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RDG 560 - Emerging Literacy: Early Reading and Writing (2 or 4 credits)
Examines principles, strategies and research related to early literacy development among children from preschool through primary grades. Emphasizes the developmental nature or early learning and literacy.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 561 - Phonics in Proper Perspective (2 or 4 credits)
Addresses the role of phonics in the reading process of emergent and mature readers. Different theoretical views of phonics are examined and compared. Explores phonemic awareness and related concepts. Strategies for teaching phonics are presented. Special emphasis placed on the appropriate uses of phonics in a whole language curriculum.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 563 - The Reading-Writing Connection (2 or 4 credits)
Develops understanding of the nature of the writing and reading processes, the influence of reading on writing, the influence of writing on reading, the uses of literature in the reading-writing connection and the nature of the learner in the reading-writing process.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 564 - Teacher as Researcher: Classroom Inquiry (4 credits)
Focus is on the role of the teacher as researcher exploring problems and/or questions of interest within her classroom and/or school. Students will be exposed to and engaged in qualitative approaches to research and the process of conducting classroom and community-based research.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 565 - Teaching Apprenticeship: Reading and Language Arts (4 credits)
Students work in a mentoring relationship with a faculty member. Specific experiences determined by each student’s interests and needs. Apprentice teachers participate through observation, supervising group activities, counseling and guiding individual students, organizing and presenting lectures and demonstrations.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 566 - ESL: Literacy for Second Language Learners (2 or 4 credits)
Examines significant issues involved in teaching literacy to children and adults who are second language learners of English (ESL: English as a Second Language). Provides background for ESL teachers and suggests methods, practices and procedures for working with ESL learners.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 569 - Literacy Support Teacher Training (2 to 4 credits)
A three-semester (1 academic year), 8-credit sequence to prepare classroom teachers and teachers of small group interventions to implement specialized reading methods with children at risk for reading difficulty. Teachers observe, record, analyze and modify the reading and writing behavior of children and develop understandings of reading acquisition.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be nominated by a participating school district and accepted into the Reading Recovery® program or receive permission from the program director.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 570 - The Author’s and Illustrator’s Art and Craft (4 credits)
Selected author’s and Illustrator’s works are read and criticized in light of psychological, sociological, historical, literary and curricular factors. Examines ways to encourage young people in elementary and secondary schools to read critically and appreciatively a variety of literary works representing multicultural perspectives and works in translation. May be taken two times for a total of no more than 8 credits.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 571 - Foundations of Literature for Children and Young Adults (4 credits)
Presents criteria for selecting and evaluating literature for children and young adults from a historical perspective. Examines important research in the field and ways to incorporate literature, specifically multicultural and international literature, into the curriculum via books, tapes and films.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 572 - Storytelling and Creative Dramatics (4 credits)
Focuses on methods of encouraging children to use imaginative and dramatic skills to interpret literature. Helps teachers use creative drama techniques. Provides opportunities to select, learn and tell stories and lead drama activities, storytelling and creative drama programs.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 573 - Adolescent Literature in Middle Schools, Junior and Senior High Schools (4 credits)
Introduces literature written for and of interest to adolescents. Topics include trends in literature and publishing, methods of presenting books, how to stimulate reluctant readers and the use of trade books, tapes and films in content areas.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 574 - Literature for the Young Child (4 credits)
Emphasizes the careful selection and sensitive use of developmentally appropriate and enriching literature, including multicultural literature, with preschool and early elementary school children.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 575 - Teaching Writing in the Elementary and Secondary Schools (4 credits)
