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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS All
of the following courses, unless otherwise designated, are acceptable as
requirements or electives for one or more graduate degree programs at Longwood
University. Students should consult with their academic advisor to determine
whether or not any specific course is or is not applicable to a particular
degree program. In addition, those graduate courses offered periodically for
licensure purposes and not applicable to any degree program will be clearly so
designated in this catalog. Courses that partially or totally comprise
distance-learning opportunities will comply with all course and faculty
standards for traditional on-campus courses. ART ART
543. Art
for the Elementary and Middle School. Lecture and studio course in
theory and methods related to the elementary and middle school. 3 credits. BIOLOGY BIOLOGY
500. Field
Ornithology. A field course emphasizing identification of birds by sight and
sound in Virginia’s mountain, coastal, and piedmont regions. Students will
also gain an understanding of general habitat associations, breeding behavior,
and conservation issues. Census and monitoring techniques will be studied to
emphasize the development of practical skills. Activities focused on Southside
Virginia with additional required extended trips to other areas. Laboratory
work, field activities, and independent study required. Offered during summer
session. 6 credits. BIOLOGY
505. Field
Mammalogy. A field course emphasizing identification of common mammals in
Virginia’s mountain, coastal, and piedmont regions. Studies will also gain an
understanding of general habitat associations, breeding behavior, and
conservation issues. Additional emphasis will be placed on learning to employ
standard census techniques such as small mammal and bat trapping and radio
telemetry. Students will have the
opportunity to contribute to a long-term research project on small mammal
populations. Activities focused on Southside Virginia with additional required
extended trips to other areas. Offered during summer session. 6 credits. BIOLOGY
530. Conservation
Biology.
A multifaceted course focused on the application of basic ecological principles
to complex conservation problems. Successful conservation efforts required that
biological solutions be meshed with political, social, and economic realities,
and thus conservation biology is an interdisciplinary field. Class discussions
and projects will apply basic concepts to the high-stakes field of endangered
species management as well as local, regional, and global biodiversity
conservation. Students will be required to complete research assignments
independently and as part of a functional team.
Students will prepare a comprehensive and holistic recovery plan for a
threatened or endangered species. 4 credits. BIOLOGY
541. Field
Ecology. A field course studying the fundamental concepts, principles, and
terminology of ecology at the population, community, and ecosystem levels. Major
emphasis is placed on learning various field sampling techniques for plants and
animals in both terrestrial and aquatic environments.
Students will also develop skills for using field instrumentation to
measure abiotic factors. Expert consultants from other institutions and from
federal and state agencies provide additional exposure to other scientific
research and management perspectives and allow students to explore various
career options. Overnight field
trips required. Offered during summer session. Prerequisite: Biology 122 or
permission of instructor. 6 credits. BIOLOGY
543. Field
Botany. A field course emphasizing the ecology and the taxonomy of local
plants in their natural habitats. Daily trips are made to local biological
communities where some specimens are examined and collected to enhance future
recognition of the plants. Students are expected to learn the scientific names
and classification of the most common bryophytes, pteridophytes, wildflowers,
shrubs and trees of the Virginia Piedmont, coast and mountains. Additional
emphasis is placed on the development of skills for using plant keys to
determine species identity. Overnight field trips required. Offered during
summer session. 6 credits. CHEMISTRY CHEMISTRY
500. Chemistry
of the Environment. This course addresses the science of the complex
interactions that occur among terrestrial, atmospheric, aquatic, living, and
anthropological environments. Interactions
are addressed from diverse perspectives including chemistry, biology, ecology,
and governmental regulations. Emphasis is placed on the study of the sources,
reactions, transport, effects and fates of chemical species in water, soil, air,
and living environments. The role that technology plays in these systems is also
discussed. Prerequisite: CHEM 551. 3 credits CHEMISTRY
551. Instrumental
Analysis Projects. The theory and use of optical and electrochemical methods
of chemical analysis applied to environmental, industrial, or medical problems.
Practical laboratory methods emphasized. Prerequisite: CHEM 232 or permission of
instructor. 3 lecture, one 3-hour lab periods. 4 credits. CHEMISTRY
552. Chromatographic
Analysis Projects. The theory and use of chromatographic methods of chemical
separation and analysis applied to environmental, industrial, or medical
problems. Practical laboratory methods emphasized. Prerequisite: CHEM 232 or
permission of instructor. 3 lecture, one 3-hour lab periods. 4 credits.
EARTH
SCIENCE 510.
Geomorphology. This seminar will
examine the major geomorphic processes that affect the surface of the earth. The
focus of the course will be on geomorphic processes that are most relevant to
the landscape of Virginia and how these local features fit within the context of
landform development theories. The human impact on these geomorphic processes,
particularly the effects of urbanization and erosive land use, will be discussed
with regard to current models of geomorphic change. 3 credits. EARTH
SCIENCE 520.
Stream Processes & Landforms.
This course will examine the dynamics of rivers and the landforms, which result
from stream flow. Students will
learn laboratory, field and analytical techniques to evaluate drainage basin,
stream flow, and channel form characteristics. The human impact on fluvial
systems, particularly urbanization and erosive land use, will be discussed with
regard to current models of river channel changes.
