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SPA 4334 - Masterpieces of Hispanic Drama Credits: 3 hrs
This course surveys the key dramatic works in Hispanic literature. Playwrights such as Lope de Vega, Tirso de Molina, Calderón de la Barca, García Lorca, Alfonso Sastre, Rene Marqués, Usigli, Gorostiza, Triana, and others will be studied. Specific movements in the evolution of drama will be discussed. Historical, aesthetic, and technical aspects of Hispanic theater will be stressed. Dramatic theory and criticism will be introduced.
Pre-requisite(s): SPA 3333 or SPA 3335 or permission of department
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SPA 4335 - Masterpieces of Hispanic Poetry Credits: 3 hrs
This course is a study of major Hispanic poets. Focus will be directed toward the poetry and poetic developments of the twentieth century. The works of Dario, Paz, Vallejo, Neruda, Mistral, Ortiz, Parra, Góngora, Machado, Ramón Jiménez, Salinas, García Lorca, Aleixandre, Guillén, Alberti, and others will be examined. The essentials of Spanish versification will be stressed along with distinctive poetic movements and developments. A review of contemporaneous poetic criticism and theory will be introduced.
Pre-requisite(s): SPA 3333 or SPA 3335 or permission of department
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SPA 4336 - Independent Study Credits: 3 hrs
A Spanish major/minor may make application for independent study in the area of concentration. Such study requires the approval of the department head and two professors under whom the student has taken courses at the 3000 level or above. This course may not be repeated; it may not be taken in lieu of any other courses offered in this department.
Note(s): This course may not be repeated; it may not be taken in lieu of any other courses offered in this department.
Pre-requisite(s): Permission of department
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SPA 4338 - Masterpieces of Afro-Hispanic Literature Credits: 3 hrs
This course is a survey of major literary works by Afro-Hispanic writers from their beginnings until the present day in Latin America. The socio-economic, historical cultural, political and psychological aspects of their literary contriburtions will be analyzed in depth. Careful attention will be given to the poetry and prose of the twentieth century. Distinctive literary movements and periods germane to the Afro-Hispanic experience will be underscored. Authors such as Nicolas Guillen, Nancy Morejon, Quince Duncan, Eulalia Bernard Litte, Carlos Guillermo Wilson, Virginia Bridnis de Salas, Nelson Estupinan Bass, Evlio Grillo, Juan Pablo Sojo, Adalberto Ortiz, Piri Thomas, Manuel Zapata Olivella, Mary Grueso Romero, Aida Cartegena Portalatin, Junot, Diaz, Leida Maritza Perez, Nelly Rosario, Maria Santos Febres, Ernesto Quinonez, Dahlma Llanos-Figueroa, Evelio Charun-Illescas, Teresa Cardenas, Nicomedes Santa Cruz, Arnoldo Palacios, Virginia Bridis de Salas and Cristina O. Cabral will be examined within the African Diaspora and the larger literary canon of Latin American literature. Literary criticsim of these works will also be reviewed.
Pre-requisite(s): SPA 3333 or SPA 3335 or permission of the department
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SPA 4340 - Cervantes Credits: 3 hrs
This course is a survey of the major works of Cervantes with special emphasis on his singular novel El Ingenioso Hidalgo Don Quijote de la Mancha, and The Exemplary Novels. Special emphasis will be placed on the major literary movements and genres that constitute the Golden Age of Spain. A sampling of Cervantine theory and criticism will be introduced.
Pre-requisite(s): SPA 3333 or SPA 3335 or permission of department
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SPA 4350 - Senior Composition in Spanish Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed for the advanced student in the Spanish major, minor, or skilled student who needs to refine, review and to galvanize written Spanish expression to the professional level. It involves intensive and extensive written discourse in Spanish and develops advanced critical reading and writing skills through the in-depth study of the major expository modes: description, narration, analysis and argumentation. An intensive review of grammar will be infused. In addition, a final extensive research capstone project involving scholarly bibliographic investigation will be required.
Pre-requisite(s): SPA 3310 - Spanish Composition and Grammar or permission of department
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SPA 4390 - Special Topics or Readings in Hispanic Culture Credits: 3 to 9 hrs
This course will involve an intensive investigation of a specific topic in literature, a specific author, literary criticism and literary theory, or movements or cultural developments in Hispanic countries/Latin America. Topics will be announced.
Note(s): (Offered as required.) The course may be repeated.
Pre-requisite(s): Advanced level courses in Spanish or departmental approval.
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SPA 4391 - Senior Seminar in Spanish Credits: 3 hrs
This course offers advanced students in Spanish the opportunity to review, consolidate, and extend their study of the discipline. Special emphasis will be placed on the correction of weaknesses in oral expression and written communication in Spanish.
Pre-requisite(s): Senior status and a 2.5 grade point average in Spanish language courses.
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SPE 1101 - Special Education as a Profession Credits: 1 hr
This course is designed to provide prospective Special Education teachers with an introductory overview and broad knowledge base of the special education field. Emphasis is placed on students exploring various exceptionalities and working with a special education teacher.
Note(s): Field experience requires interactions with students with disabilities.
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SPE 2310 - Introduction to Exceptional Individuals Credits: 3 hrs
This course explores the characteristics of individuals with special needs, with a focus on the historical and the legal aspects. Other topical issues, relative to Special Education, such as: stereotypes and prejudges against individuals with disabilities, recognizing myths and misconceptions of individuals with disabilities, will also be explored. Additionally, students will complete a service-learning project designed to improve the lives of individuals with exceptionalities.
