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PY 309 - Abnormal Psychology (3)
A review of the psychogenic and biological dynamics and treatments of abnormal behaviors. Emphasis on current DSM classifications. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
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PY 310 - Psychology of Women (3)
A study of the distinctive characteristics of women’s psychological development and experience with an overview of women’s roles across various cultures. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
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PY 316 - Crisis Intervention (3)
An in-depth study of the nature of crisis and a theory of intervention covering both maturational and situational crisis for individuals and the family.
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PY 317 - Theories of Personality (3)
An in-depth study of the major theories of personality including psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and trait theories. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
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PY 350 - Psychology of Gender (3)
A study of the distinctive characteristics of male and female psychological development and experience with an overview of gender roles across cultures. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
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PY 380 - Child Maltreatment and Advocacy (3)
This course covers the history, comparative perspectives, the legal framework, responses to child maltreatment, the skills necessary to do the work, other pertinent issues pertaining to child maltreatment and child advocacy, and the future. The field of child maltreatment is fraught with controversy. Much of the class focuses on these controversies. The approach of the course will be from a variety of diverse, professional perspectives. The course is designed for students majoring in conflict resolution and legal studies, psychology, nursing, occupational therapy, or other areas where knowledge of child maltreatment and advocating for children might be necessary. Much of the work will be hands-on.
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PY 405 - History and Systems of Psychology (3)
A survey of the history of psychology covering antecedents of current psychological concepts through related disciplines, emergence of psychology as a science, and contributions of various ideological movements to psychology. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
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PY 408 - Counseling and Therapy (3)
A presentation of the roles, attitudes and necessary skills for beginning helping professionals. A review and exploration of the theories of counseling and psychotherapy followed by practical applications. Prerequisite(s): PY 317
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PY 411 - Social Psychology (3)
The attitudes and behavior of social groups from the psychological viewpoint with emphasis on the individual as an interacting member of social groups. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
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PY 412 - Psychology Seminar (3)
Seminar-oriented study in a topic of psychological interest; limited to psychology majors at the junior or senior level.
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PY 415 - Physiological Psychology (3)
This course integrates principles of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neuropathology as a basis for understanding neurological function, disease, and mental illness. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
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PY 420 - Psychology of Cultural Differences (3)
An in depth exploration of issues related to cultural diversity including ethnocentricity, cross cultural communication, the origins of prejudice, the psychology of oppression, and the psychological significance of cultural identity. Prerequisite(s): PY 101 or SY 101
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PY 430 - Psychology of Aging (3)
The purpose of this course is to provide an orientation to the aging process in adulthood and later life. Students will develop a working understanding of adult development and aging in theory, research, and practice. Course will be experiential with opportunity provided to demonstrate how these concepts can be applied to understanding and helping older adults along various disciplines. Cultural diversity issues will be presented and discussed.
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PY 481 - Applied Research (3)
Designed to help students apply research skills through participation in ongoing research in the field of psychology. Opportunities will include some or all of the following research skills: literature searches; planning of outcome research protocols; participation in actual programs in the community for which outcome research is being done; collective data; data entry; data analysis; and involvement in writing/designing poster presentations and articles for publication. Prerequisite(s): PY 101, PY 202
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PY 482 - Applied Psychology Teaching Experience (3)
Based on the adage “To Teach is To Learn Twice”, this courses is designed to prepare psychology students who are graduate school bound to develop basic teaching assistantship skills through participation in class management, class structure, teaching methodology and instruction. During the teaching experience, students will be able to apply psychological principles to the teaching-learning process while both revisiting and reviewing a certain topic within psychology and developing a basis for future teaching experiences and assistantships. Prerequisite(s): PY 101, PY 202
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PY 483 - Advanced Special Topics (3)
Designed to give advanced junior and senior psychology students an opportunity to pursue a special topic of interest in more depth within the field of Psychology. This course would be an excellent companion to accompany and undergraduate research thesis in psychology.
