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COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Department of Educational Technology, Research and Assessment
New Course
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CIP Code: 13.0601
ETR 746. INTERVIEW METHODS IN EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH (3). Provides knowledge and
skills to conduct qualitative interviews and design and implement qualitative interview studies in
educational research. Provides a theoretical foundation in qualitative research and qualitative interviewing
in education, along with hands-on experience conducting qualitative interviews. PRQ: ETR 525 or EPS
524; or consent of department.
Course Revision
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ETR 790. WORKSHOP IN RESEARCH AND ASSESSMENT (1-3). Designed for teachers,
administrators, supervisors, and evaluators. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours. Students
may enroll in more than one section in a given term.
Department of Special and Early Education
New Course
Graduate Catalog
CIP Code: 13.1099
SESE 520. DISABILITY IN FILM AND TELEVISION (3). Study of the representation and portrayal of
various disabilities in motion pictures and television. Special emphasis is placed on evaluating stereotypes
that are perpetuated on screen and creating plans to increase public awareness of trends and issues that
affect individuals with disabilities
New Course
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CITC
CIP Code: 13.1001
SESE 600. INTRODUCTION TO INSTRUCTIONAL PLANNING, TEACHER PERFORMANCE
ASSESSMENT, AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY (2). Introduction to instructional planning, teacher
performance assessment (edTPA), and assistive technology (AT). Development and delivery of lesson
plans created for diverse learners with an emphasis on evaluation and reflection of instructional practices
and student learning. Activities include an overview of AT, basics of video and audio editing, design,
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implementation, and evaluation of lesson plans using digital technology. PRQ: SESE 540 and 6 semester
hours completed in program; or consent of department.
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CIP Code: 13.1001
SESE 601. METHODS FOR TEACHING STUDENTS WITH MILD DISABILITIES (4). Organization,
design, implementation, and adaptation of elementary school reading, writing, and math curricula for
students with mild disabilities. Emphasis on explicit systematic instructional approaches such as Direct
Instruction and Cognitive Strategy Instruction, as well as data-driven decision making in lesson planning.
Includes field-based activities and experience. PRQ: SESE 540; or consent of department. CRQ: ETR
534.
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CITC
CIP Code: 13.1001
SESE 602. METHODS FOR TEACHING MIDDLE AND SECONDARY STUDENTS WITH MILD
DISABILITIES (3). Curricula, methods, and materials for teaching middle and secondary students with
mild disabilities. Emphasis on instructional procedures, learning and study strategies, curriculum supports,
and informal assessments. Includes field-based activities and experience. PRQ: ETR 434 or ETR 534 or
ETR 524; and SESE 540; or consent of Department.
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CIP Code: 13.1001
SESE 603. FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS FOR SPECIAL EDUCATORS (3). Principles and methods of
behavior analysis applied to the learning and behavior management of students exhibiting challenges in
learning and behavior. Emphasis on functional behavior assessment and the development of function-based
interventions in the classroom, home, and community settings. Includes field-based activities and
experience. PRQ: SESE 540; and SESE 417 or SESE 554; or consent of department.
New Course
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CIP Code: 13.1001
SESE 604. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY AND METHODS FOR TEACHING INDIVIDUALS WITH
AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (4). Methods for assessing and teaching academic
and functional skills, identifying and using assistive technology supports, and modifying curriculum in
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inclusive and community-based environments for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities.
Includes field-based activities and experience. PRQ: SESE 540; and ETR 434 or ETR 534; or consent of
department.
New Course
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CIP Code: 13.1001
SESE 605. CONSULTATION, COLLABORATION, AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR
SPECIAL EDUCATORS (3). Strategies for effectively consulting, collaborating, and communicating
with general education teachers, administrators, paraprofessionals, families, teams, and community
personnel. Emphasis on effective interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, problem solving, facilitating
meetings, and co-teaching. Includes field-based assignments. PRQ: SESE 540 and minimum of 20
graduate program semester hours; or consent of department.
New Course
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CIP Code: 13.1001
SESE 606. METHODS FOR TEACHING STUDENTS WITH EMOTIONAL/BEHAVIORAL
DISORDERS (3). Characteristics of and effective instructional practices for students with
emotional/behavioral disorders. Focus on programs, methods, and materials in the organization of the
school and classroom environment to facilitate management of academic and social behavior. Reviews
theory, eligibility issues, assessment, and instructional methods for educating children with emotional and
behavioral disorders. Provides specific techniques to teach social skills in the classroom setting and
promote and support social competency in students in grades K-12. Includes field-based activities and
experience. PRQ: SESE 603; or consent of department.
