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SOCI 1520D - Contemporary Social Problems 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (1306)
Conditions disruptive to society today, both those seen as problematic as a whole and those that violate the norms of special groups in society; includes population, poverty, minorities, crime, drugs, sexual deviance, mental illness, changing family patterns and violence. Satisfies arts and sciences core social science requirements. Advised for students planning sociology graduate work. Satisfies the Social and Behavioral Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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SOCI 2010D - Race, Class, Gender and Ethnicity 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (2319)
Social, cultural and economic perspectives on Native, African-, Asian- and Mexican-Americans; emphasizes work and family patterns for both women and men, racism and sexism and contemporary movements for equality. Satisfies the Cross-cultural, Diversity and Global Studies requirement of the University Core Curriculum. (Same as WMST 2420.)
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SOCI 2050D - Sociology of Sport 3 hours
A study of social behavior in sport, with particular emphasis on its relationship to the cultural perspectives of socialization, minorities, economics, politics and current issues. Satisfies the Cross-cultural, Diversity and Global Studies requirement of the University Core Curriculum. (Same as KINE 2050.)
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SOCI 2070D - Introduction to Race and Ethnic Relations 3 hours
Introduction to the basic theories within current and historical race and ethnicity relations. Includes examination of evidence of continuing prejudice, institutional discrimination and modern forms of racism. Other topics include assimilation, pluralism, contact hypothesis, anti-racism, immigration, segregation and racial identity. Required for all ethnic studies minors.
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SOCI 2100D - Crime and Justice in the United States 3 hours
This course examines the societal responses to people and organizations that violate criminal codes; discusses the history, development, organization and philosophy of the justice process; and analyzes the complex inter-relationships between the major components of the criminal justice system (police, courts and corrections). Satisfies the Social and Behavioral Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum. (Same as CJUS 2100D .)
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SOCI 3000D - Sociology of Marriage and Family 3 hours
Interpersonal dynamics of marriage and family life; role and influence of the family as both a powerful primary group and as a social institution in society; current status of families in the United States plus cross-cultural and historical patterns. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent. Advised for students planning sociology graduate work.
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SOCI 3110D - Sociology of Mental Health, Mental Illness and Mental Health Care 3 hours
Effects of social stresses and social integration on the mental health of various age, sex, ethnic and other groups within society; mental health care system and problems of access to that system among different subgroups in the population.
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SOCI 3120D - Sociology of Health and Illness 3 hours
Effects of social factors, such as age, sex, race and social class, on health and illness; differential access to health care services among subgroups of the U.S. population, including Blacks, Hispanics, Indians and the elderly; strains in the organization of the health care delivery system.
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SOCI 3200D - Sociological Theory 3 hours
Survey of development of sociological theory; emphasizes nature and types of contemporary theory. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent. Required of all sociology majors.
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SOCI 3220D - Quantitative Data Collection 3 hours
Principles and procedures, sources of data, techniques of collection and analysis of quantitative data. Focus on survey research, secondary data analysis and other quantitative methods. Prerquisite(s) : advanced (junior or senior) standing; SOCI 1510D . Required of all sociology majors.
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SOCI 3240D - Qualitative Data Collection 3 hours
Principles and procedures, sources of data, techniques of collection and analysis of qualitative data. Focus on how Sociologists use face to face interviewing, participant observation, focus groups and other qualitative methods. Prerequisite(s) : advanced (junior or senior) standing; SOCI 1510D . Required of all sociology majors.
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SOCI 3280D - Quantitative Methods of Social Research 3 hours
Role of quantitative methods in social research; application of quantitative techniques and procedures to social data, statistical inference; data processing. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 3220D or equivalent. Required of all sociology majors. Restricted to Sociology majors only.
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SOCI 3300D - Urban Sociology 3 hours
Rise of the city; ecological distribution and processes; suburb metropolitan areas; trends in urbanization. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent. Advised for students planning sociology graduate work.
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SOCI 3330D - Social Stratification 3 hours
Bases of social differentiation; status, power and mobility in social systems; influence of stratification on behavior; class structure in the United States. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent. Advised for students planning sociology graduate work.
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SOCI 3460D - Correctional Systems 3 hours
This course focuses on prisons and jails. It examines the goals and history of punishment, the death penalty, the composition and social organization of jail and prison populations; bail, detention, sentencing and classification; institutional management and the conflicts between rehabilitation and punishment. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2100D or equivalent. (Same as CJUS 3400D .)
