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CSFL 606 - Introduction to Spiritual Direction
Credit Hours: 3
This is an introductory course that explores the ministry of Christian spiritual direction. Various traditional and contemporary ways of doing direction will be explored, and students will practice and implement the basic skills of direction. Emphasis is given to understanding the spiritual director as a guide to godliness, the dynamics of discerning the Spirit’s work in a person’s life, and the varying contexts in which direction takes place.
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CSFL 611 - Formation Through Struggle
Credit Hours: 4
This course challenges cultural assumptions surrounding success and failure, and explores how our setbacks and struggles can be vehicles for formation and growth. A framework is presented for how daily decisions and the trials of ordinary life factor into an overall model of spiritual maturity and contribute to character development. Attention is also given to practices that open us to the grace of healing and restoration, such as the circumstantial spiritual disciplines of lament and forgiveness.
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CSFL 612 - Formation & Struggle
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: Completion of the third residency through the Apprentice Experience.
This course challenges cultural assumptions surrounding success and failure, and explores how our setbacks and struggles can be vehicles for formation and growth. Attention is given to practices that open us to the grace of healing and restoration. This is a bridge course for students who previously attended the third residency through the Apprentice Experience.
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CSFL 616 - Leadership in the Missional Church
Credit Hours: 3
This course explores the problems and possibilities facing the church in the post-Christendom world of North American, and the implications this has for its leaders. Attention is given to how the church can recover its missional identity and the role of leaders in forming and equipping congregations to be faithful witnesses of God’s Kingdom.
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CSFL 621 - Formation for Community and Mission
Credit Hours: 4
This course explores the crucial relationship between community and mission in how God works in the world. What kind of people are we becoming, not merely as individuals, but as communities, and what impact can the body of Christ have on our neighborhoods and cities. Special emphasis is given to practices that generate togetherness and shape communities to serve God’s purposes in the world.
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CSFL 622 - Community & Mission
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: Completion of the fourth residency through the Apprentice Experience.
This course explores the crucial relationship between community and mission in how God works in the world. What kind of people are we becoming, not merely as individuals, but as communities, and what impact can the body of Christ have on our neighborhoods and cities. Special emphasis is given to practices that generate togetherness and shape communities to serve God’s purposes in the world. This is a bridge course for students who previously attended the fourth residency through the Apprentice Experience.
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RELM 150 - Introduction to Christian Spiritual Formation
Credit Hours: 3
This course exposes the student to the foundation principles, key concepts, and basic practices in Christian Spiritual Formation.
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RELM 325 - Foundations of Youth Ministry
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on the psychological and religious concepts relevant to ministries with youth.
Spring alternate years
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RELM 365 - Contemporary Youth Ministry
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines various youth ministry models, approaches and programs, including programs of the local church, para-church organizations, campus ministries or international youth outreach efforts..
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RELM 370 - Living as Apprentices of Jesus
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: RELM 350
This course will examine the three primary components of soul transformation: the changing of our narrative, engaging in spiritual exercises, and participation in community. Built on the ideas, concepts, and practices of the Apprentice Series, this class will focus on the way in which we are formed in Christlikeness.
Fall semester
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RELM 375 - Renovation of the Heart
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: RELM 350
This course examines in the inner workings of transformation utilizing the six dimensions of the human person described by Dallas Willard.
Spring semester
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RELM 471 - Vocation and Career in God’s Kingdom
Credit Hours: 3
This course will aid the student in seeing their vocation and career as a primary place in which to practice their apprenticeship to Jesus. It will examine calling and discernment, as well as how leaders and professionals live as disciples in their spheres of influence. This course will explore the ways in which the Kingdom of God can be integrated in every area of human existence, most certainly in the workplace.
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RELM 475 - Ministry Practices
Credit Hours: 2
This course introduces the principles and disciplines of effective ministry in a range of practical environments like teaching and preaching, pastoral care and leadership, community formation, and good neighboring. Students will develop vital ministry skills under the guidance of trained practitioners and grow in their practical knowledge of, and appreciation for, key ministry areas.
