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HRD 520 - HRD in a Global Context (4 credits)
Introduces students to the concept of culture and globalization. Theories, practices, problems, and interventions will be discussed to illustrate the visible and invisible ways cultural differences and globalization impact the human resource development field. Students will have the opportunity to identify, examine, and apply effective HR strategies in a global context.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Master of Training and Development program.
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HRD 530 - Team Development (4 credits)
Develops students as sponsors, leaders and members of teams in the workplace. Students will understand the rationale for teams, their strengths and limitations, and become familiar with various techniques for enabling teams to work effectively.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Master of Training and Development program.
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HRD 540 - Career Development and Succession Planning (4 credits)
Develops the knowledge and skills required to provide career development systems and succession planning programs in an organization. The course will feature a balance between these two perspectives, and will emphasize aligning these systems with individual and organizational needs.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Master of Training and Development program.
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HRD 550 - Trends and Issues in Technology-based Training (4 credits)
Prepares students to design and develop effective e-learning courseware using sound evidence-based instructional principles. Both a theoretical and practical approach will be used to develop student competencies and capabilities.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (HRD 503).
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HRD 603 - Advanced Instructional Design (4 credits)
Facilitates an advanced level of professional competence in instructional design for individuals who aspire to leadership positions in the field of training and development. Students will explore various approaches to analysis, design, development, and evaluation of instruction.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (HRD 503).
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HRD 605 - Program Evaluation (4 credits)
Introduces students to current theory and practice in the evaluation of program impact. The course emphasizes four levels of evaluation: learner reactions to programs, learner knowledge acquisition and performance, learner behavior on the job, and return on investment to the organization. Students are taught how to select and apply appropriate tools to evaluate all four levels of program impact.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Master of Training and Development program.
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HRD 610 - Ethics in HRD (4 credits)
Introduces students to the influences and concepts that shape ethical behaviors in the workplace. Students will investigate the code of ethics and integrity for HRD research and practice, the importance of social responsibility, strategies for promoting ethical behavior in the workplace, and ethical approaches for resolving workplace situations and problems.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Master of Training and Development program.
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HRD 611 - Program Administration (4 credits)
This course focuses on understanding and developing the skills required to manage and administer training and development programs. Specific topics will include: assessing program needs, working with internal and external customers, choosing vendors, marketing and publicizing programs, and administering programs.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Master of Training and Development program.
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HRD 615 - Organization Development in Action (4 credits)
Facilitates an advanced level of competence in the application of the OD process for students who aspire to practice OD in the field. Students will explore various approaches to designing, developing, and implementing an OD intervention.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (HRD 504) or have permission of instructor.
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HRD 620 - Lean Principles and Application (4 credits)
Prepares students with knowledge and skills related to the understanding of lean theory, rules/principles, concepts, tools and supporting systems based upon interdisciplinary perspectives and instruction.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (HRD 504) or have permission of instructor.
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HRD 625 - Instructional Design Theory to Practice (4 credits)
Focuses on the theories in instructional design including systems theory, communication theory, learning theories and instructional theory. Each of these four theories will be taught including definition, history and practice in the field of instructional design.
Prerequisite(s): HRD 603
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HRD 630 - Current Trends (4 credits)
Analyzes current topics related to Training and Development. Topics may include: the learning organization, linking training and development to organizational strategy, systems thinking, informal and incidental learning in the workplace, diversity issues in training and development, legal and ethical issues in training and development, spirituality in the workplace, action learning, utilizing technology in training and development, performance technology, interactive distance learning.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Master of Training and Development program.
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HRD 635 - Leadership Theory and Development (4 credits)
This course focuses on the major leadership theories and the primary tools professionals apply to develop management and leadership capabilities for individuals in the workplace.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Master of Training and Development.
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HRD 640 - Research in Training and Development (4 credits)
Introduces students to the elements and dynamics of the research process and the critical review of existing research. Students will be prepared to conduct research in organizations and to complete the MTD project. The course requires the development of a research proposal using the process presented in the course.
