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DRAM 203 - Production Lab: Crew (1)
Lab in the production environment in the support areas of crews. Areas may include publicity, marketing/front of house, running crews (wardrobe, set, props, make-up) and operator (sound board, light board, multi-media). Open only to Drama majors and minors. Grading is S/U. Fall and Spring.
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DRAM 204 - Production Lab: Continued Practice (1)
Lab credit for continued practice of skills in the student’s area of interest. Areas may include the rehearsal process, construction process, or production crews. Open only to Drama majors and minors. Grading is S/U. Fall and Spring.
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DRAM 212 - Scene Study Techniques (3)
A scene study class that includes introduction to character analysis; approaches to the acting of realistic and some nonrealistic drama; and techniques of emotional, physical, and psycho-logical scene preparations. Prerequisite: DRAM 111. Spring.
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DRAM 213 - The Art of Public Speaking and Presentations (3)
An interactive presentation-centered course integrating multiple modes of communication and expression to enhance and transform informative, persuasive, and personal presentations. Students will learn how to incorporate various art forms and technology along with voice and body language techniques to create dynamic, successful, and varied communications that are designed for the needs of their specific audiences. Fall and Spring.
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DRAM 220 - Stage Management (2)
Fundamentals of stage and theatre management; emphasis on organization, collaboration and the supervisory role of the stage manager. Fall.
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DRAM 240 - Survey of Theatre History (3)
A general overview of theatre history from Ancient Greek to Ibsen. Students will be introduced to major theatre artists, read representative plays, and examine the architecture, technology, and socio-cultural context as they impact the theatre. Prerequisite: DRAM 144. Spring.
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DRAM 316 - Directing for the Stage (3)
Analysis and interpretation of the script, blocking and composition, coaching actors, scheduling and leading rehearsals, and coordination of production details through hands-on experience. Prerequisites: DRAM 111, 122, 144, 212. Spring.
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DRAM 318 - Applied Theatre (3)
The theory and practice of theatre in non-traditional theatrical settings using actors and non-actors to explore individual and collective transformation. Intersections between theatre and public health, human rights, criminal justice, museum education, or political activism may be examined. See department chair.
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DRAM 319 - Creative Drama (3)
Theory and practice of dramatic activities such as story dramatization, storytelling, pantomime, improvisation, puppetry, and theater games as a process for fostering creativity, self-expression, interpersonal skills, and aesthetic awareness. Appropriate for students interested in learning interactive ways to lead and facilitate groups in therapeutic, educational or community settings. See department chair.
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DRAM 324 - Theatre Technology Investigations (3)
Covers technical topics such as costume, makeup, scenery, lighting, or sound on a rotational basis. Theoretical and practical aspects of each area will be covered. May be repeated as topics vary for a total of 15 hours of credit. Prerequisite: DRAM 121 or permission of instructor.
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DRAM 346 - Theatre History Investigations (3)
Close examination of selected eras, artists, plays, or ideas in theatre history. Topics are covered on a rotational basis. May be repeated as topics vary for a total of 9 hours of credit. Prerequisite: DRAM 240. See department chair.
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DRAM 415 - Acting Investigations (3)
An advanced acting class studying a variety of acting techniques. This course can be repeated up to three times as content varies. Prerequisites: DRAM 111, 144, and 30 hours or sophomore standing. See department chair.
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DRAM 416 - Directing Investigations (3)
A continuation of DRAM 316 with an emphasis on directing styles, approaches, conceptualization and production values. Each student will direct for public performance. May be repeated as topics vary for a total of 9 hours of credit. Prerequisite: DRAM 316. Odd years Fall.
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DRAM 425 - Design Investigations (3)
Design topics such as costume, scenery, lighting or sound are offered on a rotational basis. Theoretical and practical aspects of design will be covered. May be repeated as topics vary for a total of 12 hours of credit. Prerequisite: DRAM 122 or permission of instructor.
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DRAM 490 - Professional and Technical Internship (1-6)
Intensive experience with a participating professional theatre arranged individually for the Drama major’s area of concentration. Open only to Drama majors. Prerequisites: determined individually. See department chair.
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DRAM 499 - Undergraduate Research in Drama (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See department chair.
