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EDUC 0452 - Student Teaching - Middle School
Fall & Spring 10 Credit Hours
Supervised teaching on the middle school level in an assigned off-campus school site. The middle school teaching experience requires the student teacher to demonstrate his/her ability to be an entry-level, effective decision making teacher. Arrangements for placement are to be made in the semester preceding the actual student teaching block. Course Charge: $150.00 Education Special Course Chg, $15.00 Education Partnerships Chg, $275.00 Education Partnerships Chg Prerequisites: Please see Requirements for Admission to Student Teaching.
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EDUC 0462 - Student Teaching-Secondary
Fall & Spring 10 Credit Hours
Supervised teaching on the secondary level in an assigned off-campus school site. The secondary school teaching experience requires the student teacher to demonstrate his/her ability to be an entry-level, effective decision making teacher. Arrangements for placements are to be made in the semester preceding the actual student teaching block. Course Charge: $150.00 Education Special Course Chg, $15.00 Education Partnerships Chg, $275.00 Education Partnerships Chg Prerequisites: Please see requirements for Admission to Student Teaching
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EDUC 0464 - Student Teaching -(K-12)
Fall & Spring 10 Credit Hours
Supervised teaching on the secondary and elementary levels in assigned off-campus school sites. The PK-12 teaching experience requires the student teacher to demonstrate his/her ability to be an entry-level, effective decision making teacher. The student will be required to divide the experience into two equal segments - elementary and secondary. Arrangements for placement are to be made in the semester preceding the actual student teaching block. Course Charge: $150.00 Education Special Course Chg, $15.00 Education Partnerships Chg, $275.00 Education Partnerships Chg Prerequisites: Please see Requirements for Admission to Student Teaching.
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EDUC 0470 - Assessments for Reading Instruction
Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
This class prepares the beginning reading teacher and the regular classroom teacher to accurately assess reading interests, strengths and weaknesses of their students. Emphasis is focused upon using assessments as the vehicle to drive developmentally appropriate instruction. Class requires administering informal literacy assessments and planning instruction based on the results of the assessments. Course Charge: $10.00 Educ Tech Special Course Chg, $37.50 Teacher Education Program Chg Prerequisites: EDUC 0340 , Junior Block, and EDUC 0342 , must be taken concurrently with EDUC 0343 .
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EDUC 0471 - Practicum in Diagnosis of Reading Difficulties
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Practice in administering, interpreting, and reporting diagnostic test results of reading assessments. Emphasis on developmentally appropriate instruction based on testing results. Requires working with a reading disabled student and may involve off campus travel. Course Charge: $37.50 Teacher Education Program Chg Prerequisites: EDUC 0342 or EDUC 0422 , EDUC 0343 , EDUC 0474 may be taken concurrently with EDUC 0470 .
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EDUC 0474 - Educational-Psychological Testing in Special Education
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Comprehensive study of the various psycho-educational assessment techniques for diagnosis of learning problems of exceptional children, including educational, intelligence, and psychomotor. Emphasis on translating assessment data to support the creation of and review of the individual educational plan (I.E.P,). Data is further analyzed to inform the creation of remedial programs within a tiered classroom of instruction. Course Charge: $37.50 Teacher Education Program Chg Prerequisites: EDUC 0302 , EDUC 0305 , PSY 0310 and Junior Block.(EDUC 0321 , EDUC 0329 , EDUC 0423 )
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EDUC 0480 - Instructional Techniques for Teaching English Language Learners
Summer 3 Credit Hours
Current program designs for teaching English language learners with a focus on English as a second language and sheltered immersion. Recent methodologies in language teaching, such as task-based and content-based instruction. Effective techniques for developing language skills, curriculum development, lesson planning, needs and task analysis. (May be taken concurrently with or after Junior Block). Course Charge: $37.50 Teacher Education Program Chg
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EDUC 0481 - Curriculum for Teaching English Language Learners
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Considerations for evaluating, selecting, adapting and creating materials for the development of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. The use of a variety of assessment methodologies to guide instruction and practice, evaluate language proficiency, and measure learner progress, especially in the context of content-based English language instruction. Course Charge: $37.50 Teacher Education Program Chg Prerequisites: Junior Block EDUC 0321 , EDUC 0329 , and EDUC 0423
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EDUC 0482 - Practicum for Teaching English Language Learners
Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
The application of TESOL coursework supervised by the TESOL faculty. Training in the sheltered instruction observation protocol (SIOP) with particular attention given to implementing language objectives. Supervised practical classroom experience. Course Charge: $37.50 Teacher Education Program Chg Prerequisites: EDUC 0380 , EDUC 0381 , EDUC 0480 and EDUC 0481 and Junior Block.
