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    May 18, 2024  
Missouri Baptist University 2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
Missouri Baptist University 2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


CROSS-LISTED COURSES

Courses cross-listed between disciplines are generally indicated by a common course prefix as listed below. Exceptions, such as and MUCS/THEP courses, are denoted in the course description.

Course Prefix Cross-listed Disciplines   Course Prefix Cross-listed Disciplines
BUMU Business and Music   HIPO History and Political Science
CMHS Christian Ministry and History HUED Human Services and Education
CMPS Christian Ministry and Psychology MGPS Management and Psychology
COEN Communications and English MUED Music and Education
COST Communications and Theatre PHED Physical and Health Education
CPHS Philosophy and History POPH Political Science and Philosophy
CRPH Criminal Justice and Philosophy PSHU Psychology and Human Services
CRPO Criminal Justice and Political Science PSPO Psychology and Political Science
CRPS Criminal Justice/Psychology/Sociology PSCM Psychology and Christian Ministry
EDEN Education and English PSSC Psychology and Sociology
EDMU Education and Music CEWL Christian Education and Worship Leadership
EDPS Education and Psychology SOHI Sociology and History
EDST Education and Theatre THMU Theatre and Music

 

 

Reading and Literacy Studies

  
  • EDRD 443/543 - Analysis and Correction of Reading Disabilities


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course examines modern methods used in treating reading disabilities, including an acquaintance with diagnostic procedures, remedial techniques, special materials, and evaluating devices. Students may concentrate on problems within their specific areas of concern. Students will become competent in applying assessment strategies for the improvement of student learning. A study of state-mandated assessment is included. A field experience is included in the scope of this course. This course cannot be taken as a Directed Study. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisites: EDUC 203 , EDUC 303 , and EDRD 433/533  

    EDUC 203 , EDUC 303 , ECTA 323  EDRD 433/533  
    Note: CPT form required for F-1 international students.

  
  • EDRD 463/563 - Reading and Writing Strategies for Middle and Secondary Content Areas


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course explores current views and practices of teaching reading and writing in the middle and secondary school content areas. An emphasis will be placed on methods and materials for implementing instruction based on learning styles, strengths, needs, and prior learning experiences, including instructional interventions for students with reading and writing deficits. Application will be made to state and national standards. Students will become competent in applying assessment strategies for the improvement of student learning. A study of state-mandated assessment is included. A ten (10) clock hour field experience is included in the scope of this course. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
    Term Offered: Spring

    Prerequisites: EDUC 203  and EDUC 303  
    Note: CPT form required for F-1 international students.

Secondary Student Teaching

  
  • ESCL 4703 - Student Teaching: Secondary


    Semester Hours: Three
    Student teaching consists of sixteen (16) weeks of teaching experiences in an appropriate classroom setting in a state or nationally accredited public or private school under the supervision of an experienced and highly qualified cooperating teacher. Students seeking certification in a single content area will complete one sixteen-week teaching experience. Students seeking certification at more than one level (K-12) or in more than one content area must student teach for twelve weeks at one level or content area and four weeks at the other level or content area as approved by the Dean of Education or Director of Field Experiences. This culminating field experience enables students to practice and develop the pedagogical skills necessary to meet the Missouri performance standards for teacher certification. Candidates actively participate and complete required assignments, work with students as requested and under the supervision of the classroom teacher, and have the opportunity and responsibility to lead the class over an extended period of time. After being formally admitted to the Teacher Education program, certification candidates must apply to student teach. Application for Student Teaching must be made to the Education Office by the end of the second week of the Fall semester for Spring Student Teaching and by the end of the second week of the Spring semester for Fall Student Teaching. The final decision regarding placement will be left to the discretion of the Director of Field Experiences in order to insure the quality of student teaching experiences in diverse settings. Candidates are required to complete their student teaching experience in the grade level(s) and subject area(s) for which they are seeking recommendation for certification.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisites: 1. Current Family Care Safety Registry background check (see catalog section on Background Checks for Field Experience and Student Teaching for additional information). Some districts may also require a valid Missouri substitute certificate and/or current tuberculosis (TB) test results for placement. CPT form required for F-1 international students. 2. No undergraduate degree-seeking candidate will be allowed to student teach without having passed all sections of the Missouri General Education Assessment (MoGEA). 3. Both undergraduate and graduate students must be formally admitted into the Teacher Education Program, must have satisfactorily completed all education courses, and must be approved by the Education Division prior to student teaching.
    Co-requisite: EDUC 471 - Student Teaching Seminar  
    Required Assessment(s): Required Assessments: 1. Successful completion of the exit Missouri Pre-Service Teacher Assessment (MoPTA); 2. Passing score on the content area exit assessment(s) in the certification area(s) for which the student is being recommended; and 3. Satisfactory formative evaluations and a satisfactory summative evaluation for the student teaching experience.

    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching:
    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching: Students desiring to petition for credit for a portion of their student teaching experience must have a minimum of two years of classroom instructional experience in the grade level and/or subject area for which they are seeking certification in order to apply. The experience must be in a public or accredited private school and must be concurrent with enrollment in the Teacher Education Program. To determine eligibility, the student must first complete a CPL conference with the Dean of Education or her designee at least one semester prior to the anticipated student teaching semester. Students must be fully admitted to the Teacher Education Program and have passed the student teaching interview before CPL credit may be awarded.

    Note: Students must complete the equivalent of 16 weeks/12 credit hours of student teaching before being recommended for certification, either 4712 or 4709+4703. A Student Teaching Fee is charged for this course.
  
  • ESCL 4709 - Student Teaching: Secondary


    Semester Hours: Nine
    Student teaching consists of sixteen (16) weeks of teaching experiences in an appropriate classroom setting in a state or nationally accredited public or private school under the supervision of an experienced and highly qualified cooperating teacher. Students seeking certification in a single content area will complete one sixteen-week teaching experience. Students seeking certification at more than one level (K-12) or in more than one content area must student teach for twelve weeks at one level or content area and four weeks at the other level or content area as approved by the Dean of Education or Director of Field Experiences. This culminating field experience enables students to practice and develop the pedagogical skills necessary to meet the Missouri performance standards for teacher certification. Candidates actively participate and complete required assignments, work with students as requested and under the supervision of the classroom teacher, and have the opportunity and responsibility to lead the class over an extended period of time. After being formally admitted to the Teacher Education program, certification candidates must apply to student teach. Application for Student Teaching must be made to the Education Office by the end of the second week of the Fall semester for Spring Student Teaching and by the end of the second week of the Spring semester for Fall Student Teaching. The final decision regarding placement will be left to the discretion of the Director of Field Experiences in order to insure the quality of student teaching experiences in diverse settings. Candidates are required to complete their student teaching experience in the grade level(s) and subject area(s) for which they are seeking recommendation for certification.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisites: 1. Current Family Care Safety Registry background check (see catalog section on Background Checks for Field Experience and Student Teaching for additional information). Some districts may also require a valid Missouri substitute certificate and/or current tuberculosis (TB) test results for placement. CPT form required for F-1 international students. 2. No undergraduate degree-seeking candidate will be allowed to student teach without having passed all sections of the Missouri General Education Assessment (MoGEA). 3. Both undergraduate and graduate students must be formally admitted into the Teacher Education Program, must have satisfactorily completed all education courses, and must be approved by the Education Division prior to student teaching.
    Co-requisite: EDUC 471 - Student Teaching Seminar  
    Required Assessment(s): Required Assessments: 1. Successful completion of the exit Missouri Pre-Service Teacher Assessment (MoPTA); 2. Passing score on the content area exit assessment(s) in the certification area(s) for which the student is being recommended; and 3. Satisfactory formative evaluations and a satisfactory summative evaluation for the student teaching experience.

