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SNH 3350 - Film in Contemporary Spain (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This elective course explores the cultural development of Spain in the last five decades through the work of contemporary Spanish filmmakers. The course will introduce students not only to internationally known Spanish films but also to films less well known to U.S. audiences.
Prerequisites: SNH 2005 or SNH 2006 , and SNH 2010 or consent of the instructor.
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SNH 3355 - Latin American Film (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This elective course explores the development of Latin American cinema from the Golden Age of Mexican film to the present with a focus on the canon.
Prerequisites: SNH 2005 or SNH 2006 , and SNH 2010 or permission of the instructor.
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SNH 3415 - Contemporary Spanish Poetry (3)
When Offered: On Demand
The course presents a survey of the most influential poets writing in Spanish (Spain and Latin America) in the twentieth century, among them poets such as: Vicente Huidobro, César Vallejo, Juan Larrea, Jorge Luis Borges, Federico García Lorca, and Pablo Neruda. Selected texts are accompanied by a set of theoretical readings and critical essays.
Prerequisite: SNH 2025 or consent of the instructor.
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SNH 3425 - U.S. Hispanic Literature (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course examines the literature produced by Spanish-speaking authors in what is now the United States from the 16th century to the present. Students will explore the history and diversity of U.S. Hispanic literature in depth and breadth including, but not limited to, the recent phenomenon known as the Chicano movement. A focus on contemporary Latino/a authors will enable students to develop a critical understanding of the cultural politics of border crossings.
Prerequisite: SNH 2025 or consent of the instructor.
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SNH 3500 - Independent Study (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring. On Demand
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SNH 3510 - Junior/Senior Honors Seminar in Spanish (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A study of major works, authors, genres, or literary movements in literature of the Spanish-speaking world (Iberian, Latin American, South American, or US Hispanic). Enrollment is by invitation of the department, or by application.
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SNH 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: On Demand
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.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
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SNH 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring. On Demand
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SNH 4001 - Hispanic Children’s and Adolescent Literature (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Critical readings of literary works in different genres written for children and adolescents. Study of the evolution and theory of children’s and adolescent literature in Latin America and Spain. Special focus on the cultural background, cross-cultural ties, and pedagogy of children’s and adolescent literature.
Prerequisites: senior standing and SNH 3080 , or consent of the instructor.
[Dual-listed with SNH 5001.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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SNH 4002 - Latin American Thought Through Literature and Film (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course is a study of the evolution of ideas in Latin America through the literature produced from the second part of the nineteenth century until the present. It also examines the appearance of an ideological process in contemporary film making. Through the critical study of a variety of genres (poetry, fiction, films, and essays), the student should gain a comprehensive understanding of how Latin-American poets, novelists, cinematographers, and essayists have shaped, transformed, mapped, and contributed to the evolution of what we call Latin American thought.
Prerequisites: SNH 3080 and junior or senior standing.
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SNH 4003 - Hispanic Short Fiction (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A study of the short story in Hispanic literature, which will examine the genre from a cultural and literary perspective. Readings and commentary of selected short stories, especially by women and ethnic authors, will trace the history of the genre and explore its main themes. Primary sources will be complemented by literary historical and critical readings.
Prerequisites: senior standing and SNH 3080 , or consent of the instructor.
[Dual-listed with SNH 5003.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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SNH 4005 - The 20th Century Hispanic Novel (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A study of the most representative texts of the 20th century Hispanic novel in relation to the respective literary and cultural movements of the time in which the novels were written. The study of primary texts will be complemented by theoretical and critical readings.
Prerequisite: SNH 1050 or SNH 1060 , an adequate score on the placement test, or consent of the instructor.
[Dual-listed with SNH 5005.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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SNH 4015 - Spanish Thought Through Literature and Film (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course is a study of the evolution of ideas in Spain through the literature produced from the second part of the nineteenth century until the present. It also examines the appearance of an ideological process in contemporary film making. Through the critical study of a variety of genres (poetry, fiction, films, and essays), the student should gain a comprehensive understanding of how Spanish poets, novelists, cinematographers, and essayists have shaped, transformed, mapped, and contributed to the evolution of what we call Spanish thought.
