Jun 26, 2024

Undergraduate Catalog 2017 - 2018

Undergraduate Catalog 2017 - 2018 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Spanish
	SPN 300 - Practicum In Spanish [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Permission of instructor, departmental approval. Specially arranged projects or supervised experiences for non-native speakers in Spanish conducted in the university and in the community. Examples include special work in the Instructional Media Laboratory. Or participation in a Spanish-language play, and a study or service project involving fieldwork in one of the Spanish communities. Projects arranged between individual students and instructors; title of the project will appear on the student’s transcript. Available on S/U basis only. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 301 - Advanced Spanish: Oral Skills Emphasis [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: SPN 201, 202 or the equivalent or permission of the instructor. Advanced conversation and composition; improvement of all language skills and knowledge of grammar, with special emphasis on development of oral skills. General Education Category: Speaking Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 302 - Advanced Spanish: Writing Skills Emphasis [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. SPN 201, 202 or the equivalent or permission of the instructor. Advanced conversation and composition; improvement of all language skills and knowledge of grammar, with special emphasis on development of writing skills. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 304 - Advanced Speaking in Spanish for Health Sciences [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Completion of SPN 202 with C or better or equivalent. This course focuses on advanced speaking and conversation skills in Spanish for Health Science students. It is a course which includes intensive practice and activities, in class and in the community, aiming at potentially developing students’ Spanish speaking skills in medical related fields. Semesters Offered: Every Fall General Education Category: Speaking Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 305 - Advanced Writing in Spanish for Health Sciences [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Gen Ed Eng/Comp, Completion of SPN 202 with C or better or equivalent. This course focuses on advanced writing skills in Spanish with a special training in medical related texts. It is composed of in class sessions and field work sessions. The course provides intensive training in writing short essays in Spanish (i.e. descriptive, narrative, etc). Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 315 - Introduction to Spanish Linguistics [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Two from SPN 201, SPN 202 and SPN 203, and sophomore standing, or permission of instructor. Introduction to the field of linguistics: phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, history of the language, and the status of Spanish in a global world. Required for majors and students seeking teaching licensure in Spanish. Linguistic Studies course. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 340 - Field Study [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Must have sophomore standing or permission of instructor. Study abroad in a Western hemisphere Spanish-speaking country such as Mexico, under the auspices of CSU Spanish Section faculty. Program and course content vary annually. Consult an advisor in Spanish for current information. May be repeated for credit. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 341 - Spanish Field Study [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Permission of instructor or at least sophomore standing. Study abroad in Spain under the auspices of CSU Spanish Section faculty. Program and course content vary annually. Consult an advisor in Spanish for current information. May be repeated for credit. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 345 - Society and Culture of Spain [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Two from SPN 201, SPN 202, SPN 203 and sophomore standing, or permission of instructor. Historical interpretation of Spain through the study of geography, religion, sociology, and the arts of the Iberian Peninsula. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 346 - Latin American Society and Culture [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Two from SPN 201, SPN 202, SPN 203 and sophomore standing, or permission of instructor. Introduction to the historical, political, sociological, cultural, and artistic development of Latin America. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 371 - Reading Literature from Spain [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Gen Ed Eng/Comp., and SPN 302 with C or better or equivalent. A general survey to study the literature of Spain. It aims to help students read, appreciate, and analyze literature in Spanish in all genres. To that end, we will study poetry, narrative, drama, and film from Spain. We will also study an outline of Spanish literary history in the major genres. Semesters Offered: Every Fall General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 372 - Reading Latin American Literature [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Gen Ed Eng/Comp., and SPN 302 with C or better or equivalent. A general survey of Latin American literature. It aims to help students read, appreciate, and analyze literature in Spanish in all genres. To that end, students will study poetry, narrative, drama, and film from Latin America, as well as the literary history in the major genres. Semesters Offered: Every Spring General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 373 - Introduction to Reading Literature in Spanish [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. SPN 201, SPN 202, or permission of the instructor. This course introduces students to the literary genres and main literary movements and authors in the Spanish speaking world. Semesters Offered: Every Spring General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 392 - Special Topics: Study Abroad [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: SPN 301. Study of a particular topic in Spanish language, literature, or civilization as part of the university’s Study Abroad Program. May be repeated with a change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 393 - Special Topics In Spanish [1-3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: SPN 301, must have at least sophomore standing. Intensive study of a particular topic in Spanish language, literature, or civilization. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 396 - Independent In Spanish [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Student must have sophomore, junior, or senior standing. Proposed projects must be approved by a full-time department faculty member (who will serve as the project advisor) and the department chairman. Student-initiated supervised projects involving Spanish language or literature, such as in-depth study of a particular writer, or special readings in linguistics. Independent study may be used to cover the materials of a listed course not offered in a given year. Projects arranged between individual students and instructor; title of project will appear on the student’s transcript. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 397 - Spanish Medical Terminology [1 credit(s)] Prerequisites: SPN 302, 305 or permission from instructor. This class helps students to be familiarized with medical terminology in Spanish. The course will focus on acquiring new vocabulary and using the new vocabulary for practical reasons such as interpreting, translation and oral presentations. This course is mostly an independent course. Students will meet with instructor for consultation, and for completing some of the tasks required for the class. Semesters Offered: When demand is sufficient Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 400 - Practicum In Spanish [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Permission of instructor, departmental approval, at least sophomore standing. Specially arranged projects or supervised experiences for non-native speakers in Spanish conducted in the university and in the community. Examples include special work in the Instructional Media Laboratory. Or participation in a Spanish-language play, and a study or service project involving fieldwork in one of the Spanish communities. Projects arranged between individual students and instructors; title of the project will appear on the student’s transcript. Available on S/U basis only. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 402 - Advanced Grammar and Stylistics [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. Either SPN 301, SPN 302, or SPN 303, or permission of instructor. Attention to the fine points of grammar in Spanish, with an emphasis on the development of oral and written expression reflecting Spanish language patterns. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 416 - Studies In Spanish Linguistics [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: SPN 315 and sophomore standing, or permission of instructor. Analysis of aspects of Spanish grammar or usage from the perspective of modern linguistics. May be repeated for credit with a change of topic. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 417 - History of the Spanish Language [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Gen Ed Eng/Comp, SPN 315, and sophomore standing, or permission of instructor. Survey of the development of the Spanish language from Roman times to the present day. Semesters Offered: When demand is sufficient General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 418 - Spanish Sociolinguistics [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ENG 101/102, SPN 302, SPN 315 or permission from instructor. This class helps students to be acquainted with the different dialects of the Spanish speaking world, as well as with some linguistic phenomena that characterize some of the dialects. Students will be familiarized with Spanish dialectology and sociolinguistics research, and will be capable of doing field work to collect data for their own linguistic project. In addition, students will be able to collaborate in a major research project with the supervision of the professor, who will function as the main researcher. Semesters Offered: Spring - even years General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 419 - Spanish Applied Linguistics [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Gen Ed Eng/Comp, SPN 302, SPN 315 or permission from instructor. This course provides a comprehensive knowledge of Spanish grammar from the perspective of second language acquisition, with a special focus on grammatical distinctions that are more challenging. Students also have the opportunity to be exposed to the different theories for teaching a second language, and general theory in applied linguistics. Semesters Offered: Spring - odd years General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 440 - Field Study [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and sophomore standing. Study abroad in a Western hemisphere Spanish-speaking country such as Mexico, under the auspices of CSU Spanish Section faculty. Program and course content vary annually. Consult an advisor in Spanish for current information. May be repeated for credit. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 441 - Spanish Field Study [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and sophomore standing. Study abroad in Spain under the auspices of CSU Spanish Section faculty. Program and course content vary annually. Consult an advisor in Spanish for current information. May be repeated for credit. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 445 - Studies In Spanish Civilization [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: SPN 345 or SPN 346 and sophomore standing, or permission of instructor. Study of the civilization or culture of a particular period or topic, such as “20th-Century Politics in Context,” or “Civil War in Film and Art.” Topics to be announced. May be repeated for credit with a change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 446 - Studies In Spanish American Civilization [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: SPN 345 or SPN 346 and sophomore standing, or permission of instructor. Study of the civilization or culture of a particular period or topic, such as “Colonial Culture,” “Caudillismo,” “Art in the Caribbean,” or “Writers of Spanish America.” Topics to be announced. May be repeated for credit with a change of topic. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 466 - Silver & Gold [3 credit(s)] Prequisites: SPN 302 and 373, or permission of instructor. This course introduces students to two of the most fertile periods in Spanish literary history, the Golden Age (“Siglo de Oro”) and the Silver Age (“Edad de Plata”), and focuses on major social, religious, and philosophical themes, in addition to issues of canonization in literary history. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 470 - Fantastic Literature [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Gen Ed Eng/Comp, SPN 302 & 373, or permission of instructor. This class surveys fantastic literature (or “literature of the fantastic”) from Spain and Latin America and discusses the various meaning of the genre in a variety of social, political, and historical contexts. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 483 - Studies In Spanish Literature [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. SPN 371 or SPN 372 and sophomore standing, or permission of instructor. Study of a particular period, author, or theme, such as “The Picaresque Novel,” “The Generation of 98,” “Galdos,” “Garc!a Lorca,” “Dynamic Women in Drama.” Topics to be announced in course schedules. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 484 - Studies In Spanish American Literature [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: SPN 371 or SPN 372 and sophomore standing, or permission of instructor. Study of a particular period, author or theme, such as “Romanticism,” “Modernism,” “Dario,” “Garc!a Marquez,” “Magic Realism.” Topics to be announced. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 491H - H: Senior Honors Project [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Spanish major with Honors standing or permission of University Honors Program. Project must be pre-approved by project advisor who is a full-time faculty member, department chair, and department curriculum committee. An independent research project developed in cooperation with faculty advisor. Completed projects will be submitted in written form and presented orally in a public forum. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 492 - Special Topics: Study Abroad [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: SPN 301 and one literature or civilization course. Study of a particular topic in Spanish language, literature, or civilization as part of the university’s Study Abroad Program. May be repeated with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 493 - Special Topics In Spanish [1-3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: SPN 301 and one literature or civilization course. Intensive study of a particular topic in Spanish language, literature, or civilization. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Some topics offered as Linguistic Studies courses. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 494 - Spanish Capstone [1 credit(s)] Co-requisite: Taken in combination with a 400 level Spanish course. Open to students who have completed a minimum of two courses in Spanish at the 400-level, or by permission of instructor. Course focuses on building analytical, research, oral communication, and writing skills in Spanish on topics related to the Spanish language and Hispanic literature and cultures. Topics vary. Satisfies the capstone requirement for Spanish majors and it is taken in combination with another 400 level course. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Capstone Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 495 - Spanish Field Study Capstone [4 credit(s)] Open to students who have completed a minimum of three 300-level courses in Spanish and who are participating in one of the faculty-led summer study abroad programs. The course focuses on an individual research project completed under the supervision of the study abroad director. Topics require research and field work in the study abroad site, and the completion of the project develops analytic, research, writing, and oral communication skills in Spanish. Satisfies the capstone requirement for Spanish majors. General Education Category: Capstone Click here for the schedule of courses
	SPN 496 - Independent Study In Spanish [1-6 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Student must have sophomore, junior, or senior standing. Proposed projects must be approved by a full-time department faculty member (who will serve as the project advisor) and the department chairman. Student-initiated supervised projects involving Spanish language or literature, such as in-depth study of a particular writer, or special readings in linguistics. Independent study may be used to cover the materials of a listed course not offered in a given year. Projects arranged between individual students and instructor; title of project will appear on the student’s transcript. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
Special Education
	ESE 341 - Mild/Moderate Rotation & Seminar 2: Assessment & Instruction [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: EDB 241, EDB 242, ETE 243. Student must have a declared major in the College of Education and Human Services. Corequisites: ESE 342, ETE 343. This course will introduce key elements of instructional planning and the manner in which assessment practices may be employed to support and enhance learning. The focus of this course is on the administration and interpretation of formal and informal assessment tools for students with mild/moderate disabilities and the utilization of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavior Support to ensure the academic and social success of public school students. The course emphasizes the direct link between assessment and the design of appropriate instruction and the dissemination of best practice approaches in the management of student behavior within applied educational settings including the utilization of Positive Behavior Support. It is intended that the participant in this course will not only develop an understanding of assessment and instructional practices employed in learning environments for students with mild/moderate disabilities, but also an appreciation for the diverse backgrounds and unique educational needs of this population. Accordingly, positive approaches that are proactive and individualized to meet specific needs will be presented along with information on creating and maintaining educational environments that are conducive to student success. The course assignments will require that the participants, individually and cooperatively, make decisions in selecting and administering assessments, collecting behavioral data as well as developing appropriate educational and behavioral plans based on assessment outcomes. Clinical experience is required. Students will spend 75 hours in field (school and non-school settings), 37.5 hours in classroom (primarily in field location) focusing on Assessment, Value Added concepts, Planning for Learning, Implementation of Teaching and Learning, Pedagogical Content, Classroom Management (Classroom Environment, Culturally Responsive Teaching). Essential content from rotation 1 (Context for Learning, Diversity) will be revisited and interns understanding and application of previously introduced content will be enhanced and deepened. All students enrolled in this class must have a valid and unexpired Clearance Report from the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on file with the college advising office. Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 342 - Mild/Moderate Classroom Management & Behavior Intervention [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: EDB 241, EDB 242, ETE 243. Student must have a declared major in the College of Education and Human Services. Corequisites: ESE 341, ETE 343. Leadership in education requires skills for teaching all students in the classroom as well as teaching students in non-traditional learning environments. Successful teaching rests on a strong foundation and working knowledge of the basic principles of learning as well as fluency in applying a variety of data-driven, best practice approaches for increasing prosocial skills while decreasing aberrant behavior across the range of instructional environments. This course covers the utilization of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavior Support to ensure the academic and social success of school students. Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 351 - Mild/Moderate Rotation & Seminar 3: Students as Learners [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ESE 341, ESE 342, ETE 343. Student must have a declared major in the College of Education and Human Services. Corequisites: ESE 352, ETE 353, ESE 414. This course will address the individualization, differentiation and personalization of learning. The focus of this course is on the development and utilization of appropriate assessment-based curriculum and instruction for individuals with mild/moderate educational needs. It is intended that the participants in this course will develop an understanding of the relationships among assessment issues, learning environments and instructional practices employed in learning environments for students with disabilities. Clinical experience is required. Specifically, students will spend 75 hours in field (school and non-school settings), 37.5 hours in the classroom (primarily in field location) focusing on classroom management, exceptionalities, Gifted Learners, and exceptionalities. Essential content from rotation 1 (Context for Learning, Diversity) and rotation 2 (Assessment, Value Added concepts, Planning for Learning, Implementation of Teaching and Learning, Pedagogical Content and Classroom Management will be revisited and interns understanding and application of previously introduced content will be enhanced and deepened. All students enrolled in this class must have a valid and unexpired Clearance Report from the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on file with the college advising office. Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 352 - Educational Psychology for Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialists [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Gen Ed Eng/Comp, ESE 341, ESE 342, ETE 343. Student must have a declared major in the College of Education and Human Services. Corequisites: ESE 351, ETE 353, ESE 414. An analysis of the nature of human learning and development and their relationship to the process of education and to instruction. Emphasis is on current theories and research relating to the contextual nature of human learning to instructional practice. Offered with Rotation III. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 361 - Moderate/Intensive Rotation & Seminar 2: Assessment & Instruction [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: EDB 241, EDB 242, ETE 243. Student must have a declared major in the College of Education and Human Services. Corequisites: ESE 362, ETE 343. This course will introduce key elements of instructional planning and the manner in which assessment practices may be employed to support and enhance learning. Specifically, students will spend 75 hours in field (school and non-school settings), 37.5 hours in classroom (primarily in field location) focusing on Assessment, Value Added concepts, Planning for Learning, Implementation of Teaching and Learning, Pedagogical Content, Classroom Management (Classroom Environment, Culturally Responsive Teaching). Essential content from rotation 1 (Context for Learning, Diversity) will be revisited and interns understanding and application of previously introduced content will be enhanced and deepened. All students enrolled in this class must have a valid and unexpired Clearance Report from the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on file with the college advising office. Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 362 - Moderate/Intensive Classroom Management & Behavior Intervention [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: EDB 241, EDB 242, ETE 243. Corequisites: ESE 361, ETE 343. Minimum GPA of 2.75. Must be admitted into the college as a declared major or minor. Leadership in education requires skills for teaching all students in the classroom as well as teaching students in non-traditional learning environments. Successful teaching rests on a strong foundation and working knowledge of the basic principles of learning as well as fluency in applying a variety of data-driven, best practice approaches for increasing prosocial skills while decreasing aberrant behavior across the range of instructional environments. This course covers the utilization of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavior Support to ensure the academic and social success of school students. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 371 - Moderate/Intensive Rotation & Seminar 3: Students as Learners [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ESE 361, ESE 362, ETE 343. Student must have a declared major in the College of Education and Human Services. Corequisites: ESE 372, ETE 353. This course will address the individualization, differentiation and personalization of learning. Specifically, students will spend 75 hours in field (school and non-school settings), 37.5 hours in classroom (primarily in field location) focusing on classroom management, exceptionalities, Gifted Learners, and exceptionalities. Essential content from rotation 1 (Context for Learning, Diversity) and rotation 2 (Assessment, Value Added concepts, Planning for Learning, Implementation of Teaching and Learning, Pedagogical Content and Classroom Management will be revisited and interns understanding and application of previously introduced content will be enhanced and deepened. All students enrolled in this class must have a valid and unexpired Clearance Report from the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on file with the college advising office. Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 372 - Educational Psychology for Moderate/Intensive Intervention Specialists [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ESE 361, ESE 362, ETE 343. Student must have a declared major in the College of Education and Human Services. Corequisites: ESE 371, ETE 353. An analysis of the nature of human learning and development and their relationship to the process of education and to instruction. Emphasis is on current theories and research relating to the contextual nature of human learning to instructional practice. Offered with Rotation III. Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 400 - Introduction to Special Education [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Gen Ed Eng/Comp; Corequisite: EDB 241. Minimum GPA 2.75, and must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor. An introduction to the profession of special education with information regarding the characteristics of persons with the various disabilities included in IDEA. Students learn historical and legal issues regarding special education; to identify, plan, and implement a variety of instructional strategies; and information on the concepts of Praxis II and to the profession. Required for Middle Childhood and Adolescent Young Adult Licensures. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 402 - Introduction to Individuals With Mild & Moderate Disabilities [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite or corequisite: EDB 241, EDB 242, ESE 400. Minimum GPA of 2.75. Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor. History, theoretical foundations, and practices related to the social, emotional, and learning characteristics of individuals with mild/moderate disabilities. Includes presentations of diagnostic approaches and educational and social policies relative to these exceptionalities. Required for licensure as an Intervention Specialist for Students with Mild/Moderate Educational Needs. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 403 - Introduction to Individuals with Moderate/Severe Educational Needs [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite or corequisite: EDB 241, ESE 400; minimum GPA of 2.75, and must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor. Examination of the learning and behavioral characteristics of individuals with moderate and severe disabilities from birth through adulthood; exploration of implications for a comprehensive service delivery system and trends in best practices, both current and historical. Required for licensure as an Intervention Specialist for Students with Moderate/Severe Educational Needs. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 404 - Teaching Students of Varying Abilities [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites or Corequisites: EDB 200, EDB 301, and EDB 302 (except for Music Education students). Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor and have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher to be eligible for this course. Survey of educational issues related to serving individuals with disabilities as well as those considered to be gifted and talented. Includes an introduction to the characteristics, etiology, classification, incidence, and learning potential of students with special needs, as well as the legal aspects involved in teaching these students. Addresses methods for accommodating learners of varied ability within the regular classroom through alteration of the environment, curriculum, and instruction. Clinical experience is required. Specifically, students will spend 30 hours in field. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 410 - Diagnostic Assessment&Multifactored Eval for Students w Mod. and Severe Dis [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ESE 400; must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher to be eligible for this course. Students will acquire competencies associated with norm and criterion-referenced assessment and understand the conditions under which assessments should be planned and conducted. Students will gain competency with the interpretation and analysis of assessment information. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 411 - Classroom Management & Intervention For Severe Behavior Problems [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ESE 400; must have a GPA of 2.50 or higher and be declared college major or minor to be eligible for this course. Includes approaches to classroom management that foster productive social interactions and are most compatible with instructional goals. Also examines the characteristics and causes of various severe behavior problems and research-based techniques for intervention. Required for licensure as an Intervention Specialist for Students with Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe Educational Needs. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 412 - Collaboration & Partnership Among Parents & Professionals In Special Ed [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite(s): EDB 241, ESE 400; minimum GPA of 2.75, and must be admitted into the college as a declared major or minor. Highlights research and productive strategies for establishing successful collaborative relationships with parents of children with disabilities, paraprofessionals, and other professionals. Fosters sensitivity to the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse families. Emphasis on collaboration and partnerships with other professionals, paraprofessionals, and parents as team members designing, implementing, and evaluating appropriate educational experiences for persons with disabilities. Required for all Intervention Specialist licenses in special education. Recommended to be taken with Student Teaching in all Special Education Programs. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 413 - Supporting Medical & Intensive Educational Needs [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: EDB 241, ESE 403; minimum GPA of 2.75, and must be admitted into the college as a declared major or minor. Overview of medical disabilities and the educational implications for children with medical- and/or health-care needs. Analysis of strategies for cross-disciplinary assessment, planning, technology use, and program implementation, including such disciplines as physical, occupational, and speech therapy; psychology; and other health-related fields. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 414 - Advanced Classroom Management and Behavior Intervention [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ESE 400, 402, and 411 for undergraduates; ESE 501, ESE 502, or ESE 503, and 511 for graduates. Practitioners working in schools today must be knowledgeable and competent in varied approaches for the management of student behavior. The rationale for requiring Classroom and Behavior Management for Mild/ Moderate programs is based on the need for our students to be well equipped in classroom management and behavioral strategies. The Advanced Classroom and Behavior Management course will be an extension of Management and Intervention for Severe Behavior Problems. Prospective candidates will be required to apply knowledge and skills learned in the initial behavior course. In addition to classroom management and reviewing ABA, prospective teacher candidates will also learn about alternative behavior modification approaches that have been successfully used with students identified as having Mild to Moderate disabilities. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 415 - Assessing Young Children [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Students seeking the Early Childhood Education License must complete ECE 300 and ECE 403 as prerequisites, and must be officially admitted into the Early Childhood program, to be eligible for this course; must have a GPA of 2.50 or higher. Provides a basic understanding of the components of developmental screening, child assessment, child identification, and program evaluation for children “at-risk” and those with disabilities from birth through age 8. Assessment and evaluation focus on child and family variables. Construction of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) are stressed. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 416 - Life Skills & Career Planning In Special Education [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite(s): ESE 400, ESE 402. Minimum GPA of 2.75. Must be admitted into the college as a declared major or minor. Study of appropriate curriculum, instructional techniques, methods, and materials for the development of vocational, career, and functional living skills in students with mild/moderate disabilities. Addresses planning for the transition from secondary education to work, postsecondary education, and community involvement. Required for licensure as an Intervention Specialist for Students with Mild/Moderate Educational Needs. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 419 - Life Skills Assessment, Curriculum, and Instruction [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite(s): ESE 400, ESE 403. Minimum GPA of 2.75. Must be admitted into the college as a declared major or minor. Exploration of issues related to assessment, functional curriculum theory, Individualized Education Program (IEP) development, choice of teaching objectives, use of technology, and procedures for implementation of quality functional programs for individuals with mental retardation, multiple disabilities or emotional disturbance. Topics include task analysis, prompting procedures, classroom structure, and monitoring of ongoing progress. Required for licensure as an Intervention Specialist for Students with Moderate/Severe Educational Needs. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 420 - Assmt., Curclm. & Instr. Acad. & Behv. Needs of Stud. w Mod/Sevr. Edu. Needs [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ESE 403. Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor and have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher to be eligible for this course. Exploration of issues related to assessment, curriculum theory, Individualized Education Program development, and academic and behavioral approaches for individuals with emotional disturbance or multiple disabilities. Emphasis on teaching academic skills, and social and emotional behaviors. Required for licensure as an Intervention Specialist for Students with Moderate/Intensive Educational Needs. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 421 - Assessment for Instructional Needs [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ESE 402. Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor and have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher to be eligible for this course. The focus of this course is the administration and interpretation of formal and informal assessment tools for students with mild/moderate disabilities. The course emphasizes the direct link between assessment and the design of appropriate instruction. Course assignments will require students to make decisions in selecting and administering assessments as well as developing appropriate educational plans for children with disabilities based on assessment outcomes. Clinical or field experience required. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 422 - Assessment-based Curriculum and Instruction for Students w Mild/Mod Dis [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ESE 402, and ESE 421. Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor and have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher to be eligible for this course. The focus of this course is on the development and utilization of appropriate assessment-based curriculum and instruction for individuals with mild/moderate educational needs. Participants in this course will develop an understanding of the relationships among assessment issues, learning environments and instructional practices employed in learning environments for students with disabilities. Clinical or field experience required. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 423 - Introduction to Individuals with Autism [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: ESE 400. Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor and have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher to be eligible for this course. Exploration of characteristics of individuals (birth through adulthood) with autism, along with their varying needs for intervention and educational services. Examination of historical and current issues and trends related to the treatment of autism. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 424 - Curriculum and Instruction for Young Children with Autism [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: ESE 423 and ESE 411. Minimum GPA of 2.50. Examination of developmentally and individually appropriate approaches to early intervention as well as preschool and the primary grades for young children with autism. The course content includes general and individualized (e.g., IFSP and IEP) curricular issues, intervention strategies, and instructional approaches. Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 425 - Curriculum and Instruction for School-Age Children and Adolescents with Autism [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: ESE 423 and ESE 411. Study of appropriate curriculum, instructional techniques, methods, and materials for the development of academic, vocational, and functional living skills in school-age children and adolescents with autism. Addresses planning for the transition from secondary education to work, postsecondary education, and community involvement. Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 441 - Mild/Moderate Internship 1: Professionalism & Practice [9 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ESE 351, ESE 352, ETE 353; 2.8 Cumulative GPA; 3.0 Professional GPA. In general clinical settings, students are able to practice appropriate examination, evaluation, and intervention, technical, and communicative skills. Safe, ethical, and legal educational practice occurs under the supervision of clinical instructor(s). The Internship prepares the interns for the practice of teaching, by stressing practical applications of theory and research to the planning, delivery, and evaluation of instruction. In Internship I, interns explore the various roles of the teacher and begin formulating a personal philosophy for teaching while working school classroom under the direction of a mentor teacher and a faculty instructor or a university supervisor. These courses provide structure to application of academic content to relevant clinical practice situations. Students will spend 180 hours in the field (School and non-school settings), 30 hours in the classroom and 15 hours of seminar in Internship I. All students enrolled in this class must have a valid and unexpired Clearance Report from the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on file with the college advising office. Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 451 - Mild/Moderate Internship 2: Teachers as Leaders [12 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ESE 441; 2.8 Cumulative GPA; 3.0 Professional GPA. In general clinical settings, students are able to practice appropriate examination, evaluation, and intervention, technical, and communicative skills. Safe, ethical, and legal educational practice occurs under the supervision of clinical instructor(s). Internship II is a structured clinical experience stressing the planning, implementation and evaluation of instructional experiences. Interns spend five full days a week in a school observing and teaching under the direction of a mentor teacher and a university instructor or supervisor. Interns will take on full classroom responsibilities. Internship II student teaching experience is viewed as a critical professional step as individuals mature into the role of independent classroom teacher. The experience is designed to be consequential, formidable, demanding, and satisfying. Students will spend 405 hours in the field (School and non-school settings), 22.5 hours in the classroom and 15 hours of seminar in Internship II. All students enrolled in this class must have a valid and unexpired Clearance Report from the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on file with the college advising office. General Education Category: Capstone Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 461 - Moderate/Intensive Internship 1: Professionalism & Practice [9 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ESE 371, ESE 372, ETE 353; 2.8 Cumulative GPA; 3.0 Professional GPA. In general clinical settings, students are able to practice appropriate examination, evaluation, and intervention, technical, and communicative skills. Safe, ethical, and legal educational practice occurs under the supervision of clinical instructor(s). The Internship prepares the interns for the practice of teaching, by stressing practical applications of theory and research to the planning, delivery, and evaluation of instruction. In Internship I, interns explore the various roles of the teacher and begin formulating a personal philosophy for teaching while working school classroom under the direction of a mentor teacher and a faculty instructor or a university supervisor. These courses provide structure to application of academic content to relevant clinical practice situations. Students will spend 180 hours in the field (School and non-school settings), 30 hours in the classroom and 15 hours of seminar in Internship I. All students enrolled in this class must have a valid and unexpired Clearance Report from the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on file with the college advising office. Click here for the schedule of courses
	ESE 471 - Moderate/Intensive Internship 2: Teachers as Leaders [12 credit(s)] Prerequisites: ESE 461; Minimum GPA of 2.75; Professional GPA of 3.0. In general clinical settings, students are able to practice appropriate examination, evaluation, and intervention, technical, and communicative skills. Safe, ethical, and legal educational practice occurs under the supervision of clinical instructor(s). Internship II is a structured clinical experience stressing the planning, implementation and evaluation of instructional experiences. Interns spend five full days a week in a school observing and teaching under the direction of a mentor teacher and a university instructor or supervisor. Interns will take on full classroom responsibilities. Internship II student teaching experience is viewed as a critical professional step as individuals mature into the role of independent classroom teacher. The experience is designed to be consequential, formidable, demanding, and satisfying. Students will spend 405 hours in the field (School and non-school settings), 22.5 hours in the classroom and 15 hours of seminar in Internship II. All students enrolled in this class must have a valid and unexpired Clearance Report from the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on file with the college advising office. General Education Category: Capstone Click here for the schedule of courses
Specialized Instructional
	EDL 300 - Phonics Assessment & Instruction [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Must have at least sophomore standing. Minimum GPA of 2.75. Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor. Focuses on the nature and role of word recognition in proficient reading and spelling. Provides the background necessary for teaching and assessing phonics, phonemic awareness, and word recognition. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EDL 301 - Beginning & Intermediate Reading Instruction and Assessment [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Must have at least sophomore standing. Minimum GPA of 2.75. Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor. Permission of instructor. Survey of methods and materials used to teach reading in elementary-, middle-, and junior-high school settings. Includes overview of the reading process, introduction to diagnostic measures for assessing reading development, techniques for remediating reading difficulties, and critical examination of related theory and research. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	EDL 305 - Content Area Literacy [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Must have at least sophomore standing. Minimum GPA of 2.75. Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor. Critique and analysis of current theory, research, and practice as it relates to content-area reading instruction. Particular attention is given to the development of comprehension, metacognitive awareness, and effective study strategies. Also stressed are internal and external textbook-thinking skills, the integrated use of reading and writing, and materials and methods to promote lifelong learning. Other topics considered include media literacy, inquiry learning, authentic assessment, action research, and diversity issues. Required for reading endorsement. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EDL 311 - Emergent Literacy [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite(s): EDL 301. Minimum GPA of 2.75. Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor. Examines theory, research, and practice as it pertains to the processes by which young children learn to read and write in day care, preschool, and primary classrooms. Consideration of language, literacy, and concept development, with emphasis on factors that influence children’s growth in these areas. Addresses the relationships between thought and language, as well as integrative methods for language-arts instruction and assessment that build on these relationships and contribute to the acquisition of literacy during early childhood. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EDL 312 - Literature-Based Reading Methods for Children [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Must have at least sophomore standing. Minimum GPA of 2.75. Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor. Focuses on techniques for using classic, contemporary, and multiethnic children’s literature of all genres to support reading acquisition and instruction in preschool and the primary grades, with particular attention given to teaching methods using literature. Other topics for discussion include the evaluation and selection of appropriate trade and picture books for classroom use, the application of children’s literature to content area instruction, and the role of children’s literature in family literacy and recreational reading program. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	EDL 313 - Literature-Based Reading Methods for Adolescents [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Must have at least sophomore standing. Minimum GPA of 2.75. Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor. Focuses on techniques for using classic, contemporary, and multiethnic literature of all genres to support reading instruction in grades 4 through 12. Emphasizes the developmental nature of reading preferences and comprehension, the application of reader-response theory to the selection and design of teaching strategies and materials, the potential use of literature across the curriculum, and criteria for selecting and evaluating trade books for young adults. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EDL 406 - Second Language Learning and Pedagogy [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Student must have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher to be eligible for this course. The first of a two-course sequence in ESL/EFL pedagogy, this course covers theories of second-language acquisition, competing methods for teaching English to speakers of other languages, psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, and issues involving language learning in multicultural settings. Required for TESOL endorsement. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	EDL 407 - TESOL Methods [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Student must have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher to be eligible for this course. The second of a two-course sequence in ESL/EFL pedagogy, this course provides critical exploration and analysis of current approaches for teaching English to speakers of other languages with particular emphasis given to the development of communicative competence. Consideration of the role of assessment in instructional design, student placement, and advancement, as well as related legal issues. Required for TESOL endorsement. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	EDL 408 - Applied Linguistics for Teachers [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Student must have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher to be eligible for this course. Designed for practicing and prospective teachers, this course provides an introduction to linguistic theory as it relates to the language development of native and non-native speakers of English. Emphasis is given on the practical application of linguistic knowledge in phonetics, phonology, syntax, morphology, and semantics to classroom practice. Required for TESOL endorsement. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	EDL 409 - Assessment and Evaluation in the ESL/Bilingual Classroom [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor and have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher to be eligible for this course. This course will explore the notion of second language proficiency and help students develop an understanding of how they can assess or evaluate LEP (limited English proficiency) students’ progress in the development of proficiency. Addresses topics of formal and informal methods of assessing language proficiency, test preparation, and interpretation of test results. Students will have a chance to practice creating authentic assessment tasks. Required for TESOL Endorsement. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EDL 410 - Pedagogical Grammar [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor and have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher to be eligible for this course. This course provides foundational knowledge of the history and structure of the English language and explores a variety of approaches to teaching grammar in the ESL/EFL classroom. Reviews the historical development of English and explains many of the irregular aspects of the language. The major focus of the course is on the grammatical structures of English and their functions in communication. An experiential, discussion-based course appropriate for all students interested in improving their knowledge about teaching English grammar. Required for TESOL endorsement. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EDL 415 - Foundations and Issues in Bilingual Education [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: EDL 406. Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor and have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher to be eligible for this course. Designed to equip bilingual teachers with the knowledge and philosophy to work in the education of language minority students in the context of bilingual programs. We will explore the historical, political and legal foundations of the psycholinguistic and sociolinguistic principles upon which each is based. Candidates will also examine the pedagogical, socio-cultural and linguistic issues that make bilingual education controversial and define a professional philosophy of bilingual teaching. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EDL 416 - Methods and Teaching Content Areas in a Bilingual Setting [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: EDL 406 and must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor and have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher to be eligible for this course. Explores the current legal, socio-cultural and educational context for teaching English Language Learners (ELL) in K-12 schools. Examines the psycholinguistic and sociolinguistic principles upon which modern methods of second language (L2) teaching are based. Students examine, analyze, practice and apply multiple strategies for teaching subject matter content and addressing content standards within a framework for determining the effectiveness and appropriate uses for strategies. The course content is learned through the kinds of experiential, participatory and process-oriented strategies that are used in successful bilingual/English language development classrooms and that build reflective practices and shared decision-making in programs designed for ELL. The course is taught in Spanish; writing assignments are to be submitted in Spanish. Click here for the schedule of courses
Specialized Study and Field Experience
	EST 370 - Practicum in Early Childhood Education [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Prior application to the Office of Field Services is required; course prerequisites are listed on application. All Foundations and Curriculum and Methods courses, EDL 300, EDL 301, ESE 415, 5-6 remaining Literacy or Special Methods, 2.50 GPA, 2.75 Professional GPA. Requires four half-days per week for one semester, typically in a preschool setting observing and teaching under the direction of a cooperating teacher and a university supervisor; includes seminar. Practicum or student teaching (EST 480) placement must be in an urban setting. Both may be. Placement may be made in a setting that provides for the inclusion of children with special needs. Required for early childhood teaching license. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 371 - Practicum in Middle Childhood Education [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Prior application to the Office of Field Services is required; course prerequisites are listed on application; must be taken concurrently with methods courses as specified by program. Structured field experience designed to accompany specific methods courses and to prepare Middle-Childhood-Education majors for student teaching; stresses practical application of methods and theory with emphasis on the various roles of a teacher. Students begin formulating a personal philosophy for teaching while working four half-days per week in an upper elementary, middle-, or junior-high school classroom under the direction of a cooperating teacher and a university supervisor; includes seminar. Required for middle childhood teaching license. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 372 - Practicum in Bilingual Education [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Prior application to the Office of Field Services is required; course prerequisites are listed on application. University-supervised field placement that provides extended, firsthand experience in working with students who need specially designed instructional programs. Requires four half-days per week for one semester in a state-approved unit serving students with mild/moderate disabilities; includes seminar. Required for licensure as a Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialist. Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 373 - Practicum in Teaching English as a Second Language [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Prior application to the Office of Field Services is required; course prerequisites are listed on application. University-supervised field experience designed to provide guided practice in the application of current theory and research in ESL/EFL instruction. Students spend four half-days per week in a classroom that serves ESL students under the direction of a cooperating teacher; includes seminar. Required for TESOL endorsement. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 374 - Practicum in Foreign Language Education [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Prior application to the Office of Field Services is required; course prerequisites are listed on application; must be taken concurrently with EDC 312 and EDC 313. Structured field experience designed to prepare modern-language majors for student teaching; stresses the practical application of theory and research to the planning, delivery, and evaluation of instruction. Students explore the various roles of a teacher and begin formulating a personal philosophy for teaching while working four half-days per week in a school under the direction of a cooperating teacher and a university supervisor; includes seminar. Placement must be different than that received for EST 484 so that students gain both PreK-8 and 9-12 classroom experience. Required for multiage foreign language teaching license. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 377 - Practicum in Special Education: Mild/Moderate Educational Needs [4 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Prior application to the Office of Field Services is required; course prerequisites are listed on application. University-supervised field placement that provides extended, firsthand experience in working with students who need specially designed instructional programs. Requires four half-days per week for one semester in a state-approved unit serving students with mild/moderate disabilities; includes seminar. Required for licensure as a Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialist. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 378 - Practicum in Special Education: Moderate/Severe Educational Needs [4 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Prior application to the Office of Field Services is required; course prerequisites are listed on application. University-supervised field experience designed to provide extended, guided practice in working with students with mental retardation, multiple disabilities, and/or emotional disturbances. Requires four half-days per week in a state-approved unit that serves students with moderate/intensive educational needs working under the direction of a cooperating teacher; includes seminar. Required for licensure as a Moderate/Intensive Intervention Specialist. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 379 - Practicum in Secondary English [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Must be a declared major in English with an Education minor, or be enrolled as a post-baccalaureate student; must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50, a 2.75 in all professional education courses and completed prerequisites. Structured field experience designed to accompany secondary methods courses in English language arts (EDS 313). Prepares students for student teaching; stresses the practical application of theory and research to the planning, delivery, and evaluation of instruction. Students explore the various roles of a teacher and begin formulating a personal philosophy for teaching while working in a junior or senior high school classroom under the direction of a cooperating teacher and a University supervisor; includes seminar. Required for secondary teaching license. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 380 - Practicum in Secondary Math [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Must be a declared major, or be enrolled as a post-baccalaureate student; must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50, a 2.75 in all professional education courses, and have completed all prerequisite work. Structured field experience designed to accompany secondary methods courses in mathematics education (EDS 315). Prepares students for student teaching; stresses the practical application of theory and research to the planning, delivery, and evaluation of instruction. Students explore the various roles of a teacher and begin formulating a personal philosophy for teaching while working in a junior or senior high school classroom under the direction of a cooperating teacher and a University supervisor; includes seminar. Required for secondary teaching license. Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 381 - Practicum Sec Soc Studies [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Must be a declared major, or be enrolled as a post-baccalaureate student; must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50, a 2.75 in all professional education courses, and have completed all prerequisite work. Structured field experience designed to accompany secondary methods courses in social studies education (EDS 316). Prepares students for student teaching; stresses the practical application of theory and research to the planning, delivery, and evaluation of instruction. Students explore the various roles of a teacher and begin formulating a personal philosophy for teaching while working in a junior or senior high school classroom under the direction of a cooperating teacher and a University supervisor; includes seminar. Required for secondary teaching license. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 382 - Practicum in Secondary Science [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Must be a declared major, or be enrolled as a post-baccalaureate student; must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50, a 2.75 in all professional education courses, and have completed all prerequisite work. Structured field experience designed to accompany secondary methods courses in science education (EDS 317). Prepares students for student teaching; stresses the practical application of theory and research to the planning, delivery, and evaluation of instruction. Students explore the various roles of a teacher and begin formulating a personal philosophy for teaching while working in a junior or senior high school classroom under the direction of a cooperating teacher and a University supervisor; includes seminar. Required for secondary teaching license. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 398 - CSUteach Humanities Apprentice Teaching I [1 credit(s)] Co-requisite: EUT 316, EUT 312, or EUT 313. Must be admitted to the college as a declared major or minor and meet all college GPA standards to be eligible for this course. This course prepares CSUteach students for Apprentice Teaching II, student teaching, and stresses the practical application of theory and research to the planning, delivery and evaluation of instruction. Students explore the various roles of a teacher and begin formulating a personal philosophy for teaching while working 80 hours in a high school classroom under the direction of a highly qualified mentor teacher and university supervisor. Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 399 - CSUteach STEM Apprentice Teaching I [1 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Prior Application and approval of the CSUteach Program, co-requisite: EUT 315 or EUT 317Structured field experience designed to accompany the project-based instruction methods courses EUT 315/317. This course prepares CSUteach students for Apprentice Teaching II, student teaching, and stresses the practical application of theory and research to the planning, delivery and evaluation of instruction. Students explore the various roles of a teacher and begin formulating a personal philosophy for teaching while working 80 hours in a high school classroom under the direction of a highly qualified mentor teacher and university supervisor. Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 480 - Student Teaching In Early Childhood Education [2-10 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Prior application to the Office of Field Services is required; course prerequisites are listed on application. EST 370; 2.50 GPA, 2.75 Professional GPA. Five full days a week in a university-supervised student-teaching experience, typically in a kindergarten or primary-grade classroom. Practicum (EST 370) or student teaching placement must be in an urban setting. Both may be. Placement may be made in a setting that provides for the inclusion of children with special needs. Required for early childhood teaching license. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 481 - Student Teaching In Middle Childhood Education [2-10 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Prior application to the Office of Field Services is required; course prerequisites are listed on application; must be taken concurrently with EDB 400. Five full days a week for one semester in an upper-elementary, middle-, or junior-high school classroom observing and teaching under the direction of a cooperating teacher and a university supervisor. Required for middle childhood teaching license. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 484 - Student Teaching In Foreign Language Education [2-6 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Prior application to the Office of Field Services is required; course prerequisites are listed on application; must be taken concurrently with EDB 400. Five full days a week for one semester observing and teaching under the direction of a cooperating teacher and a university supervisor. Placement must be different than that received for EST 374 so that students gain both PreK-8 and 9-12 classroom experience. Required for multi-age teaching license in foreign language education. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 485 - Student Teaching Multiage Music [2-10 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Must be a declared major, or be enrolled as a post-baccalaureate student; must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50, a 2.75 in all professional education courses, and have completed all prerequisite work. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 486 - Student Teaching Multiage Art [2-10 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Must be a declared major, or be enrolled as a post-baccalaureate student; must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50, a 2.75 in all professional education courses, and have completed all prerequisite work. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 487 - Student Teaching For Mild/Moderate Educational Needs [2-10 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Must be a declared major or be enrolled as a post-baccalaureate student; must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50, a 2.75 in all professional education courses, and have completed all prerequisite work. University-supervised student-teaching experience in a state-approved unit serving students with mild/moderate disabilities; five days a week for one semester observing and teaching under the guidance of a cooperating teacher. Successful completion requires demonstration of competencies necessary for licensure as a Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialist. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	EST 488 - Student Teaching For Moderate/Severe Educational Needs [2-10 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Must be a declared major or be enrolled as a post-baccalaureate student; must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50, a 2.75 in all professional education courses, and have completed all prerequisite work. Taxonomy University-supervised student-teaching experience in two separate education settings: one for students with mental retardation and multiple disabilities, and one for students with emotional disturbance. Five days a week for one semester observing and teaching under a cooperating teacher’s direction. Successful completion requires demonstration of competencies necessary for licensure as a Moderate/Intensive Intervention Specialist. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses

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Course Descriptions

Course Numbering System

SPN 300 - Practicum In Spanish

SPN 301 - Advanced Spanish: Oral Skills Emphasis

SPN 302 - Advanced Spanish: Writing Skills Emphasis

SPN 304 - Advanced Speaking in Spanish for Health Sciences

SPN 305 - Advanced Writing in Spanish for Health Sciences

SPN 315 - Introduction to Spanish Linguistics

SPN 340 - Field Study

SPN 341 - Spanish Field Study

SPN 345 - Society and Culture of Spain

SPN 346 - Latin American Society and Culture

SPN 371 - Reading Literature from Spain

SPN 372 - Reading Latin American Literature

SPN 373 - Introduction to Reading Literature in Spanish

SPN 392 - Special Topics: Study Abroad

SPN 393 - Special Topics In Spanish

SPN 396 - Independent In Spanish

SPN 397 - Spanish Medical Terminology

SPN 400 - Practicum In Spanish

SPN 402 - Advanced Grammar and Stylistics

SPN 416 - Studies In Spanish Linguistics

SPN 417 - History of the Spanish Language

SPN 418 - Spanish Sociolinguistics

SPN 419 - Spanish Applied Linguistics

SPN 440 - Field Study

SPN 441 - Spanish Field Study

SPN 445 - Studies In Spanish Civilization

SPN 446 - Studies In Spanish American Civilization

SPN 466 - Silver & Gold

SPN 470 - Fantastic Literature

SPN 483 - Studies In Spanish Literature

SPN 484 - Studies In Spanish American Literature

SPN 491H - H: Senior Honors Project

SPN 492 - Special Topics: Study Abroad

SPN 493 - Special Topics In Spanish

SPN 494 - Spanish Capstone

SPN 495 - Spanish Field Study Capstone

SPN 496 - Independent Study In Spanish

ESE 341 - Mild/Moderate Rotation & Seminar 2: Assessment & Instruction

ESE 342 - Mild/Moderate Classroom Management & Behavior Intervention

ESE 351 - Mild/Moderate Rotation & Seminar 3: Students as Learners

ESE 352 - Educational Psychology for Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialists

ESE 361 - Moderate/Intensive Rotation & Seminar 2: Assessment & Instruction

ESE 362 - Moderate/Intensive Classroom Management & Behavior Intervention

ESE 371 - Moderate/Intensive Rotation & Seminar 3: Students as Learners

ESE 372 - Educational Psychology for Moderate/Intensive Intervention Specialists

ESE 400 - Introduction to Special Education

ESE 402 - Introduction to Individuals With Mild & Moderate Disabilities

ESE 403 - Introduction to Individuals with Moderate/Severe Educational Needs

ESE 404 - Teaching Students of Varying Abilities

ESE 410 - Diagnostic Assessment&Multifactored Eval for Students w Mod. and Severe Dis

ESE 411 - Classroom Management & Intervention For Severe Behavior Problems

ESE 412 - Collaboration & Partnership Among Parents & Professionals In Special Ed

ESE 413 - Supporting Medical & Intensive Educational Needs

ESE 414 - Advanced Classroom Management and Behavior Intervention

ESE 415 - Assessing Young Children

ESE 416 - Life Skills & Career Planning In Special Education

ESE 419 - Life Skills Assessment, Curriculum, and Instruction

ESE 420 - Assmt., Curclm. & Instr. Acad. & Behv. Needs of Stud. w Mod/Sevr. Edu. Needs

ESE 421 - Assessment for Instructional Needs

ESE 422 - Assessment-based Curriculum and Instruction for Students w Mild/Mod Dis

ESE 423 - Introduction to Individuals with Autism

ESE 424 - Curriculum and Instruction for Young Children with Autism

ESE 425 - Curriculum and Instruction for School-Age Children and Adolescents with Autism

ESE 441 - Mild/Moderate Internship 1: Professionalism & Practice

ESE 451 - Mild/Moderate Internship 2: Teachers as Leaders

ESE 461 - Moderate/Intensive Internship 1: Professionalism & Practice

ESE 471 - Moderate/Intensive Internship 2: Teachers as Leaders

EDL 300 - Phonics Assessment & Instruction

EDL 301 - Beginning & Intermediate Reading Instruction and Assessment

EDL 305 - Content Area Literacy

EDL 311 - Emergent Literacy

EDL 312 - Literature-Based Reading Methods for Children

EDL 313 - Literature-Based Reading Methods for Adolescents

EDL 406 - Second Language Learning and Pedagogy

EDL 407 - TESOL Methods

EDL 408 - Applied Linguistics for Teachers

EDL 409 - Assessment and Evaluation in the ESL/Bilingual Classroom

EDL 410 - Pedagogical Grammar