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EDUC 0483 - Comparative Education and Cultures
Demand 2 Credit Hours
One credit hour of course work will be completed on campus prior to and following the field experience. Class lectures will focus on the culture and educational systems of designated countries as they relate to the development of the American education system and current educational trends in the various applicable cultures. One additional credit hour of the course will be gained from the field experience component. Travel in cultures studied will include visits in schools with interviews arranged to meet the certification profile of class participants. Course Charge: $25.00 Teacher Education Program Chg
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EDUC 0484 - Seminar in Science Education
Demand 1-2 Credit Hours
This course is designed to explore science and science education related to topics not currently in the required teacher education curriculum. Offerings will vary by term to meet the needs of students and availability of faculty. Course Charge: $12.50 Teacher Education Program Chg Prerequisite: Completion of Junior Block and permission of instructor.
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EDUC 0498 - Seminar in Problems of Education
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
A weekly seminar for upper division majors. Credit hours determined by the department each semester. Covers specialized knowledge and/or current research in the discipline. Topics vary by semester and situation. Course Charge: $12.50 Teacher Education Program Chg Prerequisites: Advanced standing and consent of department head.
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EDUC 0499 - Independent Study
Demand 1-4 Credit Hours
Structured by the adviser with approval of department head. Course Charge: $12.50 Teacher Education Program Chg Prerequisites: Advanced standing in the major field and approval of advisor and department head.
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EDUC 0580 - Instructional Techniques for Teaching English Language Learners
Fall,, Spring 3 Credit Hours
Current program designs for teaching English language learners with a focus on English as a second language and sheltered immersion. Recent methodologies in language teaching, such as task-based and content-based instruction. Effective techniques for developing language skills, curriculum development, lesson planning, needs and task analysis. M.S.Ed., TESOL students will be required to complete additional course projects to meet the rigor required for graduate level work. The projects may include individual and/or class case studies, school and/or district ESL planning, assessments for state or federal projects as well as professional development for their respective building or school district. Course projects will be aligned with course objectives and state competencies for TESOL. Projects will be determined by the course instructor with approval by the graduate school. The project outline will be submitted and approved according to state standards and indicators matrix. The project will be threaded throughout the M.S.Ed., TESOL content. All projects will be supervised by the appropriate specialist. (Pre-requisite: Graduate Office approval). Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0581 - Advanced Culture and Language Acquisition (Sociolinguistics) for ELL
3 Credit Hours
A study the role of culture in first- and second-language acquisition. The course discusses the history of diverse cultures in the United States and the role of language in cultural identity. It includes an emphasis on the application of differentiated strategies for diverse learners. The course looks at cultural interaction and social factors necessary to communicate with students and parents and focuses on creating a learning environment that is culturally sensitive and conducive to language learning. (M.S.Ed., ESL students will be required to complete additional course projects to meet the rigor required for graduate level work. The projects may include individual and/or class case studies, school and/or district ESL planning, assessments for state or federal projects as well as professional development for their respective building or school district. Course projects will be aligned with course objectives and state competencies for ESL. Projects will be determined by the course instructor with approval by the graduate school. The project outline will be submitted and approved according to state standards and indicators matrix. The project will be threaded throughout the M.S.Ed., ELL content. All projects will be supervised by the appropriate specialist. Prerequisite: Graduate Office approval. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0582 - Practicum for Teaching English Language Learners
Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
The application of TESOL coursework supervised by the TESOL faculty. Training in the sheltered instruction observation protocol (SIOP) with particular attention given to implementing language objectives. M.S.Ed., TESOL students will be required to complete additional course projects to meet the rigor required for graduate level work. The projects may include individual and/or class case studies, school and/or district ESL planning, assessments for state or federal projects as well as professional development for their respective building or school district. Course projects will be aligned with course objectives and state competencies for TESOL. Projects will be determined by the course instructor with approval by the graduate school. The project outline will be submitted and approved according to state standards and indicators matrix. The project will be threaded throughout the M.S.Ed., TESOL content. All projects will be supervised by the appropriate specialist. (Prerequisite: Graduate Office approval). Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0583 - Second Language Acquisition
Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
An introduction to the fundamental concepts and processes of first and second language acquisition. A systematic overview of factors that affect an individual’s ability to acquire a new language both during childhood and later in life. Special emphasis on acquiring English as a second language in instructed settings. M.S.Ed., TESOL students will be required to complete additional course projects to meet the rigor required for graduate level work. The projects may include individual and/or class case studies, school and/or district ESL planning, assessments for state or federal projects as well as professional development for their respective building or school district. Course projects will be aligned with course objectives and state competencies for TESOL. Projects will be determined by the course instructor with approval by the graduate school. The project outline will be submitted and approved according to state standards and indicators matrix. The project will be threaded throughout the M.S.Ed., TESOL content. All projects will be supervised by the appropriate specialist. (Prerequisite: Graduate Office approval). Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0584 - Advanced Curriculum Development in English Language Learners
Fall,Spring 3 Credit Hours