Prerequisite(s): Student must have permission of instructor and academic adviser.
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HRD 650 - Independent Study
Independent study in a topic in training and development under the guidance of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Student must have permission of instructor.
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HRD 699 - MTD Project (4 credits)
Students will design, implement, and document a project in an organizational setting, under the guidance of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Student must have permission of instructor.
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Industrial and Systems Engineering |
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ISE 501 - Engineering Statistics and Economic Analysis (4 credits)
Simple linear and multiple linear regression analysis, design of experiments - single factor, full factorial, fractional factorial design. Taguchi’s method, control charts, and time series analysis. Engineering cost models, equivalence analysis, estimation of net present value, rate of return, depreciation and taxes, incremental analysis, and uncertainty in cash flow. Offered fall. Credit not applicable toward an M.S. or Ph.D. degree.
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ISE 502 - Engineering Operations Research (4 credits)
Introduction to operations research models used in decision making and system performance evaluation. Topics include linear programming including simplex method and duality theory, integer linear programming, the assignment and transportation problems, network flows and dynamic programming. Credit not applicable toward an M.S. or Ph.D. degree. Offered winter.
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ISE 503 - Work Methods and Ergonomics (4 credits)
Design, analysis and measurement of work: work/time studies, pre-determined time studies, and line/work balancing techniques for both repetitive and non-repetitive work. Anthropometry and techniques for consideration of anthropometric data in the design and analysis of work. With laboratory. Credit not applicable toward an M.S. or Ph.D. degree. Offered fall.
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ISE 512 - Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing (4 credits)
This course focuses on the integration of the techniques and methodologies from artificial intelligence and manufacturing engineering. On the manufacturing side, issues of design, manufacturability, process planning and cost analysis are cast around feature-based CAD/CAM technologies. The artificial intelligence techniques include standard transparent representation schemes of rule bases and semantic networks as well as the most up-to-date opaque representations of neural networks and genetic algorithms, both areas integrated with issues of fuzzy logic and control. Involves a large class project. Credit cannot be received for both ISE 512 and CSE 512.
Prerequisite(s): Student must have a background in artificial intelligence, manufacturing or business.
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ISE 517 - Statistical Methods in Engineering (4 credits)
Analysis and application of ergodic and absorbing Markov chains, application of queuing models based on birth-death process, design of queuing, systems based on both cost and noncost measures. Propagation of error in a production/service system, estimation of system reliability with and without standby systems and application of simple linear and multiple linear regression models. Offered winter.
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ISE 522 - Robotic Systems (4 credits)
Overview of industrial robotic manipulators, their components and typical applications. Kinematics of robots and solution of kinematic equations. Trajectory planning and the Jacobian matrix. Robot programming languages and task planning. Laboratory experience in the development and implementation of a kinematic robot controller using a reconfigurable industrial manipulator. Demonstrations and applications using industrial robots. With laboratory. Course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for more than one of ISE 522, ISE 422, and ME 478. Offered fall.
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ISE 530 - Engineering Operations Research - Stochastic Models (4 credits)
Review of linear programming, duality theory, integer programming, and nonlinear programming. Topics include stochastic dynamic programming, ergodic and absorbing Markov chains with applications, and queuing models with applications based on birth-death process. Introduction to stochastic inventory models and Markov decision processes with applications. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course, ISE 430. Credit cannot be received for both ISE 430 and ISE 530. Offered Fall.
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ISE 541 - Human Factors (4 credits)
Physical capabilities of the human body which impact work design and productivity; functional capabilities of the human body such as joint stresses and fatigue analysis. Biomechanical principles applied to the design and analysis of work; posture analysis, lifting aids, and risk assessment. Work related infractions such as repetitive and non-repetitive work related injury. Sensory and cognitive limitations of the human body in the work environment. Offered winter.
