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SWK 472 Field Instruction Seminar
1 credit
Weekly seminar for students involved in field instruction; for duration of field placement. Integration of theoretical knowledge with practical field experiences. Student case materials and experiences discussed. Social work majors only
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SWK 473 Field Instruction Seminar
1 credit
Weekly seminar for students involved in field instruction; for duration of field placement. Integration of theoretical knowledge with practical field experiences. Student case materials and experiences discussed.
Corequisite(s): Field instruction course; social work majors only
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SWK 474 Field Instruction Seminar
1 credit
Weekly seminar for students involved in field instruction; for duration of field placement. Integration of theoretical knowledge with practical field experiences. Student case materials and experiences discussed.
Corequisite(s): Field instruction course; social work majors only
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SWK 475 Field Instruction II
3 credits
Two days a week (400 hours) for two semesters, senior social work students practice in a social service agency; practice supervised by agency representative; education directed by social work facility. Direct service to clients.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of field coordinator; social work majors only
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SWK 476 Field Instruction III
3 credits
Two days a week (400 hours) for two semesters, senior social work students practice in a social service agency; practice supervised by agency representative; education directed by social work facility. Direct service to clients.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of field coordinator; social work majors only
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SWK 477 Field Instruction IV
3 credits
An alternative to SWK 476 in cases where block placements are more valuable. Senior social work students work full-time in an agency for 12 to 14 weeks (400 hours) for one semester. Practice supervised by an agency representative; education directed by social work faculty member. Direct service to clients.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of field coordinator; social work majors only
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SWK 480 Independent Study
3 credits
Special investigation of a selected topic.
(On demand)
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SWK 490 Senior Integrative Seminar
3 credits
This course is designed to serve as an intergrative seminar with a capstone portfolio to the social work practice sequence. Students will demonstrate their understanding of working on micro, mezzo and macro levels of practice integrating theory, empirical research, values and skills as integral to the generalist practice of social work.
Pre-/Corequisite(s): s or SWK 101 , SWK 366 , SWK 367 , SWK 466 , SOC 232 /SWK 232
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Sociology |
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SOC 101 Comparative Sociology
3 credits
Provides a socio-cultural perspective that challenges students to think critically about diverse cultural groups. Sociological concepts such as culture, social structures, exchange systems, and family systems will be examined as they relate to different cultures throughout the world.
Fall/Spring
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SOC 122 Social Problems
3 credits
Presents a critical thinking approach to social problem theories and an examination of factors associated with social problems in contemporary American society.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 .
Spring only
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SOC 221 Cultural Minorities
3 credits
Explores the nature of majority-minority relations as it relates to people of color in American society. Majority-minority relationships will be examined from the sociological perspective, which identifies majority status as one of dominance and minority status as one of subordination. In doing so, students will identify and analyze those historical, psycho-social, and socio-structural factors, which have contributed to the making of minority groups and to the perpetuation of prejudice and racism. Majority-minority relationships in the United States will be illustrated by studying the social experience of four selected groups: Black Americans, Native Americans, Mexican Americans, and Puerto Rican Americans.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 .
Fall/Spring
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SOC 232 Research Methods
3 credits
Also offered as SWK 232 . Quantitative and qualitative research methodology, and appreciation of the scientific method as applied to the behavioral sciences and social work. The language of science, concepts, propositions, models, hypotheses and empirical laws. Analysis of concepts of the experimental, correlational and case study methods. Critical reading of research; introduction to research activities; and evaluation of interventive efforts.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 115 or permission of instructor.
Spring on-line only.
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SOC 321 The Family
3 credits
A study of the family as a social institution and social group. A multi-disciplinary approach drawing from sociology, anthropology, psychology and economics. Family diversity, patterns of organization, disorganization, and reorganization in contemporary America.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or permission of instructor.
Fall (On-line only in Spring)
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SOC 392 Seminar
3 credits each
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SOC 393 Analysis of special areas of sociology or anthropology
1-3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
(On demand)
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SOC 413 Sociology Cooperative Education
3-6 credits
Academic study combined with work experience in the community.