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Drama - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar |
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DRAM 171-3 - Special Topics in Drama (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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DRAM 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar (3-4)
Course offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirement. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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DRAM 271-3 - Special Topics in Drama (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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DRAM 371-3 - Special Topics in Drama (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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DRAM 471-3 - Special Topics in Drama (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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General Engineering |
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E 101 - Introduction to Engineering and Problem Solving (1)
An introduction to engineering as a discipline and profession. Emphasis on engineering design, interdisciplinary teamwork, and problem solving from a general engineering perspective. Overview of academic policies affecting undergraduate engineering students. Exposure to the NC State College of Engineering and the joint UNC Asheville- NC State programs and services. Fall.
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Electrical and Computer Engineering |
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ECE 109 - Introduction to Computer Systems (3)
Introduction to key concepts in computer systems. Number representations, switching circuits, logic design, microprocessor design, assembly language programming, input/ output, interrupts and traps. Spring.
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ECE 200 - Introduction to Signals, Circuits amd Systems (4)
Ohm’s law and Kirchoff’s laws; circuits with resistors, photocells, diodes and LEDs; rectifier circuits; first order RC circuits; periodic signals in time and frequency domains, instantaneous, real and apparent power; DC and RMS value; magnitude and power spectra, dB, dBW, operational amplifier circuits, analog signal processing systems including amplification, clipping, filtering, addition, multiplication, AM modulation sampling and reconstruction. Weekly hardware laboratory utilizing multimeter, function generator, oscilloscope and spectrum analyzer and custom hardware for experiments on various circuits and systems. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in MATH 192 and PHYS 221; cumulative GPA of at least 2.50. Fall.
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ECE 209 - Computer Systems Programming (3)
Computer systems programming using the C language. Translation of C into assembly language. Introduction to fundamental data structures: array, list, tree, hash table. Prerequisite: grade of C- or better in ECE 109. Fall.
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ECE 211 - Electric Circuits (4)
Introduction to theory, analysis and design of electric circuits. Voltage, current, power, energy, resistance, capacitance, inductance. Kirchhoff’s laws node analysis, mesh analysis, Thevenin’s theorem, Norton’s theorem, steady state and transient analysis, AC, DC, phasors, operational amplifiers, transfer functions. Prerequisites: grade of C- or better in ECE 200. Pre- or corequisite: ECE 220. Spring.
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ECE 212 - Fundamentals of Logic Design (3)
Introduction to digital logic design. Boolean algebra, switching functions, Karnaugh maps, modular combinational circuit design, flip-flops, latches, programmable logic and synchronous sequential circuit design. Use of several CAD tools for logic synthesis, state assignment and technology mapping. Prerequisite: grade of C- or better in ECE 109. Spring.
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ECE 220 - Analytical Foundations of Electrical and Computer Engineering (3)
This course is designed to acquaint you with the basic mathematical tools used in electrical and computer engineering. The concepts covered in this course will be used in higher level courses and, more importantly, throughout your career as an engineer. Major topics of the course include complex numbers, real and complex functions, signal representation, elementary matrix algebra, solutions to linear systems of equations, linear differential equations, Laplace transforms used for solving linear differential equations, Fourier series and transforms and their uses in solving ECE problems. Prerequisites: grade of C- or better in ECE 200. Spring.
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ECE 301 - Linear Systems (3)
Representation and analysis of linear systems using differential equations: impulse response and convolution, Fourier series, and Fourier and Laplace transformations for discrete time and continuous time signals. Emphasis on interpreting system descriptions in terms of transient and steady-state response. Digital signal processing. Prerequisite: grade of C- or better in ECE 211 and ECE 220. Fall.
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ECE 306 - Introduction to Embedded Systems (3)
Introduction to designing microcontroller-based embedded computer systems using assembly and C programs to control input/output peripherals. Use of embedded operating system. Prerequisite: C- or better in both ECE 209 and 212. Fall.
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ECE 310 - Design of Complex Digital Systems (3)
Design principles for complex digital systems: Iteration, top- down/bottom-up, divide and conquer and decomposition. Descriptive techniques, including block diagrams, timing diagrams, register transfer and hardware-description languages. Consideration of transmission-line effects on digital systems. Prerequisites: grade of C- or better in ECE 212. Spring.
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ECE 455 - Industrial Robotic Systems (3)
Techniques of computer control of industrial robots. Interfacing with synchronous hardware including analog/digital and digital/analog converters, interfacing noise problems, control of electric and hydraulic actuators, kinematics and kinetics of robots, path control, force control, sensing including vision. Major design project. Prerequisite: MAE 435. Spring.
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ECE 456 - Mechatronics (3)
The study of electro-mechanical systems controlled by microcomputer technology. The theory, design and construction of smart systems; closely coupled and fully integrated products and systems. The synergistic integration of mechanisms, materials, sensors, interfaces, actuators, microcomputers, controllers, and information technology. Pre- or corequisite: MAE 435. See program director.
