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Criminal Justice Administration (CJAD) |
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CJAD 405 - Laws of Criminal Evidence 3 hours
Analysis of why certain testimony, objects and materials should be admitted or rejected as evidence in criminal trials. Prerequisites: ENGL 133W ; junior standing.
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CJAD 406 - Expert and Scientific Evidence 3 hours
Examination of the role and function of expert and scientific evidence in the legal system, and critical evaluation of the standards governing the integration of law and science. Topics include the Frye, Daubert and other standards governing scientific evidence; ethical issues concerning expert testimony; the interface between the scientific, legal and law enforcement communities; and particularized consideration of evidentiary issues connected with specific scientific techniques. Prerequisites: junior standing.
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CJAD 415 - Criminal Procedures 3 hours
Detailed examination of the procedures utilized in the criminal justice system as they relate to criminal law and the administration of justice. Emphasis is placed on court decisions involving the 4th, 5th, 6th, 8th and 14th amendments to the U.S. Constitution. Prerequisites: junior standing and ENGL 133W .
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CJAD 420 - Legal Issues in Criminal Justice 3 hours
Analysis of current and controversial legal issues in the criminal justice system. Topics may include current Supreme Court issues, hate crime, domestic violence, gun control, the death penalty, police civil liability, privacy rights, wrongful conviction and public policy, plea bargaining, specialty courts, reforms to the justice system, and law enforcement counter-terrorism activities. Prerequisites: CJAD 101 and junior standing.
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CJAD 421 - Organized Crime 3 hours
Overview of organized crime. Emphasis is placed on the theories and evolution of organized crime, the principal forms of organized criminal activity, and efforts to investigate, control and prosecute. Prerequisites: CJAD 101 and ENGL 133W taken previously or concurrently.
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CJAD 425 - Legal Research and Writing 3 hours
Application of systems and methods of legal research to problems and issues in the justice system. Prerequisites: ENGL 133W ; junior standing.
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CJAD 433 - Topics 3 hours
Specialized inquiry into a defined concept, topic, theory or application in criminal justice. Topics are approved by the Criminal Justice Administration and Human Services Department.
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CJAD 495 - Integrative Seminar 3 hours
Culminating course for graduation as a Criminal Justice major. Completion with a grade of C or higher required. Designed to integrate and synthesize all coursework in criminal justice and related areas so the student has a broad conceptual and practical understanding of the criminal justice career field. In addition, it is designed to ensure that the student has a practical understanding of all critical and current issues in the criminal justice field as they relate to the law, law enforcement agencies, criminal courts, corrections and juvenile justice. Prerequisites: Completion of 90 hours of coursework and senior standing.
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CJAD 499 - Advanced Criminal Justice Internship 1-3 hours
Students complete 45 hours of experiential work for each semester hour. Students typically work in a criminal justice agency, in a non-profit agency which interacts with the criminal justice system, in an attorney’s office, or in other similar positions promoting an understanding of Criminal Justice. The directing faculty member must approve the internship placement. Students may register for no more than 12 criminal justice internship credits (CJAD 399 and CJAD 499 combined) during their time at Columbia College. Grades are assigned as S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory). Prerequisites: Minimum of nine hours of criminal justice coursework; senior standing; minimum 3.0 GPA in major core classes at the time of registration for internship.
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College Introductory Studies (COLL) |
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COLL 103 - Concepts of Physical Activity and Wellness 2 hours
Basic knowledge, understanding, and values of physical activity and wellness.
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COLL 104 - Peer-Advising Skills Seminar-Part I 0.5 hour
Assists students in the development of basic skills needed to serve in Resident Assistant, Community Consultant or Peer Educator positions.
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COLL 105 - Peer-Advising Skills Seminar-Part II 0.5 hour
Assists students in the development of basic skills needed to serve in Resident Assistant, Community Consultant or Peer Educator positions. This is a continuation of the Peer Advising Skills Seminar - Part I.