Every fall with thematic rotations
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RELM 493 - Internship 1
Credit Hours: 1 - 3 variable
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RELM 494 - Internship 2
Credit Hours: 1 - 3 variable
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Social Science |
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SOSC 210 - Foundations of American Character
Credit Hours: 3
This course is an exploration of several of the main periods of American history, from the earliest European colonies to the present day, highlighting prominent ideas and disputes which have defined and which still today shape the ‘character’ of the United States. The exploration will primarily be conducted through writings produced by living eyewitness of the evolution of these ideas and disputes; thus, in this class students will read writings by influential-and sometimes forgotten-artists, authors, visionaries, politicians, and other religious, political and cultural leaders from throughout 400 years of American History.
Meets General Education Goal 4: Breadth of Knowledge (Social Science and History).
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SOSC 220 - Simplicity and Sustainability
Credit Hours: 3
This course deals with the related notions of “simplicity” and “sustainability.” These terms will be considered in light of different philosophical, psychological, and environmental traditions, and those consideration will in turn point towards economic, sociological, and political evaluations of way we live, work, eat, and engage in our responsibilities as members of communities. Through reading and field experiences, students will be able to examine and will learn how to assess numerous different approaches to social organization, and discover ways to apply those forms to their own lives. As such, the outcomes of this course are both theoretical and practical. This course will satisfy the Social and Behavioral Science Perspectives requirement.
Meets General Education Goal 6: Personal and Social Responsibility.
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SOSC 265 - Cultural and World Geography
Credit Hours: 3
This introductory course provides a general survey of the major concepts in cultural and regional geography. The course introduces the students to basic concepts in cultural geography relating to human population, historical, political, social, economic, linguistic and religious developments and how these elements relate to the world regions.
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SOSC 320 - Social Science Research Methods
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: COMP 202
This course is designed to foster critical thinking skills through the study of social science research methods and their application. Students will be introduced to the fundamental techniques, principles, and methods utilized in the design and execution of social research. Research design, sampling, data collection strategies, constructing hypotheses, evaluation of the validity and reliability of information, methods of analysis, and presentation of findings are all covered. This course will utilize a variety of learning strategies, including but not limited to assigned readings, case studies, lectures, research and writing, group discussions, and group activities.
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SOSC 330 - Social Change and Leadership Development
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: COMP 202
This course introduces students to the social change model in the context of leadership development. The critical values of the model “The Seven C’s” (consciousness of self, congruence, commitment, collaboration, common purpose, controversy with civility, and citizenship) and their application in the context of change efforts are covered. Students will work collaboratively and individually to explore the challenges of transformational change from the individual, group and community / societal perspectives. Students are exposed to the complex nature of social change through analysis of selected social movements using the social change model. Throughout this course, each stage of the Kolb experiential learning cycle is utilized to promote student learning and achievement of course outcomes.
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SOSC 385 - Needs Assessment, Program Development and Evaluation
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: COMP 202 and SOSC 450
This course provides students with a practical approach to needs assessment, program development, and evaluation. Students are introduced to needs assessment, program development, and evaluation not only as a means for addressing performance related questions, but also as a mechanism for exposing the underlying logic of existing programs and program activities. This is an invaluable tool for identifying appropriate intervention activities and measuring the effectiveness of these once implemented. A major focus throughout this course is a strategy of continuous program improvement rather than just a summative approach to program effectiveness. The approaches highlighted in this course are based on social science research methodologies, professional standards and best practice.
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SOSC 410 - Social Problems in a Globalized World
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: COMP 202 and ANTH 101
This course provides students an in-depth overview of global social problems using a multi-disciplinary approach and social science perspectives. A theme throughout this course is the interconnectedness of the world and its people as it relates to the change process and its consequences. Students will examine social problems on a global scale and relate connections of these problems to their day-to-day lives and local communities. Contemporary issues related to social inequalities, war and violence, and environmental sustainability are considered. Students will demonstrate critical thinking, analytical, research and comparative skills as they evaluate these problems using a variety of social science perspectives. Students will also evaluate their personal values and leadership capabilities in a global context. This course will utilize a variety of learning strategies, including but not limited to assigned readings, videos, case studies, lectures, research and writing, group discussions, and group activities.
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SOSC 415 - Human Rights and Culture
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: COMP 202 and ANTH 101
This course provides an overview of how human rights are established, maintained, and changed. Students examine the basic elements of human rights and their application to a variety of situations in contemporary societies. Interconnections between inequalities of power, human rights violations, and culture are covered. Students will consider the paradox between global standards and the preservation of local traditions and ways of life in the larger context of culture change. Specific examples in which human rights campaigns that have encountered resistance attributed specifically to the preservation of indigenous cultures are discussed. Students will investigate the debate over the universality of human rights and consider the complexities involved in applying global standards and the related change implications to local cultural values, traditions, and practices. This course will utilize a variety of learning strategies, including but not limited to assigned readings, videos, case studies, lectures, research and writing, group discussions, and group activities.