Emphasizes writing and teaching the writing process. Topics include prewriting, drafting, revising, publishing, conferencing,writing workshops, poetry, evaluation, writing across the curriculum, invented spelling, reading-writing connection and issues related to learning to write.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 576 - Poetry: Reading and Writing (2 or 4 credits)
Examines children’s response to poetry, the writing of poetry, approaches writers use in poems and the strategies teachers can use when teaching poetry writing. Emphasis will be on learning how to read and write poetry, professional teaching and assessment.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 577 - Narrative: Reading and Writing (2 or 4 credits)
Examines children’s responses to narrative writing, how they write fiction and the relationship between fiction writing and reading comprehension. Also examines how writers write fiction, how reading fiction improves writing, and methods of assessing responses to narrative writing.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 578 - Non-Fiction: Reading and Writing (2 or 4 credits)
Examines language, cognitive development and non-fiction reading and writing. Students work on their own writing and explore teaching methods and research related to expository writing. Students read non-fiction as models for writing and consider ways to teach non-fiction writing.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 590 - Independent Study: Reading and Language Arts (2 to 8 credits)
Topics differ depending on student interests. Students pursue a topic independently but with instructor guidance. A written proposal is prepared and must be approved by faculty sponsor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 630 - Seminar in Reading (2 or 4 credits)
Analyzes the validity, reliability, methodology, results, conclusions and implications of research and seminal literature in selected areas of reading and language arts.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 631 - Problems in Reading Instruction (2 to 8 credits)
Analyzes diagnostic, methodological, organizational and administrative issues in reading and language arts. Topics vary depending on student and instructor interests.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 632 - Diagnosis of Reading Disabilities (4 credits)
A laboratory course focusing on diagnosis of children’s reading and language arts disabilities. Students develop, administer, interpret and score formal and informal tests, write case reports, and analyze reading and language arts problems. Students must be admitted to the MAT program and must have completed 20-24 program credits in the program. Also, student must meet the prerequisite (RDG 500).
Prerequisite(s): Students must meet the prerequisite and/or have permission of instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 633 - Correction of Reading Disabilities (4 credits)
A laboratory course focusing on instructional strategies for teaching reading and language arts to children with reading difficulties. Students work directly with children. Students plan and conduct developmental, remedial and corrective instruction under supervision of the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): Students must be admitted to the MAT program, meet the prerequisite, (RDG 632), and/or have instructor permission.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 639 - Clinical Issues in Early Literacy Instruction: Reading Recovery (TM) Teacher Leader Training (2 to 12 credits)
A three-semester sequence designed to prepare teachers to implement reading methods for use with young children most at risk for reading difficulty. Teachers observe, record, analyze and modify the reading and writing behavior of children. Teachers develop understandings of the theoretical underpinnings of reading acquisition. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.
Prerequisite(s): Students must be nominated by a participating school district and accepted into the Reading Recovery program, or have permission of the program director.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 639 - Clinical Issues in Early Literacy Instruction: Reading Recovery® Teacher Leader Training (2 to 8 credits)
A three-semester sequence designed to prepare teachers to implement reading methods for use with young children most at risk for reading difficulty. Teachers observe, record, analyze and modify the reading and writing behavior of children. Teachers develop understandings of the theoretical underpinnings of reading acquisition. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.
Prerequisite(s): Students must be nominated by a participating school district and accepted into the Reading Recovery® program, or have permission of the program director.
Corequisite(s): RDG 649
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 649 - Literacy Theories and Research/Reading Recovery Teacher Leader (2 to 8 credits)
A three-semester (over one academic year) sequence in which Reading Recovery® teacher leaders-in-training explore the theoretical foundations underlying various aspects of the reading and writing processes, language, language development, emergent literacy, and theory and research behind literacy difficulties. This course will run concurrently with RDG 639.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be nominated by a participating school district and accepted into the Reading Recovery® program or receive permission from the program director.
