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2009-11 ListingLast Updated:August 24, 2009 A B CAccounting 484X. Advanced Accounting Information Systems. (Duel-listed with 584X) (3-0) Cr. 3 Prereq: Acct 384. Advanced accounting information systems concepts; database design and information retrieval, internal controls within computerized accounting information systems, financial reporting in electronic environment. Nonmajor graduate credit. Accounting 584X. Advanced Accounting Information Systems. (Duel-listed with 484X) (3-0) Cr. 3 Prereq: Acct 384. Advanced accounting information systems concepts; database design and information retrieval, internal controls within computerized accounting information systems, financial reporting in electronic environment. Aerospace Engineering 381X. Introduction to Wind Energy. F. offered 2009. Prereq: Math 166, Physics 221. Basic introduction to the fundamentals of Wind Energy and Wind Energy conversion systems. Topics include but not limited to various types of wind energy conversion systems and the aerodynamics, blade and tower structural loads, kinematics of the blades and meteorology. Aerospace Engineering 467X. Multidisciplinary Engineering Design II. Cr. 3. F. (Same as Engr 467X, Cpr E 467X, EE 467X, IE 467X, Mat E 467X, ME 467X. Prereq: student must be within two semesters of graduation or receive permission of instructor. Holland, Smith. Build and test of a conceptual design. Detail design, manufacturability, test criteria and procedures. Application of design tools such as CAD and CAM and manufacturing techniques such as rapid prototyping. Development and testing of a full-scale prototype with appropriate documentation in the form of design journals, written reports, oral presentations and computer models and engineering drawings. African and African American Studies 259X. African American Leadership. Cr. 3. Rise and development of leadership among blacks in American history from the earliest of times to the present. Studies of selected 19th and 20th century individuals, ideologies and movements; black leadership traditions, visions and challenges in American history. African and African American Studies 358X. Black Nationalism and Pan-Africanism. Cr. 3. Origins and development of nationalist and pan-Africanist aspirations, schemes and movements in black American and diasporic African history. Examination of varieties of black nationalism and their significance and impact. Rationale for, and challenges of, the global Pan-African (diasporic) construction of nationalism. African and African American Studies 447X. Slavery, Racism and Lynching. Cr. 3. Origins, development, and interrelationships of three dynamic forces that shaped American history and race relations. Lynching of black Americans as a defining character of race relations in the United States during the “Age of Lynching” (1880-1940). Agricultural Education and Studies 113X. Access to Success Seminar I. Cr. 1(Same as H SCI 113X). Prereq: Projected sophomore status/at least 24 credit. Grant, Pacheco. A course that provides career skills, learning strategies and social and academic integration techniques to Step Forward program participants. Utilization of campus resources, encouragement of self-exploration and development of academic skills. Agriculture and Human Sciences professional development. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only. Agricultural Education and Studies 327X. Advanced Communications for Agriculture and Life Sciences (2-2) Cr. 3. Prereq: Engl 250. Development of written ,oral, visual and electronic media relevant to agriculture and life sciences. Students develop skills and perspectives consistent with principles and democratic dialogue about agriculture and natural resources issues, and to provide explanations of scientific and technical concepts to rural, industry, and urban audiences. Agricultural Engineering 410X. Electronic Sys Integration for Ag Mach & Prod Sys. (Dual-listed with 510X). Cr. 3. Prereq: 363 or equivalent. System architecture and design of electronics used in agricultural machinery and production systems. Emphasis on information technology and systems integration for automated agriculture processes. Design of Controller Area Network (CAN BUS) communication systems and discussion of relevant standards (ISO 11783 and SAE J1939). Application of technologies for sensing, distribution control, and automation of agricultural machinery will be emphasized. Nonmajor graduate credit. Special course fees. Agriculture Engineering 496X. Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Travel Course. (Cross-listed with BSE 496X) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable. Limited enrollment. Tour and study of international agricultural and biosystems engineering as applied to biorenewable and food systems. Location and duration of tours will vary. Tour expenses paid by students. Pre-trip sessions arranged. Check with department for current offerings. Agricultural Engineering 510X. Electronic Sys Integration for Ag Mach & Prod Sys. (Dual-listed with 410X). Cr. 3. Prereq: 363 or equivalent. System architecture and design of electronics used in agricultural machinery and production systems. Emphasis on information technology and systems integration for automated agriculture processes. Design of Controller Area Network (CAN BUS) communication systems and discussion of relevant standards (ISO 11783 and SAE J1939). Application of technologies for sensing, distribution control, and automation of agricultural machinery will be emphasized. Nonmajor graduate credit. Special course fees. Agricultural Engineering 537X. TMDL Development and Implementation. Cr. 3. (2-2). Alt. F. offered 2009. Prereq: CE 372 or equivalent. A project-based course to develop a water quality improvement plan. The legislative and judicial basis of the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) program, different approaches for TMDL development, data needs and sources, SWAT modeling, and principles and techniques for implementation of water quality improvement plans. Agricultural Engineering 568X. Pretreatment of Biomass. (2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: ChE 357 or ME 436. Brief organic chemistry of the lignocellulosic materials, the fundamentals of pretreatment, heat and mass transport phenomena in the biomass pretreatment, and various bioconversion strategies. Agronomy 337X. Seed Dormancy: Biology and Technology. (1-0) Cr. 1. F. The biology and practical implications of seed dormancy. Introduction of current theories on seed dormancy as well as the potential role of dormancy in seed storage, establishment and use, including the role of seed dormancy in weed seed banks. Additionally, standard laboratory assessments of dormancy will be discussed. This course is offered via the internet. Agronomy 443X. Environmental Management of Livestock. (Dual listed with 543X. Same as An S 443X/543X) (3-2) Cr. 4. Prereq: An S 319, or Agron 212 and Agron 354. Relationship of livestock production to environmental quality. Management approaches to preserve environmental quality and optimize productivity of farming enterprises through effective integration of resources in confinement and grazing-based livestock production systems. Development of management plans. Agronomy 523X. Molecular Plan Breeding. (2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Agron 421 or 521, GDCB 542A. Plant breeding in the era of sequenced genomes and transformation. High throughout genomic technologies will be presented in relation to various applications in plant breeding. Agronomy 543X. Environmental Management of Livestock. (Dual listed with 443X. Same as Agron 443X/543X) (3-2) Cr. 4. Prereq: An S 319, or Agron 212 and Agron 354. Relationship of livestock production to environmental quality. Management approaches to preserve environmental quality and optimize productivity of farming enterprises through effective integration of resources in confinement and grazing-based livestock production systems. Development of management plans. Agronomy 588X. GIS for Geoscientists II. Cr. 3. (Same as Geology 588X) Prereq: Familiarity with ArcGIS (a foundation such as: EnSci 446, AE 405/525, AE 408/508, CRP 451/551, NREM 446, Geol 452/552 or equivalent with instructor’s approval). Advanced topics in geographic information systems (GIS) using ArcGIS 9.x (ArcMap and extension modules). Main focus on raster (grid) GIS data analysis and operations – also involves triangulated irregular networks (TINs) and 3D visualization (ArcScene). Includes a major class project, if possible using raster data relevant to the students’ research. Agronomy 620X. Food, Energy, and Quality of Life in Iowa. (Cross-listed with BRT 620X and SusAg 620X). Cr. 4. F. Prereq: SusAg 590 and 610, or instructors’ permission. Intensive investigation of conventional alternative food and energy systems. In Iowa at the present time and projections of trend lines for both into the future. A 9-day immersion field experience is required in addition to the two contact hours for lection per week. Animal Ecology 454X. Principles of Wildlife Disease. Cr. 3(Same as A ECL 554X). Prereq: Junior standing and at least 10 credits in biological sciences at the 300+ level or graduate standing. Ecological and epidemiological aspects of disease as they relate to wildlife populations. Topics to be covered include: major classes of disease; detection, description, monitoring, and management of disease; characteristics and interactions between disease agents and wildlife hosts; relationship between wildlife, domestic animal, and human health. Animal Ecology 554X. Principles of Wildlife Disease. Cr. 3(Same as A ECL 454X). Prereq: Junior standing and at least 10 credits in biological sciences at the 300+ level or graduate standing. Ecological and epidemiological aspects of disease as they relate to wildlife populations. Topics to be covered include: major classes of disease; detection, description, monitoring, and management of disease; characteristics and interactions between disease agents and wildlife hosts; relationship between wildlife, domestic animal, and human health. Animal Ecology 575X. Quantitative Techniques in Field Ecology. Cr 3. Prereq: Stat 101. Statistical design and