General Education Designation: Yes
Student Learning Outcome: Critical Thinking
Area of Knowledge: Social and Behavioral Science
Curricular Theme: Civic Knowledge
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SPE 2320 - Transition Service Delivery for Students with Disabilities Credits: 3 hrs
This course focuses on the special needs of individuals with moderate disabilities. Emphasis will be placed on the areas of teachings strategies, transitional issues and career awareness. The topics of assistive technologies and social and ethical issues surrounding students with moderate disabilities will be discussed.
Note(s): Field experience required.
Pre-requisite(s): SPE 2310 - Introduction to Exceptional Individuals
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPE 3300 - Exceptional Children in the General Education Classroom Credits: 3 hrs
This course explores techniques designed to aid prospective regular and special education teachers in working with children with disabilities who are receiving services in the general education setting. The course covers a range of topics including issues in special education, inclusion, educational assessment, co-teaching, differentiated instruction, characteristics of mainstreamed students, cultural diversity and curricula modifications and adaptations.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPE 3305 - Methods of Teaching Math to Students with Special Needs Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates students to teach mathematics to students with special needs. Pre-service teachers will learn techniques for teaching students who are experiencing difficulties in mathematics. The course meets for three hours per week and 20 clinical laboratory hours.
Pre-requisite(s): SPE 2310 - Introduction to Exceptional Individuals or SPE 3300 - Exceptional Children in the General Education Classroom
Latest Update(s) Approved by Academic Standards and Curriculum: May 18, 2021
Effective Date: Fall 2021
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SPE 3310 - Classroom Management
This course addresses contingency management in a learning situation for the exceptional child. It involves theory and laboratory experiences. (One class hour and two laboratory hours per week.)
Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program and SPE 2310
Grade: C or better
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SPE 3315 - Behavior and Classroom Management Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to explore effective classroom management theories and strategies and positive behavior intervention strategies. Emphasis will be given to creating positive learning environments for students who display challenging behavior. Discussions of Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans will be included.
Note(s): Offered fall only.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPE 3320 - Characteristics of Students with High Incidence Credits: 3 hrs
This course examines the characteristics of students with high incidence disabilities, with particular emphasis on their behavioral, emotional, and learning characteristics. Additionally, the course will address best practices in instructional planning and delivery of instruction for students with special needs. The course requires field placement hours in a school setting.
Note(s): Offered fall only
Pre-requisite(s): SPE 2310 - Introduction to Exceptional Individuals or SPE 3300 - Exceptional Children in the General Education Classroom
Student Learning Outcome: Critical Thinking
Level of knowledge this course address(es): Depth
Latest Update(s) Approved by Academic Standards and Curriculum: May 14, 2019
Effective Date: Fall 2019
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPE 3322 - Parent, School, and Community Relations Credits: 3
This course is devoted to the study of the major principles upon which effective home, school-community relations are based. It also emphasizes the ways in which parents and teachers may make effective use of community agencies whose activities may have a beneficial effect upon the development of children. This course emphasizes techniques used in parental interviews, conferences and referrals by school personnel with parents of children with and without disabilities, and strategies practiced by agencies that work with families. Emphasis is placed on working with culturally and linguistically diverse students and their families.
Note(s): Offered fall, spring, and summer
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SPE 3323 - Language and Communication Disorders Credits: 3 hrs
The general objective of the course is to develop within the student the competencies necessary to identify the types of communication disorders and problems that may occur in the school age population and to identify the materials and techniques that can be utilized within the classroom to remediate communication disorders.
Note(s): Offerred spring only.
Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program and SPE 2310 or SPE 3300
Grade: C or better
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SPE 3325 - Methods of Enhancing Reading Skills for Student with Exceptional Needs Credits: 3 hrs
In this course students become familiar with research-validated practices on effective instructional techniques for children with exceptional learning needs. Candidates will learn how to apply specific methods that involve explicit, systematic, and intensive instruction to help children with learning difficulties acquire foundational skills in reading, language arts, and writing. Students will learn to use curriculum-based assessments as a basis for planning, monitoring, and modifying instruction. This course requires a practicum.
Note(s): Offered spring only
Pre-requisite(s): SPE 2310
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SPE 3332 - Parent, School, and Community Relations Credits: 3 hrs
This course is devoted to the study of the major principles upon which effective school-community relationships are based. It also emphasizes the ways in which parents and teachers may make effective use of community agencies that may have a beneficial effect upon the development of children. This course emphasizes techniques used in parental interviews, conferences and referrals by school personnel with parents of children with and without disabilities, and strategies practiced by agencies working with families.
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SPE 3340 - Characteristics of Students with Behavior Disorders Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to provide overview of students with behavior disorders. Emphasis is on the description of the various forms of behavioral disorders and possible causes of BD, as well as procedures and processes for teaching students with emotional and behavior disorders across a variety of classroom and other educational environments.
Note(s): Field experience required. Offered spring only
Pre-requisite(s): SPE 2310 at a grade of C or better.
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SPE 4320 - Assessment and Evaluation of Exceptional Students Credits: 3 hrs
The course is designed to provide teacher candidates with an understanding of the process of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data from a variety of relevant sources use for educational and instructional decisions regarding individuals with special needs. The course will cover the appropriate selection, administration, and interpretation of measures in order to identify students for special education. Additionally, it will familiarize the teacher candidate with basic assessment terminologies and principles as well as various tests measuring achievement, aptitude, behavior, and social skills. Current issues in assessment will also be cover, such as response to intervention (RTI) and Curriculum-Based Assessment (CBM), will be covered. Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Pre-requisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPE 4325 - Instructional Methods for the Inclusive General Curriculum Classroom Credits: 3 hrs
This course focuses on effective teaching and learning strategies for adolescents with mild to moderate learning needs that are based on research validated practices. Special emphasis is placed on teaching strategies that reflect a cognitive/metacognitve instructional approach to learning. Teacher candidates learn to consider learning environments, cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic factors in addition to student abilities in their selection and use of strategies.