Corequisite(s): RDG 639
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 699 - Master’s Practicum (4 credits)
Planning and executing a research study or an educational project focused on reading and the language arts. A written research or project proposal must be prepared and approved by a faculty adviser before work is initiated. Work must be completed at least two weeks before the end of classes in the semester of graduation.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to MAT in Reading and Language Arts.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 703 - Advanced Diagnostic and Corrective Reading (4 credits)
Two-semester course wherein doctoral student serves as an instructional assistant to a faculty member who is teaching the master’s level diagnosis and correction sequence.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program and meet the prerequisites (RDG 632 and RDG 633) or have permission of instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 704 - Perspectives in Literature (4 credits)
Examines perspectives of literature for children and young adults. Research and critical essays on literary theory, the teaching and use of literature in classrooms, and other pertinent topics will be studied.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to Ph.D. program or have permission of instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 705 - Perspectives in Writing (4 credits)
Examines research in writing, composition theory, philosophy of writing, the teaching of composition, relationship of composition and comprehension, and other pertinent topics. Opportunities to write poems, narratives and expository pieces.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to Ph.D. program or have permission of instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 706 - Critical Inquiry in Reading and Language Arts (4 credits)
This course is designed to start with what students “know” and to actively engage them in discussion about what and how they “know.” The course focus will then shift to what and how researchers know through exposure to systematic inquiry, research tools, and research studies.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to Ph.D. program or have permission of instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 707 - Theoretical Models and Historical Perspectives (4 credits)
Examines contemporary models of reading, including automaticity, attention-capacity, interactive-compensatory, psycholinguistic and other prominent models of reading. Traces the history and pertinent influences on the teaching of reading and reading practices from colonial to contemporary times.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to Ph.D. program or have permission of instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 708 - The Psychology of Reading (4 credits)
Explores the acquisition and operation of literacy processes. Focuses on basic research on literacy in cognitive and developmental psychology. Students will gain an understanding of the influences of psychology on reading theory, as well as indepth knowledge of specific topics in the psychology of reading.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to Ph.D. program or have permission of instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 709 - Doctoral Seminar in Reading (4 credits)
Advanced topics in reading and language arts selected by the instructor in consideration of the needs and interests of doctoral students. Research and seminal works are analyzed and interpreted. Research designs, procedures and findings are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to Ph.D. program or have permission of instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 710 - Educational Research in Reading and Language Arts (4 credits)
A survey course in educational research methods and their underlying assumptions and procedures as they apply to Reading and Language Arts. Students will read and learn how to critique discipline specific studies representative of the methodologies addressed in the course.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program or have permission of instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 720 - Qualitative Research Design and Methods in Reading and Language Arts (4 credits)
Students will explore and develop knowledge of qualitative research design from five differing perspectives that include: ethnography, phenomenology, critical theory case studies, life history, and grounded theory. Basic research processes including Oakland University’s Institutional Review Board’s (IRB) application process and examples of external review processes/tools for collecting and analyzing data.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program and meet the prerequisites (RDG 706 and RDG 710) or have permission of the instructor
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 725 - Quantitative Research Design and Methods in Reading and Language Arts (4 credits)
An introductory course in quantitative research design and statistical methods. Topics will include scientific reasoning, research design, descriptive and inferential statistics, measurement concepts and computer analysis. Students will learn to apply appropriate statistical tools to analyze quantitative data to investigate literacy research issues.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program and meet the prerequisites (RDG 706 and RDG 710) or have permission of the instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 730 - Advanced Qualitative Research Design and Methods in Reading and Language Arts (4 credits)
Students will delve more deeply into issues of design, methods, data collection and analysis and credibility issues in different forms of qualitative research. Discourse analysis and designing and undertaking literacy research utilizing mixed methodologies will also be foci of this course.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program and meet the prerequisites (RDG 706, RDG 710, and RDG 720) or have permission of the instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 735 - Advanced Quantitative Research Design and Methods in Reading and Language Arts (4 credits)
Students will delve more deeply into issues of quantitative design choosing appropriate methods, data collection and analysis procedures, and issues of validity and reliability. Multivariate factorial and repeated measures design and analysis will be explored, along with application of mixed methodologies to literacy inquiry.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program and meet the prerequisites (RDG 706, RDG 710, and RDG 725) or have permission of the instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 750 - Research Practicum in Reading and Language Arts (4 credits)
Students will actively participate in a faculty-sponsored research project. Students must also complete an individual pilot study including a manuscript submission and conference presentation. This course fulfills the residency requirements and may be taken at any time during the doctoral program.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program and meet the prerequisites (RDG 706 and RDG 710) or have permission of instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 780 - Independent Investigations in Reading and Language Arts (2 to 8 credits)
Students investigate topics under faculty guidance. Student needs and interests determine topics chosen. Examination of diagnostic, methodological, organizational and administrative issues in reading are encouraged.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program or have permission of the instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 790 - Independent Study (2 to 8 credits)
Directed readings for doctoral students on a topic that is not available through regular course offerings. May be taken for a total of 8 credits.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program or have permission of instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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RDG 799 - Dissertation Research (1 to 8 credits)
Preparation of a research project culminating in the doctoral dissertation.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SCI 511 - Ethics and Practice of Science (2 credits)
Ethical issues related to scientific integrity and the consequences of scientific misconduct. Training on the responsible conduct of research and related compliance issues. Focus on oral and written communication related to publications, grants and professional presentations as well as other career-building skills.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 500 - The Exceptional Student (2 credits)
Introduction to the characteristics, etiologies and instructional and programmatic implications for students with special needs.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 501 - Introduction to the Student with Special Needs (4 credits)
Introduction to special education that presents the characteristics, etiologies and challenges of each of the different clusters of atypical children. Individual differences - interindividual and intraindividual - are stressed. The environment of the learner and curricular and instructional adaptations and accommodations are discussed along with an overview of issues and current research.
