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TESOL - TEFL Teacher Training with On-Site Practicum

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This course includes the online program along with an on-site practicum for students residing in Korea. Arrangements are made between the student and administration regarding the on-site location and grade level of instruction. The practicum includes one and one half days of practice teaching an personal mentoring with a member of the teaching faculty in a live school setting.

Management vs. Leadership

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This course examines leadership in a variety of contemporary organizational settings in an attempt to help students comprehend and understand the leader’s role in successfully achieving administrative and organizational objectives while developing an understanding of complex, global issues in business and academia. Several approaches to leadership including: behavioral, systemic, situational ethics, transformational, and value-based will be introduced. Students will have the opportunity to work with others for the purpose of developing their own model that can be used to promote self-awareness, leadership style and how to interpret and manage the individual’s interpersonal skills.

M.Ed. (Department of Curriculum and Instruction)

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Candidates can complete this course at their own pace, allowing up to 2 years for completion. Master's Degree Majors include: * Community and Adult Education * TESOL * Educational Management

M.A. (Department of Curriculum and Instruction)

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Candidates can complete this course at their own pace, allowing up to 2 years for completion. Master's Degree Majors include: * Community and Adult Education * TESOL * Educational Management

M.Ed. (Department of Administration and Supervision)

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Candidates can complete this course at their own pace, allowing up to 2 years for completion. Master's Degree Majors include: * International Education * Educational Management

M.A. (Department of Administration and Supervision)

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Candidates can complete this course at their own pace, allowing up to 2 years for completion. Master's Degree Majors include: * International Education * Educational Management * Religious Education

Ph.D. (Department of Administration and Supervision)

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Candidates can complete this course at their own pace, allowing up to 3 years for completion. Doctoral Degree Majors include: * Higher Education Administration * Educational Leadership * International Education

Ed.D. (Department of Administration and Supervision)

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Candidates can complete this course at their own pace, allowing up to 3 years for completion. Doctoral Degree Majors include: * Higher Education Administration * Religious Educational Leadership

TESOL - TEFL Readings and Research

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This is a 2 semester credit graduate continuation course which may be taken as partial fulfilment of Masters Degree requirements in selected programs. (This is a 6 week course of study) (This course has open enrollment, and can be started at any time during an academic session with the permission of the Education Department Chairperson.) (Students taking this offering as part of a graduate degree program must complete their study in EDU5001 TESOL - TEFL Teacher Training as a prerequisite to enrollment.)

TESOL - TEFL Teacher Training

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This is a 1 semester credit graduate course which may be taken to meet the qualifications for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (T.E.S.O.L.) or Teaching English as a Foreign Language (T.E.F.L.). Students completing this program course will receive a certificate indicating their specific qualification as well as a transcript specifically designed for the training module, and a professional letter of recommendation. (This is a 4 week course of study) (This course has open enrollment, and can be started at any time during academic sessions.)

Technology in the Classroom

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This course looks at the World Wide Web. There are many technology tools which can be used in the classroom, but none more exciting than the Internet. Students will work individually and collaboratively to determine the best uses for computing and understanding several of the related concepts for using electronic technology when teaching.

Principles of Educational Leadership

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There is a great need for consistency within academia at all levels of instruction and management. This course introduces graduate students to the leadership principles which are critical for the administration and leadership roles in higher education. Special emphasis is given to the management of international schools.

Curriculum Development in Higher Education

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This course provides a background for administrators and faculty interested in enhancing their quality of administration, teaching and learning on college campuses. Key concepts in the course cover planning and curriculum design, the evaluation of academic content, improving learner interaction and involvement, and specific concerns related to the workplace and professional staff development. Students will be challenged to create their own model for usage within the framework of relevant theoretical, research, and professional management in higher education.

Education in a Global Community

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This course presents compelling information to students regarding the need to change the way education functions from a global perspective. Topics covered in this course include: how learning differs around the world; creating models which accommodate cultural differences; and opening the discussion for international models that are transparent and fluid from country to country. (This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral student to submit additional research based work)

Education in a Global Community

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Culture and Education

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This course outlines the interaction and effects that culture has on education. Students will be introduced to a number of different cultural factors that influence the way people learn and the methodologies used for instruction at all levels of the educational spectrum. (This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work)

Culture and Education

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Special Settings in Education

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This course is designed to help students become more aware of, understanding of, and sensitive to the specific needs of ethnic and cultural groups. The underlying philosophical approach used in this course relates to the differences and similarities exhibited by individuals of ethnic and cultural groups. Students must develop an understanding that all culture should be cherished for its own value and worth. (This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work)

Special Settings in Education

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Multi-Lingual Education

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This course will focus on the examination of multi-lingual approaches used in education. The course will help students develop an understanding of the key concepts and controversies in the field of multi-lingual education; cultivate more sensitivity to the experiences of different people and cultures in education; explore various approaches used to work with students from different cultures; and develop a sound rationale for multi-lingual education.