Students are expected to attend all field trips. Offered during summer
session. Prerequisite: EASC/GEOG
354, EASC 554 or permission of instructor. 6 credits. EARTH
SCIENCE 554.
Hydrology. An introductory survey of
hydrology. Emphasis is on the general physical and chemical principles which
govern hydrologic processes. Approaches
to hydrologic measurements and the application of hydrologic analyses to
water-resource management issues will be examined.
A basic understanding of elementary mathematics, physics, physical
geography, and chemistry is assumed. Graduate
students will be expected to participate in seminar discussions of readings
pertinent to environmental issues in hydrology. 3 credits. EARTH
SCIENCE 555.
Climatology.
An introductory survey of climatology. The dynamics and general circulation of
the atmosphere will be qualitatively examined.
Emphasis will be on surface and upper level atmospheric linkages in the
mid-latitudes and will include discussion of tropospheric waves, jet streams and
cyclogenesis. The goal of this course will be to explore regional climatic
patterns and anomalies with a fundamental understanding of synoptic atmospheric
processes. 3 credits.
ECONOMICS
500. Environmental
Economics. A course focusing on environmental problem solving through the
application of economic logic. Emphasis is placed on resolution of environmental
problems in economically sustainable ways, on how economic institutions such as
the marketplace can be used to achieve environmental goals, and on the role of
government in helping to solve environmental problems. Topics include
progressive environmentalism vs. reactionary environmentalism, property rights
and their relation to environmental issues, externalities, federal regulation,
and the roles of government and the private sector in addressing environmental
issues. The course includes extensive library research centered on
economic-environmental issues. Critical analysis of published articles is
emphasized, and a research topic is required. Prerequisite: course in
microeconomics. 3 credits.
EDUCATION
502. Research
Design. An examination of methodology in educational research with emphasis
on the historical, descriptive, developmental and experimental methods. Designed
application and use by teachers, supervisors, administrators, counselors, and
librarians. Required within
the first nine hours of the programs in which this course is a
requirement. 3 credits. EDUCATION
503. Introduction
to the Counseling Profession. An introduction based on an exploration of the
historical, philosophical, and theoretical foundations of counseling as a
behavioral science along with an examination of the techniques utilized and the
roles and functions of counselors in a variety of settings.
3 credits. EDUCATION
504. Educational
Leadership. This course is designed for graduate students who have school
administration as a career goal. The
focus of the course is the development of an understanding of the complexity of
leadership and the role of the educational leader in a time of fundamental
changes in the fabric of our society - racially, linguistically and culturally.
The new paradigms of leadership stress the leader’s role in managing change.
The course will emphasize those topics that the literature has identified as
critical for school leaders to possess in order to improve the teaching-learning
environment in schools. 3 credits. EDUCATION
505. Theories
of Counseling and Psychotherapy. An introduction and orientation to the
philosophical and theoretical frameworks of selected counseling approaches. The
relationship between theoretical constructs and practical application will be
examined and critically analyzed. 3 credits. EDUCATION
506. Foundations
of the Teaching Profession. This course is designed to develop an
understanding of the historical, philosophical, and sociological foundations
underlying the development and organization of public education in the United
States. Attention is given to the legal status of teachers and students,
including federal and state laws and regulations, school as an
organization/culture, and contemporary issues in education. In addition, the
course is designed to link the foundations of education with actual classroom
teaching behaviors. The basic elements of lesson planning based on Standards of
Learning, classroom management and discipline, questioning techniques, and
assessment are included. 3 credits. EDUCATION
521. Human
Growth and Development. The principles and processes of human development
covering the entire life span. Major aspects of development (social, physical,
mental, emotional, etc.) are traced through the various stages of development,
and their interaction in organized behavior examined. 3 credits. EDUCATION
522. Inquiry
Into the Literacy Process. Investigating current research, students will
study how the reader transacts developmentally with the language of the text, is
influenced by the contextual framework and by various social factors.
Students will investigate historical and philosophical perspectives of
literacy educational practices. 3 credits. EDUCATION
524.
Emergent and Early Language
Acquisition and Literacy Instruction.
Application
of child development and language acquisition knowledge in making effective
and appropriate decisions
about early childhood and literacy practices will be examined for both emergent and
early literacy learners. 3 credits. EDUCATION
525. Middle
School
Literacy Education. Examining current research of the developmental,
cognitive, and instructional variations in grades 4 through 9, candidates will
study how to put research into practice with synthesis that represents the
current thinking in the field. 3 credits. EDUCATION
526. Evaluation
of Literacy. This
course develops a sensitivity in literacy education through analysis of various
evaluative devices; utility of assessments, characteristics of effective
assessment administration, analytical interpretation aimed toward integrating
test results with instruction. Prerequisites:
Educ 522, 524, and 525 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits. EDUCATION 527. Working with the Struggling Student.
Helping all students to become effective, strategic readers that read and write
purposefully with enthusiasm is one of the greatest challenges facing classroom
teachers today. This course is
designed to assist teachers to use well-informed diagnostic judgment and the
tools and strategies to monitor student’s literacy development effectively. 3
credits. EDUCATION
530. Teaching
Reading in the Content Area. This course provides the graduate student with
an analysis of skills and strategies for facilitating content area reading in
intermediate grades, middle school, high school, and with developmental college
students. 3 credits. EDUCATION
535.