Note(s): This course requires a practicum. Offered fall only.
Pre-requisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPE 5320 - Methods for Teaching Math to Students with Special Needs Credits: 3 hrs
This graduate level course is designed for individuals preparing to teach in the area of special education (K-12). Teacher candidates will explore a variety of teaching techniques for teaching students with special needs. With special emphasis placed on assisting the struggling student develop both conceptual and procedure knowledge in the area of mathematics. Field placement hours are required.
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SPE 5321 - Understanding Students with High Incident Disabilities Credits: 3
Understanding Students with High Incident Disabilities is a graduate level course designed for candidates seeking a Master’s degree in education with a concentration in Special Education - General Curriculum. This course further develops students’ understanding of the special education field and targets intellectual, learning, and emotional disabilities.
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SPE 5322 - Instructional Strategies for Students with High Incident Disabilities Credits: 3
This graduate level course is designed for candidates seeking a Mastered degree in education with a concentration in Special Education: General Curriculum. This course will enable graduate students to further develop their own understanding of the field of mental, learning, and emotional disabilities. This understanding will expand upon the theoretical models utilized, as well as the implications for developing strategies and techniques for classroom use.
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SPE 5360 - Teaching Students with Diverse and Exceptional Needs Credits: 3
This introductory class will explore the basic concepts and practices of special education and to familiarize students with the characteristics of children who qualify for special programs and services. The course covers a range of topics including issues in special education, inclusion, educational assessment, characteristics of mainstreamed students, multiculturalism, and curricula modifications and adaptations. The course addresses strategies for the development, implementation, and monitoring of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and related instructional planning for exceptional students within the general curriculum, including Pre K-12, students at risk for school failure, students from culturally and linguistically diverse background, and gifted learners
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SPE 6310 - Assessment and Measurement of Exceptional Students Credits: 3
This graduate level course is designed to provide teacher candidates with an understanding of the process of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data from a variety of relevant sources use for educational and instructional decisions regarding individuals with special needs. The course will cover the appropriate selection, administration, and interpretation of measures in order to identify students for special education. Additionally, it will familiarize the teacher candidate with basic assessment terminologies and principles as well as various tests measuring achievement, aptitude, behavior, and social skills. Current issues in assessment will also be cover, such as response to intervention (RTI) and Curriculum-Based Assessment (CBM), will be covered. Students will administer, score, and report the results of assessment measures as well as develop an instructional unit based on the results of their assessment.
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SPH 2141 - Speech Project Credits: 1 hr
This course offers a summary review of the fundamentals of speech communication and practical application of these principles in a variety of speaking exercises.
Pre-requisite(s): ENG 1305
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SPH 2321 - Oral Interpretation of Literature Credits: 3 hrs
This course introduces the student to the basic principles of oral communication through a study of the production of speech sounds, followed by a study of the principles of selection, analysis, and preparation of poetry, prose, and drama for oral presentation before an audience.
General Education Designation: Yes
Student Learning Outcome: Oral Communication
Area of Knowledge: Literature
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SPH 2341 - Fundamentals of Speech Credits: 3 hrs
This course is a study and application of basic elements and processes essential to effective speech. Emphasis is on practical speaking experiences, American phonetics and speech improvement.
General Education Designation: Yes
Student Learning Outcome: Oral Communication
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SPH 2343 - Voice and Diction Credits: 3 hrs
This course is a study of the basic principles and practices of effective spoken English. It is also a study of English sounds, stress, and intonation.
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SPH 2345 - Great African-American Speeches of the 20th and 21st Centuries Credits: 3 hrs.
This course focuses on the study and application of basic elements, techniques, and processes essential to effective speaking. Attention is devoted to understanding the use of rhetorical and oratorical strategies in 20th and 21st century speeches given by prominent African-Americans. This course focuses on the discourse of African-American orators in American society, particularly as they speak about issues pertaining to race, gender, civil rights, and social activism. Emphasis is placed on the analysis and evaluation of political, social, and entertainment speeches. The goal of this course is to give students the tools needed to think creatively and speak clearly in a variety of situations.
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SPH 2346 - Professional Presentations Credits: 3 hrs.
This course in oral communication focuses on public speaking methodologies that prepare students for professional presentations in small groups and large audiences. Students are taught to become efficient workshop facilitators and to present information at professional conferences. Students will study professional presentation methods and current professional workshop formats. Emphasis is placed on visual technologies that enhance the effectiveness of professional presentations. Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate effective oral communication skills.
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SPH 3320 - Intercultural Communication: Oral Communicaton Across Cultural Boundaries Credits: 3 hrs
This course serves as an introduction to the field of intercultural communication by examining the practical application of theory and research. The goal of this course is for students to develop an understanding of the communication process across cultural boundaries in a variety of contexts. The course focuses on challenges and issues important to the understanding of people of different racial, ethnic, national, and other cultural backgrounds in the US and abroad. This course is the study of the relationship between culture and communication and includes problems in the practice of intercultural communication.
General Education Designation: Yes
Student Learning Outcome: Oral Communication
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SPH 3340 - Interpersonal Communication Credits: 3 hrs.
This course focuses on the dynamics of human communication, on the relationship of language to human communication and self-concept, on the development of personal skills and attitudes in one-to-one relationships and small groups, and development of positive communication styles.
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SPH 3350 - Group Discussion Credits: 3 hrs
This course is a study of the values of group discussion as a method of learning and instructing. Emphasis is placed on development of leadership in problem-solving discussions, round-table discussions, basic procedures in conference groups, and great book discussions.