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Economics |
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ECON 101 - Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
A study of economic aggregates, including interaction of household, business, banking and government sectors; problems of unemployment and inflation; and an introduction to monetary and fiscal policy. No credit given to students who have credit for ECON 201. Fall and Spring.
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ECON 102 - Principles of Microeconomics (3)
A study of markets and how prices and output are determined. Topics include market structure, input markets and public policy as it influences economic decisions. No credit given to students who have credit for ECON 200. Fall and Spring.
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ECON 230 - Sports and Economics (3)
An examination of the economic aspects of professional sports, including historical, legal, and political considerations. Topics include Supreme Court decisions and Congressional legislation affecting sports, the impact of sports on the desegregation of society, and the economics of player salaries, owner profits, franchise values, and publicly-supported stadiums. Spring.
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ECON 242 - Economics of Food (3)
An introduction to the theory of the production and consumption of food. Topics include the role of agricultural and food policy in domestic and international food markets, food aid, the economics of food security, consumer behavior around food purchasing, the economics of obesity, challenges associated with building a sustainable food system, and world food problems such as famines and perpetually repressed agricultural productivity. Even years Fall.
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ECON 245 - Land Economics (3)
An examination of the interdependence of land and people, with special emphasis on how people affect land. Issues considered include the determination of property values, property rights, land tenure, land conversion and government policies including land use planning, agricultural and environmental policies. Additional topics may include the geography of land use, sprawl, and farmland preservation. Prerequisite: ECON 101 or 102. Odd years Fall.
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ECON 250 - Economic Globalization (3)
An introduction to theories, institutions, and impacts of economic globalization. In addition to economics, the course will consider political, cultural, ethical and historical factors. Topics include basic international trade theory and policy, international economic institutions and organizations, exchange rates, international financial crises, and international economic history. The views of both advocates and critics of economic globalization will be considered. Fall.
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ECON 301 - Intermediate Macroeconomics (3)
An extension of ECON 101, covering determination of aggregate economic performance, theories of consumption, investment, national income and output determination, inflation and unemployment. Macro-theory from classical to contemporary monetarist-fiscalist analysis. Prerequisites: ECON 101. Spring.
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ECON 302 - Intermediate Microeconomics (3)
An extension of ECON 102, covering theories of consumer behavior, production and cost, the firm and market organization, general equilibrium and economic welfare. Prerequisite: ECON 102. Fall.
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ECON 305 - Private Finance (3)
Introduction to analysis of risks in financial decision making, innovations in financial markets, determination of asset prices and yields, corporate equities, the stock market. Prerequisites: ECON 102 and satisfaction of the Liberal Arts Core Quantitative Perspectives requirement. Spring.
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ECON 306 - Managerial Finance (3)
An analysis of financial decision making of firms, covering ratio analysis, capital budgeting and the management of funds. Prerequisite: ACCT 215 or at least 9 credit hours in ECON. Fall and Spring.
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ECON 310 - Public Finance (3)
Analysis of economic principles underlying government intervention in a market economy, theories of bureaucratic behavior and the impact of collective choice arrangements (e.g., majority voting). Topics include pollution control, lotteries, income taxes, the national debt and Social Security. Prerequisite: ECON 101 or 102. Fall.
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ECON 314 - Economic Growth and Development (3)
An examination of the determinants, constraints and implications of economic growth and development. The particular problems of low-income countries are explored, along with historical examples of economic transformation. Political, social and economic factors are considered. Prerequisite: ECON 101. Spring.
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ECON 330 - Women, Men and Work (3)
An examination of the economic behavior of men and women in the world of work, including analyses of market and non-market work. Occupational segregation, inequities in labor market outcomes and gender differences in household production will be addressed. In addition the course will discuss the policy implications of the differing work experiences of men and women. Prerequisite: ECON 101 or 102, or WGSS 100. Even years Spring.
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ECON 337 - Environmental Economics and Policy (3)
An examination of economic and social costs/benefits of strategies to improve environmental quality; sources of and solutions to pollution; environmental management; and the relationships between economic growth and environmental quality. Prerequisites: ECON 102. Fall.
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ECON 342 - Money and the Financial System (3)
A study of analytical frameworks used to understand financial markets and an examination of how the Federal Reserve operates and how monetary policy is conducted. The course also investigates theories explaining the ways in which money and financial institutions can affect the macroeconomy. No credit given to students who have credit for ECON 215. Prerequisite: ECON 101. Fall.
