Longwood Graduate Catalog 2005-2006

Graduate Catalog

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.

ACCOUNTING (ACCT)

ACCOUNTING 540. Managerial Accounting. This course provides a comprehensive, graduate level discussion of managerial accounting. Broadly, this course focuses on the use of accounting data in the decision-making process for managers. As such, learning which data is important in different managerial settings, appropriately deriving and interpreting such relevant data, and then formulate best case strategies forms the core of study. More specifically, students learn to use the concepts of opportunity cost and organizational architecture as the framework for studying managerial accounting. 3 credits.

ACCOUNTING 640. Financial Statement Analysis. This course investigates financial reporting from a user perspective in interpreting and analyzing financial reports for investments and other decision making. The course begins with a review of accounting systems and then emphasizes analysis of financial statements and the implications for various user groups. Emphasis will be on use of the reports to judge company performance, to assess creditworthiness, to predict future financial performance, and to analyze possible acquisitions and take-overs. Users of financial statements must be able to meaningfully interpret financial reports, construct measures of financial performance and analyze the reporting choices made by companies. Also, since company managers choose accounting techniques when making their reports, users must learn to undo the effects of these accounting choices. The purpose of this course is to give the foundation for such analysis. Prerequisite: ACCT 540. 3 credits.

ACCOUNTING 643. Advanced Auditing. This course provides a comprehensive, graduate level discussion of the auditing environment. Attention will be paid to the circumstances culminating in the passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) and the implications of the Act to auditors. There will be a detailed discussion of managements’ expanded responsibility for the fair presentation of the financial statements and the system of internal control. The course will take an in-depth look at auditing standards, and the auditing process. There will be a detailed discussion of ethical issues related to the attest function. Prerequisite: ACCT 540. 3 credits.

ACCOUNTING 644. Tax Research and Planning. This course will help to develop the skills and knowledge needed to make effective use of available research resources in taxation. Specific topics will include determination of income, deductions, credits and tax liabilities for a variety of entities including individuals, corporations, partnerships and trusts. Prerequisite: ACCT 540. 3 credits.

ACCOUNTING 672. Accounting Information. This course will investigate the accounting information and control systems designed to increase the operational efficiency and reliability of financial information. Topics include: decision support; data security and integrity; emerging technologies; electronic commerce; systems development. Prerequisite: ACCT 540. 3 credits.

ACCOUNTING 675. Forensic Accounting. This course will present a broad view of forensic accounting, which is an emerging area within public accounting developed in response to the increase in financial crimes. This course will introduce the field and explore the discipline and how it interacts with other companies. The course will explore forensic techniques of financial investigation, reconstructing income, cyber crime forensic analysis, and asset recovery. Prerequisite: ACCT 540. 3 credits.

ACCOUNTING 685. Decision Making within the Legal and Ethical Environment. This course will explore the many facets of responsible decision making; how law and ethics applies to individuals and institutions in business; how creative business decisions are embedded in a social, legal, and moral context; and how law and ethics support and constrain business decisions. 3 credits.

ACCOUNTING 693. Consulting Practicum. This course will involve an on-the-job learning experience designed to give students an opportunity to apply their technical and professional skills and to observe organizations in action. This practicum is designed to enhance the curricula of the College of Business and Economics and to offer a joint opportunity for business executives and faculty to enhance the education of future business leaders. Prerequisites: ACCT 540, ECON 509, FINA 550, MANG 564, MANG 575, MARK 588, and permission of Instructor. 1-3 credits per consulting opportunity up to a maximum of 9 credits.

ACCOUNTING 695. Special Topics. This course investigates selected special topics in accounting. The topics may vary from semester to semester. It may be repeated for credit when topics change. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. 1-3 credits.

