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ORL 733 - Recruitment and Training of Volunteers
A course that provides an overview of theories and practices specifically associated with effective volunteer programs. Nonprofit organizations are primarily dependent on volunteer involvement in accomplishing their missions and objectives. Many organizations have recently noticed that today’s volunteers are significantly different from those of other generations. There are a variety of factors that contribute to successful management of volunteers, including understanding demographic factors, motivating factors, and competencies.
Credits: 3
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ORL 734 - Principles of Organizational Consulting
A course that helps those students who desire to enhance their diagnostic and intervention skills for use as an internal or external consultant. Students acquire an understanding of methods that are necessary to help others accurately diagnose the source of problems and the strategies to facilitate an appropriate intervention. Most organizations utilize consultants to some degree, whether formally or informally. The rapid changes influencing society and organizations have increased the need for people with expertise in such fields as human relations, organizational structure, strategic planning, financial management, informational technology, conflict resolution, and team building.
Credits: 3
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ORL 741 - Financial Management for Organizations
A course that assists students in developing problem-solving and decision-making skills for application in the operation of organizations. One of the challenges facing organizational leadership is having unlimited ideas with limited resources. Because of this, it is vital for those serving in leadership to acquire the skills necessary for the interpretation and analysis of financial reports and plans, as well as business practices necessary in the for-profit and nonprofit settings.
Credits: 3
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ORL 742 - Fundraising and Development
A course that examines the critical issues of nonprofit public relations and development. One of the greatest challenges facing nonprofit organizations is limited resources. Planned giving, marketing, fundraising, and working with businesses and foundations are among major topics covered.
Credits: 3
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ORL 751 - Conflict Management and Resolution
A course that provides students with a thorough understanding of interpersonal conflict and principles to manage this conflict in constructive ways. Conflict is a normal and, at times, unavoidable aspect of human relations in organizations. Conflict can lead to personal growth and the generation of new ideas, or it can result in personal hurt and hinder individual and organizational performance.
Credits: 3
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ORL 752 - Understanding the Multi-Cultural Organization
A course that is a study of the dynamics and interactions among people in a diverse organization. It focuses primarily on issues of culture and ethnicity as barriers that people need to understand and navigate to successfully work as members of a team to accomplish organizational goals. Strategies to help individuals and groups better understand the diversity God created and the purpose for working together are explored.
Credits: 3
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Pastoral Ministries |
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PMN 631 - Homiletics
A course that focuses on gaining proficiency with an expository model of sermonic preparation and related communication concepts.
Credits: 3
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PMN 641 - Preaching and Teaching I
A course designed to instruct students in the principles and skills in communicating God’s Word. Emphasis is placed on analyzing sermons, the preparation of an expository sermon, and the development of communication skills. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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PMN 642 - Preaching and Teaching II
A course designed to deepen a student’s skills and understanding of preaching the Bible. Emphasis is placed on different genres of expository sermons and equipping the student to teach from every portion of Scripture. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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PMN 721 - Pastoral Counseling
A course that develops a basic understanding of pastoral counseling.
Credits: 3
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PMN 731 - Advanced Homiletics
An advanced study of the practice of preparing and preaching expositional sermons.
Prerequisites & Notes
PMN 631
Credits: 3
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Social Work |
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SWK 601 - Social Work Foundations
An introduction to the profession of social work. Content includes social welfare history, social welfare policy, and the unfolding of social work from the beginning to the present day with a special emphasis placed on foundational theological concepts and the Christian influence on the development of social work. First semester.
Credits: 3
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SWK 602 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment
An exploration of the components and interrelationships of human behavior and the social environment from an ecological systems perspective. The content includes the influence and impact of human diversity on social interaction and service delivery from both strengths and oppression perspectives. First semester.
Credits: 3
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SWK 603 - Diversity, Oppression, and Empowerment
An exploration of individual, group, and cultural differences and the effect of human diversity on social interaction and service delivery. Summer session.
