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2010-2011 EIU Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EIU Course Descriptions

Generally, courses numbered 1000-1999 are freshman courses; 2000-2999, sophomore courses; 3000-3999, junior courses; 4000-4999, senior courses; and 5000-6999, graduate courses. However, if prerequisites are met, students may enroll according to the following schedule:

 

Class   Courses Numbered
Freshman   1000   2000 a a
Sophomore   1000   2000 3000 a
Junior   1000   2000 3000 4000
Senior   1000   2000 3000 4000/5000-5499b
Graduate       4750-4999c 5000-6999  
  • a – Courses numbered 3000-4999 in chemistry, foreign languages, mathematics, and military science may be taken by students who have prerequisites and permission of the department chairperson.
  • b – Courses numbered 5000-5499 may be taken by students who have a 2.75 GPA and permission of instructor and Dean of the Graduate School.
  • c– Courses numbered 4750-4999 are open to juniors, seniors, and graduate students.

Numbers in parentheses following the course title indicate the number of class hours per week, laboratory or studio hours per week, and credit hours. For example (3-0-3) indicates three hours of classroom work each week, no laboratory hours, and three semester hours credit. Students enrolled in courses whose meeting times are noted as “arranged” (Arr.) should contact the instructor by the beginning of the semester. Unless indicated as below, courses are offered every term. Offering times indicated are: Su – Summer Term; F – Fall Semester; S - Spring Semester. Writing-Intensive courses are designated “WI.”

Prerequisites for courses are printed immediately following the course description. Prerequisites are predicated upon the assumption that students require certain knowledge and/or skills gained in one or more previous courses. Of particular concern in this regard are courses numbered 3000 or above, especially those required in majors and minors. Such courses often connect to a series of prerequisites, and, in many cases, only the highest ranking prerequisite in the series is listed with the course description. Students must be aware that the listed prerequisite may itself have one or more prerequisites. It is the student’s responsibility to consult the catalog course descriptions to be sure that all prerequisites in a series have been met.

A student may not enroll in a course serving as a prerequisite for another course he or she has already completed. (This rule does not apply to students who do not earn grades of C or better in ENG 1001G, ENG 1002G, and/or CMN 1310G or in accepted substitutions.) A student may not enroll in a lower level course which substantially duplicates a higher level course already completed. Should a student violate this prescription, he/she may not receive credit for the course toward graduation.
 

Spanish
  

  • FLS 3501 - Spanish for Young Learners.

    (Arr.-0-1 to 3) F, S. Supervised Spanish activities. Exploring Spanish language and culture for young learners. Equivalent course: FLS 3401.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Four semesters of college Spanish or equivalent. Students may repeat the course twice to a maximum of six hours.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • FLS 3510 - Introduction to Modern Spanish Literature.

    (3-0-3) F. Introduction to Spanish literature from the eighteenth to twentieth century. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLS 3000 or permission of the department chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 3520 - Introduction to Modern Spanish American Literature.

    (3-0-3) F. Introduction to Spanish American literature from 1886 to present. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLS 3000 or permission of the department chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 3530 - Spanish American Women’s Novel.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course introduces students to the novel genre in Spanish America. It explores how female writers utilized the novel as a primary forum through which they publicized their ideas and participated in the debate on the equality of the sexes and nation formation.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLS 3000 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 3540 - Race and Gender in Spanish American Literature.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course focuses on the evolution of racial and gender constraints as seen through legal documents, chronicles, religious literature, newspapers, as well as in poetry, fiction and theater.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLS 3000 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 3550 - Contemporary Latin American Drama.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. Development of major theatrical movements of Latin America during the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Study of both text and performance.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLS 3000 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 3970 - Study Abroad.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-15) See STA 3970.

    Credits: 1 to 15
  

  • FLS 4202 - Advanced Spanish Composition.

    (3-0-3) S. Compositions based on style illustrated in certain literary selections. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLS 3000 or permission of the department chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 4275 - Internship.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-4) (Credit/No Credit only) A foreign or nationally based language learning experience in which the student applies and develops skills learned in Spanish courses outside the traditional classroom. No more than four semester hours may be counted toward the major or three semester hours toward the minor in the language in lieu of Advanced Conversation courses. Course may be repeated for a combined total credit of up to 4 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Two years of a college level foreign language and FLS 3000 or 3050, or a proficiency level of “intermediate-high” according to ACTFL guidelines; permission of the department chairperson.