Pedagogy in the multicultural Classroom

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This course will deepen students’ understanding of diversity in educational settings with regard to culture, social issues and implications brought to light through critical assessment of classroom pedagogy. Focus will be on the possibility for reshaping pedagogy from its traditional assimilationist point of view to one open to the possibilities for students and teachers to expand their respective academic roles. (This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work)

Multicultural Education

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This is a seminar course giving students an opportunity to explore the demographics of students in public and religious schools. Students will examine the effects of teaching style, communication skills, and behaviors which influence learning. Cultural differences, values and child-rearing practices from various cultural perspectives will be introduced. (This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work)

Multicultural Education

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Cultural Awareness and Diversity

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This course takes an in-depth look at various aspect of culture. Students will be expected to develop an understanding of the impact cultural differences made on education as well as society. (This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work)

Cultural Awareness and Diversity

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This course takes an in-depth look at various aspect of culture. Students will be expected to develop an understanding of the impact cultural differences made on education as well as society.

Religious Education Learning Models

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This course is designed to examine, compare and contrast different educational theories and philosophies used by secular and religious instructors. Students will be given the opportunity to evaluate religious learning models in terms of their techniques and methodology. At the conclusion of the course students will submit a project outlining their particular values and beliefs regarding religious education. (This is an advance level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work)

Philosophy of Religious Education

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This course will examine the theories and philosophies regarding religious education. Emphasis will be placed on the discussion of management and administration using Christian principles and practice in educational settings and situations. (This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work)

Education and Spirituality

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This course is designed to help students gain a better understanding of how education and spirituality fit together within the public and private sector of education. The course covers the following topics: factors associated with belief and value, spiritual diversity within academia, and the pedagogy of faith-based instruction.

Education and Religion

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This course looks at the sociological implications of religious practices in education. Students will examine a series of theoretical perspectives for understanding the relationship between societal values concerning religion and its connection to education. Students will look at social change and how social institutions such as the family, education and religion can better work together.

Philosophy of Religious Education

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Independent Research Project

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An independent research project focused on some aspect of education. Topics may include group behavior, student relationships, or a different suitable subject for educational settings, with a focus on psychological and spiritual implications. The course culminates with the submission of a 20,000 – 30,000 word research position paper. (* This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work. ** Approval from the Education Department Chairperson required)

Psychological Research Methods

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Introductory course in testing and measurement theory. Attention will be given to various statistics used including reliability and validity; correlation and simple regression; derived and transformed scores; interpretation of test scores; measurement of aptitude, vocational interests, personal, social and spiritual adjustment. (* This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work. ** This course may only be taken with permission from the Head of the Education Department)

Psychology and Religion

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This course examines the correlation and relationship between modern psychology and religion. Focus of instruction will be on the reasons for belief vs. the applications used by psychologists in determining personality, social behavior and group dynamics. (* This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work. ** This course may only be taken with permission from the Head of the Education Department)

Abnormal Psychology

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A course looking at factors affecting personality development and structure, as well as the dynamics of adjustment. Course instruction will be oriented to the applied problems counselors, teachers, administrators, and others face in the education and helping professions. (* This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral student to submit additional research based work. ** This course can only be used as a substitute for other PSY courses with the permission of the Head of the Education Department)

Behavioral Psychology

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A course that examines the underlying principles of human learning. Attention to the theory of behavior modification, from the perspective of education and counseling professions. Emphasis is place on applications for learning and behavior problems. An examination of spiritual/social behavior patterns in a variety of educational settings will be covered. (This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work)

Adolescent Psychology

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This course will assist students as they examine changes taking place during adolescence. Specific focus is provide on the family, peer relationships, school, community, and spirituality. Close examination of theories to help understand psychological challenges young people face during adolescence will be emphasized. (This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral student to submit additional research based work)

Child Psychology

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A survey course of the theories, concepts and research related to the field of early childhood development. Caregivers and teachers must understand the cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual changes that take place from birth through the primary years of the child. (This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work)

