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P S 3660 - Administrative Law (3)
When Offered: Fall
A study of the administrative powers and procedures in the United States and of the relevant experiences of some other democracies such as Britain, France with special attention to the legal and administrative methods of achieving a responsible bureaucracy and of balancing public interest with private rights.
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P S 3722 - America in the World (3)
When Offered: Spring
The course provides students with the foundation to understand the historical and contemporary practice of U.S. foreign policy and familiarizes them with patterns of continuity and change in U.S. foreign policy.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 3888 - Diversity in Justice and Public Affairs (3)
When Offered: Fall
Critically examines race/ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability and other diversity issues within criminal justice, and public affairs. This includes perspectives analyzing human rights, biological diversity, philosophical ethics, linguistic diversity, cultural diversity, and other relevant differences.
(Same as C J 3888 .)
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P S 3910 - Art, Culture, and Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
How do the arts and popular culture motivate people to engage in politics? Film, literature, music, theatre, visual arts – many types of artistic expression play a role in politics. This course explores how citizens use the arts and popular culture to resist symbolic domination, recognize cultural differences, mobilize political supporters, and pluralize public discourse. The artists and movements studied span the political spectrum and engage in local-to-global politics. Different instructors may emphasize different art forms.
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P S 4175 - Public Opinion (3)
When Offered: Fall
An examination of attitude and opinion formation within and among publics; the role and impact of government secrecy on opinion; and a study of media as influence mechanisms.
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P S 4220 - Globalization (3)
When Offered: Spring. Alternate years
Examines the interactions of politics, economic trends and business actions as they create patterns of international stability, crisis, and change.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4225 - International Security (3)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Social Science Designation; Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “War and Peace”)
This course examines the diverse theoretical perspectives within international relations and security studies. The class analyzes each of these perspectives critically, to evaluate their strengths and weaknesses, and to help students formulate their own understanding and explanation of the dynamics of global politics and international security.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4230 - The Presidency and the Executive Branch (3)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
An examination of the central role of the American presidency in the political process. Emphasis is given to contemporary responsibilities of the President and of the major agencies supporting the President.
Prerequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent
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P S 4370 - Political Psychology (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course will explore a diverse set of topics, such as: how intergroup relations play out in politics; what impact emotion has in formulating (rational) policy preferences; and whether relatively stable characteristics such as authoritarianism and social dominance orientation alter how actors think and behave in the political world. The goal of the course is to encourage students to think critically about the material and to gain an appreciation for interdisciplinary research.
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P S 4509 - Honors Thesis Preparation (1)
When Offered: On Demand
Preparation for the honors thesis.
Graded on an S/U basis.
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P S 4510 - Senior Honors Thesis (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An opportunity for undergraduates to perform independent research on a topic of their choosing, with the approval of the honors committee. Work will be supervised by a member of the political science faculty. Feedback will be provided as the honors thesis develops. Enrollment is limited to qualified political science majors.
Prerequisite or corequisite: P S 4509 .
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P S 4530-4549 - Selected Topics in Political Science (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
An intensive examination of selected topics.
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P S 4550 - Law and Society (3)
When Offered: Spring
An examination of the relationship between the values and culture of a society and the laws which it adopts and how law interacts with and responds to change in social values as seen by the courts through selected cases.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor. (Same as C J 4550 .)
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P S 4640 - Studies in Regional Political Patterns (1-3)
When Offered: On Demand
An examination of selected regions of the world which have common historical and cultural patterns influencing their political styles and capabilities. Topics may vary from semester to semester.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with PS 5640.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4661 - Court Administration (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course is designed to familiarize students with the need for, and approaches to, more effective management of federal and state courts. Topics include court reform, court unification, caseload management, alternative dispute resolution, personnel management and training, and audio-visual applications in the courts, among others. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor.
