Courses

Examination of mass media impact on politics and political behavior, and governmental impact on the mass media.

This course is designed to assist the beginning graduate student in determining the expectations and attributes of the master teacher. Major emphasis will focus on effective teacher characteristics, skills and practices of teaching, as well as a review of the requirements for National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS).

Advanced studies of accomplished teaching models and their impact on student learning. The design and implementation of sustaining professional development will be explored. Instruction with emphasize growth mindsets of the master teacher. Objectives: 1) Investigate models of accomplished teaching 2) Explore the National Board of Professional Teaching Core Propositions 3) Engage in professional growth and leadership.

The mathematical theory associated with asset price dynamics; binomial pricing models; Black-Scholes analysis; hedging; volatility smile; implied volatility trees; implied binomial trees.

The mathematical theory associated with interest; annuities; varying annuities; sinking funds and amortization; coupon bonds; valuation of noncallable bonds; yield to maturity; yield curve; spot rates and forward rates; internal rate of return; duration and convexity; portfolio immunization.

An exploration of the major historical works and historiographical controversies in a specific topic not generally covered by the curriculum. Emphasis placed on discussion and students producing a major research paper. Designed to fulfill the historiography component for the thematic secondary field.

An exploration of the major historical works and historiographical controversies in a specific topic not generally covered by the curriculum. Emphasis placed on discussion and students producing a major research paper. Designed to fulfill the historiography component for the thematic secondary field.

Students will develop their technical skills through combining the photography medium with conceptual exploration of a unique idea. They will develop their own artistic style and realize their personal creative potential. This course will culminate in the creation of a cohesive course portfolio.

A text-centered examination of a more specific problem connected with core concepts of the first-year Foundations sequence and viewed through the methodological lens of one of the disciplines in the liberal arts. May be taken 3 times for credit. Special Topics Course

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the concepts, theories, and practical applications of the tourism industry with designated themes.