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    May 11, 2024  
2019-2020 Augusta University Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Augusta University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Teacher Education

  
  • EDTD 6001 - Theory into Practice I (2 Credit Hours)



    The purpose of this course is to expose practicing teachers to various types of current educational research, critical analysis of research evidence, reflective practices, and concept application.


    Lecture Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6002 - Theory into Practice II (1 Credit Hour)



    This course is taken in the final semester of the M.Ed. in Instruction program and is intended to guide the student through active reflection of concepts learned throughout the program with consideration given to application in the classroom. The student submits the final key assessment for the program.


    Lecture Hours: 1

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6003 - Induction Practicum (1 TO 6 Credit Hours)



    Effective Teacher Induction programs have an impact on teacher effectiveness, teacher retention and teacher leadership, all of which will have an impact on student learning and growth. The purpose of this course is to provide high-quality and well-planned induction experiences to support induction-phased teachers. The course will provide high-quality professional learning that is regularly assessed using multiple sources of data such as self-assessment, observations, and documentation.


    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 6

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 2
    Program Restrictions: 1MED-INSR-MED-Instruction
    Schedule Type: Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6011 - Instructional Technology Applications (3 Credit Hours)



    This course will examine and evaluate seven basic technology strands as they relate to the instructional process: (1) curriculum integration, (2) productivity, (3) operating systems and networking, (4) telecommunications and on-line services, (5) distance learning-exploration, (6) multimedia/presentations, (7) desktop publishing. Students previously successfully completing EDTD 3011 or the equivalent test-out may not take EDTD 6011.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • EDTD 6033 - Integrative STEM/STEAM Education: A Pedagogical Approach (3 Credit Hours)



    EDTD 6033 will help students learn the definitions of STEM literacy and integrative STEM/STEAM (iSTEM/iSTEAM) education. Additionally, students will study strategies that support such an approach to teaching and learning. Strategies will include, but not be limited to, project-based learning, problem-based learning, place-based education and design-based learning. Thus, candidates will be prepared to demonstrate their understandings of STEM education as a transdisciplinary, collaborative endeavor through classroom and/or curricular applications (GA 505-3-1, 3 & 4).


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching


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  • EDTD 6044 - Integrative STEM/STEAM Education: Driving Forces (3 Credit Hours)



    EDTD 6044 introduces the concepts of grand challenges, essential and driving questions, technology and engineering (T/E) based design thinking, artistic based design thinking, creative thinking, model-based reasoning, computational reasoning, complex systems thinking, quantitative reasoning, wonderment and awe in order to prepare candidates to use STEM and STEM related pedagogical practices to engage learners in the ways of thinking and habits of mind used in STEM and STEM related disciplines (GA 505-3-2 & 4).


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: EDTD6033 >= C
    Repeat Status: No Co-Requisites: EDTD6033
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6055 - Integrative STEM/STEAM Education: Clinical Experience (3 Credit Hours)



    EDTD 6055 will provide candidates authentic experiences in STEM/STEAM related careers and design tasks in which to observe, practice, reflect upon and deepen understandings of integrative STEM/STEAM education in preparation for implementation.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: EDTD6033 >= C and EDTD6044 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching


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  • EDTD 6100 - Research in Content Area Instruction (3 Credit Hours)



    Students in this course will examine current research and initiative concerning content area education. The philosophical underspinnings of a variety of curricular and instructional aproaches will be examined. Results of these studies will be compared to the recommendations made in current research studies in various content area fields.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education, Master of Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6110 - Curriculum in Theory and Practice (3 Credit Hours)



    This course explores the theoretical frameworks that inform various instructional models, historical and contemporary issues in curriculum development, and the nature and purpose of curriculum change. In addition, theoretical constructs and philosophical frameworks that undergird modern classroom instruction and assessment practices will be examined. Candidates in this course will apply curriculum theory and conceptual frameworks to design and develop content-specific curriculum. This course should be taken by the end of the second semester in the program.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Master of Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6120 - Basic Instruction in Literacy (3 Credit Hours)



    This course focuses on current research regarding effective instructional strategies in the area of reading. It is intended for students who have never had a course in literacy instruction or who have had one more than five years ago. Informal assessment and authentic assessment are included. This course is required for the Reading Endorsement.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Master of Arts in Teaching
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 6131 - Research in Social Studies Education (3 Credit Hours)



    This course will examine research in strategic learning and schema theory and the implications for social science curriculum and instruction.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education, Master of Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • EDTD 6222 - Current Best Practices in Literacy (3 Credit Hours)



    This course focuses on helping teachers learn to implement current best instructional practice in literacy in their classrooms. It will emphasize assessment and remediation for students experiencing literacy difficulties. This is the second course of the Reading Endorsement series.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: EDTD6120 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Master of Arts in Teaching
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • EDTD 6223 - Applications of Effective Reading Strategies (3 Credit Hours)



    This course will examine best reading practices in schools, implementation of these practices in classrooms, and the research upon which they are founded. These practices will include, but will not be limited to, the following: assessment and remediation, content area reading, and program planning at the classroom and school levels. Educational theory and practice will come together to enable students to development strategies to employ best reading practices within their field and classroom. Prerequisite(s): EDTD 6120 and EDTD 6222 – If this course is to be used to fulfill M.Ed. program requirements, admission to graduate program required.


    Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 4

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: EDTD6120 >= C and EDTD6222 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education, Master of Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 6224 - Literacy in the Content Areas (3 Credit Hours)



    This course will address literacy strategies and skills in content areas/disciplines to enhance learning and student understanding. Emphasis is placed on research-based instructional strategies that facilitate cross-content literacy.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • EDTD 6225 - Reading Across Curriculum (3 Credit Hours)



    Designed for content area teachers (grades 4-12) who wish to improve their students’ ability to read and comprehend subject area materials. Emphasis is placed upon teaching for understanding by taking advantage of the contributions of literacy processes (listening, speaking, thinking, and reading) to content area achievement. Topics include readability of texts; vocabulary development; trade books; strategies to improve reading in math, science, social studies, literature, physical and health education; study techniques; and assessment.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6228 - Using Children’s Literature in the Classroom (3 Credit Hours)



    This course is designed to familiarize students with a variety of current literature for children and young adolescents. Students will design strategies for utilizing literature in the classroom as a basis for sound language arts instruction and as a means to integrate reading and literature throughout the curriculum and across various content areas. Issues of student motivation, meeting adolescent needs, reading instruction, response to literature, connections to writing and assessment will be addressed.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 6228 - Using Children’s Literature in the Classroom 3



    This course is designed to familiarize students with a variety of current literature for children and young adolescents. Students will design strategies for utilizing literature in the classroom as a basis for sound language arts instruction and as a means to integrate reading and literature throughout the curriculum and across various content areas. Issues of student motivation, meeting adolescent needs, reading instruction, response to literature, connections to writing and assessment will be addressed.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 6228 - Using Children’s Literature in the Classroom 3



    This course is designed to familiarize students with a variety of current literature for children and young adolescents. Students will design strategies for utilizing literature in the classroom as a basis for sound language arts instruction and as a means to integrate reading and literature throughout the curriculum and across various content areas. Issues of student motivation, meeting adolescent needs, reading instruction, response to literature, connections to writing and assessment will be addressed.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 6256 - Writing Theory (3 Credit Hours)



    This course will examine general theories of writing instruction and composition. In addition, writing theory as it relates to classroom writing instruction will be addressed and the theories that undergird best instructional practices in writing will be explored in detail.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    College Restrictions: College of Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Seminar - Small Group


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  • EDTD 6257 - Best Practice in Writing Instruction (3 Credit Hours)



    This course will examine best practices in writing instruction. Strategies for teaching writing will be explored in depth. Cross curricular writing strategies will be addressed.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: EDTD6256
    Repeat Status: No
    College Restrictions: College of Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Seminar - Small Group


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  • EDTD 6259 - Applications of Effective Writing Instruction 3



    This course is the culminating component of the Writing Certificate. It will examine best writing practices in schools, implementation of these practices in classrooms, assessment in writing, and writing theory as it relates to practice. Educational theory and practice will come together to enable students to develop strategies and employ best writing practices.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: EDTD6258
    Repeat Status: No
    College Restrictions: College of Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Seminar - Small Group