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SOCI 3550D - Collective Behavior 3 hours
Human behavior in sporadic and unstructured situations; theories and case studies of rumors, crowds, panics, riots, disasters, fads and crazes; links among collective behavior episodes, social movements and social change. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent.
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SOCI 3560D - Sociology of Disasters 3 hours
This course focuses on an introduction to the study of human response to disaster events, including political and economic factors influencing vulnerability. Case studies of major disasters are used to explore topics such as the impact of gender, class, ethnicity, and age on vulnerability, response, and impacts; the effects of larger political and economic systems on disaster response; and the relationship of disasters to social change. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent.
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SOCI 3600D - The Multiracial Family 3 hours
Academic study of the dynamics found in multiracial families. Important concepts in race/ethnicity studies such as assimilation, racial identity and pluralism. Other topics include passing, one-drop rule, interracial dating/marriage, bi- or multiracial identity and transracial adoption.
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SOCI 3620D - Juvenile Delinquency 3 hours
Examines juvenile delinquency in the United States. Specific attention is devoted to the definitions, measurement, and correlates of juvenile delinquency. Additional focus is paid to the various theories of juvenile delinquency and what each theory prescribes for preventing treating and handling juvenile delinquents. (Same as CJUS 3620D .)
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SOCI 3630D - Drugs, Crime and Society 3 hours
Examines the relationship between drugs, crime and human behavior. Explores the relationship between drug abuse and crime and the policy proposals developed to control drug trafficking, drug abuse, and drug-related crime, as well as the multi-faceted aspects and effects of chemical abuse and dependency. (Same as CJUS 3630D .)
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SOCI 3700D - Sociology of Religion 3 hours
A review of the common sociological dimensions of all religions such as moral definitions, group membership and dynamics, prescribed ritual practices and definitions of the sacred. An examination of sociologists contributing to the field such as Durkheim and Weber. Includes a sociological analysis of major world religions, including Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism and Hinduism.
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SOCI 3800D - Sociology of Work 3 hours
Social behavior and performance in the workplace beginning at the emergence of the industrial revolution through current workplace arrangements (e.g., work teams). Special topics covered include discrimination in the workplace (e.g., race, age, gender), the relationship between work and family, work alienation, welfare and work, women and work, and unions. Implications for counselors, managers, union organizers, city planners and policy makers. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent.
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SOCI 3900D - Race and Christianity 3 hours
The objectives of this course are to focus on the reciprocal influence of race / ethnicity and Christianity in the United States. The course will explore the historical development of Christianity within different racial groups, evidence about the effects of Christianity on our tendency to engage in racism / discrimination, and the development of multiracial Christian institutions and their influence in our society.
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SOCI 4160D - Developing Societies 3 hours
Changing culture and institutions family, population, religion, work and politics in developing nations in South and Central America, Asia, and Africa; impact of industrial nations on societies experiencing rapid urban, bureaucratic, technological and industrial growth; implications for war and peace in the world. Advised for students planning sociology graduate work. Satisfies the Cross-cultural, Diversity and Global Studies requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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SOCI 4240D - Sociology of Sexuality 3 hours
This course is about sexuality and how it is perceived, defined, and experienced in the context of society. This course explores sexuality as a social and historical construction and focuses on how sexuality influences our lives as reflected in social norms, attitudes and beliefs, and through public and private policies and practices. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent.
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SOCI 4250D - Gender and Society 3 hours
Analyzes gender as a major social institution which intersects with all other institutions, especially the family, work, religion, politics, and education. Stresses programs to change the unequal treatment of women and men in these areas. Surveys contemporary changes and cultural variability in gender role definitions. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent.
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SOCI 4260D - Topics in Sociology 3 hours
Investigation, analysis and discussion of a significant, contemporary topic. May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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SOCI 4340D - Social Psychology and Behavior in the Social Environment 3 hours
Social and cultural bases of diverse human behavior; social matrix of personality, organization and disorganization. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent. Advised for students planning sociology graduate work.
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SOCI 4350D - Community Organization 3 hours
Principles of community organization and disorganization; agencies and programs dealing with contemporary problems facing the community. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent.
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SOCI 4450D - The Family in Later Life 3 hours
Later stages in the family life cycle are surveyed with emphasis on changing family composition, role transitions and support systems. Pre-requisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent. (Same as AGER 4450.)