New Course
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CIP Code: 13.1001
SESE 607. SPECIAL EDUCATION CAPSTONE/PRE-STUDENT TEACHING SEMINAR (1).
Preparation for student teaching, the Teacher Performance Assessment, and applying for special education
positions. S/U grading. PRQ: SESE 540 and 30 hours in program; or consent of department.
New Course
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CIP Code: 13.1001
SESE 608. FIELD EXPERIENCE IN SPECIAL EDUCATION: LEARNING BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST
I (2-6). Supervised field experience in inclusive or special education settings. Candidates complete a
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minimum of 100 hours observing and working with groups of students with disabilities in a variety of
educational settings. May be repeated for up to 6 semester hours. S/U grading. PRQ: Minimum of 20
graduate program semester hours or consent of department.
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CIP Code: 13.1001
SESE 609. ELEMENTARY PRACTICUM: LEARNING BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST I (3-6). Provides
supervised student teaching of children and adolescents with disabilities and special needs in diverse
cultural and educational settings. All teacher candidates must satisfy the regulations governing student
teaching. Candidates will complete a minimum of 3 semester hours at the elementary level.
May be repeated up to 6 hours. S/U grading. PRQ: Completion of all professional education and related
course work, or consent of the department.
New Course
CITC
Graduate Catalog
CIP Code: 13.1001
SESE 610. SECONDARY PRACTICUM: LEARNING BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST I (3-6). Provides
supervised student teaching of children and adolescents with disabilities and special needs in diverse
cultural and educational settings. All teacher candidates must satisfy the regulations governing student
teaching. Candidates will complete a minimum of 3 semester hours at the secondary level.
May be repeated up to 6 hours. S/U grading. PRQ: Completion of all professional education and related
course work, or consent of the department.
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SESE (was TLSE) 540. FOUNDATIONS OF SPECIAL EDUCATION (3). Education of exceptional
learners including contemporary changes in philosophy, objectives, teaching in diverse cultural settings,
curriculum, methods, materials, and evaluation. Overview of characteristics and abilities of diverse and
exceptional learners including contemporary philosophy regarding the nature of differences; evidencebased instruction to promote inclusion of learners with diverse needs in multicultural settings; behavioral
objectives, instructional plans, and individualized education programs; adapting materials for diverse needs
in general education and targeted intervention settings; and fair and appropriate evaluation.
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SESE (was TLSE) 554. CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT FOR SPECIAL EDUCATORS APPLIED
BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS AND POSITIVE BEHAVOR SUPPORT IN SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
SETTINGS (3). Application of the principles of applied behavior analysis to promote appropriate
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academic and social behavior and to prevent and decrease challenging behavior in school settings.
Discussion of the concepts and principles of behavior analysis and the application of research-based
practices in applied behavior analysis and positive behavior support. Designed to enable preservice special
educators to design effective environments, conduct functional assessments, develop positive behavior
intervention plans, and implement group and individualized behavior programs to promote appropriate
academic and social behavior and to prevent and decrease challenging behavior in classroom, school, and
community settings. PRQ: TLSE 540
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SESE (was TLSE) 559. TRANSITION PLANNING AND VOCATIONAL PROGRAMMING FOR
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES PLANNING FOR THE TRANSITION FROM SCHOOL TO
EMPLOYMENT, CAREER AND POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS WITH
DISABILITIES (3). Transition planning, vocational training, evaluation, and placement of students of
senior high school age with special needs; role of school personnel, families, and adult service providers.
PRQ: ETR 434 or ETR 524 or ETR 534; and TLSE 540 or TLSE 592; or consent of department.
Strategies for effectively planning the transition from school to employment, career, postsecondary
education and community for students with disabilities in secondary school settings. Emphasis on studentcentered planning, career and transition assessment involving students, families, school and community
supports. Includes field-based assignments. PRQ: ETR 434 or ETR 534, and SESE 540; or consent of
department.
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SESE (was TLSE) 792. SEMINAR: SINGLE-SUBJECT CASE RESEARCH METHODOLOGIES AND
EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICES IN SPECIAL EDUCATION (3). Consideration of major concepts
Underlying single-subject research regarding children with disabilities analyzing the design, variables, and
parameters most critical in study of children who have limited language, motor, and cognitive abilities.