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ECON 345 - Economics of Natural Resources (3)
This course will examine the economics of resource use, conservation, allocation, scarcity and management for depletable and renewable resources. Topics such as economic growth, market structure and government policies will be studied. Prerequisite: ECON 102. Spring.
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ECON 350 - International Trade and Finance (3)
A survey of international economic theory, including trade, the balance of payments, international currency and capital transactions, and exchange rate determination. Topics include trade policy, exchange rate management, and open economy complications for domestic economic policy. Prerequisites: ECON 101; 102. No credit given to students who have credit for ECON 350 (International Trade) or ECON 351. Odd years Spring.
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ECON 355 - Open Economy Macroeconomics (3)
A modern macroeconomic framework is developed and used to understand some of the most pressing issues the global economy faces, including those regarding trade imbalances, international capital movements, international financial crises, exchange rate regimes, and reform of the international financial architecture. Prerequisites: ECON 101, 102. Odd years Fall.
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ECON 360 - Mathematical Economics (3)
A study of mathematical techniques used in economic analysis. Prerequisites: ECON 101; 102; MATH 191. See department chair.
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ECON 365 - Econometrics (3)
An introduction to inferential statistics relevant to the discipline. Focus is on regression analysis emphasizing the assumptions underlying the classical linear model. Prerequisites: ECON 101 or 102; STAT 185. Spring.
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ECON 367 - Statistical Proofs in Economics and Finance (1)
An examination of the theoretical basis of selected statistical formulas and concepts used in economics and finance. Highly recommended for students interested in graduate school. Prerequisite: ECON 365. See department chair.
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ECON 380 - Approaches to Research in Economics (1)
The first of two classes in the senior capstone experience, this course presents an overview of alternative approaches to the conduct of research in economics. The student will become familiar with the Undergraduate Research Program at UNC Asheville by developing a proposal for research to be conducted in ECON 480 under the guidance of a member of the Economics faculty who will serve as a mentor. ECON 380 must be taken the semester prior to enrolling in ECON 480. Prerequisite: Eighteen hours in Economics. Fall and Spring.
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ECON 450 - Seminar in Economics (3)
A critical examination of primary works that have figured in the development of economic theory and policy. May be taken once or repeated with variable content for a total of 6 hours. Prerequisite: ECON 301 or 302. Fall and Spring.
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ECON 480 - Senior Research in Economics (3)
The final course in the senior capstone experience in which the student conducts research in economics on a subject of the student’s personal interest, under the supervision of a mentor from the Economics faculty. The methods, concepts and approaches employed will typically draw upon the student’s major courses, including the successful completion of ECON 380. ECON 480 should be taken in a student’s final semester. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. Prerequisite: C or better in ECON 380. Fall and Spring.
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ECON 499 - Undergraduate Research in Economics (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. Fall and Spring.
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Economics - Special Topics and First-Year Seminar |
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ECON 171-6 - Special Topics in Economics (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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ECON 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Seminar (3-4)
Course offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirement. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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ECON 271-6 - Special Topics in Economics (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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ECON 371-6 - Special Topics in Economics (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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ECON 471-6 - Special Topics in Economics (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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Education |
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EDUC 130 - General Geography, 6–12 (3)
A general survey of physical and cultural geography, the objectives, basic skills and study methods of the geographer as applied to the teaching of geography. Required for licensure in 6–9 and 9–12 Social Studies. Others admitted by permission of instructor. Field experience is required. Spring.
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EDUC 210 - Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century, K-12 (3)
Introduces students to current issues, research, and trends affecting teachers and students. Emphasizes school and student diversity, curriculum, and accountability. To be taken concurrently with EDUC 211. Prerequisite: Completion of at least 30 semester hours. Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 211 - Instructional Technology for Educational Settings, K-12 (1)
Covers current technologies, applications promoting active and participatory learning, societal and ethical issues, and the development of technological competence and essential skills. Emphasizes the practical application of the Computer Skills standards. Field experience is required. To be taken concurrently with EDUC 210. (Grading is S/U). Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 215 - Creative Arts Integration, K-6 (1)
Introduces methods for integrating the arts (visual art, music, dance, and creative drama) into the K-6 curriculum. Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 219 - Physical Activity and Healthful Living, K-6 (1)
Introduces methods for facilitating physical activity and teaching healthful living to elementary school students. Spring.