School Improvement Planning
Process. This course is designed to provide the student with an overview of
the school improvement planning process, school data disaggregation, and the
development of a school improvement plan (SIP). Students will be required to
work with a team to examine school data, submit a SIP, and evaluate progress on
the SIP. 3 credits. EDUCATION
542. Curriculum
Development in the Elementary School. A study of principles and current
patterns of curriculum development in the elementary school. 3 credits. EDUCATION
543. Curriculum
Development in the Middle and Secondary School. A study of principles and
current patterns of curriculum development at the secondary level.
3 credits. EDUCATION
544. Social
Sciences in Elementary Education. Theory and methods related to the social
sciences in the elementary school curriculum.
3 credits. EDUCATION
545. Techniques
of Counseling and Psychotherapy.
Introductory course into the techniques of individual counseling. Practical
application of a variety of therapeutic approaches will be explored through
lecture, discussion, and practice. Prerequisites: EDUC 503 and 505.
3 credits. EDUCATION
547. Instructional
Media and Computer Technology in the Classroom. A study of the evaluation,
selection, utilization, and integration of instructional media and computers in
the teaching-learning process. 3 credits. EDUCATION
549. School-Community
Relations and Substance Abuse.
A study of the principles, philosophy, agencies and practice involved in a
school and community relations program. 3
credits. EDUCATION
555. Psychological
Testing and Appraisal. A course in the construction and interpretation of
standardized tests; intelligence, aptitude and achievement tests are discussed
in terms of their validity, reliability, norms and scaling. Psychoeducational
assessment. 3 credits. EDUCATION
565. Teaching
Students Through Their Individual Learning Styles.
Includes an introduction to various learning style models and diagnostic
instruments. Stresses the critical analysis and creative development and use of
brain-compatible learning strategies to meet the needs of all students,
including those with special needs. 3 credits. EDUCATION
571. Foundations
of Instruction and Learning Theory. Critical appraisal of research in areas
of learning. Study of instructional models as applied to classroom instruction.
3 credits. EDUCATION
572. Public
School Administration.
An introduction to school administration including: the organization and
structure of the school system; legal basis for school administration;
authority, responsibility and control of different levels of government for
education; problems related to financial support of education and administration
and supervision of the instructional program; and techniques of communication,
personnel administration and record keeping.
3 credits. EDUCATION
575. Literacy
Development and Cultural Awareness.
A course designed to help teachers in the NK-12 classroom and/or readings
specialists appraise literacy practices as interactions, values, and beliefs as
well as reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
Culture and its impact on literacy development success in the classroom
will be emphasized. Cultural and
developmental theories will be evaluated. 3
credits. EDUCATION
595. Special
Topics. Topics
will vary from semester to semester. Descriptions will be available from
academic advisors. May be repeated for credit when topics change. 1-3 credits. EDUCATION
601. Counseling
in a Pluralistic Society. Through theoretical framework and major issues,
this course is designed to explore culturally diverse populations. Emphasis will
be placed on the development of the culturally skilled counselor.
3 credits. EDUCATION
605. Group
Counseling Theories and Techniques.
Exploration of a variety of theoretical approaches and their practical
application to the process of group counseling. Techniques and methods will be
examined through lecture, discussion, and practice. Prerequisites: EDUC 503,
505, and 545. 3 credits. EDUCATION
610. Career
Counseling and Career Development.
A review of the occupational information sources and materials, occupational
libraries, community resources, plant tours, career week, college day and
visiting speakers. 3 credits. EDUCATION
612. Counseling
Strategies for Healthy Adjustment. An examination of counseling issues and
treatment strategies for a variety of personal and interpersonal adjustment
problems relevant for school and community based counseling.
Students will learn to plan effective individual treatment approaches
based on interventions with demonstrated effectiveness. 3 credits. EDUCATION
613. Guidance
and Counseling of Exceptional Students. A detailed study of the major
aspects of counseling students who are exceptional (social, physical, mental,
emotional, and gifted). Heavy emphasis is placed on continuing life adjustment.
3 credits. EDUCATION
620. School
Law. A study of laws,
regulations, judicial decisions, and constitutional provisions relating to
education. The relationship of legal principles to current problems of school
administration in Virginia is emphasized. 3 credits. EDUCATION
621. Technology
for School Administrators. This
course is specifically designed to target school principals. Participants will
study, discuss and problem solve how technology is used in overall site
administration, in a computer lab and in a computer-using classroom.
Technologies will include stand-alone computers, networking computers, the
internet and distance learning. The purpose is to define the range and scope of
technology use in education and to develop decision-making skills for guidance
of technology purchases and purposes. 3 credits. EDUCATION
625. Public
School Finance. An
analysis of the problems and principles involved in financing public schools.
Consideration is given to federal, state, and local roles in school finance.