Considerations for evaluating, selecting, and adapting materials for the development of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. The use of a variety of assessment methodologies to guide instruction and practice, evaluate language proficiency, and measure learner progress, especially in the context of content‐based English language instruction. M.S.Ed., TESOL students will be required to complete additional course projects to meet the rigor required for graduate level work. The projects may include individual and/or class case studies, school and/or district ESL planning, assessments for state or federal projects as well as professional development for their respective building or school district. Course projects will be aligned with course objectives and state competencies for TESOL. Projects will be determined by the course instructor with approval by the graduate school. The project outline will be submitted and approved according to state standards and indicators matrix. The project will be threaded throughout the M.S.Ed., TESOL content. All projects will be supervised by the appropriate specialist. (Pre‐requisite: Graduate Office approval). Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0585 - Advanced Assessment Strategies in English Language Learners
3 Credit Hours
The use of a variety of assessment methodologies to guide instruction and practice, evaluate language proficiency, and measure learner progress, especially in the context of content-based English language instruction. M.S.Ed., ELL students will be required to complete additional course projects to meet the rigor required for graduate level work. The projects may include individual and/or class case studies, school and/or district ELL planning, assessments for state or federal projects as well as professional development for their respective building or school district. Course projects will be aligned with course objectives and state competencies for ELL. Projects will be determined by the course instructor with approval by the graduate school. The project outline will be submitted and approved according to state standards and indicators matrix. The project will be threaded throughout the M.S.Ed., ELL content. All projects will be supervised by the appropriate specialist. (Pre-requisite: Graduate Department approval) Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0587 - Linguistics and English Linguistics
Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
A systematic overview of the elements of the English language. Focus on grammatical analysis and the approaches to English grammar that are particularly relevant for language educators. Linguistic analysis of academic tasks for making sound pedagogical decisions and scaffolding instruction. M.S.Ed., TESOL students will be required to complete additional course projects to meet the rigor required for graduate level work. The projects may include individual and/or class case studies, school and/or district ESL planning, assessments for state or federal projects as well as professional development for their respective building or school district. Course projects will be aligned with course objectives and state competencies for TESOL. Projects will be determined by the course instructor with approval by the graduate school. The project outline will be submitted and approved according to state standards and indicators matrix. The project will be threaded throughout the M.S.Ed., TESOL content. All projects will be supervised by the appropriate specialist. (Pre-requisite: Graduate Office approval). Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0601 - Current Issues
Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to help educators become more aware of current issues and topics related to education. Topics will be studied within both historical and current contexts. The goal is to provide educators strategies to succeed in their teaching environments. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm Prerequisites: Acceptance to the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program and advisor approval.
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EDUC 0602 - Introduction to High Incidence Exceptional Learners
3 Credit Hours
An introduction to the area of working with Exceptional Children with high incidence disabilities in the P-12 learning environment. The content includes the history of Special Education, legal issues, characteristics of the exceptional student with high incidence disabilities, methods and techniques for instruction, resources in the community, and an exploration of assistive and adaptive technology. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0603 - Foundations of School Administration
Fall, Spring, Summer 3 Credit Hours
This course develops a basic foundation for the student preparing for a leadership role in a school system. The student will study the attitudes, practices, and skills necessary to become an effective school leader. This course explores the history, basic theories, and major areas of responsibility in school leadership. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0605 - Educational Technology
Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide an overview of various technologies designed to promote student learning. The goal is to provide information on how to use technology in areas such as differentiation, assessment, and student and teacher productivity. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm Prerequisites: Acceptance to the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program and advisor approval.
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EDUC 0607 - Leadership Capstone
2 Credit Hours
This course utilizes the practical experiences performed and related literature. Students will address one school improvement issue through the completion of a formal paper. The course results in the completion of the student’s research major project; preparation and presentation of the student’s graduation portfolio; and completion of departmental assessments. The culminating course in the Educational Administration master’s degree programs. This course requires 100 internship hours. Students must be fully admitted to the M.S.Ed., Administration program and/or have advisor permission. Course Charge: $80.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0610 - Multiculturalism in Education
Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide strategies for creating an inclusive classroom environment. The goal is to provide information about effective methods of inclusion and instruction for all students including those who have diversity of ability, culture, language, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or family constellation. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm Prerequisites: Acceptance to the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program and advisor approval.
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EDUC 0615 - Classroom and Behavioral Management
Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide seasoned teachers an opportunity to assess their classroom management style with a focus on improving performance. The goal is to explore common classroom management issues and provide information on multiple management strategies. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm Prerequisites: Acceptance to the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program and advisor approval.
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EDUC 0620 - Advanced Learning Theories
Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to inform students about the major theorists who have contributed to the study of learning. The goals are to examine how contemporary learning theories evolved from historical perspectives and to identify a personal philosophy of teaching and learning. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm Prerequisites: Acceptance to the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program and advisor approval.
