EDUC7500. Introduction to Online Curriculum and Instruction (1) 
This course introduces students to aspects of online graduate education, with specific attention to expectations and requirements of students in this program.  Components of the course include navigating an online content management system, access and utilization of research resources, and an exploration of the missional aspects of teaching as a profession.

EDUC7504. Advanced Teaching (3)
The characteristics of a distinguished teacher using nationally recognized frameworks will be evaluated.  Students will experience collaborative lesson planning and reflection using the Professional Learning Community model.  Assessment as an integral part of the teaching cycle will be emphasized.

EDUC7505. Teachers as Leaders (3) 
Students will learn about the correlates of an effective school and understand their role as agents of change in school improvement.  A variety of instructional leadership roles in the field of education will be explored.  Additional topics include the components of effective professional development and strategies for instructional coaching.  

EDUC7507. Teaching Students Who Struggle (3) 
Students will be equipped to work with at risk students.  The various reasons why students fail will be examined, and strategies for addressing attendance, behavior, and academic problems will be presented. Subpopulations that typically struggle in public education will be discussed.  The Response to Intervention model will be used as a guide for both school-wide and individual student intervention planning.  

EDUC7511. The Learning Process (3) 
Examination of accepted theories and current research in learning behavior. Also explores the unique styles of learning and recent studies in brain function and behavior as they relate to the learning process. 

EDUC7518. Action Research for Educators (3) 
Introduction to traditional and action research in the school setting. Literature review, data collection, interpretation, and surveys will be included. Students will prepare an action research proposal as part of the course requirements. Prerequisites: EDUC7530 - Statistical Methods and Analysis (3) or EDUC7531 Statistical Applications for Educators (2).

EDUC7526. Online Course Design (3) 
This course is designed for faculty who are developing or redeveloping an online course. The course will provide an overview of the fundamentals of developing an online course based on best practices in instructional design and teaching and learning online. Participants will begin developing their own online course by defining specific goals and objectives, and creating course units that incorporate activities to address multiple learning styles, facilitate an online learning community, and assess student learning online.

EDUC7527. Theoretical Foundations of Online Education (3) 
Students will be introduced to the theoretical foundations and current research on virtual learning environments. They will analyze, and discuss the theoretical implications for developing and facilitating successful online student learning.   

EDUC7528. Effective Online Teaching (3) 
This course is designed for faculty who will be facilitating (teaching) an online course. Experiencing the online learning environment from a student’s perspective, participants will explore the theoretical foundations and “best practice” principles of teaching and learning online. Topics include applying basic instructional design principles to teaching an online course; selecting pedagogical approaches to facilitate online learning; implementing strategies for conveying instructor presence and building an online learning community; exploring methods for integrating faith online; and using technology to effectively communicate and manage teaching activities in virtual environments. Participants will also explore legal issues related to the online learning environment, identify relevant institutional policies, procedures, and support resources, and develop an online teaching philosophy and professional development plan.  

EDUC7529. Online Teaching Internship (5) 
Students will demonstrate their ability to meet the needs of online learners using synchronous and asynchronous online learning tools. Students will demonstrate best practices in online instruction by promoting critical thinking in online students as they facilitate online discussions and group projects. Learners will explore various instructional strategies and digital assessments for use in the online classroom.   

EDUC 7531 Statistical Applications for Educators (2)
An introduction to statistical approaches to making decisions in K-12 schools. This course introduces students to descriptive and inferential statistics commonly used in education. No previous course work in statistics is assumed.

EDUC7532. Instructional Models (3)
The course is designed to acquaint students with four basic families of instructional models: 1) information processing; 2) personal development; 3) social development; and 4) behavioral systems. Examples of models representing each family will be reviewed. 

EDUC7533. Curriculum and Assessment (3) 
This course explores historical, philosophical and contemporary issues of curriculum design, including concept-based curriculum. Sound assessment practices will be explored, promoting the effective use of assessment as a teaching tool. Students will develop and analyze curriculum including assessment components. 

EDUC7545. Classroom and Behavior Management in the Mainstreamed Classroom (3) 
This course offers procedures for developing appropriate behaviors in the regular classroom both with regular students and with students considered behaviorally disordered. Behavior modification techniques will be discussed as well as development of management techniques. Non-instructional expectations of the teacher and relations with colleagues and parents will be explored. 

EDUC7561. Multicultural Issues in Education (2) 
An examination of the pluralistic nature of the school population. The implications to society and to the instructional process will be addressed. 

EDUC7562. Technology in Education (3) 
Helps students gain an awareness of current and emerging computer technologies and develop practical skills for integrating these technologies in educational settings. Essential and advanced features of software applications will be explored. 

EDUC7566. Educational Values (1) 
A study of the educator's role in relation to student and societal values. Includes theories and practical application related to moral development and the educator’s responsibility in character education and values formation.

EDUC7589. Cultural Diversity (3) 
This course will take an in-depth look at cultural issues impacting students academically, socially and emotionally. The classroom implications for each area will be examined through ethnographies and case studies. Effective strategies for meaningful involvement of culturally diverse parents will also be explored. As a major component of this course, students will participate in a culturally diverse service learning project.

EDUC7598C. Seminar: Action Research (1) 
The purpose of this seminar is to provide guidance and instruction to students completing their action research project. The finished product is the action research paper and presentation. May be repeated for credit. Grade of Pass/Fail. Prerequisites: EDUC7518 Action Research for Educators (3) and either EDUC7530 Statistical Methods and Analysis (3) or EDUC7531 Statistical Applications for Educators (2).