    Credits: 1 to 4
  

  • FLS 4310 - Civilization and Culture of Spain.

    (3-0-3) F or S. Survey of Spanish civilization from prehistoric times through the present. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLS 3000 or permission of the department chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 4320 - Civilization and Culture of Spanish America.

    (3-0-3) F or S. A survey of historical antecedents and current social and cultural patterns of the Spanish-speaking areas of the Americas. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLS 3000 or permission of the department chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 4400 - Independent Study.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Intensive individual study of a topic in Spanish, selected by the student in collaboration with the instructor and under the general supervision of the instructor. Note: A maximum of three semester hours of credit may be applied to the major or minor in Spanish. Course may be repeated for a maximum combined credit of 3 semester hours. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the department chairperson. Minimum GPA of 2.5, junior or senior standing and majoring in Foreign Languages.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • FLS 4444 - Honors Independent Study.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Intensive study and writing on topics in foreign language, literature and culture approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator. May be taken twice. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the department chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 4510 - Survey of Early Spanish Literature.

    (3-0-3) F or S. Survey of Spanish literature from the Twelfth to Seventeenth Century. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLS 3000 or permission of the department chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 4520 - Survey of Early Spanish American Literature.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. Survey of Spanish American literature from the Colonial period to 1886. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLS 3000 or permission of the department chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 4640 - Don Quixote de la Mancha.

    (4-0-4) On Demand. Study of the two parts of Don Quixote de la Mancha in the original. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Three years of college Spanish, its equivalent, or permission of the department chairperson.

    Credits: 4
  

  • FLS 4644 - Honors Thesis.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Intensive research and preparation of a thesis on a topic in foreign language, literature or culture approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator. May not be repeated. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the department chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 4645 - Topics in Hispanic Culture.

    (3-0-3) On Demand. Special topics in Hispanic culture not ordinarily treated in standard courses. Topic and course outline will vary.  Course may be repeated on a different topic with permission of the Department Chairperson.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLS 3000 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 4650 - Topics in Hispanic Literature.

    (3-0-3) F. Special topics in Hispanic literatures not ordinarily treated in standard courses. Topic and course outline will vary. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLS 3000 or permission of the Department Chairperson. Course may be repeated on a different topic with consent of the Department Chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • FLS 4666 - Honors Seminar.

    (3-0-3) Reading, writing and discussion on selected topics in foreign language, literature and culture. A term paper and a seminar presentation are required. May be taken twice. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the department chairperson.

    Credits: 3

Special Education
  

  • SPE 2000 - Disabilities in the Context of Education and the Life Span.

    (2-0-2) F, S. Disabilities and the impact of the presence of a disability on the individual and the family or primary caregivers will be the focus of this course. Impacts on the educational process and within the social context across the life span will be addressed. A historical perspective of special education and awareness of related laws and legislation are also addressed. The relationship of special education to the organization and function of education agencies will be explored, including the impact of culture on the shaping of schools. Required of all Special Education majors. For individuals who have completed SPE 3000 Fall 2002 or earlier, SPE 2000 will be waived.

    Credits: 2
  

  • SPE 3000 - Education of Individuals with Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (3-0-3) This course examines the exceptional learning needs of individuals across levels of severity, and the laws, policies, and ethical principles governing the education of individuals with exceptional learning needs. Strategies that support student learning in the general and expanded curricula, and the educational programs designed to meet their needs in a range of instructional environments are addressed.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 2000.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 3100 - Learning Differences of Individuals with Moderate to Severe Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (3-1-3) F, S. A study of differential behaviors of individuals with moderate to severe exceptional learning needs, across the life span, including individuals with mental retardation, physical and orthopedic handicaps, other health impairments, traumatic brain injury, and autism. Historical perspectives, etiology, terminology, and educational programming are also addressed. Additional emphases include cultural competence, facilitating independence, family/community services and involvement, equal access and opportunity in a variety of employment and life style choices.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Pre-requisite(s): SPE 2000 and SPE 3000 or concurrent enrollment. Required of all Special Education majors completing SPE 3200, Fall 2002 or after.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 3200 - Learning Differences of Individuals with Mild/Moderate Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (4-0-4) F, S. This course examines the differential behaviors (cognitive, language, motor, social and emotional) of individuals with exceptional learning needs. Learning disabilities, emotional disturbance/behavior disorders, mental retardation, and traumatic brain injury are addressed. Additionally, the impact that exceptional learning needs has on an individual’s life and learning is discussed. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 2000 and 3000 must be taken concurrently or as a prerequisite. SPE 3200 must be taken concurrently or as a prerequisite to 3201. Department requirements for enrollment must be met.