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SOCI 4460D - Community Corrections 3 hours
This course examines the concept of community corrections from various perspectives. It also examines contemporary practices and trends in probation, parole and other forms of community corrections. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2100D or equivalent. (Same as CJUS 4460D .)
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SOCI 4500D - Sociology of Childhood and Adolescence 3 hours
Practical focus on socialization, parenting and educational strategies in childhood and adolescence, and upon the social factors, agencies and institutions (particularly education) affecting children and adolescents in modern society. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent.
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SOCI 4540D - Race and Ethnic Minorities 3 hours
Conditions and distribution of race and ethnic minorities; socio-psychological and cultural factors in race and ethnic relations; pattern of relations in the United States with emphasis on the Southwest and on social services. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or SOWK 1450 and other equivalents. Satisfies the Cross-cultural, Diversity and Global Studies requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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SOCI 4550D - Sociology of Aging 3 hours
Twenty-somethings, Generation Xers, Baby Boomersall will be senior citizens sooner or later. Their sex, race/ethnicity, and social class will affect their experience of aging. Course explores issues related to successful aging, including what young adults should be doing now to ensure that they have happy, healthy, wealthy, and creative golden years. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent. (Same as AGER 4550D .)
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SOCI 4600D - Sociology of Mass Communication 3 hours
4600. Sociology of Mass Communication. 3 hours. Communication as a social process; patterns and institutions of mass communication; analysis of public opinion and propaganda; techniques of public opinion measurement. Prerequisite(s) ; SOCI 1510 or equivalent.
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SOCI 4750D - World Population Trends and Problems 3 hours
Patterns of population growth; trends of fertility and mortality; migration; social and economic consequences of population change.
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SOCI 4900D - Special Problems 1-3 hours
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SOCI 4920D - Cooperative Education in Sociology 1-3 hours
Supervised work in a job directly related to the student’s major, professional field of study or career objective. Prerequisite(s): 12 hours credit in sociology; student must meet the employer’s requirements and have consent of the division chair. May be repeated for credit.
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SOCI 4951D - Honors College Capstone Thesis 3 hours
A major research project is prepared by the student under the supervision of a faculty member and presented in standard thesis format. An oral defense is required of each student for successful completion of the thesis. Prerequisite(s) : completion of at least six hours in honors courses; completion of at least 12 semester credit hours in the major department in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the department chair and the dean of the school or college in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the dean of the Honors College. May be substituted for HNRS 4000.
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SOCI 4990D - Sociology Capstone 3 hours
Senior Sociology majors use their skills and knowledge to develop data driven senior theses that integrate core sociological concepts, theory and methods. Students are required to find an applied sociology application in their projects. Prerequisite(s) : “C” or better in SOCI 3200D , SOCI 3220D , SOCI 3240D and SOCI 3280D . Required of all sociology majors. Senior level Sociology majors only.
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Spanish - Undergraduate |
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SPAN 1010D - Elementary Spanish 4 hours
TCCNS Number: (1411)
(4;1). Grammar and phonetics; reading, composition and oral-aural practice. Satisfies the Communication requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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SPAN 1020D - Elementary Spanish 4 hours
TCCNS Number: (1412)
(4;1) . Grammar and phonetics; reading, composition and oral-aural practice. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 1010D or equivalent. Satisfies the Communication requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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SPAN 2040D - Intermediate Spanish 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (2311)
Grammar, composition, oral-aural practice and readings. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 1020D or equivalent. Satisfies the Communication requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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SPAN 2050D - Intermediate Spanish 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (2312)
Grammar, composition, oral-aural practice and readings. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2040D or equivalent. Satisfies the Communication requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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SPAN 3060D - Advanced Spanish Composition and Oral Practice 3 hours
3060. Advanced Spanish Composition and Oral Practice. 3 hours each. Composition, oral reports, and Spanish and Spanish-American topics. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2050 or equivalent.
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SPAN 3080D - Advanced Spanish Composition and Grammar for Bilinguals 3 hours
3080. Advanced Spanish Composition and Grammar for Bilinguals. 3 hours. Principles of academic writing, spelling, and grammar in Spanish, directed specifically towards bilinguals (Spanish heritage and native speakers). Course will be taught in Spanish. Prerequisite(s) : Demonstrate native or near-native language ability as defined by results of departmental proficiency exam and / or consent of department.