Pre-requisite(s): SPH 2341 or SPH 2341
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SPH 3360 - Argumentation and Debate Credits: 3 hrs.
This is a study of the principles and methods of argumentation and debate. Analysis, briefing, evidence, and refutation are stressed. Students participate in various types of debate.
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SPH 4345 - Advanced Public Speaking Credits: 3 hrs
This course provides intensive practice in the process of composing and delivering various types of speeches. Original thinking, effective organization, and direct communication of ideas are emphasized.
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SPM 1301 - Introduction to Sport Management Credits: 3 hrs
The purpose of this course is to provide students with the history, future trends, and career opportunities for sport management personnel within various segments of the sports industry.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPM 2301 - Role of Sport Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to make students aware of the impact of sport upon the American culture. It includes theoretical positions in the sociology of sport and the significance of viewing sport from various social perspectives (race, sex, religion, nationalism, etc.).
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPM 2302 - Ethics in Sport Credits: 3 hrs
This course examines research findings and current literature relevant to issues affecting concepts of ethics and morality in sport. Topics include code of professional ethics, theories, dilemmas and behaviors. Emphasis will be directed towards students developing their own personal code of ethics.
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SPM 2303 - Issues and Ethics in Sport Credits: 3 hrs
This course examines research findings and current literature relevant to concepts of ethics and morality in sport as well as the impact of sport upon American culture. Topics include code of professional ethics, behavior in sport, and sociology of sports from various social perspectives (races, sex, religion, nationalism, etc)
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPM 3130 - Independent Study Credits: 1-3 hrs
This course is designed for juniors and seniors majoring in sport management who wish to investigate selected professional problems relating to sport management and recreation. This course will help students survey concepts useful in the pursuit of graduate studies, as well as careers in their desired field.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPM 3210 - Sport Management Practicum Credits: 2 hrs
This course is an on-campus pre-internship experience in the field of sport management.
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SPM 3301 - Sport Marketing and Promotion Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to introduce the methods and materials available for the promotion of athletic and recreational events. Attention is focused upon the importance of public attitudes, opinions, psychographics and demographics. Special emphasis is placed on promotion, public relations, marketing, and fundraising.
Note(s): (For majors only; others need permission of instructor.)
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPM 3308 - Facility Management and Design Credits: 3 hrs
This course examines the basic principles and practices currently used to plan, design and remodel recreational facilities. Site and facility evaluation of recreation centers, physical activity complexes, camps, multi-purpose facilities, and treatment oriented areas are included. Attention is given to architectural barriers.
Pre-requisite(s): Permission of instructor.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPM 3310 - Governance in Sport Credits: 3 hrs
This course will introduce students to the constitutions and by-laws of various agencies governing sport at the high school, collegiate, amateur, and professional levels. Special emphasis is placed on how governmental agencies influence and sanction sport organizations and the route of appeal of a decision by a governing body.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPM 3311 - Finance and Economics in Sport Credits: 3 hrs
This course will provide students with knowledge of how to develop an organizational budget and strategies for generating income and allocating resources. Students will also understand how to use financial indicators in developing strategic plans for the advancement of sport, recreation and athletic programs.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPM 3312 - Sport Communication Credits: 3 hrs
This course provides the student with an understanding of the sports communications industry at both the collegiate and professional levels. The course will cover areas including role of communications in management, the expanding use of the internet in communications and sports, electronic and print media of sports, writing press releases, and public speaking.
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SPM 3346 - Legal Environments of Sport and Recreation Credits: 3 hrs
This course includes a basic introduction to concepts and issues dealing with legal concerns in recreation and SPORT in contemporary society. Case histories and examples of liability are examined.
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SPM 4302 - Sport Management Seminar/Practicum Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to enhance student professional development and inform students of current issues, legislation and future trends in sport management. Topics include resume writing/cover letters, the interview process, personal marketing and practicum and internship preparation.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPM 4306 - Organization and Management Credits: 3 hrs
This course analyzes the organizational structures and operational procedures of agencies offering recreational services. Emphasis is placed on management techniques including staffing, financial management, personnel management, problem solving, and decision-making.
Pre-requisite(s): Admission to major
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SPM 4601 - Internship in Sport Management Credits: 12 hrs
Students must serve as interns at an approved sport management site under direct supervision of a person in a managerial level sport management position. A minimum of 40 hours per week on-site for 13 consecutive weeks is required.
Pre-requisite(s): Admission to major; permission of program coordinator.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SOW 1103 - Freshman Seminar Credits: 1 hr
This course is designed to help the freshman who intends to major in any of the disciplines in the Department of Behavioral Sciences and Social Work become acquainted with the field and develop the essential skills necessary for success in that discipline. The course will provide the student with a supportive environment in which to develop or improve his or her reading, writing, oral communication, critical thinking, time-management, interpersonal, technological, problem-solving and test-taking skills. It will also expose students to a variety of other academic disciplines and fields of study. The goal of the course is to help the student make the appropriate adjustment to higher academic culture in general and to the student’s chosen field of study in particular.
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SOW 3101 - BSW Professional Seminar Credits: 1 hr
This course introduces and monitors professionalism as evidenced in student’s writing skills, the use of scholarship, and the ability to exhibit positive behaviors that will ensure success in social work practice. In addition, This “professional development” seminar is a kind of general, all-purpose forum for discussion of a wide variety of issues related to research, teaching, and other aspects of graduate school and careers (particularly academic and practice careers) in Social Work. Also students will discuss and present their own original research projects.