Prerequisites: SNH 3080 and junior or senior standing.
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SNH 4045 - Theory and Practice of Translation (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Introduction to theories of translation, practical techniques for both Spanish-English and English-Spanish translations, and the field of professional translation.
Prerequisite: SNH 3080 .
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SNH 4060 - The Politics of Language in the Spanish-Speaking World (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course explores general concepts in the study of language policy and the politics of language, including linguistic rights, language ideologies and attitudes, language planning, standardization, and language in education, and how these concepts can be used to understand and analyze the political and social status of Spanish vis-à-vis other languages, both historically and in the present day.
Prerequisites: SNH 3035 and SNH 3080 , or permission of instructor.
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SNH 4063 - Hispanic Life-Ways (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An overview of present-day Spain and Spanish America through a thematic approach to such topics as geography, demography, national festivals, lifestyles and cultural patterns. Examination of the contributions of Spain and Spanish America and their influence on the United States.
Prerequisites: junior or senior standing and SNH 2010 .
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SNH 4075 - Advanced Conversation (3)
When Offered: Spring
Development of skills necessary to express ideas fluently on contemporary, cultural, literary, and professional issues.
Prerequisites: junior or senior standing and SNH 2010 or consent of the advisor.
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SNH 4090 - Business Spanish (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Focus on various types of business correspondence, with emphasis on current, specialized vocabulary pertinent to trade and business.
Prerequisites: junior or senior standing and SNH 2010 or consent of the advisor.
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SNH 4510 - Senior Honors Thesis (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Independent study and research. Honors thesis directed by a member of the Spanish faculty in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures and graded by a departmental committee. Oral presentation.
Prerequisites: completion of LLC 2510 and SNH 3510 with at least a “B” average.
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SNH 4530-4549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring. On Demand
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SNH 4555 - History of the Spanish Language (3)
When Offered: Spring
Study of the evolution of the Spanish language, with particular emphasis on the history of standardized Spanish and the development of regional variations of spoken Spanish. The approach takes into account the social, cultural, and political factors that have contributed to linguistic change and have shaped the complex fabric of historical and contemporary varieties of Spanish.
Prerequisites: senior standing and SNH 3035 , or consent of the instructor.
[Dual-listed with SNH 5555.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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SNH 4565 - Advanced Spanish Expression (3) [CAP]
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
An advanced language course where students will have the opportunity to perfect their mastery of the spoken and written language. Students will explore different writing genres and model their work on the literary and cultural narratives written by experienced Spanish writers, and will be provided with the necessary tools to develop their oral language skills.
Prerequisites: senior or graduate standing and SNH 3080 , or consent of the instructor.
[Dual-listed with SNH 5565.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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SPE 2500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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SPE 3000 - Learner Diversity: Teaching English Language Learners (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course examines current literature and instructional practices related to working with English language learners (ELLs) in mainstream classrooms, especially in the areas of understanding cultural differences, and developing language and content learning. Emphasis is placed on developing positive dispositions towards and empathy for the challenges faced by linguistically diverse students and their families. Instructional strategies and interventions will be observed, modeled, discussed, and analyzed. Coursework is integrated with K-6 field experiences to provide real-world contexts for classroom instruction and discussion.
(Same as C I 3000 .)
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SPE 3060 - College and Beyond (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Emphasizing self-determination, topics in this course will include advocacy, disclosure, goal-setting, self-management, personal well-being, finances, housing, assistive technology, being an informed citizen, and services, resources and laws related to disability in adulthood. This course is also designed as an interactive experience that allows teacher education preservice teachers to demonstrate collaboration with their colleagues and peers and to demonstrate an understanding of working with diverse learners.
Students may enroll up to four times for credit.
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SPE 3061 - Career and Practical Living Skills (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This hands-on, interactive lab is designed to enhance students’ concept attainment, problem solving and critical thinking related to the transition to adulthood and careers. This course is also designed as an interactive experience that will allow teacher education preservice teachers to demonstrate collaboration with their colleagues and peers and to demonstrate an understanding of working with diverse learners.