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SOC 480 Independent Study
1-3 credits
Special investigation of a selected topic.
(On demand )
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Spanish |
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SPN 101 Introductory Spanish I
3 credits
This course is a study of pronunciation, fundamentals of grammar, exercises in speaking, understanding, and writing the foreign language. Readings will introduce the student to the foreign culture.
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SPN 102 Introductory Spanish II
3 credits
Students will learn essentials of grammar, exercises in speaking, and writing the foreign language. Readings will expand the student’s knowledge of the foreign culture.
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Speech-language Pathology |
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SLP 210 Introduction to Communication Disorders
3 credits
This course is designed to give the student an overview of the speech-language pathology profession by describing the types of disorders that are likely to be encountered in a typical caseload. Additionally, the student is given basic information about the profession: typical work settings, certification and licensure requirements, and the profession’s Code of Ethics.
Fall only
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SLP 215 Development Across the Lifespan
3 credits
To understand what constitutes a delay or disorder of speech and/or language comprehension or production, the speech-language pathologist must understand the nature and sequence of normal speech and language development. This course is designed to address how humans typically develop speech and language abilities, both in terms of comprehension and production.
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SLP 220 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing
3 credits
This course covers anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing mechanism, including nomenclature, respiration, phonation, articulation/resonance, the nervous system, and the auditory system. A laboratory is included to assist the student in learning the anatomy, utilizing models, charts, videotapes, and cadavers.
Fall only
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SLP 230 Phonetics
3 credits
Principles of phonetics and their application to speech is covered in this course. Classification of speech sounds according to various systems including, but not limited to, manner and place, distinctive features, and phonological processes. Exercises in phonetic transcription utilizing the International Phonetic Alphabet will be provided.
Prerequisite(s): SLP 210 , SLP 230.
Fall only
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SLP 250 Speech and Hearing Science
3 credits
The study of speech and hearing physiology, acoustic phonetics, and speech perception is covered in this course.
Spring only
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SLP 260 Articulation, Phonology, and Language Disorders
3 credits
This course includes an exploration of the processes related to developmental articulation, phonology, and language disorders from birth through adolescence. Instruction in the principles underlying modification of these disorders is provided.
Prerequisite(s): SLP 210 , SLP 230 .
Spring only
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SLP 301 Literacy and SLP in the Schools
3 credits
This course includes the establishment and maintenance of speech and hearing programs within various administrative organizations, particularly in public schools. Emphasis is placed on the individual educational plan (IEP) process including referral, assessment, evaluation, identification, and development of a meaningful IEP. Techniques of scheduling, record keeping, material and equipment selection, counseling, and behavior management are discussed. In addition, the development of coordinated professional and interdisciplinary procedures and issues of ethical practice and cultural diversity are addressed. This course also addresses the relationship between language and literacy, and the role of the school SLP in prevention, assessment, and treatment of literacy issues through consultative, collaborative and pull-out methods.
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SLP 305 Observation and Clinical Procedures I
2 credits
This course includes clinical procedures for working in various practicum settings, using diagnostic and therapeutic techniques, writing behavioral objectives, procedures for report writing, and practical experience with clinician-made and commercial materials. This course also provides direct clinical observation of the evaluation and rehabilitation of individuals with speech, language, and hearing problems. A minimum of 20 clock hours of observation will be required.
Spring only
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SLP 310 Methods and Critical Consumerism in Research
3 credits
A study of research design and statistical analysis as it pertains to communication disorders is covered in this course. Topics will include levels of measurement, single and group research designs, nonparametric and parametric statistics, and the organization and implementation of research from formulation of research questions through dissemination of results. The seminar will involve the critical review of representative samples of research in the speech-language pathology literature.
Spring only
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SLP 325 Stuttering, Voice, and Cleft Palate
3 credits
An introduction to the developmental, psychogenic, and organic bases for stuttering, voice disorders, and cleft palate is covered in this course. Instruction in principles underlying treatment of these disorders with emphasis on anatomical deviations and laryngeal dysfunction is provided.