Pre-requisite(s): SOW 3368 - Social Welfare Policy I , SOW 3375 - Social Work Methods I , SOW 3370 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment I , and Admission to the Upper Division
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SOW 3302 - Social Work Research Credits: 3 hrs
This course presents the conceptual foundations and methods of research in order to help students integrate research knowledge with professional social work practice. The process of research is followed from problem identification to the conceptualization of research questions, sampling, design, measurement, data collection, and analysis. The course makes use of examples and readings that focus on individuals, families, organizations, communities, and diverse cultures. Students engage in the critical analysis of traditional research methods from a diversity perspective, in addition to generating and evaluating alternative methods for their utility in social work.
Pre-requisite(s): MAT 2326 - Elementary Statistics /PSY 2326 - Statistics for Social and Behavioral Science and Admission to the Upper Division
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SOW 3306 - Child Welfare Credits: 3 hrs
This course is a survey of a major field of social work practice and services available to families who cannot completely care for their children. These include both public and private services designed to substitute for, supplement or support parents’ care of their children. Topics include adoption, foster care, homemakers, child abuse, neglect and child-caring institutions.
Pre-requisite(s): SOC 2301
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SOW 3363 - Introduction to Social Work Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to introduce students to the field of social work. The course focuses upon the historical, philosophical, theoretical, and professional foundations of Social Work. The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to the social work profession, including social work fields of practice, social service agencies, and levels of social work practice. An examination of direct services (micro level practice) and administration/ planning (macro level practice) will be included in this course.
Pre-requisite(s): SOC 2301 - Introduction to Sociology
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SOW 3368 - Social Welfare Policy I Credits: 3 hrs
This course will introduce fundamental concepts related to social policy, and explore the connection between social policy and social work practice. Working within a historical context we will examine the impact of social, political, and economic factors on social policy formation and implementation. Social policy will be examined from both strength- and problem-centered perspectives. Critical thinking will be encouraged as we examine the relationships between individual, institutional, and societal values. Key content areas such as the Social Security Act, health care policy, and welfare reform will be highlighted.
Pre-requisite(s): SOW 3363 - Introduction to Social Work and Admission to Upper Division
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SOW 3369 - Social Welfare Policy II Credits: 3 hrs
This course is a continuation of SOW 3368. This course provides an assessment of policy as it directly affects service delivery. It examines the responsibilities and roles of a generalist worker in policy development, policy clarification, and change in policy implementation. A conceptual as well as analytic framework is presented for the understanding and analysis of social welfare policy. Further, resource allocation as it relates to policy, planning, and service deliver is presented. This course is also designed to help students toward a fuller understanding of the evolution of social welfare policies and services that pertain to families within rural/urban areas that are within rural and urban areas that are in the line with the program goals. The course aims at broadening students’ repertoire of various family policies pertaining to ethnic minorities and other oppressed populations, and how to advocate for improving family welfare policies and services to attain greater social and economic justice.
Pre-requisite(s): SOW 3368 - Social Welfare Policy I and Admission to Upper Division
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SOW 3370 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment I Credits: 3 hrs
This course is the first part of a two part course that deals with human growth and development over the life-span. This course focuses on the development of the individual from conception through middle childhood and the impact of various aspects (i.e., family, groups, organizations, and community) of the social environment on that development. Content includes empirically based theories and knowledge that focus on the interactions between and among individuals, groups, societies, and economic systems.
Pre-requisite(s): SOW 3363 - Introduction to Social Work and Admission to Upper Division.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SOW 3375 - Social Work Methods I Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the basic knowledge and skills generic to generalist social work practice. Key themes and concepts include: interviewing; relationship building; and assessment as they relate to community-based family practice. The course introduces practice models in relation to populations at risk. Personal and professional values will be discussed, along with the use of self, the importance of evaluation, research and ethics. This course focuses on introductory generalist practice models with diverse populations, with particular emphasis on interventions with vulnerable populations.
Pre-requisite(s): SOW 3363 - Introduction to Social Work and Admission to the Upper Division.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SOW 3376 - Social Work Methods II Credits: 3 hrs
This is the second practice course in the foundation curriculum. It is designed to provide students with an overview of the basic knowledge and skills in order to work with groups and community organizations. The use of generalist social work models as it relates to both group practice and community-based practice provide the primary focus. Key themes and concepts include introductory group practice knowledge for developing various types of groups, groups for populations at risk, general stages of group practice, and assessing group work. Community-based practice themes and concepts include documenting a community, assessing and understanding community problems and concerns, generic community practice skills and the need for social planning and activism. This course focuses on introductory generalist practice models with diverse populations, with particular emphasis on interventions with rural populations and groups that experience social and economic injustices based on racial, ethic, sexuality, gender, religious, and other factors.
Pre-requisite(s): SOW 3375 - Social Work Methods I and Admission to the Upper Division
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SOW 3641 - Field Instruction I Credits: 6 hrs
This course offers the student practical experience in a social agency. It enables the student to apply and test knowledge and skills gained in the classroom. Students spend a minimum of 16-18 hours per week in an approved agency setting under the supervision of a staff member. In addition, the students attend a weekly seminar to discuss their experiences. Arrangements to enroll must be made with the instructor of the course at least six weeks prior to the beginning of the semester.
Pre-requisite(s): SOW 3368 - Social Welfare Policy I , SOW 3375 - Social Work Methods I , SOW 3370 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment I , and Admission to the Upper Division and Field Instruction.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SOW 4120 - Field Instruction Block Credits: 12 hrs
This course offers the student practical experience in a social agency. It enables the student to apply and test the knowledge and skills gained in the classroom. Students spend a minimum of 36 hours per week (400 total hours) in an approved agency setting under the supervision of a designated staff member (field instructor). In addition, students attend a weekly seminar to discuss their experiences and obtain supervision from social work faculty. Throughout the semester/course, students are engaged in various (required) professional activities that promote skill-building and professional development. Arrangements to enroll in this course must be made with the Director of Field Education at least six weeks prior to the beginning of the semester. Students must have a 2.5 GPA in required major courses, a 2.0 GPA overall, make an application to the field program, and receive departmental approval before enrolling in this course.