    Credits: 4
  

  • SPE 3201 - Observation of Individuals with Severe to Mild/Moderate Exceptional Learning Needs Across Severity Levels.

    (0-6-3) F, S. This course includes preclinical clock hours of observation of individuals with exceptional learning needs across levels of severity. Instruction in the use of systematic observation strategies is provided. On-site observations are rotated among a range of instructional environments; a field trip is required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 3200 or concurrent enrollment. Department requirements for enrollment must be met.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 3220 - Behaviors of Young Children (Birth to 8) At Risk and with Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (3-2-3) F, S. This course is an overview of early childhood special education. Content includes: rationale/historical perspectives of early childhood special education, typical development, results of factors impacting development, and intervention issues/practices. A thirty-clock hour observation practicum with young children at risk and with exceptional learning needs is required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    or Co-requisite: SPE 3000. Department requirements for enrollment must be met.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 3250 - Observation of Individuals With Exceptional Learning Needs: Learning Disabilities.

    (0-2-1) Su. Thirty clock hours of observations of behaviors of individuals identified as having a learning disability are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    This course must be taken concurrently or subsequent to SPE 3200. Limited to practicing teachers seeking Special Education licensure.

    Credits: 1
  

  • SPE 3260 - Observation of Individuals with Exceptional Learning Needs: Mental Retardation/Developmental Delays.

    (0-2-1) Su. Thirty-clock hours of observations of behaviors of individuals identified as having mental retardation and/or developmental delays are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    This course must be taken concurrently or subsequent to SPE 3200. Limited to practicing teachers seeking Special Education licensure.

    Credits: 1
  

  • SPE 3270 - Observation of Individuals with Exceptional Learning Needs: Seriously Emotionally Disturbed/Behavior Disorders.

    (0-2-1) Su. Thirty-clock hours of observations of behaviors of individuals with serious emotional disturbance/behavior disorders are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    This course must be taken concurrently or subsequent to SPE 3200. Limited to practicing teachers seeking Special Education licensure.

    Credits: 1
  

  • SPE 3500 - The Education of Individuals with Exceptional Learning Needs: Access to the General Curriculum.

    (3-1-3) This course examines the exceptional learning needs of individuals across and enhancing their access to the general curriculum. The Individualized Education Program, its purpose, components, and relationship to the design of instruction are discussed. Strategies that support learning in the general and expanded curriculum to meet learning needs in the range of instructional environments are provided. This course has an independent performance activity component.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Junior standing. “University Admission to Teacher Education” requirements apply.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 3600 - Behavioral Principles in Special Education.

    (2-2-3) F, S. This course examines behavioral theories of learning as used in Special Education and requires a practicum experience in which the principles of behavior analysis are directly applied in changing academic/social behavior of individuals with exceptional learning needs in school or community settings. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 2000 and 3000 or concurrent enrollment in 3000.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 3700 - Individualized Independence Curriculum and Materials.

    (3-2-3) F, S. A study of the curricular content and materials utilized in the planning and programming for individuals in the independence curriculum. A practicum experience is provided in which integration activities are conducted with individuals who have exceptional learning needs in public schools and/or community programs.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 2000, 3000, and 3100 or concurrent enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 3970 - Study Abroad.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-15) See STA 3970.

    Credits: 1 to 15
  

  • SPE 4444 - Honors Independent Studies.