Economics of education, budgeting procedures and other aspects of school
business management are emphasized. 3 credits. EDUCATION
627. Advanced
Practicum in Analysis and Instruction. The investigation and evaluation
procedures used for determining possible causal factors for underachievement in
literacy. An emphasis will be
placed on the instructional practices and professional decision making used for
competency in assisting struggling readers and writers. This class will be done
at a local school district in conjunction with their summer school schedule.
Prerequisites: EDUC 522, 524, 525,
526 and 530. 6 credits. EDUCATION
628. School
Personnel Administration. A study of the problems and techniques of
staff-personnel relationships in educational organizations. 3 credits. EDUCATION
637. Practice
and Ethics of Guidance and Counseling
in the P - 12 Setting. An
examination of professional ethics of counseling in the elementary, middle, and
secondary schools and, from a developmental framework, a review of the specific
job functions at each level. 3 credits. EDUCATION
638. Practicum
in Guidance and Counseling in the P-12 Setting. . Supervised guidance and counseling experience in
elementary, middle, and high school settings for 450 clock hours. Prerequisites:
EDUC 505, 545, 555, 605, 610 and 612.
Supervisory fee. 3 credits. EDUCATION
645. Organization,
Supervision of the School Reading Program. Synergistic
decision-making will empower candidates as they analyze current research
options, procedures, and requirements for exemplary reading programs.
Theoretical principles and practices for effective program development
will be addressed that include staff development, community outreach, reading
material selection, and evolving roles and responsibilities of reading
personnel. This course will provide
a comprehensive picture of how essential elements of curriculum, instruction,
assessment, and on going staff development are interwoven to develop effective
research based literacy programs. Prerequisites:
Nine credits from the following – Educ 522, 524, 525, 526, 530, or 575.
Permission to enroll in this course by someone outside the Literacy and
Culture concentration must be approved by the Program Coordinator and the
student must have completed nine graduate credits.
3 credits. EDUCATION
671. Supervision
and Evaluation of Instruction and Instructional Programs. A course for
teachers, principals, supervisors and administrators. The nature and scope of
supervision as educational leadership in the improvement of instruction. 3
credits. EDUCATION
681. Foundations
of Evaluation of Learning. Techniques and resources of educational
evaluation of instructional efficiency helpful to teachers, supervisors and
administrators. 3 credits. EDUCATION
682. Seminar
in Visions of Leadership and Learning. A capstone seminar for licensed
teachers that will integrate research based concepts learned in the graduate
program. The seminar will result in the development of a comprehensive
educational plan for personal and professional leadership. The course will
emphasize the reflective, educational leader’s role in areas of curriculum,
assessment, instruction, classroom management, action research, technology,
mentoring and collaboration to effect real change at the classroom and building
level. Must be taken the semester prior to the comprehensive examination. 3
credits. EDUCATION
689. Internship
in Elementary Education PreK-6. All students in the graduate Elementary
Education PreK-6 program will participate in the student teaching internship.
Each student is assigned to work with a qualified cooperating teacher in a
selected school setting. The
student teaching intern goes to the school setting and follows the schedule of
the cooperating teacher for a total of 350 clock hours.
Prerequisites: EDUC 506, 521, 524, 525, 530, 544, 547, 571, and 575, MATH
623, and SCED 562. Supervisory fee.
6 credits. EDUCATION
690. Internship
in Educational Leadership, K-12. 200 clock hours. Supervisory fee. 3
credits. EDUCATION
699. Comprehensive
Examination. Prerequisite for all concentrations: 30 hours. Prerequisites
for the Guidance and Counseling and Community and College Counseling
concentrations: EDUC 502, 503, 505,
521, 545, 555, 605, and 612, and either EDUC 637 or PSYC 651 or PSYC 660. Course
fee. 0 credits. EDUCATION/SCHOOL
LIBRARY MEDIA EDUCATION/SCHOOL
LIBRARY MEDIA 503.
Media Selection and Evaluation.
Theory and principles of information acquisition and access to meet factual,
educational, cultural and recreational needs. Includes the analysis, selection,
evaluation, and management of media material and equipment to build and maintain
an information center collection. 3 credits. EDUCATION/SCHOOL
LIBRARY MEDIA 548.
Production of Media for Instruction.
Theory, production, and use of educational technology with laboratory
experiences in production of materials, equipment operation, and classroom
utilization. 3 credits. EDUCATION/SCHOOL
LIBRARY MEDIA 560.
Informational
Sources and Services. The
philosophy, policies, and skills necessary for providing information access
skills to students, including bibliographic instruction and reference services.
3 credits. EDUCATION/SCHOOL
LIBRARY
MEDIA 561.
Computers as Data Managers. Using
existing and emerging technologies for data management in school library media
centers. Previous computer
experience is assumed. 3 credits. EDUCATION/SCHOOL
LIBRARY MEDIA 580.
Technical Processing of Materials.
The procedures and techniques essential for organizing and providing access to
all types of materials in library catalogs.
3 credits. EDUCATION/SCHOOL
LIBRARY MEDIA 595.
Special Topics. Selected topics in
library science. The topics will vary from semester to semester. Description
will be available from academic adviser. May be repeated for credit when topics
change. 3 credits. EDUCATION/SCHOOL
LIBRARY MEDIA 660.