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  • EDTD 6276 - ESOL Methods, Materials, and Assessment in Content Classrooms (3 Credit Hours)



    This course provides an understanding of research, theory, methods, assessments, and materials for teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and first-hand experience working with ELLs in K-12 schools. This course is one of the three courses for the add-on ESOL endorsement for certified teachers. Prerequisite: Teaching Certificate


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    College Restrictions: College of Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic


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  • EDTD 6277 - Understanding Cultural Issues and Ethics in ESOL Education (3 Credit Hours)



    This course explores how teachers and school communities can effectively provide and support meaningful American school experiences of ESOL (English Speakers of Other Language) students and their families. This course is one of three courses for the add-on ESOL endorsement. Prerequisite: Teaching Certificate


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    College Restrictions: College of Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • EDTD 6362 - Advanced Instructional Strategies (3 Credit Hours)



    This course is designed to familiarize and enable students to utilize research-based instructional strategies for the middle grades. Instructional strategies include project-based, placed-based, active, technological, inquiry, concept-based, and design based learning, among others. Research on instructional strategies that work will be translated into practice across content areas. Reflection and critical analysis will combine in order for teachers to apply these strategies within their own classrooms, schools, and districts.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 6363 - Social Interactive Models of Teaching (3 Credit Hours)



    This course is designed to help teachers develop teaching/learning strategies and to integrate curriculum in their classrooms. Emphasis is placed upon helping teachers to adapt strategies, choose materials, and design units that integrate subject areas across a non-textbook based, student-centered curriculum.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 6364 - Introduction to Teaching (3 Credit Hours)



    This course is designed to help teachers develop knowledge of theory and practices necessary to plan and implement curriculum for individual children and groups; to systematically develop and conduct assessments of individual children; and to engage in reflection about their practices. This course is designed for the Master of Arts in Teaching programs only.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Master of Arts in Teaching
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 6381 - Assessment and Differentiation (3 Credit Hours)



    This course examines the theoretical frameworks that inform assessment practices. Candidates will utilize data derived from a variety of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments to plan, guide, inform, and differentiate instruction. This course is designed to examine current trends and proven practices in educational assessment. Participants will evaluate a variety of approaches recommended for both traditional and alternative approaches to assessment of student achievement.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education, Master of Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6410 - Applied Research in Curriculum and Instruction (3 Credit Hours)



    Students will conduct research, analyze data, and apply best practice to the development and implementation of improvement in curriculum and instruction. This will be accomplished through action research used to investigate a significant question or issue related to teaching in Pre-K-12 schools.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: EDUC6021 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education, Master of Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6416 - Advanced Instructional Technology (3 Credit Hours)



    This course focuses on technology resources and integration strategies for several different content areas with special emphasis on incorporating the current trends toward thematic, interdisciplinary instruction. Students will dive deeply into the Internet as a tool for inquiry and develop web based activity units that will provide children with opportunities for seeking the information needed for authentic problem-solving projects.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: EDTD6011 >= B
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 6432 - Diversity in Education (3 Credit Hours)



    The course introduces the historical development and conceptualization of multicultural education. Based on the examination of the ways institutional oppression impacts the education system and teaching practice, students explore their values and identities as socially responsible, multicultural educators and elaborate on effective teaching practices to promote equity and diversity through content area teaching and nurturing culturally inclusive school environments.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 6461 - Critical Issues in Middle/Secondary Education (3 Credit Hours)



    The Critical Issues in Education course presents an introduction to 4-20 education developments, opportunities, and challenges in Georgia and in the United States from both discipline-based and integrative approaches including political, technological, and curricular trends. Students will examine current initiatives and modern educational considerations pertaining to policy, structure, process, and student learning, exploring the theoretical foundations of the trends as well as the pedagogical practices aligned with the trends.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6471 - Issues in Early Childhood Education (3 Credit Hours)



    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6481 - Enhancing Student Performance (3 Credit Hours)



    The course will emphasize strategies for adapting curriculum, instruction, resources, and assessments in order to maximize learning. The course will provide educators with ways to identify, analyze, and use results from multiple assessments to plan instruction aimed at enhancing and demonstrating learning. The course will familiarize and enable students to utilize research –based instructional strategies for early childhood education.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6491 - Advanced Instructional Management (3 Credit Hours)