(Same as C J 4661 .) [Dual-listed with PS 5661/CJ 5661.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4670 - Environmental Politics (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course will examine the role that politics and government play in dealing with environmental issues. Its focus is primarily on the U.S. approach to environmental protection, but some attention will be devoted to international environmental relationships such as the Kyoto Protocol. The course will cover the history of environmental policy, the legal and institutional arrangements for environmental protection, major environmental policy actors, current environmental controversies, and global environmental concerns.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4680 - Organized Crime (3)
When Offered: Fall. Alternate years
This course will provide an examination and analysis of views on the phenomena of organized crime and efforts to control it. Attention will be paid to criminal organizations in the United States, their beginnings in other cultural and ethnic backgrounds and their relations with criminal organizations around the world. In today’s world, criminal organizations in other countries and their activities have a major impact on crime in the United States. Therefore, a comparative approach to the subject must be used.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor. (Same as C J 4680 .) [Dual-listed with PS 5680/CJ 5680.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4710 - American Political Thought (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A survey of the diverse political ideas represented in the American state from the colonial period to the present. Special emphasis is given to the political problems that emerge with the process of industrialzation and the movement into a postindustrial economy.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with PS 5710.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4721 - Human Rights (3)
When Offered: On Demand
The course surveys the major literature in the field of international human rights. It investigates the questions of ethics, morality and the practice of human rights globally and attempts to address why the issue of international human rights has come to the fore in international politics.
[Dual-listed with PS 5721.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4723 - International Political Economy (3)
When Offered: Spring Alternate Years
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
An examination of the relationship between political and economic activity, the way actors use one to manipulate the other, and the normative choices involved in doing so.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor. Prerequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent [Dual-listed with PS 5723.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4741 - European Governments and Politics (3)
When Offered: Spring. Alternate years
An examination of patterns of governmental organization and socioeconomic policy outcomes in the democracies of Europe as a basis for comparative analysis. Major issues confronting the democracies will be studies for possible options and comparisons of policy.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with PS 5741.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4742 - Politics of Developing Nations (3)
When Offered: Fall. Alternate years
Focuses on the efforts of a majority of the world’s governments to meet the twin challenges of participatory politics and of the Global market economy.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with PS 5742.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4743 - The European Union (3)
When Offered: Spring Alternate Years
The emergence of the European Union is one of the major events in European history. The course explores the genesis and evolution of the idea of European integration and chronicles its organizational development in the post WWII era. Emphasis is placed on the politics of integration and the emergence of the Union as a major participant in world events.
[Dual-listed with PS 5743.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4744 - Middle East Politics (3)
When Offered: Spring
An examination of the political, cultural, economic and social patterns of the Middle East.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with PS 5744.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4745 - African Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
The course begins with the historical context of African politics. Then, it explores the problems of governance following independence and discusses the contemporary debate between two contending schools of thought in African politics and development: Afro-optimism and Afro-pessimism. It examines Africa’s relations with developing and developed countries as well.
[Dual-listed with PS 5745.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4748 - Latin American Politics (3)
When Offered: Spring. Alternate years
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
Examines Latin American politics in detail covering historical context, political actors, and current issues in Latin America.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor. Prerequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent [Dual-listed with PS 5748.] Dual listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4800 - Political Science Capstone (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
The capstone course offers students an opportunity to synthesize the knowledge, approaches, and results from political science with the foundation established in the general education program through participation in a department-wide student paper competition. Students select a paper previously written in a political science class, revise it based upon faculty and fellow student input, and then submit the paper for consideration by the political science faculty, who will award prizes for “Best Paper in Political Science” as well as runner-ups.
Prerequisite: must be majoring in political science.
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P S 4900 - Internship in Public Affairs (3-12)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
Field work in government, community, professional offices and agencies and involvement in problem solving in these offices and agencies.
Graded on an S/U basis..