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PY 499 - Psychology Capstone (3)
This course for graduating psychology seniors is required for graduation. It involves applied supervised experience at an approved school or community setting along with a review, integration, and application of material learned throughout the student’s time as a Psychology major. A placement at an approved site is required for participation in this course. Placements should be in place on the first day of class. Students should work with the course instructor the semester before the course to secure a placement in a timely manner. Prerequisite(s): PY 202, PY 301 Corequisite(s): PY 499L Note(s) Should be senior standing with a minimum major GPA of 2.5
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PY 499L - Psychology Capstone Lab (1)
This course must be taken at the same time as PY 499, and it is for graduating seniors. This course involves 100 hours of applied supervised experience at an approved school or community setting. A placement at an approved site is required for participation in this course, and placement sites should be in place by the first day of class. Students should work with the course instructor the semester before the course to secure a placement In a time manner. Corequisite(s): PY 499 Note(s) Should be senior standing with a minimum major GPA of 2.5
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PY 601 - Research Methodology and Evaluation (3)
Overview of research methods and designs used in social sciences and organizational research including common experimental, quasi-experimental, and correlational designs. Upon completion of this course, the student will be a more enlightened consumer of research and should be able to prepare an independent research project. Prerequisite(s): PY 301
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PY 602 - Human Growth and Development (3)
The principles related to human growth and development from conception to death are studied. The areas of physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and moral development are included. Emphasis is given to the most widely held theories and research in lifespan development. Both normal and abnormal development are examined.
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PY 607 - Acquired/Learned Bases of Behavior (3)
This course is an in-depth study of the historical and contemporary learning theories, including an application of these principles to the typical issues of learning, teaching, behavior modification, and counseling.
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PY 612 - Psychopathology (3)
This course will provide an overview of the current DSM diagnostic system, an evaluation of the pros and cons associated with diagnostic system, and an introduction to alternative methods of diagnosis. The course is designed to train students to recognize and diagnose psychological disorders. Students will also be expected to become familiar with evolving information about the disorders, including differential diagnostic information, comorbidity rates, and issues related to the development and treatment of the various disorders across the lifespan. Prerequisite(s): PY 309
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PY 617 - Theories of Psychotherapy/Individual Bases of Behavior (3)
Review of several theoretical approaches to psychotherapy with special emphasis on applications and critical evaluation. Specific issues in psychotherapy theory formulation and evaluation will also be discussed.
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PY 620 - Multicultural Counseling (3)
A study of the ways in which the social and cultural differences influence psychological functioning and social behavior at individual, interpersonal, and systemic levels. This includes the cultural context of relationships as well as issues and trends in a multicultural and diverse society related to such factors as culture, ethnicity, nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation, mental and physical characteristics, education, family values, religious and spiritual values, socioeconomic status and unique characteristics of individuals, couples, families, ethnic groups, and communities.
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PY 650 - Professional Orientation and Development I (1)
This 3-class ongoing course (1 credit hour per class for total of 3 credit hours) emphasizes issues relevant for professional development of the clinical counseling therapist. Emphasis will be placed on skills necessary for practice including setting up a practice or working for a mental health organization, caseload management, professional credentialing requirements, charting, professional writing and presenting. Topics such as professional relationships, balancing work/career, technological competency/literacy, professional organizations, and advocacy processes for a variety of clientele will also be discussed. In addition, current topics relevant to the clinical counseling therapist will be discussed such as prescription privilege, updates in APA guidelines or DSM changes, and the role of therapist as a health care professional working in a team setting.
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PY 651 - Professional Orientation and Development II (1)
This 3-class ongoing course (1 credit hour per class for total of 3 credit hours) emphasizes issues relevant for professional development of the clinical counseling therapist. Emphasis will be placed on skills necessary for practice including setting up a practice or working for a mental health organization, caseload management, professional credentialing requirements, charting, professional writing and presenting. Topics such as professional relationships, balancing work/career, technological competency/literacy, professional organizations, and advocacy processes for a variety of clientele will also be discussed. In addition, current topics relevant to the clinical counseling therapist will be discussed such as prescription privilege, updates in APA guidelines or DSM changes, and the role of therapist as a health care professional working in a team setting.
