable cr. (R-6) Prereq., consent of advisor and instr.
• U 298 Internship Variable cr. (R-6) Prereq., consent of advisor, instructor, and director of field experiences.
• U 300 Field Experience/Early Elementary 1 cr. (R-4) Prereq., C&I 200; coreq., an elementary methods course. Arranged field experience in an elementary classroom, kindergarten through third grade.
• U 301 Field Experience/Mid-Level 1 cr. (R-4) Prereq., C&I 200; coreq., an elementary or secondary methods course. Arranged field experience in an elementary or middle school classroom, grades four through eight.
• U 302 Field Experience/Secondary 1 cr. (R-4) Prereq., C&I 200; coreq., a secondary methods course. Arranged field experience in a high school classroom.
• U 303 Educational Psychology and Measurements 4 cr. Prereq., Psyc 100S, C&I 200, and admission to Teacher Education Program. Analysis of fundamental psychological concepts underlying classroom teaching, learning and evaluation. Emphasis on the cognition and motivational aspects of learning. Basic concepts of educational measurement.
• UG 306 Instructional Media and Computer Applications 1 cr. (R-2) Prereq., C&I 303; BuEd 283 or CS 170 or examination. Introduction to the use of technology, media, and computer software application in instruction.
• U 309 Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 200 and 303, and Math 130 and 131. Methods for teaching elementary school mathematics through a child-centered laboratory approach focusing on the use of manipulatives, models, problem solving, and technology. Emphasis on multiple assessment strategies to determine student progress and methods to evaluate elementary mathematics programs.
• U 310 Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School 2 cr. Prereq., C&I 200 and 303. Foundations and purpose of the elementary social studies curriculum. Elements of lesson design including instructional methods, materials and assessment.
• U 311 Teaching Science in the Elementary School 2 cr. Prereq., C&I 200 and 303, Psyc 240S, and Sci 125 or 127. Introduction to useful ideas, methods, and evaluation for teaching elementary school science. Emphasis on planning and presenting hands-on activities.
• UG 316 Children's Literature and Critical Reading 3 cr. Genre survey including a multi-ethnic literature module; focus on extensive reading and responding to quality children's literature through listening, speaking, writing, drama, and media activities; emphasizes criteria for selection, critical thinking skills, the "whole language" approach, and effective integration of literature into the elementary curriculum.
• U 317 Teaching Language and Literacy 4 cr. Prereq., C&I 303, 316; Psyc 240S and consent of instr. Methods of teaching reading, writing, listening, and speaking as effective tools of communication within a developmentally appropriate, integrated curriculum.
• UG 326 Environmental Education 3 cr. Prereq., Sci 350 and consent of instr. Offered alternate years. Identification and examination of potential solutions to environmental problems and their impact on society. Major emphasis on teaching methods as they apply to environmental science.
• UG 327 Problems in Environmental Education 3 cr. Prereq., consent of instr. Design, selection, and evaluation of materials for the teaching of environmental education.
• UG 330 Early Childhood Education 3 cr. Prereq., consent of instr. Offered alternate years. Theory and techniques of teaching in pre-school and primary levels of education. Observation and participation in pre-school programs. Recommended for kindergarten and primary teachers.
• UG 352E Ethics and Consumer Economics 3 cr. Prereq., lower-division course in Perspective 5 or consent of instr. Same as BuEd 352E. Analysis of personal resource use and consumer choice based on ethical theory, personal needs, market and governmental influences, and global issues.
• UG 355 Child in the Family 3 cr. Prereq., Psyc 100S. Physical, social, emotional and intellectual development, learning theories and child rearing practices related to children 0-6 years of age.
• UG 357 Introduction to Exceptionality 3 cr. Prereq., admission to teacher education program. Introduction to the characteristics and identification of exceptional students. Considers legal issues, family concerns and community services. Includes a practicum in a special education setting.
• UG 358 Family Management Systems 3 cr. A social systems approach exploring the interfaces between the family and other social systems. Addresses family roles, organization issues and management of resources across the life span.
• UG 367 Pre-School Practicum Laboratory 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 355. Practicum experiences including observational assessment of children, study of the planning process, team teaching of a one-week unit plan, and planning and directing parent/teacher conferences. Students will complete selected readings and assignments on child development, early childhood ecological arrangements, and classroom management. Weekly seminars include early childhood pedagogy.