Collaborative Instructional Processes. Emphasizes
the role of the library media specialist in curriculum and instruction. Focuses
on collaborative partnerships between classroom teachers and the school library
media specialist in information literacy skills instruction. Includes attention
to curriculum design and learning theories to enhance information processing
skills. 3 credits. EDUCATION/SCHOOL
LIBRARY MEDIA 670.
Administration of School Library Media
Centers. A critical review and study of philosophies, policies, and
procedures essential to the administration, organization, management, and
assessment of resources, programs, staff, and facilities. Topics include
professionalism, ethical issues, professional affiliation, communication skills,
leadership, effective public relations, budgeting, and resource sharing.
Prerequisites: LISC 660 or permission of instructor. 3 credits.
EDUCATION/SCHOOL
LIBRARY MEDIA
690.
Clinical Experience in Library Media
Services. A minimum of 200 clock hours in a school library media center
supervised by a faculty adviser. Supervisory
fee--$75.00. 3 credits.
All
ENGL courses numbered 500 and above have as a prerequisite at least two years of
English. All ENGL courses numbered
600 and above are to be distinguished as intensive, seminar courses with student
responsibility for research and presentation, and are to concern literature and
its criticism. Only
one of these starred courses (*) may count toward the required 30 hours in the
Literature concentration. Descriptions
are available prior to registration for the following courses which may be
repeated for credit when the topic changes: ENGL 511, 512, 513, 514, 515, 522,
523, 525, 531, 532, 541, 542, 543, 544, 562 and all 600 level courses except
ENGL 600. ENGLISH
510.
Creative Writing. A writing course
designed for writers. The course will consist of extensive writing in the areas
of prose, poetry, fiction and non-fiction, from manuscript preparation to
submitting for publication. Lectures, class reading and analysis. 3 credits. * ENGLISH
511. The
Epic. Study in the tradition and qualities of the epic as a unique genre
with emphasis on one or more forms or a period in which the genre flourishes. 3
credits. ENGLISH
512. Poetry.
Study in the tradition and qualities of poetry as a unique genre with emphasis
on one or more specific forms or a period in which the genre flourishes. 3
credits. ENGLISH
513. The
Novel. Study in the tradition and qualities of the novel as a unique genre
with emphasis on one or more specific forms or a period in which the genre
flourishes. 3 credits. ENGLISH
514. Short
Story.
Study in the tradition and qualities of the short story as a unique genre with
emphasis on one or more forms or a period in which the genre flourishes. 3
credits. ENGLISH
515.
Drama.
Study in the tradition and qualities of drama as a unique genre with emphasis on
one or more forms or a period in which the genre flourishes. 3 credits. ENGLISH
522. Major
Figures in Fiction. Extended study in the work of from one to three major
English or American writers. 3
credits. ENGLISH
523. Major
Figures in Poetry. Extended study in the work of from one to three major
English or American writers. 3 credits. ENGLISH
525. Shakespeare.
Extended study in the works of William Shakespeare. 3 credits. ENGLISH
531.
Arthurian Literature.
Comparative study of Arthurian material of various countries from medieval
through modern periods. 3 credits. ENGLISH
532. Women
and Literature. Study of the tradition of literature by and about women. 3
credits. ENGLISH
541. Ethnic
Literature. Study of the literary tradition of an ethnic group such as
Afro-American,
Jewish, Chicano, or Native American peoples. 3 credits. ENGLISH
542. Regional
Literature. Study of the literary tradition of a region, such as the
American South, or Ireland. 3 credits. ENGLISH
543. Postcolonial
Literature. Study of literature written in English from countries during and
after colonial contact with Britain, excluding the United States. 3 credits. ENGLISH
544. Literature
and Culture. Extended study of British or American literature and culture at
a particular point in time or of a literary theme over time. Emphasis on the
relationship of literature to its cultural context, including politics, social
organization, art, and music. 3 credits. ENGLISH
562. Literary
Criticism. Study of the history and aims of literary criticism from Plato
and Aristotle to the present. 3 credits. ENGLISH
570. Professional
Writing Skills. Intensive reading and writing workshop focused on developing
professional expository prose within the student’s field of endeavor. The last
half of the course will be devoted to writing workshops critiquing
"works" in progress of some "real world" writing project.
3 credits.* ENGLISH
579. Writing:
Theory and Practice in the Middle, Secondary and College Classroom. A
study of theories and strategies for improving writing.
Includes a discussion of analyzing subject matter, determining purpose
and audience, drafting, revising, editing (including using correct mechanics),
and evaluating the elements of effective writing instruction at the middle,
secondary and college levels. This
course will also contain a field-based component in an actual classroom setting
when students will examine current pedagogical practices in the teaching of
writing. 3 credits.* ENGLISH
580. The
Teaching of English. A study of current practices with emphasis on specific
techniques and materials. 3 credits.* ENGLISH
581.
Literature for Young Adults.
A course designed to assist students preparing to teach in the secondary schools
in the selection and evaluation of books for this age level, including adult
books and classics, as well as other forms of media which might be used
appropriately in the secondary classroom. 3 credits.* ENGLISH
584. Evaluating
and Tutoring Writing. Instruction in diagnosing and evaluating writing, and
practice in giving individualized instruction in writing through the Writing
Center. May be repeated twice for credit. 1 credit. ENGLISH
585. Children’s
Literature. A
survey of poetry, prose, and other media appropriate for elementary students.
