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SOC 2840 - Racial and Cultural Minorities.
(3-0-3) On Demand. The causes and consequences of prejudice and discrimination; the effects of majority and minority status for intergroup relations. SOC 913
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G.
Credits: 3
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SOC 2890G - Social Problems in Contemporary Society, Honors.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Sociological analysis of the historical development, definitions, and nature of social problems, grounded within theoretical frameworks. Equivalent to SOC 2750G. S7 901 WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the University Honors College.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3000 - Sociology of Sport.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Application of sociological theories and empirical research findings to sport, and its socio-cultural context. Focus on the functions of various forms of these activities for society, and controversies regarding their legitimacy. Cross-cultural, comparative examples are used.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3050 - Sociological Theory.
(3-0-3) F, S. A study of sociological theory from the classical founders through contemporary dialogue in the discipline. Special focus will be placed on major systems of sociological thought, primary contributors to the field, and possible applications of sociological theory to social phenomena.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G. Course may not be repeated.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3100 - Global Threats and Problems.
(3-0-3) S. An interdisciplinary study of current global problems. Four different social scientific approaches will be used to analyze complex questions regarding the survival of humanity given current threats to our environments, cultures, geopolitical affiliations, and socioeconomic structures. Topics may include famine, terrorism, information control, and disease, among others. Course may not be repeated. Cross-listed with CSC/ECN/GEG/PLS 3100.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3290 - Contemporary Social Theory, Honors.
(3-0-3) On Demand. This course will build on the foundation of classical theory to focus on the construction and application of the major contemporary theories used in current social research. There is a special focus on theory application to other coursework in the major and an honors thesis topic. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G. Course may not be repeated. Course restricted to Honors Sociology majors. Equivalent course: SOC 3050.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3420 - Sociology of Popular Culture.
(3-0-3) On Demand. This course examines sociological issues in the study of American popular culture such as the production, distribution and reception of popular culture, how culture is influenced by race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexuality, and other systems of stratification, and how these influences are reflected in various mass media outlets.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G or permission of the instructor. Course may not be repeated.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3600 - Introduction to Social Work.
(3-0-3) F, S. A survey of principles, techniques, and fields of social work. SW911
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3620 - Research Methods for Collecting Social Data.
(3-0-3) F, S. Surveys social scientific methods developed to collect data in human populations. Stresses importance of problem formulation, research design, and interpretation. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3622 - Population.
(3-0-3) F. A descriptive and theoretical analysis of the dynamics of population with emphasis on population trends.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3630 - Statistical Analysis of Social Data.
(3-2-4) F, S. Survey of statistical techniques used to summarize and describe the quantitative characteristics of social research. The course includes both descriptive and inferential statistics, using statistical software to analyze data.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 3620.
Credits: 4
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SOC 3650 - Social Psychology.
(3-0-3) F, S. This course focuses on sociological social psychology, that is, how two or more persons fit their behaviors together in cooperation, in competition, and in conflict. The course provides a survey of research on the self, interpersonal and small group behavior, and collective action and social movements.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3660 - Social Organization.
(3-0-3) F. Analysis of the elements of social organization with an emphasis on complex organizations associated with urbanization and the development of large scale systems.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3691 - Social Statistics, Honors.
(3-1-4) On Demand. Survey of statistical techniques used to summarize and describe the quantitative characteristics of social research. The course includes both descriptive and inferential statistics, using software to analyze survey data, collected by U.S. Government and/or other organizations.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G. Course may not be repeated. Course restricted to Honors Sociology majors. Equivalent Course: SOC 3630.
Credits: 4
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SOC 3692 - Research Methods for Collecting Social Data, Honors
(3-0-3) On Demand. Surveys social scientific methods developed to collect data in human populations. Stresses importance of problem formulation, research design, and interpretation. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G. Course may not be repeated. Course restricted to Honors Sociology majors. Equivalent Course: SOC 3620.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3750 - Social Change.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Consideration of both historical and contemporary theoretical and applied means by which social structure is modified. Cross-cultural examples will be used extensively.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3770 - Sociological Analysis of Crime and Criminal Justice System.
