Curriculum and Instruction and
Teacher Education Graduate Courses
Courses in Curriculum and Instruction (CI)
CI 5360 Teaching Internship (3-0). Supervised practice in applying instructional skills in organized settings. (May be repeated once for credit.)
CI 5660 Clinical Teaching (6-0). Observation of and participation in supervised teaching in appropriate public school settings for students seeking teacher certification.
CI 6310 Curriculum and Methodology Trends (3-0). Designed to explore elementary and secondary school curriculum and instructional trends as well as current controversies in education.
CI 6313 Central Office Administration and Business Administration (3-0). Designed to acquaint the student with central office procedures concerning the management and coordination of the various schools in the school district.
CI 6314 Behavior Management (3-0). Learn to organize a positive and productive learning environment. Integrate the study of the physical and emotional environment to develop effective classroom management techniques and student behavior modification theory.
CI 6315 Problems of Instructional Supervision (3-0). Designed to acquaint students with current literature regarding instructional supervision including such topics as theories of leadership, communication, change, organization, and decision making.
CI 6316 Learning Theories (3-0). Learn to apply evidence-based instructional methods through the study of incidence and etiology of different learning styles.
CI 6317 Introduction to the Public School System (3-0). Develop an understanding of the organization and structure of the public school system. Learn to fulfill the professional role and responsibilities of the classroom teacher, adhering to the legal and ethical requirements of the profession.
CI 6318 Effective Instruction and Assessment (3-0). Learn effective and practical instructional methods that utilize appropriate technology and engage students in a variety of formats. Study responsive instruction practices that incorporate continuous assessment into the delivery.
CI 6319 Practicum in School Administration, field based (3-0). Designed to provide a field experience in school administration with emphasis on instructional leadership at different grade levels, public relations, personnel administration, and business management. Special seminars on selected topics, cooperatively designed by graduate advisor and public school administration, will be required. Grading
will be either pass or fail. Diagnosis of reading needs and appropriate instruction by students under supervision. Exploration of reading specialist role also included. Grading will be either pass or fail. Prerequisites: Permission of Graduate Advisor.
CI 6320 Curriculum Development (3-0). Learn to design curriculum appropriate for all students using feedback from continuous and appropriate assessment. Design lessons that are based on valid learning theories, have clear goals and objectives, consider student diversity, and account for external influences.
CI 6321 Content Area Instruction (3-0). A course designed to study higher level thinking skill development in the content areas for diverse classrooms. Includes unit preparation, evaluation of curriculum materials, adapting learning experiences, theories and techniques of literacy, Internet applications and assessments.
CI 6322 Technology Applications in Education (3-0). An introduction to microcomputer applications and technology for experienced educators with emphasis upon the practical application of the technology to the educator’s work environment. Major topics include (1) designing microcomputer environments in the schools, (2) selecting and evaluating hardware and courseware, (3) developing computer literacy curriculum, and (4) managing and supervising school computer programs. Hands-on experience with microcomputer hardware and software will be stressed.
CI 6327 Social and Cultural Influences on Learning (3-0). Designed to present a broad base of knowledge about culture and learning. Approaches, materials, and research will be investigated. Specific skills for identifying learning problems and solving them through classroom instruction will be featured.
CI 6331 Tests and Measurements in Education (3-0). A study of typical methods of measuring intelligence, achievement, special aptitudes, and personality. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation and use of tests. Elementary statistical terms and processes are studied.
CI 6334 The History of Higher Education (3-0). An examination of the development of the American system of higher education- its origin, major characteristics, trends, distinctive features.
CI 6335 American Higher Education (3-0). A comprehensive introduction to the basic philosophical tenements of American higher education including facts and fundamental theoretical concepts on which to build future understandings and research.
CI 6336 College Student Development (3-0). An in-depth study of development theories that are unique to college-aged students. Examines issues facing college students including, but not limited to, sources of motivation, learning styles, development of values, relationship development, mental/physical and psychological development.
CI 6337 Leadership in Higher Education (3-0). An examination of organization theory, models, and policies; governance, and management process; and leadership perspectives and leadership theory. A review of research and new conceptual perspectives will be included.
CI 6338 Communication Skills in Student Development (3-0). Theories and techniques of verbal and non-verbal communication in student development and higher education are examined. Students learn communication and interpersonal skills related to individual and group processes.
CI 6339 Assessment of Student Outcomes (3-0). An examination of the philosophy and practice of assessment and evaluation of student outcomes data in higher education.
