May 11, 2024  
2018-2019 Graduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Graduate Catalog [NOTE!!!! THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG. FOR THE CURRENT CATALOG, GO TO CATALOG.NIU.EDU]

Graduate Courses


A list of graduate courses in alphabetical order.

 
  
  • AUD 780 - Medical Audiology


    Study of audiological assessment and habilitation/rehabilitation of hearing loss arising from medical and environmental etiologies. Focus on the most common causes and medical treatments across the lifespan

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Both AUD 680 and AUD 727 with a grade of B- or better, or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AUD 798 - Au.D. Research


    May be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Admission to the Au.D. program and consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 505 - American Ecosystems


    Laboratory and field analysis of environments. Lectures and laboratories on campus plus extensive field experience. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 semester hours.

    Credits: 1-8
  
  • BIOS 506 - Conservation Biology


    Ecological bases for conservation of biological diversity, resource management, ecosystem restoration, and relationship of conservation practices to human welfare. Laboratory includes computer simulations and applied conservation field work in local nature preserves. Field trips required.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 509X - Water Quality


    Crosslisted as ENVS 509 and GEOL 509X. Survey of microbiological and chemical parameters affecting water quality and their associated public health aspects. Topics include microbial detection methods, waterborne disease, organic and inorganic parameters, drinking water, wastewater treatment plants, source water, and risk assessment. Lectures, laboratories, and a field trip.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 511 - Plant Physiology


    Physical and chemical aspects of the functions of higher plants. Two hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 512 - Mycology


    Culture, morphology, and economic significance of the fungi.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 513 - Microbial Physiology


    Physical and chemical aspects of the functions of bacteria and other microorganisms.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 515 - Water Microbiology


    Designed to acquaint the student with normal and pollutional microorganisms found in water, their sources and control. Standard methods of detection and enumeration as well as new experimental approaches will be stressed in the laboratory.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 517 - Pathogenic Microbiology


    Consideration of human viruses, bacteria, and fungi and their host-parasite relations.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 518 - Human Heredity


    Inheritance in humans. Not open for credit toward the major in biological sciences.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 520 - Plant Pathology


    Specific causal agents of plant diseases, their identification and control measures. Parasitism and the economy of crop disease. Two hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 522X - Plant-Soil Interactions


    Crosslisted as GEOG 522. Chemical and physical properties of soils affecting vegetation, segregation of natural plant communities, and managed systems. Lecture, laboratory, and field experience.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 523 - Principles of Virology


    Essential principles of viral biology including the foundations of virology, elements of virus life cycle, viral pathogenesis, and means of virus control and evolution, with the emphasis on molecular structures and processes. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 530 - Plant Systematics


    Systematics and evolution of higher plants including contemporary phylogeny.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 533 - Behavioral Ecology


    Examples and theories of how behavior influences survival and reproduction in different environments.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 535X - Primate Evolution


    Crosslisted as ANTH 545. A survey of the primate fossil record, with an emphasis on adaptation and phylogeny.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 537X - Primate Anatomy


    Crosslisted as ANTH 547. The skeletal anatomy of living primates including primate dental and skeletal adaptations, phylogeny, speciation, and biogeography.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 539 - Molecular Evolution


    Evolution of nucleic acids and proteins and the modifying actions of mutational events. Survey of different types of molecular data and methods of determination and analysis. Consideration of the broader implications of molecular changes for our improved understanding of macroevolution and phylogeny retrieval. Two hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 540 - Immunobiology


    Biochemistry and interactions of antigens, antibodies, and lymphocytes; development of the immune system; and medical applications and current immunological techniques.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 542 - Evolution and the Creationist Challenge


    Evolutionary theory and tenets of present-day anti-evolutionists with emphasis on providing students with the skills to articulate the theory of evolution as it applies to the biological sciences. Not designed as a substitute for a formal course in evolutionary theory. Recommended for students pursuing careers in secondary science education.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 544 - Cell and Tissue Culture


    Basic laboratory techniques in plant and animal tissue culture. Topics include growth analysis, mutation induction, hybridoma production, cell cycle analysis, and cell fusion. Topics and experiments from recent literature will be emphasized. One hour of lecture and two three-hour laboratories per week.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 545 - Human Histology


    Microscopic anatomy of human cells and tissues. Emphasis on correlating cell structure at the light and ultramicroscopic level with physiology in individual tissue and organs of the human body. Two hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 546 - Gross Human Anatomy


    Gross anatomy of the human body, including dissection, with functional, histological, developmental, and clinical correlates.