Prerequisite: senior standing (or 90 semester hours of coursework)
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PSY 1200 - Psychological Foundations (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Social Science Designation; Liberal Studies Experience
This course will focus on the biological and cognitive foundations of individual behavior, as well as the individual in the social context. Research on psychological phenomena will be reviewed to demonstrate the logic of the scientific method, to foster critical thinking, to identify potential shortcomings in interpretations of behavior (e.g., claims presented in the popular media), and to describe linkages to everyday experiences (e.g., aesthetic and perceptual judgments, improved studying, friendship and attraction, and development of political attitudes). Students will have the opportunity to learn how to use empirical data to draw sound conclusions about behavior. Finally, connections to other thematic areas of scholarly inquiry within other disciplines will be presented.
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PSY 1530-1549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
An examination of one or more topics drawn from or related to an area of psychology. Topics vary from year to year depending on and guided by the interests of faculty and students.
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PSY 2100 - Psychology of Parenting (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Social Relations Across Contexts”)
The study of social, multi-cultural, cognitive, and behavioral principles in psychology as applied to the theory and practice of parenting.
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PSY 2200 - Careers in Psychology (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An overview of the various career options in the field of psychology and the educational and training experiences required to pursue these options.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 2210 - Psychology of Human Growth and Development (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The study of research and theory of human physical, cognitive, social and emotional development from conception through maturity. Topics include descriptions of typical human development and application of the principles of developmental psychology.
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PSY 2211 - Psychology of Personality (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Basic principles of personality structure, dynamics, development, assessment, and theory are discussed. Consideration is given to environmental and biological determinants of personality. Students who have previously received credit for PSY 3211 may not enroll in or receive credit for PSY 2211.
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PSY 2212 - Abnormal Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An overview of the major forms of psychological disorders in children and adults. Emphasis is placed on theory and research related to the classification, description, etiology, and treatment of maladaptive behaviors and psychological disorders. Students who have previously received credit for PSY 3212 may not enroll in or receive credit for PSY 2212.
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PSY 2213 - Survey of Social Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Social Science Designation; Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Social Relations Across Contexts”)
An overview of the basic principles of social psychology. A survey of the research findings and how they may be applied to real world situations. Students who have previously received credit for PSY 3213 may not enroll in or receive credit for PSY 2213.
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PSY 2305 - Psychology of Gender (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An examination of selected psychological theories and research of the effects of gender. Emphasis is placed on the cognitive, biological and sociocultural explanations of gender similarities and differences.
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PSY 2500 - Independent Study (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 2700 - Behavior Change (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An introduction to behavior change principles and procedures employed in the helping professions. Instructional and practical experiences focus on the acquisition of communication and problem-solving skills used to manage problem behaviors. Students who have previously received credit for PSY 4700 may not enroll in or receive credit for PSY 2700.
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PSY 3000 - Educational Psychology (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An overview of the development of the student and an analysis of the principles of classroom learning. Applicable theories of child and adolescent development and major concepts, theories, and research in the acquisition of knowledge and interpersonal social skills are emphasized. Special attention is given to the educational application of these principles.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 3010 - Psychology Applied to Teaching (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course provides an overview of the development of the student and an analysis of the principles of classroom learning, classroom management, and behavioral guidance. Research-based theories of child and adolescent development and major concepts, theories, and research in the acquisition of knowledge and interpersonal social skills and in the guidance and management of student behavior in the classroom are examined and critiqued. The course introduces students to research and theory on group and individual differences; various types of diversity, including characteristics of students with disabilities and students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; and foundational concepts and principles of educational assessment and accountability, including the Response to Intervention model. Applications and implications for teaching and learning are emphasized. PSY 3010 may be taken prior to or after admission to teacher education.
Prerequisite or corequisite: C I 2300 . Forty (40) hours of field experiences are required.