CI 6340 Issues in Student Development (3-0). Current issues in the administration of student development programs and activities on college and university campuses in the United States. Provides an in-depth analysis of prevalent issues unique to both community colleges and senior universities.
CI 6343 Techniques of Counseling I (3-0). An introduction and orientation to guidance and counseling, emphasizing counseling communication skills and legal and ethical issues.
CI 6344 Techniques of Counseling II (3-0). A continuation of Education 6343 emphasizing group dynamics and human behavior.
CI 6345 Introduction to School and Community Counseling (3-0). A study of techniques and methods used by counseling personnel to help students individually and in groups with educational planning, vocational choice, and interpersonal relations.
CI 6346 Theories of Counseling (3-0). A study of techniques and methods used by counseling personnel to help students individually and in groups with educational planning, vocational choice, and interpersonal relations.
CI 6347 Career and Occupational Counseling (3-0). A study of the basic principles related to educational-vocational planning, including practical experiences in administering, reviewing, and evaluating occupational and career standardized data profiles.
CI 6348 Individual and Group Skills (3-0). This course provides an introduction and orientation to individual and group counseling skills, including the use of appropriate counseling theories and techniques, as well as group dynamics and productive group interactions.
CI 6349 Practicum in Counseling. Three semester hours of supervised practical experience under the supervision of a certified school counselor. Education 6349 (150-clock hours) meets the requirements for the professional certificate in school counseling required by the State Board for Educator Certification. Grading will be on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisite: Permission of graduate advisor.
CI 6351 Human Growth and Development (3-0). A study of human development through the life span, with emphasis on childhood and adolescence including physiological, social, emotional, cognitive, language, and cultural influences.
CI 6354 Legal, Ethical, and Moral Issues in Higher Education (3-0). Designed to provide the student with an overview of the legal, ethical and moral issues commonly faced by student development professionals employed in institutions of higher education. Special attention is given to issues of student diversity.
CI 6356 Structure and Organization of the Texas School System (3-0). A study of the organization and the administrative structure of the public school system with emphasis on Texas. An introduction to organizational theory.
CI 6357 School Based Leadership (3-0). An exploration of leadership strategies, techniques, and functions focusing on staff development, curriculum organization, and instructional program management. A major field project in leadership is required. Study of techniques and methods used by counseling personnel
to help students individually and in groups with educational planning, vocational choice, and interpersonal relations.
CI 6359 Practicum in Higher Education. Designed to provide a supervised practical experience covering a broad range of student development positions commonly found in institutions of higher education. Grading will be on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisite: Permission of the Graduate Advisor.
CI 6360 Internship in Higher Education. Designed to provide a supervised internship experience specializing in two areas of student development positions commonly found in institutions of higher education. Grading will be on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisite: Permission of the Graduate Advisor.
CI 6362 Education of Exceptional Children (3-0). The nature, needs and problems of exceptional children and how these relate to educational provisions are studied. The status of individuals with disabilities in society will be emphasized. Federal and state laws ensuring the rights of individuals with disabilites in society will be stressed.
CI 6363 Applied Research (3-0). This course will focus on collecting and interpreting data to achieve a stated educational goal for each individual student. Concepts of tests and measurements will be emphasized for interpreting research results and gathering data for applied research. Students will develop a project based upon their research. Student will apply concepts learned within their own classroom under the guidance of the professor.
CI 6364 Dysfunctional Behavior (3-0). The principles of understanding dysfunction in human behavior or social disorganization, including an overview of dysfunctional behavior and exceptionalities, analysis of dysfunctional behavior in educational and counseling settings, and an introduction to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders classification system.
CI 6365 Principles of Educational and Psychological Measurement (3-0). A study of typical methods of measuring intelligence, achievement, special aptitudes, and personality. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation and use of tests. Elementary statistical terms and processes are studied.
CI 6366 Professional Orientation (3-0). The objectives of professional organizations, codes of ethics, legal aspects of practice, standards of preparation, and the role identity of persons providing direct counseling treatment intervention.
CI 6367 Therapy with Children and Adolescents (3-0). A study of clinical interventions that integrates multicultural and relational approaches in therapy with children and adolescents. Emphasis is placed on translating conceptualizations of client’s problems into specific treatment plans and interventions. The course examines various disorders including depression, anxiety, attention-deficit-hyperactivity, eating disorders, and conduct disorders.
CI 6368 Family Counseling (3-0). Theory, simulation, and practice of techniques used in family counseling applied to school and community agencies.