Credits: 3
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SWK 604 - Social Research
An introduction of basic research terms and processes for use in social work, including how to develop a research question, complete a literature review, develop appropriate methods, select a sample, and analyze data. Both qualitative and quantitative methodologies are examined. First semester.
Credits: 3
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SWK 605 - Social Policy and Advocacy
An exploration of key aspects of social policy and policy advocacy, including societal values, the historical context in the creation of policy, and the process of policy formation. Frameworks for analyzing policy at the national, state, and local levels are provided. First semester.
Credits: 3
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SWK 611 - The Helping Relationship
An exploration of the dynamics and issues involved in the helping relationship. In addition to providing a theoretical and theological framework, the course provides foundational skills required in the helping process. First semester.
Credits: 3
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SWK 612 - Foundation Practice with Individuals, Families, and Groups
A course that provides foundational knowledge and skills involved in working with individuals, families, and groups. The content includes a focus on the professional use of self as well as knowledge and skills for working with individuals, families, and groups with differing backgrounds. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SWK 611.
Credits: 3
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SWK 613 - Foundation Practice with Organizations and Communities
A course that provides foundational knowledge and skills involved in working with communities and organizations. The content includes a focus on the professional use of self as well as knowledge and skills for working with diverse communities and organizations. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SWK 611.
Credits: 3
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SWK 621 - Foundation Practicum and Seminar I
A 160 hour practicum and a seminar that is taken concurrently with the practicum. The practicum provides an opportunity for students to develop generalist helping skills to individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations under supervision in an agency. The seminar is designed to encourage reflection and processing as well as providing consultation with others while involved in the practicum. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SWK 611.
Credits: 2
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SWK 622 - Foundation Practicum and Seminar II
A continuation of Foundation Practicum and Seminar I. The practicum involves a minimum of 112 hours in an agency under supervision. The seminar, which runs concurrently, is designed to encourage reflection and processing as well as providing consultation with others. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SWK 621.
Credits: 2
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SWK 623 - Foundation Practicum and Seminar III
A continuation of Foundation Practicum and Seminar II. It involves a 128 hour practicum and a seminar that is taken concurrently with the practicum. The practicum provides an opportunity for students to develop generalist helping skills to individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations under supervision in an agency. The seminar is designed to encourage reflection and processing as well as providing consultation with others while involved in the practicum. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SWK 622.
Credits: 2
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SWK 700 - Advanced Standing Orientation
An introduction of advanced standing students to the expectations of graduate education. It also provides information to ensure beginning advanced standing students have the requisite knowledge, values, skills, spiritual integration, and cognitive and affective processes to be successful in the specialization curriculum of the MSW program. First semester.
Credits: 3
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SWK 705 - Individual and Family Practice Policy
A review of the roots of contemporary family policy and the construction of national family policy. The course applies analysis skills to current policies and the impact of these policies on service delivery to children and families. Strategies for assessing the effectiveness of service delivery is explored with particular emphasis on services provided to low income and at-risk populations. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SWK 623 or SWK 700.
Credits: 3
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SWK 711 - Multidimensional Assessment of Psychopathology
A course that provides mulitdimensional psychopathology assessment knowledge and skills required for working with individuals and families. Special attention is given to assessing the impact of trauma on behavior and the use of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual 5 in assessing individual and family behavior. First semester.
Credits: 3
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SWK 712 - Advanced Practice Theories for Individuals and Families
An exploration of theories relevant to social work practice with individuals and families. Special attention is given to issues related to trauma, diversity, and the Cairn evidence-based, grace-driven, relation-based helping and the multiplex multidimensional assessment framework distinctives. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SWK 711.
Credits: 3
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SWK 713 - Advanced Practice Interventions with Individuals and Families
An exploration of assessment and intervention strategies related to practice with individuals and families. Special attention is given to intervention strategies when working in a variety of contexts and to the Cairn evidence-based, grace-driven, relation-based helping and to the multiplex multidimensional assessment framework distinctives. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SWK 712.
