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Computer Science |
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CS 380 - Advanced Special Topics (1-3) A study of advanced specialized topics in computer science. Course may be repeated for up to 20 credit hours towards the degree. May not meet requirements for Computer Science or Software Engineering Majors. Prerequisites will vary.
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CS 480 - Special Topics (3) A study of specialized topics in computer science. May not meet requirements for Computer Science or Software Engineering majors. FA, SP, SU.
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CS 485 - Practicum (3) Participatory computer experience working in a department or office on campus. The placement will be selected with the Computer Science faculty approval, based on campus need and availability. Prerequisites: CS 222 and Junior standing. FA, SP.
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CS 490 - Directed Study (1-3) In-depth study of an approved topic not covered in other computer science courses. Course may be repeated for up to 12 credit hours towards the degree. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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CS 495 - Internship (3) Participatory computer experience working for a company or non-profit organization. The choice of organization and type of work is to be determined by the student but must be approved in advance by a Computer Science faculty member who will coordinate the student’s placement. Prerequisites: CS 222 , MA 120 or MA 125 , and Senior standing. 2015 CORE: Community Engagement. FA, SP.
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CS 499 - Computer Science Capstone (3) Provides opportunity for students to integrate learning from throughout their Computer Science coursework. Students will do major projects requiring mastery of complex computer science skills and concepts and do literature reviews from computer science scholarly literature. Meets the Capstone requirement in the major. Prerequisites: CS 222 , MA 120 or MA 125 , and Senior standing. FA, SP.
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Criminology and Justice Studies |
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CR 230 - Social Statistics (3) An introductory course in applied statistical techniques used in the social and behavioral sciences. Topics include descriptive statistics such as measures of central tendency and measures of dispersion. Special attention will be given to a systematic discussion of some widely-used inferential statistics such as Chi-square, analysis of variance, and regression. Statistical analysis will be used throughout the course. Prerequisites: Liberal Arts, Mathematics. FA, SP.
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CR 262 - Criminal Justice (3) This purpose of this course is to provide students with an overview of American criminal justice system. Students majoring in criminal justice will be given a broad foundation of the knowledge needed to pursue advanced classes in the discipline. The criminal just system affects all citizens; therefore, for students not majoring in criminal justice, this course will increase general understanding of the criminal just system and institutions of justice. Topics to be covered include the history of the criminal justice system, policing, corrections, the legal system, and juvenile justice. Students are expected to develop an understanding of how the criminal justice system is intended to work versus how it works in reality. FA.
MOTR CRJS 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
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CR 264 - Introduction to Criminology (3) The purpose of this course is to provide students with an overview of theories of criminology. Students will be given a broad foundation of the knowledge needed to pursue advanced courses in Criminology and Justice Studies, along with an increased general understanding of criminological theory and its historical development. 2020 Core: Liberal Arts, Social Sciences. SP.
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CR 350 - Juvenile Delinquency (3) The course examines the phenomenon of juvenile delinquency. It critically examines the categorization of juveniles as a common class of individuals and the causes and controls of juvenile delinquency. Relevant theories and empirical findings are brought to bear to provide a deep understanding of juvenile delinquency as an empirical phenomenon. Prerequisites: SO 260 /CR 260 or CR 360 . Offered as needed.
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CR 352 - White-Collar Crime (3) The concept of white-collar crime is an umbrella term that encompasses a wide array of phenomena, including occupational crime, organizational crime, governmental/state crime, political crime, state-corporate crime, and numerous other crimes of “trust.” This course will survey the numerous forms of white-collar crime, theories intended to explain it, and challenges faced trying to control it.
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CR 354 - Victimology (3) This course will examine research, theory, history, legislation, and current trends in various forms of victimization while discussing victim characteristics, victim-offender relationships, and victim interaction with the criminal justice system. SP, even years.
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CR 360 - Criminological Theory (3) This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of criminological theory. The topics covered include distinctions between scientific and nonscientific explanations of crime, criminological schools of thought, and emerging trends in criminological theory. Prerequisite: SO 101 . SP, even years.