Pre-requisite(s): Admission to the major, SOW 3101 - BSW Professional Seminar , and approval to enter Field Education Program.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SOW 4302 - Applied Social Work Research Credits: 3 hrs
This course provides an overview of basic research methods and an introduction to basic statistics for social work. Students apply quantitative and qualitative research to promote understanding of scientific, analytic, and ethical approaches to building knowledge for practice. The content prepares students to utilize research to provide high quality services, initiate change, improve practice, policy, and service delivery systems as well as evaluate their own practice. Major research designs are reviewed, such as single system designs, and students develop skills in collecting, analyzing and using data. Sampling methods, data collection techniques, and statistical and graphical approaches to data analysis are emphasized. Students develop an understanding of probabilistic analysis, quantitative reasoning, and inferential statistics. Students are provided opportunities to do data analysis on microcomputers. The course integrates themes related to multiculturalism, social justice, social change, prevention, intervention and treatment.
Pre-requisite(s): SOW 3302 - Social Work Research and Admission to the Upper Division.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SOW 4340 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment II Credits: 3 hrs
This course is the second part of a two part course that deals with human growth and development over the life-span. This course focuses on the development of the individual from middle adolescence/young adulthood through very old age and the impact of various aspects (i.e., family, groups, organizations, and community) of the social environment on that development. Content includes empirically based theories and knowledge that focus on the interactions between and among individuals, groups, societies, and economic systems. Within the bio-psychosocial context of the person, each stage of development is examined from the psychosocial context of the person.
Pre-requisite(s): SOW 3370 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment I and Admission to Upper Division.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SOW 4641 - Field Instruction II Credits: 6 hrs
This course is a continuation of SOW 3541. This course offers the student practical experience in a social agency. It enables the student to apply and test knowledge and skills gained in the classroom. Students spend a minimum of 16-18 hours per week in an approved agency setting under the supervision of a staff member. In addition, the students attend a weekly seminar to discuss their experiences. Arrangements to enroll must be made with the instructor of the course at least six weeks prior to the beginning of the semester.
Pre-requisite(s): SOW 3641 - Field Instruction I and Admission to the Upper Division.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SWA 1311 - Elementary Swahili I Credits: 3 hrs
Elementary Swahili I is a proficiency-oriented course designed to help students develop language skills in Standard Swahili in all communicative areas: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Instruction will include use of multimedia material in the language laboratory. No previous knowledge of Swahili is required.
Periods Per week: (Four periods per week)
Area of Knowledge: Foreign Lang & Culture
Curricular Theme: Globalization
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SWA 1312 - Elementary Swahili II Credits: 3 hrs
This course is the second part of the introductory course to Standard Swahili. As a continuation of Elementary Swahili I, it introduces more advanced grammar components and cultural information. At the same time, the course emphasizes more fluency in speaking, reading, listening, and writing simple sentences in standard Swahili.
Periods Per week: (Four periods per week)
Pre-requisite(s): SWA 1311 - Elementary Swahili I , assignment by placement examination, or consent of instructor.
Area of Knowledge: Foreign Lang & Culture
Curricular Theme: Globalization
Banner Schedule: Fall
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SWA 2311 - Intermediate Swahili I Credits: 3 hrs.
This course continues training in the Swahili language and cultural awareness skills begun in the Elementary Swahili sequence. The course affords students a survey of more advanced grammar, with emphasis on increasing conversational fluency, compositional skills, study of written texts in Standard Swahili, and discussion of grammatical variations. At the same time, the course emphasizes increased fluency in speaking, reading, listening, and writing short essays in standard Swahili.
Periods Per week: (Four periods per week)
Pre-requisite(s): SWA 1312 or consent of instructor.
Area of Knowledge: Foreign Lang & Culture
Curricular Theme: Globalization
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SWA 2312 - Intermediate Swahili II
This course is the second part of Intermediate Swahili. It continues training in the Swahili language and cultural awareness skills begun in the Elementary Swahili sequence and Intermediate Swahili I. The course affords students a survey of more advanced grammar, with emphasis on increasing conversational fluency, compositional skills, study of written texts in Standard Swahili, and discussion of grammatical variations. At the same time, the course emphasizes increased fluency in speaking, reading, listening, and writing short essays in standard Swahili.
Periods Per week: (Four periods per week)
Pre-requisite(s): SWA 2311 or departmental approval
Area of Knowledge: Foreign Lang & Culture
Curricular Theme: Globalization
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SWA 3301 - Swahili Composition and Grammar Credits: 3 hrs
This course provides intensive practice in reading and writing Swahili. There will be emphasis on training in creative and expository writing, and in comprehending and analyzing both literary and non-literary texts. The course introduces techniques for drafting, editing, and proofing, as well as strategies for stylistic analysis and appreciation of texts in Swahili.
Pre-requisite(s): SWA 3316 Swahili Conversation and Pronunciation
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SWA 3311 - Swahili Culture and Civilization Credits: 3 hrs
This course is a study of the development of Swahili culture and civilization from its beginnings to the present day. It charts the significant historical, geographical, intellectual, artistic, social, literacy and political aspects of the Swahili-speaking world. A special emphasis will be placed on the contact between the Swahili world and people from other parts of the world before colonialism and the eventual spread of Swahili language to other parts of Africa.