Social Psychology

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A course involving the comprehensive study of norms and processes of growth and development throughout the entire lifespan. Special emphasis on personality development, group dynamics and socially accepted norms will be given. (This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work)

Educational Psychology

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This course will examine current theories and research that is used to guide decision making in education. Topics covered include: behavior, development, learning, community, family, spirituality, and instruction. (This is an advanced level course which requires doctoral students to submit additional research based work)

Independent Research Project

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An independent research project focused on some aspect of education. Topics may include group behavior, student relationships, or a different suitable subject for educational settings, with a focus on psychological and spiritual implications. The course culminates with the submission of a 20,000 – 30,000 word research position paper. (Approval from the Education Department Chairperson required)

Psychological Research Methods

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 16:46:37 +0900

Introductory course in testing and measurement theory. Attention will be given to various statistics used including reliability and validity; correlation and simple regression; derived and transformed scores; interpretation of test scores; measurement of aptitude, vocational interests, personal, social and spiritual adjustment. (This course may only be taken with permission from the Head of the Education Department)

Psychology and Religion

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 16:46:37 +0900

This course examines the correlation and relationship between modern psychology and religion. Focus of instruction will be on the reasons for belief vs. the applications used by psychologists in determining personality, social behavior and group dynamics. (This course may only be taken with permission from the Head of the Education Department)

Abnormal Psychology

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Behavioral Psychology

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Adolescent Psychology

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Child Psychology

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Social Psychology

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Educational Psychology

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Research Project/Thesis/Dissertation Continuation

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Students enrolling in this course must request admission and be approved before they are eligible to register for an academic extension for their Research Project, Thesis, or Dissertation. Students enrolling in this course will be charged an additional reduced fee for extending their research time.

Doctoral Dissertation

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Successful completion of a doctoral Dissertation is required of all candidates for Ph.D. degrees. Eighteen (18) credit hours are required for graduation. Students will enroll in this course for the duration of their doctoral Dissertation research. Students have four academic sessions to complete their research. If the student requires additional time to complete their study, they will enroll in the Research Project/Thesis/Dissertation Continuation course, and pay a reduced fee for semester credit hours they are extending. However, students receive no additional credits on their transcript for their Dissertation by extending their research time.

Doctoral Research Project

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Successful completion of a doctoral Research Project is required of all candidates for Ed.D. Min. degrees. Fifteen (15) credit hours are required for graduation. Students will enroll in this course for the duration of their doctoral Research Project. Students have four academic sessions to complete their research. If the student requires additional time to complete their study, they will enroll in the Research Project/Thesis/Dissertation Continuation course, and pay a reduced fee for semester credit hours they are extending. However, students receive no additional credits on their transcript for their doctoral Research Project by extending their research time.

Master Thesis Project

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Successful completion of a master Thesis is required of all candidates for M.Ed. degrees. Nine (9) credit hours are required for graduation. Students will enroll in this course for the duration of their master Thesis research. Students have one academic session to complete their research. If the student requires additional time to complete their study, they will enroll in the Research Project/Thesis/Dissertation Continuation course and pay a reduced fee for semester credit hours they are extending. However, students receive no additional credits on their transcript for their Thesis by extending their research time.

Master Research Project

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Successful completion of a master Research Project is required of all candidates for M.R.E. degrees. Six (6) credit hours are required for graduation. Students will enroll in this course for the duration of their master Research Project. Students have one academic session to complete their research. If the student requires additional time to complete their study, they will enroll in the Research Project/Thesis/Dissertation Continuation course, and pay a reduced fee for semester credit hours they are extending. However, students receive no additional credits on their transcript for their Research Project by extending their research time.

Readings and Research in Higher Education

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This course is designed as a special readings course. Students may enroll in single classes no more than once per academic session, and for no more than a maximum of 6 semester credit hours to be applied to a degree program. The course prepares students for their Research Project or Dissertation. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be required to take a Comprehensive Examination over the reading materials they have completed.

Higher Education Professional Development

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This course will provide students with conceptual principles related to professional skill enhancement as educational supervisors and administrators. Students will complete course readings designed to provide a better understanding of the following: (1) The content and pedagogical knowledge of teaching and learning; (2) The ability to integrate technology into the different areas of academia and administration; (3) Being able to provide competent administration when working among diverse cultural populations; and (4) Carrying out administrative duties and responsibilities, using ethical professional behavior.