Prerequisite(s): SLP 210 , SLP 220 .
Fall only
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SLP 330 Introduction to Audiology
3 credits
This course provides an introduction to theories of hearing. Students will be exposed to basic audiometric principles used in hearing measurement. Auditory tests include pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry, and electrophysiological measures used to assess hearing sensitivity in clients across the lifespan.
Spring only
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SLP 350 Adult Communication Disorders
3 credits
An overview of basic anatomy of those portions of the central nervous system that control swallowing and human communication will be provided. The course will prepare students for an advanced study of speech and language development and neurogenic communication disorders of children and adults.
Prerequisite(s): SLP 210 , SLP 220 .
Spring only
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SLP 415 Observation and Clinical Procedures II
2 credits
This course prepares students for the first clinical experience. Student will plan, implement, and evaluate at least one (1) therapy session with a client based on the information learned in class. A minimum of 5 clock hours of observation will be required.
Prerequisite(s): SLP 305 .
Fall only
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SLP 435 Communication Disorders in Autism
3 credit
This course provides students with a working knowledge regarding speech-language disorders in autism. Foundation knowledge will be presented in understanding current research regarding speech-language issues in autism, including diagnostic language markers and speech, language, fluency and voice characteristics in autism. Students will complete coursework focusing on adaptation of diagnostic and treatment planning to the autistic population and identification and use of evidence-based treatment protocols related to the specific diagnosis of autism.
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SLP 445 Medical Speech-Language Pathology
3 credit
Anatomy, early development, and function of the central and peripheral nervous system will be covered in this course. There will be a focus on neurological structures important to communication which will form the basis of communication disorders encountered in a medical environment. Also covered will be information concerning the role of the speech-language pathologist in management of tracheostomy, ventilator dependent patients, and options to improve voice following laryngectomy.
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SLP 450 Optional Clinic
3 credits
This is an undergraduate in-house practicum assignment for exceptional students in the second semester of the junior year. This course includes writing lesson plans, reports, and case histories of a detailed nature for individuals or groups of persons who exhibit speech, language, or hearing problems. An experience in working with individuals or groups of persons who exhibit speech or hearing problems is included.
Prerequisite(s): SLP 305 , SLP 415 .
Spring only
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SLP 500 Articulation and Phonological Disorders
3 credits
An examination of normal and deviant articulatory acquisition and behavior will be covered. Presentation of major theoretical orientations and the therapeutic principles will be discussed.
Fall only
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SLP 505 Clinic I (sec I-IV)
3 credits
This is an in-house or off-campus practicum assignment for students in the senior year of study. The student will receive hands-on clinical experience in the assessment and remediation of communication disorders in persons with a variety of speech, language, and hearing impairments. This practicum is intended to supplement what students are learning in the academic coursework and will be accomplished under the supervision of a faculty member, clinical staff, or a licensed speech-language pathologist who holds the certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
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SLP 510 Fluency Disorders
3 credits
Theories, assessment and treatment techniques for persons with fluency disorders across the lifespan will be covered.
Spring only
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SLP 512 Methods and Critical Consumerism in Research
3 credits
A study of research design and statistical analysis as it pertains to communication disorders is covered in this course. Topics will include levels of measurement, single and group research designs, nonparametric and parametric statistics, and the organization and implementation of research from formulation of research questions through dissemination of results. The seminar will involve the critical review of representative samples of research in the speech-language pathology literature.
Spring only
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SLP 515 Hearing Seminar
1 credit
Students will receive hands-on experiences in audiometric testing and audiological intervention within the scope of practice for speech-language pathology students.
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SLP 525 Child Language Disorders
3 credits
This course provides an overview and evaluation of the language skills of preschool and school aged children including metalinguistic and discourse development. Contemporary theory and practice in language assessment and intervention for children from birth through high school will be reviewed.
Spring only
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SLP 530 Vocal and Velopharyngeal Disorders
3 credits
The study of etiology, symptoms, and treatment strategies for a variety of vocal and velopharyngeal disorders will be covered.
Fall only
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SLP 540 Augmentative and Alternative Communication
3 credits
Assessment and intervention strategies and technology for individuals with severe communication impairments will be covered.
Summer only
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SLP 545 Aphasia and Cognitive Communication Disorders
3 credits
Neurological and psychological aspects of aphasia and other cognitive communication disorders will be covered. Assessment and intervention approaches will be discussed and evaluated.
Fall only
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SLP 555 Diagnostic Clinic in Communication Disorders
1 credit
Supervised practicum experience in performing in-depth diagnostic evaluations with individuals exhibiting any type of speech, hearing, or language dysfunction will be included. Students will gain experience in obtaining case history information, administering diagnostic tests, conferring with parents or their responsible party, and writing reports.
Corequisite(s): SLP 560
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SLP 560 Differential Diagnosis in Communication Disorders
3 credits
This course covers an introduction to formal and informal procedures for evaluating and diagnosing speech and language disorders, selection of tests and techniques, validity and reliability of procedures, interview techniques appropriate to a case history, preparation of evaluation and case history reports, as well as preparation of management programs.
Corequisite(s): SLP 555
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SLP 565 Speech-language Pathology Seminar I
1 credit
This course will cover the American Speech-language Pathology Code of Ethics, Licensure Handbook of Pennsylvania, clinical policies and procedures, clinical documentation, and clinical issues regarding client care.
Fall only
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SLP 566 Speech-language Pathology Seminar II
1 credit
This course will cover resume building, school and hospital issues in speech-language pathology, development of therapeutic intervention strategies and materials, and clinical issues regarding client care.
Spring only
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SLP 575 Motor Speech Disorders
3 credits
A study of the medical, physical, occupational, speech, language and hearing problems of the neuro-motorically impaired client will be covered. Assessment and therapy techniques are reviewed and evaluated.
Fall only
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SLP 585 Speech-language Pathology Seminar III
3 credits
This course may change from year to year. At present, interviewing and counseling skills related to speech and language disorders across the lifespan is taught in this course.
Spring only
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SLP 590 Dysphagia
3 credits
Information and training in the evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders throughout the lifespan is covered in this course.
Summer only
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SLP 601 Summer Clinic I (sections I-IV)
3 credits
This is an in-house or off-campus practicum assignment for students in the senior year of study. The course is offered in the summer semester. The student will receive hands-on clinical experience in the assessment and remediation of communication disorders in persons with a variety of speech, language, and hearing impairments. This practicum is intended to supplement what students learn in academic coursework and will be accomplished under the supervision of a faculty member, clinical staff, or a licensed speech-language pathologist who holds the certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Summer only
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SLP 602 Summer Clinic II (sections I-IV)
3 credits
This is an in-house or off-campus practicum assignment for students in the senior year of study. The course is offered in the summer semester and is typically taken after the student has completed SLP 505 , SLP 605 , or SLP 601 . The student will receive hands-on clinical experience in the assessment and remediation of communication disorders in persons with a variety of speech, language, and hearing impairments. This practicum is intended to supplement what students learn in academic coursework and will be accomplished under the supervision of a faculty member, clinical staff, or a licensed speech-language pathologist who holds the certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Summer only
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SLP 605 Clinic II (sec I-IV)
3 credits
This is an in-house or off-campus practicum assignment for students in the senior year of study. The course is usually taken after a student has completed SLP 505 . The student will receive hands-on clinical experience in the assessment and remediation of communication disorders in persons with a variety of speech, language, and hearing impairments. This practicum is intended to supplement what students learn in academic coursework and will be accomplished under the supervision of a faculty member, clinical staff, or a licensed speech-language pathologist who holds the certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
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SLP 610 Fieldwork I
9 credits
Students receive supervised clinical experience with persons presenting various speech and/or language disorders, fluency disorders, voice disorders, and dysphagia. This off-campus practicum experience is to be taken in the student’s fifth year of study.
