Students may choose to expand their licensure by adding endorsements in areas such as Reading, Special Education, or Coaching. These endorsements enhance a candidate’s qualifications and marketability while responding to critical teaching needs in Iowa and beyond.
PSYC 303 – Developmental & Educational Psychology
3 credit hours
This course focuses on human development of child and adolescent (K-12) including physical, personal, social and cognitive development. Psychological principles are applied to the educational process with units in learning, motivation, measurement, and evaluation. This course is required for all education majors.
Prerequisites: EDUC 100, Junior standing or consent of the instructor
KINS 218 – Prevention & Care of Sports Injuries
3 credit hours
Theory and practical application involving prevention, care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Required of all students seeking a coaching certification.
Prerequisite: BIOL 216
BIOL 216 – Anatomy & Physiology
4 credit hours
A course designed for non-biology majors that study the structure and function of the human body. Includes how the various systems of the body work with homeostasis. Three lectures and one lab per week.
MATH 140 – Pre-Calculus
4 credit hours
Composite and inverse functions, circles, parabolas, exponential/logarithmic functions and equations, trigonometric functions (graphs, inverses), trigonometric identities and equations, law of sines and cosines.
Prerequisite: MATH 102 or equivalent, or a satisfactory score on the Mathematics Assessment Exam, or consent of the instructor.
MATH 205 Mathematics for Elementary Educators I
3 credit hours
A study of mathematical concepts related to topics taught in elementary schools. Topics include place value, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, negative values, and number properties.
MATH 206 – Mathematics for Elementary Educators II
3 credit hours
A study of mathematical concepts related to topics taught in elementary schools. Topics include geometry, measurement, ratios/rates, algebra, data analysis, and probability.
Prerequisite: MATH 205 with a grade of C- or better, or consent of instructor.
MATH 220 – Statistical Methods
3 credit hours
A study of applied statistics with emphasis on appropriate use of technology. Topics include probability, correlation, regression, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing. Students may not receive credit for both MATH 220 and MATH 336. Offered fall and spring semester.
Prerequisites: MATH 102, 120, 210, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.
LDRS 105 – Computers & Technology
3 credit hours
Fundamental computer concepts, terminology, and skills applicable for communication in today’s world; awareness of critical issues in computer usage, including historical perspective, ethical practice, and current use of technology in various fields. Laboratory applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, database, programming, graphics, electronic mail, and Internet search tools will be part of individual and group projects.
Prerequisite: Math ACT>19, Math Assessment Exam placement, or consent of instructor.
Nine additional Math credits = suggested coursework:
MATH 105 – Mathematics for Leaders
3 credit hours
A survey of applied topics in mathematics including voting theory, finance, mathematical patterns, geometric similarity, probability, and statistics.
Co-requisite: MATH 095 (if necessary)
MATH 211 – Discrete Mathematics
3 Credit hours
Finite math for computer science majors stressing an algorithmic approach. Topics include Boolean algebra, number base conversions, binary arithmetic, matrices and determinants, graph theory, functions, and recursion.
Prerequisite: MATH 140 or equivalent
MATH 241 – Calculus I
4 Credit hours
Limits, continuity, implicit and explicit differentiation, extrema, increasing and decreasing functions, concavity, differentials, antiderivatives, basic integration theory (Riemann sums), and integration by substitution.
Prerequisite: MATH 140 or equivalent
EDSP 360 – Diagnosis & Treatment of Reading Difficulties
3 credit hours
Students will learn methods and strategies in assessing and teaching students with reading difficulties. Knowledge of a variety of assessments, procedures, and practices that range from individual to group and from formal to informal are examined for use in the identification of students’ reading skills. Practice using assessments for planning and revising instruction for students, and for communicating results of ongoing assessment to all stakeholders is incorporated in the tutoring experience associated with this course. Students will analyze assessments, design interventions/instruction, and implement instructional strategies to meet the needs of tutees.
Course includes a minimum 20 hours of clinical experience with a certified teacher with a reading endorsement. Offered every spring.
Prerequisite: EDUC 203
Prerequisite or Co-requisite (at the discretion of the professor): EDUC 370
EDSP 370 – Educational Assessment
3 credit hours
In this course, students focus on assessment, diagnosis and intervention evaluation of both general education students and students with disabilities. Legal provisions and guidelines for unbiased assessments and application of assessment results to individualized program development are introduced. Students will examine achievement, standardized diagnostic, informal, curriculum based, functional behavioral, and authentic assessments. They will learn the specialized vocabulary related to assessment for specific disabilities. Writing IEP’s and modifying assessments for students with special needs will also be examined. Offered Every fall.