(3-0-3) S. An advanced study of social-psychological factors of crime and the adult offender, vis-à-vis the Criminal Justice system; i.e., apprehension, adjudication, treatment and prevention practices.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G, 2761 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3780 - Policing Society: A Sociological Analysis.
(3-0-3) On Demand. A study of police roles, subculture, and organizational structure as well as a critical look at how police behavior enacts the democratic dilemma of balancing social order with individual freedoms.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G and SOC 2761. Technology-delivered sections of this course are restricted to students in EIU programs that are exclusively online or off-campus.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3820 - Environmental Sociology.
(3-0-3) F. Examines the interrelations between the natural environment, social organization, and social behavior. Attention is directed at both the social causes of and social responses to various environmental problems.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3900 - Political Sociology.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Sociological analysis of the political systems of contemporary nation-states utilizing the concepts and theories relevant to this sub-field of sociology, with special emphasis on the distribution of power in contemporary societies.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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SOC 3903 - Gender Roles and Social Change.
(3-0-3) S. A sociological study of women’s roles, the development of female and male roles and problems of men and women in the changing socio-cultural environment of the modern world. SOC 914 WI
Credits: 3
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SOC 3960* - Special Topics in Sociology.
(Arr.-0-1 to 3) On Demand. Specific areas within the discipline of sociology will be given intensive study through lectures, readings, reports, papers, and discussion. The topic will be announced in advance by the department chairperson. Each lettered course may not be repeated. Different topics may be taken, but no more than 6 hours may be applied as sociology elective credit.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G.
*Course Numbers: SOC 3960A, B, D-F, H-M, O-R, T-Z
Credits: 1 to 3
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SOC 3970 - Study Abroad.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-15) See STA 3970.
Credits: 1 to 15
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SOC 4000 - Sociology of Work and Occupations.
(3-0-3) Sociological analyses of social and technical relationships in the production system. Work and new technology. Work and gender. Bureaucracy and professionalism; Conflicts in the workplace and the efforts to cope with them.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G.
Credits: 3
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SOC 4010 - Sociology of Science and Knowledge.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Analysis of the social foundations of science and knowledge and the impact of science on other social institutions.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Junior-senior standing; minimum of 12 hours of sociology course work, including SOC 1838G (or permission of the instructor).
Credits: 3
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SOC 4240 - Sociology of Disasters.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Introduces critical theoretical and methodological approaches in the sociological study of disasters. Examines human preparedness and response to disaster events, issues of social stratification and inequality, and social forces that influence vulnerability and social policy.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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SOC 42751 - Internship in Sociology I.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-12) (Credit/No Credit) Experience in an agency or organization. The course will be offered on a credit/no credit basis; however, the total hours must not exceed 12 hours including courses taken in any other internship offered by the University. May not be repeated.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of the Internship Coordinator, acceptance of the student by the agency or organization involved, a cumulative GPA of 2.50, a minimum of 75 hours of course work completed, and a minimum grade of C in either SOC 3660 or 4000.
Note: The prerequisites for this course will be revised, effective Spring 2015.