Credits: 3
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SWK 721 - Advanced Practicum and Seminar I
A 200 hour practicum and a seminar that is taken concurrently with the practicum. The practicum provides an opportunity for students to develop advanced direct practice skills with individuals and families under supervision in an agency. The seminar is designed to encourage reflection and processing as well as providing consultation with others while involved in the practicum. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SWK 623 or SWK 700.
Credits: 2
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SWK 722 - Advanced Practicum and Seminar II
A 140 hour practicum and a seminar that is taken concurrently with the practicum. The practicum provides an opportunity for students to develop advanced direct practice skills with individuals and families under supervision in an agency. The seminar is designed to encourage reflection and processing as well as providing consultation with others while involved in the practicum. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SWK 721.
Credits: 2
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SWK 723 - Advanced Practicum and Seminar III
A 160 hour practicum and a seminar that is taken concurrently with the practicum. The practicum provides an opportunity for students to develop advanced direct practice skills with individuals and families under supervision in an agency. The seminar is designed to encourage reflection and processing as well as providing consultation with others while involved in the practicum. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SWK 722.
Credits: 2
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SWK 731 - Advanced Practice Research I
The first of a three term research project that students design and complete in their specialization practicum. This course focuses on developing and getting approval for the research project that will be carried out during the two subsequent practicum experiences. First semester.
Credits: 1
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SWK 732 - Advanced Practice Research II
The second of a three term research project which students design and complete in their specialization practicum. This course provides guidance and support in the data collection phase of the research project. Second semester.
Credits: 1
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SWK 733 - Advanced Practice Research III
The third of a three term research project which students design and complete in their specialization practicum. This focus of this course is on the analysis of data and developing grounded conclusions about the project. In addition to developing an APA-consistent research paper, a PowerPoint presentation of the project is presented to other students. Second semester.
Credits: 1
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SWK 781 - Special Topics in Individual and Family Practice
An in-depth exploration of the theories and practice skills in specialized areas of practice or problems related to individuals and families. First semester.
Credits: 3
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SWK 791 - MSW Capstone
A capstone course for the MSW program. The focus is the development of a personal model for working with individuals and families drawing from the social work competencies, dimensions, and Cairn distinctives. First semester.
Credits: 3
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SPE 661 - Foundations of Special Education
A course designed to introduce the regular classroom teacher to the philosophical, historical, legal, and ethical foundations of special education. Students engage in a study of the categories of disabilities, educational adaptations, and family and life span issues. Includes a field experience practicum in a more restrictive setting to observe and develop competency in working with exceptionalities. Both semesters and summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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SPE 664 - Issues in Special Education for School Leaders
A course designed to introduce school leaders to the historical, legal, and ethical foundations of special education from early childhood education through grade 12. Students examine research-based instructional delivery systems and strategies for identified populations and culturally and linguistically diverse populations in inclusive educational settings. Summer session.
Credits: 3
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SPE 665 - Inclusionary Practices for Art Education
A course designed to prepare art educators to work with students who have special learning needs. Various disabilities are discussed along with implications/interventions for art educators. Methods and materials for use with exceptional and diverse children are also presented. Includes field observation. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Must be fully accepted into a PA or ACSI certification program.
Credits: 3
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SPE 681 - Behavior Analysis and Autism Assessment
A course designed to provide an overview of applied behavior analysis and the characteristics, causes, and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Behavior and learning assessment methods for individuals with autism, including behavior observation and measurement, are examined. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 682; Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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SPE 682 - Behavioral Intervention in Autism
A course designed to introduce the use of functional behavior assessment and the development of behavior intervention plans using the principles of applied behavior analysis among students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related disorders. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Current clearances required. Education majors must be fully accepted into a certification program.