Prerequisite: EDSP 100
EDUC 203 – Foundations of Reading
3 credit hours
Students will explore the foundational knowledge needed to learn to read. Instruction includes an introduction to: linguistic and sociocultural foundations; connection between oral vocabulary and learning to read; the stages of reading, writing, and spelling development; the alphabetic principle; the essential components of literacy instruction; dyslexia; and scientifically based reading research. Offered every fall on campus.
EDUC 250 Language Acquisition
3 credit hours
This course focuses primarily on the theories and models of language acquisition. Students in the class will also explore bilingual education and the dual language model; studying theory and use of native language to enhance second language learning. Offered every spring.
EDUC 265 – Children’s Literature
3 credit hours
Students will examine the characteristics of children’s literature. This requirement includes the following competencies: The practitioner uses knowledge of children’s literature (K-8) for: modeling the reading and writing of varied genres, including fiction and nonfiction; technology- and media-based information; and nonprint materials; motivating through the use of texts at multiple levels, representing broad interests, and reflecting varied cultures, linguistic backgrounds, and perspectives; and matching text complexities to the proficiencies and needs of readers. Offered every spring.
EDUC 370 – Literacy Methods
3 credit hours
Students will learn and apply methods to teach the components of literacy (phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary and word knowledge such as syllable types and morphology, comprehension, and fluency). Students will learn how to implement scientifically based reading research to support the unique needs of all learners, including but not limited to dyslexia, ELL, and TAG. Students will understand how to utilize the MTSS framework to design and differentiate instructional groups. Students will become familiar with content area reading strategies, instructional technology, curricular materials, and assessments in reading. Students will deconstruct and utilize the Iowa Common Core Standards to create lesson plans. This course is part of a fall semester block and includes a 25-hour field experience. Offered every fall.
Prerequisite: EDUC 203
Co-requisites: EDUC 370FE
EDUC 370FE Literacy Methods 25-Hour Field Experience
0 credit hours
Students must enroll in this 25-hour field experience concurrently with Literary Methods in Secondary Teaching. Grades will be assigned as credit/no credit, with no credit grades assigned to students who performed unsatisfactorily during the experience. Every fall.
Prerequisites: EDUC 203, Admission to the Teacher Education Program, Acceptable Dispositions
Co-requisite: EDUC 370
EDUC 374 – Elementary Language Arts Methods
3 credit hours
Students will learn methods and strategies for planning and implementing meaningful Language Arts curriculum with an emphasis on writing instruction, including knowledge of reading-writing-speaking connections; the writing process; spelling development; writing development; types of writing; and connections between oral and written language development. Students will learn how to implement scientifically based writing research to support the unique needs of all learners, including but not limited to dyslexia, ELL, and TAG. Students will utilize the Iowa Common Core Standards to create lesson plans. Offered every spring on campus
Prerequisite: EDUC 200
EDUC 375 Reading Practicum
3 credit hours
Students will apply knowledge of reading theory and methods to teaching students with reading difficulties. Students will effectively use reading and writing strategies, materials, and assessments based upon appropriate reading and writing research to design interventions/instruction, and implement instructional strategies to meet the needs of students with reading difficulties.
Course includes a minimum of 40 hours of clinical experience with a certified teacher with a reading endorsement.
Offered only through Distance Learning.
Prerequisite: EDUC 370
EDSP 100 – Introduction to Exceptional Learners
3 credit hours
This general survey course presents an overview of children and adolescents with exceptionalities. Students will be introduced to the history of special education; pedagogical, curricular, and social considerations involved in educating diverse learners in the general education and special education classrooms; the MTSS process; multidisciplinary teams, and IEPs. This course includes a 15-hour field experience in a special education setting. Offered every fall and spring.
Prerequisite or co-requisite (at the discretion of the professor): EDUC 100
Introduction to Education Field Experience
0 credit hours
Students will complete a 15-hour field experience and begin their education portfolios during this course. Fee required. Every fall and spring.