Credits: 1 to 12
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SOC 44001 - Independent Study I.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Individual study of a topic of the student’s choice under the direction of a faculty member. The student must submit and receive approval of a detailed study plan prior to central registration. May not be repeated. Independent Study courses may be taken to a maximum of 6 hours.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Fifteen semester hours of sociology and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better or permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3
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SOC 44002 - Independent Study II.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Individual study of a topic of the student’s choice under the direction of a faculty member. The student must submit and receive approval of a detailed study plan prior to central registration. May not be repeated. Independent Study courses may be taken to a maximum of 6 hours.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Fifteen semester hours of sociology and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better or permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3
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SOC 44003 - Independent Study III.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Individual study of a topic of the student’s choice under the direction of a faculty member. The student must submit and receive approval of a detailed study plan prior to central registration. May not be repeated. Independent Study courses may be taken to a maximum of 6 hours.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Fifteen semester hours of sociology and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better or permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3
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SOC 44004 - Independent Study IV.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Individual study of a topic of the student’s choice under the direction of a faculty member. The student must submit and receive approval of a detailed study plan prior to central registration. May not be repeated. Independent Study courses may be taken to a maximum of 6 hours.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Fifteen semester hours of sociology and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better or permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3
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SOC 44005 - Independent Study V.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Individual study of a topic of the student’s choice under the direction of a faculty member. The student must submit and receive approval of a detailed study plan prior to central registration. May not be repeated. Independent Study courses may be taken to a maximum of 6 hours.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Fifteen semester hours of sociology and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better or permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3
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SOC 44006 - Independent Study VI.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Individual study of a topic of the student’s choice under the direction of a faculty member. The student must submit and receive approval of a detailed study plan prior to central registration. May not be repeated. Independent Study courses may be taken to a maximum of 6 hours.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Fifteen semester hours of sociology and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better or permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3
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SOC 4444 - Honors Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr. 1-3) On Demand. Consideration of special topics in sociology, using secondary sources. Special emphasis on an area of interest to the student who must submit a detailed study proposal to be approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator, prior to registration. The product may be applied to SOC 4644, Honors Thesis. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to Departmental Honors Program, permission of Departmental Honors Coordinator, and completion of a minimum of 15 hours of sociology. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 3 hours. Course restricted to Sociology majors. Equivalent courses: SOC 44001, 44002, 44003, 44004, 44005, and 44006.
Credits: 1 to 3
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SOC 4555 - Honors Research
(Arr.-Arr. 3) On Demand. In consultation with a faculty supervisor, the student designs, executes, and writes the results of an original piece of research using primary data. Any research methodology may be employed. The student must submit a detailed study proposal to be approved by the faculty supervisor and the Departmental Honors Coordinator prior to registration. The product may be applied to SOC 4644, Honors Thesis. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to Departmental Honors Program, permission of Departmental Honors Coordinator, completion of SOC 4444, one of the honors core courses (SOC 3920 or SOC 3291 or SOC 3292), one of the non-honors core courses (SOC 3050 or SOC 3620 or SOC 3630), and completion of a total minimum of 18 hours of sociology. Course may not be repeated. Course restricted to Sociology majors.
Credits: 3
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SOC 4644 - Sociology Honors Thesis.
(Arr.-Arr. 3) On Demand. Preparation of a written thesis on a topic in sociology approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator prior to registration. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to Departmental Honors Program, permission of Departmental Honors Coordinator, completion of SOC 4555, one of the honors core courses (SOC 3920 or SOC 3291 or SOC 3292), two of the non-honors core courses (SOC 3050 or SOC 3620 or SOC 3630), and completion of a total minimum of 30 hours of sociology. Course may not be repeated. Course restricted to Sociology majors.
Credits: 3
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SOC 4700 - Dynamics of Collective Behavior.
(3-0-3) S. Analysis of transitory phenomena, including publics, audiences, crowds, mobs, riots, and social movements.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G.
Credits: 3
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SOC 4720 - Sociology of Social Movements.
(3-0-3) S. This course surveys sociological approaches to the study of social movements. Topics include mobilization and recruitment, organization and tactics, identity and ideology, as well as the historical context in which social movement activism takes place. Case studies of specific movements will be presented.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G or permission of instructor. Course may not be repeated.
Credits: 3
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SOC 4750 - Sociological Analysis of Juvenile Delinquency.
(3-0-3) S. Advanced study of theories of etiology, treatment and prevention.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G, 2761 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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SOC 4790 - The Correctional Process: A Sociological Analysis.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Provides an understanding of the entire field of correctional systems in terms of its official objectives, its actual effects and effectiveness, including special focus on experimental programs.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G and SOC 2761. Technology-delivered sections of the course are restricted to students in EIU programs that are exclusively online or off-campus.
Credits: 3
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SOC 4800 - Sociological Aspects of Gerontology.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Review of current gerontological theories and research; consideration of structural and functional aspects of the social order as related to the aging process.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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SOC 4820 - Sociology of Health and Health Care.
(3-0-3) S. This course provides a sociological analysis of health, illness, and health care systems. Substantive topics covered include the social distribution of health and illness, the illness experience, the socialization and development of health care workers, and the social organization of medicine.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 1838G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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SOC 4900 - Current Issues in Sociology.
(3-0-3) F, S. Analysis of selected current social problems. Restricted to majors in Sociology and Social Science.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SOC 3050, 3620, and 3630; sociology core GPA of 2.00; senior standing except with permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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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.
Credits: 2
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SPE 3000 - Education of Individuals with Exceptional Learning Needs.
(3-1-3) 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 specialized curricula, and the educational programs designed to meet their needs in a range of instructional environments are addressed.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SPE 2000.
Credits: 3
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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 significant exceptional learning needs, across the life span, including individuals with intellectual disabilities, multiple disabilities, orthopedic impairments, 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. A practicum experience is required in public schools and/or community programs.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SPE 2000 and SPE 3000 or concurrent enrollment. Permission of department chairperson required for non-majors.
Credits: 3
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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
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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
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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. Permission of the department chairperson required for non-majors.
Credits: 3
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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SPE 3700 - Individualized Independence Curriculum and Materials.
(3-2-3) F, S. A study of the curricular content and materials which provide and enhance access to the individualized curriculum for individuals with moderate to significant exceptional learning needs. Development and the role of the Individualized Education program, Transition, and the Individualized Service Plan in curriculum development, materials selection and development, and evaluation and assessment are significant components of this course. A practicum experience is provided in public schools and/or community programs.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SPE 2000, 3000, and 3100 or concurrent enrollment.
Credits: 3
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SPE 3970 - Study Abroad.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-15) See STA 3970.
Credits: 1 to 15
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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
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SPE 4525 - Communication and Early Literacy Skills of Children (Birth to 8) At Risk and with Exceptional Learning Needs.
This course addresses strategies for assessment and instruction of verbal/nonverbal communication and early literacy 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 and 3220 or 3200/3201. Permission of the Department Chairperson required for non-majors.
Credits: 3
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SPE 4530 - Facilitating Language and Literacy in Individuals with Exceptional Learning Needs.
(3-0-3) F, S. Strategies for assessing and facilitating language and literacy in individuals with exceptional learning needs across levels of severity, excluding visual impairments, are examined. Additional areas of emphasis include: instructional strategies, including strategies for students who are culturally and linguistically diverse, the use of assistive devices, functional language assessment, reading and writing strategies for the content areas, and collaboration with families and other professionals.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SPE 3000 and 3200/3201 and prerequisite(s) or co-requisite(s) SPE 4525, SPE 4700 and 4800. Permission of the department chairperson required for non-majors.
Credits: 3
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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
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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
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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
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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, material selection and development, and evaluation and assessment are significant components of this course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SPE 2000, 3000, 3200 and 3201.
Credits: 3
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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. Permission of the Department Chairperson required for non-majors.
Credits: 3
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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 specialized 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. Successful completion of a practicum experience is required.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SPE 3000, 3200 and 3201; SPE 4700 must be taken prior to or concurrently with this course.
Credits: 3
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SPE 4741 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Study of a topic selected by the candidate subject to approval of the Department Chairperson. May be repeated once for a total of six semester hours of credit.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of the Department Chairperson.
Credits: 1 to 3
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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
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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
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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. Permission of the department chairperson required for non-majors.
Credits: 3
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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
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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
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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. Permission of the department chairperson required for non-majors.
Credits: 3
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Strategies for Academic Success (EIU) |
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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. Does not count toward graduation.
Credits: 1
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Student Leadership (STL) |
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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
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Student Teaching (STG) |
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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
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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 licensure 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 Licensure Test of Academic Proficiency 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
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Study Abroad (STA) |
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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
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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
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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
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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
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STA 4000G - Study Abroad Capstone.
(1-0-1) Students will exercise their abilities to think critically about their global education experiences. They will develop, summarize, and synthesize their individualized experience through readings, assignments, and a substantive writing sample that may be submitted to the Electronic Writing Portfolio, an individualized project, and a presentation. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Must have completed an approved EIU study abroad experience of 2 hours or more and 75 hours.
Credits: 1
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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
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Theatre Arts (THA) |
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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