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PY 660 - Advanced Special Topics (1 to 6)
This course is designed to give psychology graduate students a chance to pursue a special topics of interest in more depth within the field of clinical counseling psychology. This course would be an excellent companion to accompany the research thesis in psychology masters program.
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PY 680 - Thesis Preparation (1)
This course is designed to supplement thesis work during the completion of the masters degree in clinical counseling psychology.
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PY 681 - Thesis I (2)
This course is designed to support thesis work during the completion of the masters degree in clinical counseling psychology. Prerequisite(s): PY 601
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PY 682 - Thesis II (2)
This is the second thesis course that is designed to provide ongoing support for the student as he/she completes his/her thesis. This course can be registered for repeatedly until the student orally defends the thesis, makes required revisions, and turns in the final thesis for binding. Prerequisite(s): PY 601
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PY 700 - Ethics and Professional Orientation (3)
This course emphasizes the ethical and legal issues inherent in psychology, with emphasis on the development of advanced analytical skills necessary for effective personal and professional responses. Case studies, readings, and seminar discussions are designed to challenge learners to consider the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of persons receiving services, those paying for services, and those providing services. The course will focus on the psychological aspects of ethics and legal issues as they relate to the professional identity of being a master’s level clinical counseling psychologist. The course will review legal and ethical dilemmas and decisions faced in psychological practice, including research, assessment, teaching, therapeutic intervention, consultation, and court testimony. Emphasis will be placed on a review of professional guidelines and the process of ethical decision-making.
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PY 701 - Statistics (3)
This is a 3 hour advanced statistics course. The course reviews statistical concepts and procedures used in research in the behavioral sciences and introduces advanced statistical concepts and procedures. The course is placed towards the end of the sequence of required courses with the intent that students have gathered their thesis data by the time they register for this course. The course, then, will enable the student to learn about various statistical procedures and help the student to determine the most appropriate use of statistical analyses for various types of data, including his/her thesis data. The course is computer intensive in that the student is required to apply the knowledge learned during class time through the analysis and interpretation of data using one of the primary statistical packages for behavioral sciences (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences [SPSS]). Prerequisite(s): PY 601
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PY 703 - Counseling Skills & The Helping Relationship (3)
This course involves intensive study of the major therapeutic approaches to counseling and psychotherapy. The course will focus on appropriate evaluation of the theories and critical decision-making regarding the application of the various theories in therapeutic practice. Specific case examples will be used to illustrate and practice applications of theory to professional practice. Prerequisite(s): PY 612
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PY 705 - Assessment I: Cognitive Appraisal (3)
This course will provide an overview of various psychometric instruments used in cognitive assessment as well as training in how to appropriately evaluate an instrument. Furthermore, the course will provide training in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of cognitive assessments, with the primary focus on the Wechsler Scales.
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PY 706 - Assessment II: Personality Appraisal (3)
An introduction to the theory, administration, and interpretation of personality assessment instruments, with primary emphasis on the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory. Prerequisite(s): PY 705
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PY 714 - Biological Bases of Behavior (3)
This course integrates principles of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neuropathology as a basis for understanding neurological function, disease, and mental illness.
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PY 720 - Clinical/Counseling Practicum I (3)
Designed to provide students with practical supervised experience in counseling, psychometric assessment, and report writing in approved practicum sites. Students will have on-site supervisors but will also have weekly classroom meetings with the faculty supervisor. This will allow students to receive additional supervision and to share their experiences and learn from one another through presentation of their cases and formalized case conceptualizations. Prerequisite(s): PY 703
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PY 730 - Group Dynamics & Group Psychotherapy (3)
Group development and dynamics and their importance in the therapy process and outcome are examined. Emphasis is given to the application of various psychotherapeutic approaches in the group setting.
