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2020-2021 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses

 
  

  • ECON 4690 - Agricultural Finance

    3 unit(s)
    (Offered under the subjects ECON and AGEC) Application of economic principles to the financing of agricultural operations.  Analysis of agricultural financial statements and ratios; institutional sources of farm credit; legal aspects of credit; time value of money and capital budgeting for agricultural investment; risk management strategies; insurance, tax, and estate planning.

    Prerequisites: ECON 2500 and ECON 2510; and a lower-division Accounting course or consent of instructor.  An Agricultural Economics course may be substituted for ECON 2510.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • ECON 4700 - Contemporary Economic Issues

    3 unit(s)
    Analysis of economic issues and problems in contemporary society for future teachers. An application of basic concepts and analysis to current economic problems and identification of trends in our global economy. Designed specifically for future teachers (LIBS Integrative Inquiry).


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • ECON 4750 - The California Economy

    3 unit(s)
    An examination of California’s economy is used to understand key economic principles. Topics such as the state’s key industries, income distribution, public finance system, and connections to the rest of the world will be studied. Designed specifically for future teachers (LIBS Integrative Inquiry).


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • ECON 4910 - Cooperative Education

    2-4 unit(s)
    This course provides an opportunity to acquire relevant, practical experience in supervised employment within the discipline. Students are placed in private or public sector positions under the supervision of the employer and departmental Co-op coordinator. May be repeated for a total of 6 units.

    Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; consent of departmental coordinator and Cooperative Education Office.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • ECON 4940 - Internship in Economics

    1-4 unit(s)
    Designed for Economics students to learn by observing and interacting in a private or public organizations where economic concepts are applied to decision making. The experience will be under the joint supervision of the organization and the department. May be repeated for up to 6 units, but will only count as 1 elective in the major.

    Prerequisites: Completion of ECON 2500 and ECON 2510 and consent of instructor. Some internships may require additional prerequisites related to their mission.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • ECON 4950 - Selected Topics in Economics

    1-5 unit(s)
    Development of a selected topic in economics. (Topics to be specified in Class Schedule) Topics may vary each term. Different topics may be taken for credit.

    Prerequisites: Junior standing or consent of instructor.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • ECON 4960 - Senior Seminar

    3 unit(s)
    Reading and discussion in significant areas of economics; analysis of major contemporary economic problems, national and international.

    Prerequisites: Senior standing in Economics.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • ECON 4980 - Individual Study

    1-4 unit(s)
    For students capable of independent work and in need of advanced and specialized study. May be repeated for a total of 6 units.

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • ECON 5050 - Business and Economic Environments

    3 unit(s)
    Analysis of contemporary macro- and microeconomic problems and issues, related governmental policies, and their impact on the business firm. Including (but not limited to) unemployment, inflation, fiscal and monetary policy; government regulation of business; business concentration and antitrust policy; income distribution; international economic relations.

    Prerequisites: MBA or MA candidacy.

    Hours: (Spring)


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • ECON 5570 - Ecological Economics

    4 unit(s)
    Focuses upon the relationship between economic systems and the biological and physical world. It recognizes that practical solutions to pressing social and environmental problems require interdisciplinary approaches that focus on the links between economic, social, and ecological systems. Current problems of economic growth and the prospects for continued development in a finite world are examined.

    Prerequisites: ECON 2500 and ECON 2510 (or ECON 5050), ECON 4560, and graduate standing, or permission of instructor.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • ECON 5940 - Economics Internship

    1-6 unit(s)
    Supervised field experience in a selected area of economics. Formal written report(s) will be required. May be repeated for a total of 6 units.

    Prerequisites: Graduate standing and consent of internship coordinator prior to registration.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • ECON 5960 - Graduate Project

    3-6 unit(s)
    Under the direction of the project adviser, the student will prepare, complete, and orally defend the findings of a graduate-level project. Project proposals must be approved by the project adviser(s).

    Prerequisites: Graduate standing, consent of student’s graduate adviser, and consent of instructor.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • ECON 5980 - Individual Study

    1-4 unit(s)
    For students capable of independent work and in need of advanced and specialized study. May be repeated for a total of 6 units.