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CR 362 - Corrections (3) Study of correctional institutions as well as community-based corrections including probation, parole, and intermediate sanctions. SP, odd years.
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CR 364 - The Police (3) This course examines the actors and organizations formally charged with the enforcement of laws. The course explores the evolution and organization of formal agencies of social control, the nature of actors responsible for enforcing laws, and the relationship between the police as an institution and society at large. Prerequisite: CR 262 . FA, even years.
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CR 366 - Law & Society (3) This course examines law as a fundamental social institution. Attention is given to how legal systems emerge, operate, and change within the context of a larger society. Particular emphasis is placed on understanding the theoretical perspectives that explain law as a social phenomenon. SP, odd years.
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CR 368 - Courts & Law (3) This course examines the American legal system, specifically exploring organization of the court system and judicial processing of criminal offenders. Other concepts will include standards of proof, due process, Constitutional safeguards for offenders, and court actors involved throughout the process. FA, odd years.
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CR 369 - Topics in Criminology & Justice Studies (1-12) Seminar on topics of current interest in deviance. Some selected topics include: victimization, violence, gangs, corrections and social control, alcohol and drug abuse, and crime and aging. Course may be repeated for up to 12 credit hours towards the degree. FA or SP.
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CR 370 - Forensic Science (3) This course focuses on the use of physical and biological evidence for legal proceedings. The course will explore methods by which forensic scientists search for, collect, and analyze evidence from crime scenes. Topics include the history of forensic science and methods of collection along with preservation and analysis of various types of evidence. SP, even years.
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CR 390 - Directed Research (1-6) Opportunity for the criminology and justice studies or sociology minor to explore a topic in depth under the supervision of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, not to exceed course maximum credit of 6 credit hours. Prerequisites: SO 101 and 9 additional hours of sociology.
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CR 397 - Research Methods (3) Introduction to methodology and techniques; formulation of research problems; study design; hypotheses; sampling; measurement; questionnaire construction; interviewing and data collection; processing and tabulation; analysis and interpretation; presentation of findings. FA, odd years.
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CR 420 - The Chicago School (3) The origin of American criminology lies within the pioneering sociological work that took place at the University of Chicago during the early twentieth century. This course will examine efforts by early sociologists at the University of Chicago to explain social change and social organization, as well as how the theories and methods generated from these efforts served as the foundation for the development of American criminology. Prerequisite: SO 101 .
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CR 430 - Criminal Spaces (3) This course provides an overview of the different ways in which different spaces relate to crime. The course covers approaches to the study of crime, primarily in relation to physical spaces and communities, as well as how the emergence of digital spaces creates unique spatial dynamics associated with criminal behavior. Prerequisite: SO 101 .
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CR 440 - Gender & Crime (3) This course investigates definitions of gender, gender roles, and how gender effects offending, victimization, and criminal justice processing. The course also examines the influence of gender on working as a criminal justice professional. Criminological theories are evaluated in light of gender and the relationship between gender and the criminal justice system. Prerequisites: SO 101 and CR 264 . FA, even years.
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CR 450 - Social Diversity & Criminal Justice (3) This course will explore the effects of race, gender, and class on individuals within the criminal justice system. Students will critically examine how these individual differences may alter individual experiences, both as a criminal justice employee and as a victim or offender, providing students with a deeper understanding of intersectional issues. Prerequisites: SO 101 & CR 264 . FA, odd years.
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CR 495 - Internship (3-6) Internship in a community setting where students apply their research and theoretical training. All students taking the course will be required to meet with the criminology faculty 3-4 times during the semester. Course may be repeated for up to 6 credit hours towards the degree. Meets the Capstone requirement for Criminology & Justice Studies majors. FA, SP.
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CR 499 - Independent Research (1-6) Student will use their knowledge of criminological or sociological theory, methods, and statistical analysis to implement a research project. Students will engage in all steps of the research process, including the writing of a research paper that is appropriate for publication in a professional sociology journal. Course may be repeated for up to 6 credit hours towards the degree. Prerequisites: SO 230 and CR 397 .