ART (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.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS (CSDS) (Program Begins Fall 2006)

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 520. Language Disorders in Infants and Preschool Children. Evaluation and treatment of language disorders in infants, toddlers and preschool children, including high risk factors, interdisciplinary assessment, program planning, and intervention. Fee required - $10.00. 3 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 522. Advanced Study in Articulation and Phonology. Etiology, evaluation, and treatment of articulation and phonologic disorders, with clinical application of current research. Fee required - $10.00. 3 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 525. Language Disorders in Children and Adolescents. Identification, evaluation, and treatment of language disorders in school-aged children and adolescents, including the impact of language in educational contexts, formal and informal assessment methods, alternative service delivery models, specific strategies for intervention in our culturally and linguistically diverse population. Prerequisite: CSDS 520. Fee required - $10.00. 3 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 530. Ethics and Professional Issues in Communication Disorders. Discussion of the ASHA Code of Ethics, contemporary professional, multi-cultural, and legal issues with application to clinical practice. 2 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 540. Aural (Re)Habilitation. This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the effects of hearing loss on speech/language/communication, hearing conservation, and principles of pediatric and adult hearing (re)habilitation. Fee required - $10.00. 3 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 542. Motor Speech Disorders. Assessment and treatment of apraxis and dysarthria. Fee required - $10.00. 2 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 565. Public School Methods in a Diverse Society. This course is a study of service delivery and administrative requirements for public school speech-language pathology programs. The course includes a history of special education; review and application of federal and state requirements associated with special education; language and communication expectations of the classroom; collaborative service delivery approaches; and cultural competency needed to work with diverse students. Fee required - $10.00. 2 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 575. Fluency Disorders. Theories of causation, evaluation, and management of disorders of fluency in children and adults. Fee required - $10.00. 2 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 580. Initial Practicum in Speech-Language and Hearing. Directed fieldwork with individuals with communication and/or swallowing disorders in the Longwood University speech-language clinic. May be repeated for credit. Fee required - $125.00. 2 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 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.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 600. Thesis. A graduate student in Communication Sciences and Disorders may elect to complete a Thesis as part of their graduate program. The thesis option is taken in place of the comprehensive examination. 3 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 610. Feeding and Swallowing Disorders Across the Lifespan. Assessment and treatment strategies for infants, children, and adults with feeding and/or swallowing disorders. Fee required - $35.00. 3 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 615. Aphasia, Right Hemisphere Disorders and Dementia. Assessment and treatment of aphasia, right hemisphere disorder and dementia. Fee required - $10.00. 3 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 620. Traumatic Brain Injury. Assessment and treatment of traumatic brain injury. Fee required - $10.00. 1 credit.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 625. Voice Disorders. This course provides information related to the anatomical and physiological bases for the normal production of voice as well as functional, organic, and neurogenic disorders of voice including theories, evaluation, and therapy methods. Fee required - $10.00. 3 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 630. Craniofacial Anomalies. Etiology and management of communication disorders related to cleft lip, cleft palate and associated disorders with emphasis on interdisciplinary management. Fee required - $10.00. 1 credit.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 640. Augmentative Communication. Introduction to augmentative and alternative communication including the strategies and AAC systems used to improve the communication skills of individuals with limited or nonfunctional speech. Fee required - $10.00. 1 credit.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 680. Practicum in Speech-Language and Hearing, and/or Dysphagia. Directed fieldwork with individuals with communication and/or swallowing disorders in the Longwood University speech-language clinic. Prerequisites: CSDS 580 and successful application to the CSDS Clinical Affairs Committee. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 credits. Fee required - $50.00 per credit. 1-4 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 685. Externship in Speech-Language and Hearing, and/or Dysphagia. Directed fieldwork with individuals with communication and/or swallowing disorders. Prerequisites: CSDS 680, completion of 150 clinical clock hours and successful application to the CSDS Clinical Affairs Committee. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 credits. Fee required - $50.00 per credit. 3-6 credits.

COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS 699. Comprehensive Examination. Prerequisites: 3.00 GPA and a minimum of 40 credit hours in the program completed or enrolled in final semester. Course fee - $35.00. 0 credits.

COMPUTER INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (CIMS)

COMPUTER INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS 570. Information Technology. This course focuses on the use and sharing of information through intranets and the Internet the use of technology and its application in a retail setting, the utilization of industry and business software and the importance of information for inventory management, customer research, and communication. Case studies for applications illustrating information needs for large and small retailers. 3 credits.