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SOSC 430 - Data Analysis for Social and Behavioral Sciences
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Social and Behavioral Science division students only or with consent of the instructor.
This class addresses research design, measurement and application in the behavioral sciences. The course introduces the statistical tools used in social and behavioral sciences. Special emphasis will be given on the use of software in analyzing large data sets.
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SOSC 450 - Methods of Social Science Research
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: COMP 202; Senior status recommended
Introduction to the use of the scientific method in social science research. Consideration given to formulation of problems, techniques of gathering data, presentation and interpretation of research.
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SOSC 490 - Capstone Change Project
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SOSC 450 and SOSC 385 and IDST 401
This course is designed to provide students an opportunity to synthesize their critical thinking skills by utilizing social science research methodologies and applying organization development and leadership best practices in the development of a change intervention with an evaluation plan. Students will identify a meaningful challenge or problem they are facing in their organization or community that they would like to solve or make measurable progress towards solving. Students will apply theoretical constructs to concrete applications in their intervention design. Students will be expected to demonstrate research capabilities through preparation of a literature review as part of the intervention design process. Learning outcomes are assessed through the developed intervention, evaluation plan, and presentation of their project. It is highly suggested that students complete this course in their final semester.
This course will utilize a variety of learning strategies, including but not limited to assigned readings, case studies, lectures, research and writing, group discussions, and instructor coaching.
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SOSC 498 - Studies Abroad Workshop
Credit Hours: 1 - 3 variable
Prerequisites: Current passport with expiration date no less than 6 months beyond travel dates required for international travel. F-1 international students will also be required to provide Visa with expiration date no less than 6 months beyond travel dates.
In this course, the student studies the UK, submitting written assignments addressing world culture outcomes; plans and implements 10 days in the UK and writes a reflective journal on personal growth from international travel.
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SOCI 100 - Principles of Sociology
Credit Hours: 3
Sociology is the scientific study of how human beings interact in groups. The course explores relationships between the individual, social institutions, and the larger social structure. The course analyzes general patterns of interactions found across diverse experiences and cultures. Both the ways in which individual lives are shaped by social systems and social institutions as well as the ways that individuals in turn can influence the larger social structure are considered.
Meets General Education Goal 4: Breadth of Knowledge (Social Science and History).
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SOCI 160 - Social Problems
Credit Hours: 3
Analysis of the major social problems of contemporary man, using the principles and the perspective of sociology. Consideration given to the problems of deviance, poverty, family disorganization, racial tension, human conflict and other social problems.
Meets General Education Goal 4: Breadth of Knowledge (Social Science and History).
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SOCI 215 - Urban Issues, Urban Solutions
Credit Hours: 3
The purpose of this course is to learn to observe and analyze a city to better understand the mission and role of social service and governmental agencies as well as non-profit and religious organizations, and also to learn the perspective of persons and groups who lack wealth, status and power within the society and who experience inequality, discrimination and other injustices.
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SOCI 220 - Urban Sociology
Credit Hours: 3
Growth and structure of urban communities and social and political organization of cities considered as a background for understanding problems and prospects of urbanism as a way of life.
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SOCI 245 - Racial and Ethnic Relations
Credit Hours: 3
This course explores the background and cultural patterns of various racial, ethnic and other subcultures with the purpose of improving ability to deal with the diversity found in American society.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SOCI 250 - Interpersonal Relations
Credit Hours: 3
(See Psychology)
Meets General Education Goal 3: Communication Skills.
This course is cross-listed with PSYC 250
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SOCI 260 - Cultural Anthropology
Credit Hours: 3
Examines the variability of culture among the peoples of the world, cultural adaptation and cultural change. Includes study of diversity within social institutions, cultural relativism and ethnocentrism.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SOCI 265 - Self and Social Interaction
Credit Hours: 3
Students will gain an understanding of human social conduct - examining development of self and how the individual functions and changes within social structures over time. Areas of emphasis include development of self and identity, relationship between attitudes and behaviors, social roles, processes and contexts of socialization, social movement and collective behavior, social problems and interventions.