    Credits: 6
  
  • BIOS 547 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy


    Relationships of vertebrate classes as demonstrated by embryological, morphological, and paleontological evidence. Three hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 548 - Aquatic Ecology


    Structure and function of freshwater communities as influenced by biotic and abiotic interactions. Two hours of lecture and five hours of laboratory per week.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 550 - Molecular Biology of Cancer


    Topics include carcinogenesis, metastasis, angiogenesis, cancer genetics (DNA damage/repair, genetic instability, oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes), regulation of cell proliferation, apoptosis, treatment of cancer (radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery).

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 553 - Entomology


    Insects and other terrestrial arthropods: anatomy, behavior, classification, ecology, economic importance, and physiology. Two hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory per week.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 554 - Developmental Biology


    Mechanisms of eukaryotic development. Emphasis on model animal systems. Two hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory per week.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 555 - Comparative Physiology


    General physiological principles and functions in vertebrates and invertebrates. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 556 - Biology of Fishes, Amphibians, and Reptiles


    Evolution, taxonomy, physiology, behavior, ecology, and distribution of fishes, amphibians, and reptiles. Laboratory work and field trips emphasize identification of Illinois forms.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 557 - Biology of Birds and Mammals


    Evolution, taxonomy, physiology, behavior, ecology, and distribution of birds and mammals. Laboratory work and field trips emphasize identification of Illinois forms.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 558 - Vertebrate Paleontology


    Crosslisted as GEOL 558X. Survey of the history of vertebrates, focusing on key evolutionary innovations such as the evolution of bone, the invasion of land, and the origin of endothermy. Examination of fossils and the interpretation of them in the context of their geological setting.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 561 - Endocrinology


    Classic mammalian endocrine systems examined with emphasis on cellular and molecular mechanisms of action. Topics include endocrine cell signaling, molecular mechanisms of hormone action, and some discussion of endocrine pathology. Lecture material and readings from the current professional literature.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 562 - Biogeography


    Role of ecological, evolutionary, and historical factors in explaining the past and current distributions of plants and animals. Current theory and applications to species preservation and nature reserve design. Three hours of lecture.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 564 - Cell Signalling


    Principles of chemical communication between cells. Detailed examination of chemical messengers, receptors, and intracellular signal transduction mechanisms involved in regulation of cell function, growth, and development.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 565 - Cellular Physiology


    Principles underlying cellular activity. Topics include the biochemistry of cells, cell organelles, cell environment, membranes, and energy conversions.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 567 - Advanced Molecular Biology


    Mechanisms of gene expression and regulation of gene activity in eukaryotic organisms.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 568X - Geomicrobiology


    Crosslisted as GEOL 568. Role of microorganisms in diverse environments at and below the surface of the earth. Topics include life in extreme environments, biodegradation and remediation, biogeochemical cycling, and astrobiology examined from the perspectives of geochemistry, microbial ecology, molecular biology, and ecosystem studies.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 569X - Invertebrate Paleontology


    Crosslisted as GEOL 570. Principal invertebrate fossil forms of the geologic record, treated from the standpoint of their evolution, and the identification of fossil specimens. Several field trips required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 570X - General Biological Chemistry


    Crosslisted as CHEM 570. Overall view of biochemistry including structure, properties, function, and metabolism of biologically important compounds.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 571X - Biological Chemistry Laboratory


    Crosslisted as CHEM 571. Experiments in the isolation, purification, and characterization of biomolecules by chromatographic, electrophoretic, and centrifugation techniques; enzyme kinetics; electron transport in mitochondria and microsomes.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: CHEM 570 or CHEM 572, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 572X - Biological Chemistry I


    Crosslisted as CHEM 572. Detailed study of the structure and properties of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Properties of enzymes. Bioenergetics including oxidative phosphorylation and photosynthesis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 573X - Biological Chemistry II


    Crosslisted as CHEM 573. Detailed study of the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, and nitrogenous compounds, including proteins and nucleic acids. Metabolic regulation. Genetic information.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CHEM 572 or BIOS 572X, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 575 - Neural Development