Methods of and practice in oral presentation and related listening skills.
Primarily for those preparing for or in careers in elementary education and
library science. Does not carry credit toward the masters’ in English or
Education with Curriculum and Instruction Specialist/English degrees. 3 credits. ENGLISH
595. Special
Topics. Selected topics in English. The topics will vary from semester to
semester. Descriptions will be available from academic advisers. May be repeated
for credit when topics change. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and
department chair. 1-3 credits. ENGLISH
600.
Thesis.
Study of a selected topic for the thesis written under the direction of a
departmental adviser. Students will not be given a satisfactory grade in the
final hours of Thesis without the successful defense of the thesis and the
submission of appropriate copies to the Library for binding and retention. 6
credits. ENGLISH
601. Graduate
Directed Teaching in the Middle and Secondary Classroom.
Required of all graduate students seeking Secondary Teaching Licensure in
English through Longwood University (others may apply for licensure through the
state after teaching for a year in a school with an approved mentor teacher).
Each student is assigned to work with a qualified cooperating teacher in
a selected school setting off campus. The student teacher goes to the school
setting and follows the schedule of the cooperating teacher(s) for a 14 week
period or one semester. This
schedule involves a minimum teaching day of six hours for five days each week.
Prerequisites: ENGL 579, 580, & 581 and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Fee
required. 3 credits. ENGLISH
611. Studies
in British Medieval Literature.
3 credits. ENGLISH
621. Studies
in the English Renaissance. 3
credits. ENGLISH
631. Studies
in British Neoclassicism and the Eighteenth Century 3 credits. ENGLISH
641. Studies
in British Romantic and Victorian Literature.
3 credits. ENGLISH
651. Studies
in Modern and Contemporary British Literature. 3
credits. ENGLISH
661. Studies
in American Colonial Literature. 3 credits. ENGLISH
671. Studies
in American Romanticism. 3 credits. ENGLISH
681. Studies
in American Realism and Naturalism. 3 credits. ENGLISH
691. Studies
in Modern and Contemporary American Literature. 3 credits. ENGLISH
695. Studies
in Special Topics. A parallel course to English 595 that will allow thematic
courses, cross-genre, cross-period, cross-nationality courses, and literary
criticism. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and department chair. 1-3
credits. ENGLISH
699. Comprehensive
Examination. Course
fee. 0 credits.
ENVIRONMENTAL
STUDIES 516.
Environmental Ethics. A
study of how the principles of ethical theory can be applied to contemporary
environmental controversies. Questions addressed will include, "What is
nature?" "Are humans a part of nature?" "Do natural
entities/beings such as animals, trees, rivers, and ecosystems have intrinsic
value?" and "Do anthropocentric, zoocentric, and ecocentric ethical
viewpoints have different implications for environmental policy?" Each
student will be involved in leading class discussions and will conduct a
substantial term paper/research paper on an environmental philosophy topic. 3
credits. ENVIRONMENTAL
STUDIES 550.
Biostatistics and Experimental Design.
This course focuses on identifying and using proper statistical analysis
techniques to solve biological problems. Scientifically valid methods of
experimental design will also be emphasized. Students will learn how to apply a
broad range of statistical tests commonly used in Biology and other scientific
disciplines, including but not limited to parametric and nonparametric analysis
of variance, simple and multiple linear regression, and principal components
analysis. Laboratory exercises will involve extensive use of computer software
to conduct statistical analyses. Students will be required to give one oral
presentation based on statistical analyses conducted in a publication from a
scientific journal. A short written summary of this presentation will also be
required. 4 credits. ENVIRONMENTAL
STUDIES 560.
Water Pollution. This course will
review the causes, sources, and effects of pollution on aquatic environments
(freshwater, groundwater, estuary and marine). Currently available
technological, behavioral, and legal solutions will also be reviewed.
Prerequisites: BIOL 341 or
541, EASC/GEOG 354 or 554, or permission of instructor. One 2-lecture a week, 2
to 4 field trips per semester. 3 credits. ENVIRONMENTAL
STUDIES 564.
Environmental Issues. An in-depth
study of the major environmental issues challenging modern society, including a
close examination of the causes of these issues and an analysis of corrective
measures that could be applied to each. Major topics addressed are population
dynamics; resource use, abuse, management, and conservation; consequences of
pollution, deforestation, biodiversity loss and climate alteration. Emphasis is
placed on establishing ecocentric ethical viewpoints and developing
Earth-sustainable systems. Prerequisites: BIOL
341 or 541. 3 credits. ENVIRONMENTAL
STUDIES 595. Special
Topics.
Topics will vary from semester to semester.
Descriptions will be available from departmental offices.
May be repeated for credit when topics change. 1-6 credits. ENVIRONMENTAL
STUDIES 600. Thesis
Research I.
An individualized course designed to familiarize the student with all research
techniques necessary for the execution of thesis research. The course includes a
segment on computerized bibliographic research techniques. Students will work
closely with their thesis director to master the methodologies essential to
their individual thesis research topics and will complete a designated portion
of their research during the semester. 3 credits. ENVIRONMENTAL
STUDIES 601.