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COLL 106 - Strategic Studying Seminar 0.5 hour
Designed to help students make the transition to the college setting by enhancing their study strategies. Topics include note-taking, reading textbooks, memory and organizational strategies, and test-taking skills.
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COLL 107 - Career Development and Decision Making I 1 hour
This course focuses on career planning and practical tools for job hunting. Students will learn strategies for gaining employment in their field of choice.Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative GPA; Students in F-1 status must meet CPT eligibility. Grades are assigned as ‘S’(satisfactory) or ‘U’(unsatisfactory).
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COLL 108 - Analytical Thinking Seminar 0.5 hour
Students improve analytical-thinking skills using in-class writing, take-home assignments, and group projects. They demonstrate their ability to sort out opinions, to interpret data, to recognize errors of perception, judgment, or reaction, to evaluate judgments, and to express their own opinions clearly and logically.
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COLL 109 - Communicating to Our World: An Introduction to Leadership 1 hour
Students learn about the social change model of leadership development. Through participation in the Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI), students have an opportunity to apply their learned knowledge to real life experiences. This class can only be taken by those chosen for the ELI Program.
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COLL 110 - Career Development and Decision Making II 1 hour
This course builds on skills from COLL 107, focusing on interviewing, professional communication, and workplace behavior and expectations. Prerequisites: COLL 107 ; 2.0 cumulative GPA; Students in F-1 status must meet CPT eligibility. Grades are assigned as ‘S’(satisfactory) or ‘U’(unsatisfactory).
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COLL 111 - Emerging Leadership Applied 1 hour
Students apply leadership skills and learn the importance of followership and working with others to create change. Through participation in the Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI), students apply their learned knowledge to real life experiences and develop a vision project to create change on a social issue he or she is passionate about. This class can only be taken by those chosen for the ELI Program.
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COLL 133 - General Education Foundations Seminar 3 hours
The Foundations Seminar provides an intensive academic experience designed to help new students learn the strategies necessary for success in college. Through exposure to a variety of broad topics, students will develop skills ranging from critical thinking and inquiry to maintaining one’s personal wellbeing. Students will also be introduced to digital literacy, and to the expectations of Columbia College and its faculty, including becoming familiar with the general education curriculum, degree requirements, and college catalog. All students with less than 24 credit hours post-high school are required to take this course in their first semester.
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COLL 177 - Study Tour Experiences 1 hour
Short term study abroad experience.
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COLL 225 - Tutoring 0.5-3 hours
Students tutor in specific subject areas. A student earns one elective semester hour for 45 clock hours of tutoring time. The student arranges a tutoring schedule with the supervisor and enrolls in this course after completing the required clock hours for credit. Prerequisite: to be determined by the faculty or staff supervisor of each student enrolling for discipline-specific tutoring.
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COLL 277 - Study Tour Experiences 1-3 hours
Short term study abroad experiences. Subject matter will vary within the department’s field of study. Prerequisite: determined by instructor. Course may be repeated.
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COLL 285 - Associates Capstone 3 hours
This course will develop students’ understanding of the skills and knowledge they have learned throughout completing their degree with a focus on how those skills can be applied to achieve their professional goals. Prerequisites: sophomore standing, ENGL 133W .
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COLL 377 - Study Tour Experiences 1-3 hours
Short term study abroad experiences. Subject matter will vary within the department’s field of study. Prerequisite: determined by instructor. Course may be repeated.
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COLL 477 - Study Tour Experiences 1-3 hours
Short term study abroad experiences. Subject matter will vary within the department’s field of study. Prerequisite: determined by instructor. Course may be repeated.
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COLL 485 - Bachelors of General Studies Capstone 3 hours
A culminating course for the Bachelor of General Studies. This course requires reflection on how the General Education program and the student’s individualized program of BGS coursework have prepared the student for success following graduation. Prerequisites: senior standing.