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  
  

  • EDAD 5801 - Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment

    4 unit(s)
    To acquire an understanding of standards-based curricula; curriculum movements and trends; supervision and evaluation of instruction; student assessment; and programs and leadership strategies for the improvement of student achievement.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDAD 5802 - School Personnel and School Finance

    4 unit(s)
    To acquire an understanding and knowledge of human resource management; fundamentals of professional development; and budgeting practices in California.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDAD 5803 - The 21st Century Principal

    4 unit(s)
    To acquire knowledge and understanding of organizational and leadership practices; ethical and moral behavior and decision-making; quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis; communities of learning; collaborative problem solving and conflict resolution; identification of critical areas of need to support a vision of teaching and learning; development of strategies for school improvement; and stakeholder engagement.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  
  

  • EDAD 5805 - Community Participation in Schools

    4 unit(s)
    To acquire knowledge and understanding of the school community, public agency and business partnerships; news media; parent involvement; political dynamics of schools, student diversity; and meeting the needs of at-risk students.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDAD 5806 - Practicum I

    2 unit(s)
    (Formerly Work Experience Project) Candidates participate in a work experience project that involves application of theory to practice and consists of two parts: (1) peer coaching and (2) facilitation of professional learning communities. Activities are supervised by University supervisor and site supervisor/mentor.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDAD 5807 - Practicum II

    2 unit(s)
    (Formerly Field Work Project) Candidates participate in a work experience project that involves application of theory to practice (professional growth, school law and budgeting and community involvement) supervised by University supervisor and site supervisor/mentor.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5520 - Principles of the Diagnostic Process

    3 unit(s)
    Introduction to differential diagnosis and the use of current diagnostic tools, such as:  the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, the impact of co-occurring substance use disorders or medical psychological disorders, established diagnostic criteria for mental or emotional disorders, and the treatment modalities and placement criteria within the continuum of care.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5525 - Applied Psychopharmocology for Counselors

    3 unit(s)
    Course is designed to acquaint counseling students with the fundamentals of psychotropic drugs.  Basics of pharmacology, adverse effects, indications, and drug interactions will be discussed.  Course will provide information about psychopharmacology to the non-medical mental health care provider so that the student can be an informed member of the mental health care team.  Substances of abuse and abuse potential are discussed, both legal and illegal.  Mechanism of action and the relationship to chemical dependency as a primary disease is discussed throughout the course.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5530 - Testing in Education and Counseling

    3 unit(s)
    Measurement and evaluation in education; statistical aspects of testing; selection and interpretation of unbiased tests with emphasis on achievement, aptitude, interest, vocational and educational tests; effects of cultural and ethnic factors on assessment and achievement.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5535 - Advanced Families and Couples Counseling

    3 unit(s)
    Course provides Counselor Education students with advanced practical experiences in working with couples and family counseling.

    Prerequisites: EDCL 5600


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5540 - Counseling Exceptional Children and At-Risk Youth

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDSE 5540) Working with marginally functioning and at-risk youth within the school population. Includes counseling children with physical, intellectual, social, and emotional difficulties. Recognition of adolescent and childhood behavior disorders, intervention techniques, community resources, and educational adjustments.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5545 - Human Development and Sexuality Throughout the Life Cycle

    3 unit(s)
    Human growth and development across the lifespan, including normal and abnormal behavior and an understanding of developmental crises, disability, psychopathology, and situational and environmental factors that affect both normal and abnormal behavior and sexuality.  Includes the study of the physiological, psychological, and social cultural variables associated with sexual behavior and gender identity.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5550 - Ethics and Law in Counseling

    3 unit(s)
    Course provides Counselor Education students with information regarding the Code of Ethics from the American Association, the American School Counseling Association, and National Board of Certified Counselors, as well as the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5555 - Addiction Counseling

    3 unit(s)
    Course designed to help students develop an understanding of addictions including substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and addiction, major approaches to identification, evaluation, treatment, prevention of substance abuse and addiction, legal and medical aspects of substance abuse, populations at risk, the role of support persons, support systems, and community resources.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5560 - Crisis and Trauma Counseling

    3 unit(s)
    Crisis and trauma counseling including:  crisis theory; multidisciplinary responses to crises, emergencies, or disasters; cognitive, affective, behavioral, and neurological effects associated with trauma; brief, intermediate, and long-term approaches; and assessment strategies for clients in crisis and principles of intervention for individuals with mental or emotional disorders during times of crisis, emergency, or disasters.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5570 - Counseling and Guidance in Education

