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EDUC 601 RESEARCH METHODS AND SKILLS
Prerequisites: 500 Level Core Courses
Credits: 3
Research Methods and Skills is a course designed to provide the graduate
student with a knowledge of the various kinds of behavioral research and data
analysis via various statistical packages. It is Web enhanced. It will focus on
various research design methods and hypotheses testing relevant to
educational action research appropriate to behavioral sciences.

EDUC 602 RESEARCH, ASSESSMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
Research, Assessment and Technology is a course designed to provide the
graduate student with (a) an understanding of the various kinds of behavioral
research, (b) an understanding of various research designs appropriate to
behavioral sciences, (c) use of basic statistical techniques appropriate to
designs, (d) a practical understanding and application of various assessments
used within each major’s discipline or specific area and level, as well as skills by
which to construct tests necessary for evaluating and assessing students, and
(e) an introduction to and application of modern technology in order to
enhance learning and enable the student to teach within a global society. The
nature of the computer, relative and contemporary software, the Internet, and
applications of telecommunications are presented. Specific experiences within
a school-based setting are also provided for enrollees to observe, work with
students, and apply concepts and skills emphasized within the course.

EDUC 633 LITERATURE FOR CHILDREN
Former course number 533
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
Study will focus upon the development and use of criteria in selecting and
analyzing the pictorial and verbal statements of children's books. Both in-class
and out-of-class opportunities will provide in-depth exposure to fanciful and
factual literary content. In addition, study will focus on teaching strategies and
alternative materials and media of the field. Individual projects will relate to
the student's level of interest.

EDUC 646 DIAGNOSTIC, CORRECTIVE AND REMEDIAL READING
Former course number 546
Prerequisites: EDUC 544, EDUC 645, EDUC 534
Credits: 3

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