    (3) Consideration of special topics in special education. Special emphasis on an area of interest to the student approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4530 - Facilitating Language in Individuals with Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (3-0-3) F, S. Strategies for assessing and facilitating language development in individuals with exceptional learning needs across levels of severity, excluding visual impairments, are examined. Additional areas of emphasis include: instructional strategies for cultural and linguistic diversity, use of assistive devices, functional language assessment, and collaboration with families and other professionals.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 3000 and CDS 2200. Permission of the department chairperson required for non-majors.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4600 - Community Services and Communication with Families of Learners with Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (3-1-3) F, S. This course addresses community services and agencies and the skills essential to communicating effectively with the families and/or guardians of individuals with exceptional learning needs. Particular emphasis is given to strategies to enhance home-school communication and family involvement in educational programming for individuals with exceptional learning needs.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the department chairperson required for non-majors.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4644 - Honors Thesis.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Intensive research in preparation of a thesis on a topic in special education approved by faculty supervisor and the Departmental Honors Coordinator. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4666 - Honors Seminar.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Areas of investigation which require integration of special education and research will be treated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4700 - Individualized General Curriculum and Materials.

    (3-0-3) F, S. A study of curricular content and materials which provide and enhance access to the general curriculum for individuals with exceptional learning needs. Development and the role of the Individualized Education Program in curriculum development and material selection and development are significant components of this course.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 2000, 3000, 3200 and 3201.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4720 - Instructional Materials and Activities for Young Children (Birth to 8) At Risk and with Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (3-0-3) F, S. Service delivery models/issues, working with families, teaming strategies, utilization of technology, IEP writing, and the selection, development, and adaptation of instructional materials and activities for young children at risk and with exceptional learning needs are the focus of this course.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 3000 and 3220 or permission of the Department Chairperson. Co-requisite: SPE 4820 or permission of the Department Chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4730 - Curriculum Adaptation and Consultation for Individuals With Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (3-2-3) F, S. Consultation skills essential to collaborate and facilitate adaptation of general and expanded curriculum for individuals with exceptional learning needs are the focus of this course. The process for designing, implementing, and evaluating the effectiveness of curriculum adaptations is also addressed.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 3000, 3200 and 3201; SPE 4700 must be taken prior to or concurrently with this course.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4741 - Independent Study.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) May be repeated for a total of six semester hours of credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the Department Chairperson.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • SPE 4765 - Identification and Instructional Strategies: Individuals with Gifts and Talents.

    (3-1-3) On Demand. This course prepares teachers to identify individuals with gifts and talents. Modification of the general curriculum and instructional strategies for learners with gifts and talents are addressed.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 2000 and 3000 and permission of department chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4800 - Diagnosis and Assessment of Learners with Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (3-2-4) This course examines formal and informal assessment as used to determine achievement of individuals with exceptional learning needs across severity levels. Selection, administration, scoring, and interpretation of formal and informal assessments for the purpose of identifying exceptional learning needs are also addressed. Supervised and evaluated administration and interpretation of diagnostic tests is integral to this course. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 3000, 3200, 3201; 4700 must be taken prior to or concurrently with this course.

    Credits: 4
  

  • SPE 4820 - Assessment of Young Children (Birth to 8) With Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (3-1-3) F, S. This course addresses both formal and informal assessment of young children at risk and with exceptional learning needs across severity levels, excluding vision and hearing. Screening, observation strategies, the link between assessment and instruction, and writing formative and summative reports are also addressed. Practica provides observation of preschool screening and administration of norm referenced/criterion referenced assessments.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 3000 and 3220 or permission of the department chairperson. Corequisite: SPE 4720 or permission of the department chairperson. University Teacher Education requirements apply and department requirements for enrollment must be met.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4900 - Instructional Strategies for Individuals with Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (6-0-6) F, S. General and specialized instructional strategies used with individuals with exceptional learning needs across severity levels, excluding vision and hearing, are presented. Effectively designing, implementing, and evaluating instruction/instructional plans tailored to the exceptional learning needs of the learner across a range of severity levels and instructional environments are addressed. Concurrent enrollment in SPE 4901 (practicum component) required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 4800. University Teacher Education requirements apply and department requirements for enrollment must be met.

    Credits: 6
  

  • SPE 4901 - Practicum with Individuals with Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (0-8-4) F, S. Provision of explicit instruction to students with exceptional learning needs in a supervised and evaluated practica; including the designing, implementing, and evaluating of individualized instruction/instructional plans. Specialized instructional strategies which support the learner in the general and expanded curricula are practiced in school settings. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 4800. University Teacher Education requirements apply and department requirements for enrollment must be met. Concurrent enrollment in SPE 4900 required.