Students may enroll up to four times for credit. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
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SPE 3100 - Introduction to Special Education (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course provides an overview of disabilities as well as the services available to persons with disabilities through special education in public schools and through other institutions, agencies, and professionals. For special education majors, this course is prerequisite to admission to the program.
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SPE 3274 - Developmental/Educational Assessment: Birth-5 (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course will introduce the basic concepts involved in formal and informal observation approaches and authentic assessment for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and families. Skills in observation, data collection, analysis of data, and uses of data will be developed. Service coordination and transdisciplinary intervention with families will be addressed. Cultural and experiential influences will be considered.
Prerequisites: FCS 2101 and FCS 2104 , or approval of the instructor.
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SPE 3300 - Creating Inclusive Learning Communities (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will prepare 21st century teacher education candidates in all disciplines and grade levels to create inclusive learning communities for all students. 21st century teacher education candidates will recognize and accommodate the individual needs of students from differing abilities, backgrounds, and cultures. The course will inform teacher education candidates of the legal requirements and issues, evaluation procedures, individualized instruction, assessment, and strategies for including students with disabilities and from diverse backgrounds in inclusive education environments, with an emphasis on Universal Design for Learning, self-determination, and assessing student progress. A grade of “C” (2.0) or higher must be earned.
Prerequisites: C I 2300 , FDN 2400 , PSY 3010 , and admission to teacher education.
Forty (40) hours of field experiences are required.
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SPE 3310 - Research and Issues in Special Education (3) [WID]
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
This course is designed to explore a variety of current topics in the special education field and to guide students in selecting an area of interest. Students will complete an in-depth study of their area of interest to demonstrate depth of knowledge in a focused area of special education.
Prerequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent.
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SPE 3350 - Characteristics, Theories, and Diagnosis of Students with Learning Differences: General and Adapted Curriculum (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This is a course in the education of students with learning differences. This course studies the definition, identification, characteristics, and etiology of persons with learning differences. This course also includes current educational planning, programs, and theories related to the field.
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SPE 3360 - Psychoeducational Strategies with Special Needs Learners: General and Adapted Curriculum (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of the psychoeducational management of children with disabilities in both the general and adapted curriculum. Emphasis is placed upon affective considerations, models of interventions, instructional planning, and classroom practices.
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SPE 3370 - Introduction to Developmental Disabilities: General and Adapted Curriculum (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is designed to introduce prospective teachers to students with developmental disabilities, including students with intellectual disability and students with autism spectrum disorders who also have an intellectual disability. The course will include definitions, etiology, prevalence, and characteristics of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Additionally, students in this course will investigate service delivery, roles of various professionals, current trends, and philosophies related to persons with intellectual disabilities. We will examine learning characteristics, instructional content, teaching strategies, assessment, instructional settings, legal issues, and ethics for students with intellectual disabilities.
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SPE 3374 - Assessment in Special Education (3)
When Offered: Fall
The basic principles of assessment as they relate to referral and evaluation procedures. This course introduces a variety of standardized tests and scoring and interpretation procedures.
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SPE 3380 - Assistive Technology in Special Education (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course provides an understanding of universal design for learning and assistive technology and application in instructional programs and life skills for students with disabilities. Students will learn to design appropriate instructional programs utilizing instructional and assistive technologies. Students will be provided with hands-on practice and demonstration of technologies that will enable them to consider, select, and implement effective technologies for their students in school, home, and community environments.
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SPE 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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SPE 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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SPE 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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SPE 4205 - Inclusion (3)
When Offered: Fall.
This course examines inclusion as it relates to students with disabilities in K-12 schools. Current issues, collaborative relationships, and effective instructional practices for all students will be discussed.
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SPE 4215 - Strategies for Teaching Mathematics to Students with Disabilities (3)
When Offered: Fall
The purpose of this course is to teach principles of remediation in mathematics to students with disabilities. Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on instructional modifications for establishing a remedial instruction program in mathematics. Students will become familiar with and implement scientifically-based instructional approaches.