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EDUC 0623 - Ethics & Policy in School Leadership
3 Credit Hours
This course explores the statutory and regulatory requirements as well as the ethical implications of policy initiatives inherent in the effective operation of a school. Students must be fully admitted to the M.S.Ed., Administration program and/or have advisor permission to enroll. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0625 - Advanced Content Area Literacy/Reading Interventions
Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
Designed to provide an overview of the key factors influencing student literacy including motivation and meta-cognitive awareness. Students will practice strategies for integrating reading, writing, speaking and listening into all content area classrooms. Students will utilize scaffolding tools to make content area reading more manageable and meaningful including before, during, and after reading-reading strategies; vocabulary development; content-specific reading approaches; and text-based analysis. Students will also be able to identify and describe specific challenges related to reading, identify appropriate alternate reading options and instructional interventions for students with reading deficits, and apply practices for assessing reader comprehension and using data to match students with appropriate texts. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm Prerequisite: Admission to MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program and/or advisor approval.
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EDUC 0627 - School Supervision
3 Credit Hours
This course introduces educators to the theories, knowledge, skills, and techniques of supervision as applied to the instructional setting and focuses on the role of supervision in the improvement of instruction. The course is two parts, one focusing on the role of the teacher as practitioner in mentoring pre-service and beginning teachers, while the second focuses on the role of the principal/administrator in a supervisory and evaluative capacity. The evaluative process as it relates to supervision is also discussed. Several approaches to supervision, including the developmental and clinical models, will also be presented. Learning methodology will emphasize both individual and collaborative group activities and will include case study analysis, discussion, and classroom presentations. Students must be fully admitted to the M.S.Ed., Administration program and/or have advisor permission to enroll. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0630 - Assessment of Student Learning
Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
This course is an overview of the current research, theory, and practice related to assessment and student learning. The goal is to assist students in seeing the relationship between research and practice and to provide a framework to use when making decisions about assessment methods and instructional strategies. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm Prerequisites: acceptance to the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program and advisor approval.
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EDUC 0633 - Administration Leadership
Fall, Spring, Summer 3 Credit Hours
The course prepares educational leaders for their roles in managing certified and classified personnel to effectively achieve the objectives of educational programs K-12. It is designed as course for the study of enhancing professional performance through effective staff development and performance enhancement efforts. The course provides a broad overview of advanced elements of supervision including national teaching standards, adult learning theory, effective staff development and use of data to inform professional development efforts. Building level fiscal responsibilities are included with emphasis on budgeting. Students will demonstrate the ability to collaborate professionally with staff to enhance performance and promote successful teaching and learning. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0635 - School Law
Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
This course is a survey of the laws and policies that govern P-12 education and their theoretical foundations. The goal is to provide information about how federal and state law drives P-12 policy and funding and the common legal issues that arise. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm Prerequisites: Acceptance to the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program and advisor approval.
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EDUC 0640 - Curriculum Construction
Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
Designed to provide information related to current P-12 curriculum development and to provide seasoned teachers an opportunity to assess their teaching styles and strategies with a focus on improving performance and becoming an instructional leader. The goal is for students to apply information from prior courses (technology, inclusion, differentiation, assessment, and learning theory) and current state and federal standards to construct relevant curriculum for a specific grade or content area. Students will integrate multiple data sources and information from prior courses (technology, inclusion, differentiation, assessment, and learning theory) in improvement plans. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm Prerequisites: Acceptance to the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program, EDUC 0620 and EDUC 0630 , and advisor approval.
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EDUC 0645 - Teaching Methods and Instructional Strategies in the Subject Area
Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide teachers an opportunity to assess their teaching styles and strategies with a focus on improving performance and becoming instructional leaders. The goal is for students to complete tasks to improve instructional methods in a specific content area. Students will integrate multiple data sources and information from prior courses (technology, inclusion, differentiation, assessment, and learning theory) in their subject/content-specific improvement plans. Prerequisites: Acceptance to the MSSU Education, Curriculum and Instruction, MSEd, GR08 , and/or advisor approval. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0650 - Research Design
Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
This course is an overview of the various methods used in conducting educational research. The goals are to provide information about qualitative, quantitative, and action research methods and give examples of how each is used in P-12 educational settings. Students will design an action research project that could be used in their educational environment. Students will also examine concepts such as establishing reliability and validity and research ethics. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm Prerequisites: Acceptance to the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction and advisor approval.
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EDUC 0660 - Teacher Leadership
Demand, Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
In this course, students will identify characteristics of the effective teacher leader and examine issues such as leadership styles, facilitation, reflection, and problem solving. Students will also analyze their role as a current/potential leader and suggest a plan for maximizing their potential. Course Charge: $120.00 School of Education Grad Prgm Prerequisites: Acceptance to the MSSU Masters of Curriculum and Instruction Program and advisor approval.