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Communication Studies (COMM) |
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COMM 110 - Introduction to Speech 3 hours
This course introduces students to basic skills necessary to function effectively in public communication situations, including informative and persuasive speaking. In addition, students will develop abilities to analyze and evaluate oral discourse as a means of becoming informed consumers of communication.
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COMM 201 - Cross-Cultural Communication Practicum for Native English Speakers 1 hours
Designed for native English speakers, this course provides a forum for connecting with English language learners (ELLs) for conversation and cultural exchange. Meeting with ELLs is also a unique opportunity to gain insight into the challenges and benefits of living and learning in America. Requirements include attending an orientation meeting as well as a “Match Dinner,” committing to meet with partner(s) weekly for one hour of conversation, and completing a final project. Grades are assigned as S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory). This course can be repeated for credit up to two times.
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COMM 203 - Understanding Human Communication 3 hours
Communication theories and models applied to intrapersonal, interpersonal, small-group and public settings. Principles practiced in verbal and non-verbal forms.
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COMM 214 - Mass Communication in Society 3 hours
History and development of the American mass media, to include examination of media roles in society, social advantages and disadvantages of media, and the role of the spectator/consumer towards the media. Prerequisite: COMM 110 .
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COMM 217 - Food Communication 3 hours
This course considers and analyzes the different relationships between communication and food and how these relationships influence our identities, cultures, and environments. Students will explore the symbolic importance of food in our cultures and everyday communication practices.
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COMM 220W - Introduction to Theatre 3 hours
Introduction to the elements utilized during the production of a play as well as an emphasis on increased appreciation of numerous major performance styles and genres. Prerequisites: ENGL 133W .
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COMM 224 - Film History and Analysis 3 hours
Introduction to the world history of cinema from its origins to the present, featuring important and influential films of various types and genres from several countries. Basic formal and technical aspects of the medium and means of analysis are also introduced. Prerequisite: COMM 110 .
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COMM 227 - News Literacy 3 hours
This course teaches the skills and thought processes necessary to become conscientious users of news and information in the digital age. Prerequisite: COMM 110 .
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COMM 230 - Introduction to Communication Theory 3 hours
Introduction to theory, methodology, analysis and criticism. Skills learned in this course are the beginning foundation of those required to complete the capstone course and the major senior project. Prerequisites: sophomore standing, completion of one COMM course, and a C average in COMM courses.
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COMM 231 - Communication Writing and Research 3 hours
As a companion course to COMM 230, Communication Writing and Research provides an overview of the concepts, methods, and skills nascent researchers need, to write about their own research. In this research and writing intense course, student work will culminate in a communication research prospectus, based on current literature and research methods in the field. Prerequisite: COMM 230 .
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COMM 233 - Topics 1-3 hours
Specialized inquiry into a defined concept, topic, theory or application in Communication Studies. Topics are approved by the Language and Communication Studies Department.
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COMM 298W - Nonverbal Communication 3 hours
An introduction to the dynamics of nonverbal behavior across multiple contexts and situations, and to the relationship of nonverbal behavior to verbal messages and cultures. Prerequisite: COMM 110 .
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COMM 303W - Intercultural Communication 3 hours
Study of the role of communication in multicultural and intercultural context, including issues relating to values, language and non-verbal behavior as they relate to effective multicultural and intercultural interaction. Prerequisites: sophomore standing and ENGL 133W .
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COMM 304W - Introduction to Screenwriting 3 hours
This course is an introduction to the art and craft of screenwriting. Students learn basic principles of screenwriting, including how screenwriting differs from other writing styles. Students explore the screenplay style and format, character development and story arcs through a film treatment and short screenplay. Prerequisite: ENGL 133W .
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COMM 313 - Interpersonal Communication 3 hours
An introduction to the process of face-to-face communication within personal relationships, family, community and the workplace. Prerequisite: COMM 110 .
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COMM 320 - Advanced Theatre 3 hours
Performance theory and criticism supporting current staging of monologues, duets and ensemble scripts in theatre and film. This course has a significant focus on advance acting skills and theatre on the global stage. Prerequisite: COMM 220W .