EDSP 358 Behavior Management
3 credit hours
Students will be introduced to theories of behavior, functional behavioral assessment, and behavior intervention plans. Students will learn, plan, and apply non-aversive approaches for the purpose of improving social skills, attention, and behavior. Students will evaluate and implement research-based methods for to promote a positive learning environment for all. Offered every spring
Prerequisite: EDSP 100
EDSP 360 – Diagnosis & Treatment of Reading Difficulties
3 credit hours
Students will learn methods and strategies in assessing and teaching students with reading difficulties. Knowledge of a variety of assessments, procedures, and practices that range from individual to group and from formal to informal are examined for use in the identification of students’ reading skills. Practice using assessments for planning and revising instruction for students, and for communicating results of ongoing assessment to all stakeholders is incorporated in the tutoring experience associated with this course. Students will analyze assessments, design interventions/instruction, and implement instructional strategies to meet the needs of tutees.
Course includes a minimum 20 hours of clinical experience with a certified teacher with a reading endorsement. Offered every spring.
Prerequisite: EDUC 203
Prerequisite or Co-requisite (at the discretion of the professor): EDUC 370
EDSP 370 – Educational Assessment
3 credit hours
In this course, students focus on assessment, diagnosis and intervention evaluation of both general education students and students with disabilities. Legal provisions and guidelines for unbiased assessments and application of assessment results to individualized program development are introduced. Students will examine achievement, standardized diagnostic, informal, curriculum based, functional behavioral, and authentic assessments. They will learn the specialized vocabulary related to assessment for specific disabilities. Writing IEP’s and modifying assessments for students with special needs will also be examined. Offered Every fall.
Prerequisite: EDSP 100
EDSP 385 – Differentiated Instruction Methods & Strategies
3 credit hours
Students will learn and demonstrate ways to differentiate instructional strategies and methods for diverse learning needs including, but not limited to: at-risk students, students with mild/moderate disabilities, gifted students, and/or culturally and linguistically diverse students. Accommodations to address individualized needs, collaborative/co-teaching approaches, and accessible/assistive technology will be explored. Offered every fall.
Prerequisite: EDSP 100
EDSP 390 Special Education Practicum
1 credit hour
Students will complete 20 hours with a licensed professional in a special education setting. The student will identify curriculum, as well as strategies used in the special education classroom and write a reflective summary paper of the field experience. They will engage in observing, teaching, and helping as the supervising teacher directs. Every fall and spring.
Prerequisite: EDSP 100
Prerequisite or co-requisite: EDSP 385
EDSP 280 – Collaboration Strategies
2 Credit hours
Students will learn the strategies and dispositions necessary for maintaining communication and collaborative relationships with families, other educators, related service providers, individuals with exceptionalities, and personnel from community agencies. The elements of effective collaboration, the importance of collaborative team meetings, the role of the special education teacher as a consultant, and special education teacher as supervisor of paraprofessionals will be introduced. The importance of collaboration in the special education process is emphasized. Offered every spring.
Prerequisite: EDUC 100
EDSP 400:01 1st 8- week Strategist I Elementary Student Teaching
EDSP 400:02 2nd 8-week Strategist I Elementary Student Teaching
7 credit hours
Students seeking endorsement in Special Education spend 8 weeks observing and student teaching in an elementary special education program for students with mild/moderate disabilities under the direction of the special education teacher and university supervisor. Every fall and spring.
Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching
EDUC 203 – Foundations of Reading
3 credit hours
Students will explore the foundational knowledge needed to learn to read. Instruction includes an introduction to: linguistic and sociocultural foundations; connection between oral vocabulary and learning to read; the stages of reading, writing, and spelling development; the alphabetic principle; the essential components of literacy instruction; dyslexia; and scientifically based reading research. Offered every fall on campus.
ECON 111 Personal and Family Finance
3 credit hours
Financial planning regarding tax decisions, cash and credit management, major acquisitions, insurance, personal investments, retirement, and estate distribution. Offered every spring.
ECON 211 – Principles of Microeconomics
3 credit hours
The market economy functioning through demand and supply; focus on consumer decision making, firm decision making in different market structures, worker decision making, and selected microeconomic issues.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or consent of instructor
ECON 212 – Principles of Macroeconomics
3 credit hours
National income, employment, price level, money and banking, fiscal and monetary policies, international trade and finance, and comparative economic systems.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or consent of instructor
ECON 309 Managerial Economics
3 credit hours
Application of economic analysis to managerial decisions relating to demand forecasting, production levels, cost analysis, and product pricing. Offered every fall
Prerequisite: ECON 211
BUSI 349 – International Business
3 credit hours
Study of business in a global economy with the major complexities involved including the effects of different social systems, governmental influences on trade, financial exchange rates, and corporate relationships and policies.