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SPE 4225 - Collaborative Relationships in Special Education (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course examines the following areas in special education: self-determination and Person Centered Planning; collaborating with families, employers and adult service providers; and transition and secondary special education issues. This course must be taken concurrently with SPE 4215 , SPE 4405 , SPE 4496 , and SPE 4705 by students majoring in Special Education with a concentration in General Curriculum K-12; and concurrently with SPE 4215 , SPE 4410 , SPE 4420 , and SPE 4496 by students majoring in Special Education with a concentration in Adapted Curriculum K-12.
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SPE 4405 - Strategies for Students with Disabilities: General Curriculum (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course provides information on cognitive and metacognitive strategies with emphasis on how to assess, plan, design, and implement strategies for K-12 students with disabilities. There is a focus on writing strategies instruction.
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SPE 4410 - Individualized Assessment and Curriculum: Adapted Curriculum (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course examines current issues and methods related to assessment, personalized curriculum development, and the planning, implementation, and evaluation of instruction of students with moderate and severe disabilities.
This course is required for students majoring in Special Education with a concentration in Adapted Curriculum K-12.
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SPE 4420 - Methods for Students with Disabilities: Adapted Curriculum (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course is designed to examine scientifically-based methods for instruction and the implementation of these methods in the planning and delivery of instructional and behavioral programs for students in special education.
Prerequisite: SPE 4410 . Admission to Teacher Education.
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SPE 4430 - Positive Behavior Supports: Adapted Curriculum (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course examines positive behavior supports and the behavioral interventions that are guided by functional assessment and focus on generalized outcomes. The skills learned in this course emphasize the use of a collaborative problem-solving process to develop individualized interventions that stress prevention and remediation of problem behaviors through the provisions of effective educational programming.
This course is required for students majoring in Special Education with a concentration in Adapted Curriculum K-12, and must be taken concurrently with SPE 4495 , SPE 4570 , and SPE 4601 .
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SPE 4495 - Practicum I (3)
When Offered: Spring
Practicum in schools in the areas listed below according to the chosen concentration. Practicum in General Curriculum: Practicum in K-12 schools with students who are likely to complete the requirements for a career prep, college/tech prep, or college prep diploma from the North Carolina Public Schools. Practicum in Adapted Curriculum: Practicum in K-12 schools with students who may not earn a career prep, college/tech prep, or college prep diploma from the North Carolina Public Schools.
Graded on an S/U basis.
During this course, students will complete portfolio assignments required for graduation.
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SPE 4496 - Practicum II (3)
When Offered: Fall
Practicum in schools in the areas listed below according to the chosen concentration. Practicum in General Curriculum: Practicum in K-12 schools with students who are likely to complete the requirements for a career prep, college/tech prep, or college prep diploma from the North Carolina Public Schools. Practicum in Adapted Curriculum: Practicum in K-12 schools with students who may not earn a career prep, college/tech prep, or college prep diploma from the North Carolina Public Schools.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: SPE 4495 - Practicum I (3) .
During this course, students will complete portfolio assignments required for graduation.
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SPE 4497 - Practicum III (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Practicum in schools in the areas listed below according to the chosen concentration. Practicum in General Curriculum: Practicum in K-12 schools with students who are likely to complete the requirements for a career prep, college/tech prep, or college prep diploma from the North Carolina Public Schools. Practicum in Adapted Curriculum: Practicum in K-12 schools with students who may not earn a career prep, college/tech prep, or college prep diploma from the North Carolina Public Schools. This course is to be taken only if students are completing both Adapted and General Curriculum program areas.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisites: SPE 4495 - Practicum I (3) and SPE 4496 - Practicum II (3) .
During this course, students will complete portfolio assignments required for graduation.
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SPE 4553 - Issues in Transdisciplinary Service Delivery (3)
When Offered: Spring
This seminar emphasizes the foundations for professional development, positive attitudes toward children and families, and the strong commitment toward continuous, life-long study of young children and their learning. Class discussions and assignments are designed to prepare B-K teachers to participate fully in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary early childhood teams and to collaborate across agencies dealing with young children and their families.