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PY 731 - Lifestyle & Career Development (3)
An introduction to the theories and implementation of the career choice process. Emphasis is placed on the nature and use of educational-occupational information in assisting individuals to explore the world of work and develop meaningful career plans. The course includes lab experiences consisting of administering, scoring, and interpreting career inventories. Students also learn about computer assisted career development including the Georgia Career Information System.
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PY 740 - Clinical/Counseling Practicum II (3)
A more in-depth version of PY 720; designed to provide students with practical supervised experience in individual and group counseling, psychometric assessment, and report writing in approved practicum sites. Students will have on-site supervisors but will also have weekly classroom meetings with the faculty supervisor. This will allow students to receive additional supervision and to share their experiences and learn from one another through presentation of their cases and formalized case conceptualizations. Prerequisite(s): PY 720, PY 730
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PY 750 - Professional Orientation and Development III (1)
This 3-class ongoing course (1 credit hour per class for total of 3 credit hours) emphasizes issues relevant for professional development of the clinical counseling therapist. Emphasis will be placed on skills necessary for practice including setting up a practice or working for a mental health organization, caseload management, professional credentialing requirements, charting, professional writing and presenting. Topics such as professional relationships, balancing work/career, technological competency/literacy, professional organizations, and advocacy processes for a variety of clientele will also be discussed. In addition, current topics relevant to the clinical counseling therapist will be discussed such as prescription privilege, updates in APA guidelines or DSM changes, and the role of therapist as a health care professional working in a team setting.
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PY 755 - Clinical Counseling Specialty Practicum (1-6)
This course is designed to provide students with practical supervised experience in counseling, psychometric assessment, and/or report writing in approved practicum sites related to the chosen specialty area. Students will have on-site supervisors but will also have weekly classroom meetings with the faculty supervisor. This will allow students to receive additional supervision and to share their experiences and learn from one another through presentation of their cases and formalized case conceptualizations.
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PY 760 - Clinical/Counseling Internship (3)
This course is designed as the final practical supervised experience course in counseling, psychometric assessment, and report writing. Students will have on-site supervisors but will also have weekly classroom meetings with a faculty supervisor. This will allow students to receive additional supervision and to share their experiences and learn from one another through presentation of their cases and formalized case conceptualizations. Prerequisite(s): PY 705, PY 720, PY 740
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PY 799 - Applied Experience (3 to 6)
This course is designed for psychology masters students to fulfill the specialization option requirements. Each experience is tailored to meet the individual student’s needs and interests. The applied experience is for the purpose of fulfilling specialization options within the masters program. It may involve placement in a mental health setting, research experience, shadowing a particular professional, or work in a variety of settings including schools, women’s shelters, orphanages or child development centers. The experience should be negotiated between student and psychology graduate program advisers. The student is required to complete 100 hours during the semester of the applied experience.
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SY 101 - Introduction To Sociology * (3)
Basic concepts and principles of sociology as a science of human behavior with emphasis on group behavior.
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SH 101 - Spanish Language and Culture I * (3)
An introductory general education course emphasizing the development of students’ functional oral proficiency and ability to apply necessary grammatical contents and lexicon to communicate in a variety of basic, everyday situations. Additional focus on the development of students’ intercultural competence, including attention to one’s own cultural identity compared and contrasted with the cultures of speakers of the language studied. Note(s) Students may not receive credit for both SH 101 and SH 111.
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SH 102 - Spanish Language and Culture II * (3)
Continued emphasis on development of skills and cultural awareness begun in SH 101. Prerequisite(s): SH 101 (111) Note(s) Students may not receive credit for both SH 102 and SH 112.