Same as ECON/PLSC 349
Prerequisite: Junior standing
EDSP 360 – Diagnosis & Treatment of Reading Difficulties
3 credit hours
Students will learn methods and strategies in assessing and teaching students with reading difficulties. Knowledge of a variety of assessments, procedures, and practices that range from individual to group and from formal to informal are examined for use in the identification of students’ reading skills. Practice using assessments for planning and revising instruction for students, and for communicating results of ongoing assessment to all stakeholders is incorporated in the tutoring experience associated with this course. Students will analyze assessments, design interventions/instruction, and implement instructional strategies to meet the needs of tutees.
Course includes a minimum 20 hours of clinical experience with a certified teacher with a reading endorsement. Offered every spring.
Prerequisite: EDUC 203
Prerequisite or Co-requisite (at the discretion of the professor): EDUC 370
EDSP 370 – Educational Assessment
3 credit hours
In this course, students focus on assessment, diagnosis and intervention evaluation of both general education students and students with disabilities. Legal provisions and guidelines for unbiased assessments and application of assessment results to individualized program development are introduced. Students will examine achievement, standardized diagnostic, informal, curriculum based, functional behavioral, and authentic assessments. They will learn the specialized vocabulary related to assessment for specific disabilities. Writing IEP’s and modifying assessments for students with special needs will also be examined. Offered Every fall.
Prerequisite: EDSP 100
EDUC 203 – Foundations of Reading
3 credit hours
Students will explore the foundational knowledge needed to learn to read. Instruction includes an introduction to: linguistic and sociocultural foundations; connection between oral vocabulary and learning to read; the stages of reading, writing, and spelling development; the alphabetic principle; the essential components of literacy instruction; dyslexia; and scientifically based reading research. Offered every fall on campus.
EDUC 223 Adolescent Literature for Teachers
3 credit hours
Students will use knowledge of adolescent and young adult literature for: modeling the reading and writing of varied genres, including fiction and nonfiction; technology- and media-based information; and nonprint materials; motivating through the use of texts at multiple levels, representing broad interests, and reflecting varied cultures, linguistic backgrounds, and perspectives; and matching text complexities to the proficiencies and needs of readers. Offered only through Distance Learning.
EDUC 250 Language Acquisition
3 credit hours
This course focuses primarily on the theories and models of language acquisition. Students in the class will also explore bilingual education and the dual language model; studying theory and use of native language to enhance second language learning. Offered every spring.
EDUC 360 Content Area Reading
1 credit hour
Content Area Reading provides literary strategies for teaching content reading across the curriculum. Students will examine types of text structures, as well as the dimensions of content area vocabulary and comprehension. Reading Recovery strategies will be explored. Students will demonstrate knowledge and the ability to implement content area instruction in reading and writing that effectively uses a variety of research-based strategies and practices. Every fall and spring.
Co-requisites: EDUC 380/380FE or a Special Methods course with a field experience
EDUC 370 – Literacy Methods
3 credit hours
Students will learn and apply methods to teach the components of literacy (phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary and word knowledge such as syllable types and morphology, comprehension, and fluency). Students will learn how to implement scientifically based reading research to support the unique needs of all learners, including but not limited to dyslexia, ELL, and TAG. Students will understand how to utilize the MTSS framework to design and differentiate instructional groups. Students will become familiar with content area reading strategies, instructional technology, curricular materials, and assessments in reading. Students will deconstruct and utilize the Iowa Common Core Standards to create lesson plans. This course is part of a fall semester block and includes a 25-hour field experience. Offered every fall.
Prerequisite: EDUC 203
Co-requisites: EDUC 370FE
EDUC 370FE Literacy Methods 25-Hour Field Experience
0 credit hours
Students must enroll in this 25-hour field experience concurrently with Literary Methods in Secondary Teaching. Grades will be assigned as credit/no credit, with no credit grades assigned to students who performed unsatisfactorily during the experience. Every fall.