    4 unit(s)
    Course is an overview of the roles, functions, and responsibilities of the school counselor.  Students will learn primary theories of learning and instructional strategies, as well as the use of group guidance practices.  The development of comprehensive guidance programs will also be explored and discussed.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5600 - Family Counseling and Community Resources

    3 unit(s)
    Dynamics of relationships of family, community, and school; community wide services; agency-school relationships; family visiting, including conferences, interviews, and referrals.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5610 - Educational and Occupational Information

    3 unit(s)
    Sources of occupational information; community and nationwide surveys; job analyses, procedures for relating vocational and self-information.  Emphasis on meeting needs for school counselors in the area of career guidance.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5630 - Multicultural Counseling

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly Dealing with Differences in Educational Settings) Recognizing and dealing with racism, sexism, and ageism, also discrimination based on religion, sexual orientation, and learning disabilities.  Procedures for helping counselors, administrators, teachers, and their students relate effectively with individuals who differ in various ways.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5640 - Counseling and Psychotherapeutic Theories and Techniques

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly The Counselor) Focus on the person as counselor, the becoming self of the counselor, personal identity and integrity, and authentic response to role conflict situations. Study and application of counseling theory and techniques within school settings.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5645 - Advanced Theories, Applications, and Administration of Clinical Counseling Services

    3 unit(s)
    Course is an advanced study of the use of counseling techniques from theoretical perspectives using multicultural competencies. Client problems will be studied and discussed. Students will determine the best intervention strategies to be utilized regarding client problems by conducting live demonstrations, exploring the use of a variety of counseling approaches, applying various counseling techniques, and deciding on the most viable approaches.

    Prerequisites: EDCL 5640.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5650 - Group Counseling Techniques

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly School Group Guidance & Counseling Techniques) Using groups for guidance and counseling in the schools; theory and procedures for implementing groups; issues and problems; role and function of school counselors as group leaders. Includes a group laboratory experience.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5760 - Pupil Personnel Services Seminar

    4 unit(s)
    Current practices in pupil personnel services.  Organization and administration of pupil personnel services within the public education system.  Legal and ethical principles applied to educational practices, problems, and confidentialities.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5770 - College Counseling and Student Services

    3 unit(s)
    An overview of the role of student service personnel in colleges and universities. Includes a study of recruitment, matriculation, retention, and counseling practices, as they pertain to college students. Elective for MA only program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5780 - Consultation and Supervision for School Counselors

    3 unit(s)
    Theory, procedures, and practice in consultation and supervision for school counselors. Emphasis on consultation and change theory, and organizational development. The role of the school counselor as a consultant to teachers, parents, and administrators and as a supervisor for paraprofessionals and counselor trainees.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5850 - Counseling Seminar and Field Experiences

    4 unit(s)
    Course provides the student with a broad set of supervised experiences as a practicing professional within a school system or other agency. Students shall not commence field experience before the first day of class and a Memorandum of Understanding is secured. Students who do not successfully complete EDCL 5850 field experience hours and class assignments prior to the first day of class of a subsequent enrollment of EDCL 5850 shall be required to withdraw. Required fieldwork hours vary depending on the program. Students may not submit field experience hours exceeding the maximum amount of hours required by more than 50 hours. Workshops and conferences do not satisfy M.A. in Education concentration (PCC, PPS, and MA-Only) field experience requirements.

    Prerequisites: EDCL 5540, EDCL 5570, EDCL 5640 EDCL 5760, and EDCL 5930.  EDCL 5760 and EDCL 5930 not required for PCC and MA-Only students.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDCL 5930 - School Counseling Practicum

    2 unit(s)
    Preliminary experience in the field for students seeking credential and counseling skill development. Participation in school/community counseling, educational programs, and weekly seminars.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 7007 - Continuing Dissertation

    0 unit(s)
    Non-credit course.  Applicable to those students who have completed all registration for doctoral coursework and who have registered for the maximum number of dissertation units required by their program.  Students must register each semester or term until they have secured faculty approval for their dissertation.