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PSY 3100 - Research Methods in Psychology (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
Basic research/design concepts such as variables, confounding, causation, levels of measurement, observational research strategies, experimental design and control procedures, and use of descriptive, correlational and inferential statistics will be introduced. Students will have the opportunity to develop competence in conducting literature reviews, report writing in APA style, data collection and analysis. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 , R C 2001 or its equivalent, and STT 2810 or STT 2820 (with a grade of “C” or higher in STT 2810 or STT 2820 ). (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .)
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PSY 3207 - Organizational Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of organizational psychology based on classical and contemporary research. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of principles to problems at the micro (individual, interpersonal, and group) and macro (environmental) levels.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 3210 - Child and Adolescent Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An in-depth consideration of contemporary and classic issues and topics from child and adolescent psychology. Emphasis will be on evaluating theory and research, encouraging both understanding and critical thinking about the literature in developmental psychology.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3211 - Personality and Individual Differences (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An in-depth examination of the principles underlying personality psychology, including genetic and environmental influences in personality development. Emphases will be on understanding the measurement of dimensions of personality and the methods used in personality psychology research by focusing on the current empirical literature.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3212 - Psychopathology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An in-depth review of the major forms of psychopathological conditions across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on theory, research, and original empirical readings related to the classification, description, etiology, and treatment of maladaptive behaviors and psychological disorders.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3213 - Social Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An intensive investigation of core principles in social psychology with thoughtful consideration of basic and applied research in the area as well as application to real world issues. Course will involve empirical readings related to major topical areas in the field.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3214 - Principles of Learning (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of the basic principles, mechanisms, and theories of learned behaviors. Emphasis is placed on basic learning processes associated with Pavlovian and operant conditioning discovered through research with nonhuman animals.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3215 - Perception (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of basic principles and mechanisms of perception. Visual and auditory perceptual systems are emphasized.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3216 - Biological Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of the physiological, anatomical, and chemical correlates of behavior. Topics will include basic processes associated with these course components as well as discussion of how these processes are related to various neurological disorders.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3217 - Cognitive Processes (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of classical and modern theories of human thought processes as they relate to performance in memory tasks, concept learning, and problem solving.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3218 - Adult Development (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An in-depth examination of development in adulthood, with coverage of physical, social, and psychological change over time. Emphasis will be on evaluating current theory and research, encouraging both understanding and critical thinking about the extant literature on the psychology of adulthood. Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 3511 - Honors Colloquium (3)
When Offered: Fall
In depth study of selected topic(s) in psychology, encouraging independent scholarship in writing and discussion. Enrollment is by invitation of the department or by application.
May be taken twice if course content is significantly different.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 3512 - Honors Colloquium (3)
When Offered: Spring
In depth study of selected topic(s) in psychology, encouraging independent scholarship in writing and discussion. Enrollment is by invitation of the department or by application.
May be taken twice if course content is significantly different.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the university level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 , must be majoring in psychology, and junior or senior standing.
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PSY 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
In depth examination of specialized areas of psychology. Topics vary from year to year depending upon the interests of students and faculty.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 3653 - Health Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of major physical disabilities including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, Aids, cancer, pain, obesity, eating disorders, and injury using a behavioral medicine orientation. Behavioral medicine represents a multidimensional approach to integrating behavioral and biomedical information in determining disease etiology and in prescribing comprehensive treatment.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 4001 - Research Assistant (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in which the student does psychological research on a faculty member’s project under the direction of a faculty member.
May be repeated for a total credit of six semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 and must be majoring in psychology.
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PSY 4002 - Supervised Research (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in which the student does psychological research under the direction of a faculty member. The project will be developed by the student in consultation with their supervisor and should be considered the student’s project.
May be repeated for a total of six semester hours credit.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 , PSY 3100 , and must be majoring in psychology.
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PSY 4020 - Applying to Graduate School (1)
When Offered: Fall
This class is intended for psychology majors to step students through the process of applying to graduate school starting with deciding on what type of program to apply to and ending with a completed application. Also included are other options that exist besides graduate school.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: PSY 2200 .