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SOCI 322 - U.S. Women’s History/Literature (Multicultural)
Credit Hours: 3
An inquiry into the experiences of U.S. Women from the mid-19th century to the end of the 20th century. Women and work, reform movements, wars, the West, suffrage, education, health care, professions and racism are topics of study using autobiographies, novels, films and monographs by leading American women such as Rebecca Harding Davis, Frances Harper, Willa Cather, Katherine Porter, Tillie Olson, Zora Neale Hurston, Kate Chopin, Charlotte Gilman, Paule Marshall, Gertrude Stein, Toni Morrison, Amy Tan and Leslie Silko.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
This course is cross-listed with HIST 322 & ENGL 322
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SOCI 332 - Marriage, Family, and Diversity
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: COMP 201
This course will explore marriages and families as social constructs as well as the way marriages and families are defined in a vast and changing society. The course will help the student to explore relational and functional dimensions of the marriage and of the family. This course will also explore cultural, structural, and financial variations of diverse families including but not limited to African American families, Hispanic families, divorced and/or single parent families, blended families, and the aging family.
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SOCI 335 - Social Inequality
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines the differences across social groups in access to power and economic resources, with particular focus on class and gender inequality. The course studies the fundamental sources of inequality as well as the consequences that arise from life in different parts of the inequality structure. Students will be expected to take a critical look at how inequality issues affect their lives, their families, and the community around them.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SOCI 440 - Contemporary Social Theory
Credit Hours: 3
The nature and growth of sociological theory with emphasis on contemporary American sociological theory and its applications. Includes an examination of major currents in European and American thought making significant contributions to sociological theory.
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SOCI 480 - Selected Topics in Sociology
Credit Hours: 3
Various topics in sociology reflecting the interest and expertise of the faculty and representing areas not covered in other courses. May be repeated with change of content. (Examples: Contemporary Lifestyles, Alcoholism and Alcohol Problems, Human Sexuality, Social Movements)
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SOCI 494 - Internship
Credit Hours: 3
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SPAL 351 - Latin America Today
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 303
This course provides an overview of the social, political, economic and cultural issues impacting Latin America in the present including an exploration of Latin American identities. Most often, the course focuses on one Latin American nation and is required for students who plan to study aboard in that country.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SPAL 352 - Spain Today
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 303
This course explores post-dictatorial Spain in is transition to democracy and provides an overview of social, political, economic and cultural issues impacting Spain in the present including a discussion of the important differences between regional identities. This course is required for students who plan to study abroad in Spain.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SPAL 353 - Mayan Culture
Credit Hours: 3
Study of dynamic and complex aspects of the pre-Columbian and contemporary Mayan Culture. The focus will be on Cultural topics (history, politics, literature, art, architecture, geography and music) as well as cultural aspects (i.e. mores and behaviors).
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SPAL 354 - Mexican American Culture
Credit Hours: 3
A survey course in the history and culture of Mexican American beginning with the influence of indigenous cultures of Mexico, the Spanish conquest, subsequent colonialism, the struggle to establish a democracy, and the Mexican revolution in encouraging the diaspora to the United States. The status of Mexican Americans today will be focused on class and race issues as well as cultural matters (music, literature, art, cuisine) concerning creativity and mores of Mexican Americans. This course, which meets the General Education requirement for World Culture, is an option for Spanish majors in the Culture category and for Hispanic students who wish to become more acquainted with their history and culture.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SPAL 420 - Peninsular Literature I
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 310
This course focuses on the literature of Spain from the medieval period through the Baroque.
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SPAL 421 - Peninsular Literature II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 310
This course focuses on the literature of Spain from Neo-Classical period through the contemporary.
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SPAL 430 - Spanish-American Literature I
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 310
This course focuses on Spanish-American literature from the pre-Columbian period through the colonial period.
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SPAL 431 - Spanish-American Literature II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 310
This course focuses on Spanish-American literature from the wars of independence and the establishment of national identities through the revolutionary and post-revolutionary periods.
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SPAL 470 - Contemporary Hispanic Literature
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 310
Reading and writing course which critically examines significant contemporary literature and films of major Latin America and Spain.