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Cybersecurity |
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CY 301 - Intro to Cybersecurity (3) Introduces students to the fields of cyber-crime and security. Covers issues associated with different types of threats, attacks, and methods employed against these threats and attacks. Practical cryptography, securities of operating systems, computer networks, database systems, and other types of computer systems will also be introduced. Prerequisite or Corequisite: CS 120 . FA.
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CY 305 - Network Security (3) Explores the basics of network security in depth. Includes security objectives, security architecture, security models and security layers. Discusses risk management, network security policy, and security training. Explores the various techniques for network forensic and offensive cyber defense. Discusses the give security keys: confidentiality, integrity, availability, accountability and audit ability. Prerequisite: CS 321 . FA.
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CY 310 - Ethical Hacking (3) Emphasizes the human aspects in cybersecurity. Topics include ethics, relevant laws, regulations, policies, standards, psychology, and hacker culture. The focus is on the human element and the motivations for cyber-crimes. Analysis covers techniques to prevent intrusions and attacks that threaten organizational data. Prerequisites: CS 222 and CY 301 . SP.
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CY 320 - Wireless & Mobile Security (3) This course addresses threats to mobile devices, networks and services delivered over the mobile infrastructure. This course provides an introduction to mobile security and explore the unique challenges facing mobile security compared to computer network security. We will provide a good overview of the security principles of mobile networks such as GSM, UMTS, and LTE (4G). We also cover the security models of the two mobile device platforms: IOS and Android. This course also covers the security of mobile services, such as VoIP and WAP. Prerequisite: CY 305 . SP.
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CY 330 - Firewalls & E-Commerce Security (3) Provides an in-depth exploration of firewall, Web security and e-commerce security. Explores firewall concepts, types, topology and the firewall’s relationship to the TCP/IP protocol. Explores client/server architecture, the Web server, HTML and HTTP in relation to Web Security. Discusses digital certification, X.509, and public key infrastructure (PKI). Prerequisite: CS 321 . FA.
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CY 340 - Principles of Cryptography (3) Introduces the fundamentals of cryptography including the concept of obscuring functions, cryptographic techniques, types of ciphers, proper use of cyphers, ethical uses of cryptography and decryption practices. Topics also include randomness, polymorphism and current trends in cryptography. Prerequisites: CS 222 , (MA 120 or MA 125 ), and MA 230 . FA.
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CY 350 - Compliance & Evidence (3) Examines the role of compliance with regulatory requirements with regard to data security and the process of collecting and presenting evidence of a security breach. Legal variations by state and country will be studied to help ensure that companies remain compliant with customer data being available worldwide. Prerequisite: CY 301 . FA.
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CY 360 - Digital Forensics & Analysis (4) Presents the technical and legal issues facing computer crime investigators and digital forensic examiners. Students will learn effective and appropriate forensic response strategies to support cyber-crime investigative efforts. The focus is on acquiring the skills needed to identify and collect potential digital evidence, to analyze that evidence using chain of custody and to report forensic findings. Prerequisite: CS 222 . SP.
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CY 370 - Cloud Computing & Virtual Systems (3) Cloud computing provides a service that is cost effective, productive, high-speed, scalable and secure. We will examine the more popular services such as Amazon’s AWS, Google’s Cloud Services and IBM’s Cloud Services and see how these can be leveraged to provide scalable functionality, but also the threats that they face. Prerequisite: CS 321 . FA.
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Dance |
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DA 110 - Basic Tap (2) Learn the basics of tap terminology and steps and apply them to the art of performance.
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DA 111 - Jazz Technique I (2) Introduction to rhythmic awareness, movement coordination, and jazz styles through performance of dance combinations.
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DA 112 - Modern Dance Technique I (2) Introduces the expressive potential of dance through modern dance technique. Emphasis on flexibility, strength, and alignment practiced through standing and floor exercises. Movement improvisation explores qualities of motion.
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DA 114 - Ballet (2) Emphasizes discipline, coordination, and developing practical performing skills in classical ballet technique. Includes barre and floor combinations.