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PSY 4206 - Industrial Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of the field of human resource management based on fundamental psychological principles and psychometric theory. Topics considered include job analysis and evaluation, performance appraisal, and personnel selection.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 and PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 4207 - Evolutionary Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course examines how human thinking, motivation, behavior, and social relationships can be understood from the perspective that many aspects of human behavior involve sets of processes designed by natural selection to solve adaptive problems faced by our evolutionary ancestors. Key topics may include: problems of survival, long-term mating, sexuality, parenting, kinship, cooperation, aggression and warfare, conflict between the sexes, status, prestige, social dominance, and how evolutionary theory can provide a unified approach to understanding the different branches of psychology.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 and PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with PSY 5207.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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PSY 4208 - Forensic Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An in-depth study of the ways in which psychology and the law interact. Topics will include a study of the way in which researchers and mental health professions contribute to legal issues as well as the ways in which research and mental health practice are governed by the law.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 and PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with PSY 5208.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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PSY 4211 - Personality Laboratory (1)
When Offered: On Demand
Practical application of theory and empirical findings in personality psychology. Methods of personality assessment will be critically examined. Students will generate testable hypotheses and design and implement correlational and experimental research studies informed by basic principles of personality theory.
Prerequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of instructor. Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3211 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 4213 - Social Psychology Laboratory (1)
When Offered: On Demand
Lab activities designed to provide experiential learning through hands-on experimental participation in the field of social psychology. Both classic and novel theories will be examined using the scientific method. Students will work from theoretical assumptions to generate hypotheses that will be empirically examined.
Prerequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of instructor. Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3213 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 4214 - Learning Laboratory (1)
When Offered: On Demand
A laboratory course designed to establish an understanding of basic procedures used to investigate classical and operant conditioning. Laboratory modules address how various principles of learning (e.g., effects of reinforcement, contiguity, contingency, etc.) affect the acquisition and performance of Pavlovian and operant behavior. Students will conduct research on human and non-human subjects, analyze the obtained data, and summarize their findings in laboratory reports conforming to APA style.
Prerequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of instructor. Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3214 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 4215 - Perception Laboratory (1)
When Offered: On Demand
A laboratory course providing classic and current experimental paradigms used to address questions in the psychology of perception, and exposure to experiment design, data collection and analysis, and report writing.
Prerequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor. Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3215 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 4216 - Biological Psychology Laboratory (1)
When Offered: On Demand
A laboratory course providing activities in biological psychology including basic neuroanatomy and histology, some laboratory skill training, and exposure to behavioral and neuroscience research methods, experiment design, data collection and analysis, and report writing.
Prerequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor. Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3216 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 4217 - Cognitive Psychology Laboratory (1)
When Offered: On Demand
A laboratory course providing exposure to classic and current experimental paradigms used to address questions in cognitive psychology, and exposure to experiment design, data collection and analysis, and report writing.
Prerequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor. Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3217 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 4220 - Community Psychology (4)
When Offered: On Demand
A survey of community psychology principles and practice, including a review of basic community research methodologies. Course will require participation in a community research or program development project.
Prerequisite: PSY 3100 Research Methods or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 4511 - Senior Honors Thesis I (1)
When Offered: On Demand
Independent study and research leading to proposal of an honors thesis; directed by a member of the psychology department. The student will register for this course during the semester prior to the final semester as an undergraduate. Enrollment by qualified applicants only.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 and successful completion of at least one honors course.
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PSY 4512 - Senior Honors Thesis II (2)
When Offered: On Demand
Independent study and research leading to completion of an honors thesis; directed by a member of the psychology department. The student will register for this course during the final semester as an undergraduate. Enrollment by qualified applicants only.
Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 4511 .