Credits: 3
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SPE 683 - Behavioral and Instructional Models for Autism Intervention
A course designed to explore a variety of evidence-based behavioral and instructional intervention models and approaches for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related disabilities. Topics include discrete trials, incidental teaching, prompting strategies, token economy, and others. The procedures of treatment plans, progress, and evaluation are introduced. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 682; Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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SPE 684 - Behavioral and Instructional Systems for Autism Support
A course designed to enhance the communication and social competence in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Areas of focus include deficits, strategies, pragmatics, and augmentative and alternative communication systems. Emphasis is also given to ethical practices and providing appropriate training and consultation, as well as implementing, managing, and supervising services that are provided in collaboration with school staff, related service providers, and community systems that support individuals with autism in the home, community, and work settings. Summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 682; Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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SPE 714 - Diagnosis and Evaluation of the Exceptional Learner
A course designed to acquaint students with the procedures used in a comprehensive appraisal and assessment system based upon federal and state guidelines for students with disabilities. Application of diagnostic results to classroom instruction is a focus. Issues in the evaluation of special-needs students are addressed. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 661. Current clearances required. Enrollment limited to students in Instruction (MS in Special Education), Dual-Level Instruction (BS in Education/MS in Special Education), or Special Education Certification, or by Special Education Program Advisor approval.
Credits: 3
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SPE 721 - ABA for Autism and Other Disabilities I
A course designed to introduce the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and their application in improving learning and behavior among individuals with autism or other disabilities. Areas of emphasis include philosophical assumptions, core concepts and principles of behavior, functional behavior assessment, and positive behavior support plans. Both semesters and summer session.
Credits: 3
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SPE 722 - ABA for Autism and Other Disabilities II
A course focused on the behavioral and social communication skills assessment and instruction among individuals with autism or other disabilities. Areas of focus include types of behavioral assessment, assessment of relevant skill strengths and deficits, verbal behavior concepts and instruction, VB-MAPP administration and interpretation, and assistive technology and social skills assessment and intervention. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 721 (may be taken concurrently)
Credits: 3
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SPE 723 - Interventions for Autism and Other Disabilities
A course to develop competencies in designing and implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) interventions among individuals with autism or other disabilities. Areas of focus include shaping, chaining, stimulus and response prompts, modeling, discrete trials, token economy, and group contingencies. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 721 (may be taken concurrently)
Credits: 3
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SPE 724 - Single Subject Research
A course designed to develop competencies in behavioral measurement and single subject research. Areas of focus include types of behavioral measurement, data graphing and interpretation, validity and reliability, and single subject experimental designs. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 721.
Credits: 3
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SPE 725 - Principles of Behavior
A course designed to further extend understanding of behavioral principles including respondent and operant conditioning, reinforcement and punishment contingencies, automatic and socially mediated contingencies, complex stimulus control, special motivating operations, and rule-governed behavior. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 721 (may be taken concurrently)
Credits: 3
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SPE 726 - Secondary Transition Assessment and Intervention
A course designed to address secondary transition issues using an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) approach. Areas of focus include transition assessments, transition IEPs, function-based intervention, task analysis, self-management, behavioral data collection, and student-centered planning. Summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 721 (may be taken concurrently)
Credits: 1
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SPE 727 - Supervision and Management
A course designed to enhance supervision and management of personnel based on a behavior analytic approach. Areas of focus include staff competence training; performance monitoring, feedback, and reinforcement systems; and function-based assessment and strategies for strengthening performance. Summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 721 (may be taken concurrently)
Credits: 2
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SPE 728 - Ethics for Behavior Analysts
A course designed to examine the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts. Emphasis is placed on applying the ethical principles and professional standards in professional practice. Summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 721 (may be taken concurrently)
Credits: 3
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SPE 729 - Seminar in Applied Behavior Analysis
A course designed to focus on selected topics in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Students critically investigate a topic based on current literature and demonstrate mastery of the topic through designing and presenting a professional conference poster to peers. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 724 (may be taken concurrently)
Credits: 1
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SPE 731 - ABA in Daily Life
A course designed to use Applied Behavior Analysis to address daily life issues in areas such as emotional health and crisis management, parenting, marriage, stress, and relaxation. Summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 721 (may be taken concurrently)
Credits: 1
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SPE 761 - Inclusionary Practices
A course designed to study the methodology for teaching exceptional children in inclusive education settings. Multidisciplinary teaming, collaboration, management, instructional strategies, and home/school partnerships are examined. Cultural and learning diversity are addressed in the context of an inclusive education setting. Includes a field experience practicum in an inclusive setting to observe and develop competencies in working with exceptionalities in the regular classroom. Both semesters.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 661 (May be taken concurrently). Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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SPE 762 - Developmental and Diagnostic Reading Interventions
A course designed to examine and practice using research-validated literacy programs that incorporate evaluating and monitoring systems and instructional strategies to target deficiencies and increase language and literacy proficiency. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 661. Current clearances required. Enrollment limited to students in Instruction (MS in Special Education), Dual-Level Instruction (BS in Education/MS in Special Education), or Special Education Certification, or by Special Education Program Advisor approval.