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DA 311 - Jazz Technique II (2) Advanced study of jazz dance with emphasis on technique, flexibility, balance, control, and retaining long combinations in a variety of jazz styles.
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DA 312 - Modern Dance Technique II (2) Continued study of modern dance at an advanced level. Emphasis on release techniques, rhythmic precision, and spatial principles through extended combinations and movement improvisations.
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DA 314 - Dance & Culture (2) This course examines theatrical forms of dance in historical and cultural contexts. Through readings, lecture, videotaped performance, and studio experiences, this course focuses on the conceptual components of dance while exploring various dance styles: folk and ethnic dances of Europe, Near and Far East, Africa, and the Americas as they relate to concert dance.
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DA 360 - Choreography (3) Exploration of the choreographic processes. Focus on seed phrases to create solo material, introduction of musically derived choreographic forms, and work with compositional elements of space, time, and energy.
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Economics |
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EC 201 - Principles of Economics (3) An introduction to thinking like an economist and the fundamental microeconomic and macroeconomic concepts which provide the background for economic analysis. Economic concepts include decision making, tradeoffs, scarcity, and economic systems. Microeconomic concepts examine the behavior of households, firms, and government in a supply and demand framework of a market-based economy. Macroeconomic concepts include GDP, unemployment, inflation, economic growth, Aggregate Demand & Aggregate Supply, and the basics of monetary policy and fiscal policy. 2020 CORE: Liberal Arts, Social Sciences. FA.
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EC 202 - Principles of Microeconomics (3) An introductory survey of economic principles relating to individual and firm choice within a market based economy. Topics include specialization, an overview of economic systems, a focus on supply and demand, an introduction to price determination and resource allocation, international trade, market failure and government corrective policies, firm market structure, cost and production, and labor markets. Prerequisite: MA 117 or higher. 2015 CORE: Exploration of Nature, Acquire. 2020 Core: Liberal Arts, Social Sciences. FA, SP.
MOTR ECON 102 - Introduction to Microeconomics
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EC 203 - Principles of Macroeconomics (3) An introductory survey of economic principles relating to the economy as a whole. Topics include national income determination, inflation, unemployment, fiscal and monetary policy, the banking system, international trade, and foreign exchange rate markets. The role of government in a market economy and interconnectedness of policies around the globe are considered. Prerequisites: MA 117 or higher and either EC 201 or EC 202 . 2015 CORE: Social Justice & Civic Life. Acquire. FA, SP.
MOTR ECON 101 - Introduction to Macroeconomics
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EC 240 - Statistical Analysis (3) Introduction to basic statistical techniques for students in business and economics. Prerequisite: MA 117 or higher. FA, SP.
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EC 241 - Quantitative Analysis (3) An introduction to quantitative analysis techniques needed to apply models to actual situations in business and economics. Prerequisites: EC 240 . FA, SP.
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EC 311 - Intermediate Macroeconomics (3) Expansion of principles of macroeconomic concepts, theories, and models. Prerequisite: EC 202 and EC 203 .
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EC 312 - Intermediate Microeconomics (3) Expansion of principles of microeconomic concepts, theories, and models. Prerequisites: EC 202 and EC 240 . SP, odd years.
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EC 340 - Statistical Analysis II: Regression (3) Regression analysis examines the use of both single and multiple variables in establishing causality. Answering a question of causality with regression permits the student to determine how well the regression model answers that question. Students will develop testable hypotheses that form the question to be asked. The course will also prepare the student to do basic forecasting. Prerequisite: EC 240 . FA, odd years.
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EC 361 - Money & Banking (3) Investigation of the money, credit, and banking structure and money’s influence on the national economy and foreign exchange. Prerequisites: EC 202 and EC 203 .
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EC 380 - Special Topics (1-3) Selected topics to be determined at the discretion of the department. Course may be repeated for up to 12 credit hours towards the degree.
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EC 382 - International Economics (3) An introduction to the theory, structure, and policies of international trade and international financial institutions. Prerequisites: EC 202 and EC 203 . Every third semester.
