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Criminal Justice Administration (CJAD) |
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CJAD 333 - Topics: Mock Trial 1 hour
Available to members of the Columbia College Mock Trial Team. Requires participation beginning in the Fall when the team begins preparing the case through the end of the mock trial season. Cross-listed as POSC 333 . Course may be repeated five times for a total of six semester hours. Prerequisite: Student must be a full-time Columbia College student.
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CJAD 345 - Ethics and Morality in Criminal Justice 3 hours
Study of the decision-making process in criminal justice as it relates to discretion, due process, truthfulness, corruption and discrimination. Prerequisite: CJAD 101 .
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CJAD 350 - Corrections and Penology 3 hours
Analysis of punishment in our criminal justice system, with focus on why we punish, and how we punish, all examined within the context of correctional philosophies. History and development of corrections, including relevant theories, practices, systems analysis and treatment modalities. Prerequisite: CJAD 101 .
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CJAD 351 - Community Based Corrections 3 hours
Examination of the philosophy, role and function of probation, parole and other community based corrections as compared to institutional corrections. Consideration and critical evaluation of special programs and recent innovations in community-based corrections. Prerequisites: CJAD 101 and Sophomore standing.
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CJAD 352 - Victims in the Justice System 3 hours
Examination of the interface between victims and the various components of the criminal justice system. Topics include the history of the victims rights movement, victim prevention and victim assistance programs, victimization patterns and trends, victim interaction with law enforcement, victim rights and remedies in the court system, victim roles under the correctional system, demographic issues and concerns involving victims and offenders, and particularized consideration of victim issues in specific offenses including stalking, domestic violence, hate crimes and sex crimes involving adults and children. Prerequisites: CJAD 101 and Junior standing.
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CJAD 370 - Dynamics of Terrorism 3 hours
This course surveys contemporary terrorism, especially international terrorism. The course examines controversies in defining terrorism; explores the historical roots of terrorism; examines terrorist motivations, organization and strategies; and explores ways in which countries can respond to the threat of terrorism. Cross-listed as POSC 370 .
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CJAD 390 - Criminal Justice Practicum 3 hours
Integrates academic knowledge with applied professional experience through supervised field placement in an approved agency or organization. Permission of the Criminal Justice Administration and Human Services Department Chair one semester before the desired practicum placement. Prerequisite: Completion of 60 hours of coursework with a GPA of 2.5. Grades are assigned as S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory).
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CJAD 399 - 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. Prerequisites: CJAD 101 , Junior standing, and minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at time of registration for internship. Grades are assigned as S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory).
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CJAD 403 - Cold Case Investigation 3 hours
Examination of the processes, theories and investigative techniques of cold case investigations. Operative and sequential procedures that lead to successful closure of cold cases are also examined. Topics include: development of cold case units, solvability factors, review and evaluation of evidence, and the basic and advanced technological methods employed by cold case squads. Prerequisites: CJAD 101 , CJAD 203 , CJAD 405 , and a declared Criminal Justice or Forensic Science major.
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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. Topics include the evolution of the laws of evidence, the trial process, privileges, hearsay, confessions and admissions, pretrial investigation and identification procedures, expert and lay opinion, scientific evidence, character evidence, presumptions, and evidence collection and preservation. Prerequisite: 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. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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CJAD 410 - Drug Abuse and Crime Control 3 hours
Comprehensive examination of the interaction between drug abuse and the criminal justice system. Examines drug pharmacology, drug laws, public policy, and the roles of the police. Prerequisite: CJAD 101 .
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CJAD 413 - Bloodstain Evidence 3 hours
A practice-oriented class on the techniques and methods of identifying and interpreting blood spatter evidence. Topics include fundamentals of bloodstain evidence, low-velocity impact and angular bloodstains, medium and high-velocity bloodstains, significance of partially dried, clotted, aged and physically altered bloodstains and others. Prerequisite: CJAD 101 .
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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. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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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
Provides the student with a realistic concept and understanding of the problem of organized criminal activity in the United States. Focuses on theories and the evolution of traditional organized crime in America as well as examining the many new and emerging organized crime groups attempting to acquire a stronghold on domestic criminal enterprises. Prerequisites: CJAD 101 and Junior standing.
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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. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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CJAD 451 - Management of Criminal Justice Agencies 3 hours
Examines criminal justice agencies within the context of current management principles, organizational theory and administrative practices. Prerequisites: CJAD 101 and Junior standing.