Prerequisites: EDUC 203, Admission to the Teacher Education Program, Acceptable Dispositions
Co-requisite: EDUC 370
EDUC 374 – Elementary Language Arts Methods
3 credit hours
Students will learn methods and strategies for planning and implementing meaningful Language Arts curriculum with an emphasis on writing instruction, including knowledge of reading-writing-speaking connections; the writing process; spelling development; writing development; types of writing; and connections between oral and written language development. Students will learn how to implement scientifically based writing research to support the unique needs of all learners, including but not limited to dyslexia, ELL, and TAG. Students will utilize the Iowa Common Core Standards to create lesson plans. Offered every spring on campus
Prerequisite: EDUC 200
EDUC 375 Reading Practicum
3 credit hours
Students will apply knowledge of reading theory and methods to teaching students with reading difficulties. Students will effectively use reading and writing strategies, materials, and assessments based upon appropriate reading and writing research to design interventions/instruction, and implement instructional strategies to meet the needs of students with reading difficulties.
Course includes a minimum of 40 hours of clinical experience with a certified teacher with a reading endorsement.
Offered only through Distance Learning.
Prerequisite: EDUC 370
EDUC 203 – Foundations of Reading
3 credit hours
Students will explore the foundational knowledge needed to learn to read. Instruction includes an introduction to: linguistic and sociocultural foundations; connection between oral vocabulary and learning to read; the stages of reading, writing, and spelling development; the alphabetic principle; the essential components of literacy instruction; dyslexia; and scientifically based reading research. Offered every fall on campus.
EDUC 370 – Literacy Methods
3 credit hours
Students will learn and apply methods to teach the components of literacy (phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary and word knowledge such as syllable types and morphology, comprehension, and fluency). Students will learn how to implement scientifically based reading research to support the unique needs of all learners, including but not limited to dyslexia, ELL, and TAG. Students will understand how to utilize the MTSS framework to design and differentiate instructional groups. Students will become familiar with content area reading strategies, instructional technology, curricular materials, and assessments in reading. Students will deconstruct and utilize the Iowa Common Core Standards to create lesson plans. This course is part of a fall semester block and includes a 25-hour field experience. Offered every fall.
Prerequisite: EDUC 203
Co-requisites: EDUC 370FE
EDUC 370FE Literacy Methods 25-Hour Field Experience
0 credit hours
Students must enroll in this 25-hour field experience concurrently with Literary Methods in Secondary Teaching. Grades will be assigned as credit/no credit, with no credit grades assigned to students who performed unsatisfactorily during the experience. Every fall.
Prerequisites: EDUC 203, Admission to the Teacher Education Program, Acceptable Dispositions
Co-requisite: EDUC 370
EDSP 100 – Introduction to Exceptional Learners
3 credit hours
This general survey course presents an overview of children and adolescents with exceptionalities. Students will be introduced to the history of special education; pedagogical, curricular, and social considerations involved in educating diverse learners in the general education and special education classrooms; the MTSS process; multidisciplinary teams, and IEPs. This course includes a 15-hour field experience in a special education setting. Offered every fall and spring.
Prerequisite or co-requisite (at the discretion of the professor): EDUC 100
EDSP 280 – Collaboration Strategies
2 Credit hours
Students will learn the strategies and dispositions necessary for maintaining communication and collaborative relationships with families, other educators, related service providers, individuals with exceptionalities, and personnel from community agencies. The elements of effective collaboration, the importance of collaborative team meetings, the role of the special education teacher as a consultant, and special education teacher as supervisor of paraprofessionals will be introduced. The importance of collaboration in the special education process is emphasized. Offered every spring.
Prerequisite: EDUC 100
EDSP 290 Transition Education
2 credit hours
This course introduces organizations, networks and sources of services available for individuals with mild/moderate disabilities in the areas of career-vocational transition support, community and life skills. Pre-service teachers learn how to provide transition support for students as they move to post high school settings and ways to encourage decision making and full participation in the community. This course is only offered through Distance Learning. This course is only offered through Distance Learning.
Prerequisite: EDSP 100
EDSP 358 Behavior Management
3 credit hours
Students will be introduced to theories of behavior, functional behavioral assessment, and behavior intervention plans. Students will learn, plan, and apply non-aversive approaches for the purpose of improving social skills, attention, and behavior. Students will evaluate and implement research-based methods for to promote a positive learning environment for all. Offered every spring
Prerequisite: EDSP 100
EDSP 360 – Diagnosis & Treatment of Reading Difficulties
3 credit hours
Students will learn methods and strategies in assessing and teaching students with reading difficulties. Knowledge of a variety of assessments, procedures, and practices that range from individual to group and from formal to informal are examined for use in the identification of students’ reading skills. Practice using assessments for planning and revising instruction for students, and for communicating results of ongoing assessment to all stakeholders is incorporated in the tutoring experience associated with this course. Students will analyze assessments, design interventions/instruction, and implement instructional strategies to meet the needs of tutees.
Course includes a minimum 20 hours of clinical experience with a certified teacher with a reading endorsement. Offered every spring.
Prerequisite: EDUC 203
Prerequisite or Co-requisite (at the discretion of the professor): EDUC 370
EDSP 370 – Educational Assessment
3 credit hours
In this course, students focus on assessment, diagnosis and intervention evaluation of both general education students and students with disabilities. Legal provisions and guidelines for unbiased assessments and application of assessment results to individualized program development are introduced. Students will examine achievement, standardized diagnostic, informal, curriculum based, functional behavioral, and authentic assessments. They will learn the specialized vocabulary related to assessment for specific disabilities. Writing IEP’s and modifying assessments for students with special needs will also be examined. Offered Every fall.
Prerequisite: EDSP 100
EDSP 385 – Differentiated Instruction Methods & Strategies
3 credit hours
Students will learn and demonstrate ways to differentiate instructional strategies and methods for diverse learning needs including, but not limited to: at-risk students, students with mild/moderate disabilities, gifted students, and/or culturally and linguistically diverse students. Accommodations to address individualized needs, collaborative/co-teaching approaches, and accessible/assistive technology will be explored. Offered every fall.
Prerequisite: EDSP 100
EDSP 390 Special Education Practicum
1 credit hour
Students will complete 20 hours with a licensed professional in a special education setting. The student will identify curriculum, as well as strategies used in the special education classroom and write a reflective summary paper of the field experience. They will engage in observing, teaching, and helping as the supervising teacher directs. Every fall and spring.
Prerequisite: EDSP 100
Prerequisite or co-requisite: EDSP 385
Secondary Student Teaching
Students spend 16 weeks observing and student teaching in a 7-12 classroom under the direction of a classroom teacher and university supervisor. During the semester, student teachers are required to attend professional development seminars. Fee of $300 required. Every fall and spring.
EDUC 350 – Technology in the Classroom
3 credit hours
Designed to strengthen the student’s writing and critical thinking skills by providing a close examination of how the media constructs messages. Tailored to fit the student’s needs for a variety of future career paths, students will explore and compose in various genres such as social media, print journalism, advertisements, and documentary film. Offered spring of odd years.
Prerequisites: EDUC 100
LDRS 200 – Principles of Communication
3 credit hours
Two foundational assumptions of this course are that communication skills are essential for successful social and vocational life and that communication competence is the mark of effective leadership. In this course basic communication principles related to intrapersonal, interpersonal, small group, and public speaking contexts will be introduced and discussed in theory and in practice.
Prerequisite: LDRS 101 with grade of C- or above.
Required for education certification.
THEA 104 – Basic Production
3 credit hours
Designed to familiarize a student with all production aspects of a working theatre. Along with class and workshop time, students will make practical application of theories and practices through work on university, community, and possibly, professional performances.
THEA 212 – Oral Interpretation
3 credit hours
This course will introduce students to a specific, systematic understanding of performed literature. An emphasis will be placed on connecting the analytical and presentational skills utilized in Oral Interpretation to skills needed in a variety of post-graduate and/or occupational scenarios.
THEA 304 – Directing and Advanced Production
3 credit hours
This is a workshop course that will explore the directing and production of an entire one act play by coordinating and executing all aspects of the production.
Prerequisites: THEA 104, THEA 106, and THEA 306
ENGL 360 – Advanced Argument
3 credit hours
Advanced Argumentation looks at argument as a means for problem solving. Students study argumentation theories as well as written and visual arguments in order to understand how argumentation can be used to improve communication, find common ground, and solve complex problems. Offered spring of odd years.
ENGL 390 – Special Topics in Technical Communication
3 credit hours
This course will focus on a topic that’s currently under debate in the field of technical communication. Through summarizing, synthesizing, and responding to scholarly arguments, students will develop their own stance on the special topic based on how it relates to their current and future professional endeavors. Some possible topics may include globalization and communication, communication in health care, plain language, universal design and accessibility, and copyright and fair use. Offered spring of even years.