CI 6369 Technology Assisted Distance Counseling (3-0). The rapid development of the Internet has resulted in new forms of counseling. Issues such as standard definitions of technology-assisted distance counseling, similarities and differences between face to face and distance counseling in regard to various applications of technology to counseling, computer-assisted assessment, computer-assisted information systems, and telephone counseling, along with ethical issues associated with technology-assisted distance counseling are included.
CI 6371 Role of the Principal (3-0). Designed to acquaint the student with the organization, program, curriculum, plant supervision, and education procedures for the elementary, middle, and senior high school.
CI 6372 Personnel and Fiscal Management (3-0). This course is designed to develop knowledge and skills related to public school campus budgets, accountability procedures and human relations issues arising from fiscal decisions.
CI 6373 Educational Law (3-0). Designed to explore the field of knowledge of federal, state, and local school laws pertinent to school administration and to facilitate effective decision making in this area of school administration.
CI 6374 Supervision of Special Programs (3-0). Designed to acquaint the students with knowledge, roles, and responsibilities of personnel responsible for special programs: special education, compensatory education, vocational-technical education, career education, and at-risk student programs.
CI 6381 Special Topics (3-0). A study of selected topics in education. (May be repeated once for credit when topic varies.)
CI 6383 School-Community Relationships (3-0). Online course. Designed to cover the principles, philosophy, and techniques for improving the educational program through building good relationships. Special attention is given to the different roles people play and the superintendent’s experiences with School Board relations and community relations. Readings and resources include the area of Leadership
Prerequisite: Principal certificate and permission of the professor.
CI 6384 School District Resource Management (3-0). Online course. Designed to develop knowledge and skills related to district budget procedures, revenues, state, county and school district finance. Other problems related to the history of public school financing, legislative actions and financing public education will be included.
Prerequisite: Principal certificate and permission of the professor.
CI 6385 Human Relationships in Educational Administration (3-0). Online course. Designed to explore the administrator’s professional relationships with teachers, parents, students, principals, other educational employees in the district, and the School board. Personnel and Human Resources areas as well as Staff Development are included in the course. Leadership opportunities abound in these areas and will be included in activities. Prerequisite: Principal certificate and permission of the professor.
CI 6386 School Plant Planning and Maintenance (3-0). Online course. A study of the issues facing the school administrator and the School board in determining school building needs, planning for facilities, responsibilities of architects and contractors, equipping and furnishing school buildings, and maintaining and redesigning existing buildings. Other relevant topics include asbestos, bond issues and ethics. Prerequisite: Principal certificate and permission of the professor.
CI 6388 Superintendent Internship in Education (3-0). Online course and field experience. Guided experiences in central office and superintendent administration under the supervision and direction of a central office administrator and a university professor. The internship is taken as the final course in the superintendent certification program. Grading is pass or fail. Prerequisite: Principal certificate and permission of the professor.
CI 6391 Research (3-0). The types and methods of educational research. The student is expected to complete a research project or field study utilizing appropriate methods of educational research.
CI 6393 Individual Research. A specialized course that may be directed reading or research for superior students under the direction of a graduate faculty member. (Course may be repeated only with departmental approval.)
CI 6649 Practicum in Counseling. Three or six semester hours of supervised practical experience under the supervision of a certified and/or Licensed Professional Counselor. ED 6349 (150 clock hours) meets the requirements for the professional certificate in school counseling required by the State Board for Educator Certification. Education 6349 and Education 6649 (300 clock hours) meet the requirements established by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors. Grading will be on a pass/fail basis.
Courses In Education (ED)
ED 6101 Supervision of Counseling Interns. This course is designed for individuals who are completing their required supervision hours as part of the standards of preparation for the Texas Professional Counselor’s license. May be repeated until supervision hours are completed. Grading will be on a pass/fail basis. Permission of the instructor required.
ED 6300 Language Arts in the Elementary School (3-0). Designed to examine the various approaches and current issues in the teaching of language arts in the elementary classrooms, including an intensive study of design, methodology, assessment, and materials.
ED 6305 Approaches to Teaching Reading (3-0). Various approaches to reading instruction are studied including basal, whole-language, literature-based, and individualized with computer-assisted instruction. Basic concepts and principles of reading instruction are examined.
ED 6307 Corrective Reading (3-0). Examines causal factors of reading disabilities. Informal and formal diagnostic procedures in reading instruction are explored. Corrective reading strategies and techniques are discussed. Prerequisite: Education 6305 or equivalent.
ED 6308 Laboratory Practicum in Reading. Diagnosis of reading needs and appropriate instruction by students under supervision. Exploration of reading specialist role also included. Grading will be either pass or fail. Prerequisites: Education 6305 and 6307 or consent of instructor.