    Prerequisites: Completion of a minimum of 12 units of EDEL 9990.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9001 - Qualitative Research for Scholar-Practitioners

    4 unit(s)
    Applied Qualitative Research Qualitative research; structured class inquiry, data collection, and data analysis; design of original qualitative studies, and writing of research results. Emphasis on the relationship between research and practice. In particular, students will review the foundations of qualitative research and expand their understanding of research design, fieldwork, data analysis, and interpretation. Students will employ this increased knowledge as critical consumers and creators of research.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. Program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9002 - Quantitative Research for Scholar-Practitioners

    4 unit(s)
    Applied Quantitative Research Quantitative research; structured class inquiry, data collection, and data analysis; design of original quantitative studies and writing of research results. Emphasis on the relationship between research and practice. In particular, students will review the foundations of quantitative research and expand their understanding of research design, fieldwork, data analysis, and interpretation. Students will employ this increased knowledge as critical consumers and creators of research.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9003 - Organizational Theory and Behavior

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly Leadership and Organizational Theory and Practice) Leadership and organizational theory and application in educational settings with particular emphasis on Central Valley schools; role of communication within an organization; developing positive and productive educational systems.  Includes fieldwork assignments or projects.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9005 - Policy Creation, Implementation and Evaluation for Equitable Outcomes

    3 unit(s)
    Local, state, federal, legal, political, economic, and social factors that contribute to the processes of educational policy development, implementation, and evaluation; current policy and governance issues.  Includes fieldwork assignments or projects.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9007 - Social Foundations and Structural Inequities in Education

    3 unit(s)
    Trends in educational sociology and the politics of schooling; key issues of educational psychology with respect to the impact of culture, class, race, and gender particularly in the Central Valley region; impact of technology on learning; and methodological concepts.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9009 - Adult Learning Theories for Agency and Empowerment

    3 unit(s)
    Factors encompassed in programs designed for the success of all learners:  curriculum development, politics of change, being a change agent, integrating adult learning and school improvement, changing school culture.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9010 - Inquiry and Research for Scholar-Practitioners

    4 unit(s)
    Models of Inquiry Course addresses the theoretical frameworks that support and inform any systematic process of inquiry.  The focus is not on how research is conducted (an issue of methodology) but rather on how a researcher thinks about the world and about the process of knowing (an issue of theory).

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9011 - Applied Inquiry 1: Directed Reading and Literature Review Development

    3 unit(s)
    Students will develop an understanding of what constitutes a high quality literature search review, learn how to conduct a comprehensive literature search, and develop the skills necessary to critique and evaluate the quality of sources.  This course consists of a combination of class meetings, writing seminars, directed reading assignments, and independent library activities.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9012 - Applied Inquiry 2: Beginning Research Proposal Design

    3 unit(s)
    This seminar is designed to support students as they design research proposals for their dissertation studies.  Students will identify a problem of practice, relate this problem to a synthesis of the scholarship, and identify a conceptual framework for the student.  Students will work in collaborative peers groups during this seminar.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9013 - Applied Inquiry 3: Advanced Research Proposal Design

    3 unit(s)
    This seminar is designed to support students as they refine research proposals for their dissertation studies.  Students will work in collaborative groups with the support of the instructor to provide peer feedback on written work and identify the most appropriate design to answer his or her dissertation research questions.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9015 - Leadership Models and Practice

    3 unit(s)
    Course will examine a wide variety of effective educational leadership models and practices including expanding professional and career awareness for educational leaders and approaches to addressing leadership challenges throughout education in a changing and complex social, political, economic, and regulatory environment. 

    Prerequisites: Admission to the EdD Program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9016 - Seminar: Educational Leadership and Career Planning

    3 unit(s)
    Drawing upon fundamental leadership theories and through the lenses of Social Capital Theory and Communities of Practice, students will engage in dynamic interactions with fellow students and members of the Stan Educational Leadership Community, including graduates of the EdD program. Drawing upon doctoral program learning, interactive experiences within an Educational Leadership Community of Practice, and their professional context, students will establish professional networks to support ongoing development as scholar-practitioners. Students will actively engage in self-reflection to develop and refine a personal leadership framework and a career-focused leadership portfolio.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9040 - School Law

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly School Law and Organizational Politics) Legal, political, and social aspects of P-12 educational organizations in pluralistic settings at the local, state, and national levels; focus on legal frameworks, political jurisdictions, and varying cultural, ethnic, socio-economic factors which influence education.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9043 - Management of Human, Fiscal, and Material Resources for Equity

