Courses

Advanced studies of fundamental principles informing research- based literacy instructional methods and assessments, to support the literacy development of early childhood and elementary education learners experiencing difficulty with reading. Instruction will emphasize exploration of the literacy needs of students whose native language is not English, students with learning disabilities, and other diverse learners.

This course examines underlying theory, practice, skills, and issues in action research. Students will be introduced to various educational research methods used in action research and review the components and processes of action research. They will develop a plan for an action research project focused on a specific educational problem.

This course examines current theories of adult development, fundamental developmental changes in adulthood, and the implications for practice in adult education. Restricted to students admitted to the Education Ph.D. Program- APCE major or with permission of instructor.

This advanced seminar will examine research and theoretical literature on a variety of topics related to adult learning such as: characteristics and diversity of adult learners; key theories of adult learning; alternative perspectives on adult learning; intelligence, aging and wisdom; and learning in the digital age. Restricted to students admitted to the Education Ph.D. Program – APCE major or with permission of instructor.

This advanced seminar will examine research and theoretical literature on a variety of topics including: characteristics of adult learners; models of adult cognitive and psychosocial development; adult cognition, memory, and intelligence; and principles for facilitating adult learning. Restricted to Ph.D. in Education degree, Major in School Improvement.

Advanced studies of research-based formative and summative assessments in the early childhood and elementary environments. In this course, the advanced candidate will demonstrate the following objectives through online submissions: 1) Identify and explain various types of measurement instruments and strategies according to their recommended use and skills measured. 2) Discuss the role of formative and summative assessment across the K-6 curriculum.

This course studies children’s or adolescent literature. Possible topics include a historical period, a geographical area, a genre, a single author, or a theoretical approach, with attention to developing critical and research skills. Specific content and focus vary by section, and this course may be repeated once when emphasis varies for up to six hours of English credit. (WI).

Advanced independent study in an area within the field of counseling. Selected in-depth topic for study is chosen in consultation with the professor supervising the study. May be taught concurrently with ECED 6902 or ECED 6952.

A study of a problem or topic using research techniques or a guided program of readings. Preparation of a scholarly paper is required and may involve an oral defense. A specialized study may be substituted for only one required course or elective in a student's program. Approval by the student's adviser, the course instructor, and department chair is required.

A study of a problem or topic using research techniques or a guided program of readings. Preparation of a scholarly paper is required and may involve an oral defense. A specialized study may be substituted for only one required course or elective in a student's program. Approval by the student's adviser, the course instructor, and department chair is required.