• UG 383 Physical Education nd Recreation for the Special Student 3 cr. Same as HHP 383. Learning characteristics, needs, and instructional strategies for accommodating individual development needs of exceptional students in adapted and regular physical education.
• U 393 Omnibus Variable cr. (R-9) Independent work under the University omnibus option. See index.
• U 394 Seminar Variable cr. (R-9) Group analysis of problems in specific areas of education.
• U 395 Special Topics Variable cr. (R-9) Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.
• U 396 Independent Study Variable cr. (R-9)
• U 407E Ethics and Policy Issues 3 cr. Prereq., lower-division course in Perspective 5 and consent of instr. Analyzes American public school in its political and social setting; emphasizes ethical concerns specific to teaching profession. Major policy issues framed by ethical considerations include curriculum definition, funding equity, governance, at-risk youth, gender and multicultural equity, and legal rights of students and teachers.
• UG 410 Exceptionality and Classroom Management 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 303, Psyc 240S. Focus on classroom management and the characteristics and instructional adaptations for exceptional students in the regular classroom.
• UG 420 Curriculum and Methods in Early Childhood Special Education 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 357 and 459. Principles in selecting and adapting early childhood curriculum materials for young children with handicaps; development, implementation and evaluation of individualized education plans; and appropriate teaching strategies for the early childhood special education classroom. Includes 22 hours of tutoring in a special education pre-school setting.
• UG 421 Issues in Early Intervention 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 357. For case managers, school psychologists and special educators involved in P.L. 99-457. Issues in parent and child advocacy, least restrictive placements in pre-school and school environments, transitions concerning service providers and plans, case management in rural communities, transdisciplinary teaming processes, and individualized family service plans.
• UG 426 Teaching Science in the Middle and Secondary School 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 303, a science teaching major or minor, and consent of instr. Methods and materials to teach science in grades 5-12. Techniques of evaluation.
• UG 427 Literacy Strategies in Content Areas 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 303, consent of instr. Theories, models, instructional approaches for using literacy for learning in content fields. Emphasis on research, instructional practice, classroom assessment, multicultural and discipline integration.
• UG 428 Teaching Social Studies in the Middle and Secondary School 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 303, consent of instr. Foundations and purpose of the middle and secondary social studies curriculum. Elements of lesson design, including instructional methods, materials and assessment.
• UG 430 Teaching Mathematics in the Middle and Secondary School 4 cr. Prereq.,C&I 200 and C&I 303; at least two-thirds of the teaching major or minor in mathematics. Methods for teaching mathematics in grades 5-12 focusing on presentation of mathematics concepts and procedures through models, problem solving, and technology. Development of instructional strategies and classroom organizational models, discourse in the classroom, and multiple means for assessing student progress.
• UG 433 Basic Diagnosis and Correction of Reading and Writing 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 317 or 427 and consent of instr. Approaches to diagnosing and correcting reading and writing difficulties. Emphasis on assessing, analyzing findings, and devising instructional strategies for students with deficiencies.
• UG 435 Organizing Classroom Reading and Writing Programs 2 cr. Prereq., C&I 317 or 427 and consent of instr. Relating literacy research to educational practice to plan, implement, and assess a quality reading/writing program in the elementary school.
• UG 437 Reading and Writing Internship 6 cr. Prereq., C&I 433 and consent of instr. Provides students classroom teaching experience under direct supervision. Students teach reading and writing and apply knowledge of assessing and correcting reading and writing difficulties in grades K-12.
• UG 440 Global Food System 3 cr. Prereq., HHP 346. Offered alternate years. A study of issues related to the problems of providing nourishment on a sustainable basis for the world's growing population.
• UG 450 Issues in Family Management 2 cr. (R-4) Prereq., C&I 250, 252, 355 or 358; HHP 236. Application of family management concepts to current family issues.
• UG 455 Workshop Variable cr. (R-6) Special courses experimental in nature dealing with a relatively narrow, specialized topic of particular current interest. Credit not allowed toward a graduate degree.
• UG 457 Assessment and Instruction for Exceptional Learners 5 cr. Prereq., C&I 357, admission to special education program; coreq., C&I 459. Understanding and using assessment information for educational decision making. Instructional models and strategies used in teaching students with learning and behavior problems. Includes field experience.