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly Management of Human, Fiscal, and Material Resources) Management of the interrelated human, fiscal, and material resources within PreK-12 settings; funding, budgeting, contractual obligations, and policies and practices for deploying human, fiscal, and material resources to achieve school/district goals and priorities.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9044 - Instructional Leadership for Equity and Excellence

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly Effective Instructional Strategies) Current research-based PreK-12 pedagogical practices that influence student outcomes; attention to learning in all subject areas; knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate educational programs based on performance data.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9070 - Foundations of Community College

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly Foundations of the Modern Community College) Historical developments and philosophical and theoretical foundations shaping modern community colleges; economic, social, cultural, and political role of community colleges; current practices and future trends.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9071 - Leadership, Policy, and Organizational Governance in the Community College

    3 unit(s)
    Concepts and practices related to decision-making, governance, administrative structure and operations, policy development, and legal issues affecting leadership and operations of community colleges; current legal and political factors.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDEL 9072 - Institutional Planning, Assessment, and Accountability in the Community College

    3 unit(s)
    Theory, practice, and models of strategic planning, institutional assessment, and accountability activities within modern community colleges with particular emphasis on the Central Valley context.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  
  

  • EDEL 9990 - Dissertation

    1-4 unit(s)
    A culminating, rigorous, applied research study of significant educational issue that contributes to the improvement of public PreK-12 or community college practice or policy.  Dissertation research must evidence originality, critical and independent thinking, and achievement of doctoral goals.  Students’ progress toward completion of the dissertation beginning with the proposal and advancing toward completed chapters and a defense of the dissertation.  Must enroll in a minimum of 12 units.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. program; successful completion of Written Qualifying Examination; advancement to candidacy, and consent of instructor.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDGS 5510 - Introduction to Educational Research

    3 unit(s)
    Course provides an introduction to both qualitative and empirical educational research. Students will locate, understand, evaluate, and interpret educational research, and will identify possible thesis or project topics.

    Prerequisites: Classified Status.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDGS 5600 - Introduction to Qualitative Research in Education

    3 unit(s)
    Course outlines the theoretical underpinnings and current trends in qualitative research practices for various fields related to educational inquiry. Students learn to identify the qualitative research practices appropriate for addressing research questions that are based on non-linear, verbal, and graphic datasets, and professionally accepted methods for analyzing, discussing, theorizing, and utilizing such data.

    Prerequisites: EDGS 5510 and Classified Status.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDGS 5610 - Introduction to Quantitative Research in Education

    3 unit(s)
    Course prepares students for conducting quantitative research with educational topics. Students learn about appropriate research design methods, perform statistical analyses, and determine appropriate analyses given the research design.

    Prerequisites: EDGS 5510 and Classified Status.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDGS 5620 - Action Research: Mixed Methods Design for Practitioners

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly Research Trends in the Curriculum) The purpose of this course is to support practitioners as they conduct research in their schools and classrooms.  It is designed to enable participants to carry out an action inquiry, to understand the fundamental principles of action research, and to locate the significance of the approach in everyday practice and educational policy.  The concept of “practitioner as researcher” is emphasized.

    Prerequisites: EDGS 5510; classified status.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  
  
  
  

  • EDGS 7005 - Continuing Thesis or Project

    0 unit(s)
    Non-credit course.  Applicable to those students who have completed all registration for graduate coursework and who have registered for the maximum number of thesis or project required by their M.A. program. Students must register each semester or term until they have secured faculty approval for their theses or projects.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDGS 7006 - Continuing Comprehensive Examination

    0 unit(s)
    Non-credit course:  Applicable to those students who have completed all registration for graduate coursework required by their program.  Students must register for this only once, when they take their comprehensive examination unless they are enrolled in other coursework.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDIT 4170 - Educational Technology Foundations

    2 unit(s)
    Focuses on the development of technology proficiencies. Students develop strategies and skills for teaching with technology in K-12 settings. Note: EDIT 4170 satisfies requirements for the Preliminary Credential. EDIT 4710 satisfies the requirement for the Professional Clear Credential if the Preliminary was a Ryan Act program issue.