    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching:
    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching: Students desiring to petition for credit for a portion of their student teaching experience must have a minimum of two years of classroom instructional experience in the grade level and/or subject area for which they are seeking certification in order to apply. The experience must be in a public or accredited private school and must be concurrent with enrollment in the Teacher Education Program. To determine eligibility, the student must first complete a CPL conference with the Dean of Education or her designee at least one semester prior to the anticipated student teaching semester. Students must be fully admitted to the Teacher Education Program and have passed the student teaching interview before CPL credit may be awarded.

    Note: Students must complete the equivalent of 16 weeks/12 credit hours of student teaching before being recommended for certification, either 4712 or 4709+4703. A Student Teaching Fee is charged for this course.
  
  • ESCL 4712 - Student Teaching: Secondary


    Semester Hours: Twelve
    Student teaching consists of sixteen (16) weeks of teaching experiences in an appropriate classroom setting in a state or nationally accredited public or private school under the supervision of an experienced and highly qualified cooperating teacher. Students seeking certification in a single content area will complete one sixteen-week teaching experience. Students seeking certification at more than one level (K-12) or in more than one content area must student teach for twelve weeks at one level or content area and four weeks at the other level or content area as approved by the Dean of Education or Director of Field Experiences. This culminating field experience enables students to practice and develop the pedagogical skills necessary to meet the Missouri performance standards for teacher certification. Candidates actively participate and complete required assignments, work with students as requested and under the supervision of the classroom teacher, and have the opportunity and responsibility to lead the class over an extended period of time. After being formally admitted to the Teacher Education program, certification candidates must apply to student teach. Application for Student Teaching must be made to the Education Office by the end of the second week of the Fall semester for Spring Student Teaching and by the end of the second week of the Spring semester for Fall Student Teaching. The final decision regarding placement will be left to the discretion of the Director of Field Experiences in order to insure the quality of student teaching experiences in diverse settings. Candidates are required to complete their student teaching experience in the grade level(s) and subject area(s) for which they are seeking recommendation for certification.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisites: 1. Current Family Care Safety Registry background check (see catalog section on Background Checks for Field Experience and Student Teaching for additional information). Some districts may also require a valid Missouri substitute certificate and/or current tuberculosis (TB) test results for placement. CPT form required for F-1 international students. 2. No undergraduate degree-seeking candidate will be allowed to student teach without having passed all sections of the Missouri General Education Assessment (MoGEA). 3. Both undergraduate and graduate students must be formally admitted into the Teacher Education Program, must have satisfactorily completed all education courses, and must be approved by the Education Division prior to student teaching.
    Co-requisite: EDUC 471 - Student Teaching Seminar  
    Required Assessment(s): Required Assessments: 1. Successful completion of the exit Missouri Pre-Service Teacher Assessment (MoPTA); 2. Passing score on the content area exit assessment(s) in the certification area(s) for which the student is being recommended; and 3. Satisfactory formative evaluations and a satisfactory summative evaluation for the student teaching experience.

    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching:
    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching: Students desiring to petition for credit for a portion of their student teaching experience must have a minimum of two years of classroom instructional experience in the grade level and/or subject area for which they are seeking certification in order to apply. The experience must be in a public or accredited private school and must be concurrent with enrollment in the Teacher Education Program. To determine eligibility, the student must first complete a CPL conference with the Dean of Education or her designee at least one semester prior to the anticipated student teaching semester. Students must be fully admitted to the Teacher Education Program and have passed the student teaching interview before CPL credit may be awarded.

    Note: Students must complete the equivalent of 16 weeks/12 credit hours of student teaching before being recommended for certification, either 4712 or 4709+4703. A Student Teaching Fee is charged for this course.
  
  • ESCL 4712 or 4709+4703 - Student Teaching: Secondary


    Semester Hours: Twelve
    Student teaching consists of sixteen (16) weeks of teaching experiences in an appropriate classroom setting in a state or nationally accredited public or private school under the supervision of an experienced and highly qualified cooperating teacher. Students seeking certification in a single content area will complete one sixteen-week teaching experience. Students seeking certification at more than one level (K-12) or in more than one content area must student teach for twelve weeks at one level or content area and four weeks at the other level or content area as approved by the Dean of Education or Director of Field Experiences. This culminating field experience enables students to practice and develop the pedagogical skills necessary to meet the Missouri performance standards for teacher certification. Candidates actively participate and complete required assignments, work with students as requested and under the supervision of the classroom teacher, and have the opportunity and responsibility to lead the class over an extended period of time. After being formally admitted to the Teacher Education program, certification candidates must apply to student teach. Application for Student Teaching must be made to the Education Office by the end of the second week of the Fall semester for Spring Student Teaching and by the end of the second week of the Spring semester for Fall Student Teaching. The final decision regarding placement will be left to the discretion of the Director of Field Experiences in order to insure the quality of student teaching experiences in diverse settings. Candidates are required to complete their student teaching experience in the grade level(s) and subject area(s) for which they are seeking recommendation for certification.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisites: 1. Current Family Care Safety Registry background check (see catalog section on Background Checks for Field Experience and Student Teaching for additional information). Some districts may also require a valid Missouri substitute certificate and/or current tuberculosis (TB) test results for placement. CPT form required for F-1 international students. 2. No undergraduate degree-seeking candidate will be allowed to student teach without having passed all sections of the Missouri General Education Assessment (MoGEA). 3. Both undergraduate and graduate students must be formally admitted into the Teacher Education Program, must have satisfactorily completed all education courses, and must be approved by the Education Division prior to student teaching.
    Co-requisite: EDUC 471 - Student Teaching Seminar  
    Required Assessment(s): Required Assessments: 1. Successful completion of the exit Missouri Pre-Service Teacher Assessment (MoPTA); 2. Passing score on the content area exit assessment(s) in the certification area(s) for which the student is being recommended; and 3. Satisfactory formative evaluations and a satisfactory summative evaluation for the student teaching experience.