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EDUC 0665 - Elementary School Administration
2 Credit Hours
This course is a study of the administration of the elementary school and how it relates to the goals and objectives of modern elementary education. Instructional leadership, decision-making, problem solving, effective schools correlates, the change process, school culture, diversity and school improvement concepts will be emphasized. The course permits the student preparing for a position in school administration and supervision to enter into a supervised internship. Acceptance to the MSSU Teacher Education Graduate Program and/or advisor approval. Course Charge: $80.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0667 - Secondary School Administration
2 Credit Hours
This course focuses on administrative philosophies, methods, and techniques are included. An examination of the leadership responsibilities of the secondary school principal. Instructional leadership, decision-making, problem solving, effective schools correlates, the change process, school culture, diversity and school improvement concepts will be emphasized. Special emphasis is placed on the administrative problems of the high school principal. The course permits the student preparing for a position in school administration and supervision to enter into a supervised internship. Students must be fully admitted to the M.S.Ed., Administration program and/or have advisor permission to enroll. Course Charge: $80.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0668 - Internship I in Elementary School Administration
Demand 1 Credit Hour
This course involves a supervised field experience in which the student spends periods of time observing and performing various functions associated with school administration and supervision at the elementary building level. Problem-based field experiences encompassing building level, district level, or other specialized administrative or supervisor positions to emphasize the intern’s knowledge, skills and sensitivity in working with diverse students. Internal activities will be the primary focus. This course requires 100 internship hours. Acceptance to the MSSU Teacher Education Graduate Program and/or advisor approval. Course Charge: $40.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0669 - Internship I in Secondary School Administration
Demand 1 Credit Hour
This course involves a supervised field experience in which the student spends periods of time observing and performing various functions associated with school administration and supervision at the secondary building level. Problem-based field experiences encompassing building level, district level, or other specialized administrative or supervisor positions to emphasize the intern’s knowledge, skills and sensitivity in working with diverse students. This is the first part of a supervised, clinical internship that encourages a cooperative agreement among the key stakeholders. Internal activities will be the primary focus. This course requires 100 internship hours. Student must be fully admitted to the M.S.Ed., Administration program and/or have advisor permission to enroll. Course Charge: $40.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0671 - Internship II in Secondary School Administration
Demand 1 Credit Hour
Involves a supervised field experience in which the student spends periods of time observing and performing various functions associated with school administration and supervision at the secondary building level. Problem-based field experiences encompassing building level, district level, or other specialized administrative or supervisor positions to emphasize the intern’s knowledge, skills and sensitivity in working with diverse students. This is the second part of a supervised, clinical, internship that encourages a cooperative agreement among the key stakeholders. External activities will be the primary focus. Students must be fully admitted to the M.S.Ed., Administration program and/or have advisor permission to enroll. Course Charge: $40.00 School of Education Grad Prgm
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EDUC 0672 - K12 School Administration
Fall 2 Credit Hours
A study of administrative philosophies, methods, and techniques as relate to the goals and objectives of a K12 educational setting. Examined are leadership responsibilities of the K12 school principal for Instructional leadership, decision-making, problem solving, components of effective schools, the change process, school culture, diversity and school improvement concepts. The course permits the student preparing for a position in school administration and supervision to enter into a supervised internship. Prerequisite: Acceptance to the MSSU Masters of Educational Administration Program.
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TH 0101 - Theatre Performance
Fall, Spring & Summer 1 Credit Hour
The performance of a role, service as a designer, or stage manager which has met departmental standards on a major production. A student may accumulate up to 8 hours of credit. Credit is applied for after production closes. Credit applies only to accumulative graduation hours. Course Charge: $10.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0102 - Theatre Performance
Fall, Spring & Summer 1 Credit Hour
The performance of a role, service as a designer, or stage manager which has met departmental standards on a major production. A student may accumulate up to 8 hours of credit. Credit is applied for after production closes. Credit applies only to accumulative graduation hours. Course Charge: $10.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0110 - Theatre Appreciation
Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
Introduction to theatre as a communicative and fine art emphasizing collaborative efforts of playwright, artistic director, designer, actor, and crew. Activities include the interpretation and evaluation of plays through scripts, live, and recorded performances. MOTR: THEA 100A
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TH 0116 - History of Musical Theatre
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Examines the history, philosophy, and significance of one of the quintessentially American forms of performance - the musical theatre. The course will explore the context of the musical in the theatre and society throughout history and in the contemporary arts through a multicultural study of historical evolution. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0121 - Theatre Laboratory
Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
A laboratory devoted to mounting the theatre’s season. Nonperformance work. Meets two hours in sequence twice a week. Course Charge: $20.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0122 - Theatre Laboratory
Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
A laboratory devoted to mounting the theatre’s season. Nonperformance work. Meets two hours in sequence twice a week. Course Charge: $20.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0134 - Children’s Theatre
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Students will examine current philosophies, principles, and techniques of childrens theatre. Development of the individual through use of dramatic play, imagining, improvisation, and theatre games geared to K-8 curriculum. This course is applicable to classroom teaching, educational leadership, public speaking, and performers. Students will engage in age appropriate literary text adaptations, as well as curriculum building for youth in a performative, theatrical fashion. This dynamic course will explore the past, present and future of Theater for Young Audiences both domestically and abroad. Students will engage with and assess the quality of TYA in script and in performance through the lens of the artist, practitioner, educator, and producer. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisites: None.