    Credits: 4
  

  • SPE 4920 - Instructional Strategies: Young Children (Birth through 8) at Risk and with Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (3-4-3) F, S. This course introduces and provides practice in techniques for planning, implementing, and evaluating effective intervention for young children with and at-risk for exceptional learning needs and their families. A sixty-hour teaching practicum is required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 4720 and 4820. University Teacher Education requirements apply and department requirements for enrollment must be met.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4925 - Communication Skills of Children (Birth to 8) At Risk and with Exceptional Learning Needs.

    (3-0-3) F, S. This course addresses strategies for assessment and instruction of verbal/nonverbal skills of young children ages birth to eight at risk and with exceptional learning needs across levels of severity, excluding visual impairment. Additional areas of emphasis include: cultural and linguistic diversity, assistive communication devices, and collaboration with families and Speech Language Pathologists.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    SPE 3000, 3220, and CDS 2200, or permission of the Department Chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4950 - Instructional Strategies: Learning Disabilities.

    (3-1-3) Su. This course addresses instructional strategies and classroom management strategies appropriate to teaching individuals with learning disabilities; including the designing, implementing, and evaluating of individualized instruction/instructional plans.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Students must have completed 26 semester hours in SPE (including SPE 3000, 3200, 3250, and 4800) and must have permission of the Department Chairperson to enroll.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4960 - Instructional Strategies: Mental Retardation/Developmental Disabilities.

    (3-1-3) Su. This course addresses instructional strategies and classroom management strategies appropriate to teaching individuals with mental retardation and/or developmental disabilities; including the designing, implementing, and evaluating of individualized instruction/instructional plans.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Students must have completed 26 semester hours in SPE (including SPE 3000, 3200, 3260 and 4800) and must have permission of department chairperson to enroll.

    Credits: 3
  

  • SPE 4970 - Instructional Strategies: Seriously Emotionally Disturbed/Behavior Disorders.

    (3-1-3) Su. This course addresses instructional strategies and classroom management strategies appropriate to teaching individuals with serious emotional disturbances/behavior disorders; including the designing, implementing, and evaluating of individualized instruction/instructional plans.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Students must have completed 26 semester hours in SPE (including SPE 3000, 3200, 3270 and 4800) and must have permission of Department Chairperson to enroll.

    Credits: 3

Strategies for Academic Success
  

  • EIU 2919 - Strategies for Academic Success.

    (1-0-1) F, S. Enrollment required of student placed on academic warning for the first time. Topics will include self-assessment, goal-setting, time management, study skills, learning styles and motivation. Course may not be repeated without permission of the Assistant Director, Academic Success Center. Does not count toward graduation.

    Credits: 1

Student Leadership
  

  • STL 3000 - Student Leadership.

    (2-0-2) S. (Credit/No Credit) Open to beginning, intermediate and advanced leaders. A seminar in student leadership with emphasis on the development of leadership skills and the administration of EIU.

    Credits: 2

Student Teaching
  

  • STG 3000 - Preclinical Experience with Populations that are Culturally Diverse and Individuals with Disabilities.

    (1-2-1) (Credit/No Credit) This course will require students to observe in public school settings in which the populations served are culturally diverse and individuals with disabilities are served.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ELE/MLE 2000, ELE 2321 or SPE 3000. (Clinical fee required for this course.)

    Credits: 1
  

  • STG 4000 - Multicultural/Disabilities Practicum.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1) (Credit/No Credit) Twenty-five clock hours of direct participation in observation relative to populations with disabilities and those who are multicultural. Site must be approved. Required of students pursuing teacher licensure, except students in Communication Disorders and Sciences and students in ISEP.

    Credits: 1
  

  • STG 4001 - Student Teaching.

    (Arr.-Arr.-12, 14, 16) (Credit/No Credit) Students complete 15 weeks of student teaching for 14 semester hours of credit with the exception of Family and Consumer Sciences majors and ISEP students who complete 15 weeks of student teaching for 12 semester hours of credit. Special Education majors, Early Childhood Education majors, and Early Childhood Education majors with dual certification in Elementary Education complete 16 weeks of student teaching for 16 semester hours of credit. See your major department for specific requirements. Student Teaching may not commence until passing scores on the Illinois Basic Skills Test and the Illinois Content Area Test, specific to the major, are verified. Credit for student teaching is earned by successful completion of the student teaching experience, and completion of all departmental requirements which may apply.