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EC 490 - Directed Studies in Economics (1-6) Study of an approved topic not parallel with the content of another course. Course may be repeated for up to 12 credit hours towards the degree.
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EC 499 - Economics Seminar (1-3) Study of contemporary economic issues. Course may be repeated for up to 3 credit hours towards the degree. Prerequisite: Senior standing.
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Education |
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ED 101 - Strategies for Academic Success (3) This course focuses on college study strategies including time management, goal setting and memory encoding and retrieval techniques. Additionally, information on critical thinking skills and the application of these skills in learning from lectures, reading, writing, class discussion, and synthesis activities. Advisor approval required for students with junior/senior status. FA, SP.
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ED 102 - Prior Learning Assessment (3) Experiential learning theory is introduced and applied to adult learning experiences. Students identify experiences and document learning through a prior learning narrative. The writing component improves student understanding and application of the stages of the writing process. FA, SP.
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ED 105 - Intro to Education & Teaching Profession (3) Serves as an introductory course in education for high school students participating in Avila University’s Grow Your Own partnership program. Students will explore topics such as the teaching profession, best practices and teaching effectiveness, foundations of education, and the future of education. FA.
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ED 185 - Practicum (2-3) This course provides education students the opportunity to explore the teaching field. The course requires a 40-hour initial field-based experience in a TEXT mentor’s K-12 classroom. Candidates will also meet on-campus. Topics discussed are program policy, fundamental expectations of teaching, and reflective writing. This course is an important part of the Advancement to Teacher Candidacy process. Fee required. Part of the fee is non-refundable due to the required background check clearance. This course is a 16-week course that may be broken out into 2 8-week sessions indicated by Part A and B. If a student fails any one part of the course, both parts must be retaken. FA, SP.
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ED 206 - Creative Activities & Physical Movement (3) The course gives the preparing teacher knowledge to understand the importance of the arts and physical education as well as strategies and skills to help children express themselves in a variety of creative ways using art, music, drama, and physical movement. Activities are presented and practiced to enrich and enhance teaching of academic subjects through these modalities. 2015 CORE: Creativity & Culture, Transform. SP, SU even years.
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ED 207 - Geometry for Elementary & Middle School Teachers (3) A conceptual and developmental approach to teaching non-metric geometry, including classification of shapes, measurement of lengths and angles, geometric transformations, symmetry, congruent and similar figures. These topics are treated with attention to the pedagogical and content needs of elementary and middle school students and teachers. Prerequisite: Liberal Arts Mathematics course with a grade of “C” or better. FA.
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ED 213 - Test Prep for Educators (1) This course provides students with resources and strategies to successfully prepare for the suite of state required exams for teacher certification. Participants will take a deeper look at the Missouri General Education Assessment (MoGEA) and Missouri Content Assessments (MoCA) to develop a personalized preparation strategy, after taking a practice exam. Topics will include resources for content review, overcoming test anxiety, and strategies for approaching standardized test questions. May be repeated up to 3 credit hours towards the degree. FA, SP.
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ED 229 - Developmental & Educational Psychology (3) Exploration of theories of learning; motivation; cognitive, moral, and psychological development. Theories are related to classroom instruction and management. At-risk students are also discussed. FA.
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ED 230 - Children’s Literature (3) Extensive reading of children’s literature, criteria for selection and evaluation of books, and the relation of literature to a reading program. Integration of children’ literature across the curriculum will also be a focus. Strategies for reader-response are included. Field-based assignment required. FA, SU, even years.
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ED 235 - Psychology of the Exceptional Child (3) Designed to provide an introduction to the various areas of exceptionality from the 14 categories of disabilities in special education (such as intellectual disability, learning disability, and emotional disturbance). We will explore the history and law of special education. Educational needs and characteristics of exceptional children will be explored. Additionally, teaching methods and support for parents will also be discussed. 2015 CORE: Social Justice & Civic Life, Transform. SP.
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ED 245 - Tests & Measurements (3) A study of the role of evaluation in the instructional process, standards-based information and assessment, and basic statistical concepts and common terminology related to educational measurement. Practice in developing classroom tests, preparation of outcomes, and the study of performance-based assessment are provided as well as information regarding commonly used formal tests in school districts. SP.