Management and Higher Education

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This course reviews the various styles for academic and human resource administration. Emphasis will be placed on the different ways administrators and school supervisors related to and interact within different academic settings and situations.

Community and Adult Education

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This course introduces students to theories, principles and considerations for educational leadership when adults are the primary learners. Topics covered during the course include: management of community education organizations, design of educational curriculum for community education, and personnel management in community education.

Theoretical Perspectives in Education

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This survey course will examine some of the concerns and issues which exist in higher education. Students will be given the opportunity to complete readings and present viable options and alternatives in lieu of traditional models which have become outdated for the needs of modern education.

Applied Educational Theory

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This course explores the methodologies and practices used in education. Students will explore a set of models and theoretical perspectives, and create a model for use in an academic program design of their choice. Emphasis will be placed on best use methodologies for global educational needs.

Introduction to Educational Theory

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This course examines the foundational theories used in education. Students will explore the various models and theoretical perspectives used in education and determine their best use for global educational needs.

Administrative Seminar

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This course provides a systematic study and analysis of leadership positions. Students will track and assess the customary work responsibilities of supervisory and administrative staff in academic settings through a guided seminar. Each student will learn how to develop and prepare a portfolio for licensure and employment purposes.

Research in Higher Education

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This course is designed as a special readings course. Students may enroll in single classes no more than once per academic session, and for no more than a maximum of 6 semester credit hours to be applied to a degree program. The course prepares students for their Research Project or Thesis. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be required to take a Comprehensive Examination over the reading materials they have completed.

Public Relations in Higher Education

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This course is designed to help students better understand how policymaking processes influence and affect the perception of higher education in the community at large. Students will explore various aspects of higher education administration to get a better feel for how decisions made within the institution affect students, faculty, administrators, and the general public.

Professional Practice in Higher Education

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This course is designed to teach the functions and practices of professionals working in higher education. Students will be introduced to methodologies needed to work within the realm of higher education for the purpose of problem solving, instructional management issues, academic program organization, and administration.

Special Settings in Higher Education

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This course is designed to introduce students to the unique circumstances involved in the management and administration of distance education programs. Students will explore current literature regarding distance education programs, content and issues, and formulate ideas on how to successfully manage distance education organizations.

Organization and Management in Community Education

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This is a seminar course that introduces students to various practices and principles used in the establishment of community organizations with emphasis on educating youth and adults.

Foundations of Higher Education

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This course is an introductory study of the historical, sociological, philosophical, and cultural foundations of higher education. Students will be challenged to develop their understanding of the theoretical and methodological perspectives in higher education as a field of study and an arena for professional practice.

Decision Making in Higher Education

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This course outlines different decision making approaches and theories for school supervisors and administrators in higher education.

Comparative Issues in Education

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This course examines, compares, contrasts, and assesses the philosophy, course design and content, methodologies, and administrative styles of educational systems from various countries and regional locations. Students will create a collaborative guide illustrating the significant differences and similarities between two or more countries of their own choosing.

Human Resource Management in Public and Private Schools

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Educational leaders are often challenged to develop policies and practices which affect personnel, students and the community. This course will explore various areas of interaction between: pupil-teacher, teacher-principal, principal-staff, and principal-community. The focus of the course will center around the interrelationships of each person to the other as well as the school-community interaction.

Higher Education Leadership

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This course is designed to provide students with a greater understanding of the principles and practices associated with leadership and administration in higher education. Emphasis will be placed on discussion, readings and analysis of current issues regarding leadership at the college and university level. Students are expected to synthesize information related to the historical background of leadership issues when compared with current practice in higher education.

Religious Administration in Higher Education

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This course explores the area of religious higher educational administration. Students are challenged to think beyond the boundaries of secular education where they will find philosophical and historical foundations for higher education much different than modern thinking adheres to. The central focus of the course is to provide students with a model which can be used to enter administrative positions within higher education while maintaining their core beliefs.

Community College Administraton

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This course examines the professional skills needed to perform the duties of a community college administrator. Students will study the various aspects of community colleges administration be doing online research of a selected community college to assess the overall success of the program. Students will learn and evaluate the theories of leadership and organizational culture as it relates to the community college.

Educational Research Methods

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A survey course introducing students to methods used for educational research. Emphasis will be placed on the practice of research from a global perspective.

Leadership and Interpersonal Relationships

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This course is designed to introduce student to some of the dynamics for communication as an educator or academic administrator. Students will be given a series of readings challenging them to create methodologies necessary to provide feedback, administrative guidance, and personnel direction within academic situations and settings.