    Credits: 12-16

Study Abroad
  

  • STA 3960 - Study Abroad: Exchange.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-16)  Enrollment in an international exchange program. Students pay tuition to EIU. Approval from the Office of Study Abroad is required.

    Credits: 1 to 16
  

  • STA 3961 - Study Abroad: One-Way.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-16) Enrollment in an international one-way program. Approval from the Office of Study Abroad is required.

    Credits: 1 to 16
  

  • STA 3970 - Study Abroad: Faculty-Led.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-16)  Enrollment in a faculty-led study abroad program. Consists of a mix of lectures, exercises, excursions, and group time. Approval from the Office of Study Abroad is required.

    Credits: 1 to 16
  

  • STA 3990 - Study Abroad: Honors.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-16)  Enrollment of Honors College students in an Honors-specific study abroad of program. Approval from the Office of Study Abroad is required.

    Credits: 1 to 16
  

  • STA 4275 - Study Abroad: Internship.

    (Arr.-Arr.-1-16)  Enrollment in an international internship program for credit. Approval from the Office of Study Abroad is required.

    Credits: 1 to 16

Theatre Arts
  

  • THA 1133 - Oral Interpretation.

    (3-3-3) F. Study of basic oral interpretation techniques which develop sensitivity and responsiveness to literature, enabling the student to communicate in performance the recreation of this literary experience to an audience. TA 916

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 1134 - Stage Movement.

    (2-2-2) F. Intensive work in theatrical movement designed for individuals enrolled in acting. Students will increase their ability to orient their body in space within structured and guided experiences that utilize the concepts of movement theorists such as Laban, Sweigard and Alexander. TA 916

    Credits: 2
  

  • THA 1144 - Acting for Non-Majors.

    (3-3-3) F. Introduction to acting for the non-major; exercises in concentration, relaxation, imagination, observation, and sensory awareness; development of theatrical creativity through objectives, obstacles, action, conflict, and moment-to-moment spontaneity; culminates in the development of a scene for stage.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 2000 - Hands-On Theatre: Performance.

    (0-3-1) F, S. Practical acting experience in faculty-supervised Theatre Arts Department Mainstage or Studio productions or for significant participation in departmental student productions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Repeatable once for a maximum of two hours’ credit.

    Credits: 1
  

  • THA 2001 - Hands-On Theatre: Costuming I.

    (0-3-1) F, S. This course gives students practical experience working with costumes on Mainstage or Studio productions. It is a requirement for Theatre Arts Majors, giving hands-on experience in the Costume Shop. It is also a prerequisite for further work in the Costume Shop.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2210 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1
  

  • THA 2002 - Hands-On Theatre: Scenic/Lighting I.

    (0-3-1) F, S. This course, a production/technical course for the Theatre Arts major, will serve as a requirement giving hands-on experience in the Scene and Light Shops. It is also the prerequisite for further shop work.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2211 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1
  

  • THA 2003 - Hands-On Theatre: Costuming II.

    (0-3-1) F, S. This course gives students practical experience working with costumes on Mainstage or Studio productions. It is a requirement for Theatre Arts Majors, giving more advanced hands-on experience in the Costume Shop.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2001.

    Credits: 1
  

  • THA 2004 - Hands-On Theatre: Scenic/Lighting II.

    (0-3-1) F, S. This course, a production/technical course for the Theatre Arts major, will serve as a requirement giving hands-on experience in the Scene and Light Shops. It is also the prerequisite for further shop work.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2002 or permission of the instructor. Repeatable once for a maximum of two hours’ credit.

    Credits: 1
  

  • THA 2005 - Stage Makeup.

    (3-3-3) F. Fundamentals in design and use of stage theatrical makeup. Students will execute makeup designs using basic techniques and progressing to more challenging makeup styles. TA 912

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 2010G - Arts Omnibus.