Thesis Research II. A continuation of
ENST 600 Thesis Research I. Students will work on an individual basis with their
thesis advisers during the course of the semester to complete work on their
research and to begin writing the thesis. 3 credits. ENVIRONMENTAL
STUDIES 605. Environmental
Laws and Regulations.
An introduction to and survey of the fundamental concepts of the United States
environmental law and regulation system. Through use of textbooks, the Federal
Register, the Code of Federal Regulations and other library sources, the student
will gain an overview of the major U.S. environmental laws, their amendments,
and the regulations that implement them. Major topics addressed include the
National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking
Water Act, Noise Control Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, Toxic
Substances Control Act, CERCLA/Superfund, SARA/EPCRA, OSHA, and NPDES operating
permits. The relationship of the political, economic, legal and ethical
interactions to the law-making process and success of compliance with the
environmental laws will also be presented. The role of the Environmental
Protection Agency, the Council on Environmental Quality, and state and local
environmental agencies is discussed. 3 credits. ENVIRONMENTAL
STUDIES 699.
Comprehensive Examination. Course
fee. 0 credits.
FRENCH
500. Approaches
to Teaching French. A study of current theory and methods of teaching,
including application to the proficiency-oriented classroom. May be repeated for credit when topics change.
3 credits. FRENCH
501. Advanced
Grammar Through Composition and Conversation. A
practical study of the points of grammar most challenging to non-native
speakers; improvement of composition skills and oral interaction. Consideration
of teaching methods for specific grammatical concepts. 3 credits. FRENCH
502.
Advanced Conversation and Phonetics.
A study of theory and practical applications of phonetics in the target
language; specialized study of specific regional dialects. Topics to change each
semester. Practical study of conversational strategies and methods for teaching
these strategies. 3 credits. FRENCH
511, 512.
French Studies Abroad. Primarily
intended for transfer of credit earned abroad in French language, civilization,
literature, culture or pedagogy. 1-12 credit hours per semester; 1-6 credit
hours per four-or six-week summer session. FRENCH
520.
Topics in Literature. A study of literary topics, genres and movements suitable
for the secondary classroom. May be repeated for credit when topics change. 3
credits. FRENCH
521.
The Teaching of Literature. Taught in conjunction with FRENCH
520. An application of current theory and practice on the teaching of
literature in the secondary classroom. 3 credits. FRENCH
530.
Topics in Culture and Civilization. A study of traditional and current cultural
topics in the French-speaking world. May be repeated for credit when topics
change. 3 credits. FRENCH
531.
The Teaching of Culture and Civilization. Taught
in conjunction
with FREN CH 530.
An application of current theory and practice on the teaching of culture in the
secondary classroom. 3 credits. FRENCH 595. Special Topics. Topics will vary from semester to semester. Descriptions will be available from academic advisers. May be repeated for credit when topics change. 1-3 credits. FRENCH 601. Graduate Directed Teaching in the Elementary and Secondary Classroom. Required of students seeking K-12 teaching licensure in French. Each student is assigned to work with qualified cooperating teachers in a selected elementary school setting and a selected secondary school setting off campus, for six weeks in each setting. The student teaching intern follows the schedule of each cooperating teacher and will take over all duties under the supervision of the cooperating teacher. The schedule involves a minimum of 350 hours total in the schools. For those who are already teaching under a Provisional License, the Directed Teaching semester will be a mentorship of their current teaching position. Students will need to pass Praxis I and II and apply to the Teacher Education Office one year in advance of their internship placement. Prerequisites: Completion of all coursework for the degree, and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Supervisory fee. 6 credits.
GEOGRAPHY 560.
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems. Introduction to
study of geographic information systems (GIS).
Topics include cartography, coordinate systems and map projections, data
classification and generalization, methods of thematic map symbolization, GIS
application domains, data models and sources, analysis methods and output
techniques. Lectures, readings, and hands-on experience with GIS software. 3
lecture and one 2-hour lab. 4 credits.
GERMAN
500. Approaches
to Teaching German. A study of current theory and methods of teaching,
including application to the proficiency-oriented classroom. May be repeated for credit when topics change. 3 credits. GERMAN
501. Advanced
Grammar Through Composition and Conversation. A practical study of the
points of grammar most challenging to non-native speakers; improvement of
composition skills and oral interaction. Consideration of teaching methods for
specific grammatical concepts. 3
credits. GERMAN
502. Advanced
Conversation and Phonetics. A study of theory and practical applications of
phonetics in the target language; specialized study of specific regional
dialects. Topics to change each semester. Practical
study of conversational strategies and methods for teaching these strategies. 3
credits. GERMAN
511, 512.
German Studies Abroad. Primarily intended for transfer of credit earned abroad
in German language, civilization, literature, culture or pedagogy. 1-12 credit
hours per semester; 1-6 credit hours per four- or six-week summer session. GERMAN
520. Topics
in Literature. A study of
literary topics, genres and movements suitable for the secondary classroom. May
be repeated for credit when topics change. 3 credits. GERMAN
521. The
Teaching of Literature. Taught
in conjunction with GERMAN 520. An application of current theory and practice on
the teaching of literature in the secondary classroom. 3 credits. GERMAN
530. Topics
in Culture and Civilization. A
study of traditional and current cultural topics in the German-speaking world.