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SH 115 - Applied Spanish (beginner) * (3)
Opportunities for guided study of Spanish at the Elementary level through a study abroad experience approved through the Modern Language faculty. Credit approval must be secured in advance after submission of the course description, language learning goals and objectives, instructional strategies, and evaluation procedures; course may involve significant traditional coursework prior to a short, intensive, one week study abroad experience or may consist of 3 to 4 week programs in a Spanish speaking country. Students will also be evaluated by departmental testing at the end of the experience. Prerequisite(s): SH 101 Note(s) Students who take SH 115 to substitute for the SH 101 level course may request permission to repeat SH 115 one additional time to meet the SH 102 level requirement.
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SH 201 - Intermediate Spanish I w/ Lab * (3)
Continued study of grammar and vocabulary with increases emphasis on writing skills. Special focus on use of past tenses, pronoun objects, and more complex structures. Prerequisite(s): SH 102 (112)
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SH 202 - Intermediate Spanish II w/ Lab * (3)
Continuing focus on expanding knowledge of Spanish vocabulary and students’ ability to use more complex sentence patterns in speaking and writing. Increased emphasis on reading skills. Prerequisite(s): SH 201
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SH 203 - Conversation and Composition w/ Lab * (3)
Review of language structures and vocabulary of particular difficulty to native-English-speaking learners of Spanish. The course emphasizes complex sentence structures and increased fluency in conversation and composition. Prerequisite(s): SH 202
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SH 215 - Applied Spanish (intermediate) * (3)
Opportunities for guided study of Spanish at the intermediate level through a study abroad, service learning or internship experience. Credit approval must be secured in advance through the Department of Humanities after submission of the course description, language learning goals and objectives, instructional strategies, and evaluation procedures. Students will also be evaluated by departmental testing at the end of the experience. Prerequisite(s): SH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit one time.
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SH 250 - Introduction to Hispanic Literature w/ Lab (3)
Taught in Spanish, this course introduces students to the study of literature with emphasis on development of reading skills and techniques for discussing and writing about literature. Prerequisite(s): SH 201 or SH 202
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SH 300 - Directed Independent Study (3)
Opportunities for guided but independent study of some area of special interest to the student. Projects may vary from literature study to structured study of aspects of the foreign culture or study of specific vocabulary for careers. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the department. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
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SH 303 - Hispanic Civilization and Culture (3)
Taught in Spanish, this course focuses on historical and political events, philosophy, art, music, and cultural practices and values as they are reflected in Hispanic societies. Prerequisite(s): A 200-level course in Spanish or permission of the department. SH 201 or SH 202 or SH 250.
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SH 390 - Special Topics in Spanish w/ Lab (3)
This course may focus on specific periods or authors in Hispanic literature, on language, history, or culture. A topic will be announced each time the course is offered, and the course may be repeated as topics change. Readings, assignments, and class discussions will be in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): SH 250
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SH 401 - Directed Independent Study in Spanish (3)
Opportunities for guided but independent study of some area of special interest to the student. Projects may vary from advanced study in literature to career-related language study or in-depth study of a particular aspect of Hispanic culture. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
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SE 300 - Teaching Learners with Special Needs (3)
This course provides a definition of exceptionalities and introduction to children with exceptional needs in schools. The primary focus of this class is the educator’s role and responsibilities in meeting the needs of students with exceptionalities. The course covers characteristics, legal provisions, and pre-referral procedures, and instructional accommodations.