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SPE 4570 - Advocacy and Legislation in Special Education (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course provides information and practice related to the roles and responsibilities of professionals with regard to advocacy and legislative mandates, including the special education process and individual education programs.
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SPE 4592 - Medical Aspects of Disability (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course includes 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.
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SPE 4601 - Classroom Management and Positive Behavior Supports (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course will prepare prospective special educators with the skills necessary to support learning through the management and improvement of student behavior. This course provides a study of classroom management techniques and intervention strategies with all students. Positive Behavior Support is a technique for addressing student problem behavior and teaching appropriate replacement behaviors along the hierarchy ranging from generalized school-wide populations to individualized interventions.
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SPE 4700 - Introduction to the Teaching-Family Model (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An introduction to the philosophy and implementation of the teaching-family model treatment approach. Emphasis will be placed on meeting the needs and remediating problems of the emotionally disturbed and delinquent youth.
[Dual-listed with SPE 5700.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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SPE 4705 - Methods for Students with Disabilities: General Curriculum (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course addresses scientifically-based methods used in the implementation of the general curriculum, K-12.
Prerequisite: SPE 4405 . Admission to Teacher Education.
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SPE 4900 - Student Teaching in Special Education (6 OR 12) [CAP]
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
Teaching experiences under supervision for one semester for students planning to teach special needs students in grades K-12.
Graded on an S/U basis.
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STT 1530-1549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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STT 1805 - A Brief Introduction to Statistics (1)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Quantitative Literacy
This course is an introduction to statistical thinking. Emphasis is on the development of conceptual understanding rather than on computational drill. Using appropriate computational tools, including computers, is fundamental to the course. The course will cover the statistical method, making and reading graphs, detecting bias, univariate statistics, categorical statistics, linear regression and some basic probability. STT 1805 is not open to students with 4 hours of QL credit.
Prerequisite: 3 hours of QL credit.
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STT 1810 - Basic Statistics (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Quantitative Literacy
An introduction to statistical problem solving. Topics include organization and presentation of data; measures of location, variation, and association; the normal distribution, sampling distributions, and statistical inference. Emphasis will be on conceptual understanding and interpretation of results rather than theoretical development. Statistical software will be utilized in the analysis of data and in the development of statistical and probabilistic concepts. STT 1810 is not open to students with credit for STT 2810 , STT 2820 , STT 3850 , or STT 4811 . (NUMERICAL DATA; COMPUTER)
Prerequisite: MAT 1010 or higher. Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
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STT 2500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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STT 2530-2549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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STT 2810 - Introduction to Statistics (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Quantitative Literacy
An introduction to statistical problem solving and methodology. Topics include tabulation and graphical representations of univariate and bivariate data; probability, statistical distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. Emphasis will be on conceptual understanding and interpretation of results rather than theoretical development. Statistical software will be utilized in the analysis of data and in the development of statistical and probabilistic concepts. STT 2810 is not open to students with credit for STT 1810 , STT 2820 , STT 3850 , or STT 4811 .
Prerequisite: MAT 1010 or higher. Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
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STT 2820 - Reasoning with Statistics (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Quantitative Literacy
An introduction to the design, analysis, and interpretation of statistical studies. Topics include representations for univariate and bivariate data distributions; designed methods for data collection and the role of randomness in statistical studies; probability and statistical distributions; statistical estimation, and statistical significance. Emphasis will be on the development of conceptual understanding and interpretation of results through simulation rather than a theoretical development. Statistical software will be utilized in the analysis of data in the development of statistical and probabilistic concepts. STT 2820 is not open to students with credit for STT 1810 , STT 2810 , STT 3850 , or STT 4811 .
Prerequisite: Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
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STT 2860 - Introduction to Data Management and Visualization (3)
When Offered: Fall
An introduction to the tools, methods, and current practices of data management and visualization including reproducible work flow. Topics include introductory concepts of programming and work flow, data manipulation, and data visualization using grammar of graphics. Emphasis will also be placed on the practice of creating reproducible research using a version control system with dynamic document reporting, including technology/tools such as R, R Studio, R Markdown, Git, and Git Hub. Prerequisite: demonstrated readiness for college-level math.