May be repeated for credit when topics change. 3 credits. GERMAN
531.
The Teaching of Culture and Civilization. Taught
in conjunction with GERM 530. An application of current theory and practice on
the teaching of culture in the secondary classroom.
3 credits. GERMAN
595. Special
Topics. Topics will vary from semester to semester. Descriptions will be
available from academic advisers. May be repeated for credit when topics change.
1-3 credits. GERMAN 601. Graduate Directed Teaching in the Elementary and Secondary Classroom. Required of students seeking K-12 teaching licensure in
German. Each student is assigned to work with qualified cooperating teachers in
a selected elementary school setting and a selected secondary school setting off
campus, for six weeks in each setting. The student teaching intern follows the
schedule of each cooperating teacher and will take over all duties under the
supervision of the cooperating teacher. The schedule involves a minimum of 350
hours total in the schools. For those who are already teaching under a
Provisional License, the Directed Teaching semester will be a mentorship of
their current teaching position. Students will need to pass Praxis I and II and
apply to the Teacher Education Office one year in advance of their internship
placement. Prerequisites: Completion of all coursework for the degree, and a
minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Supervisory fee. 6 credits.
HEALTH 500.
Environmental Health. The study of the environment as it relates to
the total well being of the individual with special emphasis on the threats to
human health posed by the degradation of the environment. Environmental
diseases/illnesses attributed to toxic substances, metals, pesticides, food
additives and contaminants, radiation, noise, and infectious agents will be
addressed. 3 credits. HEALTH
510. Health
Promotion. Analysis of the many factors that influence personal health
behavior and of the various models developed to explain it. Includes techniques
of influencing and/or changing health behavior appropriate to various settings.
3 credits. HEALTH
520. Computer
Applications in Health. Designed to give educators background on how
computers are used in education and guidelines for choosing hardware and health
education software. Health education software will be available for student
evaluation, and an overview of available health education software will be
given. 3 credits. HEALTH
565. Comprehensive
School Health Education.
A study of comprehensive school health education (CSHE) with a focus on
instructional methods and appropriate materials for teaching health K-12. It
includes an examination of the components of CSHE, curriculum design,
appropriate health education content, instructional methodology, selection and
use of available resources, evaluation techniques and audio-visual and
computer-assisted instruction. Prerequisite: Permission of the Department Chair.
3 credits. HEALTH 595. Selected Topics in Health Education. Topics will vary from semester to semester. Often conducted in workshop format during seminar sessions. 3 credits.
HISTORY 510. Virginia in the Civil
War. The course examines the role of Virginia in the American Civil War,
1861-1865. It emphasizes the political, economic, social, and military aspects
of the period, with particular focus on the causes of the war, on military
operations in Virginia and the role of Virginia troops and leaders, on the
impact of the war on Virginia’s civilian population, and on the results and
consequences of the war in the state. It will consist of lectures as well as
visits to various Virginia battlefields. Course
offered for licensure purposes only. 3
credits.
MATH
623. Teaching
Mathematics in Grades K-8. A
study of the mathematical content of the K-8 curriculum, how children learn
these mathematical concepts and skills, and the methods and techniques of
effective teaching of mathematics in grades K-8. Particular attention will be
fiven to learning activities that make provision for student involvement. 3
credits.
MUSIC
543. Music
for the Elementary and Intermediate School.
Study of the elementary and middle school music programs. Techniques, materials
and resources for the classroom teacher. 3 credits. MUSIC
544. Music
in the Integrated Classroom.
This course will address the interconnectedness of disciplines and intelligences
which is vital to the learning process. Music may be the primary, equal or
secondary part of a learning activity. Course offered for licensure purposes
only. 3 credits. MUSIC
546. Music
and the Special Learner. An overview of basic methodology for music
curriculum utilization and methodology adaptation for special learners of all
levels. 3 credits. MUSIC
597. Beginning
M.I.D.I. and Computer Applications in Music. This course is intended to be
an introduction to computer applications currently being used by composers,
performers and music educators. Topics to be covered include music notation and
sequencing software, live M.I.D.I. performance techniques, educational software,
CD-ROM applications, and a brief history of music technology. Participants will
use supervised lab time to complete short projects involving those topics.
Course offered for licensure purposes only. 3 credits.
PHYSICAL
EDUCATION 588.
Advanced Fitness Concepts. An
in-depth, advanced study of selected topics in exercise and physical fitness.
Emphasis is placed on a review of current literature and the development of
various techniques for the evaluation of physical fitness. 3 credits. PHYSICAL
EDUCATION 595.
Selected Topics in Physical Education.
Topics will vary from semester to semester. Often conducted in workshop format
during summer sessions. 3 credits. PHYSICAL
EDUCATION 600.
Master’s Project.
Supervised research utilizing scientific methodology in the development and
testing of a hypothesis. The student may pursue in-depth study in an approved
area including: curriculum design, statistical research, or historical survey. 3
credits. PHYSICAL EDUCATION 630. |