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ISE 550 - Introduction to Energy Management (4 credits)
Study of basic concepts involving energy usage in residential, commercial and industrial enclosures, heat transfer and infiltration, electric and natural gas utilization, performing an energy assessment on an occupant envelope, optimizing energy usage through increased efficiency and alternative energy technology, cost-benefit analysis. The course focuses on the process of using energy assessments to manage energy efficiently. With project.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet the prerequisite (Calculus I).
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ISE 557 - Energy Conservation Systems (4 credits)
Techniques for improving energy use in industrial and commercial applications. Topics include: energy accounting; energy auditing; energy conservation management; net energy analysis; second law methods of analysis; combined use energy systems; new technology for energy conservation; assessment of alternative technology. Credit cannot be received for more than one of ISE 557, ECE 557, and SYS 557.
Prerequisite(s): Student must have completed at least one course from the Core and Theory group of courses, or student must have permission of instructor.
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ISE 564 - Design for Manufacturing and Assembly Analysis (4 credits)
Role of a geometric modeler in design and manufacturing. Representation of wire-frame, surface, solid models and feature based models. Different standards for representation of geometric data. Analysis of a design for DF(x) principles that include manufacturing, assembly, disassembly and environment. Includes laboratory. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ISE 564 and ISE 464.
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ISE 569 - Computer Simulation of Discrete Event Systems (4 credits)
Simulation as modeling tool for discrete-event systems; general principles of simulation; statistical models; input modeling; random variable generation; model building using a commercial simulation language; model verification and validation; determination of run length; output analysis; variance reduction techniques. Design and optimization of production service systems. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ISE 569 and ISE 469. Offered winter.
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ISE 573 - Productivity Analysis and Improvement in Healthcare Systems (4 credits)
Quantitative decision-making methods and cost-benefits models in healthcare systems, forecasting and resource allocation models. Scheduling models including “block scheduling” for OR units and facility layout issues. Process identification, estimation of process capability and discussion of productivity measures. Application of lean principles, methods for variability reduction and supply chain models.
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ISE 574 - Healthcare Informatics (4 credits)
Healthcare informatics: fundamentals of operating systems, programming languages, algorithms, data modeling, and relational databases; specific architectures for administrative and clinical applications, evidence-based medicine, decision support systems, security and confidentiality, bioinformatics, the electronic health record, health information standards, and medical devices; review of current healthcare information systems.
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ISE 580 - E-Commerce and ERP (4 credits)
This course focuses on the evolving technologies on the world wide web that support new models of business. These models include 1) electronic commerce with concerns of fault tolerance, security, and 24x7 availability and 2) ERP with concerns of financial, human resource and manufacturing systems integrating together into inter-company supply chain systems. Credit cannot be received for both ISE 580 and CSE 583. Offered fall.
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ISE 581 - Lean Principles and Application (4 credits)
Prepares students with knowledge and skills related to the understanding of lean theory, rules/principles, concepts, tools and supporting systems based upon interdisciplinary perspectives and instruction. Credit cannot be received for ISE 581 and HRD 620. Offered fall.
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ISE 583 - Production Systems and Workflow Analysis (4 credits)
Design issues to control the flow of material in manufacturing systems from forecast to finished product. Topics include aggregate planning and disaggregation to a master schedule, inventory control, MRP, JIT systems, scheduling and sequencing, project planning and resource balancing, philosophy of lean manufacturing, theory of constraints and supply chain, and facilities planning and layout. Offered fall. Credit cannot be received for both ISE 583 and SYS 583.
Prerequisite(s): Student must have completed a course in probability.
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ISE 585 - Statistical Quality Analysis (4 credits)
Fundamentals of statistical quality control and their use in system design. Control charts for variables, control charts for attributes, cusum charts and other process quality monitoring topics. Sampling inspection plans. Fundamentals of design of experiments and their application to product/process design and improvement. Taguchi’s approach to robust design and related topics. Credit cannot be received for both ISE 585 and SYS 585. Offered winter.
Prerequisite(s): Student must have completed a course in probability.
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ISE 587 - Foundations of Systems Engineering I (4 credits)
Techniques for generation, analysis and verification of traceable product design requirements. System performance and structural modeling using object, behavioral and other models. Techniques for analysis of system for serviceability, reliability, maintainability and testability. System alternative trade-off study techniques. System life cycle and other tools for implementation of systems engineering techniques. Credit cannot be received for both ISE 587 and SYS 587. Offered winter.
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ISE 588 - Foundations of Systems Engineering II (4 credits)
Mathematical underpinnings and theory of “Systemic Requirements” including reliability, use-ability, diagnose-ability, repairability, service-ability, maintain-ability, and recycle-ability. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course (ISE 488). Credit cannot be received for both ISE 588 and ISE 488.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ISE 587 or SYS 587).
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ISE 594 - Independent Study (2 to 4 credits)
Independent study in a special area in industrial and systems engineering. Topic must be approved prior to registration. May be taken more than once. May not exceed a maximum of 8 credits.
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ISE 595 - Special Topics (2 to 4 credits)
Study of special topics in industrial and systems engineering. May be taken more than once. May not exceed a maximum of 8 credits.
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ISE 664 - Advanced Computer-Aided Design (4 credits)
Three-dimensional graphics in computer-aided design systems. Hidden surface elimination, shading, algebraic surface drawing, solid modeling and 3-D animation. Project demonstrates the application of 3-D graphics to the analysis and design of engineering applications.
Prerequisite(s): Student must have completed a course in CAD.
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ISE 680 - Engineering Decision Analysis (4 credits)
Consideration of risk and uncertainty in decision criteria for resource allocation. Mathematical programming in engineering applications for multi-attribute utility analysis. Offered fall.
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ISE 684 - Computer-Integrated Manufacturing Systems (4 credits)
The integration of the computer in the manufacturing process from concept, through engineering design, production planning, materials handling and process quality and inventory management. The course will utilize simulation and laboratory to study parts and information flow in a computer-integrated manufacturing facility with fixed and flexible automation. Offered fall.
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ISE 690 - Graduate Engineering Project (2 to 4 credits)
Independent work on an advanced project in industrial and systems engineering. Topic must be approved prior to registration. May be taken more than once. May not exceed a maximum of 8 credits.
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ISE 691 - Master’s Thesis Research (2 to 8 credits)
Directed research leading to a master’s thesis. Topic must be approved prior to registration. May be taken more than once. May not exceed a maximum of 8 credits
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ISE 794 - Independent Study (2 to 4 credits)
Advanced independent study in a special area in systems engineering. Topic must be approved. May be taken more than once. May not exceed a maximum of 8 credits.
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ISE 795 - Advanced Special Topics (2 to 4 credits)
Advanced study of special topic in industrial and systems engineering. May be taken more than once. May not exceed a maximum of 8 credits.
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Information Systems Leadership |
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ISL 604 - Strategic Positioning of IT and Visioning/Leadership
This course addresses strategic positioning of IT within your organization. Topics include visioning, positioning IT for competitive advantage, motivating employees, dealing with constrained resources, external communication, and networking with multiple stakeholders.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Executive MBA program.
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ISL 606 - IS Strategy and Information Economics
This course reviews the strategy of a network economy. Topics include lock-in, network effects, standards and open systems.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Executive MBA program.
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ISL 618 - IS Strategy and the Future of Work
This course is based on The Future of Work by Thomas Malone. Topics include centralization and decentralization; markets and hierarchies; coordination activities; and knowledge management systems.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Executive MBA program.
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ISL 620 - IS Strategy and Enterprise Architecture
This course addresses the aligning of IT strategy and business strategy. Topics include IT business value, IT infrastructure and architecture as they relate to strategy and IT governance.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Executive MBA program.
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ISL 625 - IT Governance
Making IT a strategic asset is addressed. It governance archetypes for allocating decision rights and mechanisms for implementing IT governance are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Executive MBA program.
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ISL 630 - Global Sourcing Strategies for IT
Factors for consideration in designing sourcing strategies and organizing your IT function to leverage global sourcing models, governance mechanisms to manage global sourcing engagements, and evaluating performance of global delivery engagements are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Executive program.
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ISL 638 - IS Security Fundamentals
Based on Secrets and Lies by Bruce Schneier. Topics include authentication, malware, encryption, human engineering, data management, and network issues.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Executive MBA program.
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ISL 640 - IS Security Management and Cases
This course is based on the OCTAVE methodology, and the OCTAVE principles are applied through cases.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the MBA Executive program.
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ISL 641 - Privacy and IT
Examines fair information principles; historical context for US privacy laws; global privacy issues; surveillance; employee monitoring; medical information and HIPAA.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Executive MBA program.
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ISL 643 - Intellectual Property and IT
Examines the history of IP and IP theory. Topics include the commons and the public domain; counterfeiting; technological control; IP law and productivity.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Executive MBA program.
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ISL 680 - Special Topics in ISL
Examines emerging issues in IS leadership.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Executive MBA program.
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ISL 690 - Independent Study
Independent individual research on a topic chosen by the student. Written approval must be obtained from a faculty member prior to registering for this course. Offered every term.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Executive MBA program and have approval of Director of EMBA program.
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Instructional Systems Technology |
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IST 520 - Topics in Instructional Systems Technology
The content of IST 520 may focus on a range of theoretical or applied topics which are of current interest in instructional systems technology and are not addressed in other IST courses.
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IST 535 - Instructional Systems Technology Applications in Education (2 credits)
This course is designed for students in the MAT elementary certification teacher preparation and induction program. This course meets Michigan Curriculum Guidelines as described in the 7th standard required for initial teaching certification. Emphasis is on the integration of technology in support of elementary and middle school curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): Students must be admitted to the MAT, have the prerequisite skills, or obtain permission of the instructor. If students do not have the prerequisite skills, they must enroll in IST 396.
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IST 590 - Special Problems in Instructional Systems Technology
Course content depends on student and staff needs and interests. Topics may differ each semester. This course may be elected for independent study and may be taken for a maximum of 8 credits.
Prerequisite(s): Student must have permission of the instructor.
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IST 594 - Introduction to Technology Applications in the Classroom (4 credits)
An introduction to the integration of audio, video, computing and telecommunications technologies in classroom teaching. A theoretical and practical foundation for the instructional use of integrated technologies is provided.
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IST 595 - Instructional Systems Technology Applications (4 credits)
A practical examination of the applications software and telecommunications technologies. Emphasis is on using technology to support classroom learning experiences with a focus on assessing, comprehending and communicating information. Students acquire proficiency in the use of these instructional tools.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet the prerequisite (IST 594) or have permission of the instructor.
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IST 630 - Workshop in Educational Software and Related Technologies
Emphasizes the examination of current software and the development of materials, resources and processes for incorporating software into various curriculum areas with an emphasis on cross-curricular, multicultural and whole language issues. Includes workshops in digital literacy, comprehension issues related to hypermedia navigation and other topics.
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IST 670 - Online Learning and Teaching (4 credits)
This course introduces students to theory and practice in online learning, emphasizing practical skills using online (Web-based) course management systems (CMS) such as Moodle, WebCT, and Blackboard. The course adopts a hybrid format with both face-to-face classes that include lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on laboratory assignments and fully-online learning modules. The primary theoretical orientation adopted is social constructivism.
Prerequisite(s): Students must be admitted to a graduate program in the School of Education and Human Services or have instructor permission.
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IST 679 - Software Design (4 credits)
An introduction to software design applied through a variety of integrated technologies. The student will become familiar with the procedures used in the development and evaluation of software based learning environments. The student will apply design skills to the development of a technology supported learning experience.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (IST 595).
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IST 686 - Standards, Assessment and Leadership in IST (4 credits)
A detailed examination of the National Educational Technology Standards for Students and the Michigan Curriculum Framework with a focus on leadership in educational technology and program, teacher and student assessment. Course transitions from face-to-face to online.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (IST 679).
