EDES 767 - (3) (Y)
Computer Courseware Design
Prerequisites: EDES 562, EDES 766, and permission of instructor
Course continues the review of hypermedia authoring techniques.
Courseware development tools presented in the previous course
are used to design and implement a complete unit of interactive
instruction. Methods underlying design and evaluation of effective
interactive software are addressed throughout the course.
EDES 768 - (3) (Y)
Interactive Videodisc Technologies: I. Design and Utilization
Prerequisites: EDES 549, EDES 562, and EDES 760 or permission
of instructor
Building on instructional design, video production, and computer
skills, this course introduces the use of interactive technologies
(computer, videodisc, compact-disc) for instruction. Existing
interactive products are examined and design techniques discussed.
Students work in small project teams to design, develop, and evaluate
a unit of interactive instruction. Due to the nature of interactive
development, this is a time-consuming course.
EDES 774 - (3) (Y)
Seminar in Instructional Technology
There are four background segments of this course: History,
Current Issues, Specializations and Competencies and International
Perspectives. These four units have been designed to provide all
IT majors with the requisite professional understanding of their
discipline's heritage. Following the above, there are units that
guide the participants through the exploration of the application
of specific media to the instruction process. These will include
research on media, selection, utilization and evaluation as well
as the relevant characteristics of the media.
EDES 775 - (3) (S)
Social Foundations of Education
Introduction to the scope and nature of education in American
society as reflected in the historical, sociological and philosophical
forces affecting the school and other social institutions. Primary
emphasis upon contemporary educational problems.
EDES 776 - (3) (Y)
History of American Education
Development of education in the United States since colonial
times. Primary stress on social-historical forces and ideological
concepts which determined the direction and nature of education
in the United States to the present.
EDES 777 - (3) (Y)
Philosophy of Education
Inquiry into the applicability to present problems of
selected philosophical themes and approaches. Issues considered:
conceptions of pupils, theories of learning and teaching, educational
equity and justice, indoctrination and the adequacy of educational
research itself.
EDES 778 - (3) (Y)
Sociology of Education
Study of sociological theory and research which applies
to a systematic analysis of education as its functions in modern
society. Selected social and educational problems are discussed
to interpret the sociological nature of the educational process
and the role of the school as a complex social organization. Research
of educational outcomes and consequences is considered. The effects
of school on social stratification are also considered.
EDES 779 - (3) (Y)
Anthropology of Education
Analysis of education and development in primitive and
modern societies interpreted from an anthropological perspective.
International studies from the Eastern and Western worlds are
examined to assess the nature and process of education and cultural
change.
EDES 780 - (3-6) (Y)
Comparative Education
Analysis of the relationship between education and society
through a study of social, political, and economic determinants
of education in selected foreign countries and the United States.
The role of education in political socialization, national development,
and foreign policy formation is examined.
EDES 781 - (3-6) (IR)
Soviet Education
Survey of Soviet society, culture, and education. The
major objective is to interpretatively assess Soviet politics,
society, social structure, and their interrelationships with formal
and informal process of education.
EDES 782 - (3-6) (IR)
Asian Education
Study of the nature and scope of educational planning
in selected Asian countries. The planning process is explored
in terms of education and nation-building, economic investment
in education, educational policy formation, extension and diversification
of educational opportunities, and the education of modern elites.
EDES 783 - (3) (IR)
Aesthetics and Education
Interdisciplinary endeavor which consider aesthetics as
more than a specialized philosophical study of fine arts, and
education as wider than the school or college. Study includes
historical and theoretical understandings, cultural and public
dimensions of aesthetics and education, psychological considerations,
as well as the discipline of various art forms. The seminar surveys
the field and analyzes the role of aesthetics in education.
EDES 784 - (3) (IR)
Futurism and Education
An inter-disciplinary approach to focus on the theoretical
contests of the future; the science and practice of futurism;
the nature of the human condition; trends and projections of the
future; ethical considerations; teaching strategies; and educational
policy for the future.
EDES 785 - (3) (Y)
Seminar
Section 1 - Problems in Educational Studies
Section 2 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Introduction to artificial intelligence for those in education
and the behavioral sciences. Topics: problem-solving and planning,
knowledge representation, natural language and understanding,
intelligent tutoring systems, and expert systems. Works back and
forth between theoretical concepts and practical implementation
of these ideas. The Prolog computer language is used for building
working models.
EDES 788 - (3) (Y)
Field Project
Field based, action research project, designed to explore
a contemporary education problem.
EDES 789 - (1-3) (Y)
Social Foundations of Education Seminar
EDES 790 - (3) (IR)
Seminar in Educational Studies
Topical seminar. Focus will change from offering to offering.