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SPAN 101 - Beginning Spanish I
Credit Hours: 4
This course focuses on the acquisition of four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis is also placed upon developing an understanding of Hispanic culture. (Laboratory required. Beginning Spanish 1 is a course for beginners who have completed one year of high school Spanish or less.)
Laboratory required. Beginning Spanish 1 is a course for beginners who have completed one year of high school Spanish or less.
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SPAN 102 - Beginning Spanish II
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: SPAN 101 or equivalent
This course focuses on the acquisition of four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis is also placed upon developing an understanding of Hispanic culture. Laboratory required.
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SPAN 107 - Elementary Spanish I Conversation
Credit Hours: 0
Prerequisites: SPAN 111 with a final grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment required
This course is designed to reinforce and elaborate on the verbal skills taught in Elementary Spanish I. Students will focus on authentic pronunciation and verbal fluency. Cultural information relating to specific verbal trends or useful regional slang will be integrated as appropriate.
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SPAN 108 - Elementary Spanish II Conversation
Credit Hours: 0
Prerequisites: SPAN 111 with final grade of ‘C’ or higher and SPAN 112 concurrent enrollment or completed with final grade of ‘C’ or higher.
This course is designed to reinforce and elaborate on the verbal skills taught in Elementary Spanish II with longer and more detailed dialogs. Students will focus on authentic pronunciation and verbal fluency. Cultural information relating to specific verbal trends or useful regional slang will be integrated as appropriate.
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SPAN 109 - Elementary Spanish III Conversation
Credit Hours: 0
Prerequisites: SPAN 112 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher, concurrent enrollment in SPAN 113 or completion with a grade of ‘C’ or higher
This is a course focused on verbal fluency that reinforces and elaborates on the skills and vocabulary taught in Elementary Spanish III. Students will focus on authentic pronunciation and verbal fluency. Cultural information will be integrated into lessons as appropriate.
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SPAN 110 - Elementary Spanish IV Conversation
Credit Hours: 0
Prerequisites: SPAN 113 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher, concurrent enrollment in SPAN 114 or completion with a grade of ‘C’ or better
In this course students will focus on verbal skills relating to the vocabulary learned in Elementary Spanish IV. Structured and novel dialogs will emphasize verbal fluency and pronunciation as well as correct grammar usage. Cultural information will be integrated into lessons as appropriate.
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SPAN 111 - Elementary Spanish I
Credit Hours: 2
This course will offer an introduction to the Spanish language and culture. Students will be involved in listening, speaking and writing the target language through both structured and novel language production activities and assessments. Basic outcomes include the ability to: tell time, use time appropriate greetings, ask and give personal information, functionally use lower numbers and colors; understand basic grammar concepts, such as gender and number, and understand cultural information presented.
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SPAN 112 - Elementary Spanish II
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: SPAN 111 with final grade of ‘C’ or better
This course reinforces and builds upon the skills taught in Elementary Spanish I. Activities will address verbal, auditory, and written skills in the target language. Outcomes include the ability to: manipulate a limited number of verbs in the present tense, give detailed descriptions of people and places, use higher numbers, talk about the community, and understand cultural material integrated into text and lessons.
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SPAN 113 - Elementary Spanish III
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: SPAN 112 with a final grade of ‘C’ or higher
In this course students will build on the skills taught in Elementary Spanish I and II as well as introduce new objectives including: describe daily routines, reinforce the difference between the uses of the verbs ser and estar, extended use of the present tense, discuss plans, desires and obligations, understand cultural material integrated into text and lessons.
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SPAN 114 - Elementary Spanish IV
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: SPAN 113 with a final grade of ‘C’ or higher
This course builds upon the knowledge and skills from Elementary Spanish I-III. Activities and lessons will focus on verbal, written, and writing skills. Cultural information will be integrated throughout the course. Target language objectives include: household activities, comparisons, introduction to the past tense, appropriate use of pronouns, dialogs relating to foods.
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SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: SPAN 102 or equivalent
This course continues the development of the four basic language skills: listing, speaking, reading and writing. Grammatical structures, speaking proficiency and cultural competency and emphasized.
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SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: SPAN 201 or equivalent.
This course continues the development of four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Grammatical structures, speaking proficiency and cultural competency are emphasized.