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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. Prerequisites: Minimum of 9 hours of criminal justice coursework; Senior standing; minimum 3.0 GPA in major core classes at the time of registration for internship. Grades are assigned as S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory).
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Economics (ECON) |
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ECON 293 - Macroeconomics 3 hours
Introduction to concepts and theories applicable to a national economy. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. G.E. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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ECON 294 - Microeconomics 3 hours
Introduction to specific economic units and to individual markets and individual interactions within an economy. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. G.E.
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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 - The Economics of Healthcare 3 hours
An overview of the 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 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 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 , ECON 293 , ECON 294 , FINC 350 , and MATH 150 or MATH 170 .
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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 . Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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ECON 499 - Economics Internship 3 hours
Internships in the Business Administration department provide academic field experience by combining theory and practice in a business setting. Internship proposals must clearly demonstrate that the student is engaged in a field experience that is directly related to their course of study, not engaged simply in a work experience. Internship opportunities are available in a broad range of organizations: public and private; large and small; profit and non-profit. Prerequisites: Senior standing; cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; completed a minimum of 24 hours in core courses; completed a minimum of 9 Columbia College upper-level hours in business administration courses.
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Education (EDUC) |
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EDUC 100 - Introduction to Education 3 hours
Introduction to the teaching profession and the Teacher Certification Program at Columbia College. Students 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 reflect upon their related beliefs, motivations, and goals. Information is provided about certification requirements, content area majors, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education requirements, and portfolio construction. Successful completion of 15 clock hours in the field is required. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 105 - Human Health 3 hours
The study of health, safety and nutrition and the decisions that are faced throughout a lifetime. Consumer health, mental health, physical health, sex and reproduction, drugs, death and dying are the major topics covered. Implications for classroom teachers are discussed.
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EDUC 198 - Field Experience I 1 hour
Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and classroom teachers, expand their knowledge of teaching through observation and participation in classroom activities. Successful completion of 15-45 clock hours in a Level 2 field placement plus attendance at a weekly seminar is required. Prerequisite: EDUC 100 . Number of hours required is determined by course enrollment. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one term prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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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. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. Course meets college Ethics requirement.
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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
Occasional offering
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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 112 .
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EDUC 298 - Field Experience II 1 hour
Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and classroom teachers, expand their knowledge of teaching through observation and participation in classroom activities. Successful completion of 15-45 clock hours in a Level 2 or 3 field placement plus attendance at a weekly seminar is required. Prerequisite: EDUC 198 . Number of hours required is determined by course enrollment. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one term prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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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. Prerequisites: EDUC 230 /PSYC 230 or EDUC 560 (may be taken concurrently). Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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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. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 322 - Educational Measurement and Assessment 3 hours
The study of methods used to develop educational measurements, and the procedures used to globally assess student achievement. Included in the program of study are the development and use of standardized assessments, structured and constructed assessments, observational methods, performance assessment, portfolio assessment, affective measures and special needs measures. Included also are the historical study of psychometry, the concepts of validity and reliability, referencing methods, and evaluation and reporting methods. 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 4 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 331 - Teaching of 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. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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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. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 . Note: This course does not apply toward Missouri certification.
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EDUC 336 - Creative and Language Arts in the Elementary and Middle Schools 3 hours
Study of creative arts (music, art, drama and dance) and language curricula, including the teaching of written and oral communications, instructional decisions, teaching techniques and strategies, teaching/learning materials and methods related to aesthetic and language arts models of instruction. Students produce various instructional resources, including a thematic unit based on specific knowledge acquired in this course. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 338 - Teaching Reading in the Content Area 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. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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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. Prerequisite: EDUC 300 . Note: This course does not apply toward Missouri certification.