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SE 407 - Test & Measurements for Exceptional Children (3)
An overview of testing theory and practice, including observation and measurement techniques is provided. Emphasis on utilizing evaluation results to determine eligibility, support professional diagnosis, and plan and assess interventions. Contains a practicum component that requires a field placement in grades 6-8. Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 408 - Applied Behavioral Analysis (3)
This course provides students with principles of applied behavior analysis adapted to the educational and behavioral needs of students with disabilities. This is a placement embedded course. Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 409 - Language Development & Disabilities (3)
This course provides students with an overview of language development from birth through adulthood. Language development theories, bilingual and dialectal issues, and literacy development are explored as they relate to typical language development and language disorders. Included are fundamental concepts of assessment and intervention. Contains a practicum component that requires a field placement in grades K-5. Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 410 - Learners with Mild Disabilities (3)
The course includes a comprehensive lifespan overview of the learning, social, emotional and physical characteristics of persons with mild disabilities. Teaching practices and strategies for inclusive education along with behavior management and social skills are introduced. History, legislation, early intervention, family involvement and community responses are included. This is a placement embedded course; a 48-hour field experience placement in a regionally accredited school in PreK is required during the course. Prerequisite(s): SE 300 Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 411 - Methods and Materials of Mild Disabilities (3)
This course introduces students to assessment and instruction in all general education content areas with an emphasis on adapting the curriculum to meet the needs of all students, including students with disabilities. The study and application of curricula, methods, materials, Response to Intervention (RtI), I.E.P. preparation, classroom organization, and management for students (P-12) with mild disabilities. Co-Teaching and Collaboration are emphasized. This is a placement embedded course; a 48-hour field experience placement in a regionally accredited school in grades 9-12 is required during the course. Prerequisite(s): SE 300, SE 407, SE 408, SE 409, SE 410 Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 493 - Student Teaching Mild Disabilities (9)
A full-time, semester-long experience in a regionally accredited school classroom. Guidance and direction will be provided by the classroom teacher with assistance from university faculty. Students will be required to assume all duties of the classroom teacher for a minimum of four weeks during the experience while demonstrating competence in planning and materials, classroom performance, and professional behavior. The student teaching experience begins when the assigned school begins its semester and continues through the Brenau semester. The student is required to take during the student teaching semester. Prerequisites: All other courses and placements must be completed before student teaching; passing scores on appropriate GACE Content Area Exams are required before student teaching. Note(s) Taught on a pass/fail basis.
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SE 495A - Internship in Teaching - Special Education (3)
Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements in teaching students with mild disabilities. Students wishing to pursue an internship must be employed on a Georgia Non-renewable Teaching certificate. Prerequisite(s): All other courses and placements must be completed before beginning an Internship.
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SE 495B - Internship in Teaching - Special Education (3)
Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements in teaching students with mild disabilities. Students wishing to pursue an internship must be employed on a Georgia Non-renewable Teaching certificate. Prerequisite(s): All other courses and placements must be completed before beginning an Internship.
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SE 604 - Introduction to Special Education (3)
This course provides students with an introduction to the field of special education and the methodologies used to teach students with disabilities in the general education classroom. Broad areas to be covered in this course are areas of exceptionality, major trends and issues in special education with emphases on collaboration and inclusion, service delivery models, roles of general, special class teachers and related professionals.
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SE 607 - Assessment of Learning Potential (3)
This course provides students with an advanced study of assessment with emphasis on interpretation for educational and other decisions. This is a placement embedded course. Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register. Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 608 - Advanced Applied Behavioral Analysis (3)
This course provides an advanced study of applied behavioral analysis based on the discipline devoted to the understanding and improvement of human behavior. Emphasis is placed on designing procedures to systematically evaluate and intervene with socially important behaviors using single-subject research designs. This is a placement embedded course. Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 710 - Learners with Mild Disabilities (3)
This course is an in-depth study of students with mild disabilities. Theories of learning and their implications of teaching are explored, along with the framework of clinical teaching. The history of special education, current trends, educational settings and the role of the family are covered. Students develop an understanding of diversity and individual learning differences and how they impact instructional planning. This is a placement embedded course. Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register. Prerequisite(s): SE 300 or SE 604
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SE 711 - Methods and Materials of Mild Disabilities (3)
This course is a survey of teaching methods, strategies, and techniques for specific content areas in an inclusive learning environment. Laws pertaining to special education, and their implications for general education and special teachers are explored. The Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is introduced and specially designed instruction is taught. Co-Teaching and collaborative skills are examined to improve programs, services, and outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities. This is a placement embedded course Prerequisite(s): SE 604, SE 607, SE 608, SE 710 Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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SE 730 - Student Teaching Mild Disabilities (9)
A full-time, semester-long experience in a regionally accredited school classroom. Guidance and direction will be provided by the classroom teacher with assistance from university faculty. Students will be required to assume all duties of the classroom teacher for a minimum of four weeks during the experience while demonstrating competence in planning and materials, classroom performance, and professional behavior. The student teaching experience begins when the assigned school begins its semester and continues through the Brenau semester. The student is required to take ED 700 Clinical Practice Seminar during the student teaching semester. Prerequisites: All other courses and placements must be completed before student teaching; passing scores on appropriate GACE Content Area Exams are required before student teaching.