    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching:
    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching: Students desiring to petition for credit for a portion of their student teaching experience must have a minimum of two years of classroom instructional experience in the grade level and/or subject area for which they are seeking certification in order to apply. The experience must be in a public or accredited private school and must be concurrent with enrollment in the Teacher Education Program. To determine eligibility, the student must first complete a CPL conference with the Dean of Education or her designee at least one semester prior to the anticipated student teaching semester. Students must be fully admitted to the Teacher Education Program and have passed the student teaching interview before CPL credit may be awarded.

    Note: Students must complete the equivalent of 16 weeks/12 credit hours of student teaching before being recommended for certification, either 4712 or 4709+4703. A Student Teaching Fee is charged for this course.

Spanish

  
  • SPAN 114 - Elementary Spanish I


    Semester Hours: Four
    A beginning course emphasizing pronunciation, grammar, simple reading, and conversation with the goal of knowledge of basic linguistic structures and vocabulary.
    Term Offered: Fall

  
  • SPAN 124 - Elementary Spanish II


    Semester Hours: Four
    A continuing course emphasizing pronunciation, grammar, simple reading and conversation with the goal of knowledge of basic linguistic structures and vocabulary.
    Term Offered: Spring

    Prerequisite: SPAN 114  or test.
  
  • SPAN 211-421 - Continuing Practice in Spanish Conversation


    Semester Hours: One
    This course works toward improving student fluency and vocabulary through conversation, while reviewing grammatical concepts. These classes must be taken in sequence and do not count toward the Spanish Minor.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisite: SPAN 124  or instructors consent.
  
  • SPAN 213 - Intermediate Spanish I


    Semester Hours: Three
    A course strengthening and reinforcing grammar with the purpose of increasing vocabulary and fluency through composition, conversation, and literature.
    Term Offered: Fall, Even Years

    Prerequisite: SPAN 124  or test.
  
  • SPAN 223 - Intermediate Spanish II


    Semester Hours: Three
    A continuing course strengthening and reinforcing grammar with the purpose of increasing vocabulary and fluency through composition, conversation, and literature.
    Term Offered: Spring, Odd Years

    Prerequisite: SPAN 213  or test.
  
  • SPAN 313 - Advanced Spanish I


    Semester Hours: Three
    A study of the history, civilizations, cultures, and customs of the Hispanic world with regard to their impact on the present. The class follows the lecture format with opportunities for discussion, writing, and practice.
    Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years

    Prerequisite: SPAN 223  
  
  • SPAN 323 - Advanced Spanish II


    Semester Hours: Three
    A study of the spoken and written practices and customs of Spanish in business situations and community outreach.
    Term Offered: Spring, Even Years

    Prerequisites: SPAN 223  and SPAN 313 

Special Education

  
  • EDSP 403/503 - Introduction to Autism: Evident Practices in Teaching and Interventions


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course is designed to acquaint students with autism and the criteria involved in assessing appropriate practices in intervention and therapy. Based upon the knowledge and understanding of the spectrum of autism, the student will be able to develop a working base in which to better promote a child’s individual learning profile. The areas of cognition, communication, behavior, and social skill acquisition will be addressed so the student will be able to utilize these in developing a holistic approach in the treatment of autism.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisite: EDPS 453/553  
    Note: Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
  
  • EDSP 413/513 - Language Development and Disorders of the Exceptional Child


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course is a study of language and communication issues, disorders, and problems in special education. Topics include: normal and atypical language development, language assessment, strategies for language development in various service delivery models, utilizing technology with language impaired students, techniques for modifying instructional methods and materials, language curriculum materials, cultural influences on language and communication skills, and instructional strategies for enhancing oral and written communication with language impaired students. Students will become competent in applying assessment strategies for the improvement of student learning. A study of state-mandated assessment is included. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
    Term Offered: Fall

    Prerequisites: EDUC 203  and EDUC 303  
    prerequisite/co-requisite:EDPS 453/553  

  
  • EDSP 433/533 - Introduction and Methods of Teaching and Inclusion for Students with Cross-Categorical Disabilities and Field Experience


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course is a detailed study of the characteristics of children and adolescents with cross-categorical disabilities and the issues impacting them intellectually, socially, academically, emotionally, and physically. This course will emphasize effective instructional and classroom management strategies with regard to students with cross-categorical disabilities. Students will become competent in applying assessment strategies for the improvement of student learning. A study of state-mandated assessment is included. Other topics include: theories and approaches to learning and applied behavior analysis, oral language content and instructional strategies, reading strategies, written expression strategies, teaching in the content area and study skills, math strategies, classroom management and social skills development, educational technology for learning disabled and behavior disordered students, collaboration techniques for team teaching, working with IEP teams, and agencies, and communicating with parents. Students seeking Cross-Categorical Disabilities certification are required to participate in a 15-clock hour field experience in an appropriate setting working with students with cross-categorical disabilities outside of class time. For students in the MEA program pursuing Special Education Director certification, this course includes a 15-hour field experience designed to give students real-life experiences with their mentor in the specific areas of content listed in the course description. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisites for those seeking initial certification to teach: EDUC 203  and EDUC 303 ;
    prerequisite/co-requisite: EDPS 453/553  

    Note: Note: Some districts may also require current tuberculosis (TB) test results for placement. CPT form required for F-1 international students is a prerequisite for those completing the 15-clock hours field experience.
  
  • EDSP 453/553 - Teaching Remedial Math K-12: Seminar and Field Experience


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course is designed to analyze the recurring error patterns of students as they process mathematical skills and demonstrate the relationships between and among mathematical ideas. The course will address mental computation, estimation, alternative algorithms, creating, inventing and constructing numerical methods which give meaning to operations with numbers and other techniques which will remediate the K-12 student in mathematical competencies. Students will become competent in applying assessment strategies for the improvement of student learning. A study of state-mandated assessment is included. The course is directed to both the undergraduate and graduate level student. For graduate credit, an action research project pertinent to mathematical remediation must be designed, implemented and analyzed during the course. This course is required for those seeking certification in middle school and secondary mathematics, early childhood education, elementary education, early childhood special education, and special education: cross-categorical disabilities (K-12). Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements. This course cannot be taken as a directed study.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Prerequisites: EDUC 203  and EDUC 303  
    prerequisite/co-requisite: EDPS 453/553  and either ELED 433/533  or EDMS 473/573  

    Note: CPT form required for F-1 international students.
  