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SLP 620 Fieldwork II
9 credits
Students receive supervised clinical experience with persons presenting various speech and/or language disorders, fluency disorders, voice disorders, and dysphagia. This off-campus practicum experience is to be taken in the student’s fifth year of study. This practicum experience is to be taken in the student’s fifth year of study. This course is typically taken after the student has completed SLP 610 .
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SLP 630 Fieldwork III
6 credits
Students receive supervised clinical experience with persons presenting various speech and/or language disorders, fluency disorders, voice disorders, and dysphagia. This practicum is to be taken during the summer term following the student’s fifth year of study and/or if all practicum requirements have not been met.
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SLP 650 Professional Issues
3 credits
A seminar devoted to issues pertinent to the field of speech-language pathology, including but not limited to pre-professional academic and practicum requirements, accreditation standards, ASHA practice policies and guidelines, legislative and regulatory policies, business practices, reimbursement issues, certification requirements, specialty recognition, licensure requirements, and professional ethics.
Fall only
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SLP 660 Comprehensive Seminar In Communicative Disorders
3 credits
This a 3 credit hour graduate level course that provides extensive study that covers all aspects of the Speech-Language Pathology Program from undergraduate coursework through graduate coursework. The course is designed to cover all nine ASHA areas of specialty, including articulation/phonological disorders, child language disorders, adult language/neurological disorders, voice disorders, fluency disorders, augmentative and alternative communication, dysphagia, research methods, and cultural aspects of communication disorders. The course also covers all 7 areas of the PRAXIS SLP, including, basic human communication, phonological and language disorders, speech disorders, neurogenic disorders, audiology/hearing, clinical management, professional issues, psychometrics, and research.
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SLP 680 Thesis Option
3 credits
Independent design and implementation of a research study under the supervision of a faculty member.
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Special Education |
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SPE 111 Special Education and Exceptional Learners
3 credits
This course prepares education majors to understand the nature and purpose of special education; its historical, legal, and structural bases; and how it attempts to understand and meet the needs of students with various disabilities.
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SPE 211 Educational Assessment
3 credits
This course familiarizes future teachers with the uses of assessment in educational settings. Basic concepts of measurement; the types and uses of assessments, both formal and informal, in the education process will be described; and legal and ethical considerations in assessment will be explored. This course will prepare students to further develop and refine their skills in assessment in subsequent coursework and practicum.
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SPE 311 Transition
3 credits
This course prepares special education majors to develop and implement transition plans needed by students with disabilities as they prepare to experience post-secondary opportunities, including post-secondary training and education, and community living skills.
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SPE 361 Intensive Reading, Writing, and Math Instruction
3 credits
This course prepares special education majors to use specially designed instruction and assistive technology to help students with learning problems (i.e., primarily students with Learning Disabilities enrolled in Learning Support Programs), most of whom are included in regular education, to develop oral language, reading, writing, and math skills.
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SPE 362 Methods High Incidence
3 credits
This course prepares education majors to teach students with learning problems (i.e., primarily students with Learning Disabilities), including those that are inclusion-based.
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SPE 363 Methods Low Incidence
3 credits
This upper level course focuses on the characteristics of students with low incidence disabilities across the life span and prepares students to educate and support these students in a variety of settings.
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SPE 364 Methods PDD
3 credits
This course will familiarize students with the characteristics of students with autism spectrum disorders and help students develop skills necessary to implement educational and behavioral intervention with these students. Research findings and strategies to support students in a variety of settings, including inclusive classrooms, will be discussed.
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SPE 365 Methods and Management/Emotional Support
3 credits
This course prepares special education majors to teach in middle and secondary-level therapeutic emotional support programs, including those that implement inclusion.
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SPE 411 Inclusive Practices
3 credits
This course prepares special education majors to support students with disabilities included in regular education programs and collaborate with their teachers to facilitate students’ success.