    This is an advanced course in effective classroom management for experienced K-12 educators. The primary focus is on using current learning theory and research to design, implement, and assess highly effective instructional management. This course will address the use of performance data to make decisions and adjustments to individualized classroom management for instructional improvement.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6500 - Exploring P-12 Computer Science Standards and Curriculum (3 Credit Hours)



    This is the first course in the Computer Science Endorsement. The course includes an introduction to the Georgia P-12 Computer Science Standards and exploration of resources for curriculum and instruction that align and support the use of the standards.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6501 - P-12 Computer Science Education and Pedagogy I (3 Credit Hours)



    This is the second course in the Georgia P-12 Computer Science Endorsement. The focus of the course is continued development of computer science content knowledge, design of instructional units, and ability to deliver computer science instruction.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: EDTD6500 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6502 - P-12 Computer Science Education and Pedagogy II (3 Credit Hours)



    This is the final course in the Georgia P-12 Computer Science Endorsement. The focus of the course is continued development of computer science content knowledge, the design of semester plans, instructional units, and the ability to deliver computer science instruction.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: EDTD6501 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 6905 - Seminar in Field Studies (1 TO 6 Credit Hours)



    This course is designed to be an intensive review of classroom management strategies, professional responsibilities, time management, instructional strategies, and MAT portfolio requirements. This course is designed to meet the individual needs of the student and correct deficiencies noted during the Practicum experience. An extended field experience will also be required during this courses. The number of hours will be determined by the Instructor. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.


    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 6

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 6950 - Current Trends and Issues (1 TO 6 Credit Hours)



    A variable content course intended to meet the needs and interests of graduate students in selected areas of education. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chair.


    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 6

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 7160 - Curriculum Design and Program Assessment (3 Credit Hours)



    This course will examine and analyze the following core elements of curriculum design: conceptual purpose, content, coherence, articulation within a subject area across grade levels, and across subjects, alignment with both achievement standards and achievement assessments. Program assessment will be examined with particular attention to how it differs from but is relevant to student performance assessment.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Thesis


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  • EDTD 7162 - Advanced Topics in English Education (3 Credit Hours)



    This course will examine current research, practices, and issues in language arts/English education as delineated in journal readings, conference proceedings, and other relevant sources. Students will synthesize these findings and will determine implications for curriculum and instruction in language arts. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Ed.S. Program or permission of the instructor.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • EDTD 7163 - Advanced Topics in Social Science Education (3 Credit Hours)



    This course will examine current research, practices, and issues in social science education as delineated in journal readings, conference proceedings, and other relevant sources. Students will synthesize these findings and will determine implications for curriculum and instruction in social science. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Ed.S. Program or permission of the instructor.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 7164 - Advanced Topics in Science Education (3 Credit Hours)



    This course will examine current research, practices, and issues in science education as delineated in journal readings, conference proceedings, and other relevant sources. Students will synthesize these findings and will determine implications for curriculum and instruction in the natural sciences. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Ed.S. Program or permission of the instructor.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • EDTD 7165 - Advanced Topics in Mathematics Education (3 Credit Hours)



    This course will examine current research, practices, and issues in mathematics education as delineated in journal readings, conference proceedings, and other relevant sources. Students will synthesize these findings and will determine implications for curriculum and instruction in mathematics. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Ed.S. Program or permission of the instructor.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching


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  • EDTD 7210 - Issues and Trends In Middle Grades Education (3 Credit Hours)



    This course examines current issues and trends related to Middle Grades Education, including issues of school reform, implementing best practices, assessment, accountability, and teaming and collaborating with parents and other members of the school community.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • EDTD 7221 - Authentic Literacy Assessment (3 Credit Hours)



    This course is designed to teach educators how to assess what goes on in classrooms where reading and writing for real purposes is the norm. It will involve study of the evolution of literacy assessment from standardized tests to informal tests to criterion-referenced tests and authentic assessment.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 7222 - Engaging Students in Literacy (3 Credit Hours)



    This course will concentrate on interpreting available research on motivation to read. In addition, finding and using motivational materials that are also instructionally sound will be studied.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • EDTD 7364 - Impacting Instruction (3 Credit Hours)



    This course will focus on a variety of instructional techniques and strategies to promote content knowledge acquisition, conceptual knowledge acquisition, skill based knowledge and critical thinking. The practicality and applicability of various instructional strategies will also be addressed.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • EDTD 7909 - Thesis I (1 TO 3 Credit Hours)



    Students will carry out empirical research that represents the application of theory, the extension of research, or the development of creative approaches to aspects of teaching and learning. Students will describe in a thesis the results of their research.