  • EDSP 463/563 - Individual Diagnostics and Classroom Assessment


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course is intended to provide teachers with basic measurement and evaluation principles and procedures and instruments used in the assessment and evaluation of non-disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities from birth through adult. Topics include: test selection, planning, and construction; item analysis for test improvement; basic terminology used in assessment, administration and interpretation of individual intelligence tests, group assessment/testing, administration, and interpretation of individual achievement tests, behavioral checklists and rating scales; functional classroom assessment; performance-based assessments; ethical concerns; legal provisions; regulations and guidelines regarding assessment of individuals with disabilities and non-disabled individuals; and other pertinent topics.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Prerequisites: EDUC 203 , EDUC 303 , EDPS 383 , and EDPS 453/553  
    prerequisite/co-requisite: Students must have completed 90 credit hours before being allowed to take this course. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.

    Note: This course cannot be taken as a directed study or credit for prior learning portfolio. Students seeking counselor licensure may not take this as a web-based course. SPECIAL COURSE FEE: $10.00
  
  • EDSP 4703 - Student Teaching: Cross-Categorical Disabilities


    Semester Hours: Three
    Student teaching consists of sixteen (16) weeks of teaching experiences in an appropriate classroom setting in a state or nationally accredited public or private school under the supervision of an experienced and highly qualified cooperating teacher. Students seeking add-on certification in special education: cross-categorical disabilities mild/moderate must student teach for twelve weeks in an approved regular education setting (elementary, middle, or secondary) and four weeks in a special education/cross-categorical setting (elementary, middle, or secondary) as approved by the Dean of Education or Director of Field Experiences. Students seeking stand-alone certification in special education: cross-categorical disabilities mild/moderate must student teach for twelve weeks and four weeks in two different, approved special education settings (one placement in an elementary special education setting and one placement in a middle/secondary special education setting) as approved by the Dean of Education or Director of Field Experiences. This culminating field experience enables students to practice and develop the pedagogical skills necessary to meet the Missouri performance standards for teacher certification. Candidates actively participate and complete required assignments, work with students as requested and under the supervision of the classroom teacher, and have the opportunity and responsibility to lead the class over an extended period of time. After being formally admitted to the Teacher Education program, certification candidates must apply to student teach. Application for Student Teaching must be made to the Education Office by the end of the second week of the Fall semester for Spring Student Teaching and by the end of the second week of the Spring semester for Fall Student Teaching. The final decision regarding placement will be left to the discretion of the Director of Field Experiences in order to insure the quality of student teaching experiences in diverse settings. Candidates are required to complete their student teaching experience in the grade level(s) and subject area(s) for which they are seeking recommendation for certification.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisites: 1. Current Family Care Safety Registry background check (see catalog section on Background Checks for Field Experience and Student Teaching for additional information). Some districts may also require a valid Missouri substitute certificate and/or current tuberculosis (TB) test results for placement. CPT form required for F-1 international students. 2. No undergraduate degree-seeking candidate will be allowed to student teach without having passed all sections of the Missouri General Education Assessment (MoGEA). 3. Both undergraduate and graduate students must be formally admitted into the Teacher Education Program, must have satisfactorily completed all education courses, and must be approved by the Education Division prior to student teaching.
    Co-requisite: EDUC 471 - Student Teaching Seminar  
    Required Assessment(s): Required Assessments: 1. Successful completion of the exit Missouri Pre-Service Teacher Assessment (MoPTA); 2. Passing score on the content area exit assessment(s) in the certification area(s) for which the student is being recommended; and 3. Satisfactory formative evaluations and a satisfactory summative evaluation for the student teaching experience.

    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching:
    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching: Students desiring to petition for credit for a portion of their student teaching experience must have a minimum of two years of classroom instructional experience in the grade level and/or subject area for which they are seeking certification in order to apply. The experience must be in a public or accredited private school and must be concurrent with enrollment in the Teacher Education Program. To determine eligibility, the student must first complete a CPL conference with the Dean of Education or her designee at least one semester prior to the anticipated student teaching semester. Students must be fully admitted to the Teacher Education Program and have passed the student teaching interview before CPL credit may be awarded.

    Note: Students must complete the equivalent of 16 weeks/12 credit hours of student teaching before being recommended for certification, E_CL 4709 Student Teaching (Elementary, Middle, or Secondary) + EDSP 4703 Student Teaching: Cross-Categorical Disabilities OR EDSP 4709 + 4703 Student Teaching: Cross- Categorical Disabilities (one placement in an elementary special education setting and one placement in a middle/secondary special education setting for graduate students seeking special education stand-alone certification). A Student Teaching Fee is charged for this course.
  
  • EDSP 4709 - Student Teaching: Cross-Categorical Disabilities


    Semester Hours: Nine
    Student teaching consists of sixteen (16) weeks of teaching experiences in an appropriate classroom setting in a state or nationally accredited public or private school under the supervision of an experienced and highly qualified cooperating teacher. Students seeking add-on certification in special education: cross-categorical disabilities mild/moderate must student teach for twelve weeks in an approved regular education setting (elementary, middle, or secondary) and four weeks in a special education/cross-categorical setting (elementary, middle, or secondary) as approved by the Dean of Education or Director of Field Experiences. Students seeking stand-alone certification in special education: cross-categorical disabilities mild/moderate must student teach for twelve weeks and four weeks in two different, approved special education settings (one placement in an elementary special education setting and one placement in a middle/secondary special education setting) as approved by the Dean of Education or Director of Field Experiences. This culminating field experience enables students to practice and develop the pedagogical skills necessary to meet the Missouri performance standards for teacher certification. Candidates actively participate and complete required assignments, work with students as requested and under the supervision of the classroom teacher, and have the opportunity and responsibility to lead the class over an extended period of time. After being formally admitted to the Teacher Education program, certification candidates must apply to student teach. Application for Student Teaching must be made to the Education Office by the end of the second week of the Fall semester for Spring Student Teaching and by the end of the second week of the Spring semester for Fall Student Teaching. The final decision regarding placement will be left to the discretion of the Director of Field Experiences in order to insure the quality of student teaching experiences in diverse settings. Candidates are required to complete their student teaching experience in the grade level(s) and subject area(s) for which they are seeking recommendation for certification.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisites: 1. Current Family Care Safety Registry background check (see catalog section on Background Checks for Field Experience and Student Teaching for additional information). Some districts may also require a valid Missouri substitute certificate and/or current tuberculosis (TB) test results for placement. CPT form required for F-1 international students. 2. No undergraduate degree-seeking candidate will be allowed to student teach without having passed all sections of the Missouri General Education Assessment (MoGEA). 3. Both undergraduate and graduate students must be formally admitted into the Teacher Education Program, must have satisfactorily completed all education courses, and must be approved by the Education Division prior to student teaching.
    Co-requisite: EDUC 471 - Student Teaching Seminar 
    Required Assessment(s): Required Assessments: 1. Successful completion of the exit Missouri Pre-Service Teacher Assessment (MoPTA); 2. Passing score on the content area exit assessment(s) in the certification area(s) for which the student is being recommended; and 3. Satisfactory formative evaluations and a satisfactory summative evaluation for the student teaching experience.