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TH 0141 - Improvisational Acting
3 Credit Hours
Designed not only for students of the theater, but also for those with an interest in politics and debate, public speaking, trial law, and education, as well as a broad range of other careers. Students explore various improvisational techniques that fuse intellect, imagination, voice, and body. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0142 - Theatre Technology
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Hardware and tool usage and technical drawing as applied to theatre. The use of electricity, sound, and electronics in the theatre. Stage rigging, welding, new materials, and construction techniques. Course Charge: $15.00 Theater Special Course Chg, $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0201 - Theatre Performance
Fall, Spring & Summer 1 Credit Hour
The performance of a role, service as a designer, or stage manager which has met departmental standards on a major production. A student may accumulate up to 8 hours of credit. Credit is applied for after production closes. Credit applies only to accumulative graduation hours. Course Charge: $10.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0202 - Theatre Performance
Fall, Spring & Summer 1 Credit Hour
The performance of a role, service as a designer, or stage manager which has met departmental standards on a major production. A student may accumulate up to 8 hours of credit. Credit is applied for after production closes. Credit applies only to accumulative graduation hours. Course Charge: $10.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0212 - Oral Interpretation
Spring (Even) 3 Credit Hours
Principles and techniques for the public presentation of oral reading. Selection, analysis, and preparation of different types of literature with emphasis on platform presentation of prose, poetry, drama, and Readers Theatre. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0215 - Ballet I
Spring 2 Credit Hours
Introduces students to the fundamentals of classical ballet technique. In each class, students participate in conditioning, movement exercises and dance phrases designed to increase knowledge and improve execution of basic ballet steps. Course Charge: $20.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0216 - Jazz I
Fall 2 Credit Hours
Introduces students to the fundamentals of Jazz dance technique. In each class, students participate in conditioning, movement exercises and dance phrases designed to increase knowledge and improve execution of basic Jazz dance steps. Course Charge: $20.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0217 - Tap I
Spring 2 Credit Hours
Introduces students to the fundamentals of Tap dance technique. In each class, students participate in conditioning, movement exercises, and dance phrases designed to increase knowledge and improve execution of basic Tap dance steps. Course Charge: $20.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0220 - Professional Interaction
Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
This performance class merges concepts and techniques from theatre and rhetoric to develop the skills necessary to effective communication in a professional context. Particular attention will be paid to the organization and presentation of information. Students will interact as speakers and as auditors in simulated communication environments, e.g. an informal training session, a formal boardroom presentation. MOTR: COMM 125
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TH 0221 - Theatre Laboratory
Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
A laboratory devoted to mounting the theatre’s season. Nonperformance work. Meets two hours in sequence twice a week. Course Charge: $20.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0222 - Theatre Laboratory
Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
A laboratory devoted to mounting the theatre’s season. Nonperformance work. Meets two hours in sequence twice a week. Course Charge: $20.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0229 - Musical Theatre Diction
2 Credit Hours
Designed to equip students with an understanding of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and the rules associated with the authentic execution of the English language as applied to both speech and lyric diction. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of the IPA, and its use for effective and expressive diction through written and oral assignments and examinations, in addition to performances of appropriate repertoire in class. Also offered as MUS 0229. Course Charge: $20.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0231 - Speech for Stage I
Fall (Even) 3 Credit Hours
Exercises and drills to improve projection, quality, flexibility, and effectiveness of the speaking voice leading to good usage in Standard American speech, based on the International Phonetic Alphabet. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0232 - Costume Technology
Fall (Odd) & Demand 3 Credit Hours
Basic techniques for construction of stage costumes from a designer’s sketch. Areas covered are: fabrics, pattern development, cutting, sewing, dyeing, and crafts. No previous skills required. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0233 - Stage Makeup
Spring (Odd) & Demand 3 Credit Hours
Introduction to the design and application of makeup for the stage. Focus is on the application of two-dimensional makeup for both large and small theatres. The uses and sources of a variety of materials will be discussed. Course Charge: $70.00 Special Course Chg Theatre, $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0234 - Introduction to Theatrical Design
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Theoretical information which is common to all theatrical design courses. Emphasis is on developing creativity, script analysis, techniques of scenography, and collaboration, as well as the application of basic elements and principles of design in relation to the theatre. Course Charge: $65.00 Theater Special Course Chg, $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0235 - Speech for Stage II
Spring (Even) 3 Credit Hours
A continuation of stage speech training, emphasizing resonance, range, vocal dynamics, vocal expressiveness, and stage dialects. The course provides training in the most current and most significant voice methods for actors and speakers and utilizes the International Phonetic Alphabet to develop performance skills in American regional and foreign dialects. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisite: TH 0231
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TH 0236 - Introduction to Puppetry
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Introduces students to the basics of puppetry from the making of puppets to presenting them as performing objects. The class will explore the history and art of puppetry as well as the variety of approaches to the craft of puppet making. In addition to learning to build puppets, students will also get to explore character development, storytelling, animated performance, and presentation. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisite: TH 0141 .
