May 21, 2024

2019-2020 Graduate Catalogue

2019-2020 Graduate Catalogue Archived Catalogue

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Creative Writing
	CRW 544 - Fiction Writing Workshop Course Description: Instruction in writing fiction, with classroom critique of students’ work and work by professionals. Includes study of publishing markets. M.F.A. students may repeat for credit up to twenty-one hours. Credit Hours: 1 To 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 21 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRW 545 - Forms of Creative Nonfiction Course Description: Craft-based instruction in specific formal issues in the tradition of nonfiction. Assignments will include original nonfiction, extensive reading, and may also include writing critiques, papers, exercises, etc. May be repeated once for credit. Credit Hours: 1 To 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRW 546 - Workshop Writing the Long Form Narrative I Course Description: Instruction in conceiving, outlining, and writing, a long-form prose project (novel, memoir, etc.) with special emphasis on structure and narrative design. Includes classroom critique of student writing as well as study of published novels and nonfiction texts, and writings on aesthetics. M.F.A. students may repeat once for credit. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRW 547 - Forms of Fiction Course Description: Craft-based instruction in specific formal issues in the tradition of fiction. Assignments will include original fiction, extensive reading, and may also include writing critiques, papers, exercise, etc. May be repeated once for credit. Credit Hours: 1 To 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRW 548 - Workshop in Writing the Long Form Narrative II Course Description: Instruction in developing, writing, and finishing, a long-form prose project (novel, memoir, etc.), with special emphasis on continuity and profluence. Includes classroom critique of student writing as well as study of published novels and nonfiction texts, and writings on aesthetics. M.F.A. students may repeat once for credit. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: CRW 546 with minimum grade of C Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: Prerequiste course or permission of instructor Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRW 550 - Workshop in Creative Nonfiction Course Description: Instruction in writing essays, articles, and/or memoirs, with classroom critique of students’ work and work by professionals. Includes study of publishing markets. M.F.A. students may repeat for credit up to twenty-one hours. Credit Hours: 1 To 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 21 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRW 560 - Publishing Practicum Course Description: Practical course in book publishing, in conjunction with the CRW Publishing Laboratory. Hands-on experience editing, designing, and producing publications and promotional materials for the Pub Lab imprint. M.F.A. students may repeat for credit without limit. Credit Hours: 1 To 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: CRW 523 and CRW 524 Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: Prerequiste courses or permission of instructor Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 15 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRW 580 - Special Studies in Creative Writing Course Description: Intensive examination of a particular subject in creative writing. Topics vary from semester to semester, and may include study of an author, literary movement or period. May be repeated under different subtitles for credit up to twenty-one hours. Credit Hours: 1 To 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 21 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRW 581 - Studies in International Writing and Translation Course Description: Intensive examination of specific formal issues in international writing and translation. Assignments will include extensive reading, and may also include translation projects, written critiques, papers, and exercises. May be repeated once for credit. Credit Hours: 1 To 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRW 591 - Directed Independent Study Course Description: Students must secure permission of the graduate coordinator. May be taken twice for credit. May not be taken concurrently with CRW 599 or used for thesis research. Credit Hours: 1 To 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRW 594 - Study Abroad Course Description: Specialized topics relating to creative writing studies taken abroad with UNCW faculty. May be repeated under different subtitles for credit up to nine hours. Credit Hours: 1 To 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 9 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Full-Time Enrollment Equivalent: Yes Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: Study Abroad Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRW 598 - Internship in Applied Creative Writing Course Description: Maximum hours for degree credit is six hours. Supervised professional experience in an area of creative writing studies including but not limited to editing, publishing, writing, writing instruction, and film production. Specific goals and assignments to be set and evaluated by instructor. Credit Hours: 1 To 6 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: 12 hours of graduate course credit or permission of instructor. Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Full-Time Enrollment Equivalent: Yes Additional Course Fees: Additional Fee - General Professional Internship Liability Insurance Additional Fee Amounts Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRW 599 - Thesis Course Description: Intensive research study of a topic selected by student and approved by a thesis committee. A scholarly oral presentation and defense of thesis is required. Credit Hours: 1 To 6 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Full-Time Enrollment Equivalent: Yes Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRW 600 - Continuous Enrollment in Creative Writing Course Description: This course is intended for degree or certificate seeking graduate students who have completed all course work required for their program, but have not finished exit requirement (comprehensive exam, oral and written exam, defense, etc.). Students may register for this course up to 3 times, beyond that, students should complete a form to request permission to extend continuous enrollment. A continuous enrollment form, which is located on the Graduate School website, must be completed to register for this course. Credit Hours: 0 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Repeat Limit: 2 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Full-Time Enrollment Equivalent: Yes Additional Course Fees: Continuous Enrollment Tuition Charge Additional Fee Amounts Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
