The student works with individual faculty members on a specific investigative research problem. This provides an introduction to analytical techniques and the scientific method in action.
MGED 3100 - The Nature and Needs of the Middle Grades Learner
This course is designed to enable teacher candidates to analyze and examine the nature of the middle grades student. The developmental needs and characteristics of students as adolescents and as individuals will be studied. A special focus on involving parents and the community in meeting the unique needs of middle grades students will be addressed. A field experience component is required in a local school setting.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
Repeat Status: No
Program Restrictions: 1BSED-MIDDLE-BSED-Middle Grades Education
MGED 3200 - Active Learning in the Middle Grades Classroom
Students will examine the elements of middle grades curriculum and instruction that is challenging, exploratory, integrative, and relevant. An emphasis will be placed on learner-centered pedagogy that engages young adloescents in active learning. Strategies to incorporate technology into instruction in the middle grades classroom will also be addressed. A field experience component is required in a local school setting.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
Repeat Status: No
Program Restrictions: 1BSED-MIDDLE-BSED-Middle Grades Education
Students will develop instructional skills to effectively teach Language Arts in the Middle Grades classroom. They will develop an understanding of Language Arts philosophies and best practices in the Middle Grades. They will explore areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening as the context for skill development in students. A field experience component is required in a local school setting.
Students will develop strategies to effectively engage Middle Grade students in reading across content areas. Students will develop approaches which emphasize reading as a means to learn. Students will also develop strategies to enable students to deal with reading deficiencies and other challenges students may face as readers in the Middle Grades. A field experience component is required in a local school setting.
This course focuses on the curriculum and evaluation standards of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and the Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE). Emphasis is on problem-solving, measurement, computation, hypothesis posing, and hypothesis testing. Teaching and learning strategies are examined. A field experience component is required in a local school setting.
MGED 3241 - Social Studies Education for Middle Grades
This course will emphasize how the conceptual themes and modes of inquiry represented in the national social studies standards are to be applied when formulating instruction and assessment activities that are appropriate to middle grade students. Special emphasis will be placed on concept formulation, thematic problem solving, strategic learning, complex skill development, performance assessment. A field experience component is required in a local school setting.
This course emphasizes approaches to teaching science content that reflect understanding of the distinct characteristics of middle school students, the importance of inquiry and discovery in the process of coming to understand science content, and the framework provided by national and state science standards. A field experience component is required in a local school setting.
Students will examine the origins and principles of the middle school movement, along with the current structure of middle level schools and programs. Principles of professionalism and professional learning communities will be explored, as well as the core principles of interdisciplinary instruction and teaming. A field experience component is required in a local school setting.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
Repeat Status: No
Program Restrictions: 1BSED-MIDDLE-BSED-Middle Grades Education
MGED 4100 - Assessment and Differentiation in the Middle Grades
This course will examine prinicples and strategies of effective classroom assessment techniques as well as methods for using assessment to inform instruction in a differentiated middle grades classroom setting. A special focus will be placed on meeting the needs of the diverse learners found in today’s schools. A field experience component is required in a local school setting.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
Repeat Status: No
Program Restrictions: 1BSED-MIDDLE-BSED-Middle Grades Education
MGED 4111 - Integrated Instruction in Middle School
Students will engage in collaborative planning of an interdisciplinary unit of instruction for implementation in the field. Students will work with a team of teachers to pre-plan, implement and evaluate the interdisciplinary unit of instruction.
This course is designed to examine a variety of approaches for effective classroom management in the middle grades classroom. A special emphasis will be placed on current issues in contemporary middle schools. A field experience component is required in a local school setting.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
Repeat Status: No
Program Restrictions: 1BSED-MIDDLE-BSED-Middle Grades Education
Students are placed with selected master teachers for an entire semester during which time they are teaching in the curriculum areas for which they are seeking certification. During the semester the apprentice teacher, under the supervision of the master teacher, assumes the responsibilities of professional teaching practice. During this semester apprentices meet regularly with the master teachers and university coordinators in seminar to examine issues and problems of practice. Students reflect on and synthesize the conceptual and theoretical constructs of pedagogy with the complexity of practice. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all components of middle grades sequence.
Introduces students to issues and competencies that are central to a commissioned officer’s responsibilities. Establishes framework for understanding officership, leadership, and Army values followed by “life skills” such as physical fitness and time management. This course is designed to give the cadet insight into the Army profession and the officer’s role within the Army. Open to all students.
Establishes foundation of basic leadership fundamentals such as problem solving, communications, briefings and effective writing, goal setting, techniques for improving listening and speaking skills and an introduction to counseling.
A study of a leader of a small organization. A practical exercise for the student to learn how to plan, organize, execute tasks, manage time and make sound decisions. Enrolled/contracted ROTC cadets can participate in a weekend exercise to put all skills to practice.
Study examines how to build successful teams, various methods for influencing action, effective communication in setting and achieving goals, the importance of timing the decision, creativity in the problem solving process, and obtaining team buy-in through immediate feedback.
Students conduct self-assessment of leadership style, develop a personal fitness regimen, and learn to plan and conduct individual/small group tactical training while testing reasoning and problem-solving techniques. Students will receive direct feedback on leadership abilities. Students will also receive an introduction to the basic fundamentals of military map reading and land navigation. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Department Chair.
Examines the role of communications, values, and ethics in effective leadership. Topics include ethical decision-making, consideration of others, spirituality in the military, and a survey of Army leadership doctrine. Emphasis on improving oral and written communication abilities and improving land navigation as applied with the military small unit leader. Includes further development of small unit tactics, leadership skills, and physical conditioning. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Department Chair.