    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching:
    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching: Students desiring to petition for credit for a portion of their student teaching experience must have a minimum of two years of classroom instructional experience in the grade level and/or subject area for which they are seeking certification in order to apply. The experience must be in a public or accredited private school and must be concurrent with enrollment in the Teacher Education Program. To determine eligibility, the student must first complete a CPL conference with the Dean of Education or her designee at least one semester prior to the anticipated student teaching semester. Students must be fully admitted to the Teacher Education Program and have passed the student teaching interview before CPL credit may be awarded.

    Note: Students must complete the equivalent of 16 weeks/12 credit hours of student teaching before being recommended for certification, E_CL 4709 Student Teaching (Elementary, Middle, or Secondary) + EDSP 4703 Student Teaching: Cross-Categorical Disabilities OR EDSP 4709 + 4703 Student Teaching: Cross- Categorical Disabilities (one placement in an elementary special education setting and one placement in a middle/secondary special education setting for graduate students seeking special education stand-alone certification). A Student Teaching Fee is charged for this course.
  
  • EDSP 4709+4703 - Student Teaching: Cross-Categorical Disabilities


    Semester Hours: Twelve
    Student teaching consists of sixteen (16) weeks of teaching experiences in an appropriate classroom setting in a state or nationally accredited public or private school under the supervision of an experienced and highly qualified cooperating teacher. Students seeking add-on certification in special education: cross-categorical disabilities mild/moderate must student teach for twelve weeks in an approved regular education setting (elementary, middle, or secondary) and four weeks in a special education/cross-categorical setting (elementary, middle, or secondary) as approved by the Dean of Education or Director of Field Experiences. Students seeking stand-alone certification in special education: cross-categorical disabilities mild/moderate must student teach for twelve weeks and four weeks in two different, approved special education settings (one placement in an elementary special education setting and one placement in a middle/secondary special education setting) as approved by the Dean of Education or Director of Field Experiences. This culminating field experience enables students to practice and develop the pedagogical skills necessary to meet the Missouri performance standards for teacher certification. Candidates actively participate and complete required assignments, work with students as requested and under the supervision of the classroom teacher, and have the opportunity and responsibility to lead the class over an extended period of time. After being formally admitted to the Teacher Education program, certification candidates must apply to student teach. Application for Student Teaching must be made to the Education Office by the end of the second week of the Fall semester for Spring Student Teaching and by the end of the second week of the Spring semester for Fall Student Teaching. The final decision regarding placement will be left to the discretion of the Director of Field Experiences in order to insure the quality of student teaching experiences in diverse settings. Candidates are required to complete their student teaching experience in the grade level(s) and subject area(s) for which they are seeking recommendation for certification.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisites: 1. Current Family Care Safety Registry background check (see catalog section on Background Checks for Field Experience and Student Teaching for additional information). Some districts may also require a valid Missouri substitute certificate and/or current tuberculosis (TB) test results for placement. CPT form required for F-1 international students. 2. No undergraduate degree-seeking candidate will be allowed to student teach without having passed all sections of the Missouri General Education Assessment (MoGEA). 3. Both undergraduate and graduate students must be formally admitted into the Teacher Education Program, must have satisfactorily completed all education courses, and must be approved by the Education Division prior to student teaching.
    Co-requisite: EDUC 471 - Student Teaching Seminar  
    Required Assessment(s): Required Assessments: 1. Successful completion of the exit Missouri Pre-Service Teacher Assessment (MoPTA); 2. Passing score on the content area exit assessment(s) in the certification area(s) for which the student is being recommended; and 3. Satisfactory formative evaluations and a satisfactory summative evaluation for the student teaching experience.

    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching:
    Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Portfolio Credit for Student Teaching: Students desiring to petition for credit for a portion of their student teaching experience must have a minimum of two years of classroom instructional experience in the grade level and/or subject area for which they are seeking certification in order to apply. The experience must be in a public or accredited private school and must be concurrent with enrollment in the Teacher Education Program. To determine eligibility, the student must first complete a CPL conference with the Dean of Education or her designee at least one semester prior to the anticipated student teaching semester. Students must be fully admitted to the Teacher Education Program and have passed the student teaching interview before CPL credit may be awarded.

    Note: Students must complete the equivalent of 16 weeks/12 credit hours of student teaching before being recommended for certification, E_CL 4709 Student Teaching (Elementary, Middle, or Secondary) + EDSP 4703 Student Teaching: Cross-Categorical Disabilities OR EDSP 4709 + 4703 Student Teaching: Cross- Categorical Disabilities (one placement in an elementary special education setting and one placement in a middle/secondary special education setting for graduate students seeking special education stand-alone certification). A Student Teaching Fee is charged for this course.

Sport Journalism

  
  • COMS 473 - Internship in Sports Journalism


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course exposes students to the disciplines and skills of the media through firsthand experience in the field of broadcast, print or web-based Sports Journalism. Students must have completed the coursework for the minor to enroll in this class. Students are required to complete a minimum of 90 clock hours for this internship.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and consent of the field supervisor.

Sport Management

  
  • SMGT 111/311 - Practical Applications in Sport Sciences


    Semester Hours: One
    Practical Applications in Sport Sciences (PASS) provides an opportunity for students to earn course credit for community project related work experience sponsored by the Health and Sport Sciences Division. Students enrolled in PASS will practice and improve their communication, creative, team building, and leadership skills as they involve themselves in community projects that touch the lives of hundreds of people in Saint Louis and the surrounding area. Students from every discipline can take this class. Up to three hours may be applied toward major electives within the Health and Sport Sciences Division. A total of eight hours may be applied toward graduation.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

  
  • SMGT 113 - Introduction to Sport Management


    Semester Hours: Three
    Introduction to the discipline of sport management and its vast array of career opportunities (the sport industry represents the eleventh largest industry in the U.S.).
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

  
  • SMGT 223 - Sport Management Practicum


    Semester Hours: Three
    Integrates coursework with planned and supervised professional experiences for a minimum of 15 hours per week.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisite/co-requisite: SMGT 113  

    Note: A practicum lab fee is charged for this course.
  