Pre-requisite(s): Passing SWA 2312 with a C or better or departmental approval
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SWA 3316 - Swahili Conversation and Pronunciation Credits: 3 hrs
This course focuses on the development of oral communication skills in Swahili. Lessons and activities provide opportunities for natural conversation inside and outside of the classroom to enhance pronunciation, grammar knowledge, and vocabulary building. Students will engage in paired and group discussions of topics of current interest by reading cultural and literary texts, Swahili periodicals, newspapers, blogs, viewing Swahili language television broadcasts, and listening to Swahili radio programs.
Pre-requisite(s): Passing SWA 2312 with a C or better or departmental approval
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SWA 3333 - Survey of Swahili Literature Credits: 3 hrs
This course is an overview of major literacy works and movements of the Swahili-speaking world in all genres. Emphasis will be on literature from Tanzania, Burundi, Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda, Mozambique and Democratic Republic of Congo. Students will also learn basic concepts of literary theory and criticism and they will learn to use these concepts in analyzing texts.
Pre-requisite(s): Passing SWA 2312 with a C or better or departmental approval
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TRC 0122 - Internship in Therapeutic Recreation Credits: 12 hrs
Students must serve as interns at an approved therapeutic recreation site under the direct supervision of a nationally certified therapeutic recreation specialist. The experience focuses on direct service provision to consumers of therapeutic recreation/recreation therapy, including leadership, documentation, assessment, program/treatment planning, service provision, and professional interaction. A minimum of 14 weeks on site is required.
Pre-requisite(s): successful completion of all course work
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 1301 - Outdoor Recreation: Foundations and Experiences Credits: 3 hrs, Fall Only
This course provides an academic and experiential introduction to the field of outdoor recreation. The emphasis of the course is on the relationship between the natural environment and the people who experience it through outdoor recreation. Additional emphasis is placed on planning, organizing, and, implementing recreation programs safely in an outdoor setting. Course content is reinforced through direct experiences such as hiking, camping and canoeing.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 1305 - Living Well! Benefits of Leisure for People with Disabilities Credits: 3 hrs
This course explores recreation and leisure as it impacts health and well-being for persons with disabilities. Students will focus on critical reading skills as a way to understand a variety of disabilities and chronic illnesses with a particular focus on the benefits of recreation and leisure. A variety of written materials will be used to view challenges and trends in recreation for persons with disabilities.
General Education Designation: Yes
Student Learning Outcome: Critical Reading
Area of Knowledge: Social and Behavioral Science
Curricular Theme: Diversity
Latest Update(s) Approved by Academic Standards and Curriculum: December 12, 2011
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 1307 - “Play It Like You Mean It!”: Analysis and Application of Recreation Activities Credits: 3 hrs
This course is focused on using information effectively to examine recreational activities and cultural aspects of play, recreation and leisure. Various activities such as physical games, music, drama, arts and crafts, social activities and special events will be part of the course focus. Activity analysis and application of the characteristics of the developmental milestones of human growth in relation to recreation and leisure activities will be incorporated into the goal of increasing information literacy skills.
General Education Designation: Yes
Student Learning Outcome: Information Literacy
Area of Knowledge: Social and Behavioral Science
Curricular Theme: Diversity
Latest Update(s) Approved by Academic Standards and Curriculum: October 17, 2013
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 1311 - Leisure and Society Credits: 3 hrs
The leisure service industry’s existence is based on premise that leisure enhances the quality of life available to an individual, society, or culture. as in any profession, foundational perspectives and knowledge are required as a basis for further personal and professional development. in his course, students will engage in a variety of oral presentations to explore the historical, psychological and economic impact of recreation, leisure, and play in contemporary American society, information on the role of government at the local, state and federal levels and its influence on recreation will also be presented. the existing range of leisure agencies and career opportunities will be examined.
General Education Designation: Yes
Student Learning Outcome: Oral Communication
Area of Knowledge: Foreign Language and Culture
Curricular Theme: Civic Knowledge
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 2308 - Special Topics in Leisure and Recreation Credits: 3 hrs
The focus of this course will be to provide students with opportuunities to explore a variety of practical experience. The curriculum design is based on Kolb’s experiential learning theory. Students will have the opportunity to explore new experiences in a practical and experiential field (adventure activities, study abroad experience, working with a special population group, etc.), to reflect what they have experienced (discussions), to conceptualize a new idea based on their observations (learning outcome reports), and to apply their learning in a different situation (reflections report based on their application). It is expected that students in this course will not only have a valuable experience but also they will have in-depth comprehension on the selected topic. It is also anticipated that these students can easily transfer their learning to the practical field in the recent future.
Student Learning Outcome: Critical Thinking
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TRC 2312 - Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation Credits: 3 hrs
Students examine the history and development of the profession of therapeutic recreation (TR). The process of providing TR services is explored. Students review the impact of disabilities and illnesses on recreation and leisure. Other foundational information needed for the provision of TR services will be introduced.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 2313 - Environmental Issues, Education, and Ethics Credits: 3 hrs
This course is intended for students who want to explore and address local and global environmental issues and gain knowledge of educational techniques to teach others about these issues, resulting conflicts, and ethical resolutions. Course content is reinforced through direct experiences with the natural environment and awareness of the individual’s impact upon it. Emphasis is placed on individual and local actions affecting global change. The student is guided in developing their own environmental ethics, practicing it, and being able to teach others to do the same.
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TRC 3130 - Independent Study Credits: 1-3 hrs
This course provides an opportunity for an in-depth investigation into a topic relevant to therapeutic recreation or recreation. The instructor must approve the topic and the requirements for this course.