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TH 0240 - Stage Combat I
Spring (Odd) 3 Credit Hours
An introduction to stage combat training. Our main goals are to expand and strengthen each actors movement and gestural skill base, develop a wider range of physical tensions, techniques, and theatrical violence skills. We will investigate extensive training and warm-up techniques that will address the particular needs of individual actors, while building on the base knowledge of hand-to-hand combat and knife combat. All of your current and previous training in acting and vocal production will be integrated in this course. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0241 - Acting I (Writing Intensive)
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Development of individual’s ability to express thought and emotion through effective use of the voice and body. Character analysis and creation revealed in exercises and scene work. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0242 - Theatre Movement I
Spring (Even) 3 Credit Hours
Historical development and implementation of theatrical movement. Exercises and assignments focus on the enhancement of nonverbal character interpretation through individual study and in-class application of movement, gestures, and postures, including an assimilation of cultural influences, pantomime, masque, and improvisation. Two one-hour labs per week. Course Charge: $10.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0243 - Musical Theatre
Fall (Odd) 3 Credit Hours
History, production, and performance of musical theatre. Academic concentration on scenes from musicals with emphasis on acting, music, and dance techniques needed for musical productions. Focus is on representative musicals from the past fifty years and specifically on the musical selected for production the spring semester of that school year. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge Course also offered under MUS 0243 .
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TH 0251 - Business of Theatre
Demand 1 Credit Hour
Focuses on the business side of theatre. Students will learn how to prepare a resume, headshot, and portfolio of their work. Students will gain an understanding of industry specific unions and working expectations. Course Charge: $10.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisite: TH 0110 .
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TH 0252 - Introduction to Western Drama
Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
An in-depth study of Western Drama with representative playwrights throughout western history. Satisfies Area 5B General Education Core Curriculum requirement. Prerequisite: ENG 0101 . Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0298 - Topics in Theatre
Demand 1-8 Credit Hours
Concentrated study on a variety of selected theatre topics. Can be offered on same topic an unlimited number of times. Course Charge: $10.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0301 - Theatre Performance
Fall, Spring & Summer 1 Credit Hour
The performance of a role, service as a designer, or stage manager which has met departmental standards on a major production. A student may accumulate up to 8 hours of credit. Credit is applied for after production closes. Credit applies only to accumulative graduation hours. Course Charge: $10.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0302 - Theatre Performance
Fall, Spring & Summer 1 Credit Hour
The performance of a role, service as a designer, or stage manager which has met departmental standards on a major production. A student may accumulate up to 8 hours of credit. Credit is applied for after production closes. Credit applies only to accumulative graduation hours. Course Charge: $10.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0311 - Stage Management
Fall (Even) & Demand 3 Credit Hours
Fundamentals of stage management. Organization of call board, rehearsals, and performances. Construction of prompt book. Communication procedures between actors, director, and designers. Calling the show. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisite: TH 0142 .
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TH 0320 - Stage Lighting
Spring (Odd) & Demand 3 Credit Hours
Lighting design approached artistically. The use of lighting for atmosphere, mood, and emphasis. Lighting as applied to art, television, theatre, and motion pictures. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisites: TH 0142 & TH 0234 .
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TH 0321 - Theatre Laboratory
Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
A laboratory devoted to mounting the theatre’s season. Nonperformance work. Meets two hours in sequence twice a week. Course Charge: $20.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0322 - Theatre Laboratory
Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
A laboratory devoted to mounting the theatre’s season. Nonperformance work. Meets two hours in sequence twice a week. Course Charge: $20.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0331 - History of the Theatre I
Spring (Odd) 3 Credit Hours
Theatre from ancient origins through the Elizabethan period. Theatre and stage architecture, scene design, acting styles, theatre management, and the culture surrounding the theatrical event will be addresses with analysis of their relationship to dramatic literature. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0332 - History of the Theatre II
Spring (Even) 3 Credit Hours
The cultural background and evolution of the theatrical literature, physical theatre, staging, casting, audiences, and production practices from the Jacobean period to the present day. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0334 - Children’s Theatre
3 Credit Hours
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TH 0341 - Acting II
Spring 3 Credit Hours
The dynamics of analysis, rehearsal, and performance of scenes from contemporary and classic plays. Emphasis on the actor’s relationship to the play and to other actors. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisite: TH 0241 .