    Prerequisites: CS 2000 or equivalent and admission to MSCP, SSCP, or Education Specialist Credential Program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMA 5000 - Multilingual Education in the Content Area

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDML 5000) Focuses on the K-12 methods of crosscultural language and academic development, the role of multilingual education in American public schools, and the implementation of various program models.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMA 5010 - Multilingual Education Evaluation

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDML 5001) Designed to teach the theory and practice of effective first and second language assessment. Special emphasis will be placed on the California state mandated instruments and guidelines for language assessment of limited English proficient students. Instruments which assess adult ESL will also be part of the curriculum.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMA 5020 - Advanced Theories in Teaching the Culturally Diverse Student

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDML 5200) Focuses on advanced theories of learning and teaching styles of the culturally diverse students. Identification of suggested teaching proficiencies for the multicultural classroom. Emphasizes curriculum development for culturally diverse students.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMA 5030 - Theory of Multilingual Education

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDML 5400) Focuses on the K-12 theory of crosscultural language and academic development, the role of multilingual education in American public schools, and the implementation of various program models.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMA 5100 - Reading/Language Arts Instruction: Grades K-12

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDGS 4100) Strategies and practices in reading and language arts with an emphasis on reading in the content area, incorporating information literacy skills, and developing strategies that will allow diverse groups of students to access the curriculum.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMA 5110 - Reading: Literature-Based Instruction for Children

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDRG 4150) Techniques to revitalize the English-language arts curriculum through literature-based instruction; incorporating oral language strategies, multiple genres and perspectives; and the use of online and office reading and literacy experiences.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMA 5120 - Reading Instruction in the Primary Grades

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDRG 4240) Places emphasis on all aspects of reading readiness, including oral language development.  The techniques of beginning reading, explicit skills instruction, and literature support, for the literacy learning of a diverse population will be addressed.  The continuum of state standards that begin with the Preschool Learning Foundations and Frameworks are included.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMA 5130 - Reading Instruction in the Intermediate Grades

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDRG 4250) Places an emphasis on “reading to learn,” particularly reading comprehension and study skills, vocabulary development, individualized instruction, reading in content areas, and literature study.  Incorporation of information literacy skills into classroom activities using print, media, and digital resources to access, evaluate, and integrate information.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMA 5140 - Reading and Language Arts: Assessment and Evaluation

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDRG 5250) Includes the understanding and evaluation of reading and writing difficulties, early intervention programs and procedures, selecting and developing materials, portfolio assessment.

    Prerequisites: EDMS 4110 or 4111 or 4112.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMA 5150 - Reading and Language Arts: Research and Trends

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDRG 5350) Review of research and literature in reading and language arts; in-depth analysis of one or more related topics; evaluation of trends.

    Prerequisites: EDMS 4110 or 4111 or 4112.


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  • EDMA 5160 - Practicum in Reading and Language Arts

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDRG 5910) Study of techniques of reading and writing assessment, evaluation, and intervention strategies for selected children in designated classrooms; individual and small group tutoring; microteaching; weekly seminars.

    Prerequisites: EDMS 4110 or 4111 or 4112, EDMA 5140; teaching experience, and consent of Reading Credential Program Coordinator.


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  • EDMA 5170 - Advanced Practicum in Reading and Language Arts

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDRG 5920) Students will complete an advanced supervised practicum in reading and language arts which will include a diagnostic prescriptive assessment, intervention plan, and supervision component.

    Prerequisites: Courses for the Reading Credential including EDMA 5160 and consent of instructor.


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  • EDMA 5200 - Educational Technology Issues

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDIT 5200) Ethical, social, financial, and legal implications of technology in education will be explored. The emphasis is on how technology impacts schools, students, and teachers. The effect of technology on business and industry is also examined.

    Prerequisites: Preliminary teaching credential or consent of instructor.


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  • EDMA 5210 - Advanced Technology Integration Strategies

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDIT 4710) Course is a study of methods, teaching strategies, and assessment techniques for utilizing technology effectively in teaching and learning.  Course will explore the use of technology in support of all learners in a variety of settings.


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  • EDMA 5220 - Multimedia Development in Education

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDIT 4720) Students will create and integrate multimedia into K-12 curriculum.  Students apply principles of effective design to video- and web-based content, with a focus on resources accessible in K-12 schools.