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SPAN 3110D - Introduction to Hispanic Literature 3 hours
3110. Introduction to Hispanic Literature. 3 hours. Literary terminology, analysis of text, and differences among the genres. Readings include writings from a wide variety of Hispanic authors (both traditional and contemporary, from Spain and Latin America). Prerequisite(s): 6 hours from SPAN 3060, 3070, or 3080; plus SPAN 3090.
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SPAN 3150D - Spanish Culture and Civilization 3 hours
3150. Spanish Culture and Civilization. 3 hours. Study of the politics, social structures and traditions of the Spanish world from the Paleolithic period until today, with a special focus on their contemporary life in order to build a foundation for a more in-depth study of their life, literature and culture. Taught entirely in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): 6 hours from SPAN 3060, 3070, or 3080; plus SPAN 3090.
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SPAN 3160D - Latin American Culture and Civilization 3 hours
3160. Latin American Culture and Civilization. 3 hours. Study of the politics, social structures and traditions of Latin America from the indigenous period until today, with a special focus on their contemporary life in order to build a foundation for a more in-depth study of Latin American culture. Taught entirely in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 6 hours from 3060, 3070, or 3080; plus SPAN 3090.
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SPAN 4250D - Acquisition of Spanish as a Second Language 3.00
4250. Acquisition of Spanish as a Second Language. 3 hours. Overview of prominent linguistic principles in the acquisition of Spanish as a second language. Application of theory to language acquisition, pragmatics, and teaching / learning Spanish grammar such as verbal morphology system, indicative / subjunctive mood system, and pronomial system in Spanish. Prerequisite(s) : 6 hours of advanced Spanish.
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SPAN 4360D - Survey of Spanish-American Literature 3.00
4360. Survey of Spanish-American Literature. 3 hours. Spanish-American literature from the colonial period to 1888. Readings, lectures, discussions and term projects. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3110.
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SPAN 4500D - Spanish in the Bilingual Classroom 3.00
3570. Spanish in the Bilingual Classroom. 3 hours. Emphasizes the Spanish language skills needed in the teaching field to communicate with Spanish speaking students and their parents / guardians. Includes specialized vocabulary, scenarios, sample dialogues, and information related to a variety of school-related settings. Prerequisite(s) : SPAN 2050 or equivalent.
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Special Education - Undergraduate |
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EDSP 3210D - Educational Aspects of Exceptional Learners 3 hours
Overview of the unique physical, cognitive and behavioral needs of exceptional learners. The teacher’s role in identification and referral procedures and implementation of effective educational practices as required by federal and state law are examined.
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EDSP 3240D - Family Communication and Collaboration for Exceptional Learners 3 hours
Analysis of collaboration and communication models and strategies used in working with families, caregivers, and professionals concerned about students with exceptionalities. Focus on the changing definition of family, community resources, advocacy groups, political forces, legal mandates, and other factors that may impact students and their families are addressed. Fifteer hours a semester in field-work arranged.
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EDSP 4110D - Student Teaching in Special Education 3 hours
Teaching under supervision. See “Student Teaching Program” under College of Education section in the Undergraduate Catalog for details. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 3210D , EDSP 3220, EDSP 3300, EDSP 3410, EDSP 3420, EDSP 3500, EDSP 4330D and EDSP 4340D ; or consent of department. Pass/no pass only.
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EDSP 4320D - Educational Assessment and Evaluation of Exceptional Learners 3 hours
Examines a variety of assessment and evaluation strategies that are appropriate for special and general education settings. Knowledge of basic testing procedures and terminology as related to the exceptional learner. Interpretation and utilization of test data in developing individual education plans. Introduction to curriculum-based assessment. Field experiences include administration of academic and teacher-made assessments. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 3210D or equivalent and EDSP 3420.
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EDSP 4330D - Advanced Educational Strategies for Exceptional Learners 3 hours
Advanced educational strategies and interventions that promote academic performance of exceptional learners across a variety of settings and situations. Includes an emphasis on instructional use of computers and technology in the classroom. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 3210D or equivalent and EDSP 3240D .
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EDSP 4340D - Classroom and Behavioral Management Strategies for Exceptional Learners 3 hours
Approaches to behavioral management of exceptional learners across a variety of educational settings. Implementation of individualized techniques including applied bahavioral analysis, as well as larger-group strategies, to foster positive behavioral, social, and emotional growth. Special attention to the development of behavioral intervention plans and positive behavioral supports for students with challenging behaviors. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 3210D or equivalent and EDSP 3240D .