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SPAN 303 - Intermediate Spanish Reading and Writing
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 202 or equivalent
This course will focus on developing reading and writing skills in Spanish at the intermediate level. Students will read authentic Spanish language texts and develop writing skills in: summary, description narrative, exposition and argument while focusing on punctuation, spelling, indicative and subjunctive modes, and use of ser and estar.
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SPAN 304 - Intermediate Spanish Grammar
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 202 or equivalent
This course reviews the indicative mode and explores topics such as direct and indirect object pronouns, differences between ser and estar, reflexives, reverse construction verbs like gustar and verbal periphrasis.
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SPAN 305 - Intermediate Spanish Conversation I
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 202 or equivalent
This course focuses on developing conversational proficiency in Spanishto the Intermediate Low or Intermediate Mid level with emphasis on detail, accuracy, fluency, ease, grammatical correctness, and expression of concrete ideas in uncomplicated, straightforward social situations. Communication concerns basic techniques, personal information, immediate social needs, simple information. Students recombine, reformulate, and self-correct. Volunteer interaction with Hispanic community required. May be taken abroad.
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SPAN 306 - Intermediate Spanish Conversation II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 305 or equivalent
This course focuses on developing conversational proficiency in Spanish to the Intermediate High or Advanced Low level with an emphasis on increasing detain, accuracy, fluency, ease, grammatical correctness, and expression of concrete ideas in informal settings. Students basically narrate and describe in major time frames using circumlocution and rephrasing in uncomplicated social situations or with simple tasks, code-switching, gaps, and literal translations. volunteer interaction with Hispanic community required. May be taken abroad.
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SPAN 310 - Advanced Spanish Composition
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 303 or departmental approval
This course focuses on developing reading and writing skills in Spanish at the advanced level. Students will read and analyze authentic Spanish language texts in order to develop skills in analytical and argumentative writing.
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SPAN 321 - Spanish Linguistics
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 202 or departmental approval.
This course focuses on improving pronunciation by lessening interference of first language sound patterns. Topics include phonology, phonics, lexicology, morphology, syntax and philology.
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SPAN 325 - Advanced Spanish Grammar
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 304 or equivalent
This course explores the complex sentence and topics such as the subjunctive, conditional and imperative modes, reported speech and the passive voice.
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SPAN 461 - Introduction to Spanish Translation
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 304 and SPAN 310
This course provides an advanced-level exploration of the key grammatical differences between the English and Spanish as well as a discussion of important cultural differences that impact the translation of ideas and texts. Students who take this course learn about the profession of translation as the hone the skills they need to use their Spanish in professional settings; they learn about the profession of translation and further the process of certification as professional translators. Volunteer Community project or internship required.
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SPAN 471 - Advanced Spanish Conversation I
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 306 or equivalent
Focus on developing conversational proficiency in Spanish to the Advanced Mid or Advanced High level with an emphasis on increasing detail, accuracy, fluency, ease, grammatical correctness, and expression of concrete and some abstract ideas in informal and some formal settings. Students narrate in all time frames and compensate conversationally by using paraphrasing, circumlocution, rephrasing, narration, and description. Volunteer interaction with Hispanic community required. May be taken abroad.
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SPAN 480 - Advanced Spanish Conversation II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPAN 470 or equivalent
This capstone course focuses on developing conversational proficiency in Spanish to the Advanced High or Superiorlevel with an emphasis on increasing fluidity, grammatical correctness and expression of complex ideas in formal and informal settings. Students explain opinions, support their points of view, and develop hypotheses coherently while exploring alternative in extended discourse without hesitation or basic structure errors. Students use successfully intonational, syntactical, lexical, and discourse strategies. Volunteer Community or internship required. May be taken abroad.
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SPAN 498 - Studies Abroad Workshop: La Salle University
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Current passport with expiration date no less than 6 months beyond travel dates required for international travel. F-1 international students will also be required to provide Visa with expiration date no less than 6 months beyond travel dates.
The course prepares students for coursework at La Salle University through an overview of Mayan History and Advanced Spanish Conversation. A short paper on the Post Classical Mayan period is required. Also included are indepth discussions of appropriate behavior for living in a Mexican family and in a foreign culture. Details concerning, airfare, scholarships, schedules and travel are covered.
Prerequisite for study abroad at La Salle University.
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SPCH 100 - Public Speaking
Credit Hours: 3
Designed to help the student to speak effectively in public. The student studies models and presents several kinds of speeches. Major concentration on the essentials of effective speaking through bodily behavior on the platform and techniques for improving the speaking voice.