    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: EDUC7021 >= C
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • EDTD 7910 - Thesis II (3 Credit Hours)



    This course is a continuation of EDTD 7909. Students will carry out empirical research that represents the application of theory, the extension of research, or the development of creative approaches to aspects of teaching and learning. Students will describe in a thesis the results of their research, and will orally defend the thesis.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: EDTD7909 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • EDTD 7950 - Advanced Topics in Content Area Instruction (1 TO 6 Credit Hours)



    A variable content course intended to meet the needs and interests of graduate students in selected areas of education.


    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 6

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 98
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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Theatre

  
  • THEA 1100 - Theatre Appreciation (3 Credit Hours)



    Survey and appreciation of theatre as a literary and performing art. Introduction to and improvement of critical and aesthetic evaluation of theatrical performances, including the contributions of the playwright, the actor, the director, the designer, and the audience member.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • THEA 2000 - Approaches to Acting (3 Credit Hours)



    An introduction to the craft of the actor, including training in voice, movement, emotional sensitivity, improvisation, and scene study.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • THEA 2010 - Performance Composition (3 Credit Hours)



    An introduction to composing and performing original texts for the stage.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • THEA 3000 - Voice and Movement (3 Credit Hours)



    This course helps students to develop fundamentals of voice and movement in performance, including breathing, kinesthetic awareness, vocal placement and resonance, physical performance, and integration of vocal and physical elements of performance.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • THEA 3010 - Writing for the Stage (3 Credit Hours)



    A workshop int he writing of one-act and full-length plays. Topics include dramatic theory, plot structure, character, dialogue, naturalism, symbolism, theme, production problems, and manuscript format. Students will write a one-act play or a short screen play.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • THEA 3020 - Directing for the Stage (3 Credit Hours)



    This course explores the theory and practice of directing diverse texts for the stage.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • THEA 3100 - History of Performance (3 Credit Hours)



    This course provides a survey of a particular era or event in theater and/or performance history.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • THEA 3200 - Scenography (3 Credit Hours)



    This course introduces students to the theoretical, practical, and technical elements, in the creation and execution of the theatrical stage production.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • THEA 4000 - Performance Theory and Practice (3 Credit Hours)



    Advanced study of selected theater and performance theories and methods.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • THEA 4150 - Performance Studies (3 Credit Hours)



    This course examines performance as a way of knowing and understanding the world and as a critical tool for engaging, analyzing, and creating aesthetic texts.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • THEA 4990 - Undergraduate Research in Performance (3 Credit Hours)



    This course provides students with an undergraduate immersion in theater and performance research and creative scholarship. Students will develop and produce a theater performance project for public presentation or exhibition.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (THEA2000 >= C and THEA2010 >= C and THEA3000 >= C) and (THEA3010 >= C or THEA3020 >= C)
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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Traditional Chi Med

  
  • CTCM 4000 - Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine (1 Credit Hour)



    Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is one of the most famous traditional medicines in the world. Its history, special theories, and effective treatment methods such as acupuncture, Chinese herbs, and physical exercises will be introduced.


    Lecture Hours: 1

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Program Restrictions: CERG_TDCM-Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • CTCM 7000 - Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine (1 Credit Hour)



    Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is one of the most famous traditional medicines in the world. Its glorious history, special theories, effective treatment methods, such as acupuncture, Chinese herbs and physical exercises will be introduced in this course to arise your interest by professionals from China.