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EDSP 4350D - Strategies to Support Diverse Learners in General Education 3 hours
Examination of the roles of various professionals in the successful inclusion of students with disabilities in the general education classroom. Focus on consultation models, practices and principles with an emphasis on collaboration, cooperative learning, and inclusion. Provides and overview of assessment techniques applicable for all learners in the general education classsroom. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 3210D , or equivalent, EDSP 3240D .
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EDSP 4360D - Transition Education and Services for Exceptional Learners 3 hours
Transition education and services for individuals with disabilities across the life span with emphasis on the post-secondary years. Examines the theory and practice of transition planning from school to community living, post-secondary education, and employment. Legislative history and practical applications of skills such as transition assessment, job development and job placement are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 3210D , EDSP 3240D , EDSP 4320D .
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EDSP 4900D - Special Problems 1-3 hours
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Technical Communication - Undergraduate |
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TECM 1200D - Developmental Writing 3 hours
Fulfills TSI requirements for students who have not passed the writing portion of the Texas Higher Education Assessment with a score of 7 or 8 prior to enrolling in the university or who are not otherwise exempt. Covers sentence formation and skills needed for argumentation and exposition. Emphasizes audience, purpose and occasion. Students must complete the requirements of the course with a grade of C or better in order to meet the prerequisite for ENGL 1310D /ENGL 1313D or TECM 1300. Does not apply to degree.
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TECM 2700D - Technical Writing 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (2311)
Expository writing, especially for science, pre-engineering and business students. May be substituted for ENGL 1320 in some programs; students should consult advisers in their majors
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TECM 4180D - Advanced Technical Writing 3 hours
4180. Advanced Technical Writing. 3 hours. Practical application of technical-writing theory and style in industry, business and the sciences. Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 is recommended
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TECM 4190D - Technical Editing 3 hours
4190. Technical Editing. 3 hours. The editing of drafts of technical manuals and other technical reports; the design of technical reports. Experience in applying rules governing technical-writing style. Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 is recommended
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TECM 4250D - Writing Technical Procedures and Manuals 3 hours
4250. Writing Technical Procedures and Manuals. 3 hours. The application of the principles of technical style to the writing of technical procedures and manuals. Intensive practice in writing technical procedures and manuals. Prerequisite(s): TECM 2700 is recommended
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TECM 4700D - Writing in the Sciences 3 hours
4700. Writing in the Sciences. 3 hours. Intensive investigation of the genres of writing in the sciences. Learn and apply appropriate structures for reporting general information and specific data for a variety of scientific contexts. Prerequisite(s) : TECM 2700.
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Theatre - Undergraduate |
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THEA 3400D - Theatre for Young Audiences 3 hours
(3;1) Recognition and examination of the history and philosophy, production and performance of theatre for young audiences. Through focused inquiry, work on the practical problems that arise in the selection and performance of dramatic texts, original collective creations and adaptation of selected literature. Emphasis on connecting artistic practices and trends in educational theatre to theories of child/adolescent development. Course designed for those who advocate theatre as a stimulus for learning, whether they are specializing in classroom teaching or seeking careers in professional theatre. Class activities may take place on site in a school or at a theater.
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University Courses - Undergraduate |
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UCRS 4000D - Science in Ancient and Modern Times 3 hours
Seminars, guest lecturers and readings addressing major advances in science from a technological, philosophical and historical perspective. Meets with UCRS 5000.
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UGST 1100D - Application of Learning Foundations 1 hour
1100. Application of Learning Foundations. 1 hour. Study of critical theories of learning and their effective utilization for increasing academic performance and persistence. Prerequisite(s) : Consent of department.
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Undergraduate |
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TNTX 1100D - Second Teacher Education Preparation I : Inquiry Approaches to Teaching 1 hour
(1;0;1). Introduction to mathematics, computer sciences, and science teaching as a career. Discussions include standards-based lesson design and various teaching and behavior management strategies. Fieldwork consists of planning and teaching four inquiry-based lessons to students in grades 3-5 in local elementary schools. Prerequisite(s) : Admission in the Teach North Texas program ; see the Teach North Texas advisor for details.
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TNTX 1200D - Secondary Teacher Education Preparation 2 : Inquiry-Based Lesson Design 1 hour
(1;0;1). Topics may include routes to teacher certification in mathematics, computer sciences and science teaching; various teaching methods that are designed to meet instructional goals; and learner outcomes. Students develop and teach three inquiry-based lessons in their field in a middle school and participate in peer coaching. Prerequisite(s) : TNTX 1100D or consent of the Teach North Texas advisor.
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