Prerequisite(s): Student must have graduate standing or permission of instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 502 - Legal Issues in Special Education (4 credits)
Intensive study of federal legislation and the Michigan Special Education Rules and their implications for educating students with exceptionalities. Evaluation, IEPC’s, related services, free and appropriate education, placement options, adequate referral and evaluation, investigation and due process hearings highlighted.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to program.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 503 - Standards, Practices, and Research in Special Education (4 credits)
Presents a framework for understanding special education history, theory, research, and practice. Includes special education scope and sequence; introduction to service-learning and E-portfolio expectations. Focus on critical thinking; exploration of research; uses of technology; and refinement of professional interactions, including consideration of diversity.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 505 - Community Engagement and Service (1 to 8 credits)
Provides students the opportunity to apply their theoretical understanding of their specific area of study in special education to practical and concrete situations in their communities that affect those with disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (SE 503) or have permission of instructor.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 510 - Students with Behavioral and/or Emotional Impairment (4 credits)
Familiarizes students with definitions, incidence, characteristics, etiology, treatment methods, educational and clinical intervention programs, and outcomes of children and adolescents exhibiting behavioral and emotional disorders.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to program and meet prerequisite (SE 502).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 511 - Practicum: Foundations of Applied Behavior Analysis
Attend 12 hrs. per week (180 hrs. per semester) of practicum experience at approved location (to be announced). Students are required to attend class session one day per week. 1.5 hr. class sessions of group supervision weekly; 1/2 hr. of individual supervision bi-weekly. Must attend individual supervision session at scheduled time.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to program and must meet the prerequisite (SE 570).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 512 - Practicum: Behavioral Assessment
Attend 12 hrs. per week (180 hrs. per semester) of practcum experience in Behavorial Assessment at location TBA. Students are required to attend class session one day per week. 1.5 hr. class sessions of group supervision weekly; 1/2 hr. individual supervision bi-weekly. Must attend individual supervision session at scheduled time.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 570 and SE 511).
Corequisite(s): SE 571
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 513 - Practicum: Treatment Planning
Attend 12 hrs. per week (180 hrs. per semester) of practicum experience in Treatment Planning at location TBA. Students are required to attend class session one day per week. 1.5 hr. class sessions of group supervision weekly; 1/2 hr. individual supervision bi-weekly. Must attend individual supervision session at scheduled time.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 570, SE 511, SE 571, SE 512).
Corequisite(s): SE 572
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 514 - Practicum: Research Methods
Attend 12 hrs. per week (180 hrs. per semester) of practicum experience in Research Methods at location TBA. Students are required to attend class session one day per week. 1.5 hr. class sessions of group supervision weekly; 1/2 hr. individual supervision bi-weekly. Must attend individual supervision session at scheduled time.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 570, SE 511, SE 571, SE 512).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 515 - Practicum: Ethics
Attend 12 hours per week (180 hours per semester) of practicum experience in Ethics at a location that is to be determined. Students are required to attend class session one day per week. One hour class sessions of group supervision weekly; 1/2 hour individual supervision bi-weekly. Must attend individual supervision session at scheduled time.