    Lecture Hours: 1

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Program Restrictions: CERG_TDCM-Traditional Chinese Medicine Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester, Professional Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • CTCM 7010 - Applied Traditional Chiniese Medicine (2 Credit Hours)



    Taught by distinguished Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) faculty and clinicians, this course enables you to apply TCM to daily life. You’ll learn how to eat, exercise, and treat yourself for minor health issues (e.g., headache, insomnia, stomach ache, etc.) according to: your constitution type, the season of the year, and TCM theories (I.E., yin-yang, 5 elements, qi, blood, etc.).


    Lecture Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: CTCM7000 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Program Restrictions: CERG_TDCM-Traditional Chinese Medicine Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester, Professional Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • CTCM 7020 - Meridians and Acupoints (2 Credit Hours)



    Taught by distinguished Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) faculty and clinicians, this course will familiarize students with 14 meridians and some of the most commonly used acupoints in accupuncture and Tuina practice.


    Lecture Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: CTCM7010 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Program Restrictions: CERG_TDCM-Traditional Chinese Medicine Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester, Professional Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • CTCM 7030 - Acupuncture Techniques and Treatment (2 Credit Hours)



    Taught by distinguished Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) faculty and clinicians, this course will familiarize you with typical acupuncture techniques and the treatment of over a dozen diseases/conditions. Non health-professions students need instructor approval to register.


    Lecture Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: CTCM7020 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Program Restrictions: CERG_TDCM-Traditional Chinese Medicine Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester, Professional Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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Treatment Planning

  
  • TXPL 5001 - Treatment Planning I (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 1

    Grade Mode: Normal
    Repeat Status: No
    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • TXPL 5002 - Treatment Planning II (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 1

    Grade Mode: Normal
    Repeat Status: No
    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • TXPL 5602 - Treatment Planning II (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 1

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Repeat Status: No
    Major Restrictions: Advanced Standing DMD
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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Undergraduate Research

  
  • CURS 2990 - Undergraduate Research and Scholarship I (0 Credit Hours)



    This course is designed to give undergraduate students the opportunity to complete undergraduate research and/or creative activity in any discipline. The research and/or creative activity can be outside of the student’s chosen major and can take place on either the Summerville or Health Sciences campus. The student and faculty member should agree upon a weekly and/or semester schedule. Roles and expectations of each member of the project should be outlined as well. This is a zero credit hour course.


    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Supervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one)


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  • CURS 3990 - Undergraduate Research and Scholarship II (0 Credit Hours)



    This course is designed to give undergraduate students the opportunity to complete undergraduate research and/or creative activity in any discipline. The research and/or creative activity can be outside of the student’s chosen major and can take place on either the Summerville or Health Sciences campus. The student and faculty member should agree upon a weekly and/or semester schedule. Roles and expectations of each member of the project should be outlined as well. This is a zero credit hour course.


    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Supervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one)


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  • CURS 4990 - Undergraduate Research and Scholarship III (0 Credit Hours)



    This course is designed to give undergraduate students the opportunity to complete undergraduate research and/or creative activity in any discipline. The research and/or creative activity can be outside of the student’s chosen major and can take place on either the Summerville or Health Sciences campus. The student and faculty member should agree upon a weekly and/or semester schedule. Roles and expectations of each member of the project should be outlined as well. This is a zero credit hour course.


    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Supervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one)


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Urology

  
  • RURO 5000 - Urology (27 Credit Hours)



    Lecture Hours: 10 Lab Hours: 4 Other Contact Hours: 40

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    College Restrictions: Residents
    Schedule Type: Internship/Practicum


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Vascular Biology

  
  • VBIO 8010 - Methods in Cardiovascular Research (3 Credit Hours)



    An in-depth study of vascular biology with a focus on state of the art techniques and methodology.  A mixture of didactic learning and data analytical techniques in silico will be imployed. Completion of 1st year. Biomedical Sciences graduate core curriculum or consent of course director.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    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
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • VBIO 8020 - New Frontiers in Vascular Biology (2 Credit Hours)



    An in-depth study of vascular biology based on the current literature. Emphasis will be given to novel theories of mechanisms regulating vascular function along with state-of-the-art methodologies, concepts and trends in vascular biology research. A range of standard topics will be covered along with the introduction of new material each time the course is presented. See course director for details. Prerequisites: Completion of 1st year Biomedical sciences graduate core curriculum or consent of course director.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    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
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic


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  • VBIO 8130 - Modern Drug Discovery and Development (3 Credit Hours)