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Sport Management |
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SMG 101 Introduction to Sport Management
3 credits
The course examines the discipline of sport management. Areas to be covered include: careers in the industry, growth trends in the industry, and an overview of the management of a variety of sport organizations including professional and intercollegiate athletics.
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SMG 110 Sport in Society
3 credits
This course provides students with an understanding of the relationship between sport and the society we live in. Theoretical framework, assumptions, and principles associated with this phenomenon will be examined. Students will be encouraged to think critically about sport and the place it holds in social life. Using this body of knowledge, the student will complete a research paper on a topic such as deviance in sport, youth sports, sport and race, etc.
Prerequisite(s): SMG 101
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SMG 201 Sport and Athletic Administration
3 credits
Sport and Athletic Administration will provide the student an understanding of the various components and activities involved in an athletic or sport program administration. The inter-relationship within the institution, tasks to be performed, policies, and procedures will be examined. Attention will also be given to the role of the organization’s sport or athletic leader.
Prerequisite(s): SMG 101
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SMG 210 Sport Event and Facility Management
3 credits
This course investigates the fundamental principles in sport event and facility management. Various managerial practices will be analyzed. Topics to be discussed include, but are not limited to, risk management, event planning, housekeeping and maintenance, and current trends in the industry.
Prerequisite(s): SMG 101
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SMG 220 Practicum in Sport Management
1-3 credits
This course provides students with the opportunity to apply learned sport management skills, theories, and ideas in a work experience. This course will allow a student to bridge the gap between classroom learning and practical application in a sport setting. This course is optional. The practicum will be a minimum of four weeks working forty-five hours per credit earned.
Prerequisite(s): SMG 101 , SMG 110 , and completion of at least 30 credits
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SMG 301 Sport Marketing
3 credits
This course focuses on the application of marketing principles and practices relevant to the sport industry. Theoretical and practical applications of marketing professional and amateur sports are examined.
Prerequisite(s): SMG 101 and BUS 269
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SMG 310 Sport Law
3 credits
Sport Law examines the legal environment in which professional and amateur sports presently operate. Included will be aspects of tort, contract, labor, and antitrust law as they apply to the sport industry.
Prerequisite(s): SMG 101 , SMG 110 , and BUS 352
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SMG 401 Sport Economics
3 credits
This comprehensive course focuses on methods and procedures as they apply to the economics of sport. Areas such as cost analysis, purchasing, budgeting, and what a franchise means to a municipality will be examined.
Prerequisite(s): SMG 101 , SMG 110 , and BUS 207
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SMG 410 Sport Management Internship
1-12 credits
This course provides students with the opportunity to apply learned sport management skills, theories, and ideas in a work experience. The internship is designed to be an in-depth experience and students are encouraged to consider internship sites that reflect their own career aspirations in the sport industry. The internship requires 45 work hours per each 1 academic credit hour.
Prerequisite(s): SMG 101 , SMG 110 , SMG 301 , SMG 310 , completion of at least 90 credits and permission of the instructor
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TED 100 Education Seminar
0 credit
The purpose of this seminar is to prepare students to successfully complete the TED program. The course explores the people, procedures, and policies of the TED program, the state requirements of TED students, the curriculum and course sequences of the TED program, and the TED field experience program.
Corequisite(s): TED 190
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TED 121 Educational Technology
3 credits
This course introduces students to educational technology. The course seeks to expose students to a variety of different technologies, including assistive technology, used in education. Students will develop competence in using technology, and explore different ways in which technology can be used effectively in teaching/learning situations.
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TED 131 Cultural Awareness
1 credit
This course focuses on preparing future teachers to understand the challenges presented by English Language Learners (ELLs) enrolled in their classrooms. This course has a service learning component.