Prerequisite(s): SE 570, SE 511, SE 571, SE 512, SE 572, and SE 513
Corequisite(s): SE 574
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 517 - Language and Exceptional Children and Youth (4 credits)
Research in the area of language disabilities is covered, with emphasis on assessment and intervention strategies. Both oral and written language are considered, preschool through adult.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to program and must meet prerequisite (SE 502).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 518 - Organization and Management of Instructional Behaviors and Environments (4 credits)
Covers behavioral organization and management techniques; including classroom structure, applied behavior analysis, scheduling and evaluation. Other topics will include education strategies for effective teaching, self-management, issues of diversity and behavior, and management of problem behaviors.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 520 - Educational Procedures for Students with Emotional Impairment (4 credits)
Presents the implementation of effective strategies for academic instruction and classroom management for youth classified with emotional impairment. Various service delivery models, home/community collaborative practices, medication/clinical treatments, prevocational issues, and design and implementation of individual education plans will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to program and must meet prerequisites (SE 502, SE 510 and SE 518).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 521 - Serving Students with Special Needs in General Education Classroom
Assists regular classroom teachers to better serve children with mild to moderate learning and behavioral problems. Identifying needs through informal assessment, modifying instructional techniques and materials, and documenting and evaluating progress are emphasized in the context of cooperative teaching, response to intervention and inclusion.
Prerequisite(s): Student must have graduate standing.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 523 - Educational Procedures for Students with Specific Learning Disability (4 credits)
Addresses the seven legally defined areas of learning disability in terms of informal assessment, appropriate instructional materials and curricular modification. Remedial techniques and their application are reviewed, with attention to evidence based practice.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 524 - Assessment in Special Education (4 credits)
Provides an overview of the assessment process, including legal, ethical and diversity issues, in school and clinical settings. Students are introduced to a variety of procedures and instruments, role responsibilities, and relevant resources. Students administer, score and interpret information from selected norm-referenced achievement measures.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the program and must meet prerequisites (16 credits in the program).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 526 - Assessments for Interventions Across the Lifespan (2 credits)
Presents a framework for understanding and practicing assessment for intervention through the lifespan for individuals with ASD. The focus will be on assessment for intervention, behavior, skills, motivation, and quality of life. There will be an emphasis on hands-on assessment.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Master of Education in Special Education degree program.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 527 - Educational Procedures for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (3 credits)
Evaluation and instruction of students with autism spectrum disorder. Relates informal assessment to instructional planning in the cognitive, motor, and affective domains throughout the life span. Prevocational and vocational planning along with transitional issues and recreational/life skill needs are covered.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 559 or SE 550).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 532 - Introduction to Specific Learning Disability (4 credits)
Provides an introduction to students with a specific learning disability, including history, characteristics, theoretical approaches, and educational implications. The eight legally denied areas of learning disability in terms of characteristics, use of appropriate instructional materials, curricular modifications, and learning strategies addressed.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 533 - Advanced Educational Procedures for Students with a Specific Learning Disability (4 credits)
Focuses on informal assessment, curricular planning and instructional implementation for students with a specific learning disability. Evidenced-based practices, current teaching strategies and technological resources examined.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 549 - Development of the Young Exceptional Child (4 credits)
Overview of child development research applied to exceptional children in early childhood settings. Views the child from a developmental perspective and includes, along with study of normal behaviors in all preprimary children, curriculum strategies for mainstreamed and special education settings.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 550 - Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder (3 credits)
Covers definitions, characteristics and etiologies of autism spectrum disorder, including Asperger’s, throughout the life span. An overview of instructional methodologies, legal issues and collaboration with families and other professionals is provided.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 551 - Autism Spectrum Disorder: Communication and Language (3 credits)
Provides an overview of communication, normal and atypical language development, and difficulties associated with autism spectrum disorder.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 559 or SE 550).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 552 - Behavioral Issues in Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (3 credits)
Background in behavioral principles, purposes of behavior and historical treatments, along with interventions appropriate for students with autism spectrum disorders addressed.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 559 or SE 550).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 553 - Autism Spectrum Disorder: Assessment and Intervention (3 credits)
Informal assessment and instructional techniques representing researched “best practice” for students with autism spectrum disorders are addressed.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 559 or SE 550).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 554 - Collaboration and Consultation (3 credits)
Designed to develop collaboration and consultation skills of special education professionals. Includes home-school interactions, family and community support services and resources.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 550 or SE 559).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 559 - Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder (3 credits)
Characteristics and etiologies of autism spectrum disorders, including Aspergers, throughout the life span. An overview of instructional methodologies, legal issues and collaboration with families and other professionals are introduced.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 570 - Foundations of Applied Behavior Analysis (4 credits)
Course focuses on the principles and concepts of applied behavior analysis (ABA), historical perspective of ABA, fundamental vocabulary, philosophy, and methodology of the science of behavior management. Additional topics include the basics of defining behaviors, data collection, and the use of ABA with various populations.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to program.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 571 - Behavioral Assessment (4 credits)
Course provides an overview of assessment techniques used in behavioral intervention planning. Specific topics include the history and present use of functional assessments, completion of the functional assessment interview, descriptive and functional analysis, data collection and interpretation, preference assessment, and the interpretation of evaluation tools for various populations.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 572 - Treatment Planning (4 credits)
Techniques used in behavioral intervention planning, data collection, interpretation of assessments, development of goals and objectives, overview and application of treatment interventions, management, supervision, and team planning. Assignments include literature research and paper presentations, participation in discussions, and implementation of behavioral assessment principles.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 570 and SE 571).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 573 - Research Methods (3 credits)
Course includes an overview of research method techniques, theoretical foundations of empirical research, principles of the scientific method, experimental designs, analyses of research designs, research protocol, and formation of research hypothesis. The majority of the course will be devoted to methods related to single-case research (i.e., data collection, logic, designs).
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 570 and SE 571).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 574 - Ethics (3 credits)
Techniques of behavioral intervention planning; overview of the responsibility, values, ethics, and principles of the field of behavior analysis. Assignments include literature research, paper presentations, participation in well-informed discussions, and application of principles are the primary teaching methods that are utilized throughout this course.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (SE 570).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 578 - Communication and Language Issues in Autism Spectrum Disorder (3 credits)
Provides an overview of communication, typical and atypical language development across the life span, along with specific issues in individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Interventions for the development of language and communication are covered.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 550 or SE 559).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 579 - Behavioral and Social Issues in Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (3 credits)
Overview of behavioral principles, legal and theoretical issues, purposes of behavior and interventions with students with autism spectrum disorder. Emphasis on behavior as communication and constructive behavior plans.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 550 or SE 559).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 590 - Selected Topics in Special Education
Special issues related to contemporary practice in special education. May be elected as an independent study, but student must have permission of instructor for this option.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 591 - Practicum: Autism Spectrum Disorder K-12
Final experience required for K-12 endorsement in Autistically Impaired. Instructional experiences with students with autism required. The specific nature of the experience will be individually determined at the time of the practicum. (Formerly SE 584/SE585). Application must be made prior to the semester intended for practicum completion.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 550 or SE 559), (SE 551 or SE 578), (SE 552 or SE 579), (SE 553 or SE 527), and (SE 554 or SE 596).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 592 - Practicum: Specific Learning Disability K-12
Final experience required for K-12 endorsement in the area of Learning Disabilities. Instruction and assessment experiences with students with learning disabilities required. Application must be made by deadlines established by the department.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 518, SE 517, SE 502, RDG 510, EST 532, SE 524 or SE 624, and SE 523).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 594 - Practicum: Emotional Impairment K-12
Final experience required for K-12 endorsement in the area of emotional impairments. Instructional and assessment experiences with students with emotional impairment. Application must be made prior to the semester intended for practicum completion.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 502, SE 518, SE 517, SE 510, SE 520, SE 620, SE 524).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 596 - Collaboration and Consultation: Autism Spectrum Disorder (3 credits)
Designed to develop collaboration and consultation skills of special education professionals. Includes home- school interactions, family and community support services. Emphasis is on autism spectrum disorder.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 559 or SE 550).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 599 - Independent Study (1 to 8 credits)
Students conduct an in-depth study of one or more topics in special education under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the master’s program.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 600 - Quality of Life (4 credits)
Presents an overview of the concept of quality of life (QoL) and includes strategies for promoting a life of quality for individuals living with ASD. Reviews the desired Personal Outcomes for adolescents/adults with ASD that result in an improved Quality of Life.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 601 - Issues and Trends in Special Education (4 credits)
Study of current major issues in special education. Emphasis is placed on the historical, political, empirical, societal, and educational perspectives of the current/controversial issues in the field. Issues will span the K-12 continuum
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 616 - Consultation Skills for Special Educators (4 credits)
Designed to develop the consultation skills used by special education teachers with members of allied professions and classroom teachers concerning evaluation, remediation and program planning for students with exceptionalities to translate consultations into educational programs.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to M.Ed. or have instructor permission.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 619 - Theory, Research and Practice in Special Education (4 credits)
Introduces students to the theoretical and empirical foundations of the field of special education and its research methodologies. They will examine elements of experimental and non-experimental research designs with a focus on action research.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 620 - Advanced Interventions and Resources for Students with Emotional Impairment (4 credits)
Focuses on the implementation of advanced methodologies and resources available for intervention with students with emotional impairment. These practices involve non-school related resources, including but not limited to hospitals, community agencies, centers for adjudicated youth, courts and support groups. The effects of medication within the school setting will be discussed, as well as crisis interventions, brief therapy and physical management. Various service delivery models that focus on home/community collaborative and consultative practices will be demonstrated.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 624 - Advanced Diagnostics (4 credits)
Assumes that students have basic understanding of measurement concepts, have some familiarity with special education assessment in the school setting, and are competent in the administration of at least one norm-referenced achievement measure. Students have the opportunity to explore new instruments and procedures while conducting a comprehensive educational/behavioral assessment with special needs students. Integration of assessment information is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (SE 524 or instructor permission).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 628 - Advanced Practicum in Special Education (4 credits)
Geared to the education, background and training of the student; designed to provide in-depth experience other than at a classroom level.
Prerequisite(s): Student must have instructor permission.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 640 - The Lives of Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (4 credits)
Overview of the lives of adolescents and adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), including emotional and physical development; gender identity; self-concept; behavioral, social and communicative challenges; transitions to adulthood; employment post-secondary and residential options. Also addresses desired personal outcomes that result in an improved quality of life.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet the prerequisites (SE 559 and SE 550) or have department permission.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 641 - Counseling Issues for Special Needs (4 credits)
The many sociocultural, familial, and personal influences that affect a person with disability are addressed. The course provides the student with a variety of opportunities to explore his/her own attitudes and beliefs about a person with disabilities.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 643 - Human Motivation in Organizations (4 credits)
This course provides the principles of applied behavior analysis to professional organizations. The perspective, historical background, methodology and theoretical framework for human behavior in organizations are studied. Provides an understanding of how organizations can manage more effectively while enhancing the quality of employees work life.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Master of Education in Special Education degree program.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 644 - Employment Residential Living ASD (2 or 4 credits)
Provides an in-depth understanding of the concepts related to positive transition to employment and residential living for adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder. Focus on community-based vocational training, vocational education systems, residential options, person-centered planning, and impact on families.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 699 - Final Project in Special Education
Planning and execution of significant research or project. The result should be suitable for conference presentation and/or journal submission.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (SE 524) or have instructor permission.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 750 - Independent Study in Special Education (2 to 6 credits)
Students conduct an in-depth study on a topic in special education with supervision by a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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SE 861 - Special Education: Early Childhood Seminar (4 credits)
A study of developmental delays, at-risk children and the effects of handicapping conditions. Emphasis is on ecological and curricular modifications required to promote cognitive, language, motor, personal and social development based on children’s individual needs. Family-centered intervention models are stressed.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Ph.D. program or have instructor permission.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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STA 501 - Statistical Methods in Research and Production (4 credits)
Descriptive statistics - graphical and quantitative, confidence limits and statistical tests, sample size requirements, linear regression and correlation, multiple and curvilinear regression, count data and contingency tables, control charts, sampling and specifications. This course does not count toward the M.S. in Applied Statistics.
Prerequisite(s): Required background: A first course in calculus.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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STA 502 - Applied Linear Models I (4 credits)
Review of basic results from probability and statistics, linear regression, model testing and transformations, matrix methods in multiple regression, polynomial regression, indicator variables, basics of experimental design, one-way ANOVA with fixed and random effects, multiple comparisons, randomized blocks.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (STA 501). Required background: a first course in statistics.
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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STA 503 - Applied Linear Models II (4 credits)
Multi-way ANOVA, randomized block and Latin square designs, incomplete blocks, factorial and fractional factorial designs, random and mixed-effects models, response surface methods, introduction to generalized linear models.
Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (STA 502).
Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.
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