Criminology
	CRM 500 - Social Research Methods Course Description: Analysis of process of social research in terms of problem definition, research design, data sources, and methods of data analysis. Emphasis will be placed on the application of research methods to practical problems. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 502 - Evaluation, Methods and Policy Course Description: Advanced research methods course focusing on the techniques and principles of evaluation research. Emphasis will be on methods of evaluation and research design, instrument development, data collection techniques within a public/applied setting. Additionally, students will become familiar with the policy implications and consequences of evaluation research. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 503 - Sociological Theory Course Description: Analysis of sociological theories and theoretical perspectives, with emphasis on their practical application to contemporary society. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 504 - Data Analysis Course Description: The purpose of this course is to instruct students in techniques of quantitative data analysis. It will explore techniques to describe and make inferences from univariate, bivariate and multivariate data. Students will learn to evaluate scholarly literature that makes use of such methods. They will also have the opportunity to apply these statistics to current social problems. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 505 - Pro Seminar Course Description: Focus on the professional role of social scientists in different types of organizational contexts as constrained by organizational policies and protocol, professional codes of ethics, budgets, client needs, politics, professional commitment, technology, inter-organizational linkages, and other considerations. Credit Hours: 1 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 506 - Qualitative Data Analysis Course Description: An introduction to qualitative methods of data gathering and analysis in sociology and criminology. Specific content will cover: participant observation, in-depth interviewing, content analysis, field methods. Students are required to collect and analyze qualitative data. A final research paper demonstrating these methods is required. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 507 - Community-Based Participatory Research Methods Course Description: Focus on engaged methodologies that facilitate community-based participatory research (CBPR). Attention will be given to the history of CBPR, ethics, logic and methods of community-based research, research design, conceptualization, measurement and sampling, modes of observation, data gathering and analysis and democratization of the research process through validating multiple forms of knowledge. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 509 - Seminar: Teaching in Higher Education Course Description: The purpose of this course is to provide graduate students with a basic foundation in preparation for teaching positions, post-graduation. The course will include the development of a course, learning skills related to teaching and becoming familiar with process of applying for an academic position. Students will develop course syllabi, guest lecture in a course as well as create a teaching portfolio. Credit Hours: 1 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: SOC 509 Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 510 - World Criminal Justice Systems Course Description: Comparative study of criminal justice systems throughout the world. Attention to historical, structural, political, legal and philosophical similarities and differences. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 512 - Seminar in Public Sociology/Criminology Course Description: An overview of the roots of public sociology/criminology and current debates surrounding public sociology/criminology. Methods, theory and praxis will be examined. Credit Hours: 1 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: SOC 512 Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 515 - Advanced Victimology Course Description: A sociological examination of victimization and formal responses to victimization. Empirical patterns of specific forms of victimization will be discussed, including: domestic violence, sexual violence, corporate violence, political violence, etc. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 516 - Crime and Social Control Course Description: A theoretical foundation for understanding formal social control strategies in response to crime patterns. Will present a history of incarceration, decarceration, diversion, and rehabilitation programs. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 517 - Death Penalty Course Description: A sociological examination of capital punishment in the USA. Emphasis will be placed on US Supreme Court decisions, sociological research on various aspects of deterrence, racial bias, public opinion, and wrongful convictions. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 530 - Restorative Justice Course Description: Restorative justice practices will be examined theoretically, empirically, and historically. Emphasis will be placed on Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States. Specific content includes: juvenile crime, violence against women, aboriginal/indigenous justice, victims and offenders needs. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 535 - Sociology of Deviant Behavior Course Description: Examines what comes to be considered, and treated, as deviant behavior in historical, cultural, and societal context, linking theories as to the causes and appropriate management of deviant behavior to changes in that larger context. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 540 - Race, Class, Gender and Crime Course Description: Examines the intersection of race, class, and gender with regard to criminal offending and victimization. Emphasis will be placed on the application of criminological theory to the explanation of variations in patterns of crime in relation to race, class, and gender. Additionally, this course will examine the policy implications of the current explanations. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 549 - Sociology of Law Course Description: Review of theoretical and empirical developments in the sociology of law, including classical and modern sociological theories of law and selected sociological themes of law in various social settings. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 560 - Interpersonal Violence Course Description: A sociological approach to the study of interpersonal violence, including discussion of theory, methods, and empirical findings of structural, cultural, and situational criminological research on the topic. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 561 - Seminar in Criminology Course Description: An overview of breadth of topics that comprise the discipline of criminology, with emphases on theoretical explanations and the various reactions to crime in society. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: SOC 561 Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 570 - Drug Problems and Crime Course Description: Results from numerous studies have found illicit drugs, especially illicit drug sales, are linked to a myriad of crime, especially violent crime. The role of drugs in crime events and patterns of use are a focus of the course. Additionally, the topics of addiction, drug markets, both national and international and drug policy implementation and change will be addressed. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 580 - Social Justice Course Description: A sociological examination of social justice, and policies that proclaim to promote social justice in the United States. The class examines various forms of institutionalized inequality on the basis of social class, race/ethnicity, gender, and sexuality. Social policy solutions are also examined. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 585 - Communities and Crime Course Description: The course is designed to immerse students in research and policies related to communities and crime. The course will cover classic and contemporary contributions from the social sciences, with a primary focus on crime and place across American space along with occasional stops outside the U.S. borders. The course will also examine how communities deal with, and are affected by, crime and criminal offenders. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 591 - Directed Independent Study Course Description: Involves investigation under faculty supervision beyond what is offered in existing courses. Credit Hours: 1 To 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: Permission of instructor. Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 15 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: SOC 591 Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 592 - Special Topics in Criminology and Public Sociology Course Description: Intensive study of selected topics in criminology and/or public sociology. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 598 - Research Internship Course Description: Supervised participation in field experience, includes written final research report. Credit Hours: 6 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: Permission from instructor and successful defense of internship proposal. Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 99 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Full-Time Enrollment Equivalent: Yes Additional Course Fees: Additional Fee - General Professional Internship Liability Insurance Additional Fee Amounts Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	CRM 599 - Thesis Course Description: Intensive study of a topic selected by the student and approved by thesis committee. Credit Hours: 1 To 6 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: Successful defense of thesis proposal. Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Full-Time Enrollment Equivalent: Yes Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
Data Science
	DSC 501 - Introduction to Computational Data Science I Course Description: Concepts in computational data science. Topics include data structures; program control structures; objects and functions; SQL; data modeling; data cleaning. Six lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week for each week of the half-semester session. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: DSC 511 Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: MS Data Science Program Fee Additional Fee Amounts Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	DSC 502 - Introduction to Computational Data Science II Course Description: Concepts in computational data science. Topics include data cleaning; object-oriented programming; algorithm design and analysis; software engineering concepts; cloud computing; machine learning, data mining; and data visualization. Six lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week for each week of the half-semester session. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: DSC 512 Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	DSC 511 - Fundamentals of Statistics for Data Course Description: A review of statistical methods including: levels of measurement; measures of center, variability and association; confidence intervals and hypothesis tests (parametric and non-parametric); and associated visualizations. All concepts coded in SAS and based on data from various sources; therefore, in addition to the statistical methods, programming concepts include reading and writing data from and to raw text files, spreadsheets and relational databases. Six lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week for each week of the half-semester session. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: DSC 501 Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	DSC 512 - Linear Methods for Data Science Course Description: Linear methods including: linear algebra, linear regression, multiple linear regression, regression diagnostics, logistic regression. All concepts coded in SAS and based on data from various sources; therefore, in addition to the statistical methods, programming concepts include reading and writing data from and to raw text files, spreadsheets and relational databases. Six lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week for each week of the half-semester session. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: DSC 502 Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	DSC 521 - Machine Learning I Course Description: Introduction to machine learning and applications with implementation in computer languages such as Python, R, SAS, and Matlab. Topics include review of linear algebra, basic optimization techniques, and classification and clustering algorithms such as principal component analysis, singular value decomposition, decision trees, and neural networks. Six lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week for each week of the half-semester session. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: MS Data Science Program Fee Additional Fee Amounts Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	DSC 522 - Machine Learning II Course Description: Advanced topics in machine learning and applications with implementation in computer languages such as Python, R, SAS, and Matlab. Topics include statistical approaches, kernel methods, convolutional neural networks and support vectors machines. Six lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week for each week of the half-semester session. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	DSC 531 - Generalized Linear Models Course Description: Introduction to generalization of ordinary linear regression and applications with implementation in computer languages such as Python, R, SAS, and Matlab. Estimated parameters with maximum likelihood, maximum quasi-likelihood, or Bayesian techniques. Learn when to apply common distributions for typical uses and their canonical link functions. Six lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week for each week of the half-semester session. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	DSC 532 - Categorical Data Analysis Course Description: Introduction to analysis of categorical data and applications with implementation in computer languages such as Python, R, SAS, and Matlab. Develop proficiency in one-way to n-way frequency and contingency (crosstabulation) tables. Advance skills in logistic models with binary, ordinal, or nominal dependent variables. Six lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week for each week of the half-semester session. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	DSC 541 - Practicum in Data Science I Course Description: A team-based learning experience that gives students the opportunity to participate in real-world data science projects using data from program partners in industry and academia. This may take the form of an internship if it is pre-approved by the graduate coordinator and the course instructor. Credit Hours: 1 TO 6 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	DSC 542 - Practicum in Data Science II Course Description: A team-based learning experience that gives students the opportunity to participate in real-world data science projects using data from program partners in industry and academia. This may take the form of an internship if it is pre-approved by the graduate coordinator and the course instructor. This is a continuation of DSC 541. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 3 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	DSC 551 - Spatial-Temporal Analysis Course Description: An introduction to the analysis of longitudinal data. Topics include stationary and non-stationary time series, analysis of trends using regression methods, ARIMA model specification, forecasting, spectral analysis and analysis of temporal data that has a spatial component. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 3 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: MS Data Science Program Fee Additional Fee Amounts Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	DSC 592 - Special Topics Course Description: Advanced and trending topics of interest in Data Science not covered in existing courses. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 3 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
Departmental Study Abroad
	EXC 594 - Departmental Study Abroad Course Description: Please enter a description Credit Hours: 1 To 6 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 12 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: Study Abroad Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
Economics
	ECN 525 - Environmental Economics Course Description: Application of economic principles at the graduate level to environmental problems and alternative solutions. Analysis will utilize principles such as property rights, cost benefit analysis, externalities, public goods, and non-market valuation. Issues considered include pollution and solid waste management, sustainability, damage assessment, land use change, and environmental amenity valuation. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	ECN 528 - Regional Economics Course Description: Application of economic principles at the graduate level to the understanding of municipal and regional economies. Policy topics include land use and zoning, infrastructure, growth and development incentives, transportation, housing, public amenities and the environment. Introduction to economic impact and Geographic Information System software tools used in regional economic analysis. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	ECN 530 - Natural Resource Economics Course Description: Economic principles are developed and applied to public and private decisions involving the use and allocation of natural resources. After a review of markets, the theoretical foundations for economics effciency and optimal use of natural resources are developed and applied to policy areas such as forests, fisheries, land use, minerals, water, and global issues, with special attention given to coastal and marine resources. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	ECN 591 - Directed Independent Study Course Description: Involves investigation under faculty supervision beyond what is offered in existing courses. Credit Hours: 1 To 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: Permission of instructor. Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 3 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
Education
	EDN 500 - Human Development and Learning Course Description: Designed to provide foundations for decision–making in teaching and education, this course will focus on patterns of physical and social development and on types of learning. Activities will include analysis, discussion, and application. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 501 - Budget and Finance for Early Childhood Programs Course Description: This course will cover the development and management of program budgets, resource identification and resource development for both for-profits and not-for-profit organizations. Budget forecasting, strategic planning, and capital development will be covered. Students will learn how to identify and write grants for additional funding, how to manage charitable donations, and establish fiscal responsibility processes for the organization. Students will design tools to evaluate programs for funding, expansion, or termination. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 3 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 502 - Advanced Culturally Relevant Curriculum and Instruction for Early Childhood and Elementary Programs Course Description: This course critically examines culturally relevant curriculum and instruction for children in early education settings. Students consider a variety of current models used internationally; the adaptations of these models in US schools; and the use of child-centered instructional strategies in all models. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: EDN 503 or equivalent Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 3 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: Additional Fee - General Professional Internship Liability Insurance Additional Fee Amounts Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 503 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education Course Description: This introduction course is designed for students who are interested in early childhood and early intervention as professional careers. It examines the theoretical bases for teaching and early intervention with young children (birth through five years old) and their families. Content includes an overview of the historical roots, current issues, program models, and goals of early childhood education as well as an introduction to the professional standards and organizations. Particular emphasis is placed on environments and interactions that are responsive to children’s developmental, individual, and cultural needs. Field experiences required. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 504 - Seminar in International Education Course Description: Will focus on country-specific culture and cross-cultural experiences in education. The major emphasis of this course will be on the presentation of education practices unique to a particular country or region. Credit Hours: 1 To 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 505 - Public Policy and Advocacy for Children and Families Course Description: This course covers the process for developing and establishing policies on a national, state, and local basis that influence decisions that impact children and families. It will also address global policies on young children and families for comparison with the United States. Students will develop strategies for influencing public policy and regulation through advocacy and resources available to support change. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 3 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 506 - Advanced Methods of Secondary Instruction Course Description: Examination of students’ understanding as a primary outcome of teaching with development of the teacher as a researcher. Emphasis on reflective practice and application of theory in planning, curriculum development, instructional strategies, selection of appropriate instructional materials, and appropriate use of technology. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 507 - ESL Topics for Non-ESL Teachers Course Description: This course will introduce K-12 educators to the field of English as a second language, including issues of cross-cultural communication, ESL methodology, assessment and curriculum adaptation. In this course, students will be required to analyze research related to English language learners and critically reflect on data presented. A 10-hour field experience is required. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: EDN 470 Additional Course Fees: Additional Fee - General Professional Internship Liability Insurance Additional Fee Amounts Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 508 - Advanced Diverse Learners Course Description: Students explore the purposes of the elementary school in today’s society. They investigate various philosophical stances used to design programs and select practices that will meet the needs of diverse learners. Students study the social contexts of schools and its impact on teaching and learning. Current issues and possible solutions are identified. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 509 - Education in a Multicultural Context Course Description: Examines the factors affecting the achievement of equal educational opportunities for all students, including those of race, ethnicity, class and gender. Emphasizes awareness and understanding of culturally diverse students, and develops skills to enhance their educational environments. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 510 - Internship in Leadership, Policy, Advocacy Course Description: This course will provide students with an opportunity to apply what they have learned in their graduate studies to a community-based program or agency that supports families and young children. Students may take two sections of this course for a total of six credits toward the degree. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: Additional Fee - General Professional Internship Liability Insurance Additional Fee Amounts Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 511 - ESL Issues: Culture, Policy and Advocacy Course Description: Students will be introduced to the field of English as a second language. Students will research the cultural, social, legal, and political contexts of working with English language learners from both historical and critical perspectives. Students will use a social justice framework to investigate and compare how ELLs interact in academic environments. Requirements include a 10-hour participatory observation experience where students will investigate how ELLs and their families relate to the schools and communities in which they live. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: Additional Fee - General Professional Internship Liability Insurance Additional Fee Amounts Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 512 - Historical and Contemporary Issues and Trends in Early Childhood Education Course Description: This course is designed to introduce the professionals who want to advance their knowledge and skills in early childhood field to the current as well as historical issues and trends impacting young children and their families. Through assigned readings, classroom discussions and various assignments, social, political, cultural, racial and economic roots of those issues and trends are studied. A special focus is given to developing an insight about the implications for the future of teaching and caring of young children and serving their families. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 513 - Organizational Development for Early Childhood Programs Course Description: This course is designed to provide school leaders with the conceptual and analytic tools necessary to design and evaluate classroom instruction and school-wide instruction improvement efforts. Instructionall units will examine principles of instructional Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 3 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 514 - Advanced Teaching of the Arts (K-6) Course Description: This course lays the theoretical and pedagogical groundwork for the advanced study of arts integration in the elementary classroom. it is designed to provide candidates experiences with integrating visual arts, music, drama, dance and movement when planning, integrating, and teaching all content areas to elementary students. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 515 - The Art and Science of Technical Assistance in Early Childhood Course Description: This course will equip early childhood technical assistance practitioners with the skills and knowledge necessary to support quality improvement across an array of early care and education settings. Students will learn to incorporate the North Carolina Technical Assistance Framework and Domains in their work supporting, mentoring, and coaching early care and education professionals. Students will develop through coursework and demonstrate through real-world examples their knowledge of technical assistance theory and their skills in applying technical assistance models and strategies to their work supporting ECE professionals. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Maximum Repeatable Hours: 3 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 516 - Second Language Acquisition Research and Theory Course Description: Students investigate and research important aspects of first and second language acquisition. Topics include how first language acquisition can impact second language acquisition, current research in both fields, the progression of theoretical developments in the field of Second Language Acquisition and how these developments compare to those in the field of educational psychology. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 517 - Methods for Second Language Learners Course Description: Students will critically examine the instructional cycle used with English as a second language students. Topics include the design and implementation of instruction. The course includes a 30 hour field experience component. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: EDN 511 and EDN 516 Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: Additional Fee - General Professional Internship Liability Insurance Additional Fee Amounts Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 518 - English as a Second Language Assessment Course Description: In this course, students will explore issues related to the assessment of non-native speakers of English. Topics addressed include program evaluation, classroom assessment, issues related to standardized assessment, and language proficiency assessment. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: EDN 511 and EDN 516 and EDN 517 Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 519 - Pedagogical Grammar for Teachers Course Description: Students will investigate concepts and theories connected to the structure and components of the English language. Students will learn how to analyze the grammar of the English language in order to design, implement and assess instruction. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 520 - Instructional Development Course Description: Designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required for designing and evaluating instructional plans, units and educational programs. This course will include concern for such topics as types of learning, learning hierarchies, task analysis, educational goal and objective formulation, assessing learner entry skills, and evaluation. The course will include a variety of activities with a strong emphasis on group problem solving and individual projects. Students will undertake projects relevant to their in-school experiences. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 521 - Diverse Families and Children in Communities Course Description: This course is designated to provide an overview of key theories and concepts in cultural diversity, and specifically examine the role of culture in shaping perspectives, experiences and opportunities of families and communities. The impact of social context factors such as race, ethnicity, culture, gender and economic status, religion, sexual orientation, and ability on knowledge bases, socialization and residential patterns and educational opportunity will also be studied as well as implications for access, equity, and equality in communities and society. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 522 - Public Policy and Advocacy for Children and Families Course Description: Designed to provide students with the theory and practical skills necessary for selecting, producing, and evaluating instructional materials. Students will learn to produce and use a variety of audio–visual materials including graphics, transparencies, slides, and videotapes. Instruction in operating and troubleshooting equipment also will be treated. The primary goal of this course is to develop confidence and competency in the media area. This course will include lectures and a workshop format. During the course students will produce media materials for an instructional unit. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Maximum Repeatable Hours: 3 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 523 - Advanced Administration of Early Childhood Programs Course Description: The critical examination of advanced administrative and global perspectives within the field of early childhood. Self-reflection and goal setting are an intricate portion of this course to develop self-direction and goal setting for those whom are already Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 3 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 524 - Action Research for Elementary Educators Course Description: This course will prepare elementary teachers to conduct action research in their educational settings for the purpose of systemic improvement of teaching and learning. Students will learn how to become effective decision makers in the design, implementation, and evaluation of research in order to positively impact learning. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 525 - Tests, Measures, and Measurements in Education Course Description: Designed to develop a conceptual framework for obtaining and interpreting data about behavioral and psychological traits of persons that may be needed for a variety of purposes. Particular attention will be given to developing understanding of validity of measures for the intended purposes and for assessing the trait that is intended to be measured. Students will learn to make judgments of validity of testing systems and to develop valid tests and testing systems. Mathematical and statistical tools will be studied for analyzing items, tests, and scores and students will practice their use. Students will learn to use computers for test development, and test administration, and to analyze records of performance on tests. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: EDN 301 with minmum grade of C and EDN 520 with minimum grade of C Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: Prerequiste courses or permission of instructor Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 526 - Advanced Island Ecology for Educators Course Description: Through interaction with resources and experts, students will develop readily accessible, web-based materials through engagement in field based exploration of plants and animals of coastal ecosystems and environmental issues. Students are expected to demonstrate breadth and depth of content knowledge and research necessary for pedagogical content implementation for effective instructional decision making. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: EVS 526 Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 528 - Secondary School Organization Course Description: Please enter a description. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 529 - Special Topics in Elementary Curriculum Course Description: Students examine the negotiated set of beliefs about what elementary students should know and be able to master. State and national mandates are explored through the examination of contemporary contexts that influence curriculum and shape the educational climate. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may be repeated Maximum Repeatable Hours: 6 ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 532 - Comparative Studies in Early Childhood Education Course Description: Designed to provide information for comparing and contrasting preschools from an international perspective, this course will include an in–depth cross–cultural survey of early childhood education in selected countries. The history of philosophical thoughts, the political and socio–economic changes and research efforts from these selected countries of interest to American early childhood educators will be studied and discussed. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 533 - Early Childhood Education in Focus Course Description: Designed to develop the ability to look to current trends and issues in early childhood education. Objectively, this course will include critical analysis of present exemplary programs, practices, resources, and legislation related to early childhood education. The student will be involved in identifying unresolved issues in early childhood education and writing position papers about these issues. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 536 - Disciplinary Literacies Course Description: Exploration of theory and research in disciplinary literacies. Review how reading specialists work collaboratively with K-12 teachers as they create classroom cultures wherein students may be successfully engaged in academic literacies. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 537 - Linguistics for Teachers Course Description: A study of current American English and of the principles of analysis of spoken and written language; emphasis on understanding that nature and structure of the language that students bring into the classroom. Includes exploration of language-related educational issues such as bilingualism, dialects, and disorders. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 538 - Teaching Writing from a Writer’s Perspective Course Description: Experience the writing process from a personal and professional stance. Examine current methods of teaching and evaluating writing, including the influence of technology. Explore writing as a purposeful approach to learning and teaching. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 540 - Adolescent Literature Course Description: A comprehensive study of literature appropriate for the middle grades, its value in the school curriculum and its importance in fulfilling intellectual, emotional, and cultural needs of young people. Evaluation and bibliography are emphasized; classroom techniques and the use of related materials are covered. Projects related to instructional preparation and student activities are required. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 541 - The Role of Literature in Learning and the Curriculum Course Description: Familiarize teachers with the wealth of children and adolescent literature available to students in preschool through high school. Theories and research-based strategies for using literature to inform and support diverse students’ language and literacy development are introduced and demonstrated through the extensive study of each genre. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 542 - Advanced Teaching of Mathematics in the Elementary Classroom Course Description: This course will address instructional principles, research, and methods supporting the mathematical learning of all children including fostering mathematical understanding via the Standards for Mathematical Practice. The current social, political, and economic trends in local, state, national and international settings will also be explored. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: EDN 442 Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 543 - Advanced Teaching of Social Studies in the Elementary Classroom Course Description: This course explores contemporary research, practices, and issues in social studies education with emphasis on enhancing the global dimension in the elementary school curriculum. Candidates design an integrated unit of study reflecting strong content knowledge, the integration of digital tools for teaching and learning, and the use of authentic assessment methods. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 544 - Advanced Teaching of Science in the Elementary Classroom Course Description: This course will focus on current topics in science education as well as the use of effective instructional strategies to teach science in a K-6 classroom. These strategies are based on a theoretical and conceptual framework that addresses the current goals of K-6 science and applies research to real-world experiences to improve classroom practice through action. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: EDN 444 Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 545 - Black Literature and Resources for Teachers Course Description: A survey of black literature, including the examination of materials published for classroom use in the public schools and the authors who have made contributions to this field. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 548 - Advanced Teaching of Language and Literacy in the Elementary Classroom Course Description: This course lays on the theoretical and pedagogical foundation for the advanced study of Language Arts. It focuses on curriculum, assessment, and instructional methods at the elementary level. Candidates will explore a variety of strategies and engagements that contribute to literacy competence in elementary students. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 549 - Middle School Education Course Description: Study of educational programs for upper elementary education (junior high, middle school, intermediate school). Review of learning, physical, and social characteristics of “transescents” and historical and current approaches to their education. Comparison and contrast of curriculum, instruction, administrative and organizational features of exemplary and typical intermediate, middle and junior high schools. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.
	EDN 550 - Nature and Needs of Children with Exceptionalities Course Description: Designed to provide a comprehensive survey of the major categories of children with exceptionalities. Emphasis will be on characteristics, etiology, educational procedures, and psycho–social implications. Activities will include lecture, discussion, and practical applications of concepts and strategies. Designed for majors in general education programs. Credit Hours: 3 Corequisite Courses: None Prerequisite Courses: None Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION Equivalent Courses: None Undergraduate Crosslisting: None Additional Course Fees: None Course Attribute: None Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule.