• UG 459 Consulting/Resource Teacher 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 357; coreq., C&I 461, 463, 469. Consultation approaches for educating exceptional learners in regular classes and managing resource rooms. Rural education and multicultural issues are emphasized.
• UG 461 Teaching Gifted Pupils 2 cr. Prereq., eight credits in C&I; coreq., C&I 459, 463, 469. Needs, aims, traits, identification, curriculum, teaching methods and research of and for bright and gifted pupils.
• UG 463 Advanced Classroom Management for Exceptional Learners 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 357; coreq., C&I 459, 461, 469. In-depth study of the principles and procedures for managing problem behaviors with an emphasis on prevention and classroom management. A field experience is required.
• UG 465 Education of Students with Mild-Moderate Disabilities 2 cr. Prereq., C&I 357 and admission to special education program. Theoretical issues, curriculum and educational practices relevant to children with mild to moderate disabilities.
• UG 467 Legal Aspects of Special Education 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 357 and admission to special education program. Application of legal reasoning and knowledge of litigation and legislation to the solution of legal problems related to the education of handicapped children.
• UG 469 Student Teaching in Special Education Variable cr. (R-10) Prereq., completion of all courses in the special education minor and consent of instr. and Director of Field Experiences; coreq., C&I 459, 461, 463. Supervised field experience in special education.
• UG 470 Young Adult Literature and Critical Reading 3 cr. Genre survey; extensive reading, auding, and viewing of literature and media addressed to students age 13-18. Emphasizes effective teaching strategies for using quality literature with secondary students. Not a substitute for C&I 316.
• UG 471 Fundamentals of Media Technology 3 cr. Focus on media and instructional technology, design, selection, utilization and media production.
• UG 472 Library-Media Technical Processes 2 cr. Coreq., C&I 473. Focus on acquisition, processing, descriptive cataloging, application of AACR2, and the Dewey Decimal Classification for the print and non-print media collection.
• UG 473 Computer Applications in Library-Media Operations 2 cr. Coreq., C&I 472. Use of computers in school library-media programs and services including word processing, data bases, spread sheets, cataloging, and introduction to aspects of automation.
• UG 474 Administration and Assessment of the Library-Media Program 3 cr. Administrative and management procedures, and assessment in terms of state, regional, and national guidelines for library-media programs and services.
• UG 475 Library-Media Practicum 3 cr. Prereq., 12 credits in library-media course work and consent of instr. Supervised field experience in selected phases of library media center operations.
• UG 476 Reference, Media Skills, and Technology 3 cr. Evaluation, selection, and use of basic reference works and other information resources. Teaching of media skills, information negotiation, search strategy, data base use, and information services.
• UG 477 Collection Development and the Curriculum 3 cr. Focus on building and maintaining a foundation print and non-print media collection; devising a selection policy; demonstrating media use in support of the curriculum, and compiling an annotated bibliography.
• UG 478 Library-Media Workshop Variable cr. (R-6) Prereq., consent of instr. Offered alternate years. Investigation of issues in library-media field, technology, and information resources. General sessions and committee work; individual projects on issues or problems of special interest within the workshop topic.
• U 481 Student Teaching: Elementary Variable cr. (R-12) Prereq., consent of Director of Field Services.
• U 482 Student Teaching: Secondary Variable cr. (R-12) Prereq., consent of Director of Field Services.
• UG 486 Statistical Procedures in Education 3 cr. Same as HHP 486. Introduction to basic concepts and procedures characterizing both descriptive and inferential statistics. Awareness of ways in which statistical procedures are commonly misused.
• UG 487 Adult Education 2 cr. Offered alternate years. Teaching techniques and strategies of classes and programs for adults based on needs, interests and psychological principles of adult learning.
• U 493 Omnibus Variable cr. (R-9) Independent work under the University omnibus option. See index.
• UG 494 Seminar Variable cr. (R-9) Prereq., consent of instr. Group analysis of problems in specific areas of education.
• UG 495 Special Topics Variable cr. (R-6) Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.
• UG 496 Independent Study Variable cr. (R-6) Prereq., consent of instr.
• G 502 Philosophy of Education 3 cr. Same as EdLd 502. Major philosophical schools of thought and leading proponents of each. Concepts of society, the educative process, and the role of education.