    (2-2-3) F, S. An experiential overview of the performing and visual arts, their inter-relatedness, their importance to an enhanced quality of life. Outside viewing assignments required. Credit will not be awarded for Art 2010 or MUS 2010G in addition to Theatre 2010G. F9 900

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 2012G - Non-Western Theatre.

    (3-0-3) F, S. Theatre Arts from outside the European and North American traditions will be examined. Credit will not be awarded for Art 2012G in addition to Theatre 2012G. WI

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 2140G - Introduction to the Theatre.

    (3-0-3) F, S. A general introduction to all aspects of theatre as a live performance and visual art. Outside viewing required. F1 907

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 2190G - Introduction to the Theatre, Honors.

    (3-0-3) F, S. A general introduction to all aspects of theatre as a live performance and visual art. Outside viewing required. F1 907 WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the University Honors College.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 2210 - Introduction to Costuming.

    (3-3-3) S. The basic techniques required for theatrical costume construction. Students will gain a basic working knowledge of the costume shop, including an understanding of patterns, fabric manipulation, and basic sewing skills. TA 913

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 2211 - Stagecraft.

    (3-3-3) F. The basic techniques required for the construction, painting, rigging, and shifting of scenery with emphasis on safety and on standard backstage and scene shop organization and procedures. TA 911

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 2220 - Theatre Seminar I.

    (1-1-1) S. An introductory seminar that focuses on the training and evaluation of the Theatre Arts major. This seminar is required of all new theatre majors, transfers, or current students changing their major to Theatre Arts.

    Credits: 1
  

  • THA 2244 - Basic Acting.

    (3-3-3) S. Beginning acting; basic skills and concepts of acting. Exploration of the actor’s internal (psychological-emotional) resources through exercises, theatre games, discussions, and performance projects. Open only to theatre majors and minors. TA 914

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 2257 - Graphics for the Performing Arts.

    (3-3-3) F. Concerned with the processes of drafting, perspective drawing and figure drawing as applicable to the areas of scenic design, lighting design and costume design for the theatre.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2110, 2211, or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 2258 - Script Analysis.

    (3-0-3) F. This course is designed to teach the student how to analyze playscripts in terms of and in preparation for performance and production, regardless of theatrical specialization. The student will learn basic concepts and terminology associated with dramatic literature, examine several genres and their traits, and discover means of presenting the playwrights’ ideas on the stage. H3 902 WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1001G and ENG 1002G.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 2281 - Summer Theatre: Performance I.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3-6) Su. Practical, comprehensive experiences in performance in theatre arts. May substitute for THA 1144 or 2244 with permission of the instructor and Department Chair. A maximum of nine semester hours total from THA 2281 and 4810 may be counted toward graduation. Contact Theatre Arts Department for details concerning auditions and interviews.

    Credits: 3 to 6
  

  • THA 2282 - Summer Theatre: Tech I.

    (Arr.-Arr.-3-6) Su. Practical, comprehensive experiences in technical theatre arts. May substitute for THA 2210 and/or 2211 with permission of the instructor and Department Chair. A maximum of nine semester hours total from 2282 and 4811 may be counted toward graduation. Contact Theatre Arts Department for details concerning auditions and interviews.

    Credits: 3 to 6
  

  • THA 3000 - Hands-On Theatre: Advanced Performance.

    (0-3-1) F, S. Practical advanced performance (acting) experience in faculty-supervised Theatre Arts Department Mainstage or Studio productions or for significant participation in departmental student productions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2000, and either THA 1144 or THA 2244.  Repeatable three times for a maximum of four hours’ credit.

    Credits: 1
  

  • THA 3001 - Hands-On Theatre: Advanced Costuming.

    (0-3-1) F, S. This course gives students practical experience working with costumes on Mainstage or Studio productions. It is an elective for Theatre Arts Majors, giving more advanced hands-on experience in the Costume Shop.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2003.  Repeatable 3 times for a total of 4 hours credit.

    Credits: 1
  

  • THA 3002 - Hands-On Theatre: Advanced Scenic/Lighting.

    (0-3-1) F, S. This course, a production/technical course for the Theatre Arts major, will serve as an elective giving further practical experience in the Scene and Light Shops.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2004 or permission of the instructor. Repeatable 3 times for a total of 4 credits.

    Credits: 1
  

  • THA 3220 - Theatre Seminar II.