ED 6309 Teaching Reading in the Content Field (3-0). Focuses upon the teaching of reading skills in the content areas. Comprehension, critical thinking, and study skills are emphasized.
ED 6310 Curriculum and Methodology Trends (3-0). Designed to explore elementary and secondary school curriculum and instructional trends as well as current controversies in education.
ED 6312 A Survey of Literature for Children (3-0). Designed to assist students in the selection and use of literature for the development, implementation and evaluation of literature programs that emphasize a strong multicultural component.
ED 6322 Technology Applications (3-0). An introduction to microcomputer applications and technology for experienced educators with emphasis upon the practical application of the technology to the educator’s work environment. Major topics include (1) designing microcomputer environments in the schools, (2) selecting and evaluating hardware and courseware, (3) developing computer literacy curriculum, and (4) managing and supervising school computer programs. Hands-on experience with microcomputer hardware and software will be stressed.
ED 6331 Tests and Measurements in Education (3-0). A study of typical methods of measuring intelligence, achievement, special aptitudes, and personality. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation and use of tests. Elementary statistical terms and processes are studied.
ED 6348 Individual Testing (3-0). A specialized study focusing on the administration, interpretation, and reporting results of individual intelligence tests and other diagnostic instruments emphasizing the identification of learning problems and recommendations for individual learning plans. Prerequisites: Education 6362, 6365, and permission of instructor.
ED 6351 Human Growth and Development (3-0). A study of human development through the life span, with emphasis on childhood and adolescence including physiological, social, emotional, cognitive, language, and cultural influences.
ED 6361 Psychology of Children with Cognitive Disabilities (3-0). A study of the nature and types of mental differences and other cognitive problems. Topics include measurement of intelligence as it affects mental and personality development, collaborative school-home learning and management issues, and appropriate discipline techniques. *Prerequisite: Education 6362.
ED 6362 The Education of Exceptional Children (3-0). An introduction to the basic principles of special education programs focusing on school-home learning problems.
ED 6364 Special Methods and Materials for Teaching Students with Cognitive Disabilities (3-0). A course designed to address the special techniques required for teaching individuals with cognitive differences. Topics include curriculums, assessment methods, instructional and behavioral strategies, methods of documentation and monitoring individual progress.*
ED 6365 Appraisal of Learning Disabilities (3-0). Development of diagnostic techniques using a wide variety of assessment instruments to diagnose areas associated with learning problems, emphasizing assessment for planning, monitoring, and evaluating student progress. Prerequisite: Education 6362.
ED 6367 Teaching Children with Learning and Behavioral Disorders (3-0). Study of the characteristics of children with learning and behavioral disorders. Management and motivation techniques and positive behavior supports will be presented. A field component will be required. **Prerequisite: Education 6362.
ED 6368 Language Disorders of Children (3-0). A study of the language and behavioral symptomatology of language-impaired children. Linguistics, sociological, and psychological influences on oral and written language behavior are explored. Techniques will be presented to screen for aphasia and central auditory disturbances. A field experience component will be required. Prerequisite: Education 6362.
ED 6369 Laboratory Practicum in Special Education. Designed to develop the skills, techniques, and competencies associated with the role of the educational diagnostician. Individuals will work under the supervision of a certified education diagnostician and a faculty member. Grading will be either pass or fail.
Prerequisite: Education 6362 plus an additional six hours in special education and the consent of the instructor.
ED 6377 Problems in the Education of Students with Mild Disabilities (3-0). A study of problems related to the education of individuals with learning differences. Special attention is given to the design of differentiated instruction and behavioral strategies to assist student learning. A field component will be required. **Prerequisite: Education 6362
ED 6379 Management and Supervision of Reading Programs (3-0). Designed to explore the management and supervision of a school district’s reading program. Administrative and supervisory techniques for developing and improving the K-12 reading curriculum are emphasized.
ED 6381 Special Topics (3-0). A study of selected topics in education. (May be repeated once for credit when topic varies.)
ED 6391 Research (3-0). The types and methods of educational research. The student is expected to complete a research project or field study utilizing appropriate methods of educational research.
ED 6393 Individual Research. A specialized course that may be directed reading or research for superior students under the direction of a graduate faculty member. (Course may be repeated only with departmental approval.
* Education 6361 and Education 6364 must be taken concurrently or permission of the instructor is required.
** Education 6367 and Education 6377 must be taken concurrently or permission of the instructor is required.