COMPUTER INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS 695. Special Topics. This course investigates selected special topics in Computer Information Management Systems. The topics may vary from semester to semester. It may be repeated for credit when topics change. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. 1-3 credits.

ECONOMICS (ECON)

ECONOMICS 501. Economics and the Environment in the K-12Classroom. This educator-oriented class is designed to cover the economic strands of the Virginia Standards of Learning using an environmental context. Students will learn basic economic theory and innovative, hands-on methods of delivering the content. Environmental themes include resource scarcity, common pool and tragedy of the commons, externalities, population growth, regulation, garbage and recycling, pollution, and endangered species. Children’s literature is incorporated. Students are responsible for development of curriculum activities appropriate for the classroom. Students may not use this course to meet th economics requirements in the economics major (BS OR BA in Economics), in the business administration major (BSBA) or in the economics minor. The course is offered for licensure purposes only. 3 credits.

ECONOMICS 509. Managerial Economics. The course will equip the student with the ability to properly frame any decisions faced (business or personal), and then arrive at the best solution given the information available. To do so requires two additional skills: 1)To accurately work with data to assess the economic environment, 2) The ability to think strategically. Topics include: profit maximization, demand analysis, elasticity, market power, regression analysis, game theory, and pricing strategies. 3 credits.

ECONOMICS 695. Special Topics. This course investigates selected special topics in economics. The topics may vary from semester to semester. It may be repeated for credit when topics change. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. 1-3 credits.

EDUCATION (EDUC)

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. Contemporary Social Issues in American Education. This course provides foundation to the scope and nature of education in American society as reflected in the historical, philosophical, and sociological forces affecting the development and organization of schooling. Emphasis is given to contemporary cultural issues impacting teaching and learning in a diverse society. 3 credits.

EDUCATION 508. Introduction to Elementary Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment. PreK-6 prospective teachers will examine the principles of content planning (curriculum), effective methods for teaching content that reflects best practices (instruction), and demonstrate the alignment of curriculum with assessment. Participants will initiate a Teacher Work Sample in a 30 hour minimum supervised field placement. 3 credits.

EDUCATION 518. Teaching the Writing Process K-8. This course focuses on the writing development of primary through middle school children, and on ways teachers can encourage and respond to student writing, assess writing and writing growth, and use writing as a means of learning. Selections from a variety of genre, including children’s and young adult’s literature, will be examined as exemplary models of writing and as classroom resources. 3 credits.

EDUCATION 520. Literacy Development and Cultural Awareness. This course is designed to help teachers and/or reading specialists in the PreK-12 classroom view literacy practices as social and cultural interactions, values, and beliefs as well as reading, writing, listening, speaking and viewing experiences. Culture and its impact on successful literacy development will be emphasized. 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 524. Emergent and Early Literacy Instruction. Application of child development and language acquisition knowledge in making effective and appropriate decisions about early childhood and elementary school literacy practices will be examined for both emergent and early literacy learners. 3 credits.

EDUCATION 525. Intermediate to Middle School Literacy Instruction. Examining current research of the developmental, cognitive, and instructional variations in grades 4 through 9, teachers will learn how to meet the unique needs of adolescent learners in reading, writing, speaking, listening and viewing. 3 credits.

EDUCATION 526. Classroom-based Literacy Assessment. Focusing on using benchmarks within the literacy developmental process, teachers and/or reading specialist/coaches will learn how to authentically assess literacy and how to use assessment to design effective instruction. Various assessments that are conducive to the classroom will be examined and applied. Prerequisites: at least twelve credit hours from the Literacy and Culture program requirements. This course should be taken the semester prior to taking EDUC 626. 3 credits.

EDUCATION 527. Strategies for Students who Struggle with Literacy. Helping all students to become effective, strategic readers and writers that read and write purposefully and with enthusiasm is one of the greatest challenges facing classroom teachers today. This course is designed to assist teachers in implementing a wide variety of teaching techniques to monitor and support student’s literacy development. 3 credits.