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COMM 323W - Argumentation and Debate 3 hours
Detailed study and application of rhetorical theories, including the analysis, evaluation and production of arguments. Course focuses on formal debate strategies in addition to rhetorical artifacts ranging from classical readings to contemporary discourse. Prerequisite: COMM 110 and ENGL 133W .
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COMM 324 - Film Styles and Genres: (Specific Topic) 3 hours
Intensive study of a specific body of films grouped by similarities in style, genre, period or cultural origin. Emphasis is on historical, theoretical, and critical issues. Topics vary. Sample topics: Documentary film; film adaptation; film authors; independent film; movie musicals. Course may be taken more than once when topic varies. Prerequisites: COMM 224 .
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COMM 334 - Political Economy of Film and Media 3 hours
Examination of the film industry and mass communication outlets as they pertain to political economy. Through the study of ownership as a business strategy and cultural construction, students explore the cultural influence of mass communication. Prerequisite: COMM 214 or COMM 224 .
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COMM 343W - Gender Communication 3 hours
Examination of the significant role of gender in human communication behaviors as enacted in social spaces of daily life. Cross-listed as WMST 343W . Prerequisites: sophomore standing and ENGL 133W .
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COMM 344 - Visual Communication and Culture 3 hours
Introduction of basic principles of perception and visual interpretation. Analysis and discussion addresses the dependent processes of rhetorical visual communication in media and film studies, cultural studies, art, literature and photography within the public sphere. Prerequisite: COMM 110 .
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COMM 354 - Social Media and Virtual Communities 3 hours
This course examines the ways humans communicate via social media and virtual communities. Grounded in communication theory, students appropriately engage, first-hand, with social media technologies to explore the manners of electronic communications maintenance, manipulation and community building. Technologies pertaining to this course include: smart mobs, blogs, collaboration tools, podcasts, viral video, social bookmarking and other evolving technologies. Prerequisite: COMM 214 .
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COMM 360W - Oral Interpretation of Literature 3 hours
Appreciation of poetry, prose and drama through oral performance. Prerequisite: COMM 110 and/or COMM 203 strongly recommended and ENGL 133W .
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COMM 380W - Performance Studies 3 hours
Examination of classical and contemporary views of performance as a way of constituting meaning as well as to affirm individual and cultural identity at the crossroads of race, class and gender. Prerequisite: COMM 360W .
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COMM 385 - Performance Styles and Genres: (Specific Topic) 3 hours
Intensive study of a major performance style and genre. Emphasis is on the historical, theoretical and critical issues. Sample topics: poetry; personal narrative; performance art; prose; drama. Course may be taken more than once when the topic varies. Prerequisite: COMM 360W .
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COMM 393 - Organizational Communication 3 hours
Examination of communication processes with emphasis on systems theories, leadership, and interpersonal and group interaction in formal and informal organizational settings. Prerequisite: COMM 110 .
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COMM 399 - Communication Internship 1-3 hours
Students complete 45 hours of experiential work for each semester hour. The overall objective of this internship is to practice acquired communication skills and knowledge in a professional setting. Students work in conjunction with a directing faculty member who must approve the internship placement and specific learning goals. Students can register for no more than 12 internship (COMM 399 and COMM 499 combined) credits during their time at Columbia College. Grades are assigned as S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory). Prerequisites: junior standing; minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA at time of registration of internship.
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COMM 404 - Media Criticism 3 hours
Theoretical and practical analysis of the content, structure and context of mediated communication in the United States. Students use cultural, critical and rhetorical strategies to evaluate media content. Prerequisites: COMM 214 and 3 hours of upper-level Communication coursework.