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STT 3250 - Fundamentals of Probability (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Topics include a study of sample spaces, counting rules, conditional probability and independence, random variables and their properties, moment generating functions, named distributions, both discrete and continuous, transformations, the Central Limit Theorem, covariance and correlation coefficients, order statistics, and multivariate probability distributions.
Prerequisite: MAT 2130 .
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STT 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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STT 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.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
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STT 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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STT 3820 - Statistical Methods I (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Quantitative Literacy
A continuation of STT 2810 or STT 2820 . A study of parametric and non-parametric statistical methods and inferential procedures. Topics commonly covered include an introduction to methods of data collection such as simulation, surveys and experiments; single parameter inference for means and proportions; techniques for comparing two distributions; error rates and power; inference for simple linear regression and multiple regression least squares models; introductions to one-way and two-way analysis of variance models; and contingency table analysis. Nonparametric alternatives are presented for many methods in the course when the assumptions for parametric methods are not met. Emphasis is on a non-theoretical development of statistical techniques and on the interpretation of statistical results. Statistical software will be utilized in analysis of data.
Prerequisite: STT 2810 or STT 2820 or equivalent. Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
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STT 3830 - Statistical Methods II (3)
When Offered: Fall. Odd-numbered years
A continuation of STT 3820 . Topics commonly covered include experimental design; intermediate topics in least-squares regression modeling, such as multiple regression, residual analysis, transformations, higher order model terms and interactions, categorical predictors, diagnostic statistics for assessment of model fit, and model selection; one-way and two-way analysis of variance, including blocking and factorial designs. Emphasis is on a non-theoretical development of statistical techniques and on the interpretation of statistical results. Statistical software will be utilized in the analysis of data.
Prerequisite: STT 3820 or equivalent. Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
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STT 3840 - Elementary Probability and Survey Sampling (3)
When Offered: On Demand
The course begins with an introduction to discrete probabilities and related applications. In particular, the application of probability to sampling is studied in detail. The remainder of the course is devoted to the theory of sampling and sampling techniques. Applications are highlighted through examples and illustrated problems.
Prerequisite: STT 2810 or STT 2820 or permission of the instructor.
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STT 3850 - Statistical Data Analysis I (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course provides an overview of modern statistical data analysis. Programming with data, including simulations and bootstrapping, will be an integral part of the course. Techniques for parsing univariate and multivariate data sets will be examined. Coverage of probability, random variables, standard probability distributions and statistical sampling distributions will be sufficient to prepare the student for statistical inference. Inferential topics will include parameter estimation, hypothesis testing for proportions, means and medians, goodness of fit tests, and tests for independence. Standard and computationally intensive regression techniques will also be covered.
Prerequisite: MAT 1110 . Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
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STT 3851 - Statistical Data Analysis II (3) [WID]
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
The goal of this course is to provide students with exposure to a variety of statistical procedures in order to develop their ability to understand statistically based research. As the course will focus on proper data analysis, sufficient practice with solving real problems using real data will be required. A variety of standard statistical methodologies will be covered including multiple regression, the analysis of variance, and the analysis of covariance. Additionally, several computationally intensive methods will be explored including, but not limited to, areas such as robust regression, bootstrapping, and permutation tests. Students will be required to complete several data analysis projects that utilize professional editing tools and demonstrate reproducible statistical research.
Prerequisites: STT 3850 and R C 2001 or its equivalent.
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STT 3860 - Introduction to Statistical Modeling (3)
When Offered: Spring
A continuation of STT 2860 with an emphasis on statistical modeling and reproducible reporting using professional tools. Hypothesis testing will be introduced via resampling, and estimation will be introduced via bootstrapping. Cross-validation will be used to evaluate and select models that take into account the bias-variance trade-off. Supervised learning techniques will include linear regression, regression trees, classification trees, and random forests. Unsupervised learning techniques will include hierarchical clustering, k-means, and if time permits an introduction to principal components.
Prerequisites: STT 2860 and one of the following: STT 2810 , STT 2820 , or STT 3850 .