analysis techniques for wildlife and fisheries field studies. Emphasis on underlying concepts and assumptions, and associated computing software. Animal Science 199X. Marketing and Management of Livestock Events. (0-2) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S. Prereq:Credit or enrollment in AnS 101 or AnS114 . Management and coordination of livestock shows, sales and events, including program planning, staff and volunteer management, time management, publicity and promotion for fairs, shows, clinics, expos, and other events. For section E students are expected to take the fall and spring courses consecutively. Enrollment is limited. Satisfactory Fail only. A maximum of two credits of AnS 199X may be applied toward the total credits required for graduation. A. Beef Animal Science 317X. Fundamental s of Equine Behavior and Training. Cr 1 or 3. F. SS. Modifying the behavior of the horse using systematic approaches to horse training emphasizing the psychology of training horses. Equipment and its use and preparation of horses for competition. A maximum of 4 credits of An S 316 may be applied toward graduation. A. Young horses at halter. Cr. 1. Animal Science 443X. Environmental Management of Livestock. (Dual listed with 543X. Same as Agron 443X/543X) (3-2) Cr. 4. Prereq: An S 319, or Agron 212 and Agron 354. Relationship of livestock production to environmental quality. Management approaches to preserve environmental quality and optimize productivity of farming enterprises through effective integration of resources in confinement and grazing-based livestock production systems. Development of management plans. Animal Science 452X. Animal Industry and Veterinary Genetics. Cr. 3. Prereq: An S 352. Evaluation of alternate breeding programs in domestic animals. Approaches will include quantitative and molecular methods useful to professionals in animal science and veterinary medicine. Nonmajor graduate credit. Animal Science 543X. Environmental Management of Livestock. (Dual listed with 443X. Same as Agron 443X/543X) (3-2) Cr. 4. Prereq: An S 319, or Agron 212 and Agron 354. Relationship of livestock production to environmental quality. Management approaches to preserve environmental quality and optimize productivity of farming enterprises through effective integration of resources in confinement and grazing-based livestock production systems. Development of management plans. Anthropology 425X. Professional Preparation of Anthropology. (2-0) Cr. 2. F. Prereq: Junior classification in Anthropology or permission from instructor. Instruction and guidance in the development of professional skills needed for success in academic and non-academic anthropological careers. Topics will include strategies for internship and job searches, creating resumes and CVs, composing personal statements and cover letters, and developing contacts and sources. Satisfactory-fail only. B
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology 316X. Principles of Biochemistry and Metabolism. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Chem 231 or 332; Biol 212. Understanding biological systems at the molecular level; chemistry of biological macromolecules, enzyme function and regulation, metabolic pathways; integration of metabolism in diverse living systems. For students in biology and related majors who do not require the more rigorous treatment of biochemistry found in BBMB 404/405. Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology 412X, Techniques in Biophysical Research. (1-3) Cr. 2. S. Hargrove, Felton, Sogren-Knaak. Prereq: BBMB 411 and 461, Introduction to laboratory techniques for the biophysical characterization of biological molecules, including X-ray crystallography, NMR spectroscopy, analytical ultracentrifugation, and dynamic light scattering. Bioinformatics and Computational Biology 442 A,B,C,D. Bioinformatics and Computational Biology Techniques Cr. 0.5. S. Prereq: Junior standing. Modular minicourses consisting of guided tutorials and hands-on computer software exercises focused on fundamental problems, approaches, and software applications in bioinformatics and computational biology. Nonmajor graduate credit. Satisfactory – Fail only. A. Sequence Database Searching B. Protein Structure Databases, Visualization, and Prediction. C. Phylogenetic Analysis. D. Microarray Analysis Biological Systems Engineering 496X. Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Travel Course. (Cross-listed with AE 496X) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable. Limited enrollment. Tour and study of international agricultural and biosystems engineering as applied to biorenewable and food systems. Location and duration of tours will vary. Tour expenses paid by students. Pre-trip sessions arranged. Check with department for current offerings. Biomedical Sciences 335X. Molecular and Cellular Basis of Disease. Cr. 1. F. Greenlee. Descriptions of molecular and cellular biology especially as it pertains to veterinary medicine. Discussions of cellular components, cellular functions, and anomalies thereof. Emphasis placed on divergences relevant to companion animals and livestock. Biomedical Sciences 336X. Veterinary Nutrition. Cr. 2. Goff. Introduce basic biochemical aspects of metabolism and function of energy, protein, fat, minerals and vitamins in the diet. Determine nutrient requirements of food animals, pets, and horses under various physiological states. Understand fate of various nutrients in simple stomached animals, ruminants, and cecal fermenters. Discuss clinical nutrition problems specific to each species Biomedical Sciences 353X. Topics in Molecular Veterinary Medicine. Cr. 1. S. (Dual-listed with 553X) Prereq: completion or enrollment in BMS 354. Descriptions of molecular aspects of receptors and signal transduction. Clinical relevances of receptor dysfunctions and receptor exploitation/mimicry by microbioal pathogens. Future directions of molecular veterinary medicine. Biomedical Sciences 553X. Topics in Molecular Veterinary Medicine. Cr. 1. S. (Dual-listed with 353X) Prereq: completion or enrollment in BMS 354. Descriptions of molecular aspects of receptors and signal transduction. Clinical relevances of receptor dysfunctions and receptor exploitation/mimicry by microbioal pathogens. Future directions of molecular veterinary medicine. Biorenewable Resources and Technology 545X. Production and Use of Biofuels. Cr. 3. Prereq: 501 or one course in organic chemistry. Basic principles for the production and utilization of biobased fuels with special emphasis on ethanol and biodiesel. Fermentation of carbohydrates to ethanol and transesterification of vegetable oils and animal fats. Process chemistry of ethanol and biodiesel manufacturing. Fuel properties and utilization in internal combustion engines. Biorenewable Resources and Technology 592X. International Perspectives in Biorenewables. Cr.2. Prereq: Permission of student’s major professor and selection by the BRT program coordinating committee. International study abroad program in Europe. Overview of the sustainability-driven production of biomaterials and analysis of the supply chain from primary production and transformation to environmentally friendly consumer and industrial products. Biorenewable Resources and Technology 620X. Food, Energy, and Quality of Life in Iowa. (Cross-listed with Agron 620X and SusAg 620X). Cr. 4. F. Prereq: SusAg 590 and 610, or instructors’ permission. Intensive investigation of conventional alternative food and energy systems. In Iowa at the present time and projections of trend lines for both into the future. A 9-day immersion field experience is required in addition to the two contact hours for lection per week. CChemistry 110X. Cutting-Edge Chemistry: Research and Career Opportunities. (1-0) Cr. 1. S.Overview of careers in chemistry: industrial, governmental, and academic careers; literature and compound search instruction; professional ethics; and an introduction to joining a research lab. For students majoring or minoring in chemistry or chemistry-related fields. Satisfactory-fail only. Chinese 403X. Reading Chinese Texts. Cr 3. F.S. Prereq: 6 credits of Chinese at the 300 level or permission of instructor. Critical reading of authentic cultural and literary texts; consolidation of existing language skills; comprehension of in-depth cultural issues. Taught in Chinese. Repeatable with new topic up to 6 credits. Nonmajor graduate credit. Chinese 499X. Internship in Chinese. Cr 3. 1-3 each time taken. F.S.SS. Prereq: 9 credits of Chinese at the 300 level or permission of deparment and internship coordinator. Work experience using Chinese in the public or private sector, combined with academic work under faculty supervision. Offered on pass-fail grading basis only. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Up to 3 credits may apply toward the Chinese minor or LCP minor. Civil Engineering 467X. Geomaterials Stabilization. Cr. 3. (Dual-listed with 567) Prereq: CE 360. F. White. Soil and aggregate physical and chemical stabilization procedures. Soil stabilization and analysis and design. Ground modification methods. Geosynthetics application and design. Nonmajor graduate credit. Civil Engineering 484X. Advanced Design of Concretes. Cr. 3. (Dual-listed with 584X) Prereq: CE 382. F. Williams, Wang. Asphalt binder characterization, fundamentals of asphalt rheology, asphalt materials behavior under loading and temperature effects. Portland cement concrete admixtures, cement and admixture compatibility, environmental effects on concrete performance, advanced performance testing. Civil Engineering 515X. Railroad Engineering. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: CE 355. Railroad industry overview, history, components. Basic track elements and design. Right of way, roadway and drainage. Signals and structures. Passenger, transit, and high speed rail. Environmental conditions and permitting. Case studies, project and field trip. Civil Engineering 568X. Dynamics of Soils and Foundations. Cr. 3. Prereq: CE 360 and EM 345. Ashlock. Dynamic soil properties and their measurement. Foundation dynamics and soil-structure interaction. Sources and characteristics of dynamic loads. Vibration of single- and multi-degree-of-freedom systems. Vibration of continuous systems; 1D, 2D and 3D analysis. Liquefaction concepts and analysis methods. Introduction to geotechnical earthquake engineering. Civil Engineering 584X. Advanced Design of Concretes. Cr. 3. (Dual-listed with 484X) Prereq: CE 382. F. Williams, Wang. Asphalt binder characterization, fundamentals of asphalt rheology, asphalt materials behavior under loading and temperature effects. Portland cement concrete admixtures, cement and admixture compatibility, environmental effects on concrete performance, advanced performance testing. Classical Studies 201X. Technical Terminologies in Professions. Cr. 3. F.S. Essential vocabulary and concepts in English that are derived from Latin and Ancient Greek. Formation and usage of technical terminology. Cultural influence of the classical languages. Analysis of technical writings. Community Development 526X. Immigration and Community Inclusion. (3-0) Cr. 3. Mechanisms for community inclusion and exclusion in relation to immigration will be examined. Study of impact of inclusion and exclusion on community capitals over time. Community Development 527X. Public and Non-Profit Budgeting. Cr. 3. SS. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the fundamental theories and practices of budgeting in the public and non-profit sectors. Topics covered include overview of budgeting and budget reform, taxation, expenditures, budget preparation and adoption, budget implementation, and performance budgeting. Community Development 528X. Evaluation of Organizations and Programs. Cr. 3. S. Prereq: C or better in C Dev 504. Introduction to philosophy, techniques, and methodologies of organizational and program evaluation. Topics covered include overview of program evaluation and theory, techniques to evaluate program processes and performance, evaluation designs, assessing program efficiency, models to diagnose organizations, and methods to assess organizational performances. Community Development 530X. Toward Ethnical Engagement. Cr. 3. S. Understanding what ethics are and identify ethical dimensions of a problem. Be able to employ ethical analysis and engagement strategies in public problem-solving. Community Development 590X. Special Topics in Community Development. Cr. 1 to 3. Prereq: Permission of Instructor. Repeatable. Computer Engineering 131X. Introduction to Computer Security Literacy. (Cross-listed with InfAs 131X). (1-0) Cr. 1. F.S.Basic concepts of practical computer and Internet security: passwords, email and attachments, social networking, web browsers, e-commerce, phishing, wireless networks, and cyber ethnics. This class is intended for students with little or no background in information technology. Basic knowledge of word processing required. Satisfactory-fail only. Computer Engineering 261X. Transfer Orientation. (Cross-listed with EE 261X). Cr. R. F.S.Introduction to the College of Engineering and the engineering profession specifically for transfer students. Information concerning university and college policies, procedures, and resources. Satisfactory-fail only. Computer Engineering 388X. Embedded Systems I: Microcontrol and Systems Design. Cr. 4 F.S. Prereq: CPR E 288X. Behavior models with accompanying performance and correctness (model) verification. Translators (assemblers and compiler backends). Buses such as AMBA.Interface devices: ADC, TPU ( a coprocessor example). Interrupt handling system example, and its role in performance and real time issues for an application. Formal methods. Power/resource management.DPA algorithms. feedback directed control.control area networks. Computer Engineering 467X. Multidisciplinary Engineering Design II. Cr. 3. F. (Same as Aer E 467X, Engr 467X, EE 467X, IE 467X, Mat E 467X, ME 467X. Prereq: student must be within two semesters of graduation or receive permission of instructor. Holland, Smith. Build and test of a conceptual design. Detail design, manufacturability, test criteria and procedures. Application of design tools such as CAD and CAM and manufacturing techniques such as rapid prototyping. Development and testing of a full-scale prototype with appropriate documentation in the form of design journals, written reports, oral presentations and computer models and engineering drawings. Computer Engineering 504X. Power Management for SLSI Systems. Cr. 3-4. F. (Same as E E 504X) Prereq: EE 435, or credit or registration in EE 501, or permission of instructor. Theory, design and applications of power management and regulation circuits (Linear and switching regulators, battery chargers, and reference circuits) including: Architectures, Performance metrics and characterization, Noise and stability analysis, Practical implementation and on-chip integration issues, design considerations for portable, wireless, and RF SoCs. On campus students must take the 4 credit version of this course. Computer Engineering 506X. Design of CMOS Phase-Locked Loops. Cr. 4. (Same as EE 506X) Prereq: EE 435, 501 and instructor approval. Neihart. This course will cover the analysis and design of phase-locked loops implemented in modern CMOS processes including: architectures, performance