Credits: 3
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SPE 763 - Teaching Children with Higher Incidence Disabilities
A course designed to develop instructional strategies, modifications, and accommodations required to meet the needs of students with high incidence disabilities in a regular classroom setting. Included in this classification are learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral disturbances, speech and language impairments, intellectual disabilities, and ADHD. Transdisciplinary teaming, social service agencies, professional organizations, and family and lifespan issues are examined. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 661. Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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SPE 764 - Teaching Children with Lower Incidence Disabilities
A course designed to develop instructional strategies, modifications, and accommodations required to meet the needs of students with low incidence disabilities in regular education and alternative settings. Included in this classification are hearing impairment, visual impairment, multiple disabilities, orthopedic impairment, deafness, deaf-blindness, traumatic brain injury, and other health impairment. Transdisciplinary teaming, social service and professional agencies, and family and lifespan issues are examined. Includes a field experience to observe and develop competency in working with exceptionalities. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 661. Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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SPE 781 - Advanced Ethics and Supervision
A course designed to provide advanced instruction on supervision, ethical practices, and professional standards and issues encountered by the educator working across diverse settings. Summer session.
Credits: 3
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SPE 782 - Behavior Measurement and Experimental Design
A course designed to provide advanced instruction on measurement and treatment evaluation in behavioral intervention. Experimental designs used in behavioral research and practice are examined. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 682 & either SPE 681, SPE 683, or SPE 684 (SPE 681, SPE 683, & SPE 684 may be taken concurrently).
Credits: 3
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SPE 790 - Applied Behavior Analysis Comprehensive Examination
An exam designed to assess candidates’ understanding, application, and synthesis of significant content and process areas within their MA (ABA) degree program. Passing the comprehensive exam is a graduation requirement. Online exam proctoring is used. Application and fee required. Both semesters and summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
To be eligible for the exam, candidates must have completed all except 6 credits in the program. Application and fee required.
Credits: 0
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SPE 791 - Special Education Practicum I
A two-week/60 hour field experience designed to practice effective instructional competencies in reading, writing, math, and functional skills for students with disabilities in the regular classroom. Students engage in observation, reflection, planning, and providing instruction in one-on-one, small group, and whole group settings. In-service teachers may be able to complete the practicum in their own school per University approval. Both semesters and summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
Any SPE course except SPE 661. Must be fully accepted into a PA Special Education certification program. Current clearances required.
Credits: 1
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SPE 792 - Special Education Practicum II
A three-week/90 hour field experience designed to practice effective instructional competencies in reading, writing, math, and functional skills for students with low incidence disabilities in more restrictive special education settings. Students engage in observation, reflection, planning, and providing instruction in one-on-one, small group, and whole group settings. Both semesters and summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 681, SPE 682, SPE 721, or SPE 764. Must be fully accepted into a PA Special Education certification program. Current clearances required.