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COMM 420 - Advanced Acting and Production Techniques 1-3 hours
This course exposes students to the acting, directing and technical processes during the staging of a full-length production. Acting or managerial participation in a main stage production is a course requirement. The week prior to the performance will require evening and weekend rehearsal time required for participation in the class. All students must participate in the set production dates scheduled prior to production dates. This course may be taken for variable credit and up to three times. Prerequisite: Audition.
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COMM 433 - Topics 1-3 hours
Specialized inquiry into a defined concept, topic, theory or application in Communication Studies. Topics are approved by the Language and Communication Studies Department.
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COMM 495 - Speech Communication Integrative Seminar 3 hours
Culminating experience for the major; completion with a C or higher required. Advanced examination of the nature of communication theory, research and methods. With the instructor’s permission, a student not majoring in Speech Communication may enroll and propose a project specific to the Speech Communication discipline. Prerequisites: COMM 230 , C average or higher in Speech Communication courses; minimum of 15 hours of 300- or 400-level Communication courses; and senior standing.
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COMM 499 - Advanced Communication Internship 1-3 hours
Students complete 45 hours of experiential work for each semester hour. The overall objective of this internship is to practice acquired communication skills and knowledge in a professional setting. Students work in conjunction with a directing faculty member who must approve the internship placement and specific learning goals. Students can register for no more than 12 internship (COMM 399 and COMM 499 combined) credits during their time at Columbia College. Grades are assigned as S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory). Prerequisites: COMM 399 ; senior standing; minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA at time of registration of internship.
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Cybersecurity (CYSC) |
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CYSC 200 - Introduction to Cybersecurity 3 hours
This course is an introduction to the field of cybersecurity. The objective of the course is to provide students with a deeper understanding of the fundamental issues and concepts of cybersecurity and the mainstream cybersecurity technologies that are widely used in the real world. Prerequisites: Grade of C or higher in CISS 241 or COSC 240.
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CYSC 402 - Network Security 3 hours
This course explores techniques for identifying and preventing network security threats and attacks initiated using the Internet. The course will also cover the fundamental concepts of network security, information security, and application security. Prerequisites: Grade of C or higher in CYSC 200 and CISS 302 .
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Economics (ECON) |
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ECON 210 - Survey of Economics 3 hours
Course provides students a broad survey of the discipline of economics. The emphasis is on the acquisition of a broad conceptual understanding of economics and its impact on corporate and small business decision making and interests. Prerequisites: sophomore standing.
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ECON 293 - Macroeconomics 3 hours
Introduction to concepts and theories applicable to a national economy. Prerequisites: sophomore standing.
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ECON 294 - Microeconomics 3 hours
Introduction to specific economic units and to individual markets and individual interactions within an economy. Prerequisites: sophomore standing.
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ECON 310 - Environmental and Resource Economics 3 hours
Application of economic concepts and tools to the analysis of natural resources development and environmental degradation; evaluation of public policies on resource and pollution issues. Cross-listed as ENVS 310 . Prerequisites: ECON 293 or ECON 294 , and ENVS 115 /BIOL 115 .
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ECON 320 - Healthcare Economics 3 hours
Overview of economic influences in the production and financing of healthcare. Prerequisites: ECON 293 and ECON 294 .
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ECON 393 - Intermediate Macroeconomics 3 hours
Intermediate Macroeconomics builds upon the concepts introduced in the Introductory Macroeconomics course. The course includes an exploration of the various schools of economic thought including: Classical economic theory, Keynesian economic theory, Monetarist theory, Neoclassical thought and Neo-Keynesian thought. The course develops models of interest rates, aggregate demand and supply, and of growth and development. Prerequisites: ECON 293 and MATH 150 or MATH 110 or MATH 170 .
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ECON 394 - Intermediate Microeconomics 3 hours
Intermediate Microeconomics builds upon the knowledge of the Introductory Microeconomics course. The course explores in-depth the underpinnings of consumer choice and firm behavior. Specific topics include a study of the various types of market structures, pricing, externalities and public goods. The concepts of equity and efficiency are introduced. Microeconomic behavior is viewed through the perspective of behavioral economics and game theory. Prerequisites: ECON 294 and MATH 150 or MATH 110 or MATH 170 .