Meets General Education Goal 3: Communication Skills.
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SPCH 110 - Forensics and Debate
Credit Hours: 3
An applied course that assists students to select, prepare and practice materials for forensic tournament competition. Attention is given to tournament regulations and actual participation according to rules and standards.
Weekend trips to selected tournaments are required.
Fall Even Numbered Years
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SPCH 111 - Public Speaking for College and Career
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to help students speak effectively in public. Studies include various models and several types of speeches. Major concentration is on the essentials of effective speaking and quality platform speaking techniques. Students will also attend speeches throughout the community.
Meets General Education Goal 3: Communication Skills.
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SPCH 270 - Oral Persuasion
Credit Hours: 3
Aimed at refining oral communication skills and leadership qualities. This course assists students in preparing effective messages by developing meaningful analysis, clear communication and persuasive presentation of themselves and their ideas. Practical attention will be given to the various means of oral persuasion that include verbal and nonverbal skills. Includes history and rhetorical analysis of famous speeches, argumentation and debate, deliberative and inspirational speaking.
Spring Odd Numbered Years
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SPCH 320 - Text and Performance
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ENGL 210 or 220.
A course that emphasizes oral performance as a means of studying literary works. Performance offers the student an integrative approach to understanding literature by revealing and demonstrating its various aspects, e.g., persona, narrative voice, imagery and poetic structure. Attention is given to dramatic analysis of the works performed.
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TEAC 520 - 21st Century Learner
Credit Hours: 3
Examines current research related to student learning. Focuses on research-based teaching practices addressing the needs of all students and demonstration of professional dispositions.
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TEAC 522 - Assessment for Learning
Credit Hours: 3
Focuses on the development of skills in using assessment information to make appropriate educational decisions for learning. Included are the examination of assessment as a multifaceted process and utilization of formative and summative assessment strategies to guide classroom instruction and promote effective student learning.
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TEAC 525 - Action Research for Teachers
Credit Hours: 3
Focuses on design and implementation of an action research project incorporating appropriate adaptations to meet student’s diverse cognitive and social needs.
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TEAC 535 - Advanced Curriculum Design
Credit Hours: 3
Focuses on designing and evaluating aligned curricula that will use multiple learning and assessment methods. Emphasis on adaptation to meet the needs of ESOL and inclusion students.
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TEAC 545 - Technology for Educators
Credit Hours: 3
Focuses on design, development, and implementation of technology-based instruction to enhance student learning. Course portfolio will illustrate.
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TEAC 556 - Teacher Leadership
Credit Hours: 3
Focuses on encouragement of the teacher as researcher and leader in collaboration with community and school personnel to effect positive systematic change.
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ZOSC 110 - Zoo Immersion
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: Declared Zoo Science Major
This course will offer a semester of exploration into one or more Zoo keeping topic(s) which may vary from year to year. Depending upon the semester topic, Instruction may include travel to zoos outside of the Wichita area to meet with zookeepers, hands-on time working with power tools, time spent volunteering in a department of the Sedgwick County Zoo, in-depth investigations of zoo administration, oversight, and accreditation, etc. Non-animal elective.
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ZOSC 120 - Zookeeping Techniques & Lab
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Declared Zoo Science Major
This course provides an overview of the policies, procedures, and methods employed in the “best practices” of caring for wild animals in a captive setting. Students will learn about the rules pertaining to keeper safety and animal safety, and gain hands-on experience with tools and equipment used by zookeepers in many areas of the zoo. This foundational course will also prepare students for further course work in Zoo Science by introducing topics that will be revisited in greater detail in later courses.
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ZOSC 210 - Zoo Science
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: BIOL 101 with a grade of C or better
This course is a primer on the history of zoos and the changing role of the zoo in today’s world. Zoo research, education and conservation will all be discussed using concrete examples from successful zoos. Special emphasis will be given to the roles of captive breeding and research as they relate to conservation. Sedgwick County Zoo staff members will also present sessions highlighting the various occupations in the modern zoo.
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ZOSC 211 - Zoo Horticulture
Credit Hours: 2
This course focuses on the science of growing and maintaining plants in a zoo setting. Course delivery will include both classroom instruction and hands-on experiences in and around exhibit spaces at the Sedgwick County Zoo. Topics include landscape design, potential plant toxicity issues for zoo animals, management of irrigation systems, and arboriculture. Non-animal elective.