Credits: 2
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SPE 793 - Special Education Research Project
A course designed to guide the implementation of a single subject research study in a school or other settings on a research topic related to the field of special education or applied behavior analysis. Both semesters.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 724 or SPE 782.
Credits: 3
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SPE 794 - Special Education Comprehensive Exam
An exam designed to assess candidates’ understanding, application,and synthesis of significant content and process areas within their MS in Special Education degree program. Passing the comprehensive exam is a graduation requirement. Online exam proctoring is used. Both semesters and summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
To be eligible for the exam, candidates must have completed all except 6 credits in the program. Application and fee required.
Credits: 0
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SPE 795 - ABA Intensive Practicum - Group I
A group-supervised intensive practicum designed to improve and maintain the behavior-analytic, professional, and ethical repertoires of the supervisee and facilitate the delivery of high-quality services to clients. May be repeated within the ABA program for a maximum of 14 credits. Both semesters and summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 681, SPE 682, or SPE 721. Practicum application and approval required. Current clearances required. Must concurrently enroll in SPE 798 or arrange for pre-approved individual supervision.
Credits: 2
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SPE 798 - ABA Intensive Practicum - Individual
A one-on-one supervised intensive practicum designed to improve and maintain the behavior-analytic, professional, and ethical repertoires of the supervisee and facilitate the delivery of high-quality services to clients. Both semesters and summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
Corequisite: SPE 795, SPE 796, or SPE 797. Practicum application and approval required. Current clearances required.
Credits: 2
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SPE 799 - Continuing Services
A course designed for students who need more than one semester to complete SPE 793 Special Education Research Project. Enrollment in this course must be within one year from the SPE 793 enrollment. May be repeated once. Both semesters and summer session.
Credits: 0
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SPE 891 - ABA Practicum Group Supervision
A course designed to provide online group supervision to supervisees in their implementation of behavior analytic principles at a self-arranged practicum site that meets University criteria. Must first apply prior to course enrollment. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits. Both semesters and summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
SPE 721
Credits: 3
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SPE 892 - ABA Practicum Individual Supervision
A course designed to provide online individual supervision to supervisees in their implementation of behavior analytic principles at a self-arranged, University-approved practicum site. Must first apply prior to course enrollment. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits. Both semesters and summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
Corequisite: SPE 891
Credits: 3
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TSL 611 - Foundations of Teaching English Learners
A foundational course designed to prepare mainstream classroom teachers to work with English Learners (ELs). Students gain an understanding of the linguistic, social, cultural, and academic needs of ELs, as well as research-based strategies to adapt instruction and assessment to meet those needs. Two hours of field-based observation are required. Both semesters.