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  • EDMA 5230 - The Technology Coordinator

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDIT 5300) Skills needed by school/district technology coordinators and mentors are included in this course. Network configuration, hardware and software troubleshooting, staff development practices, and grant writing are featured.

    Prerequisites: Preliminary teaching credential or consent of instructor.


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  • EDMA 5240 - Research in Educational Technology and Data Driven Decision Making

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDIT 5400) Course will examine current research trends in educational technology as well as develop understanding of the use of data to analyze, organize, and make decisions in education.  Investigation will focus on a variety of forms of research and data pertinent to the impact of technology in teaching and learning.

    Prerequisites: CTC Level I Technology Proficiency.


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  • EDMA 5300 - Teachers as Change Agents: Researchers and Writers

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDUC 5400) Topics will include training on planning and implementing in-services and staff development, curriculum design and evaluation, grant writing and writing for publications, technology, and community/parent relationships.

    Prerequisites: Teaching credential; consent of education adviser.


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  • EDMA 5400 - Content Area Education in the Multilingual Middle/Junior High School

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDML 5945) Course will provide a culminating class/field experience for teachers in the Multilingual Middle/Junior High School. The use of theory into practice in content area teaching will be emphasized.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts Program in Curriculum and Instruction or consent of the education adviser.


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  • EDMA 5410 - Reading Instruction in the Middle/Junior High School

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDRG 4255) Course places an emphasis on reading to learn, particularly in the areas of reading comprehension and study skills, vocabulary development, and reading in the content areas at the middle/junior high school level.  Research and evaluation skills using print, media, and digital resources will also be addressed.


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  • EDMA 5420 - Analysis and Strategies of Teaching Middle/Junior High School

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDUC 4845) Analytical methods used to study the middle/junior high school instructional process.  Models and strategies for effective instruction are emphasized.


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  • EDMA 5430 - Research Trends in the Curriculum Middle/Junior High School

    3 unit(s)
    (Formerly EDUC 5345) Course is designed to analyze and evaluate the middle/junior high school curriculum with emphasis on teaching in the content areas. Selected topics for extensive and intensive study.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts Program in Curriculum and Instruction or consent of the education adviser.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMS 4100 - Foundations of Educational - Diverse Societies

    3 unit(s)
    Addresses the major historical, social, and cultural foundations of education with an emphasis on diversity; the major theory of learning; and how culture, socio-economic status, and gender influence achievement.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMS 4110 - Reading Methods English Instru

    5 unit(s)
    Addresses principles and practices for teaching reading/language arts in English in grades K-8 with an emphasis on listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Multiple Subject Credential Program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMS 4111 - Reading/Language Arts Methods: Bilingual Instruction in English and Spanish

    5 unit(s)
    Reading Methods Spanish Bilingual Course addresses the principles and practices for teaching reading/language arts in Spanish bilingual classrooms in grades K-8 with an emphasis in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Course is taught in English and Spanish and utilizes Foreign Language across the Curriculum (FLAC) approaches and methods in order to assure high degrees of academic language development in the target language as well as scaffold the delivery of the academic content of the course. See appendix for Rationale for Foreign Language Across the Curriculum. Open to Teacher Education Graduates Only.

    Prerequisites:
    • Admission to the Multiple Subjects Credential program and/or consent of the instructor.
    • Bilingual and Biliterate in Spanish equivalent to third year Spanish or native like language proficiency and/or consent of the instructor.



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  • EDMS 4112 - Reading Methods Primary Language Support

    5 unit(s)
    Addresses the principles and practices for teaching reading/language arts in multilingual classrooms in grades K-8 with an emphasis in listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and a focus on ways to support instruction using the primary language.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the Multiple Subject Credential program and fluency in a foreign language.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
  

  • EDMS 4121 - Mathematics Methods

    3 unit(s)
    This course is an introduction to the methods and materials used in the teaching of mathematics in grades K-8.  Emphasis is on instructional planning, concept development and the use of manipulatives for instruction as outlined in the California Mathematics Framework.  Students will examine the issues shaping mathematics education today.  Emphasis will be placed on preparing teachers to work in diverse classrooms, and on using principles from the California Mathematics Framework and Common Core Standards to inform classroom practice and engage students in purposeful mathematics learning.

    Prerequisites: Admission into the Multiple Subjects or Education Specialist Credential Program.


    Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes | University Bookstore
 

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