    Examination of the principles that govern the development of the nervous system from a single fertilized cell in various organisms.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: BIOS 555 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 576 - Plant Genetics


    Topics in modern plant genetics, including genome organization and function, mechanisms of reproduction, barriers to inbreeding, transgenic plant methodology, genetically-modified crops, traditional and molecular methodologies in plant breeding, future of plant biotechnology.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 577 - Human Genetics


    Study of human genes, genome organization, and genetic diseases, with emphasis on DNA-based techniques.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 579 - Biotechnology Applications and Techniques


    Detailed study of the methodology, techniques and applications of biotechnology in both plant and animal systems with an emphasis on the use of genomics and genetic engineering approaches in agricultural and medical biotechnology.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 581 - Vision and the Visual System


    Anatomy and physiology of the human and animal visual system, including descriptions of phototransduction, retinal representation in the cortex, perception of motion and depth, motion blindness, color vision, face recognition, and interpretation and processing of information in the brain.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 582 - Biology of Forensic Analysis


    Topics include DNA analysis, forensic pathology, forensic dentistry, fingerprints, craniofacial reconstruction, and blood spatter analysis. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 587 - Conservation Genetics


    Examination of the genetic characteristics of organisms and their environments. Application of genetic principles to conservation biology. Topics include genetics of small populations, genetic monitoring, and genetic restoration.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 588 - Applied Microbial Biotechnology


    Topics include applications of microorganisms for industrial processes related to the production of energy, food, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, as well as bioremediation. Two hours of lecture and 3 hours of laboratory per week.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 589 - Madagascar Field Biology


    Field biology experience devoted to studying the paleontology, evolution, ecology and behavior of the fauna native to the island of Madagascar. Includes lectures, museum field trips, and hands-on experience at a rainforest field camp. Formulation of independent research projects, data collection, and presentation of results in a research talk and final report.

    Credits: 6
  
  • BIOS 605 - Institute for Science Teachers in Biology


    Lectures, demonstrations, laboratory work, and field trips designed for the secondary biology teacher. Subject matter will help enhance and update the current science teacher in the biological sciences. Topics will be drawn from those that also integrate relevant topics in chemistry, physics, the earth sciences, and technology, as well as the best practices in teaching and leadership. May be repeated to a maximum of 16 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-8
  
  • BIOS 610 - Food and Industrial Microbiology


    Fundamental aspects of microorganisms (including viruses and prions) associated with foods and the food industry. Topics will include isolation and enumeration of microorganisms in food, microbial species that are important to the food industry, techniques for preventing and controlling microbial contamination of foods, and procedures for reducing health hazards associated with food contamination.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 616 - Plant Metabolism


    Biochemical and physiological aspects of metabolism in plants, including interpretation of current scientific literature.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 619 - Microbial Systematics and Diversity


    Understanding the metabolic diversity of bacteria and archaea through selective culturing, isolation, and determinative testing. Cultivate and characterize microbial species of importance to the environment, human health, and the food and biofuel/bioenergy industries. Weekly lecture and two three-hour laboratory sessions.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 623 - Graduate Teaching and Research Orientation


    Instruction in methods for teaching in the biological sciences and developing a thesis/dissertation research topic in the graduate program in the biological sciences.

    Credits: 1
  
  • BIOS 625 - Electron Microscopy


    Preparative techniques for electron microscopy of biological specimens. Basic theory and operation of electron microscopes, including electron-micrography. Interpretation of the ultrastructure of cells and cell constituents.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 626 - Methods of Teaching Human Anatomy


    Instruction in teaching methods for human gross anatomy. Emphasis on dissection techniques plus laboratory and lecture material as it pertains to a human gross anatomy course that utilizes cadaver material. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: BIOS 546 or consent of department.