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PSY 4562 - Psychology of Adulthood and Aging (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Overview of the Psychology of Aging, with coverage of sensory, cognitive, and socio-emotional changes relevant to applied professions. Emphasis will be on applications of existing theory and research, and on encouraging an understanding of how to understand and interact with adults of all ages.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 . [Dual-listed with PSY 5562.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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PSY 4640 - Seminar in Psychology (3)
When Offered: On Demand
In depth analysis and evaluation of a contemporary research issue in psychology. Topics vary from year to year depending upon the interests of students and faculty.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 and PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor, and must be majoring or minoring in psychology.
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PSY 4655 - Contemporary Issues in Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
An investigation and discussion of psychological phenomena using scientific methodology and empirical research to evaluate causal claims, evaluate research, assess validity and engage in critical thinking. A focus of the class will be the use of empirical research literature, as well as oral and written assignments to improve reasoning skills in order for students to become more critical consumers of information from both academic and popular sources. Topics will span multiple areas of psychology.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 and PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 4658 - History and Systems of Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
An analysis of the philosophical and empirical antecedents of modern psychology and the contemporary systems which emerge from these.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 and PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 4660 - Psychological Tests and Measurements (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An overview of the basic concepts of psychological measurements, strategies used to develop psychological tests, important legal and ethical issues in testing and measurement, as well as relevant historical and theoretical perspectives. Students will be introduced to the uses of psychological tests and measurements in various types of settings, such as clinical, educational, and industrial/organizational.
Prerequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor. (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .)
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PSY 4700 - Applied Behavior Management (3)
When Offered: Spring
An advanced study of the philosophy, principles, and procedures of applied behavior analysis and a review of selected research. Practical, ethical, and legal constraints on behavioral interventions are considered. Research conducted in institutional, educational and home settings is emphasized.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 and PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with PSY 5800.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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PSY 4905 - Fieldwork in Applied Psychology (1-6)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The Psychology Internship Program provides students with practical experience in an agency related to psychology and will grant academic credit for satisfactory completion of approved work experience along with internship course requirements. Students can work with organizations that provide an opportunity to gain experience in a supervised role, with responsibilities that are relevant to psychology. The internship must include planned educational objectives, and be approved by the Department of Psychology Internship Coordinator in advance. Enrollment is by permission of instructor only.
Prerequisites: PSY 3100 and must be majoring in psychology.
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R E 1010 - Power Reading (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is an elective course designed to provide college students with strategies and applied practice to read different types of texts as efficiently as possible. Effective readers must adjust and adapt their reading speed and strategies to fit the purpose of the reading. Students practice methods to scan and skim as well as reading comprehension strategies to help them when they need to read closely to retain more complex material.
RE 1010 may be repeated for a total credit of two semester hours.
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R E 2500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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R E 3030 - Foundations of Literacy (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course focuses on early reading and writing development (K-3). Students will explore critical issues of literacy acquisition, assessment, instruction, and intervention. Special attention will be given to effective methods for reading, writing, and word knowledge instruction, including materials, strategies, and organization to meet the needs of all learners. Selected assessment and instructional activities will be designed for implementation with elementary students during field placement experiences.
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R E 3070 - Media for Young People (3)
When Offered: Spring
Survey of literature, films and television for adolescents; criteria for selection and use; methods of encouraging critical use of media by young people.
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R E 3142 - Language and Literature in the Elementary School (4)
When Offered: On Demand
A study of communication skills in the elementary school curriculum with emphasis on language arts and children’s literature.
(Same as C I 3142 .)
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R E 3150 - Language Arts in the Middle Grades (3)
When Offered: Fall
A study of communication skills (speaking, reading, composition, and related components) where the language arts are viewed as the core of middle grades curriculum. Students learn how to design learning environments which promote meaningful engagement in developmentally appropriate communication skills. Emphasis is given to instructional activities that focus on a process approach to learning. This course includes internship experiences in professional development schools.