Planning for Educational Change

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The need for strategic and operational planning requires the utilization of professional development resources, organizational guidelines, financial management projections, and well designed planning process. This course examines change in education, and challenges students to evaluate possible scenarios for future academic development.

Curriculum Theory and Design

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This is an advanced course that examines the historical development of curriculum theory and the processes which have led to curriculum models used in modern education.

Principles of Educational Administration

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This course explores current theory and principles of educational administration. Students will assess different administrative examples and determine potential outcomes for each.

Understanding Educational Leadership

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This course offers students specific insights into the world of academic and administrative leadership. Students will examine methodologies and practices used by educational professionals within academia. Students are expected to develop and understanding of educational literature presented during the course. Emphasis on leadership in higher education will be stressed.

Management and Higher Education

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Educational Leadership and Administration

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This course explores the various roles, styles, and functions leaders in the context of education. Theories regarding different leadership styles are covered throughout the course.

Introduction to Educational Theory

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Research in Higher Education

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 16:46:37 +0900

This course is designed as a special readings course. Students may enroll in single classes no more than once per academic session, and for no more than a maximum of 6 semester credit hours to be applied to a degree program. The course prepares students for their Research Project or Thesis. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be required to take a Comprehensive Examination over the reading materials they have completed.

Professional Practice in Higher Education

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Strategies for Teaching Reading

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 16:46:37 +0900

This course introduces teaching techniques used to help language learners develop reading skills and strategies. Students will be shown how to develop methods they can use with language learners such as: methods for the transfer of content ideas and information; encouraging whole language techniques that are used to teach reading skills; and helps language learners gain more relevant information from what they read. Thus, helping them become independent learners.

Second Language Teaching Strategies

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This course is designed to provide students with a close up look at current research on bilingual education, language development, and second-language acquisition. The course will approach the subject of second language acquisition from the perspective of sociolinguistics and psycholinguistics. Emphasis will be placed on factors affecting development of usable skills in English.

Applied Linguistics

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This course will explore current trends and practices used in the teaching of English as a second or a foreign language in primary, elementary and secondary settings. Students are expected to create a field research project which will be turned in at the conclusion of the course.

The Teaching of Language

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This course examines various advanced areas of English grammar and speech. This course is designed for teachers of English as a second or foreign language. Emphasis will be placed on the comparative analysis of English grammatical structure, problems encountered by non-native speakers in learning English grammar, and methods used to address learner difficulties.

Decision Making in Higher Education

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 16:46:37 +0900

This course outlines different decision making approaches and theories for school supervisors and administrators in higher education.

Faith-Based Educational Models

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 16:46:37 +0900

This course examines some of the foundational principles and practices of education with a Christian perspective. Students will explore various learning models, learning styles and educational techniques used within higher education. Emphasis on the art of teaching versus the science of teaching will be given. As a capsule course, attention will be given to the use creative techniques used to support a morally balanced curriculum and approach within academia.

Comparative Issues in Education

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Global Administration in Higher Education

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 16:46:37 +0900

This course explores the area of higher educational administration. Students are challenged to think beyond the boundaries of secular education where they will find philosophical and historical foundations for higher education much different than modern thinking adheres to. The central focus of the course is to provide students with a model which can be used to enter administrative positions within higher education while maintaining their core beliefs.

Educational Ethics

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This course is designed to introduce and outline some of the ethical considerations and implications involved with being an educator, school supervisor or administrator.

Educational Ethics

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This course is designed to introduce and outline some of the ethical considerations and implications involved with being an educator, school supervisor or administrator.

Educational Research Methods

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 16:46:37 +0900

A survey course introducing students to methods used for educational research. Emphasis will be placed on the practice of research from a global perspective.

Educational Research Methods

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A survey course introducing students to methods used for educational research. Emphasis will be placed on the practice of research from a global perspective.

Current Issues in Education

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This course will give students the opportunity to examine some of the current trends, policies, practices, and procedures in education. Students will assess the strengths and weaknesses of various academic programs based on the research data, and decide what, if anything must be done to fix existing problems institutions in higher education face.

Current Issues in Education

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Academic Administration and Supervision

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The need for quality is evident at every level of higher education. This course looks specifically at some key principles for the proper administration and supervision of individuals working in academia. Students will be challenged to formulate their own guide for management that can be used for global settings.