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ED 287 - Multicultural Foundations of Education (3) An examination of education including philosophical, historical and social foundations, teaching as a profession, diversity issues in education, critical questions, English language learning as it relates to content planning and delivery, and other innovations. All levels of schooling are explored including elementary, middle school, and secondary education. 2015 CORE: Global Studies. FA.
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ED 308 - Math Methods for Elementary Teachers (3) Focuses on teaching mathematics with a developmental and conceptual approach. Concepts taught relate to the process of teaching number and operations with teaching methods appropriate to the needs of elementary school children. Field-based assignment required. Prerequisite: Liberal Arts, Mathematics with a grade of “C” or better. Prerequisite or Corequisite: ED 315 . SP.
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ED 309 - Teaching Physical Education (3) This course is designed to provide the physical education teacher with the necessary knowledge, skills, and experiences for successful teaching in physical education. It will help the physical education teacher-in-training understand the importance of quality physical education and how to integrate the spectrum of methods used to teach physical education in grades K-12. Topics will include classroom management, physical education standards and curriculum, diverse learners and needs in the physical education classroom, and best practices to become critical thinkers, creative planners, and effective practitioners in the area of physical education. SP, even years.
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ED 315 - General Methods & Differentiated Learning (3) This course addresses theories and principles of pedagogy; developing and writing instructional objectives in three instructional domains; and lesson plan design. Selection and application of appropriate procedures, methods, strategies, and techniques will be studied along with classroom management structures. Types of assessment, student data collection, and data-based decision making will also be a focus. Credit for taking this course at another institution is not accepted. Observations required. Prerequisite: ED 185 . FA, SP.
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ED 320 - Technology in Education (3) The focus of this course is understanding how the use of technology changes teaching and learning in ways that better support the acquisition of higher-order thinking, personalized learning, and levering technology to gather and analyze formative and summative assessment data to make instructional decisions. This course will introduce students to the following national standards and models that historically have driven instructional technology trends and best practices: ISTE Standards for Students and Educators, SAMR, and the four questions that drive Professional Learning Communities (PLC). Students will present their understanding to demonstrate how using these standards and models facilitate collaboration, encourage communication, strengthen problem-solving skills, and encourage reflection of learning for teachers and students. Meets the computer competency for the major. Prerequisite or Corequisite: ED 315 . FA, SP.
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ED 326 - Coordination of Cooperative Education (3) This course focuses on the establishment and oversight of cooperative education programs. Emphasis is placed on occupational preparation and the importance of building partnerships and rapport with members of the business community. SP, intermittently.
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ED 328 - Adaptive Physical Education (3) This course is designed to provide the physical education teacher with the necessary knowledge, skills, and experiences for successful teaching in adaptive physical education. It will help the physical education teacher-in-training understand the importance of quality physical education and how to provide the necessary steps for inclusion practices and applications with guidelines for modifying activities in both physical education and sport, helping to integrate students with disabilities into general class and sport settings. FA, even years.
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ED 337 - Elementary Social Studies Methods (3) Exploration of instructional models based on concept formation, inquiry, and diversity. Theories, methods, and principles of pedagogy are discussed in general and applied specifically to the teaching of social studies in elementary classrooms. Prerequisite or corequisite: ED 315 . FA.
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ED 340 - Elementary Science Methods (2) Explores methods for planning and teaching units of study in science; strategies for scientific inquiry in the elementary classroom and inquiry-based lesson planning. Aimed to develop the importance of science and how students learn science best according to current educational research. Prerequisite or corequisite: ED 315 . SP.
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ED 341 - Foundations of Literacy & Language Development (3) Theories and objectives for teaching literacy in the elementary grades (K-6). Strategies for teaching word recognition, decoding, vocabulary, comprehension, and critical thinking are a major focus. Strategies and methods for teaching ELL students will be included. Field-based assignment required. Prerequisite or corequisite: ED 315 . FA.