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EDUC 220 - Global, Civic, and Economic Literacy, K-6 (3)
Presented in modules that cover the core content of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study for Social Studies, K-6. See department chair.
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EDUC 230 - Introduction to Exceptional Children (3)
Introduces and examines the history, legislation, legal responsibilities, categories of disabilities, characteristics, educational concerns, educational responsibilities, and best practices for meeting the needs of students with exceptionalities. Issues of referral, assessment, eligibility, individualized educational programming, service delivery options, placement, consultation and collaboration with educators and related service personnel, and professional resources are emphasized. Field Experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. See department chair.
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EDUC 231 - Assistive Technology (1)
Designed to provide pre-service and in-service teachers with an opportunity to develop the knowledge base and skills necessary to use and analyze software, hardware, and other devices used to increase, maintain or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. Field experience is required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. See department chair.
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EDUC 303 - Introduction to ed Teacher Performance Assessment (2)
Analysis of the tasks, language, documents, and rubrics required as part of the edTPA system. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Corequisite: Any EDUC course. Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 305 - Classroom and Behavior Management (3)
Emphasizes techniques for developing rapport with students, establishing student expectations, planning for and managing instruction, and developing practical teaching and learning practices for 21st century classrooms. The course examines the realities of classrooms and the teacher’s multifaceted role within the environment. Field experience is required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 230. See department chair.
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EDUC 313 - Adolescent Literature, 6–12 (3)
Young adult literature, including genres, themes, authors and history; emphasizing methodologies for incorporating the young adult novel into the classroom. Instructional and motivational techniques examined. Field experience is required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Spring.
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EDUC 314 - Multiple Literacies in Content Area Classrooms (3)
Multiple literacies have been designated as reading, writing, speaking, listening and doing, and include 21st century skills such as critical thinking. The focus of the course provides candidates with an overview of multiple instructional strategies as they relate to 21st century skills, differentiation, and assessment. Field experience is required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 315 - Art of the Young Child (3)
Interdisciplinary approach to the teaching of visual art, music, movement and creative drama; culminates in the production and presentation of a themed, integrated instructional resource. Formative assessment tools focus on lesson-planning, portfolio, performance, and in-class participation. Primarily intended for people who work with or plan to work with children pre-Kindergarten through grade 6 in a variety of settings, especially future elementary school teachers. Field experience is required. Fall.
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EDUC 316 - Practicum in Teaching Foreign Languages, K–12 (3)
A series of focused classroom observations and discussions of teaching techniques applied to the teaching of a second language in K–12 curriculum. Field work required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. See department chair.
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EDUC 317 - Language Arts in the Contemporary Classroom. K-6 (3)
Teaching the language arts (reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing, visually representing) in the K-6 classroom. Emphasis is on children’s development in the area of multimodal literacy, including direct skills instruction, children’s literature, integrated approaches to literacy teaching and assessment, and responsive teaching frameworks and techniques. Field experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Spring.
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EDUC 320 - Middle School Principles, Practices and Materials (3)
Emphasizes the developmental goals of the middle school, curriculum and methods of instruction appropriate for middle-grade students, assessment of student learning, and materials appropriate for middle-grade students. This course includes a literacy component including: adolescent literature, writing in the middle school, and integrating reading strategies into unit designs. Field experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Fall.
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EDUC 322 - Inquiry-Based Science Instruction, K-6 (3)
Teaching science in the K-6 classroom. Emphasis on analysis of best teaching practices, inquiry experiences, classroom methods and management, and integrated teaching and assessment. Field experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Spring.
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EDUC 325 - Classroom Management and Instructional Differentiation, K-6 (3)
A study of classroom logistics for the elementary school teacher including classroom management strategies; special needs and differentiation; and positive, effective interactions with families and school and community personnel. Field experience required. Pre- or corequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Fall.
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EDUC 340 - Teaching Mathematics: Content and Process, K-6 (3)
Examination of theoretical and practical issues related to teaching mathematics to elementary school children. Includes the development and review of techniques for measuring, assessing, analyzing, and reporting student achievement. Field experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Pre- or corequisite: MATH 211 or MATH 215. Spring.
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EDUC 342 - Diagnostic Assessment and Instruction in Reading (3)
Emphasizes knowledge and skill in administering and interpreting diagnostic assessments in reading to gauge learner strengths and weaknesses and to monitor academic progress and guide instructional decision making in the teaching of reading. Emphasis is placed on using explicit instructional techniques in teaching the essential components of reaching such as phonemic awareness, phonics/word study, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension using evidence-based teaching strategies. Field Experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 230, 317. See department chair.
