2015-2017 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Graduate Course Descriptions
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IB 670 - International Baccalaureate: Philosophy and Practice I (2 credits)
Provides understanding of the International Baccalaureate Organization methodologies, philosophies and practices in the Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), and Diploma Program (DP).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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IB 671 - International Baccalaureate: Philosophy and Practice II (2 credits)
Provides understanding of the International Baccalaureate Organization methodologies, philosophies and practices in the Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), and Diploma Program (DP).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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IB 672 - International Baccalaureate: International and Global Education I (2 credits)
The purpose of this course is to give students opportunities to consider the nature of citizenship and teaching and learning in the twenty-first century. In doing so they will recognize why the concept of international-mindedness, i.e., teaching and learning about different dimensions of the human condition, as shaped by culture and geography, is an organizing principle of the Primary Years, Middle Years and International Baccalaureate Programs.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (IB 670 and IB 671).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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IB 673 - International Baccalaureate: International and Global Education II (2 credits)
Gives students opportunities to build upon and apply what they have learned about global and international education in EST 672 in their own classrooms and schools, within a supportive online community. Continues to broaden students’ awareness of various perspectives on issues in global education. Uses an online environment to support teachers in fostering the development of students’ international and global knowledge and understanding with the contexts of the Primary Years Program, Middle Years Program and International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (IB 670 and IB 671).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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IB 674 - International Baccalaureate: Teaching, Learning, and the Curriculum (2 credits)
Explores philosophies, rationale, and methods of teaching IB curriculum to students in PYP, MYP, and DP programs. Focuses on developing an understanding of the relationships between teaching and learning. Explores various teaching strategies effective in implementing IB programs, as well as knowledge and skills for planning instruction.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (IB 670, IB 671, IB 672, and IB 673).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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IB 675 - International Baccalaureate: Curriculum and Instruction in the Classroom (2 credits)
An online course which explores philosophies, rationale, and methods of teaching IB curriculum to students in PYP, MYP, and DP programs. Focuses on developing an understanding of the relationships between teaching and learning. Explores various teaching strategies effective in implementing IB programs, as well as knowledge and skills for planning for instruction.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (IB 670, IB 671, IB 672, IB 673, IB 674, and IB 676).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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IB 676 - International Baccalaureate: Assessment to Support Learning (2 credits)
Engages teachers in understanding the purpose that assessment plays in supporting achievement in International Baccalaureate (IB) programs. Teachers will learn to implement diverse strategies, design appropriate tasks and rubrics, differentiate assessments to support all learners, and utilize effective feedback that are appropriate to primary years, middle years, and diploma programs.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (IB 670, IB 671, IB 672, and IB 673).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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IB 677 - International Baccalaureate: Assessment in the Classroom (2 credits)
An online field course that engages teachers in applying assessment principles, accessing online assessment resources and implementing effective practices in International Baccalaureate (IB) programs. Teachers will implement a variety of assessment strategies, design appropriate tasks and rubrics and demonstrate effective methods for providing feedback to students, other teachers, administrators and parents.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (IB 670, IB 671, IB 672, IB 673, IB 674, and IB 676).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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IB 678 - International Baccalaureate: Professional Learning through Reflective Practice and Research (2 credits)
This course engages teachers in understanding the role that practitioner reflection and research play as components of professional learning designed to support student achievement in International Baccalaureate programs. Participants will learn and practice the methods and dispositions of practitioners who incorporate structured reflection and research into their continuous professional development.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (IB 670, IB 671, IB 672, IB 673, IB 674, IB 675, IB 676, and IB 677).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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IB 679 - International Baccalaureate: Professional Learning through Collaborative Action Research (2 credits)
This course engages teachers in understanding the role that collaborative action research plays as a component of professional learning designed to support student achievement in International Baccalaureate programs. Participants will learn and practice the methods of structured action research as a vehicle for both continuous professional development and school improvement.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (IB 670, IB 671, IB 672, IB 673, IB 674, IB 675, IB 676, and IB 677).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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IB 680 - Introduction to International Baccalaureate Practices and the Curriculum (3 credits)
Provides school administrators with an understanding of the International Baccalaureate organization, methodologies, philosophies and practices for the Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Year Program (MYP), Diploma Program (DP), and the International Baccalaureate Career Certificate (IBCC).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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IB 681 - Leaders in International Baccalaureate Schools: Moving from Theory to Practice (3 credits)
Builds upon the knowledge and understanding of IB 680 to help school administrators develop a successful program within their particular educational setting.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet the prerequisite (IB 680).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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IB 690 - Independent Study in International Baccalaureate Education
Individual work in International Baccalaureate Education for school professionals. May be repeated for a total of 4 credits.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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