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EDUC 345 - Teaching Art K-12 4 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. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 346 - Teaching Music K-12 4 hours
A study of methods and materials suitable for general music in grades K-12. 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. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 358 - Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School 3 hours
This course focuses on methods and materials for teaching elementary school mathematics. The purpose of the course is to help preservice teachers become confident in their ability to do mathematics so that they can do the same for their future students. Specific emphasis is given to trends and issues in mathematics education, including state and national recommendations. In addition, issues pertaining to lesson planning and implementation, assessment, integration of appropriate models, mathematics connections, and the use of technology are explored. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 359 - Teaching Mathematics in the Middle School 3 hours
A major goal of this course is to empower prospective middle school mathematics teachers to develop a sound mathematical program that is based on the needs and characteristics of the middle school student. The course provides an integration of mathematics content and the middle school philosophy while examining the learning and teaching at this level. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 360 - Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School 3 hours
This course is designed to not only encourage preservice teachers to explore aspects of teaching mathematics, but also to enhance preservice teachers’ content knowledge of “school” mathematics. Considerable emphasis is placed on exploring multiple ways to make mathematics comprehensible to all of their future students. In addition, issues pertaining to lesson planning and implementation, assessment, integration of appropriate models, mathematics connections, and the use of technology are explored. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 362 - Teaching Middle and Secondary Social Studies 3 hours
The study of secondary social studies methods, materials, “best practices,” philosophies, instruction and curriculum. The course culminates with students demonstrating the abilities to plan, present and evaluate instructional experiences. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 365 - Teaching Middle School and Secondary Science 3 hours
The study of methods, materials, practices and curriculum in secondary science classes. The course culminates with students demonstrating the abilities to plan, present and evaluate instructional experiences. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 367 - Teaching Middle School and Secondary English 3 hours
The study of methods, materials, practices and curriculum in secondary English classes. The course culminates with students demonstrating the abilities to plan, present and evaluate instructional experiences. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 35 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 368 - Teaching Speech and Theatre in Middle and Secondary Schools 3 hours
The study of the methods, materials, practices and curricula in secondary speech and theater courses. The course builds towards student competency in planning, assessment and standard teaching procedures in the discipline. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 369 - Teaching Business Education 3 hours
The study of methods, materials, practices and curriculum in secondary business classes. The course culminates with students demonstrating the abilities to plan, present and evaluate instructional experiences. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 375 - Advanced Content Methods 3 hours
The study of the methods, effective practices, strategies, curricula, and materials in the teaching of content area disciplines. The course builds on the foundations received in the content methods courses and provides synthesis through the teaching of a lesson and reflection. Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher Certification Program and EDUC 345 , EDUC 346 , EDUC 359 , EDUC 360 , EDUC 362 , EDUC 365 , EDUC 367 , EDUC 368 , or EDUC 369 . Includes field experience of 15 hours. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 380 - Diagnostic and Corrective Reading 3 hours
The study of reading remediation. Students evaluate procedures and demonstrate understanding of standardized tests and informal assessments for diagnosis. Students formulate a theoretical base for choosing diagnostic tools, interpreting evaluative data and identifying corrective strategies. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505; EDUC 322 /580 or EDUC 331 /558; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program or full MAT/M.Ed. status.
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EDUC 390 - Education and Psychology of the Exceptional Child 3 hours
The study of teaching children with exceptionalities. Students study the effects of exceptionality on children’s cognitive, affective, behavioral, social, and psychomotor behaviors.
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EDUC 391 - Child Psychology 3 hours
The study of children from conception to puberty. Students study maturational and environmental factors that shape the physical, cognitive, and social development of the child. Cross-listed as PSYC 391 . Prerequisite: PSYC 101 .
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EDUC 392 - Adolescent Psychology 3 hours
The study of youth from puberty to young adulthood. Students study maturational and environmental factors that shape the physical, cognitive, and social development of the youth. Special emphasis is focused on the transescent stage of development. Cross-listed as PSYC 392 . Prerequisite: PSYC 101 .