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TH 0351 - Directing I
Fall 3 Credit Hours
A comprehensive study of various problems confronting a stage director. Techniques and procedures for play selection, analysis, and mounting a production. Scene directing. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisite: TH 0241 .
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TH 0361 - History of Costume
Fall (Even) 3 Credit Hours
Survey of the garments and fabrics worn in Western cultures from Ancient Greece through the 19th Century. (Recommended for Stage Costume Design.) Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0362 - Stage Costume Design
Fall (Even) 3 Credit Hours
Theory and practical aspects of costume design. Emphasis on nonverbal communication of theme, character, and historical period through rendered costume designs. Course Charge: $30.00 Theater Special Course Chg, $30.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisite: TH 0234 .
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TH 0363 - Costume History II
Spring (Even) 3 Credit Hours
A service learning course. Hands-on analysis and preservation of clothing worn, in the US, during the 19th and 20th centuries. Four hours per week will be spent at the Dorothea B. Hoover museum in Joplin. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval.
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TH 0372 - Directing II
Spring (Odd) 3 Credit Hours
Study of the skills and role of a director, casting, production administration, and director-actor relationship. Experience and group evaluation in directing one-act plays for public performance. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisite: TH 0351 .
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TH 0373 - Musical Theatre Styles I
Demand 3 Credit Hours
A performance-oriented course in which students explore the Golden Age (pre-1960’s) musical theatre repertoire, 1960-90’s musical theatre repertoire, and appropriate singing, acting, and movement for the style. This course is one part of a three-part series of courses that gives the musical theatre student a comprehensive understanding and experience of specific musical theatre repertoire and styles. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0374 - Musical Theatre Styles II
Demand 3 Credit Hours
A performance-oriented course in which students explore Contemporary (post-1990’s) musical theatre repertoire and appropriate singing, acting, and movement for the style. This course is one part of a three-part series of courses that gives the musical theatre student a comprehensive understanding and experience of specific musical theatre repertoire and styles. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0380 - Applied Theatre
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Focuses on applied theatre, theatre that occurs in non-traditional settings and/or with marginalized communities to directly intervene in issues of concern to community members. This course interrogates pointed questions about theatre and aesthetics in educational and applied settings through examination of the power and efficacy of theatre practices in a wide range of venues. Students will develop and collaboratively explore a broad vocabulary of theatrical skills (physical theatre, mask and puppetry work and Theatre of the Oppressed) for exploration in formal and informal contexts. We will examine how issues of performance relate to discussions in the fields of history, sociology, critical theory and education. Students will read widely, engage in theory through practice, and reflect on their evolving understandings of the art form, theatre pedagogy, and theatre as a tool for community-based work. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisite: TH 0141 .
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TH 0382 - Sound Design
Spring (Even) & Demand 3 Credit Hours
Sound design approached artistically and practically. The use of sound effects and music for atmosphere, mood, and emphasis. The research, recording, and playback methods of sound effects and music. Types of setup and the equipment used for sound as applied to theatre and live concerts. Course Charge: $30.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisite: TH 0142 .
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TH 0401 - Theatre Performance
Fall, Spring & Summer 1 Credit Hour
The performance of a role, service as a designer, or stage manager which has met departmental standards on a major production. A student may accumulate up to 8 hours of credit. Credit is applied for after production closes. Credit applies only to accumulative graduation hours. Course Charge: $1.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0402 - Theatre Performance
Fall, Spring & Summer 1 Credit Hour
The performance of a role, service as a designer, or stage manager which has met departmental standards on a major production. A student may accumulate up to 8 hours of credit. Credit is applied for after production closes. Credit applies only to accumulative graduation hours. Course Charge: $1.00 Theatre Program Charge
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TH 0415 - Tap II
Spring 2 Credit Hours
Continues the study of Tap dance technique. In each class, students participate in conditioning, movement exercises, and dance phrases designed to increase knowledge and improve execution of Tap dance steps. Course Charge: $20.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisite: TH 0217 Tap I.
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TH 0416 - Jazz II
Fall 2 Credit Hours
Continues the study of Jazz dance technique. In each class, students participate in conditioning, movement exercises, and dance phrases designed to increase knowledge and improve execution of Jazz dance steps. Course Charge: $20.00 Theatre Program Charge Prerequisite: TH 0216 Jazz I.
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