MILS 3060 - Leadership Training Course Summer Internship
A five week summer internship conducted at Fort Knox, KY. Students participate in physical training, land navigation, weapons and tactics, and leadership development. Successful completion qualifies individuals to validate or compete for a two year scholarship. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Department Chair. 2.5 GPA for scholarship.
Develops student proficiency in planning and executing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and mentoring subordinates. Students explore training management, methods of effective staff collaboration, and developmental counseling techniques.
Focuses on completing the transition from cadet to Lieutenant. Study includes case study analysis of military law and practical exercises on establishing an ethical command climate. Students must complete a semester long Senior Leadership Project that requires them to plan, organize, collaborate, analyze, and demonstrate their leadership skills.
A five week summer internship conducted at Fort Lewis, WA. Students participate in physical training, land navigation, weapons and tactics, and leadership development. The final camp score is part of the student’s accessions packet for service in the Army.
An intensive/detailed study of an Army military battle. Study involves current Army doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures and how commanders won or lost the battle. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Department Chair.
Prerequisite: Completion of 1st year biomedical sciences graduate core curriculum.
Strategies of communication at various levels of biological organization. Covers intracellular communication, communication between cells in multi-cellular organisms, and interactions between organisms in a group or ecosystem. Focuses on emergent properties of complex systems.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Repeat Status: No
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
Prerequisite: Completion of 1st year biomedical sciences graduate core curriculum.
This course covers a variety of current topics centered on specific human diseases with a molecular aspect to diagnosis or treatment. Clinical case presentations form the starting point for an interactive discussion of the interface between basic research and clinical medicine. The course emphasizes acquisition of skills in interpreting cutting-edge primary scientific literature, and synthesizing this knowledge with real-world patient care.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
Repeat Status: No
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
Prerequisite: Completion of 1st year biomedical sciences graduate core curriculum, and be in good standing in one of the biomedical sciences PhD programs. Total class enrollment will be limited to 10 students and preference will be given to students in the neurobiologically oriented graduate program.
This course will cover current topics in neurobiology including developmental neurobiology, intracellular and intercellular communication, neurodegeneration and other diseases of the nervous system. The course will emphasize an understanding of the neurochemical and molecular mechanisms under normal conditions and leading to dysfunction. The course will focus on developing a critical understanding of the current scientific literature in neurobiology and preparing the students for careers in neurobiological research.
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
MOLM 8130 - Advanced Topics in Molecular and Cellular Immunology
Prerequisite: Completion of 1st year biomedical sciences graduate core curriculum. Also open to medical students with interests in basic immunology.
This course will cover current topics in immunology including tolerance, thymocytes development, lymphocyte activation, immunological memory, cell adhesion and cell cycle control. The course will emphasize an understanding of the molecular mechanisms of immune responses and will focus on gaining a critical understanding of the on gaining a critical understanding of the current scientific literature in immunology.
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
This course requires permanent assignment to a specific lab with a faculty advisor and a defined research project. The student works under the mentorship of his/her faculty thesis advisor to define, develop, and carry out the basic study of a research problem of interest to both student and advisor. This course is designed to develop the experience, understanding, and skills to conduct and assess original, independent research in biomedical science. This course is typically taken more than one time and culminates in the final semester in the preparation and defense of a MS thesis.
MOLM 9010 - Advanced Seminar in Molecular Medicine
Prerequisite: Completion of 1st year biomedical sciences graduate core curriculum.
Seminar-style course covers a single, current topic in Molecular Medicine.
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
Prerequisites: Entry into the Molecular Medicine graduate program. Required course for all Molecular Medicine students each fall semester until completion of the dissertation defense.
This course will provide training in critical evaluation of basic biomedical research. Students will be expected to attend seminars given by both internal and external speakers to provide written summaries of some of the topics presented. This course is offered in the fall semester.
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
Prerequisites: Entry into the Molecular Medicine graduate program. Required course for all Molecular Medicine students each spring semester until completion of the dissertation defense.
This course will provide training in critical evaluation of basic biomedical research. Students will be expected to attend seminars given by both internal and external speakers and to provide written summaries of some of the topics presented. This course is offered in the spring semester.
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
This course will provide 1) In-depth discussion of current topics in Molecular Medicine; 2) The opportunity to critically evaluate and present current papers; 3) Discussion of current techniques in the field; and 4) Faculty mentoring of students in career skills (e.g. searching for postdoc positions, job interviews, balancing family and science). Each week the discussion will focus on a current scientific paper, classic techniques paper, or opinion paper, depending on the goal described above. Each senior student (third year plus) will select and present a paper to the class. Presentations will be followed by a class discussion. Feedback on student performance will be provided by the faculty mentor assigned to the topic. Discussions of current techniques and career skills will be led by faculty experts. This course will enhance students’ ability to analyze and present scientific literature.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
Program Restrictions: DPHIL_MOLM-Molecular Medicine
Prerequisites: Admission to a graduate program.
This course is a laboratory rotation course that allows students to spend time during their first year in a faculty member’s lab and prior to completion of the second qualifying examination.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Credit Hours: 1 TO 12 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0
Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Major Restrictions: Molecular Medicine Program Restrictions: DPHIL_MOLM-Molecular Medicine Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
Prerequisites: Permanent assignment to a specific lab with a major advisor and a defined research project.
After successful completion of the second qualifying examination, the student works closely with his/her major advisor on an in-depth study of a research problem of interest to both student and advisor. This course culminates in the preparation of a PhD dissertation.
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Credit Hours: 1 TO 12 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0
Repeat Status: No
College Restrictions: The Graduate School Major Restrictions: Molecular Medicine Program Restrictions: DPHIL_MOLM-Molecular Medicine Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy