| PSE 6606 |
Current and Emerging Instructional
Technologies (3) |
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This course focuses on current and emerging
instructional technologies. The emphasis of
this class is on the instructional use of production
software, desktop publishing, graphics,
hypermedia, on-line services, optical
technology, and telecommunications. Prerequisite:
PSE 6605 or permission of instructor. |
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| PSE 6608 |
Curriculum Integration of Technology (3) |
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The purpose of this course is to prepare
students to apply knowledge and competency
in instructional technologies in relation
to curriculum design, diverse models,
and teaching situations at all developmental
levels. Included is evaluation of software,
audio/visual production, and instructional
design using technology as a basis for instruction. |
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| PSE 6612 |
Community Junior College (3) |
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This course covers the rise and development
of the community or junior college in American education, its philosophy and
functions with specific attention to the transfer,
terminal, and community service functions.
Problems of organization, curriculum
construction, staffing and instructional procedures
are stressed. |
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| PSE 6615 |
Social and Philosophical Foundations of
Education (3) |
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This course provides an exploration of societal
structures and problems and their interrelationship
with education. It also provides
an overview of philosophies and educational
theories. |
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| PSE 6642 |
History of Education (3) |
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A consideration of the development of educational
ideas and institutions from ancient
times to the present. Emphasis placed on
Western Europe and the United States. |
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| PSE 6651 |
Comparative Education (3) |
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This course is a comparative in-depth study
of representative school systems in the
world. Particular attention is given to comparison
of merits and issues of the systems
in terms of governance and structure of education
as well as an exploration of the best
educational practice that can be learned from
each. |
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| PSE 6653 |
Educational Evaluation (3) |
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The course presents basic procedures used in
evaluation. A major focus is on planning and
constructing teacher-made tests and non-test
evaluation techniques. Also includes study
of a variety of standardized tests. |
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| PSE 6658 |
Understanding Cultural Diversity (3) |
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The focus of this course is on understanding
culturally different students, the psychological
and sociological factors that influence
the teaching or training. |
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| PSE 6660 |
Trends and Issues in Adult Education (3) |
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This course focuses on current trends in
adult education. It includes a comprehensive
investigation of current issues in adult
education and an examination of how historical
events and ides have influenced those
issues and trends. Special emphasis will be
given to the analysis of trends and issues and
formation of judgments based on supportable
information. |
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| PSE 6665 |
Field Project in Post Secondary Education
(3) |
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This course helps students make connections
between theoretical knowledge and practical
situations. The content of this course is variable,
depending on the individual student’s
interests, present situation, and future plans.
The determination of the content for each
student will be made through collaboration
between the student, the student’s adviser,
and the instructor of the course. Students
may focus on supervised teaching, action
research, or a project with a major field
agency. Prerequisites: This course is open
only to students enrolled in the Masters of
Science in Post Secondary Education program
who have completed 18 hours of
coursework including the research class. |
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| PSE 6670 |
Psychological Foundations of the Adult
Learner (3) |
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An in-depth study of research findings and
psychological concepts related to the nature
of adult learners and learning processes;
principles of motivation, effective instructional
design geared toward adult learners;
and social and cultural influences on adult
learning. Emphasis will be given to the
understanding of critical and variable attributes
of adult learners. |
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| PSE 6680 |
Curriculum Development for Adult Education
(3) |
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A study of concepts, learning theories, materials,
and media related to curriculum and
program development in adult education. |
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| PSE 6691 |
Research Methodology (3) |
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The study and evaluation of research methods
commonly used in the social sciences.
The course will provide information necessary
to understand and apply research processes,
synthesize knowledge and writing,
and plan and organize research problems for
interpretation and application of research
results. Application of these skills in the
form of a written project using the Publication
Manual of the American Psychological
Association (APA) is required. A grade of“B” or better is required. |
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| PSE 6694 |
Special Problems in Adult Education (1-3) |
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The study of problem or problems using
research techniques. Selection of problem to
be approved by student’s adviser and instructor
under whom study is to be made.
Study should contribute to student’s program.
Preparation of scholarly paper or project
required and may involve oral defense. |
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| PSE 6695 |
Thesis (3-6) |
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The thesis must be related to both the students’
concentration area and post secondary
education. Information regarding thesis
guidelines and requirements may be obtained
from the Graduate School office. |
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| PSE 6696, 6697, 6698 |
Practicum in Area Post Secondary
Education (1–3)
Supervised experiences related to instruction
in post secondary education. Emphasis |
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on
application of skills, concepts, and principles
acquired in previous courses. Prerequisite:
Completion of coursework and approval of
adviser is required. |
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| PSE 6699 |
Capstone in Post Secondary Education (3) |
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This course is a culminating experience that
helps students integrate and apply the
knowledge they have gained through their
previous coursework. Emphasis is placed on
challenging students to view the post secondary
educational process from many perspectives.
Students complete field experiences
appropriate to their concentration
areas and analyze case studies drawn from
real-life situations. Students also create a
personal philosophy of post secondary instruction. Prerequisites: This course is open
only to students enrolled in the Master of
Science in Post Secondary Education program.
Students may take this class only
during their last two semesters of coursework |