Planning for Educational Change

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Legal Problems in Education

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This course examines the legal facets of personnel administration.

Effective Classroom Practices

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This course focuses on the management theories, methods and approaches used in educational classroom settings. Students enrolled in this course will be challenged to develop an understanding of the relationship between theory and practice as it relates to classroom management.

Curriculum Theory and Design

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This is an advanced course that examines the historical development of curriculum theory and the processes which have led to curriculum models used in modern education.

Principles of Teaching

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This course requires students to provide a critical examination of current data and research relevant to the fundamental principles of teaching. During the course, students will be given the opportunity to study and comment on factors that affect teaching and teaching strategies.

Understanding Educational Leadership

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Problem Solving in Education

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This is an independent study course looking at some of the common concerns and issues related to public and private education. Students enrolled in this course will do independent research on a selected area of concern and provide an in-depth analysis of the problem along with possible solutions. The culmination of this course is a student project paper of between 20,000 – 30,000 words. (Special permission from the Education Department Chairperson is required for enrollment to this course)

International Education Research

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This course compares and contrasts the philosophy, course content, methodology and management styles of school systems of various countries.

School Administration and Management

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 16:46:37 +0900

A survey course introducing students to the foundational mechanisms which are used to develop academic programs. Emphasis will be placed on specific philosophical, historical, and organizational features of both public and private schools.

Administrative Seminar

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Organization and Management in Community Education

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 16:46:37 +0900

This is a seminar course that introduces students to various practices and principles used in the establishment of community organizations with emphasis on educating youth and adults.

Community Resource Management

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 16:46:37 +0900

This course compares and contrasts the various interactions that frequently occur between educational organizations and the community. Students will be challenged to create a model for developing a communication link between education and society.

Educational Interaction with Parents and Officials

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This course is designed to give students some foundational understanding of the interactions which commonly take place between educators, administrators, parents and community officials. The course focuses on ways to create an effective partnership with those who have a connection to the educational institution.

Principles for Instructing Adult Learners

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Students taking this course will examine research regarding the principles, methodology and instructional practices used in adult education. Some of the content areas covered include: teaching basic skills; teaching the process of developing a positive attitudes toward education, life, aging, illnesses and death; and teaching adults to focus on becoming global citizens, to use their thinking - reasoning skills in a functional way.

Legal Issues in Education

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This course examines and evaluates the different legal principles and practices used in education related to matters such as the authority, responsibility, and liability of school personnel, school boards and educational district representatives. Students will review various regulations regarding the legal and ethical standards for educators and administrators.

Leadership in Education

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Within academia there are basic theories of supervision and supervisory procedures. This course will introduce students to different theories and illustrate scenarios for creating new models and improving instructional services from a global point of view.

Non-Traditional Education and the Learner

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This course is designed to give students a full scope of methodologies, strategies, and innovative techniques needed to effectively teach non-traditional learners. Course topics include: learning style, special needs of the learner, the role of the educator, teaching basic and advanced skills, adaptive technology, and assessing achievement.

The Adolescent Learner

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This course explores the aspects of human development in adolescents at the secondary level. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of the following: cognitive development in the adolescent; learning styles and differences; student motivation for learning; and how adolescents learn. Students will examine readings, case studies and classroom examples provided to give them a better understanding with regard to how the adolescent develops academically, socially, and spiritually.

The Adult Learner

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A number of factors relate to adult learners. Students will be challenged to develop critical thinking skills as they are introduced to various problems which are commonly related to adult learning. Additionally, students will work on the development of strategies to assist them when working with adults. Features of the course include: learning styles of youth compared to the adult; understanding adult patterns for learning; and developing a professional understanding and appreciation for adult education programs, designed to serve the needs and uniqueness of the adult learning situation.

International Business Models

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This course will examine various aspects of international business, trade and foreign investment. Emphasis will be placed on cultural, economic, social and political aspects of working or setting up a business abroad. Students interested in pursuing a career in international education will be given an opportunity to expand their knowledge and understanding of business practices in a global community.

International Business Models

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Academic Finance and Planning

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This introductory course is designed for students interested in leadership at elementary, secondary and post-secondary levels. The course focuses on specific considerations regarding the financial support of elementary, secondary and higher education including: income sources, finance methods and practices, and general operating expenditures for educational organizations. Emphasis on school finance problems and local administration are given.

KEISIE Application Fee

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Student fees for enrolling for study to KEISIE Graduate School of International Education. This is a one-time fee and is non-refundable.