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EDUC 344 - Facilitating Global Citizenship: Teaching Critical Thinking in the Social Studies, K-6 (3)
Emphasizes curriculum standards, methods and materials associated with Social Studies, short-term and long-range planning, geography, use of technology, and integration of Social Studies with other disciplines. Field experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Fall.
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EDUC 346 - Teaching Students with Diverse Needs in the General Education Classroom (3)
Designed to provide pre-service and in-service teachers with an opportunity to develop the knowledge base and skills necessary in making educational accommodations for learners with special and diverse needs within the general education classroom. Participants will be familiarized with a particular group of diverse learners and their needs, and strategies for meeting their needs. Field Experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211. Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 348 - Assessment for Exceptional Learners (3)
An examination of current concepts and issues in special education assessment from screening, pre-referral, eligibility/disability classification, placement, to progress monitoring of evidence-based practices. Also, the course emphasizes knowledge, skill, and practice in observation, standardized norm referenced, curriculum-based, family, and ecological methods of assessment, including those appropriate for children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Collection of assessment data and their appropriate application are part of the required field experience. Field Experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 230. See department chair.
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EDUC 349 - Evidence Based Strategies for Teaching Mathematics to Learners with Disabilities (3)
Examination of methods and materials appropriate to teaching mathematics to a diversity of learners. Field experience required. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211; MATH 211, 215. See department chair.
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EDUC 384 - Methods and Management for Teaching Students with Exceptionalities (4)
Planning, teaching, evaluation and management essential for classroom teaching; use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to teaching students with mild to moderate disabilities; methods of informal and formal assessment and grading. Specific techniques presented and practiced on how to develop, remediate or compensate for learners with mild to moderate educational needs. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice Semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 230, 305, 317, 342, 349, PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. See department chair.
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EDUC 439 - Elementary and Special Education Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to Elementary and Special Education instruction; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 317; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 499 - Undergraduate Research in Education (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See department chair.
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EDUC 388 - Literacy Processes and Practices Across the Curriculum, K-6 (4)
Designed to develop competencies in teaching reading across the curriculum. Covers the reading process, approaches, linguistics, word recognition, comprehension, vocabulary, fluency and current trends. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice Semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 317; formal admission to the department. Fall and Spring.
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EDUC 430 - Lesson Planning and Classroom Management (3)
Planning, teaching, and management essential for classroom teaching. To be taken as part of the Professional Year in the semester prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 303; formal admission to the department. EDUC 317 is a prerequisite for K-6 Elementary School and K-12 Special Education: General Curriculum licensure students; EDUC 313 is a prerequisite for 6-9 Language Arts and 9- 12 English licensure students; EDUC 230, EDUC 305, EDUC 342, and EDUC 349 are prerequisites for K-12 Special Education: General Curriculum licensure students; EDUC 314 is a prerequisite for all licensure students except those seeking K-12 Art and Foreign Language licensure; EDUC 346 is a prerequisite for all licensure students except those seeking K-6 Elementary School or K-12 Special Education: General Curriculum licensure; and PSYC 319 is a prerequisite for all licensure students except those seeking K-6 Elementary School licensure. Corequisite: One course from EDUC 431, 432, 433, 434, 435, 436, 437, 438, 439. Fall.
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EDUC 431 - K-12 Art Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to art instruction; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 432 - 6-12 English and Language Arts Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to English and Language Arts instruction; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 313, 314, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 433 - K-12 World Language Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to the teaching of a second language in the K–12 curriculum; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211; 314 (for Latin licensure), 316 (for French, German, and Spanish licensure); 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 434 - K-12 Health and Physical Education Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to health and physical education instruction; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 314, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 435 - 6-12 Mathematics Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies. Review and integration of mathematical concepts with an emphasis on teaching strategies; analysis of trends; significance of manipulative exercises; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 314, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 436 - 6-12 Science Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to the teaching of science; analysis of trends; laboratory experiences; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 314, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 437 - 6-12 Social Studies Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to Social Studies instruction; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 130, 210, 211, 314, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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EDUC 438 - K-12 Theatre Arts Teaching Methods (2)
Use of educational technology in designing lessons; application of methodologies appropriate to Theatre Arts instruction; methods of informal and formal assessment, evaluation, and grading. Field experience required. To be taken as part of the Professional Year prior to the Clinical Practice semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 210, 211, 314, 346; PSYC 319; formal admission to the department. Corequisite: EDUC 430. Fall.
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