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SE 740A - Internship in Mild Disabilities (3)
Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements in teaching students with mild disabilities. Candidate teaches under direction of Brenau supervisor and clinical supervisor for 6 weeks. All other courses and placements must be completed before beginning an internship.
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SE 740B - Internship in Mild Disabilities (3)
Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements in teaching students with mild disabilities. Candidate teaches under direction of Brenau supervisor and clinical supervisor for 6 weeks. All other courses and placements must be completed before beginning an internship.
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SE 740C - Internship in Mild Disabilities (3)
Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements in teaching students with mild disabilities. Candidate teaches under direction of Brenau supervisor and clinical supervisor for 6 weeks. All other courses and placements must be completed before beginning an internship.
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SE 740D - Internship in Mild Disabilities (3)
Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements in teaching students with mild disabilities. Candidate teaches under direction of Brenau supervisor and clinical supervisor for 6 weeks. All other courses and placements must be completed before beginning an internship.
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SE 770 - Advanced Curriculum Development & Methods of Mild Disabilities (3)
The course provides the experienced professional educator an advanced understanding of the Georgia curriculum standards. An emphasis is placed on analyzing factors that impact student learning, and applying the data gathered to develop rigorous instructional units of study for students with mild disabilities. A clinical application expands and strengthens the planning and pedagogical skills of the in-service educator. This course is for M.Ed students and contains a practicum component which requires a 25-hour field placement.
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SP 108 - Fundamentals of Speech * (3)
A basic course designed to improve the student’s ability to communicate orally. Special attention is given to the selection and organization of material, presentation of speeches, and the development of an acceptable speaking voice.
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TH 100 - Theatre Appreciation * (3)
A study of theatre through observation, reading, discussion, and participation. Study of different cultures through play reading and attendance, as well as written critiques of productions.
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TH 102 - Acting I: Process (3)
Basic theories of acting; participation in theatrical exercises; scene study. Problem-solving competencies are integral to fulfilling course requirements.
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TH 103 - Voice and Diction (3)
A practical introduction to rigorous vocal training designed to increase the expressiveness, flexibility and strength of the actor’s voice. Emphasis will be placed upon learning in a studio setting the nature of the individual’s obstacles and strengths in the vocal instrument, and implementing specific techniques and exercises to overcome the first and increase the latter.
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TH 104 - Introduction to Theatre (3)
This course serves as an introduction to the discipline of theatre through observation, reading, discussion, and participation. It is designed to give the theatre major a survey of the creative process through the guidance and experience of those directly involved in the Gainesville Theatre Alliance. Note(s) Must have declared major in theatre (B.A. or B.F.A.).
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TH 107 - Performance Studies (3)
Fundamentals of interpretation and performance of various forms of literature, with emphasis upon poetry, drama, and prose.
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TH 108 - Musical Theatre Workshop 1: Fundamentals (2)
The course will explore vocal (singing) technique and acting technique and then will focus on synergizing the two through songs chosen from the Musical Theatre canon.