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ECON 395 - Financial Markets and Institutions 3 hours
Examination of the risks faced by managers of financial institutions and the methods and markets through which these risks are managed. Consideration is given to a wide array of financial institutions including commercial banks, credit unions, investment banks, securities firms, insurance companies, and investment companies. Cross-listed as FINC 395 . Prerequisites: ACCT 281 ; MATH 110 or MATH 150 or MATH 170 ; ECON 293 , ECON 294 ; FINC 350 .
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ECON 399 - Internship: Economics 1-3 hours
Internships in Economics provide academic field experience by combining theory and practice in a business setting. Internship opportunities may be taken in a broad range of organizations: public and private; large and small; profit and non-profit. Prerequisites: junior standing with CGPA of 2.5 or better including completion of ECON 293 & ECON 294 .
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ECON 495 - International Finance 3 hours
Understanding and application of the concepts of corporate finance, financial markets and investments in an international context. Specific topics include an overview of the international monetary system, international financial markets (currency, equity and bond markets), the “parity conditions” of international finance, foreign exchange risk management, global investing, international capital budgeting and global working capital management. Cross-listed as FINC 495 . Prerequisites: ECON 293 and FINC 350 .
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ECON 499 - Internship: Economics 1-3 hours
Internships in Economics provide academic field experience by combining theory and practice in a business setting. Internship opportunities may be taken in a broad range of organizations: public and private; large and small; profit and non-profit. Prerequisites: Completion of an ECON 399 internship. Senior standing with CGPA of 3.0 or better including completion of ECON 293 & ECON 294 .
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Education (EDUC) |
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EDUC 100 - Introduction to Education 3 hours
Education 100 is an introduction to the teaching profession and the Teacher Certification Program at Columbia College. Students will examine the evolution of teaching and the current understanding of the knowledge, skills, and dispositions of an effective teacher. Global, national, state, and local perspectives are presented through contemporary issues facing teachers and schools, and students will reflect upon their related beliefs, motivations, and goals. Information will be provided about certification requirements, content area majors, and Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education requirements. Successful completion of 15 clock hours in field is required.
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EDUC 102 - Teaching and Learning Elementary Mathematics from an Advanced Perspective 3 hours
This course is designed to help preservice elementary school teachers develop a conceptual framework for mathematics, especially for those aspects normally experienced in elementary school. Through their work in the course the students study the main themes of mathematics throughout the curriculum, considering both mathematical and pedagogical content issues in teaching mathematics. Topics include sets, logic, informal geometry, numeration systems, properties of real numbers and an introduction to probability and statistics. Cross-listed as MATH 102 . Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MATH 104 , or higher MATH course; or a score of 19 or above on the math portion of the ACT; or 460 or above SAT score; or a passing score on the Columbia College math placement exam.
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EDUC 106 - Child Health, Nutrition, and Safety 3 hours
The study of health, nutrition, and safety as they relate to infants and children. First aid, physical health, mental health, nutritional needs, safety guidelines, and abuse and neglect are discussed, as well as guidelines for effectively meeting children’s needs in childcare settings and classrooms. Cross-listed as CDEV 106 .
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EDUC 155 - Algebraic Reasoning for Elementary and Middle School Teachers 3 hours
This course introduces some basic concepts of number theory and modern algebra that underlie elementary and middle grade arithmetic and algebra, with a focus on collaborative learning and technology. Cross-listed as MATH 155 . Prerequisites: MATH 102 and MATH 110 (or higher).
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EDUC 165 - Geometric Reasoning for Elementary and Middle School Teachers 3 hours
This course introduces some basic concepts of geometric reasoning and measurements that underlie these concepts in elementary and middle school grades, with a focus on collaborative learning and technology. Cross-listed as MATH 165 . Prerequisites: MATH 102 and MATH 110 (or higher).