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STT 4500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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STT 4530-4549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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STT 4811 - Statistical Concepts and Applications I (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course introduces students at the post-calculus level to statistical concepts, applications, and theory. Topics include: comparisons with categorical and numerical data, statistical significance, sampling and sampling distributions, and randomized experiments. Statistical concepts will be developed through simulations, and applications will focus on statistical problem-solving. The course will introduce prospective teachers to the content and pedagogy recommended by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics’ Standards and the American Statistical Association’s Guidelines with regard to statistics and probability at the introductory level.
Prerequisite: MAT 1120 . Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
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STT 4812 - Statistical Concepts and Applications II with Probability Modeling (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course is a continuation of STT 4811 . Topics include: exploring and modeling relationships, comparing several populations, combinatorial analysis, axiomatic probability, and conditional probability. Statistical concepts will be developed through simulations, and applications will focus on statistical problem-solving. The mathematical foundations of probability will be developed and explored through simulations. The course will prepare prospective teachers to implement the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics’ Standards and the American Statistical Association’s Guidelines with regard to statistics and probability at an intermediate level.
Prerequisite: STT 4811 . Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
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STT 4820 - Design and Analysis of Experiments (3)
When Offered: On Demand
The course begins with a review of sampling, sampling distributions, and simple comparative experiments. Single factor experiments with both fixed and random effects are considered. Designs illustrated include randomized blocks, latin squares and factorial experiments. Mixed models and rules for expected mean square are presented. Model adequacy, sample size considerations, power determinations and restrictions on randomization procedures are discussed. The use of statistical software packages is integrated throughout the course.
Prerequisite: STT 3820 , or permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with STT 5820.]
[Dual-listed with STT 5820.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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STT 4821 - Design and Analysis of Experiments Capstone (1) [CAP]
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
STT 4821 satisfies the general education capstone requirement for mathematics majors with concentrations other than education. Students will explore current, relevant, or advanced undergraduate topics in statistics and the relationships of statistics with other fields. Oral and written communication skills are emphasized.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Corequisite: Must be taken concurrently with STT 4820 .
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STT 4830 - Linear Regression Models (3)
When Offered: Fall
An introduction to least squares estimation in simple and multiple regression models. The matrix approach is used in the more general multiple regression model. Considerable attention is given to the analysis of variance, aptness of the model tests, residual analysis, the effects of multicollinearity, and variable selection procedures.
Prerequisites: MAT 2240 and STT 3830 . Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
[Dual-listed with STT 5830.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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STT 4831 - Linear Regression Models Capstone (1) [CAP]
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
STT 4831 satisfies the general education capstone requirement for mathematics majors with concentrations other than education. Students will explore current, relevant, or advanced undergraduate topics in statistics and the relationships of statistics with other fields. Oral and written communication skills are emphasized.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Corequisite: Must be taken concurrently with STT 4830 .
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STT 4840 - Regression and Time Series Forecasting (3)
When Offered: Fall
Introduction to regression and time series forecasting models applied to problems in economics, business and the social sciences with emphasis on the use of computer technology. Topics include least squares parameter estimation, simple and multiple linear regression models, trend and seasonal regression models, seasonal and non-seasonal ARIMA models, model assumptions diagnostics, variable selection, model evaluation and monitoring, smoothing techniques and dealing with non-stationarity.
Prerequisites: MAT 2240 , STT 3250 , and STT 3850 or permission of the instructor. Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
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STT 4841 - Regression and Time Series Forecasting Capstone (1) [CAP]
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
STT 4841 satisfies the general education capstone requirement for mathematics majors with concentrations other than education. Students will explore current, relevant, or advanced undergraduate topics in statistics and the relationships of statistics with other fields. Oral and written communication skills are emphasized.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Corequisite: Must be taken concurrently with STT 4840 .
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STT 4870 - Senior Seminar in Statistics (2)
When Offered: On Demand
A course designed to provide majors in statistics and other related fields the opportunity to study statistics problems from a variety of sources and to examine their statistical analyses. The emphasis will be on the oral and written presentations of statistical results. The course should prepare the student for making the transition from academic courses to statistical practice. Students taking this course should have completed most of the courses offered in the statistics curriculum.