  • SMGT 253 - Tournament and Event Management


    Semester Hours: Three
    An introduction into the planning processes necessary to stage a sporting event with emphases placed on creating and locating the event, welcoming spectators and participants, and developing pertinent timelines and operational objectives for the event.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisite: SMGT 113  
  
  • SMGT 263 - Communication in Sport


    Semester Hours: Three
    Since a sport organization’s success is largely dependent on the degree to which in can effectively communicate with key constituents, this class addresses a variety of communication-related topics, including public relations, image, media relations, and community relations
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisite/Co-requisite: SMGT 113 

  
  • SMGT 313 - Sport Evangelism


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course will examine the processes, methods, and programs of using sport and sport participation as an effective evangelism tool.
    Term Offered: On Demand

  
  • SMGT 323 - Governance and Leadership in Sport


    Semester Hours: Three
    Focuses on the understanding of the concepts of management and leadership. Students will be able to describe the various skills, roles, and functions of sport managers in various sport agencies. The students will be familiar with governing authority, organizational structure, and be able to describe elements of leadership theory and practices.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisite: SMGT 113 
  
  • SMGT 333 - Sport Sociology


    Semester Hours: Three
    A basic understanding of the developments, trends, and social processes that explain sport and participation in physical activity today.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

  
  • SMGT 373 - Sport Marketing


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course focuses on the application of marketing principles in a sport-related setting. Specifically, the course will address content areas such as corporate sponsorships, ticket sales, broadcast agreements, promotional events, and direct marketing in the sport entertainment, sport participation, and sport goods sectors of the industry.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Prerequisites: SMGT 113 , SMGT 263 , SMGT 323 , and SMGT 433/533 
  
  • SMGT 403 - Sport Management Project


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course is designed for students currently employed within the industry, and will provide an additional opportunity for students to either enhance or refine skills developed in the program, or to undertake training in another. Working independently under the supervision of a site supervisor and a university supervisor, students will develop a project of significant pedagogical or professional value through either scholarship or professional responsibilities.
    Term Offered: On Demand

  
  • SMGT 423/523 - Sport Law


    Semester Hours: Three
    Students will be familiar with the legal concepts in those areas that are most prone to litigation. This course specifically introduces the student to the legal system by focusing on the concepts of tort law, product liability, constitutional law, contract law, labor-antitrust law and statutory law as they relate to the sport professions. The course will consider the intellectual property rights of the individual, and emphasize liability-related issues as they impact sport administrators and teachers/coaches of physical activity and sport. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

  
  • SMGT 433/533 - Sport Psychology


    Semester Hours: Three
    The student will develop a better understanding of the psycho-social aspects of sport participation by exploring various psychological and physiological factors that influence the athlete. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

  
  • SMGT 453/553 - Volunteer Management


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course is intended to prepare students to assume roles as volunteer program leaders and managers, or to improve their skills in existing roles with volunteer organizations and agencies. The fundamental design of the course is based on learning through critical thought in and about leadership and management roles with volunteers. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
    Term Offered: On Demand

  
  • SMGT 463/563 - Sport Finance


    Semester Hours: Three
    Financial management, planning and the budgetary components of the sports industry will be discussed. Students will obtain the cognitive and application abilities necessary to maximize success in the sports industry. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete all graduate course requirements.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

  
  • SMGT 473 - Internship in Sport Management


    Semester Hours: Three
    Culminating activity for students in sport management. Students are supervised in an approved sport management related agency for no less than 200 hours.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Prerequisites: 90 hours of accumulated credit, 2.5 overall GPA, and internship coordinator’s permission.
  
  • SMGT 476 - Sport Management Internship


    Semester Hours: Six
    Culminating activity for students in Sport Management. Students spend the equivalent of full-time employment in an appropriate agency for a total of no less than 400 hours.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Prerequisites: 90 hours of accumulated course credit, PHED 413/513 , 3.0 overall GPA, and internship coordinator’s permission.
    Note: A course-specific internship lab fee is charged for this course.
  
  • SMGT 483 - Senior Seminar


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course, designed to serve as a capstone class for the Sport Management major, will strive to integrate all previous courses with the most current information to prepare students to enter the sport industry. Emphasis will be placed upon trends and current readings in sport management. Developing a management, professional, and personal philosophy of sport management will be covered. Additionally, resumes, job searches, graduate school programs, and entry-level job requirements and expectations for future sport managers will be addressed.
    Term Offered: Spring

    Prerequisites: SMGT 113 , SMGT 263 , SMGT 323 , SMGT 433/533 , SMGT 423/523 , SMGT 373 , SMGT 463/563 , and PHED 413/513  
  
  • SMGT 486 - Sport Management Apprenticeship


    Semester Hours: Six
    Students will learn to organize, administer, and/or facilitate sport programs at the corporate, agency, professional, or amateur levels. Opportunities will be provided to develop knowledge and skills relevant to the performance of these functions. Students will have the opportunity to gain 400 hours of on-site experience in a sport management venue. Only those students accepted into the Sport Management Apprenticeship program will be allowed to register for SMGT 486. Students accepted into the Apprenticeship program will be allowed enroll in this course up to two times upon approval of their advisor.
    Term Offered: On Demand


Sociology

  
  • SOCO 113 - Introduction to Sociology


    Semester Hours: Three
    An introduction to, and survey of, the field of sociology and its relation to the other social sciences; the nature of society in which social processes, social institutions, and patterns of social interaction development are examined and related to contemporary life.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

  
  • SOCO 323 - Marriage and the Family


    Semester Hours: Three
    A study of the factors which affect personal and social adjustment in successful marriage and family life. The course is designed to examine the development of mate selection, marriage, parent-child relationships, family problems, divorce, and factors related to family stability.
    Term Offered: Fall

  
  • SOCO 353 - Cultural Anthropology


    Semester Hours: Three
    A general survey of cultural anthropology as a behavioral science, with particular emphasis on culture, language, and social, economic, and kinship relations.
    Term Offered: Fall, Even Years

    Prerequisite: SOCO 113  
  
  • SOCO 413 - Race and Ethnic Relations


    Semester Hours: Three
    A study of the various minority groups in the United States and their significance in race relations. The causes of prejudice and the results of conflict among various religious, social, cultural, and ethnic groups are studied. The history and present status of United States immigration policy are examined. Recommended for students seeking certification to teach.
    Term Offered: Fall, Even Years


Sociology/History

  
  • SOHI 213 - Worldview and Social Issues


    Semester Hours: Three
    A broad survey of contemporary social issues such as family organization and structure, crime, poverty, welfare, prejudice, population explosion, science, and government. Students will analyze, discuss and debate a wide range of social issues from various historical, secular, and religious worldviews. Students will also identify, analyze, and apply possible resolutions to current social issues discussed and debated in class. Various ancillary materials will be used in the course, including point/counterpoint debate resources.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring


Teaching Field Experience

  
  • EDCL 200 - Teaching in A Diverse Society Field Experience


    Semester Hours: Zero
    Students will apply knowledge addressing social inequalities and stratification as a primary lens for understanding diversity and other forms of difference in schools which they have gained in EDUC 203  Teaching in a Diverse Society by completing a focused field experience in a diverse educational setting. Students must earn a final grade of Credit (CR) for program completion.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Co-requisites: EDUC 201  Professional Growth and Development I and EDUC 203  Teaching in a Diverse Society and current Family Care Safety Registry background check (see catalog section on Background Checks for Field Experience and Student Teaching for additional information). A lab fee is charged for this field experience.
    Note: CPT form required for F-1 international students. This course is also required for students transferring a course equivalent to EDUC 203  Teaching in a Diverse Society: Seminar and Field Experience which did not include a comparable field experience in diverse settings.
  