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EDUC 200 - Law, Ethics, and Education 3 hours
The study of the legal and ethical issues in education from the contexts of historical, philosophical, social and administrative foundations of the discipline. Course meets college Ethics requirement.
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EDUC 220 - Methods of Teaching English Learners 3 hours
Students will investigate the different methods of teaching students who are English Learners. This will include the process of second language learning, adjustment to learning in a second language (English), integration of students’ heritage languages and cultural backgrounds as resources, and methods of communication with parents who speak a different language. Prerequisites: EDUC 100
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EDUC 230 - Educational Psychology 3 hours
The study of psychological principles in educational environments. Emphasis is on the scientific approach to teaching and learning. Students learn to plan, deliver, evaluate and report instructional outcomes. Cross-listed as PSYC 230 . Prerequisite: PSYC 101 .
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EDUC 233 - Topics 1-3 hours
Specialized inquiry into a defined concept, topic, theory or application in Education. Topics are approved by the Education Department.
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EDUC 260 - Theories of Coaching 3 hours
The study of coaching research, theory, and practice as applied to sports and exercise. Coaching behavior, including decision-making and the development of athletic expertise, is a key focus. The pedagogy of coaching is examined through the application of specific research-based practices and differentiation across ability levels and type of sport activity. Students are exposed to problem-solving ethical dilemmas that may arise in the coaching context. Prerequisite: EDUC 230 /PSYC 230 .
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EDUC 270 - Literature for Children and Adolescents 3 hours
The study of literature for children and adolescents as a literary genre. Students analyze and evaluate selected works of literature including folktales, picture books, poetry and novels. Prerequisite: ENGL 133W taken previously or concurrently.
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EDUC 280 - Language Acquisition and Emergent Literacy 3 hours
The connection of oral language development and early literacy learning will be the focus of this class with applications to literacy development in elementary and adolescent grades. The types of intervention that may need to occur in assisting the student who has missed vital pieces of language acquisition and emergent literacy will be addressed. During the class, the students will learn to observe and analyze problems in language acquisition and how to address these problems in the learning situation. Students will apply this learning to a case study of the language and literacy development of a student. Prerequisite: EDUC 100 .
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EDUC 300 - Techniques of Teaching 3 hours
The study of instructional planning, including goals and objectives, techniques and activities, and evaluation. Students produce and present lessons containing defensible techniques, strategies and methods of evaluation. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 230 , PSYC 230 or EDUC 560 (may be taken concurrently).
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EDUC 302 - Teaching Skills 3 hours
The study of teaching multiple content areas. Students describe, analyze, and critique the content areas of elementary school health, physical education, science and social studies. In each of the content areas, students develop and present micro-teaching lessons, evaluations and learning centers. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 311 - Classroom and Behavior Management Techniques 3 hours
The study of managing classroom environments and the behavior of students. Students analyze classroom variables related to organization and control, and evaluate theories to produce a management system applicable to educational settings. Includes field experience of 15 hours.
