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AC 214 - Federal Income Taxation II
Federal taxation of corporations, partnerships and Subchapter S corporations are covered in this course and basic tax returns will be prepared for each entity. Additionally, business depreciation is covered and the basic tax planning concepts for a business are reviewed.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): AC 213 .
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AC 215 - Accounting Information Systems
Examines typical business processes, including Sales/Accounts Receivable/Collections and Purchases/Accounts Payable/Payment. Objectives and procedures of internal control, business documents and reports as well as proper system documentation through flow-charts and other techniques will be examined. Hands-on experience will provide exposure to a Computer Based Accounting Information System. Requires computer work in class. If the class is not scheduled to meet in a computer lab, students will be expected to bring a laptop or other computer that can run Excel and download software intended for use in a PC.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): AC 111 .
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AC 311 - Advanced Accounting
This course reviews accounting for higher level accounting issues such as purchases of a business and business consolidations including the determination of goodwill and testing for goodwill impairment. Accounting for international operations and hedging strategies are reviewed as well as partnership accounting. Recent developments in reporting issues, including convergence of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and International Financial Reporting Standards will be covered.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): AC 212
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AC 313 - Auditing
Auditing introduces the student to the role of the auditor in a specialized area of accounting known as “auditing.” During the semester, auditing philosophy and theory related to the examination of financial statements and internal control are studied. Auditing standards, objectives, and procedures developed by the accounting profession, as well as the legal and ethical responsibilities of the independent auditor, are discussed.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): AC 212 or Instructor’s permission.
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AC 411 - Special Topics: Accounting
Four credits.
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BU 103 - Personal Finance for Non Business Majors
A comprehensive overview of the financial facts of everyday life. The course is designed to provide students with the ability to make good financial decisions throughout their lives. The course covers topics including but not limited to budgeting, taxes, home and car buying, mortgages, insurances (home, car, health and life) as well as stocks, bonds and mutual funds. Illustrative financial documents are reviewed and the many alternatives in each key coverage area are considered. Juniors and Seniors Only
Two credits
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BU 121 - Business Statistics
The study of measures of central tendency, measures of variation, probability, estimation, hypothesis testing, chi-square, regression, and correlation. Applications to economics and business are made throughout the course.
Note: Meets Quantitative Reasoning Learning Outcome (QUAN)
Four credits.
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BU 221 - Human Resource Management
Provides an introduction to the theory and practice of human resource management in a business setting. Topics include legal issues in employment, job analysis, recruitment and selection, performance appraisal, and compensation.
Four credits.
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BU 222 - Women and Men in Business
This course focuses on gender issues that arise in the workplace, or in relation to work. Topics covered include occupational segregation, gender stereotypes, sexual harassment, pay equity and comparable worth, and gender differences in communication and decision-making.
Four credits.
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BU 223 - Organizational Behavior
This is a theory oriented course that addresses understanding organizational behavior on three levels: individual, group and macro (organizations or departments). Cases are used to illustrate dilemmas confronted by managers, and there is an emphasis on applying theory to understand and solve organizational problems.
Four credits.
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BU 224 - Management Science
Focuses on the diverse activities required to conduct a business efficiently and effectively. Quantitative techniques used to enhance economic performance are emphasized.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): A course in statistics.
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BU 272 - International Business Management
The objective of the course is to familiarize students with the issues and the environment that impact the international operations of multi-national firms. In addition, basic concepts that are important in understanding how international business works such as modes and strategies of international expansion, cultural and social environment considerations: trade theory, the international monetary system, and other related topics are explored. The managerial viewpoint of global operations is emphasized.
Note: Meets Global Engagement Learning Outcome (GLOB)
Four credits.
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BU 321 - Business Law
The law applicable to everyday business transactions, including contracts, agency, sales, partnerships, corporations, and negotiable instruments.
Four credits.
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BU 323 - Strategic Management
This is a course in strategic management, which integrates students’ understanding of a number of business disciplines. A computer simulation allows real time decision making in product development, marketing, production and finance. Students work in teams to achieve competitive advantage for their “companies”. Requires computer work in class. If the class is not scheduled to meet in a computer lab, students will be expected to bring a laptop or other computer that can run Excel.
Four credits.
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BU 324 - Business in Developing and Emerging Markets
This course examines the forces underlying the political and economic dynamics in developing and emerging markets. Through an in depth analysis of cultural, political and economic factors, students learn about critical strategic issues and operating challenges in those markets. In addition, students develop perspectives on managerial issues and essential skills for success in developing and emerging markets. A field trip component to a developing or emerging market may be offered.
Note: Meets Global Engagement Learning Outcome (GLOB)
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): None
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BU 331 - Marketing Management
This course builds on Principles of Marketing to develop decision making skills through case studies of actual marketing problems. Both qualitative and quantitative analyses will be used to determine the financial, organizational, competitive, and strategic impact of marketing decisions. Problems related to various marketing mix components, types of organizations, and types of products will be included. Students are encouraged to complete FI 261 (Financial Management) before registering for this course but FI 261 is not a formal pre-requisite for BU331.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): MK 231
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BU 335 - International Human Resource Management
This course examines and explores key issues in the field of International Human Resource Management (IHRM) that are critical to the successful utilization of a multicultural workforce. In addition, cross-cultural management concepts are incorporated in the course through performance management and cross-cultural negotiation applications. Strategic IHRM, global talent acquisition and mobility, global compensation and benefits, international training and development and industrial relations in Europe, Latin America and Asia are also explored. Special focus is given to current international human resource management practices related to expatriates/in-patriates and third-country nationals.
Four credits.
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BU 400 - Independent Study
Four credits.
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BU 420 - Special Topics in Business
Topics will be selected by the department’s faculty.
Two credits.
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BU 421 - Special Topics: Business
Within a seminar format, an in-depth examination of an issue of current interest within the business environment. Topics will be selected by the department’s faculty.
Four credits.
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BU 480 - Internship (2 credits)
Students are placed in a field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Center for Experiential Learning. Hours for internship are 6 hours per week.
Two credits.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the coordinator.
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BU 481 - Internship (4 credits)
Students are placed in a field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Center for Experiential Learning. Hours for internship are between 10 hours per week.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the coordinator.
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BU 485 - Internship (8 credits)
Students are placed in a field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Center for Experiential Learning. Hours for internship are between 24 hours per week.
Eight credits.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the coordinator.
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BU 491 - Internship (12 credits)
Students are placed in a field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Center for Experiential Learning. Hours for internship are 32 hours per week.
Twelve credits.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the coordinator.
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BU 495 - Internship (16 credits)
Students are placed in a field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Center for Experiential Learning. Hours for internship are 40 hours per week.
Sixteen credits.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the coordinator.
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EC 141 - Principles of Economics: Micro
Examines the concept of the firm and the way it operates in the economy. Topics such as price determination, resource allocation, costs, market structure and the role of government in markets are examined.
Note: Meets Social Scientific Awareness Learning Outcome (SOC)
Four credits.
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EC 142 - Principles of Economics: Macro
Designed to give the student a basic understanding of the national economy through a study of economic theory. Topics include unemployment, inflation, economic growth, the business cycle, and government stabilization policy.
Note: Meets Social Scientific Awareness Learning Outcome (SOC)
Four credits.
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EC 241 - Intermediate Macroeconomic Analysis
Presents a theoretical and empirical analysis of aggregate income, employment, growth and fluctuations The instruments of monetary and fiscal policy and their effect on the economy are discussed.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): EC 142 .
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EC 242 - Intermediate Microeconomic Analysis
This course presents the economic theory of demand, production and supply for different markets, in partial and general equilibrium. Economic models of consumer and business behavior are developed. Various current business strategies and government policies are then examined as applications of these models.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): EC 141 .
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EC 243 - Money and Banking
This course examines the financial system by exploring the function of banks and other financial institutions in the determination of money in the economy. Particular attention is paid to the behavior of interest rates, government regulation of the financial system,and the conduct of monetary policy.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): EC 142 .
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EC 244 - Economics of Industrial Organization
This course provides an economic analysis of US industries by examining their market structures, conduct and performance. Various business strategies available within oligopoly and monopoly markets are evaluated within a framework of two competing schools of thought. Public policy regarding monopoly and oligopoly is examined through several case studies.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): EC 141 .
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EC 245 - Labor Economics
This course adds to students’ knowledge of principles of microeconomic theory and applies this theory to labor markets. A significant part of the course will be spent analyzing public policy issues regarding the workplace. Examples of topics covered are: the decision to work; the firm’s mix of workers and hours; the minimum wage; discrimination; education and training decisions; labor unions; immigration; and unemployment.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): EC 141 .
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EC 247 - International Economics
Studies the theoretical and policy determinations of international trade flows, balance of payments, exchange rate adjustments and capital flows. Examines the institutional structures which integrate and accommodate trade and payment flows in world economy.
Note: Meets Global Engagement Learning Outcome (GLOB)
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): EC 141 , EC 142 .
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EC 250 - Environmental Economics
Microeconomics is applied to problems of the environment. The impact of incentives, externalities, public good and property rights on pollution are studied. Cost-benefit analysis is applied to real world problems in cases where the benefits and/or costs may be very difficult to measure Current environmental laws and policies in the US are examined along with their effects. Global issues are discussed, including climate change and the tension between development and the environment in developing countries.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): EC 141 .
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EC 325 - Bubbles and Crises: A History of Financial Crises
This course explores the theoretical foundations of financial crises by examining the typical cycle of mania, panic and crisis. Financial crises and asset bubbles will be reviewed from a historical point of view by empirically examining and comparing financial crises throughout time. Throughout the course attention will be paid to the development of financial crises and the possibility of detecting and avoiding future crises. Cross-listed as FI 325
Four credits
Prerequisite(s): EC 243
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EC 341 - Seminar in Economics
Current topics in the field of economics are discussed using the case-study approach.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): EC 141 , EC 142 .
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EC 342 - Econometrics
Introduction to the field of econometrics as a means of testing economic theories and providing quantitative estimates of the magnitudes of relationships among variables. Emphasis is on regression analysis using Ordinary Least Squares and other techniques when OLS cannot be used.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BU 121 , EC 141 , EC 142 .
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EC 344 - Sports Economics
Applies economic tools to study the field of sports. Topics include the organization of sports leagues, profit maximization, the application of antitrust to sports, competitive balance, labor relations, gender and racial discrimination, and the economic impact of sports on cities and states.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): EC 141 .
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EC 345 - Economics of the Great Depression
Gives the students a background to understand the Great Depression. Explains what actually happened vs. the conflicting narratives presented by modern competing economic theories.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): EC 141 , EC 142 .
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EC 441 - Special Topics: Economics
This course offers, in a seminar format, the careful examination of a current topic of interest in the field of Economics. The topic will vary across semesters, but may include areas in Micro and Macroeconomics as well as History of Economic Thought.
Four credits.
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FI 261 - Financial Management
An analysis of the financial decision-making processes of the firm. Topics include the time value of money, risk return analysis, cash flow analysis, investment decision-making, the cost of capital, optimum capital structure, and dividend theory. Requires computer work in class. If the class is not scheduled to meet in a computer lab, students will be expected to bring a laptop or other computer that can run Excel.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): AC 111 , BU 121 .
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FI 262 - Investments
Introduction to various types of securities from the viewpoint of the investor, including the investment process, sources of information, and investment strategies.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): AC 111 .
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FI 325 - Bubbles and Crises: A History of Financial Crises
This course explores the theoretical foundations of financial crises by examining the typical cycle of mania, panic and crisis. Financial crises and asset bubbles will be reviewed from a historical point of view by empirically examining and comparing financial crises throughout time. Throughout the course attention will be paid to the development of financial crises and the possibility of detecting and avoiding future crises. Cross-listed as EC 325
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): EC 243
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FI 342 - Econometrics
Introduction to the field of econometrics as a means of testing economic theories and providing quantitative estimates of the magnitudes of relationships among variables. Emphasis is on regression analysis using Ordinary Least Squares and other techniques when OLS cannot be used.
Four credits.
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FI 361 - Financial Management II
An expansion of the topics covered in Financial Management. In addition to treating the concepts of cost of capital, optimum capital structure and capital budgeting, the topics of convertible securities, leasing, mergers, and reorganizations are considered. Requires computer work in class. If the class is not scheduled to meet in a computer lab, students will be expected to bring a laptop or other computer that can run Excel.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): FI 261 .
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FI 362 - Portfolio Analysis
An expansion of the topic covered in Investments. Topics covered include: valuation principles, analysis and management of bonds, analysis of stocks, and portfolio theory. Requires computer work in class. If the class is not scheduled to meet in a computer lab, students will be expected to bring a laptop or other computer that can run Excel.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): FI 262 .
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FI 363 - International Financial Management
This course introduces the student to the theory of International Financial Management. Topics covered include: international monetary relationships and balance of payments, hedging and options, international capital budgeting and foreign investing, and international capital markets.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): EC 141 , EC 142 and FI 261
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FI 364 - Investment Theories and Practices
This course provides a rigorous treatment of numerous theories and best practices for investment management. More specifically, this course discusses the three main theories of investment management to include: (a) fundamental investment analysis, (b) technical investment analysis, and (c) efficient market investment theory. Further, a significant portion of the course focuses on the ethics of money management.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): FI 262
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FI 461 - Special Topics: Finance
Within a seminar format, an in-depth examination of an issue of current interest within the finance environment. Topics will be selected by the department’s faculty.
Four credits.
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MK 231 - Principles of Marketing
Introduction to the role of marketing within an organization. Topics include identifying and defining markets, basic elements of marketing programs, building customer relationships, and the effect of environmental factors on marketing. Marketing applications in domestic and international, profit and not-for-profit, industrial and consumer markets, small and large organizations, and physical goods and services contexts will be included.
Four credits.
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MK 232 - Integrated Marketing Communications
Investigation of the methods used by organizations to create dialogue with various constituencies to create long-term, mutually beneficial relationships. Emphasizes maximizing communication impact in an ethical, socially responsible fashion by conveying consistent reinforcing messages using combinations of one- and two-way methods of communication.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): MK 231
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MK 233 - Consumer Behavior
Examines how/why consumers acquire, use, and dispose of goods and services and the implications of these behaviors for marketing. The course is built on a conceptual foundation of cognitive psychology, learning theory, sociology, literary criticism, communication, and cultural anthropology.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): MK 231
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MK 332 - Marketing Research
Introduction to the marketing research process, research design, and methods used to obtain, analyze, and interpret information needed for making marketing decisions. Class projects will provide experience in sampling, methods for collecting and analyzing data (including Internet techniques), and evaluating/reporting findings.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BU 121 , MK 231 .
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MK 333 - International Marketing
The course analyzes the fundamentals of marketing across national boundaries as well as provides an analytical framework for the development and implementation of global marketing programs. Key concepts and management decisions connected with the global marketing process are examined.
Note: Meets Global Engagement Learning Outcome (GLOB)
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): MK 231
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MK 421 - Special Topics: Marketing
Within a seminar format, an in-depth examination of an issue of current interest within the marketing environment. Topics will be selected by the department’s faculty.
Four credits.
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ED 220 - Children’s Literature
This course is an exploration of the aesthetics in children’s literature, including storytelling and the artwork in picture books. The course focuses on analyzing children’s literature for aesthetic quality from a sociocultural lens for instructional purpose and according to characteristics of quality literature. Topics include influential authors, themes and motifs in genres, picture books, novels for young readers, graphic novels, censorship, and literary awards. The course is open to students from all majors. Assignments and content are designed to be adapted to different disciplines and interests. .
Note: Meets Aesthetic and Creative Engagement Learning Outcome (AEST)
Four credits.
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ED 230 - Adolescent Literature
This course is an exploration of the many facets of literature with an emphasis on ways to effectively incorporate adolescent literature in the classroom curriculum. Developing and using a sociocultural lens, students will think critically as they explore such topics as influential authors, educational consultants and experts, considerations for evaluating and selecting literature for the classroom, and themes and motifs in the genre. This course provides an introduction to a balanced reading program, emphasizing selection of text based on instructional purpose.
Four credits.
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ED 240 - Principles of Teaching and Learning
This course outlines the historical, economic, and social foundations of American education. It identifies current issues in education and explores recent efforts in school reform. The course introduces students to lesson plan development, learning theories, classroom management, assessment, and different philosophies of K-12 education. It is required of all students in one of the Teacher Education Programs. Sophomore Early Field Experience (SEFE) is a required 30-hour clinical experience embedded in this course. (Formerly ED 130
Four credits.
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ED 250 - Integrating Art and Creativity into Teaching
A primary goal of this course, which is designed for elementary education majors only, is to support students as they develop the technical vocabulary and skills needed to read and critique various pieces of art within four artistic domains: visual arts, poetry, music, and drama. Students will then use this newly acquired knowledge to create and execute a personal piece of art that includes one or more of the artistic modalities explored in class. A second goal of this course is to provide prospective teachers with an overview of the theory of an integrated arts curriculum for elementary classroom teaching. Students will leave this course with a deeper understanding of themselves as learners, potential artists, and creative thinkers. They will also gain a practical knowledge of how the arts can serve as an epistemological practice that enables students to articulate what they know and what they do not know about a particular subject. (Formerly Fine Arts in the Classroom
Note: Meets Aesthetic and Creative Engagement Learning Outcome (AEST)
Four credits
Prerequisite(s): ED 240
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ED 280 - Integration of Technology in Teaching and Learning
This course focuses on instructional technology and technology-enhanced instructional practices as applied to teaching and learning in a K-12 setting. Preservice teachers will evaluate instructional technologies and instructional design concepts. In addition, students will align instructional technology theory and practice, apply classroom technology solutions, and reflect on the role of instructional technology in the classroom.
Four credits.
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ED 311 - Getting Schooled: The Politics & Promise of American Education
Many Americans understand that education in the United States is fraught with politics. From funding disparities between school districts to teachers’ qualifications; from prayer in schools to teaching the theory of evolution, from high stakes testing to the United States’ performance rankings globally, political and historical perspectives inform how people respond to controversial issues in schools. This class will enable students to build a framework for understanding policy contests in the educational context and develop broad, original, bipartisan policy proposals for reforming education in America.
Note: Meets Citizenship Learning Outcome (CITZ)
Four credits.
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ED 322 - Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity in Education
This course provides an overview of the history of special education, federal and state regulations, classroom management, inclusive education, general characteristics of individuals with disabilities, multi-systems of support, and other current issues that impact teaching and learning. It is required of all students in one of the Teacher Education Programs. A required 30-hour clinical experience is embedded in this course.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): ED 240 .
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ED 340 - Curriculum and Assessment in Teaching
Various theoretical approaches to instruction and assessment will be explored. Curriculum development will focus on the goals and objectives of instruction provided and the goals of instruction. Assessment methods will include classroom assessment and standardized assessments for K-12. Students will develop and share a variety of assessment tools and formats for classroom use. Students will become aware of the wider scope of assessment issues beyond the classroom, including national, state, and local initiatives. Students will understand the impact of these assessments on the teaching and learning process. It is a required course of all students in one of the Teacher Education Programs.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): ED 240 and ED 322 .
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ED 350 - Special Topics
Four credits
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ED 351 - Special Topics: Clinical Capstone: NHTCAP
This course is assessment driven; the primary purpose is to complete and document a full teaching cycle. The full teaching cycle and all requirements for documenting work is encapsulated in the New Hampshire Teacher Candidate Assessment of Performance (hereafter: NHTCAP). For the TCAP, students demonstrate the strategies used to make content accessible to students, explain the thinking underlying teaching decisions, and analyze the strategies used to connect students with content. Effects of instructional design and teaching practices on student learning, with particular attention to students with diverse cultural, language, and socio-economic backgrounds and learning needs will be examined.
Two credits.
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ED 375 - Theory and Methods of Teaching Elementary Reading
This reading methods course is designed to assist students in understanding the reading acquisition process in both theory and practice at the elementary level. It focuses on current, accepted, research-based theoretical models and reviews language arts from historical, political, theoretical, and practical lenses. The course includes review of theoretical models on the processes of literacy and corresponding practical, classroom-based instructional approaches for reading. Students will learn to administer and critique an array of assessments, instructional techniques, and strategies for emergent and developing readings/writers. A required 30-hour clinical experience is an integral part of this course.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): ED 240 and ED 340 .
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ED 380 - Theory and Methods of Teaching Elementary Mathematics
Mathematics methods explores the nature of learning and teaching mathematics with an emphasis on developing student understanding through eliciting student thinking and clinical experience in an urban elementary school. Throughout the course, students develop an understanding of mathematical concepts and teaching approaches to further improve their capability and competency in teaching mathematics. Student examine case studies, plan lessons focused on student thinking, and rehearse mathematics teaching.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): ED 240 and ED 340 or students may obtain permission from the instructor.
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ED 390 - Methods of Teaching Elementary Social Studies and Science
Methods of Teaching Elementary Social Studies and Science provides an integrative approach to teaching both science and social studies content and practices at the elementary level. This course utilizes a variety of formats and teaching strategies aligned with national standards. Three core teaching practices will be explored and practiced: (1) safety and management of materials, (2) addressing common misconceptions through eliciting student thinking, and (3) data collection/observation of primary sources and construction of evidence-based claims. Lesson planning and teaching are the focus of this course. As such, teaching strategies are modeled, rehearsed, and debriefed through the delivery of course content.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): ED 240 , ED 322 , ED 340 , ED 375 and PY 199
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ED 400 - Independent Study
Four credits.
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ED 430 - Elementary Reading and Mathematics Seminar
This course examines the role of teacher as decision maker and reflective practitioner. Students continue to develop skills with strategies to enhance learning in the various content areas and explore characteristics of being an effective teacher, such as classroom management. Current issues and trends including a standards-based curriculum in elementary reading and mathematics instruction will be explored. Prerequisites include completion of all content requirements, core college requirements, and Teacher Education certification requirements. It is expected that this course will be taken concurrently with ED432 and ED490. (Formerly Methods of Teaching Elementary Reading and Mathematics
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): ED 240 , ED 322 , ED 340 , ED 375 , ED 380 .
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ED 432 - Clinical Capstone: Supervised Student Teaching
Clinical Capstone: Supervised Student Teaching (12 credits) is a full-time teaching/clinical experience (for a minimum of 13 to 15 weeks) in a local elementary, intermediate, middle, or high school. The primary focus is a gradual introduction to teaching, as students work collaboratively with a mentor teacher through a progression of experiences-from observation, to participation, to teaching. Within the Clinical Capstone course, students are expected to apply theories, pedagogy, and critical thinking skills. Prerequisites include completion of all content and teacher education certification requirements and a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.50. It is expected that this course will be taken concurrently with a methods course in students’ content/grade level area. Clinical Capstone: Supervised Student Teaching is open only to seniors pursuing certification. Students will, in the semester prior to the Clinical Capstone, complete a 20-hour bridge clinical placement. The Clinical Capstone: Supervised Student Teaching experience is evaluated by a mark of high pass, pass, low pass or fail.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): ED 240 , ED 322 , ED 340 .
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ED 440 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Content: English
Four credits.
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ED 440-445 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Content
The content methods courses (ED 440-445) emphasize best practices of teaching specific content (e.g., English, math, social studies, world languages, etc.) at the middle and high school levels. This course will be taken concurrently with ED 432-Clinical Capstone: Supervised Student Teaching and is open only to seniors pursuing secondary certification. The methods classes are evaluated by a mark of high pass, pass, low pass or fail. Depending upon students’ content major, students may select from the following course offerings:
Four credits.
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ED 441 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Content: Modern Languages
Four credits.
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ED 442 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Content: Science
Four credits.
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ED 443 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Content: Social Studies
Four credits.
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ED 444 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Content: Mathematics
Four credits.
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ED 445 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Content: Latin
Four credits.
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ED 446 - Methods of Teaching ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages)
This course emphasizes best practices of teaching English Language Learners at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. It is expected that this course will be taken concurrently with ED 481: Internship. It is only open to seniors pursuing ESOL K-12 certification. It is expected that this course will be taken concurrently with ED 432 . It is only open to seniors pursuing ESOL K-12 certification.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): ED 240 , PY 199 , ED 322 , ED 340 , EN 355 , ED 360
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ED 480 - Internship in Education
The purpose of the internship is to connect theory and practice in a supervised educational setting. It is open to seniors and may be repeated for credit. This course is required for minors without certification and allows for exploration in the field of education.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): ED 240
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ED 481 - Internship in Education (Advanced)
Students wishing to extend their student teaching placement or intern in a specialization take Internship in Education (Advanced).
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): ED 432
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ED 490 - Clinical Capstone: NHTCAP Seminar
This course is assessment driven; the primary purpose is to complete and document a full teaching cycle. The full teaching cycle and all requirements for documenting work are encapsulated in the New Hampshire Teacher Candidate Assessment of Performance (hereafter: NHTCAP). For the TCAP, students demonstrate the strategies used to make content accessible to students, explain the thinking underlying teaching decisions, and analyze the strategies used to connect students with content. Effects of instructional design and teaching practices on student learning, with particular attention to students with diverse cultural, language, and socio-economic backgrounds and learning needs, will be examined.
Two credits.
Prerequisite(s): ED 240 , ED 322 , and ED 340
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CM 110 - Introduction to Human Communication
This course introduces students to the general areas and concentrations of the study of communication relating to everyday communication interactions. Students investigate concepts and basic theories related to a variety of communication contexts, including intrapersonal, interpersonal, group, organizational, mediated, gender and intercultural. This course is designed to be an entry level introduction to the discipline of Communication.
Four credits.
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CM 115 - Introduction to Mediated Communication
This course offers students a survey course in mass and mediated communication. By teaching issues surrounding media literacy, students are encouraged to develop a critical and cultural framework to assess various elements of the media. Specifically, the course traces media history, governmental regulation of the media, media economics and the development of “new media” to understand the impact of the changing nature of mediated communication on politics and culture.
Four credits.
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CM 216 - Principles and Practices of Journalism
This course offers students an introduction to the basic methods and techniques of writing for the print and broadcast media. The student practices clear and concise writing, effective editing, and efficient gathering and organization of news stories.
Note: Meets Citizenship Learning Outcome (CITZ)
Four credits.
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CM 218 - Media Writing
This course offers students an introduction to the skills of writing for various professional communication contexts, such as advertising and public relations, as well as audio-visual storytelling. Students critique the cultural, political, and economic factors that inform the production, use, and potential of media writing.
Four credits.
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CM 221 - Public Speaking
This course stresses building effective speaking skills necessary for professional careers and participation in civic life. Students learn various strategies that are available for assessing and meeting the demands of speaking situations. Assignments include a series of informative, persuasive, and commemorative speeches.