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R E 3240 - World Literature for Children (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Students will read and analyze translations and other children’s books in English from countries around the world. Literary analysis of the books will form the basis for comparing and contrasting cultures, historical periods, and differing national worldviews of childhood. Other issues such as racism and sexism will also be examined.
(Same as ENG 3240 .)
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R E 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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R E 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the university level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
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R E 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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R E 3900 - Principles of Reading Instruction for the Classroom Teacher (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is a major professional course which prepares teachers to teach reading in grades K-12. Knowledge objectives of the course focus on the developmental nature of language and reading ability, along with some major issues and instructional materials and practices associated with reading instruction. Performance objectives are designed to develop skills in (1) diagnosing individual differences, (2) setting goals and objectives for reading instruction, (3) evaluating reading behavior, (4) developing instructional strategies, and (5) utilizing resources for reading instruction. (This course may be used to meet licensure requirements for teachers in grades K-6, and in special education.)
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R E 3902 - Emergent Literacy (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course prepares early childhood educators and reading specialists to understand and facilitate the literacy development of young children. Emphasis will be placed on oral language development, beginning reading and writing, and literature for the very young.
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R E 4030 - Development of Literacy for Learning (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course further develops issues covered in R E 3030 - Foundations of Literacy (3) , with special attention to upper elementary grades (3-6). Topics explored in this course include reading comprehension and vocabulary development, instructional strategies to promote development in all language arts (reading, writing, listening, speaking, visually representing), and effective methods to integrate language arts across the curriculum. Several projects will be developed for implementation during the field experience to put into practice concepts and strategies learned in the course.
Prerequisite: R E 3030 - Foundations of Literacy (3) .
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R E 4300 - Literacy, Language, and Culture in Middle Grades Education (3)
When Offered: Fall
Prospective middle grades teachers will have the opportunity to learn about the foundational and current issues and methods of instruction regarding literacy education at the middle grades level. Emphasis is placed on the politics of language and identity, socio-cultural contexts for adolescent literacy development, diverse literacy learners, and effective instructional strategies. Students enrolled in the course learn to assess students’ literacy needs and acquire knowledge of a range of practices that support the literacy development of young adolescents. Prospective middle grades teachers will work with cooperating public school teachers to plan and implement literacy strategies and assessments in middle grades classrooms.
(Same as C I 4300 .)
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R E 4620 - Reading Instruction in the Middle/Junior and Senior High School (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
In addition to covering the content and skills presented in R E 4630 , this course covers the following; (1) the developmental reading program, (2) organizing and administering the high school reading program, (3) reading interests and tastes, (4) providing reading instruction for special groups, (5) meeting needs of the individual reader.
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R E 4630 - Reading in the Content Areas (2)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course prepares content area teachers to utilize reading as an instructional process in their classrooms. In addition, reading is used to gain perspective on broader learning processes. Course topics include: (1) classroom assessment procedures, including textbook evaluation and selection, and classroom diagnostic techniques; (2) accommodating individual differences; (3) general lesson and unit planning strategies; (4) focused instructional strategies, which include specific teaching activities for reading and learning. (This course may be used to meet licensure requirements for secondary (9-12) and special subject (K-12) teachers who teach subjects such as English, social studies, math, science, biology, health and physical education, sociology, geography, business, music, art, and so on.)
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R E 4640 - Workshop in Teaching Reading (2)
When Offered: Summer Session
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R E 4650 - Linguistics and Reading (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Relates these areas of linguistics to the process of reading: phonetics, syntax, semantics, rhetoric and dialect.
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R E 4710 - Diagnosis and Remediation of Reading Problems (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Prepares students to administer and interpret commonly used informal reading tests and to plan appropriate instruction for different types of remedial readers.
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R E 4720 - Diagnostic and Remedial Reading I (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The course deals with commonly used reading tests and how to locate causes of reading difficulties and to prescribe corrective procedures for the severely disabled reader.
Prerequisites: R E 3900 , R E 4620 or R E 4710 .
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