EDES 791 - (1-12) (S)
Practicum
EDES 792 - (1-12) (S)
Internship
EDES 793 - (1-6) (S)
Independent Study
EDES 796 - (1-12) (S)
Independent Research
EDES 800 - (3) (Y)
Evaluation of Teaching
Evaluating teaching in worthwhile ways involves understanding:
(1) needs and abilities of teachers, (2) tasks teachers must accomplish,
(3) environmental effects on teachers, and (4) behaviors demonstrated
in teaching. This course examines the independent and interactive
effects of these four factors. Heavy emphasis is placed on formative
evaluation, or of helping teachers improve via in-class observation
and feedback, and on the translation of results of research on
teaching into practice. Requirements include various combinations
of project work, writing, and tests.
EDES 801 - (3) (IR)
Advanced Qualitative Analysis
Advanced topics in qualitative research.
EDES 814 - (3) (Y)
Advanced Seminar in Evaluation Personnel Assessment Systems:
Principles and Issues
With the current emphasis on educational accountability, principles
of personnel assessment and issues associated with the development
and implementation of personnel assessment systems are more important
topics in the field of education. Explores personnel assessment
issues and considers the state of the art of personnel assessment
systems through a study of currently accepted or proposed principles
and criteria.
EDES 815 - (3) (Y)
Advanced Tests and Measurements
Prerequisites: EDES 718 and 719
Presents a comprehensive analysis of traditional, latent-trait,
criterion-referenced and psychophysiological tests. Course builds
upon the introductory course in measurement.and is esigned for
students who sense a need for further study of measurement theory
and practice.
EDES 816 - (3) (Y)
Advanced Child Development
Focuses on the developing child as a growing, active,
and changing organism. The process and mechanisms of growth are
investigated rather than static stages or normative milestones.
Although applications for child rearing, clinical practice, and
classroom teaching are drawn, emphasis is on the articulate understanding
of the developmental process. To this end, a sample of both theoretical
and empirical studies is examined in depth.
EDES 817 - (3) (Y)
Advanced Seminar in Creativity
Encourages advanced individual and group study in theory
of creativity and its applications to classroom practice. Includes
the history and thought about creativity, brain research and creativity,
effects of environments on creativity, intelligence and creativity,
motivation and creativity, assessment of creativity, empirical
research on creativity, applications of creativity research to
education and other settings.
EDES 818 - (3) (IR)
Advanced Seminar in Curriculum for the Gifted
Designed for participants with a strong background in
the study of curriculum development for gifted learners. Provides
an opportunity for advanced study research and application of
principles and issues central to appropriate instruction of gifted
learners. Students examine current thinking about teaching and
learning, current contexts of education, as well as applications
and impacts of those elements on instructing gifted learners.
EDES 819 - (3) (IR)
Advanced Seminar Research on the Gifted
Specific research issues in this field (definition of
population, instrument ceilings, control group issues) are explored
using current empirical studies. Students are required to develop
a proposal for a research study or to work on an on-going research
project in the field of gifted education. Both quantitative and
qualitative approaches are considered.
EDES 820 - (3) (IR)
Advanced Seminar Issues in Gifted Education
Focus on fundamental beliefs about gifted students, programs
for gifted students and general education and its relationship
to the gifted. Students examine philosophical and theoretical
arguments and empirical studies relating to unresolved issues
in gifted education.
EDES 821 - (3) (IR)
Advanced Seminar on Underserved Gifted Students
Focus on groups of gifted students who have been underserved
or who have unique characteristics and needs. Issues in identification,
programming and curriculum development and instruction will be
addressed. The groups to be studied are cultural and ethnic minorities,
economically disadvantaged, handicapped, underachievers and women.
EDES 830 - (3) (S)
Experimental Design: Stat II
Prerequisite: EDES 731
Major focus: extend analytic abilities to the design and analysis
of more complex experiments. This major objective is accomplished
through construction of a research proposal.
EDES 831 - (3) (S)
Correlation and Regression Analysis: Stat III
Prerequisites: EDES 731 and 830 or permission of instructor
Course considers basic correlation and regression analysis. Topics
include: regression theory, dummy coding, and a general overview
of basic multivariate techniques.
EDES 832 - (3) (IR)
Non-Parametric Statistics
Prerequisite: EDES 731
Course considers a wide-range of non-parametric statistical techniques.
Typical procedures such as (a) one sample, (b) two sample, (c)
k-sample, and (d) correlation procedures are covered.
EDES 833 - (3) (IR)
Bayesian Statistics
Prerequisites: EDES 731 and 830 or permission of instructor
Basic theory, rationale, and application of Bayesian statistics
and techniques. Topics: Bayes' theorem, conditional probabilities,
posterior densities, and Bayesian inference for the binomial and
normal models. Emphasizes case studies and computer-assisted data
analysis.
EDES 834 - (3) (IR)
Measurement Theory I
Prerequisites: EDES 731, 830, 831 or permission of instructor
Focuses on theory and techniques of models of measurement. Models
based on one-parameter (Rasch model), two-parameter, and three
parameter item characteristic curves are analyzed and current
research is evaluated.