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TH 109 - Musical Theatre Workshop 2: 1875-1942 Gilbert & Sullivan to Oklahoma (2)
Applying the singing/acting techniques explored in Musical Theatre Workshop 1 to songs from the Musical Theatre canon specific to 1875 to 1942. Introduction to script and music analysis. Prerequisite(s): TH*108
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TH 110 - Fundamentals of Acting (3)
This course provides basic techniques and approaches to the art of acting. No background is expected. The course will emphasize developing the actor’s instrument, introducing the student to the fundamentals of acting and making the student a more informed observer of human experience. Class periods are physically oriented with the emphasis on doing. The students prepare monologues and scenes that will be directed and performed for a classroom audience. Cover the fundamentals of stage terminology, stage movement, and improvisation.
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TH 115 - Stagecraft (3)
Introduction to various elements of theatrical production, with emphasis upon application of techniques and skills in college theatre production crews. Course includes a lab component. Emphasis upon problem-solving is integral to fulfilling course requirements.
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TH 201 - Theatre Practicum (2)
Practical work in all aspects of production. Students will learn scenery construction, box office and house management, lighting and sound operation, assistant directing, and other production related subjects. Note(s) May be repeated.
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TH 202 - Audition Techniques (3)
Exploration of a variety of theatrical auditions from cold readings to prepared monologues to callbacks and the techniques to succeed at each. This course will also analyze the business of the professional actor including resumes, headshots, correspondence, casting directors and agents. Prerequisite(s): TH 102
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TH 203 - Acting II: Scene Study (3)
Theories of acting, improvisation, and further scene study. Prerequisite(s): TH 102
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TH 207 - Script Analysis (3)
An introduction to the basic principles, techniques, and challenges of script analysis, which will provide students with a methodology that enables them to dissect a play from the perspective of performer, director, and/or designer in preparation for the rehearsal and production process.
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TH 208 - Musical Theatre Workshop 3: 1943-1968 Oklahoma to Hair (2)
Description: Applying the singing/acting techniques explored in Musical Theatre Workshop 1 to songs from the Musical Theatre canon specific to 1943 to 1968. Further exploration of script and music analysis. Prerequisite(s): TH 108, TH 109
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TH 215 - Principles of Design (3)
A study of the basics of scenic and lighting design. Course includes a lab component.
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TH 217 - Sound Design and Reinforcement (3)
This course is a study of modern methods of vocal reinforcement for the stage and the use of music and sound effects in theatrical production. Students will focus on the technical components of a sound system, script analysis, research, and the use of computerized sound control equipment. Prerequisite(s): TH 319
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TH 221 - Theatre History I * (3)
Study of the history of the physical theatre, dramatic literature, production technique, and the general background of western theatre from the Greeks to 1700. Course emphasizes competencies in geography, cross-cultural awareness, oral communication, and writing.
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TH 222 - Theatre History II * (3)
Theatre history from 1700 to present. See TH 221 for competencies addressed in course.
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TH 223 - History of the Musical Theatre * (3)
This course offers a survey of popular musical theatre from its roots in vaudeville through current practice, with emphasis on musicals from Rodgers and Hammerstein, Lerner and Lowe, Stephen Sondheim, and Andrew Lloyd Webber.
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TH 224 - Survey of Theatrical Design (3)
This course is a survey of the history of the theatrical design and designers. Students will focus on important movements in the history of theatrical design, and the designers involved, from the Italian Renaissance to the present. Students will participate in discussions, do research and present information gained in research to the class. Prerequisite(s): TH 100 or TH 104
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TH 225 - Scenic Design (3)
This course is designed to give students practical experience in scenic design. The focus of this class is to explore the functions and qualities of scenery as it develops from the principles and elements of design and as they pertain to theatrical settings, history, and culture. Prerequisite(s): TH 115, TH 215
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TH 226 - Lighting Design (3)
Lighting is an art form that is best studied in a laboratory setting. This course is designed to give the student practical experience in lighting design. The focus of this class is to explore the functions and qualities of lighting as they pertain to the principles and elements of design as they occur in nature and theatrical settings. Prerequisite(s): TH 115, TH 215
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