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EDUC 395 - Extended Field Experience 1 hour
This course is for students who are required to complete additional field experience as part of a professional improvement plan. Pre-service teachers, in their continuing practicum experiences, expand their knowledge of teaching through observation and participation in classroom activities. Successful completion of 15-45 clock hours in the field placement plus attendance at weekly seminar is required. May be repeated for a maximum of three semester hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 298 and EDUC 300 or Graduate standing, and acceptance to the Teacher Certification Program. Number of hours required is determined on an individual basis. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 398 - DAYSTAR Field Experience III 1 hour
Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and classroom teachers, expand their knowledge of teaching through observation and participation in classroom activities. Successful completion of 35 clock hours in a Level 4 field placement plus attendance at a weekly seminar is required. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. Prerequisites: Admission to the DAYSTAR Program, EDUC 198 , and EDUC 298 . Successful completion of 35 clock hours in a Level 4 field placement plus attendance at a weekly seminar is required. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 400 - Senior Seminar 3 hours
Integrative seminar culminating in a professional portfolio which demonstrates competency in major areas of theory and practice, accompanied by successful presentation. A minimum grade of C is required for graduation. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505, Senior standing, and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
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EDUC 420 - Student Teaching in the Elementary School 12 hours
Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and qualified classroom teachers, assume the duties and responsibilities of public school teachers including planning, presenting and evaluation of instruction and related responsibilities (16 weeks). Grade of B or higher required for certification. Prerequisites: Senior standing; admission to the Teacher Certification Program; completion of all coursework and specifications listed in the Student Teaching Program of this catalog. Student teachers must attend the required teaching seminars held at the college during the student teaching semester. Application must be completed one term prior to beginning student teaching. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 422 - Student Teaching in the Secondary School 12 hours
Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and qualified classroom teachers, assume the duties and responsibilities of public school teachers including planning, presenting and evaluation of instruction and related responsibilities (16 weeks). Grade of B or higher required for certification. Prerequisites: Senior standing; admission to the Teacher Certification Program; completion of all coursework and specifications listed in the Student Teaching Program of this catalog. Student teachers must attend the required teaching seminars held at the college during the student teaching semester. Application must be completed one term prior to beginning student teaching. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 424 - Student Teaching in the Middle School 12 hours
Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and qualified classroom teachers, assume the duties and responsibilities of public school teachers including planning, presenting and evaluation of instruction and related responsibilities (16 weeks). Grade of B or higher required for certification. Prerequisites: Senior standing; admission to the Teacher Certification Program; completion of all coursework and specifications listed in the Student Teaching Program of this catalog. Student teachers must attend the required teaching seminars held at the college during the student teaching semester. Application must be completed one term prior to beginning student teaching. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 426 - Student Teaching in Special Education 12 hours
Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and qualified classroom teachers, assume the duties and responsibilities of public school teachers including planning, presenting and evaluation of instruction and related responsibilities (16 weeks, eight weeks-elementary and eight weeks secondary). Grade of B or higher required for certification. Prerequisites: Senior standing; admission to the Teacher Certification Program; completion of all coursework and specifications listed in the Student Teaching Program of this catalog. Student teachers must attend the required teaching seminars held at the college during the student teaching semester. Application must be completed one term prior to beginning student teaching. $40 lab fee.
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EDUC 498 - Student Teaching for Paraprofessionals 12 hours
Paraprofessionals and other school employees who qualify can enroll in EDUC 498 . These school employees fully assume the duties and responsibilities of public school teachers including planning, presentation, and evaluation of instruction and related responsibilities. Grade of B or higher required for certification. Prerequisites: Senior standing; admission to the Teacher Certification Program; completion of all coursework and specifications listed in the Student Teaching Program of this catalog. This is a 16-week course. The application must be completed one term prior to beginning Student Teaching. $40 lab fee.
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English (ENGL) |
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ENGL 107 - Preparatory English Composition 3 hours
Extensive reading and writing practice with emphasis on paragraph organization and development leading to multiple-paragraph essays and engagement with outside ideas and texts. Systematic review of grammar, mechanics and sentence structure, integrated into the reading and writing process. Based on a grade of C or higher in this course, students may proceed to ENGL 111 . Placement by ACT English Score or by SAT Verbal Score: students whose ACT English Score is from 1 to 17 or whose SAT Verbal Score is from 300 to 420 shall be placed in ENGL 107 .
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ENGL 111 - English Composition I 3 hours
Introduction to academic writing with emphasis on the process required for producing polished, argumentative analyses of texts. Grade of C or higher required. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in ENGL 107 , or placement by ACT English Score or by SAT Verbal Score: students whose ACT English Score is from 18 to 29 or whose SAT Verbal Score is from 450 to 660 will be placed in ENGL 111 .
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ENGL 112 - English Composition II 3 hours
Continued practice of argumentative academic writing, applied to literary texts and culminating in a research paper. Students who do not earn a grade of C or higher must reenroll in ENGL 112 the succeeding term. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in ENGL 111 , or placement by ACT English Score or by SAT Verbal Score: students whose ACT English Score is from 30 to 36 or whose SAT Verbal Score is from 670 to 800 will be placed in ENGL 112 . G.E.
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ENGL 123 - Introduction to Mythology and Folklore 3 hours
Study of mythologies of various cultures especially Greek and Roman, but including Norse, Indian, Japanese, Chinese, Native American, African and Polynesian. G.E. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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ENGL 124 - The Bible as Literature 3 hours
A literary and historical approach to major Biblical selections and their influence on Western literature, culture and philosophy. Cross-listed as RELI 124 .