  • EDCL 211 - Teaching Field Experience I


    Semester Hours: One
    This is an initial field experience to be taken at the beginning of the student’s pre-service teacher education program. This 30 clock-hour field experience should be completed within the grade levels of the certification being sought. Students will begin to develop an experiential foundation through a combination of classroom observations, dialogue with practicing teachers, working with children as tutors or in small groups, etc. Students will successfully create and present a minimum of one lesson to K-12 students under the supervision of the K-12 classroom teacher and the university supervisor. The field location will be assigned by the Director of Field Experiences in order to insure the quality of field experiences in diverse settings.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in EDUC 210  and current Family Care Safety Registry background check (see catalog section on Background Checks for Field Experience and Student Teaching for additional information).

    Note: Note: Some districts may also require current tuberculosis (TB) test results for placement. A lab fee is charged for this field experience. CPT form required for F-1 international students.
  
  • EDCL 411/511 - Teaching Field Experience II


    Semester Hours: One
    This is a second field experience to be completed in a different setting than the initial experience in EDCL 211 . This field experience should be completed near the end of the student’s pre-service teacher education program prior to the student teaching experience. This field experience requires 45 clock hours of tutoring, observing, and assisting with small groups or individuals in an instructional setting within the grade levels of desired certification. The student is expected to present a minimum of two lessons, keep a log, write a reflective report, collect artifacts, and meet with the university supervisor to discuss educational issues/topics and the field experience. The field experience location will be assigned by the Director of Field Experiences in order to insure that students have an opportunity to experience diverse school settings.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in EDUC 410  and current Family Care Safety Registry background check (see catalog section on Background Checks for Field Experience and Student Teaching for additional information).
    Note: Note: Some districts may also require current tuberculosis (TB) test results for placement. A lab fee is charged for this field experience. This course cannot be accepted in transfer from another institution. CPT form required for F-1 international students.
  
  • EDCL 420/520 - Field Experience with English Language Learners


    Semester Hours: Zero
    This course is required for students transferring a course equivalent to the lecture component of EDRD 423/523  Integration of Literacy in the Content Areas: Seminar and Field Experience who do not have a comparable field experience working with English Language Learners. A study of mandated assessment and best practices for instruction of English Language Learners (ELL) will be included. A minimum ten (10) clock-hour field experience working with ELL students is required for this course. This course must be taken before student teaching. Students must earn a final grade of Credit (CR) for program completion.
    Term Offered: On Demand

    Co-requisite: Current Family Care Safety Registry background check (see catalog section on Background Checks for Field Experience and Student Teaching for additional information).
    Note: Note: Some districts may also require current tuberculosis (TB) test results for placement. A lab fee is charged for this field experience. CPT form required for F-1 international students.
  
  • EDCL 451-456 - Pre-Service Teaching Internship


    Semester Hours: One to Six
    The purpose of this course is to provide students interested in teaching the opportunity to acquire additional and/or refine skills and knowledge in an occupation that they have chosen. The course will expose students to additional real world experiences in order to help them gain a repertoire of skills and knowledge to assist in assuring a successful student teaching experience and professional teaching career.
    Term Offered: On Demand

    Prerequisites: Junior standing or better; must have completed EDCL 411/511  unless otherwise approved by the Education Committee. The field location will be assigned by the Director of Field Experiences in order to insure the quality of field experiences in diverse settings.
    Co-requisite: Current Family Care Safety Registry background check (see catalog section on Background Checks for Field Experience and Student Teaching for additional information).
    Note: Note: Some districts may also require current tuberculosis (TB) test results for placement. CPT form required for F-1 international students.
  
  • EDCL 4700 - CPL Student Teaching Evaluation


    Semester Hours: Zero
    This course is required for students pursuing credit for the full 16 weeks of student teaching through the portfolio credit for prior learning (CPL) process. Enrollment in this zero-credit course must be concurrent with the Missouri Pre-Service Teacher Assessment in order to ensure adequate supervision and assessment of the candidate by Education Division faculty. Students must earn a final grade of Credit (CR) for program completion.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

    Co-requisite: EDUC 471 .
    Note: There is a special fee charged for this course.

Theatre

  
  • THEA 101 - Theatre Media


    Semester Hours: One
    This course explores how technology informs the theatrical process as well as emphasizing computer competency and the development of simple computer applications. This also includes creating a digital presence, marketing in the arts and creating a theatrical portfolio.
    Term Offered: Fall

  
  • THEA 103 - Introduction to Theatre


    Semester Hours: Three
    The course surveys theatre as an art form and how it is created, from concept to curtain call, through the function of the playwright, actor, director, and designer. Students will be required to see several live theatre performances.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

  
  • THEA 113 - Acting I


    Semester Hours: Three
    Teaching basic skills for the beginning actor, the course explores concentration, relaxation, nonverbal communication, and improvisation techniques.
    Term Offered: Fall, Even Years

  
  • THEA 123 - Script Analysis


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course explores the analysis of the script and its translation from page to performance through an examination of the relationships among directors, designers, performers, and audience in the rehearsal process and theatrical performance.
    Term Offered: Fall, Even Years

  
  • THEA 131 - Ballet I


    Semester Hours: One
    Introduces the fundamental laws of ballet, basic terminology, correct placement for proper alignment and stability, progressions, and flexibility. Two class meetings per week.
    Term Offered: Fall, Even Years

  
  • THEA 141 - Jazz I


    Semester Hours: One
    Introduces jazz dance techniques for contemporary and musical theatre. Emphasizes basic principles of jazz movement, technique, terminology and style. Two class meetings per week.
    Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years

  
  • THEA 213 - Stage Make-Up


    Semester Hours: Three
    Provides laboratory exercises in the fundamentals of stage make-up.
    Term Offered: Spring, Odd Years

  
  • THEA 223 - Acting II


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course explores the techniques for character analysis through scene. Students will gain the necessary skills for building a character and creating a role for the stage by performing selected scenes. Other topics discussed include stage combat, use of language and audition techniques.
    Term Offered: Spring, Odd Years

    Prerequisite: THEA 113  
  
  • THEA 233 - Stagecraft


    Semester Hours: Three
    Introduces the basic principles of set design, scenery construction and lighting techniques. Part of this class will include laboratory experiences.
    Term Offered: Spring, Even Years

  
  • THEA 313 - History of Theatre I


    Semester Hours: Three
    Study of the development of drama throughout history from classical to Greek to 16th century theatre including Shakespeare.
    Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years

    Prerequisite/Co-requisite: Sophomore standing and completion or concurrent enrollment of Theatre classes or permission of instructor.