    Credits: 1-6
  
  • BIOS 627X - Neuroanatomical Bases of Behavior


    Crosslisted as PSYC 627. Gross, microscopic, and ultramicroscopic anatomy of the nervous system; basic subdivisions of the central, peripheral, and autonomic components of the nervous system; histology and ultrastructure of nervous tissue; and neuroanatomical mechanisms in the regulation of behavior.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Graduate standing, PSYC 603, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 628X - Neuroanatomical Bases of Behavior: Laboratory


    Crosslisted as PSYC 628. Gross, microscopic, and ultramicroscopic examination of tissues from the nervous systems of selected species.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ or CRQ: BIOS 627X.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 629 - Human Embryology


    Progression of human embryonic development from fertilization to parturition. Emphasis on description of development in major organ systems of the body and selected cellular and molecular mechanisms that induce these systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: BIOS 546 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 630X - Neurochemical Bases of Behavior


    Crosslisted as PSYC 630. Biochemistry of the nervous system; chemical composition, metabolism, and chemistry of neurons and glia; chemical bases of learning, motivation, and other categories of behavior.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Graduate standing, PSYC 629, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 632 - Radiation Biology


    Effects of radiation upon cells and organisms.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 636 - Experiments in Molecular Genetics of Prokaryotes


    Experiments with current techniques of molecular genetics of prokaryotes in genetic exchange, mutagenesis, transposition, gene cloning, and analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: BIOS 638 or consent of department.

    Credits: 2
  
  • BIOS 638 - Molecular Genetics of Prokaryotes


    Mechanisms of molecular, bacterial, and viral genetics including genetic recombination, mutagenesis, gene regulation and expression, transposons, genetic engineering, and genomics. Emphasis on recent literature. Familiarity with molecular biology concepts assumed.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 640 - Advanced Immunology


    The genetics of the immune response, inheritance, and structure of membrane antigens, function of B and T lymphocytes, mechanism of cell mediated immunity, and genetics of immunoglobulin molecules.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: BIOS 540 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 641 - Practical Bioinformatics for Biologists


    Hands-on experience using bioinformatics software for applications that include database searches, sequence alignment, phylogeny building, protein structure analysis, protein function annotation, regulatory motif prediction, and next generation sequence analysis.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 643 - Bioinformatics


    Introduction to theory, strategies, and practice of data management and analysis in molecular biology. Topics include DNA and protein sequence analysis, biological databases, genomic mapping, and analysis of gene expression data.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 646 - Programming for Bioinformatics


    Introduction to computer programming and programming techniques for bioinformatics, with emphasis on currently used programming techniques in the bioinformatics field. Applications to bioinformatics and analysis of biological data.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: BIOS 643 and CSCI 240, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 655 - Microbial Diversity


    Detailed study of microbial diversity. In-depth familiarization with the evolutionary perspective on microbial relationships, development of an understanding of the morphological, ecological, and biochemical diversity of the microbial world, and classical and molecular approaches by which microbial diversity is studied. Scheduled laboratory period.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 659 - Neurophysiology


    Processing of information in the nervous system with emphasis on propagation of information along a single cell and between cells in the peripheral nervous system and in the spinal cord.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: BIOS 555 or BIOS 565 or consent of department. Recommended: One semester of calculus.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 670 - Biostatistical Analysis


    Principles and procedures of statistical analysis of biological data. Includes use of statistical packages and computers in the laboratory.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 675 - Population Ecology


    Structure and dynamics of animal populations and communities.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 680 - Community Ecology


    Concepts of classification, organization, structure, and change in biotic communities over ecological and evolutionary time. Role of physical factors and biotic interactions as well as hypotheses of community equilibria, stability, and composition.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 683 - Animal Research and Comparative Medicine


    Fundamental concepts in animal research and comparative medicine, including genetically modified animals, infectious disease monitoring, ethics, biocontainment, and regulatory oversight of common laboratory animals.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 684 - The Process and Practices of Science


    Examination of major concepts of science. Compares and contrasts the role and practice of science and its interaction with technology and society. Designed specifically for those students accepted into the secondary science teacher licensure program in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, environmental science, or physics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ILAS 201.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 690 - Topics in Molecular and Cellular Control Mechanisms


    Mechanisms of regulation of biological systems at the cellular and molecular levels, considering current scientific literature. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours as topic varies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: BIOS 570X or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOS 691 - Recombinant DNA Techniques Laboratory


    Advanced experiments using recombinant DNA techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • BIOS 699 - Master’s Thesis


    Research leading to writing of a master’s thesis. Students eligible to register only after their research problems have been approved. May be repeated to a maximum of 30 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-12
  
  • BIOS 700 - Special Topics in Biology


    A. Physiology
    B. Development and Morphogenesis
    C. Genetics
    D. Microbiology
    E. Ecology/Environmental Biology
    G. Evolution
    J. Systematics
    K. Molecular Biology
    M. Research Methods
    Lectures, discussions, and reports on topics of special interest in a particular field of biology. One to 9 semester hours as scheduled; each field may be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours.