• G 504 History of American Education 3 cr. Same as EdLd 504. Antecedents to, and the history of, American education; cyclical behavior and the extent to which past practices and thinking have influenced or in some cases led to today's curriculum, instruction, organization, administration, and supervision.
• G 506 Comparative Education 3 cr. Same as EdLd 506. How the American educational system compares with those in selected other countries.
• G 508 Sociology of Education 3 cr. Same as EdLd 508. Modern public education as it affects and is affected by religious, economic, and political systems and other social institutions.
• G 510 Advanced Educational Psychology 3 cr. The exploration of theoretical and empirical issues in psychology (e.g., learning theory and intelligence).
• G 514 Education Across Cultures 3 cr. Educational foundations of the study of diversity in American schools.
• G 515 Computer and Other Technological Applications in Education 3 cr. Prereq., a basic computer course or demonstrated computer literacy. Computer systems and other hardware utilizing various software applications by administrators, counselors, librarians, teachers, and students.
• G 517 Tests and Measurements 3 cr. Prereq., undergraduate course in measurement or consent of instr. Offered alternate years. Test construction and utilization, types of assessment and when to use each, and social issues related to educational measurement.
• G 518 Inclusion and Collaboration 3 cr. Legal and ethical issues involved in the responsible inclusion of all individuals with disabilities through multi-disciplinary and collaborative efforts.
• G 520 Research and Program Evaluation 3 cr. Same as EdLd and HHP 520. An understanding of basic quantitative and qualitative research methodology and terminology, particularly as they are used in studies presented in the professional literature. Examination of the most prominent models of program evaluation.
• G 527 Advanced Literacy Strategies in Content Areas 3 cr. Prereq., teaching experience and consent of instr. Advanced theories, models, instructional approaches for using reading/writing for learning in content fields. Emphasis on research, instructional practice, classroom assessment.
• G 530 Socio-Cultural Foundations of Literacy 3 cr. Prereq., teaching experience and consent of instr. Survey of history and research related to literacy practices in schools/communities. Theories, models, politics of literacy in K-12/Adult education.
• G 533 Advanced Diagnosis and Correction of Reading and Writing 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 427 or 527 or 540 and consent of instr. Emphasis on devising instructional strategies for students with reading/writing deficiencies based on administration and interpretation of formal and informal measures.
• G 540 Language, Learning and Literacy 3 cr. Prereq., teaching experience and consent of instr. Advanced theories and instructional approaches for teaching and assessing the facets of communication within an integrated elementary curriculum.
• G 541 Supervision and Teaching of Children's Literature and Critical Reading 3 cr. Prereq., undergraduate course in children's literature or consent of instr. Literature-based "whole language" study involving extensive critical reading and integrated curricular use of high quality nonfiction and classical, contemporary, and multi-cultural fiction, addressed to grades 1 through 8.
• G 542 Supervision and Teaching of Mathematics 3 cr. Prereq., teaching experience and consent of instr. Offered alternate years. Curriculum trends, instructional materials, research and supervisory techniques relevant to a modern school mathematics program.
• G 543 Supervision and Teaching of Reading 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 435 or 530, teaching experience, and consent of instr. Offered alternate years. Survey of theory and research related to developing and supervising reading instruction programs.
• G 544 Supervision and Teaching of Science 3 cr. Prereq., Sci 125, 126, 127, 128 or equiv., teaching experience and consent of instr. Designing curricula based on the structure of knowledge, and analyzing existing elementary science programs.
• G 545 Supervision and Teaching of Social Studies 3 cr. Prereq., teaching experience and consent of instr. Historical trends and curriculum issues related to social studies instruction. Emphasis on current research concerning social studies curriculum design, instructional practices, and use of resources.
• G 546 Supervision and Teaching of Young Adult Literature and Critical Reading 3 cr. Prereq., undergraduate course in young adult literature or consent of instr. Extensive reading among classical, contemporary, and multicultural literature including novels, poetry, short stories, and drama; selection of quality works, evaluation, and curricular utilization in grades 8 through 12.