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EDUC 321 - Teaching Reading and Language Arts to Pre-school Children 3 hours
The study of how to teach emergent reading skills to pre-school children. Students learn to apply the modalities of language to early literacy experiences, investigate instructional approaches and methods of teaching reading. Phonemic and phonological awareness and resulting phonics as well as whole language methods are incorporated into a balanced reading approach. Teaching strategies, unique uses of children’s literature, and early writing processes are also investigated. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 322 - Educational Measurement and Assessment 3 hours
The study of methods used to develop educational measurements, including teacher-made and standardized assessments, and the procedures used to globally assess student achievement. Emphasis is on the development, administration, interpretation, and utilization of informal, teacher-made evaluation measures to include paper-pencil, performance assessments, portfolio assessments, and observation instruments. Included also are the concepts of validity and reliability, evaluation and reporting methods, and the historical study of psychometry. Cross-listed with EDNC 322 . Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505; EDUC 230 /PSYC 230 ; or EDUC 560; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 326 - Middle School Methods 3 hours
Overview of the early adolescent, historical development of middle/junior high school education, curriculum and organizational patterns and planning for instruction. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505; EDUC 200 or EDUC 542; EDUC 230 , PSYC 230 or EDUC 560; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 328 - The Early Childhood Educational Environment 3 hours
The study of components involved in developing high quality programs for children from birth through kindergarten. Methods for creating nurturing, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate learning environments will be addressed. Prerequisites: CDEV 290 and CDEV 291 or EDUC 396 /PSYC 396 ; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 331 - Teaching Reading 3 hours
The study of how to teach reading skills. Students learn to describe, compare, and contrast theories, models, approaches and methods of teaching reading. Phonic methods and whole language methods are taught and studied, as are individualized teaching strategies, unique uses of children’s literature, and writing processes. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 332 - Reading Instruction 3 hours
The study of how to teach reading skills. Students learn to describe, compare and contrast theories, models, approaches and methods of teaching reading. Phonic methods and whole language methods are taught and studied, as are individualized teaching strategies, unique use of children’s literature and writing processes. Note: This course does not apply toward Missouri certification. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 .
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EDUC 335 - Teaching Creative Arts and Movement to Children 3 hours
Games, rhythms, music, singing, dance, drama, visual arts, materials, and methods utilized by elementary and pre-school classroom teachers to integrate the arts and kinesthetic movement into classroom instruction. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 337W - Teaching Language Arts in Middle and Elementary Schools 3 hours
A practical approach to teaching middle, elementary, and pre-school language arts instruction including listening, speaking, writing, reading, and viewing, with emphasis on integrating instruction within the language arts. Additional emphases are placed on the contemporary classroom, which is assumed to contain children of diverse cultures and learning abilities; incorporating technology in language arts lessons; assessing for language arts instruction; and developing higher-level thinking skills to help children apply their developing abilities to different situations, materials, and ideas. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 (see graduate catalog for course description); and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 338W - Content Reading and Writing 3 hours
The study of teaching reading and writing in differing content areas. Students analyze materials in various content areas and demonstrate the ability to use levels of comprehension, patterns of organization and questioning, and vocabulary-building skills to enhance learning. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 339 - Content Reading Methods 3 hours
The study of teaching reading in differing content areas. Students analyze materials in various content areas and demonstrate the ability to use levels of comprehension, patterns of organization and questioning, and vocabulary-building skills to enhance learning. Note: This course does not apply toward Missouri certification. Prerequisite: EDUC 300 .
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EDUC 345 - Teaching Art K-12 3 hours
Pre-student teaching experiences with students K-12. Basic techniques and methods for planning, teaching and assessing art K-12. National, state and visual arts guidelines of a comprehensive art education program are reviewed. Hands-on activities for use of tools, materials and methods for creating a variety of K-12 art studio projects. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 (or EDUC 505); EDUC 200 (or EDUC 542); EDUC 230 (or EDUC 560) or PSYC 230 ; ARTS 111 or ARTS 112 ; ARTS 120 ; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 346 - Teaching Pre-K and Elementary Music 3 hours
A study of methods and materials suitable for general music in pre-K and elementary school. This study includes an introduction to early childhood choral literature and musical instruments; major music methods, as well as major educational theorists; and specifically, vocal techniques, choral methods, and materials. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 347 - Teaching Middle School and Secondary Music 3 hours
A study of methods and materials suitable for general music in middle school and secondary. This study includes an introduction to graded choral literature; major music methods, as well as major educational theorists; and specifically, vocal techniques, choral methods, and materials. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites:EDUC 300 or EDUC 505; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 352 - Teaching Science to Elementary Children 3 hours
The teaching of science in elementary classrooms, including the teaching of exceptional children mainstreamed in classrooms, the use of technology to teach science, and assessment for the instruction of science. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 (see graduate catalog for course description); and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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