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ED 343 - Language Arts Methods (3) Examination of oral and written language development and its role in a balanced literacy program. Theories, objectives, and strategies for teaching language arts in the elementary classroom are included. Field-based assignment required. Prerequisite: ED 341 . SP.
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ED 353 - Analysis & Characteristics: Cross Categorical (4) In-depth study of the diagnosis and characteristics of high incident mild and moderate disabilities (such behavior disorders, learning disabilities, and intellectual disabilities). Additionally, we will explore in-depth the history and laws of special education, current measures of testing, quantitative and qualitative data collection and an introduction to evidenced-based strategies to address student need. Prerequisite: ED 235 . Prerequisite or Corequisite: ED 315 . FA, even years.
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ED 358 - Methods & Curriculum: Cross Categorical (4) Selection of appropriate teaching methods and materials applicable for teaching children with cross-categorical special education identification in a public setting is the major focus. MTSS and methods for adapting curricular materials will also be studied. 45-hour field-based experience is required. Prerequisites: ED 341 and ED 353 . SP, odd years.
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ED 361 - Language Acquisition & Development (3) Exploration of language problems, both oral and written, associated with children with disabilities, indications for referral, and educational techniques. Field-based assignment required. Prerequisite: ED 235 . Prerequisite or Corequisite: ED 343 . FA, odd years.
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ED 363 - Educational Assessment (3) Emphasis will be on diagnostic assessment, both formal and informal, to aid in the diagnosis and remediation of learning problems occurring in special education settings or with children needing individualized programming in general education classrooms. Students will administer, score, and interpret several of the currently used assessment instruments in addition to data collection utilized in the MTSS model. Fee required. Field-based assignment required. SP, even years.
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ED 364 - Consultation, Collaboration & Family Engagement: Special Education (1) Exploration of methods to be used in conferencing situations with an emphasis on working with parents in the development of an I.E.P. Interpreting progress, discussions of various assessments including state requirements. Emphasis on developing relationships with parents and families of exceptional children to increase student learning. SP, even years.
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ED 367 - Transition/Career Education (2) Exploration of methods for helping children with exceptionalities successfully make the transition from school to employment with emphasis on appropriate transition goals and objectives. Legal and ethical considerations are explored. Prerequisite: ED 235 . FA, even years.
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ED 370 - Assessment & Remediation of Reading Problems (3) Explores methods of informal and formal assessment of reading difficulties, instructional decisions based on assessment data, and methods of remediation of reading difficulties. Prerequisite: ED 341 . FA.
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ED 375 - Reading Strategies & Interventions in the Content Areas I (3) Candidates will learn strategies for teaching reading, writing, speaking, and listening in the content areas. Methods of teaching effective comprehensive vocabulary and study skills will be presented. Candidates will practice techniques for adapting materials and supporting challenged readers. Field-based assignment required. Prerequisite or corequisite: ED 315 . SP.
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ED 376 - Reading Strategies & Interventions in the Content Areas II (3) Candidates will learn strategies for teaching reading, writing, speaking and listening in the content areas. Blue prints to develop effective lessons for teaching comprehension, vocabulary, and study skills will be presented. Candidates will practice techniques for adapting materials and dealing with challenged readers. Prerequisite: ED 375 . SP.
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ED 377 - Adolescent Literature (3) Study of adolescent literature, how to analyze and engage students, and ways to incorporate literature and promote reader-response in middle school and secondary classrooms. Primarily for middle school and secondary English education candidates but open to other education students. FA, intermittently.
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ED 380 - Special Topics (1-3) Special topics courses will focus on important issues in the field and explore the issues from critical perspectives. These classes will utilize outside experts as instructors as well as full-time faculty. They will provide opportunities for students to choose topics of particular interest and investigate them further. Course may be repeated for up to 12 credit hours towards the degree. FA, SP, SU.
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ED 381 - Health & Safety Issues in a School Setting (1) Presents an overview of health and safety issues specifically related to school settings. Candidates will experience learning activities to increase knowledge and skills in dealing with health issues, such as eating disorders, nutrition, substance abuse, and depression will be covered, and the teacher’s role in dealing with these situations will be discussed. FA.