EDES 835 - (3) (IR)
Multivariate Statistics
Prerequisites: EDES 830 and 831 or permission of instructor
Course presents the theory and rationale of selected multivariate
statistical techniques. Topics include multivariate analysis of
variance canonical correlation, and discriminant analysis. Emphasis
is placed on computer-assisted analysis and application of appropriate
statistical methods to research data.
EDES 836 - (3) (IR)
Seminar in Advanced Statistics
Course is open to advanced research majors and is conducted
as a seminar. The objective of the course is to bring about a
synthesis and mastery of research and analytic techniques previously
introduced in the research course sequence, and utilizes current
literature in psychometrical, biometrical and statistical journals.
Mathematics background recommended.
EDES 837 - (3) (IR)
Analysis of Teaching
Prerequisite: EDES 830
Theoretical and practical study of the observation, recording,
quantification, and interpretation of classroom behavior. Practical
experience with selected instruments, instrument development and
validation, design of observational studies, use of systematic
observations in the improvement of instruction.
EDES 839 - (3) (Y)
Advanced Seminar in Educational Psychology
EDES 844 - (3) (IR)
Advanced Seminar in Educational Research and Measurement
Prerequisite: Completion of measurement theory courses
Addresses current measurement issues as presented in measurement
journals, in national or regional conferences, or in legislative
policy. Objectives are to bring about a synthesis and mastery
of measurement theory previously presented and to provide an opportunity
to understand and critique the most recent measurement developments.
EDES 851 - (1-3) (IR)
Curry Forum on Educational Issues
School-wide interdisciplinary course on the key issues
in education. Faculty from the Curry School and nationally recognized
scholars introduce selected issues and topics. Small discussion
groups explore these subjects in greater detail. Sponsored by
all four departments. Open to all master's and doctoral students.
EDES 859 - (3) (Y)
Seminar in Instructional Computing
Advanced study of special topics and issues in the use
of computers in education with an emphasis on recent developments
in the field.
EDES 860 - (3) (Y)
Advanced Instructional Design
Prerequisites: EDES 760, EDES 774
Focus on assisting the student in becoming an instructional design
(ID) professional by refining skills as a designer, building knowledge
about practice of ID, and encouraging the development of platform
presentation skills. Students work in self-directed teams to analyze
an instructional need for an outside client, design and develop
instruction to meet the need, and evaluate and revise the instruction.
Students also research and deliver presentations on current topics
within instructional technology.
EDES 868 - (3) (Y)
Interactive Videodisc Technologies II
Prerequisites: EDES 768 or permission of instructor
Students expand their interactive design and development skills
by working together in project teams to develop interactive products
of increased sophistication. Projects may be for an outside client
or may serve as a base for research on interactive technologies.
EDES 874 - (1-9) (Y)
Advanced Seminar in Instructional Technology
Section 1: Quantitative Research in Instructional Technology
(3 credits)
Prerequisites: EDES 730, 830 and permission of instructor
As a prelude to dissertation research, each student conducts a
pilot quantitative research study on instructional technology.
Prior to enrollment, students must submit a research proposal
to the instructor for approval. Students assemble research materials,
make arrangements for study participants, conduct the study, analyze
the data obtained and write up the research report. Students critique
and assist in the research of their colleagues.
EDES 875 - (3) (IR)
Advanced Aesthetics and Education
Advanced seminar on aesthetic and education which focuses
on the evolution of aesthetic ideas, their relationship to education,
aesthetic experiences and the human mind, the use of aesthetics
in the public domain, aesthetics and educational strategies for
improving the quality of experiences in American education.
EDES 876 - (3) (IR)
Folklore and Education
Introduces the participants to the field of Folklore and
Folklife studies. This exciting branch of the humanities provides
an especially powerful framework for understanding educational
patterns, problems and issues in traditional and modern societies.
This course blends the substance and methodology of the discipline
with the pragmatic needs of the educator in the Schools.
EDES 889 - (3-6) (IR)
Advanced Seminar in Foundations of Education
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
EDES 890 - (1-6) (Y)
Advanced Seminar in Educational Studies
EDES 891 - (1-6) (S)
Practicum in Educational Studies
EDES 892 - (1-6) (S)
Internship in Educational Studies
EDES 898 - (1-6) (IR)
Supervised Research
EDES 899 - (1-12) (S)
Master's Thesis
EDES 974 - (1-6)
Internship in College Teaching or Supervision
Opportunities for experienced doctoral students to teach
courses or partial courses at the University, or to supervise
student teachers under the guidance of a faculty member. Opportunities
are arranged by the students with the assistance of the sponsoring
faculty member.
EDES 993 - (1-6) (S)
Independent Study
EDES 996 - (1-12) (S)
Independent Research
EDES 999 - (1-12) (S)
Doctoral Dissertation