    This 3 credit hour course is interdisciplinary with an emphasis on current techniques, concepts and trends in drug discovery and development today. Strategies for deciphering a drug target and for discovering new classes of drugs and therapies will be the main themes of the course.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    College Restrictions: The Graduate School Program Restrictions: DPHIL_VBIO-Vascular Biology Campus Restrictions: Main Campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • VBIO 8140 - Cell Signaling in Vascular Biology (2 Credit Hours)



    An in-depth study of cell signaling in vascular biology based on the current literature. Emphasis will be given to state-of-the-art methodology and novel theories as it pertains to the mechanisms of cell signaling in vascular biology.


    Lecture Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    College Restrictions: The Graduate School Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • VBIO 8300 - Thesis Research (1 TO 12 Credit Hours)



    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.


    Lab Hours: 1 TO 12

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Program Restrictions: MS_VBIO-Vascular Biology
    Schedule Type: Thesis


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  • VBIO 9010 - Seminar in Vascular Biology (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 30 Other Contact Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main Campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
    Schedule Type: Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic


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  • VBIO 9020 - Vascular Biology Journal Club (1 Credit Hour)



    Weekly presentation and discussion of recent journal articles in the field of vascular biology. All students enrolled will be required to present at least one journal paper per semester and will be expected to lead the discussion and answer questions in relation to the specific background, method, results, discussion and conclusions as it relates to the paper and field in general.


    Lecture Hours: 1

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main Campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
    Schedule Type: Seminar - Small Group


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  • VBIO 9210 - Investigation of a Problem in Vascular Biology (1 TO 12 Credit Hours)



    Laboratory rotation course where the student works with individual faculty members on a specific research topic. This provides as introduction to techniques utilized in the laboratory as well as in introduction to the scientific method.


    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 30 Other Contact Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    College Restrictions: The Graduate School Major Restrictions: Vascular Biology Program Restrictions: DPHIL_VBIO-Vascular Biology Campus Restrictions: Main Campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
    Schedule Type: Supervised Lab/Clinic


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  • VBIO 9300 - Research in Vascular Biology (1 TO 12 Credit Hours)



    Enrollment in Vascular Biology Graduate Program and permanent assignment to a specific laboratory with faculty advisor and defined research project. The student works closely with his/her faculty thesis/dissertation mentor on an in-depth study of a research question of interest to both student and mentor. This course culminates in the preparation of a PhD dissertation and a thesis defense.Enrollment in VBIO 9300 requires official admission to candidacy.


    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 30 Other Contact Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    College Restrictions: The Graduate School Major Restrictions: Vascular Biology Program Restrictions: DPHIL_VBIO-Vascular Biology Campus Restrictions: Main Campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
    Schedule Type: Supervised Lab/Clinic


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  • VBIO 9310 - Modern Drug Discovery and Development for the Physician (1 Credit Hour)



    The course is interdisciplinary with an emphasis on current techniques, concepts, and trends in drug discovery and development today. The course presents information on how drugs are developed from concept all the way through clinical trials. Lecturers include numerous guest faculty from outside MCG who are currently working in the industry.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Repeat Status: No
    College Restrictions: The Graduate School Major Restrictions: Vascular Biology Campus Restrictions: Main Campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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Wellness

  
  • WELL 1000 - Wellness (2 Credit Hours)



    A lecture/activity course that integrates the physical, mental, social, and environmental aspects of wellness. Healthy lifestyle choices are encouraged through education and fitness wellness assessment. NOTE: This course does not count as a 1-hour activity elective.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • WELL 1011 - Badminton (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1012 - Beginning Golf (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1013 - Advanced Golf (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1017 - Pickleball (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1018 - One Wall Handball (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1019 - Tennis (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1022 - Rock Climbing/Orienteering (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1023 - Hiking, Backpacking and Camping (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1024 - Yoga (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1025 - Tai Chi (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1026 - Self Defense (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1028 - Orienteering (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1029 - Beginning Fishing (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1030 - Backyard Games (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • WELL 1031 - International Games (1 Credit Hour)



    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation
    Fee Detail Code Description
    Wellness Activity Fee COE
    Fee Amount
    20
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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