• G 547 Supervision of the Media Program and Services 3 cr. Prereq., course in administration of the school media program and services or consent of instr. Appraisal of the application of management principles to the functions of the media center as an integral part of the teaching-learning process. Management of personnel, budget, materials and physical resources in the development of the program; design, communication, and evaluation of media center services.
• G 551 Foundations of Curriculum Leadership 3 cr. Prereq., elementary or secondary teaching experience or consent of instr. Same as EdLd 551. The history and theoretical bases of current K-12 curriculum and instructional leadership.
• G 553 Information Searching, Retrieval and the Curriculum 3 cr. Prereq., basic course in reference or consent of instr. Search strategy, informed selection, and curricular utilization of general and subject reference and information sources; integration of research and media skills into the K-12 curriculum.
• G 555 Workshop Variable cr. (R-6) Special courses experimental in nature dealing with a relatively narrow, specialized topic of particular current interest. Credit not allowed toward a graduate degree.
• G 557 Reading and Writing Practicum Variable cr. (R-8) Prereq., C&I 433 or 533 and consent of instr. Offered in summer. Practitioners diagnose, devise, and implement instructional strategies for students with reading and writing deficiencies.
• G 561 Elementary Curriculum and Instruction 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 551. Same as EdLd 561. Current elementary curriculum design and instructional approaches and their origins in theories of learning and child development; student grouping and evaluation; reform reports.
• G 562 The Middle School 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 551. Same as EdLd 562. Creation and implementation of the Middle School concept and curriculum; special needs of early adolescents & interdisciplinary planning; instruction approaches; reform literature.
• G 566 Secondary School Curriculum and Instruction 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 551. Same as EdLd 566. Creation and implementation of the secondary curriculum; appropriate instructional techniques; interdisciplinary cooperation; recommendations of the reform reports.
• G 571 Media Design and Production 3 cr. Prereq., undergraduate course in media design and production or consent of instr. Development of instructional sequences based upon a systematic approach; producing audiovisual media and incorporating technology as integral components.
• G 572 Evaluation of the School Media Program 3 cr. Prereq., completion of 15 semester credits in the library media program or consent of instr. Study and application of measures used to evaluate school media program and services; includes district, state, regional, and national instruments. Required for M.E. with a library media concentration.
• G 592 Continuing Study in Curriculum and Instruction Variable cr. (R-12) Prereq., consent of instr.
• G 594 Seminar Variable cr. (R-9) Prereq., consent of instr.
• G 595 Special Topics Variable cr. (R-9) Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.
• G 596 Independent Study Variable cr. (R-6) Prereq., consent of instr.
• G 597 Research Variable cr. (R-9) Prereq., consent of instr.
• G 598 Internship Variable cr. (R-9) Prereq., consent of instr.
• G 618 Educational Statistics 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 486 or equiv., or consent of instr. Same as EdLd 618. Advanced statistical methods and use of the mainframe computer and microcomputer for data analysis. Use of a recognized statistical package (e.g., SPPS-X) for research applications.
• G 620 Qualitative and Quantitative Research 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 520 or 618, or equiv. Same as EdLd 620. In-depth review of descriptive, experimental, historiographic, ethonographic, and other quantitative and qualitative research methods, designs, and approaches. The development of a research proposal.
• G 625 Advanced Educational Research and Practicum 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 620 or equiv. Same as EdLd 625. Advanced design and writing in educational research. Participation in a research apprenticeship with an interested faculty member toward the development and completion of a publishable study or a pilot study for the doctoral dissertation.
• G 630 Special Topics in Literacy 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 530, teaching experience and consent of instr. Should be taken in conjunction with or immediately prior to comprehensive examinations. In-depth coverage of selected topics in reading and writing related to current literacy issues and practices.
• G 652 Issues in Curriculum and Instruction 3 cr. Prereq., C&I 551 or consent of instr. Curricular and instructional decision making and process, innovation and change, trends and reforms. Controversial issues in education and society related to K-12 curriculum and motivation.
• G 657 Curriculum Workshop Variable cr. (R-6) Prereq., C&I 551 or consent of instr.
• G 694 Advanced Seminar in Curriculum and Instruction Variable cr. (R-9) Prereq., consent of instr.
• G 697 Advanced Research in Curriculum and Instruction Variable cr. (R-9) Prereq., consent of instr.
• G 699 Thesis/Dissertation Variable cr. (R-10)

Faculty

• Rhea Ashmore, Ed.D., The University of Montana, 1981
• Marlene J. Bachmann, M.S., University of Nebraska, 1967
• Jean Luckowski, Ed.D., Oklahoma State University, 1983
• William E. Patton, Ed.D., The University of Montana, 1973
• Audrey L. Peterson, M.S., The Pennsylvania State University, 1970, (Chair)
• Richard van den Pol, Ph.D., Western Michigan University, 1981

Associate Professors

• Ralph Allen, Ph.D., University of Oregon, 1970
• Michael Jakupcak, Ed.D., University of Illinois, 1973
• Janice LaBonty, Ph.D., University of Nebraska, 1987
• Patricia M. Lamphere, Ed.D., University of Houston, 1988
• Marian J. McKenna, Ph.D., University of Colorado, 1987

Assistant Professors

• Douglas A. Beed, Ed.D., University of Northern Colorado, 1980
• David R. Erickson, Ed.D., University of Illinois, 1973
• Suzanne G. Hampton, Ph.D., The University of Montana, 1994
• Billie J. Herrin, Ed.D., The University of Montana, 1991
• Carolyn J. Lott, Ed.D., The University of Montana, 1985
• Stephanie Wasta, Ph.D., University of Iowa, 1993

Adjunct Professors

• Robert Acker, Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin, 1974 (German)
• Richard Adler, Ph.D., University of Illinois, 1971 (English)
• Anthony F. Beltramo, Ph.D., Stanford University, 1972 (Spanish)
• Richard Billstein, Ed.D., The University of Montana, 1972 (Mathematics)
• Randy Bolton, Ph.D., Florida State University, 1981 (Drama)
• George C. Camp, Ph.D., University of Illinois, 1971 (School Psychology)
• Beverly Chin, Ph.D., University of Oregon, 1973 (English)
• Jon J. Driessen, Ph.D., University of Colorado, 1969 (Sociology)
• Robert B. Hausmann, Ph.D., University of Wisconsin, 1972 (Linguistics)
• Frances A. Hill, Ph.D., Ohio State University, 1965 (Psychology)
• Darshan S. Kang, Ph.D., University of Nebraska, 2975 (Geography)
• Johnny W. Lott, Ph.D., Georgis State University, 1973 (Mathematics)
• Philip E. Maloney, Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh, 1973 (Russian)
• Arthur W. Miller, Ph.D., University of New Mexico, 1981 (Health and Human Performance)
• O. W. Rolfe, Ph.D., Stanford University, 1967 (French)
• James W. Sears, Ph.D., Queen's University, 1979 (Geology)
• Jonathan R. Tompkins, Ph.D., University of Washington, 1981 (Political Science)
• R. Timm Vogelsberg, Ph.D., University of Illinois, 1979 (Research)
• George W. Woodbury, Ph.D., University of Minnesota, 1964 (Chemistry)

Adjunct Associate Professor

• Jerry D. Esmay, M.S., University of Texas, El Paso, 1971 (Computer Science)
• David B. Friend, Ph.D., University of Colorado, 1982 (Physics)
• James J. Hirstein, Ed.D., University of Georgia, 1976 (Mathematics)
• Gail McGregor, Ed.D., The Johns Hopkins University, 1984 (Research)
• James M.Scott, Ph.D., University of Washington, 1986 (Latin)

Adjunct Assistant Professors

• Carol A. Brewer, Ph.D., University of Wyoming, 1993 (Biology)
• Fletcher Brown, Ph.D., Miami University 1994 (Science Education)
• Debara Sue Forest, Ph.D., Iowa State University, 1990 (Research)
• Larry W. LaCounte, M.E., The University of Montana, 1973 ((Research)
• Michael O'Donnell, Ed.D., The University of Montana, 1992 (Research)
• K. Ann Sondag, Ph.D, Southern Illinois University, 1988 (Health and Human Performance)
• Harold J. Stearns, Ed.D., The University of Montana, 1978 (Western Montana College)
• Roberta Tilton, M.E., The University of Montana, 1988 (Art)

Adjunct Instructor

• Melanie Hoell, M.A., The University of Montana, 1977 (Advising)
• Shelley Neilsen, M.E., The University of Montana, 1993 (Research)