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CRW 544 - Fiction Writing Workshop

CRW 545 - Forms of Creative Nonfiction

CRW 546 - Workshop Writing the Long Form Narrative I

CRW 547 - Forms of Fiction

CRW 548 - Workshop in Writing the Long Form Narrative II

CRW 550 - Workshop in Creative Nonfiction

CRW 560 - Publishing Practicum

CRW 580 - Special Studies in Creative Writing

CRW 581 - Studies in International Writing and Translation

CRW 591 - Directed Independent Study

CRW 594 - Study Abroad

CRW 598 - Internship in Applied Creative Writing

CRW 599 - Thesis

CRW 600 - Continuous Enrollment in Creative Writing

CRM 500 - Social Research Methods

CRM 502 - Evaluation, Methods and Policy

CRM 503 - Sociological Theory

CRM 504 - Data Analysis

CRM 505 - Pro Seminar

CRM 506 - Qualitative Data Analysis

CRM 507 - Community-Based Participatory Research Methods

CRM 509 - Seminar: Teaching in Higher Education

CRM 510 - World Criminal Justice Systems

CRM 512 - Seminar in Public Sociology/Criminology

CRM 515 - Advanced Victimology

CRM 516 - Crime and Social Control

CRM 517 - Death Penalty

CRM 530 - Restorative Justice

CRM 535 - Sociology of Deviant Behavior

CRM 540 - Race, Class, Gender and Crime

CRM 549 - Sociology of Law

CRM 560 - Interpersonal Violence

CRM 561 - Seminar in Criminology

CRM 570 - Drug Problems and Crime

CRM 580 - Social Justice

CRM 585 - Communities and Crime

CRM 591 - Directed Independent Study

CRM 592 - Special Topics in Criminology and Public Sociology

CRM 598 - Research Internship

CRM 599 - Thesis

DSC 501 - Introduction to Computational Data Science I

DSC 502 - Introduction to Computational Data Science II

DSC 511 - Fundamentals of Statistics for Data

DSC 512 - Linear Methods for Data Science

DSC 521 - Machine Learning I

DSC 522 - Machine Learning II

DSC 531 - Generalized Linear Models

DSC 532 - Categorical Data Analysis

DSC 541 - Practicum in Data Science I

DSC 542 - Practicum in Data Science II

DSC 551 - Spatial-Temporal Analysis

DSC 592 - Special Topics

EXC 594 - Departmental Study Abroad

ECN 525 - Environmental Economics

ECN 528 - Regional Economics

ECN 530 - Natural Resource Economics

ECN 591 - Directed Independent Study

EDN 500 - Human Development and Learning

EDN 501 - Budget and Finance for Early Childhood Programs

EDN 502 - Advanced Culturally Relevant Curriculum and Instruction for Early Childhood and Elementary Programs

EDN 503 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education

EDN 504 - Seminar in International Education

EDN 505 - Public Policy and Advocacy for Children and Families

EDN 506 - Advanced Methods of Secondary Instruction

EDN 507 - ESL Topics for Non-ESL Teachers

EDN 508 - Advanced Diverse Learners

EDN 509 - Education in a Multicultural Context

EDN 510 - Internship in Leadership, Policy, Advocacy

EDN 511 - ESL Issues: Culture, Policy and Advocacy

EDN 512 - Historical and Contemporary Issues and Trends in Early Childhood Education

EDN 513 - Organizational Development for Early Childhood Programs

EDN 514 - Advanced Teaching of the Arts (K-6)

EDN 515 - The Art and Science of Technical Assistance in Early Childhood

EDN 516 - Second Language Acquisition Research and Theory

EDN 517 - Methods for Second Language Learners

EDN 518 - English as a Second Language Assessment

EDN 519 - Pedagogical Grammar for Teachers

EDN 520 - Instructional Development

EDN 521 - Diverse Families and Children in Communities