Four credits.
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CM 227 - Speaking in Small Groups
This course explores issues related to the unique communication processes attached to Small Group Communication and Public Speaking. This course will focus on how to communicate effectively in small groups, as well as how to present professional group presentations. Specifically we will discuss small group processes, including leadership, group roles, and conflict mediation. These topics will provide the opportunity for students to critically think about what they offer to the group process as they work with different groups towards various assigned tasks. Finally, this class will require four group presentations that should build students’ public speaking skills, while allowing them to work together to organize persuasive, informative, and ceremonial group presentations. This course will meet the Oral Communication requirement for Communication majors and minors.
Four credits.
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CM 259 - Modes of Film Communication
This course is designed to provide an introduction to the elements of film style and communication through a focus on narrative film. Students registering for this course must also register for Modes of Film Communication Lab
Note: Meets Aesthetic and Creative Engagement Learning Outcome (AEST)
Four credits
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CM 310 - Rhetorical Theory and Criticism
This course focuses on the history and importance of rhetorical tradition from the fifth century B.C. to the present, including the role classical rhetoric has played in the development of modern rhetorical theory. (Formerly EN 210)
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): Students must have Junior or Senior Standing.
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CM 315 - Communication Theory
This course focuses on various theories about the nature and dynamics of human communication. A study of the language base of the discipline will open to an examination of applications in interpersonal, intergroup, mass and media communication situations. (Formerly EN 225)
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): Students must have Junior or Senior Standing.
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CM 318 - Intercultural Communication
This course provides an introduction to intercultural communication, focusing on the importance of diversity in our everyday lives. In order to develop a strong level of cross-cultural competency, this course challenges students to learn about the ways people from different cultural backgrounds communicate based on their worldviews and narratives. It is expected that this comprehensive method of studying intercultural communication will foster an appreciation of the complexity inherent in intercultural interactions. In addition, the learning process should enhance self-reflection, flexibility and sensitivity toward other cultures.
Note: Meets Global Engagement Learning Outcome (GLOB)
Four credits.
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CM 325 - Special Topics in Communication
Sample Topics: Media Criticism, Communication and Popular Music, Gender and Communication.
Four credits.
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CM 330 - Political Communication
This course is designed to introduce students to the central concepts and principles underlying the communicational process in the political arena. Students will be expected to demonstrate mastery of relevant terminology and theory, to recognize the forms and genres of political communication, to provide specific examples of such forms and genres and to critique and evaluate forms of political communication and to manifest their mastery in discussion and written assignments, as well as examinations and quizzes.
Four credits.
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CM 400 - Independent Study
During their course of studies Communication majors may take up to two independent study courses arranged with an individual professor. The proposed independent study must be designed in cooperation with the professor and approved by the Department Chair
Four credits.
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CM 470 - Communication Senior Seminar
Required of all senior Communication majors, this course asks students to integrate the knowledge and skills they have acquired as communication majors. Being mindful of the ethical issues surrounding topics in communication studies, students are expected to develop a capstone project that culminates in both a senior thesis and a presentation of the results of their research.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): CM 310 Rhetorical Theory and Criticism or CM 315 Communication Theory.
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CM 481-482 - Internship
Student-originated internships, supervised by the English Department in areas of communication, public relations and journalism.
Four credits.
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EN 105 - Freshman English
This course develops students’ written communication skills while also emphasizing critical reading and giving students experience in finding, using, and documenting sources for a research paper. In Freshman English, students write multiple essays with different rhetorical purposes. Students write their essays in a series of step that make up the writing process. The course also focuses on written language; students learn to use language clearly and precisely in their writing. They also study the English language narrowly by learning to construct grammatically correct sentences and by becoming more aware of the rhetorical and artistic effects of well-chosen words.
Note: Meets Linguistic Awareness Learning Outcome: Writing Composition (COMP)
Four credits.
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