Prerequisites & Notes
Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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TSL 641 - Linguistics and Language Learning
A course which provides a foundation in the analysis of language and the language learning process. The first part of the course addresses topics of phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics, focusing in particular on the features of English in relation to other languages and subsequent implications for classroom instruction. The second part examines the linguistic, cognitive, social, and affective factors involved in second language acquisition and development. Ten hours of fieldwork are required. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
TSL 611 (may be taken concurrently). Students are expected to hold annual membership to PennTESOL East and attend the Fall Conference as part of the required coursework. Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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TSL 642 - English Grammar and Pronunciation
A course that provides an in-depth examination of the form, meaning, and function of English grammatical structures, as well as an overview of the English sound system. Emphasis is on analyzing features of English in comparison with other languages and on developing the language awareness and teaching techniques necessary for effective contextualized teaching of English grammar and pronunciation within a communicative framework. Ten hours of fieldwork are required. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
TSL 611 & TSL 641 (both may be taken concurrently). Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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TSL 643 - Advanced ESL Methods and Assessment
A course that examines the critical link between instruction and assessment in improving support for English Learners. Emphasis is given to methods and techniques used to teach reading, writing, listening, and speaking across proficiency levels to promote growth in both literacy and oral language development. Both large-scale and classroom-based assessments are addressed as students gain understanding of issues surrounding language testing and practice developing authentic assessments. Ten hours of fieldwork are required. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
TSL 611 & TSL 641. Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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TSL 644 - Language, Culture, and Community
A course that examines issues pertaining to multilingual/multicultural schools and communities. Students gain an understanding of topics in sociolinguistics and multiculturism pertinent to English Learners, as well as past and present ways that US schools have addressed linguistic diversity. Emphasis is on using this knowledge to strengthen students’ professionalism in their future role as English Program Specialists in meeting the needs of ELs and their families, strengthening home/school connections, serving as a resource to colleagues and the larger school community, and advocating on behalf of ELs and their families. Ten hours of fieldwork are required. Current clearances required. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
TSL 611 & TSL 641
Credits: 3
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TSL 692 - ESL Practicum
A capstone course for the ESL program which surveys current research and methodology related to classroom instruction and materials development. Students synthesize and apply program content as they teach in a supervised field placement and develop materials appropriate to their teaching context. Emphasis is on professional growth and development as students engage in self-analysis, practice reflective teaching, and receive constructive feedback. Sixty hours of fieldwork, including classroom instruction and all other activities related to the ESL teacher’s role, in a PK-12 classroom setting are required. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
TSL 611, TSL 641, TSL 642, TSL 643, & TSL 644 (TSL 643 & TSL 644 may be taken concurrently). Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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THE 601 - Overview of Christian Theology
An introduction to the major doctrines of the Bible.
Credits: 3
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THE 621 - Models of Theology and Psychology
A course designed to provide the student with a thorough examination of the theoretical issues in the construction of psychological theories; the relationship between Christian worldview and science; and the relationship between psychological theories of human behavior and theological views of persons, psychopathology, and change.
Credits: 3
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THE 622 - Theology of Business and Leadership
A course which integrates Christian theological reflection with the principles, practices, and theory of business and leadership. The examination of theological truths is specifically applied to situations that arise from the context of the workplace. Special attention is given to business as missions (BAM) and social entrepreneurship. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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THE 651 - Biblical and Theological Foundations for Counseling
A course designed to provide students with a biblical-theological framework for understanding persons, the nature of psychological and spiritual health, problems of living, and the process of effective change. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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THE 701 - Church History
A study of the church from A.D. 100 to the present. Attention is given to important historical events, the development of church doctrine, and the relationship of the church to society.
Prerequisites & Notes
THE 601
Credits: 3
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THE 711 - History and Doctrine of the Triune God
A study of the doctrine of theology proper, pneumatology, and Christology and the development of these areas of Christian teaching from the 2nd century to the present.
Credits: 3
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THE 712 - History and Doctrine of Humanity, Sin, and Salvation
A study of the doctrine of anthropology, hamartiology, and soteriology and the development of these areas of Christian teaching from the 2nd century to the present.
Credits: 3
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THE 713 - History and Doctrine of the Church and Last Things
A study of the doctrines of ecclesiology and eschatology and the development of these areas of Christian teaching from the 2nd century to the present.
Credits: 3
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THE 745 - Contemporary Theological Issue:
A study of an issue of contemporary theological relevance.
Credits: 3
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THE 831 - Advanced Theology Seminar I
A seminar designed to study and evaluate advanced areas of systematic and historical theology. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment limited to ThM students.
Credits: 3
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THE 832 - Advanced Theology Seminar II
A seminar designed to study and evaluate advanced areas of systematic and historical theology. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment limited to ThM students.
Credits: 3
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THE 891 - Thesis I
Reading and research directed by an instructor. Both semesters.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment limited to ThM students.
Credits: 3
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THE 892 - Thesis II
A course that guides the student through the writing and revision of a complete ThM thesis. Both semesters.
Prerequisites & Notes
THE 891
Credits: 3
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