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IST 699 - Terminal Project: Instruction Systems Technology (4 credits)
A project which incorporates the skills and principles covered in IST 594, 595 and 679. Students design, carry out and evaluate a comprehensive technology related learning experience.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (IST 679).
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IST 703 - Advanced Instructional Systems Technology Applications (4 credits)
Extensive application of a variety of technologies in a learning environment. The student’s work in the Teacher Explorer Center will be determined by both the center’s needs and student interest.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program and have completed the prerequisites (IST 594 and IST 595) or have permission of instructor.
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IST 706 - Perspectives in Instructional Systems Technology (4 credits)
Examines topics in Instructional Systems Technology in relation to literacy issues. Research in software design, roles of technology in support of learning, literacy needs of the future, new media authoring and other pertinent topics will be studied.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program or have permission of instructor.
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IST 770 - Video Data Technologies for Educational Research (4 credits)
Recent technology advances have dramatically improved the ease with which video data can be handled and manipulated, resulting in important practical applications in educational research. This course will provide advanced graduate students with knowledge and skills to support the collection, analysis, and interpretation of video data in exploring research questions.
Prerequisite(s): Students must have taken two prior graduate courses in research methodology or have permission of instructor.
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IST 780 - Independent Investigations in Instructional Systems Technology
Students investigate topics under the direction of a faculty member. Student needs determine the topics. Design, methodological, organizational, administrative and theoretical issues in Instructional Systems Technology are encouraged.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program or have permission of the instructor.
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International Baccalaureate |
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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.
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Liberal Studies |
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LBS 500 - Introductory Colloquium (4 credits)
Introduction to liberal studies. Acquaints students with graduate-level skills, methods and materials. Considers problems specific to interdisciplinary study and research, as well as ongoing debates about the nature of the liberal arts.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to MALS program.
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LBS 501 - Seminar in Language and Literature (4 credits)
Seminar organized around a single topic or question from language and literature. Student must be admitted to MALS program.
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LBS 511 - Topics in Language/Literature (4 credits)
A course to be cross listed with a graduate course in language or literature, which includes English, linguistics, modern languages and literatures, rhetoric, communication and journalism. May be repeated for up to 12 credits.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MALS program and prerequisites as specified for cross-listed course.
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LBS 512 - Topics in the Humanities (4 credits)
A course to be cross listed with a graduate course in the humanities, which includes art and art history, history, philosophy, and music, theatre and dance. May be repeated for up to 12 credits.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to MALS program and prerequisites as specified for cross-listed courses.
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LBS 513 - Topics in the Social Sciences (4 credits)
A course to be cross listed with a graduate course in the social sciences, which includes economics, political science, psychology, sociology and anthropology. May be repeated for up to 12 credits.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MALS program and prerequisites as specified for cross-listed course.
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LBS 514 - Topics in the Sciences (4 credits)
A course to be cross listed with a graduate course in the social sciences, which includes biology, chemistry, mathematics and statistics, and physics. May be repeated for up to 12 credits.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MALS program and prerequisites as specified for cross-listed course.
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LBS 600 - Master’s Project (4 credits)
Students are expected to enroll in this course during the semester in which they write their master’s project.
Prerequisite(s): LBS 500; two core seminars; four electives; permission of the program director.
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LIN 501 - Linguistic Structures (4 credits)
An introduction to linguistic analysis and the nature of human language within a modern linguistic framework using data from English and other languages. This course provides an overview of sound, structure, meaning, dialect variation, historical change, and linguistic universals. A grade-point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in undergraduate work is ordinarily the minimum standard for admission to the Master of Arts in linguistics program.
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LIN 502 - Historical Linguistics (4 credits)
Diachronic linguistic analysis: language change, dialect geography, establishment of genealogical relationships, the reconstruction of earlier stages of languages and the relationship of language change to synchronic analysis.
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LIN 503 - Introduction to Phonology (4 credits)
Fundamentals of phonological analysis using data from a variety of languages.
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