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ZOSC 212 - Zoo Exhibit and Interpretation Design
Credit Hours: 2
This course provides an overview of modern zoo exhibit design focusing on the needs of zoo animals, zookeepers, and zoo visitors. In addition, students will learn about the development and implementation of informational graphics used around zoo exhibits. Course delivery will include traditional classroom instruction and on-site examinations of zoo exhibits and their interpretive graphics at the Sedgwick County Zoo. Non-animal elective.
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ZOSC 220 - Zoo Operations
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: ZOSC 210 with grade of C or better; Zoo Science majors only
An examination of zoo operations other than the direct care of animals. Topics covered will include horticulture/landscaping, production of graphics, maintenance, and guest services.
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ZOSC 310 - Introduction to Zoo Animal Health
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: BIOL 101 with grade of C or better; ZOSC 120; BIOL 320 with grade of B or better
Covers the fundamentals of animal health and veterinary medicine as they apply to exotic animals. Topics include infectious diseases, pharmacology, surgery, anesthesia and preventive medicine.
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ZOSC 312 - Zoo Animal Behavior
Credit Hours: 2
Students in this course will develop an animal behavior observation plan and implement that plan to record data on patterns of activity. Instruction will focus on the underlying principles of animal behavior, and students will devote time in and out of class observing animals to construct an ethogram that meets the standards of AZA (the Association of Zoos and Aquariums). Animal elective.
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ZOSC 320 - Zoo Animal Training and Enrichment
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: ZOSC 120 and ZOSC 210 with final grade of ‘B’ or better
Students will acquire the skill set necessary to creatively approach issues of captive animal management through the practical application of training and enrichment. Students will be challenged to think creatively and critically about animal behavior needs and problems, apply their knowledge by designing and executing training and enrichment plans, and address hypothetical behavioral issues and evaluate solutions utilizing training and enrichment.
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ZOSC 341 - Management of Zoo Mammals
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: ZOSC 120; ZOSC 210 and BIOL 320 with grade of B or better; declared Zoo Science major
An overview of mammalian biology and taxonomy, and in-depth coverage of the techniques involved in the safe management of wild mammals in captivity.
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ZOSC 342 - Management of Zoo Birds
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: ZOSC 120; ZOSC 210 and BIOL 320 with grade of B or better; Declared Zoo Science majors
An overview of avian biology and taxonomy, and in-depth coverage of the techniques involved in the safe management of wild birds in captivity.
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ZOSC 343 - Management of Zoo Amphibians and Reptiles
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: ZOSC 120; ZOSC 210 and BIOL 320 with grade of B or better; declared Zoo Science major
An overview of the biology and taxonomy of amphibians and reptiles, and in-depth coverage of the techniques involved in the safe management of these animals in captivity.
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ZOSC 380 - Principles of Wildlife Interpretation
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: ZOSC 341, 342 or 343 with final grade of ‘C’ or better.
An experiential course in which students learn techniques used in public speaking and development of educational materials for the purpose of educating zoo visitors about animals and their habitats. Students are required to provide interpretive outreach to zoo guests on at least one Saturday during the semester.
Limited to Zoo Science majors.
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ZOSC 494 - Zoo Practicum
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: CGPA of 3.0 and final grade of ‘B’ or better in ZOSC 210 and final grade of ‘B’ or better in one management course in the animal area where the practicum is to take place: ZOSC 341, ZOSC 342, or ZOSC 343 and ZOSC 120
An out-of- lass experience in which the student spends the semester (2 credit-hours per semester) working as an assistant keeper in one animal area. At least 8 hours of clock time per week is required at the job site, with the schedule to be determined in consultation with zoo staff. Two semesters are required (4 credit-hours pass/fail total) and a student cannot spend both semesters in the same zoo area. Limited to Zoo Science majors.
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ZOSC 495 - Zoological Internship
Credit Hours: 1 - 3 variable
Prerequisites: ZOSC 210
This Internship is meant for Zoo Science majors who travel to zoos or other captive animal facilities and spend significant time working with one or more supervisors gaining experience at the facility. Students must spend a minimum of 60 hours undertaking supervised tasks for each credit hour of enrolled internship. Students will contract with a supervisor as to the activities required and number of hours devoted to each activity.
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