    Credits: 1-9
  
  • BIOS 761 - Seminar


    A. Microbiology
    B. Ecology and Evolution
    C. Teaching Human Anatomy
    D. Cell Biology
    E. Plant Sciences
    May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours, but no more than 4 semester hours may be counted toward the M.S. degree.

    Credits: 1
  
  • BIOS 770 - Independent Study


    Independent study of problems under the supervision of an adviser. May be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-9
  
  • BIOS 790 - Cooperative Education


    Work experience related to biological sciences. Credit to be determined by the graduate coordinator. Enrollment restricted to students formally participating in NIU’s cooperative education program. May be repeated, but no more than 3 semester hours may be applied toward any one degree.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of the department and the university’s director of cooperative education.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • BIOS 799 - Doctoral Dissertation


    May be repeated with permission of the department to a maximum of 120 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Admission to Ph.D. candidacy and consent of department.

    Credits: 1-12
  
  • CAHA 500 - The Nature of Adult Education


    Overview of adult education with an introduction to philosophy, sociology, and history of the field. Significant trends and issues in diverse settings are examined.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHA 501 - Adult Learning: Maturity Through Old Age


    Inquiry into learning theories and their relationships to mature and aging adults. Emphasis on the problems of changes in learning capacities, incentives, emotional development and their implications for adult educators.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHA 502 - Educating Culturally Diverse Adults


    Analysis and critique of economic, educational, sociological, cultural, and professional issues having an impact on the education of culturally diverse adults. Focus on the development of educational programs and classes which address these issues.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHA 530 - Instructional Theory, Practice and Teaching in Postsecondary Education


    Development of methods, techniques, and strategies for the instruction in postsecondary contexts.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHA 533 - Applied Learning Theories in Postsecondary Education


    Understandings and skills that enable adults to learn effectively in classrooms, small groups, and individually. Participation training and self-directed education in a laboratory setting.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHA 540 - Curriculum and Program Development in Postsecondary Contexts


    Application of curriculum development and program planning principles to education and training programs designed specifically for postsecondary contexts.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHA 545 - Planning and Promoting Noncredit Adult Education


    Strategies for needs assessment and marketing for noncredit adult education; program models and techniques for reaching specific target audiences. Student-identified programming concerns considered through a practicum-workshop approach. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 semester hours.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CAHA 550X - Teaching Oral Skills to Adult English Language Learners: Methods and Materials


    Crosslisted as LTIC 550. Examination and application of methods and materials used to teach oral communication skills (listening and speaking) to English-language learners in adult education settings.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHA 551X - Teaching Literacy Skills to Adult English Language Learners: Methods and Materials


    Crosslisted as LTIC 551. Examination and application of methods and materials used to teach literacy skills (reading and writing) to English-language learners in adult education settings.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHA 552X - Curriculum Development for Adult English Language Learners


    Crosslisted as LTIC 552. Examination of current practices in teaching English-language learners in adult education settings with focus on issues in program and curriculum design, including the curriculum as process, student and teacher assessment, teaching methodology, and professional development.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHA 553X - Crosscultural Issues in the Adult ESL Classroom


    Crosslisted as LTIC 553. Examination of cultural differences and their influences on adults learning English language skills and acquiring general perceptions of their social environment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHA 555 - Seminar in the Community College


    Development of the community college, its present status, purposes, functions, organization, and curriculum; and emerging issues in the community college.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHA 560 - Nontraditional Adult Higher Education


    Historical background, conceptual base, and literature of alternative approaches to the education of adults within higher education settings. Includes nontraditional approaches such as open learning systems, the free university, portfolio development and experiential learning, folk schools, and field studies of current nontraditional adult higher education programs, their structure and content.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHA 562 - Helping Skills for Student Affairs Professionals


    Develops skills in current approaches to interviewing and counseling for student affairs professionals. Overview of the helping process will be discussed. Emphasis on the practice of listening, attending, reflecting, questioning, confrontation, observation, influencing, and sequencing skills with clients from various cultures.

    Credits: 3
 

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