  
  • THEA 323 - History of Theatre II


    Semester Hours: Three
    Traces the important periods in the development of theatre from the 16th century to the present. Through analysis of conventions of staging and dramatic literature, this course examines the aesthetic, cultural, ethical and social dimensions of theatre in different cultures and time periods.
    Term Offered: Spring, Even Years

    Pre-requisite: THEA 313  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • THEA 331 - Ballet II


    Semester Hours: One
    A continuation of Ballet I, adding to basic skills with a particular focus on precision and performance. Two class meetings per week.
    Term Offered: Spring, Odd Years

    Prerequisite: Ballet I or permission of the instructor.
  
  • THEA 333 - Directing


    Semester Hours: Three
    The theory, practice, and ethics of theatre directing is presented, including blocking/movement, script analysis, interpretation, creation of rehearsal atmosphere and the effective use of stage areas.
    Term Offered: Spring, Odd Years

    Prerequisite/co-requisite: THEA 113  and THEA 223 , or permission of instructor.

  
  • THEA 341 - Jazz II


    Semester Hours: One
    A continuation of Jazz I, with particular focus on personal movement style and expression. Course will also study unique dance styles and artists that have influenced the stage, film, and commercial media industry. Two class meetings per week.
    Term Offered: Spring, Even Years

    Prerequisite: Jazz I or permission of the instructor.
  
  • THEA 351 - Tap


    Semester Hours: One
    Studies fundamental steps and techniques necessary for rhythmic coordination of simple tap routines. Two class meetings per week.
    Term Offered: Fall, Even Years

    Prerequisite/co-requisite: Ballet I or Jazz I or permission of the instructor.

  
  • THEA 353 - Drama in Ministry


    Semester Hours: Three
    Designed for pastors, teachers, youth leaders, and church workers, this class explores the various ways that drama can be utilized in the church. Class work includes hands-on experience in using drama with children and youth, drama for the worship service, and how to start a drama program in the local church.
    Term Offered: Spring, Even Years

    Prerequisite: CSCE 273 - Foundations for Christian Ministry .
  
  • THEA 361 - Musical Theatre Styled Dance


    Semester Hours: One
    Explores various styles, movement, and choreography used in musical theatre. Two class meetings per week.
    Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years

    Prerequisite/co-requisite: Ballet I or Jazz I or consent of instructor.

  
  • THEA 363 - Acting III


    Semester Hours: Three
    This course focuses on advanced characterization, including the use of dialects.
    Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years

    Prerequisites: THEA 113 , THEA 223 , or consent of the instructor.
  
  • THEA 401-403 - Special Topics in Theatre


    Semester Hours: One to Three
    This course allows the student to investigate a topic in one area of Theatre that goes beyond the scope of other coursework. The course will involve close collaboration between students and faculty on a topic or issue related to the individual’s interest and career choice. This course may be taken for variable credit and may be repeated up to a maximum of three semester hours.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Prerequisites: Senior standing or consent of the instructor.
  
  • THEA 413 - Tools of the Actor: Voice and Movement


    Semester Hours: Three
    Advanced study of the fundamental tools of the actor: physical awareness, vocal awareness, and ensemble collaboration.
    Term Offered: Spring, Even Years

    Prerequisite: THEA 113 , THEA 223 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • THEA 423 - Theatrical Costuming


    Semester Hours: Three
    Fundamentals of costuming for the stage. A study of fabrics and construction, basic cutting and sewing techniques, costume organization for show purposes as well as an exploration of clothing in each time period.
    Term Offered: Spring, Odd Years

    Pre-requisite: THEA 233  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • THEA 433 - Stage Management


    Semester Hours: Three
    Development of a production book and understanding of all procedures used by a stage manager from the selection of a script to the final production. The role of a stage manager is discussed for both the professional and the non-professional theatre, emphasizing problem-solving and professional standards.
    Term Offered: Fall, Odd Years

  
  • THEA 481 - Senior Capstone Project


    Semester Hours: One
    This course is designed as a comprehensive measure of the knowledge and skill students have acquired in their particular theatre major. There will be two primary dimensions to the capstone course: 1) an opportunity for students to reflect on and undergo assessment of their body of work in their major; and 2) an opportunity to synthesize the knowledge of communication arts theory and practice in a final project performance. The portfolio and presentation will assess whether students have successfully completed the work required for their chosen degree. Since the department is so diverse in emphases and specializations, students will be given an opportunity to design a final project consistent with their interests and experience.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring


Theatre Production

  
  • THEP 111/311 - Theatre Production


    Semester Hours: One
    Preparation and performance of musical and theatrical productions. By audition or permission of the directors only. Students must be available for rehearsals and performances. (Same as MUCS 111/311 )
    Term Offered: On Demand

  
  • THEP 131/331 - Drama Troupe - in Charactre


    Semester Hours: One
    Select drama group open to all students who qualify through audition. Students must be available for on- and off-campus performances.
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

  
  • THEP 471-476 - Theatre Internship


    Semester Hours: One to Six
    This course exposes students to the disciplines and skills of the theatre through firsthand experience. Students must have completed coursework in theatre to enroll in this course.
    Term Offered: On Demand

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and consent of appropriate field supervisor.

Varsity, Junior Varsity, & Club Sports

  
  • KATH 211BB/311BB - Men’s Basketball


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Fall

  
  • KATH 211BS/311BS - Men’s Baseball


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Spring

  
  • KATH 211CC/311CC - Men’s Cross Country


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Fall

  
  • KATH 211FB/311FB - Football


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Fall

  
  • KATH 211G/311G - Men’s Golf


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Spring

  
  • KATH 211LC/311LC - Men’s Lacrosse


    Semester Hours: One
  
  • KATH 211SC/311SC - Men’s Soccer


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Fall

  
  • KATH 211TE/311TE - Men’s Varsity Tennis


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Spring

  
  • KATH 211TF/311TF - Men’s Track and Field


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Spring

  
  • KATH 211V/311V - Men’s Volleyball


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Spring

  
  • KATH 211W/311W - Men’s Wrestling


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Fall

  
  • KATH 211X/311X - Men’s Bowling


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Fall

  
  • KATH 221BB/321BB - Women’s Basketball


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Fall

  
  • KATH 221CC/321CC - Women’s Cross Country


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Fall

  
  • KATH 221CH/321CH - Cheerleading


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Fall, Spring

  
  • KATH 221G/321G - Women’s Golf


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Spring

  
  • KATH 221LC/321LC - Women’s Lacrosse


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Spring

  
  • KATH 221PD/321PD - Pom and Dance


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Fall

  
  • KATH 221SB/321SB - Women’s Varsity Softball


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Spring

  
  • KATH 221SC/321SC - Women’s Soccer


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Fall

  
  • KATH 221SV/321SV - Women’s Sand Volleyball


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Spring

  
  • KATH 221TE/321TE - Women’s Varsity Tennis


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Spring

  
  • KATH 221TF/321TF - Women’s Track and Field


    Semester Hours: One
    Term Offered: Spring

 

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