Corequisite(s): TED 191
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TED 190 Education Seminar Field
0 credit
After completing TED 100 Education Seminar, students participate in this on-campus seminar (last two-thirds of the semester). It introduces students (all majors) to the purposes and expectations of the TED’s field experience requirements. Faculty and guest presenters, including district administrators and classroom teachers, help students prepare to effectively participate in required field experiences. Students must “shadow” a teacher for an entire day. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.
Corequisite(s): TED 100
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TED 191 Freshman Field
0 credit
This Stage One field experience is designed to help pre-service teachers interact with diverse learners. Students must complete a minimum of twenty (20) hours tutoring at an after school program working with diverse learners and must complete a series of projects. This field is taken concurrently with TED 131 Cultural Awareness and will be integrated in the course. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.
Corequisite(s): TED 131
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TED 232 Educational Psychology
3 credits
Also offered as PSY 342 : Educational Psychology. This course introduces students to current learning that explains how learning occurs, both typically and atypically, from birth through adolescence. This course prepares students to use learning theories to explain and critique teaching and formal testing methods used with students at various stages of development. Students may not receive credit for both TED 231 and TED 232, nor for both PSY 342 and TED 232. (Previously offered as TED 231: Learning)
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TED 242 Child Development
3 credits
This course introduces students to the sequence of child development and to key factors that interact to govern how children grow and develop across domains. The processes and stages of growth and development through childhood are explored, with an emphasis on using the core concepts and research findings to create supportive, developmentally appropriate environments (including educational environments) that enhance growth and well-being.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 123
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TED 243 Adolescent Development
3 credits
This course prepares middle-level and secondary education majors to understand the physical growth and development of adolescents and explain how factors associated with adolescence affect educational programs and decisions. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 123
Corequisite(s): TED 292
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TED 271 Classroom Management
2 credits
This course introduces all education majors to evidence-based practices relative to managing classrooms and student behaviors. Education majors explore the challenges they will face as teachers as they create safe classrooms conducive to learning, help students regulate their own behavior, and establish fair and consistent classroom practices. This course also addresses the needs of students with disabilities as research-based routines and techniques are examined to help teachers manage student behaviors across various levels and settings. This course is followed by a 1-credit course which focuses on early childhood, middle level or secondary grade bands. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.
Prerequisite(s): ECE 242 or TED 243 , TED 232
Corequisite(s): TED 293
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TED 292 Sophomore Field I
0 credit
This Stage Two field experience is designed to help pre-service teachers observe, interact and collaborate with early education practitioners. In addition pre-service teachers will create hands-on activities as well as lesson plans and materials needed using developmentally appropriate practices. Students must complete a minimum of twenty-five (25) hours observing veteran classroom teachers and must complete a series of projects. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.
Prerequisite(s): TED 242 , TED 232
Corequisite(s): TED 250 for ECE/SPE majors; TED 243 for Middle Level or Secondary Ed majors
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TED 293 Sophomore Field II
0 credit
This Stage Two field experience is designed to help pre-service teachers understand the daily responsibilities of classroom teachers relative to managing classrooms, motivating students, and creating environments conducive to learning. Students must complete a minimum of twenty-five (25) hours observing veteran classroom teachers and must complete a series of projects. This field is taken concurrently with TED 271 Classroom Management and will be integrated in the course. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.
Prerequisite(s): TED 242 or TED 243 , TED 232
Corequisite(s): TED 271
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TED 310 Teaching Pennsylvania History
1 credit
Also offered as HIS 310. This junior level course examines Pennsylvania history from its beginnings to the present. The political, social, and cultural contributions of individuals and groups, as well as documents and artifacts, are examined. Students who have previously taken the course as HIS 310 may not take TED 310, except for the purposes of grade replacement.
Prerequisite(s): HIS 103 , HIS 104 , TED 243 and TED 351
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TED 351 Introduction to Instructional Planning for Middle/SecEd
1 credit
This junior level course prepares students to begin the lesson and unit planning processes. During this course students write instructional objectives, plan lessons, and learn about the unit planning process.
Prerequisite(s): TED 232
Corequisite(s): TED 396
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TED 357 Curriculum and Methods: Middle Level
3 credits
This junior-level course prepares middle-level majors (Grades 4-8) to understand the unique nature and purpose of middle schools and their curricula, and identify and use developmentally responsive planning, teaching, and assessment techniques to meet the needs of young adolescents, including integrated students with disabilities, those who are ELLs, and students who are gifted. The course addresses a series of generic topics for all students enrolled and, relative to students’ specializations, topics specifically related to (A) English/Language Arts, (B) Mathematics, (C) Science, and (D) Social Studies. Students must address two of the four specializations.
Prerequisite(s): TED 351
Corequisite(s): TED 397
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TED 368 Reading Methods: Middle Level
3 credits
This course prepares middle level education majors (Grades 4-8) to use research-based standards oriented techniques to teach students, including those with disabilities who are included in their classrooms, to improve their reading skills. Its foci include developmental reading, content area reading, remedial reading, and introduces students to specially designed instruction that might be used by special education teachers.
Prerequisite(s): TED 351 , SPE 111
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TED 369 Curriculum and Methods in Secondary Education
3 credits
This course prepares secondary education students to identify, develop, and use a variety of planning, teaching, and assessment methods appropriate for secondary education, including those which include students with disabilities and other atypical learners. During the course, students are required to develop a course, a unit, and component lessons to teach content and learning processes, and deliver demonstration lessons to their classmates. Students define standards-based curriculum, state how it is established and governed, and identify the specific content area curricula they must address as teachers.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of freshman and sophomore TED course sequences.
Corequisite(s): Students enrolled in this course must co-register for the designated field component, TED 397 .
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TED 377 Classroom Management in Secondary Education
1 credit
This course identifies the classroom management challenges unique to today’s diverse secondary classrooms. It identifies a series of routines and techniques appropriate for use in secondary classrooms.
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TED 378 Classroom Management in Middle Level Education
1 credit
This course identifies the classroom management challenges unique to middle level classrooms. It identifies a series of routines and techniques which might be used by teachers in middle level classrooms.
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TED 388 Language Arts Methods
3 credits
This course prepares students to provide instruction to middle level students in the language arts. The primary focus is to familiarize students with state and professional standards, research-based practices, curriculum, methods, materials, and assessment measures used to implement effective teaching and learning. During this course students prepare to use a series of specialized methods and materials designed to teach students with atypical learning styles, including those with disabilities, and students who are not proficient in the English language.
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TED 396 Practicum I
0 credit
This Stage Three field experience is designed to help pre-service teachers with the implementation of lessons, assessments, and materials. Students must complete a minimum of fifty (50) hours of observation and small or whole group instruction in the classroom setting and must complete a series of projects. This field is taken concurrently with an upper level education course (dependent on major) and will be integrated in the course. This is a supervised practicum. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.
Corequisite(s): ECE 382 for ECE/SPE majors; TED 351 for Middle Level and Secondary Ed majors
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TED 397 Practicum II
0 credit
This Stage Three field experience is designed to help pre-service candidates understand how they should plan, teach, and assess students. Students must complete a minimum of fifty (50) hours observing veteran classroom teachers and must complete a series of projects. This field is taken concurrently with SPE 362 for ECE/SPE majors, with TED 357 for Middle Level majors and TED 369 for Secondary Education majors and will be integrated into each course. This is a supervised practicum. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.
Prerequisite(s): TED 232 , TED 271 , SPE 111 , SPE 211
Corequisite(s): SPE 362 Methods for High Incidence Disabilities for ECE/SPE majors, TED 357 for Middle Level majors and TED 369 for Secondary Education majors.
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TED 401 Senior Seminar
0 credit
This semester-long seminar prepares students (all majors) to participate in the national teachers examination and other high stakes assessments used in teacher certification. It also helps students identify and negotiate the processes and procedures they must complete to become certified in Pennsylvania and in other states. The seminar prepares students to identify open teaching positions, prepare applications and presentation portfolios, interview for teaching positions, and plan and present demonstration lessons.
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