    (1-1-1) F.  An advanced seminar that focuses on final evaluation of the Theatre Arts majors with Junior/Senior standing or permission of the Department Chair.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 1133, 1134, 2210, 2211, 2220, 2244, 2257 and 2258 or with permission of the Department Chair.

    Credits: 1
  

  • THA 3257 - Graphics II: Introduction to CAD FOR THE THEATRE.

    (3-3-3) S. This course, a technical course for the Theatre Arts major, will serve as a prerequisite to further design studies in certain areas of scene, lighting and costume design. A basic knowledge of Macintosh computers is helpful, but not required.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2210, 2211, 2257 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 3333 - Advanced Oral Interpretation.

    (3-3-3) S. Interpretation, adaptation, compilation and the directing of literature for performance in traditional and experimental styles. Introduction to the aesthetics of interpreter’s theatre.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 1133, 2258, or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 3334 - Performing Voice.

    (2-2-2) S. A continuation of the work begun in Basic Acting with a focus on vocal production. Emphasis on developing an audible, resonant voice; clear diction; and a relaxed and properly aligned body, all in the context of acting/performance.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 1134 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 2
  

  • THA 3344 - Scene & Character Study.

    (3-3-3) F-even-numbered years. A course in contemporary realistic scene and character study for the actor, based on terminology and concepts developed by C. Stanislavski. Students will prepare written character biographies and scene analyses, then perform scenes or monologues focusing on the character’s inner belief, motivation, and goals.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 1134, 2244, 2258, or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 3345 - Topics in Acting.

    (3-3-3) S-odd-numbered years. This course is designed to prepare students for the demands of acting in film and television, non-realistic, period, or stylized productions. Styles may include film studies or techniques (for camera), non-western forms, the Greeks, Shakespeare, Comedy of Manners, Brecht, and/or the Absurdists.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 1133, 1134, 2244, 2258, or permission of the instructor. Course may be repeated twice, for a maximum of 9 hours credit.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 3346 - Dialects.

    (3-3-3) F-odd-numbered years. This is a course that teaches students how to acquire an authentic-sounding dialect and how to utilize it convincingly in acting. Dialects may include British, Cockney, Irish, American regional, or a selection of these.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2244, 2258, or 3334 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 3347 - Topics in Theatre Movement.

    (3-3-3) F. Topics in Theatre Movement introduces the student to various styles and skills of theatrical movement. Topic varies based on production needs within the department. Topics may include such subjects as Period Styles, Alexander Technique, Stage Combat, Musical Theatre, Improvisation, Mime, and Non-western styles.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 1134 or permission of the instructor.  Repeatable for up to nine credit hours with permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 3348 - Auditioning.

    (3-3-3) S-even-numbered years. Auditioning is designed to provide the Theatre Arts student with a heightened knowledge of the audition experience and prepare the student for professional work through the accumulation of several viable performance-ready audition pieces and the development of various styles of resume.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 1134, 2244, 2258 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 3357 - Scene Design.

    (3-3-3) F-even-numbered years. Consideration of the design sequence from analysis of the script to the composition of production drawings; practical experience.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2257 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 3358 - Design and History of Costume.

    (3-3-3) F-odd-numbered years. History of costume from the early Egyptians to 1900. Costume design for theatrical production.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2257 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 3360 - Stage Lighting.

    (3-3-3) S-odd-numbered years. Explores basic skills and techniques in lighting theatrical productions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2257, 3257, or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 3361 - Theatre Production Topics.

    (3-3-3) F, S. A production/technical course for the Theatre Arts Major. The course will function as an in-depth approach to design or management aspects of theatre production. Topic varies based on production/student needs within the department.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 2005, 2210, 2211, 2257 and 2258 or permission of the instructor.  As long as the topic is different, this course is repeatable up to nine credit hours.

    Credits: 3
  

  • THA 3400 - Methods of Teaching Theatre in the Secondary School.

    (3-0-3) S. This course will demonstrate to students seeking Teacher Certification in Theatre the means to incorporate Theatrical material into a High or Middle School Curriculum. The student will also develop and teach a unit in Theatre Arts.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    THA 1133, 2210, 2211, 1144 or 2244 and 2258.

    Credits: 3
 

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