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ENGL 132 - Introduction to Shakespeare 3 hours
Beginning study of Shakespeare as a playwright.
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ENGL 190 - The Short Story 3 hours
Introduction to the study of fiction through the short story.
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ENGL 204 - Technical Writing 3 hours
Study of grammar and practice in writing class reports. Prerequisite: ENGL 112 or sophomore standing.
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ENGL 207 - Introduction to Creative Writing I-Multigenre 3 hours
Writing of fiction, creative non-fiction and poetry, including class criticism of student and professional work. Prerequisite: ENGL 112 .
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ENGL 210 - Introduction to Fiction 3 hours
A comprehensive introduction, within the traditional canon, to the elements and major writers of fiction of varying lengths. G.E.
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ENGL 211 - Introduction to Poetry 3 hours
A comprehensive introduction to the elements and major writers of poetry of varying lengths. G.E.
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ENGL 212 - Introduction to Drama 3 hours
A comprehensive introduction to the elements and major writers of drama of varying lengths. G.E.
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ENGL 231 - British Literature I 3 hours
Survey from Beowulf to late 18th-century British writers. Prerequisite: ENGL 112 . G.E.
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ENGL 232 - British Literature II 3 hours
Survey from Romantic period to present. Prerequisite: ENGL 112 . G.E.
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ENGL 233 - Topics 1-3 hours
Occasional offering
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ENGL 241 - American Literature I 3 hours
Survey of major American writers from Colonial to Realist figures. Prerequisite: ENGL 112 . G.E.
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ENGL 242 - American Literature II 3 hours
Survey of major American writers from Realist to Contemporary figures. Prerequisite: ENGL 112 . G.E.
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ENGL 263 - World Literature I 3 hours
European (non-British) and Asian literature from origins to the 14th century. Prerequisite: ENGL 112 . G.E. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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ENGL 264 - World Literature II 3 hours
Significant European (non-British) and Asian literature from the 14th century to the present. Prerequisite: ENGL 112 . G.E. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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ENGL 280 - Film and Literature 3 hours
Critical viewing of international films and study of relationships between film and literature. Prerequisite: ENGL 112 .
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ENGL 304 - 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. Cross-listed as COMM 304 . Prerequisites: ENGL 112 and either COMM 224 , ENGL 313 , ENGL 314 , or ENGL 315 .
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ENGL 311 - Descriptive Grammar of the English Language 3 hours
Study of the grammar (sounds, structures, sentences and dialects) of American English. Prerequisites: ENGL 112 , and a previous 200-level or higher ENGL course.
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ENGL 312 - The History of the English Language 3 hours
Study of the history and dialects of the English language. Prerequisites: ENGL 112 and a previous 200-level or higher ENGL course.
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ENGL 313 - Intermediate Creative Writing I-Fiction 3 hours
An intermediate workshop class in the writing of short fiction, including class criticism of student and professional work. Prerequisite: ENGL 207 .
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ENGL 314 - Intermediate Creative Writing II - Non-Fiction 3 hours
An intermediate workshop class in the writing of short creative non-fiction, including class criticism of student and professional work. Prerequisite: ENGL 207 .
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ENGL 315 - Intermediate Creative Writing III-Poetry 3 hours
An intermediate workshop class in the writing of poetry, including class criticism of student and professional work. Prerequisite: ENGL 207 .
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ENGL 323 - The Hero in Mythology 3 hours
Study of the hero in mythology from a cross-cultural perspective. Emphasis lies on examining, defining and discussing the hero from a cross-cultural, mythological perspective and determining the hero’s role in society today. Prerequisites: ENGL 112 and a previous 200-level or higher English course.
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ENGL 331 - Ethical Issues in Literature 3 hours
Analysis and evaluation of ethical issues and concerns depicted in the literary works of major international authors. Prerequisites: ENGL 112 , Junior standing.
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ENGL 333 - Topics 3 hours
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ENGL 350 - Major Literary Figures 3 hours
Study of the works of one-to-three major writers (e.g., Chaucer, Shakespeare, Mark Twain, Faulkner, Cervantes, or Melville and Whitman, Donne and Milton, Dante and Goethe, etc.). Prerequisites: ENGL 112 and a previous 200-level or higher ENGL course. May be taken more than once when the subject matter in the course varies.
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