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ED 382 - Implementing Business Education Programs (3) This course is designed to prepare business education and vocational teachers for administratively managing aspects of vocational, career, and business training programs. It will address issues of history, funding, regulatory and legislative requirements, teaching strategies, experiential learning, program evaluation, community resources, and other relevant topics. FA, intermittently.
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ED 386 - Advanced Elementary Practicum (2-3) Advanced Elementary Practicum provides candidates with the 45- hour, mid-level field experience in an elementary classroom. Candidates will be placed at an elementary school working with the classroom teacher to apply the concepts of lesson design, teaching strategies, differentiated instruction, classroom management and other content into practice. Responsibilities include: observing mentor teacher; assisting with individual students or small group activities, and developing and teaching lessons in small and whole group settings. This course is a 16-week course that may be broken out into 2 8-week sessions indicated by Part A and B. If a student fails any one part of the course, both parts must be retaken. Prerequisite: ED 315 with a grade of “B” or better. FA.
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ED 390 - Directed Study (1-3) Opportunity for the candidate to study a topic of interest in depth. Course may be repeated for up to 12 credit hours towards the degree. Consent of instructor, advisor and School of Education Dean required. FA, SP.
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ED 418 - Advanced Special Methods (2-4) Students will develop the knowledge and skills needed to become a successful classroom teacher. Content will include: the implementation of lesson and unit design, selection of general and content-specific instructional strategies, assessment, differentiation, and developing and managing a positive classroom environment. This course requires a 45-hour placement in a content-specific K-12 classroom of a TEXT mentor. K-12 certification students will complete two 25-hour placements (one at the elementary level and one at the secondary level) in lieu of one 45-hour placement. Course requires daytime flexibility to accomplish the field-based placement. Fee required. This course is a 16-week course that may be broken out into 2 8-week sessions indicated by Part A and B. If a student fails any one part of the course, both parts must be retaken. Prerequisite: ED 315 . FA.
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ED 419 - Managing the Learning Environment (3) Explores theories, methods, and techniques concerning behavior management and discipline in classrooms and schools. Emphasis is on a proactive, integrated method of discipline. By the end of the course, each student will have produced his/her own discipline/management plan. Field-based assignment required. 2015 CORE: Explorations of Nature, Transform. SP.
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ED 454 - Middle School Philosophy & Organization (3) The knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to understand the basic organizational structure of the middle school and the necessary competencies to teach in an organization that stresses teamwork and collaboration will be addressed. The course will provide simulated interdisciplinary team experiences, the opportunities to examine flexible grouping arrangements, block scheduling, effective school components, and student advising into the total school program. Field-based assignment required. SP.
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ED 480 - Special Topics (1-3) Special topics courses will focus on important issues in the field and explore the issues from critical perspectives. These classes will utilize outside experts as instructors as well as full-time faculty. They will provide opportunities for students to choose topics of particular interest and investigate them further. FA, SP, SU.
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ED 494 - Final Clinical Experience Seminar (1-2) Final Clinical Experience Seminar is a companion course to Final Clinical Experience. Seminar requires professional writing and reflections (with Avila University supervisor and instructor) and job search documents (resumé, cover letters, and thank you letters) to potential employers. Additionally, the course covers pertinent professional topics and requires completion of the Final Clinical Experience Portfolio. This course is a 16-week course that may be broken out into 2 8-week sessions indicated by Part A and B. If a student fails any one part of the course, both parts must be retaken. Corequisite: ED 495 . FA, SP.
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ED 495 - Final Clinical Experience (5-10) Co-teaching in a K-12 classroom setting with supervision and guidance shared between the cooperating teacher and the university supervisor. Application must be made in advance of registration date. Fee required. This course is a 16-week course that may be broken out into 2 8-week sessions indicated by Part A and B. If a student fails any one part of the course, both parts must be retaken. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all other major program requirements. Corequisite: ED 494 . 2015 CORE: Belief & Reason, Contribute, Community Engagement. FA, SP.
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