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
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STT 4880 - Mathematical Statistics (3)
When Offered: Spring
A continuation of STT 3250, dealing with statistical inference and sampling distributions, estimation and properties of estimators, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing. Estimation will include matching moments, percentile matching, and maximum likelihood. Properties discussed will include bias, variance, mean squared error, consistency, efficiency, and uniform minimum variance unbiased estimators. Confidence intervals will estimate means, differences of means, variances, and proportions. Hypothesis testing will include the Neyman-Pearson lemma, significance and power, likelihood ratio tests, and information criteria. Other tests covered will include those for mean, variance, contingency tables, and goodness of fit.
Prerequisite: STT 3250 .
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STT 4881 - Mathematical Statistics Capstone (1) [CAP]
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
This course satisfies the general education capstone requirement for mathematics majors with concentrations other than education. Students will explore current, relevant, or advanced undergraduate topics in statistics and the relationships of statistics with other fields. Oral and written communication skills are emphasized.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Corequisite: Must be taken concurrently with STT 4880 .
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STT 4890 - Introduction to Modeling and Analysis in Sports (3)
When Offered: Fall
An overview of contemporary topics in sports analytics. Topics covered will include but not be limited to: individual and team performance measures, rankings, game simulation, and strategy assessment. Examples will be used from football, basketball, baseball, and selected other sports.
Prerequisite: STT 3860 .
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STT 4900 - Internship (1-12)
When Offered: On Demand
Independent, supervised work in statistics for an approved agency, business, or organization. The number of semester hours taken must be approved by the department chair, and may not all be approved to count toward major requirements.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: approval of the department chair.
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SCM 1530-1549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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SCM 2500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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SCM 2530-2549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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SCM 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Prerequisite: 54 earned hours
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SCM 3510 - Junior Honors Thesis (1-3)
When Offered: On Demand
Independent study and research project directed by a departmental faculty advisor on a topic of mutual interest to both student and advisor. The thesis should be completed during the student’s junior and senior years and includes a formal presentation to the college faculty.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours.
Prerequisite: 54 earned hours
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SCM 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.
Prerequisite: 54 earned hours
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SCM 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
Prerequisite: 54 earned hours
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SCM 3650 - Production and Operations Management (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An introduction to the basic functions and concepts involved in managing the production and operations function of an organization. Topics in operations system design and analysis at the introductory level are included.
Prerequisite: 45 earned hours.
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SCM 3660 - Principles of Supply Chain Management (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The objective of the course is to enable students to understand the concept of supply chain management and its importance in both strategic and operational planning. Topics covered include the intra-company relationships between operations and other organizational functions as well as the inter-company relationships among suppliers, products, distributors, retailers and consumers in the supply chain. The course will also discuss the problems and issues confronting supply chain managers, and the concepts, models, and techniques they use to solve those problems.
Prerequisites: 54 earned hours and ECO 2100 or STT 2810 or STT 2820 or permission of the department chair/program director.
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SCM 3670 - Six Sigma and Quality Management (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will cover topics on the quality system, quality conformance, the management system for quality, the Six Sigma system, organizing for Six Sigma, selecting winning Six Sigma projects, leading a Six Sigma project team, and the Six Sigma tool kit. Also, the course will discuss several methods for Six Sigma and quality management including quality assurance, measurement, reliability, process control charts, and sampling techniques. In order to understand the real life applications of quality management, various real-world cases will be discussed.
Prerequisites: 54 earned hours and ECO 2100 or STT 2810 or STT 2820 or permission of the department chair/ program director.
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SCM 3690 - Global Supply Chain and Logistics (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course incorporates principles and models of logistics in the global supply chain environment. Topics include the structure and dynamics of the global supply chain environment, global sourcing, global facility location, import-export issues, demand management, materials management, warehousing, and performance measurement.
Prerequisite: 54 earned hours and ECO 2100 or STT 2810 or STT 2820 or permission of the department chair/program director.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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