PRQ: Consent of department. In-depth analysis of critical issues and research supported practices in the
field of special education. Consideration of major concepts underlying single-case research regarding
individuals with disabilities analyzing the design, variables, and parameters most critical in study of
children and youth with special needs. May be repeated up to 6 credit hours. PRQ: SESE 603 or consent of
department.
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Specialization in Learning Behavior Specialist I
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TLSE 559 - Transition Planning and Vocational Programming for Students with Disabilities Planning for
the Transition from School to Employment, Career and Postsecondary Education for Students with
Disabilities (3)
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Certificates of Graduate Study
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Curriculum Adaptations Specialist (18)
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TLSE 559 - Transition Planning and Vocational Programming for Students with Disabilities Planning for
the Transition from School to Employment, Career and Postsecondary Education for Students with
Disabilities (3)
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Multiple Disabilities Specialist (18)
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TLSE 559 - Transition Planning and Vocational Programming for Students with Disabilities Planning for
the Transition from School to Employment, Career and Postsecondary Education for Students with
Disabilities (3)
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES
Department of Economics
New Courses
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CIP: 45.06
661A. MACROECONOMICS ANALYSIS IA (1). To prepare students with a working knowledge of
advanced macroeconomic topics beyond those taught in the introductory section. Topics include Real
Business Cycle Models, New Keynesian Models, the Phillips Curve, and Aggregate Supply models with
inflation. CRQ: ECON 661.
661B. INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL ECONOMIC APPLICATIONS (1). Introduction to
elementary financial economic theory and to applied work demanded by the industry. Topics include a
broad overview of the financial system, mean-variance analysis, The Capital Asset Pricing Model, and two
period consumption asset pricing models. CRQ: ECON 661.
690A. ECONOMETRICS IA (1). The continuation of the ECON 690 course focusing on topics such as
instrumental variable estimation, Logit and Probit models and, if time permits, duration models. CRQ:
ECON 690.
690B. FINANCIAL TIME SERIES ECONOMETRICS (1). To prepare students with a working
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knowledge of econometric methods used to conduct time series analysis with financial economic data.
Emphasis is placed on applications rather than theories in computational economics, macroeconomics, and
financial economics. CRQ: ECON 690.
791. COMPUTATIONAL ECONOMICS (2). Covers environments for scientific computing, numerical
methods, and computational economics. Students will be expected to write their own computer programs
to solve and estimate economic models. PRQ: Consent of department.
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661. MACROECONOMIC ANALYSIS I (3 2). Factors determining … … of department.
690. ECONOMETRICS I (3 2). Specification and… …CRQ: ECON 690A 692A.
761. MACROECONOMIC ANALYSIS II (3). Continuation of… …PRQ: ECON 661 and ECON 661A
or Cconsent of department. Recommended: ECON 661.
790. ECONOMETRICS II (3). Advanced topics… …PRQ: ECON 690 and ECON 690A or cConsent of
department. Recommended: ECON 690.
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Master of Arts in Economics
The M.A. program in economics requires a minimum of 30 semester hours of graduate credit.
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Course Requirements
ECON 660 – Microeconomic Analysis I (3)
ECON 661 – Macroeconomic Analysis I (3 2)
ECON 661A – Macroeconomics Analysis IA (1); for students without a Concentration,
OR ECON 661B – Introduction to Financial Economic Applications (1); for students with a
Concentration in Financial Economics
ECON 690 – Econometrics I (3 2)
ECON 690A – Econometrics Laboratory (1)
ECON 690A – Econometrics IA (1); for students without a Concentration,
OR ECON 690B – Financial Time Series Econometrics (1); for students with a Concentration in
Financial Economics
ECON 692A – Methods in Economics: Econometrics (1)
ECON 699A – Master’s Thesis (6),
OR ECON 699B – Master’s Research Paper (3),
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OR a substantial research paper written in a 500- or 600-level economics course and approved by
the professor teaching the course.
Students with an interest in applied economics… …offered outside the department.
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Doctor of Philosophy in Economics
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Course Requirements
All doctoral students must… …ECON 690, Econometrics I (3), ECON 690A, Econometrics IA (1),
ECON 692A, Methods in Economics: Econometrics (1),… …Prerequisites for these courses include
ECON 590, ECON 591, ECON 660, and ECON 661, and ECON 661A. Students who… …to do so.
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