Periods Per week: (Two lecture periods and one two-hour laboratory period per week.)
Pre-requisite(s): Permission of instructor
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 3300 - Research Methods and Evaluation Credits: 3 hrs
Recreation and leisure studies should be evaluated for efficiency and effectiveness in order to secure the highest customer satisfaction. Professionals in leisure and recreation should acquire skills and knowledge to make an informed decision by conducting scientific evaluative studies. This course covers methods and techniques of research and evaluation in the areas of leisure and recreation. Included are: selection and definition of a problem, review of literature, data collection, analysis and interpretation, and proposal development. A review of current research and the tools and techniques of evaluation are also course objectives.
Student Learning Outcome: Critical Thinking
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TRC 3301 - Leisure and Aging Credits: 3 hrs
Theories of the aging process and their relationship to leisure behaviors are examined. Current trends involving older adults, as well as opportunities available to older adults related to leisure participation are explored. The impact of leisure and recreation on quality of life for older adults is associated with leisure attitudes and participation patterns for older adults. Students will be engaged with older adults in authentic settings through a 15-hour practicum. Fall only.
Pre-requisite(s): TRC 3323 - Program Planning in Recreation or permission of instructor
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 3318 - Leadership and Supervision in Recreation Credits: 3 hrs
This course emphasizes the theory and practice of leadership roles and techniques. Learning experiences focus on group leadership of people of all ages and all levels of ability.
Pre/Corequisite(s): TRC 1311
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TRC 3320 - Occupational Therapy Prep Credits: 3 hrs
This course aqddresses professional preparation and knowledge and skills specific to the Occupational Therapy (OT) profession. Topics include an introduction to the profession of OT, professional organizations in OT, scope of practice, and career development. This course is coordinated with the WSSU OT program. However, student advisiong for the OT is conducted by Therapeutic Recreation program faculty.
Note(s): Fall only
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TRC 3323 - Program Planning in Recreation Credits: 3 hrs
Students will experience planning and implementing a program within the community. Basic theory and procedures involved in recreational program planning include: idea generation, needs assessment, obtaining resources, budgeting, public relations, marketing, and evaluation. Learning and evaluating team skills are foci.
Student Learning Outcome: Information Literacy
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 3340 - Documentation and Assessment in TR Credits: 3 hrs
This course provides students with the opportunity to learn the basic individual client assessment and documentation knowledge and skills for the therapeutic recreation/recreation therapy (TR/RT) professional. Specific assessment tools will be addressed as well as assessment process, methods and techniques. Knowledge and skills needed for documentation in TR/RT practice will be addressed. The use of appropriate terminology and charting skills are included as well.
Pre-requisite(s): TRC 2312 - Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation or permission of academic advisor
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 3342 - Procedures in Therapeutic Recreation Credits: 3 hrs
This course introduces the practical skills necessary to provide therapeutic recreation services such as activity analysis, adaptation techniques, documentation and task analysis. Opportunities for direct application of these skills will be included. This course should be taken concurrently with TRC 3352 - Principles in Therapeutic Recreation
Pre-requisite(s): TRC 2312 - Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation and admission to major
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 3347 - Fundamentals of Environmental Education Credits: 3 hrs
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of Environmental Education. Its focus is on developing environmental literacy, professional practice, planning, implementing, and assessing outcomes of environmental education, and creating a supportive learning experience.
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TRC 3350 - Youth and Adolescent Adventure Program Development Credits: 3 hrs
A theoretical and practical investigation of structured outdoor experiences as vehicles for facilitating human growth and development is the major focus of the course. Use of adventure based activities and approaches, particularly for youth at risk, will be examined. Connections to a variety of service provision models, such as residential youth settings, after school programs, and other milieus for adolescents, will be explored. Field trips and experiential involvement may be required.
Note(s): Spring only
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TRC 3352 - Principles in Therapeutic Recreation Credits: 3 hrs
This course examines the theoretical foundations for therapeutic recreation service provision. Topics include models of TR services, normalization and social role valorization approaches, empowering attitudes and language, steps in the TR process, legislation, and the interdisciplinary process. This course should be taken concurrently with TRC 3342 - Procedures in Therapeutic Recreation .
Pre-requisite(s): TRC 2312 - Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation and admission to major
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 4301 - Professional Preparation in Therapeutic Recreation Credits: 3 hrs
Therapeutic Recreation (TR) majors will explore authentic experience leading to a capstone internship and entry into the profession. Specific topics include: professionalism, professional resumes, digital portfolios, interviewing skills, and internship or job opportunity searches. Additional areas of focus are TR Standards of Practice, TR Code of Ethics, credentialing requirements, marketing TR, professional associations, and trends and issues.
Pre-requisite(s): TRC 2312 - Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation or permission of the instructor
Student Learning Outcome: Oral Communication
Latest Update(s) Approved by Academic Standards and Curriculum: January 21, 2020
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 4303 - Advanced Therapeutic Recreation Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to prepare the student for entry into the field of therapeutic recreation. An in-depth review will be made of assessment techniques and interpretation, charting, documentation, prescriptive programming, and client evaluation. Students will learn roles and responsibilities as members of the interdisciplinary treatment team, and as advocates.
Pre-requisite(s): TRC 3342 - Procedures in Therapeutic Recreation , TRC 3352 - Principles in Therapeutic Recreation , and admission to major
Banner Schedule: Fall
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TRC 4306 - Organization and Management in Recreation Credits: 3 hrs
This course analyzes the organizational structures and operational procedures of agencies offering recreational services. Emphasis is placed on management theories and techniques for staffing, financial management, personnel management, basic organizational behavior, problem solving, and decision-making.
Banner Schedule: Fall
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