metrics, and characterization; noise and stability analysis; and design issues of phase-frequency detectors, change pumps, loop filters (passive and active), voltage controlled oscillators, and frequency dividers. Computer Engineering 547X. Resource Allocation in Communication Networks. Cr. 3. Analytical approach to resource allocation on communication networks (e.g. the Internet, multihop wireless networks, etc.). Network utility maximization and the Internet congestion control algorithm. Layering as optimization decomposition: A cross-layer design approach in multihop wireless networks. Capacity of ad hoc wireless networks. Computer Engineering 584X. Models and Techniques in Embedded Systems. (3-) Cr. 3. S. Coreq: Cpr E 588. Industry-standard tools and optimization strategies; practical embedded platforms and technology (reconfigurable platforms, multi-core platforms, low-power platforms); instruction augmentation, memory-mapped accelerator design, embedded software optimization. Students will be encouraged to compete as teams in an embedded system design competition. Computer Engineering 586X. Pervasive Computing. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Cpr E 489 or 530. Manimaran, Govindarasu, and Daji Qiao. Fundamentals of pervasive computing, including location and context awareness, mobile and location services, ubiquitous data access, low power computing and energy management, middleware, security and privacy issues. Computer Science 108X. Applied Computer Programming II. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Com S 107 or equivalent. Advanced programming applications in Visual Basic for non-majors. Emphasis on programming projects including sorting, file processing, data processing, web programming, and graphic and animation. Students will learn problem-solving techniques and advanced programming skills to build real-world applications. Computer Science 211X. Conceptual Introduction to Computer Science. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Math 150 or placement into 140/141/142. Introduction to concept of computation, computer architecture, programs and data, and applications. Through hands on problem solving, the course gives a deeper perspective to students who want to major in computer science. Disciplines that require deeper understanding of computation, or gain genuine understanding of computer science. Curriculum and Instruction 203X. Exploring Mathematics and Science Teaching. Cr. 1. S. Exploration and discussion of teaching mathematics and science as a career path including the state of math and science teachers in Iowa and nationally. Study of effective science and mathematics teaching practices using research findings from NSTA and NCTM. Preparation and delivery of simulated mathematics and science lesions to upper elementary school students. Satisfactory – Fail only. Curriculum and Instruction 216X. Learning Community Orientation to Teacher Education. Cr. 1. Prereq: First semester freshmen El Ed major or other majors interested in seeking pre-K to 12 grade school teacher certification. Learning community for transitioning to college and university community life. Overview of pre-K to 12 grade school teacher certification requirements in Iowa and other states. Program and career planning. Field trips(s). Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only. Curriculum and Instruction 545X. Teacher Recruitment, Retention, and Renewal Cr. 3. S. Prereq: This hybrid course explores the changes that beginning science teachers undergo during the stages of recruitment, retention, and renewal, with emphasis on online and offline induction/mentoring programs. Topics include ways teachers change in respect to their practices, identities, roles, beliefs, and knowledge; and how these changes are influences by the administration, cultural norms, and micropolitics of the school. Curriculum and Instruction 555X. Literacy, Leadership, and Advocacy. Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Graduate standing; Consent of Literacy Education Faculty. Examination of the roles of literacy specialists/coaches in diverse PreK-12 schools and communities. Particular focus placed on current theories, research, standards, and policies relative to literacy processes and instruction, including culturally responsive literacy; processes of successful literacy caching; and methods of supporting teachers and other school personnel in planning, implementing, and evaluating literacy instruction for all students. Curriculum and Instruction 577X. Historical Perspectives on Technology Equity: Implications for Policy and Practice. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Graduate Status. Exploration of the historical, political, sociological, and economic factors that engender global inequities. Examination of the definition and origin of the ‘digital divide’ and its relationship to the histories of racism, sexism, classism, and imperialism/globalization. Exploration and analysis of research-based alternative approaches to alleviating technology inequities in educational setting. |
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