EDUCATION 529. Teaching Comprehension Strategies. This course offers an overview of the reading comprehension process and explores instructional techniques that can help students become proficient in using comprehension strategies to understand and appreciate both narrative and expository texts. 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 and writing in intermediate grades, middle school, high school, and with developmental college students. 3 credits.

EDUCATION 531. Inquiry into the Literacy Process. The focus of this course is an investigation of the historical and philosophical perspectives of literacy educational practices. Key research and researchers in the field of literacy will be examined in this historic and philosophical context. Prerequisites: at least twelve credits from the Literacy and Culture program requirements or permission from advisor. 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 573. Inquiry into the Classroom Community. PreK-12 prospective teachers will examine the principles of content planning (curriculum), effective methods for teaching content that reflects best practices (instruction), and demonstrate the alignment of curriculum with assessment. Participants will complete a Teacher Work Sample in a 75 hour minimum supervised field placement prior to the Professional Internship. Research that informs best practices for PreK-12 student learning will be examined. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. 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 626. Practicum I: Analysis & Instruction in Literacy. This is a supervised literacy practicum requiring teachers and/or reading specialists/coaches to utilize specific literacy assessments learned in EDUC 526 to design and implement instruction for a selected child. An emphasis will be placed on the instructional practices and professional decision making used for competency in assisting struggling readers and writers. Graduate candidates conduct this instruction in their own classrooms or in specified field settings. Prerequisites: 524, 526, and 527. It is highly recommended that EDUC 526 be taken the semester immediately prior to taking this course. 3 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. Prerequisites: EDUC 555, 605, 610 and 612. 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 - $75.00. 3 credits.

EDUCATION 645. Developing Leaders in Literacy. This course explores the evolving role of the reading specialist/coach in schools. Current research, procedures, and requirements for exemplary reading programs will be analyzed. Theoretical principles and practices for effective program development and leadership in the field of literacy that include assessment, staff development, community outreach, reading material selection, and the evolving roles and responsibilities of reading personnel will be addressed. Prerequisite: EDUC 626. 3 credits.

EDUCATION 646. Practicum II: Leadership in Literacy. This course is designed to build upon the content of EDUC 645 and prepare reading specialists/coaches for their role as school leaders in literacy. With a focus on the International Reading Association’s Standards for Reading Professionals, graduate candidates will demonstrate skills in professional development, literacy program design and supervision, coaching teachers in design and implementation of effective literacy instruction, and professional leadership in the area of literacy. Prerequisite: EDUC 626. 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. Graduate Directed Teaching/Professional Semester 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 qualified cooperating teachers in selected school settings, for seven weeks in each setting. The student teaching intern follows the schedule of each cooperating teacher for a minimum of 350 clock hours in the schools. For those teaching with a provisional License, the Graduate Directed Teaching/Professional Semester will be a mentorship of their current teaching position. Students will need to pass the Praxis II and apply to the Office of Professional Services within the first 2 weeks of the semester prior to the semester they expect to complete their graduate professional semester. Prerequisites: Permission of Instruc-tor required. Supervisory fee - $300.00. 6 credits.

EDUCATION 690. Internship in Educational Leadership, K-12. 200 clock hours. Supervisory fee - $75.00. 3 credits.

EDUCATION 699. Comprehensive Examination. Prerequisite for all concentrations: 30 hours and 3.0 GPA. 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 - $35.00. 0 credits.

EDUCATION/SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA (EDSL)

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 520. Library Resources for Children. A survey of fiction, poetry, non-fiction and other media appropriate for elementary students. Practice in oral presentation and listening skills. Designed to broaden school library media specialist’ acquaintance with major children’s authors and illustrators, children’s book awards, and trends and controversies in children’s literature. 3 credits.

EDUCATION/SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA 530. Library Resources for Young Adults. Designed for school library media specialists, this course provides an overview of resources available to young adults. Emphasis will be on reading, discussing, selecting, and evaluating materials in the context of adolescent development and current issues and trends. 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. Application of Existing and Emerging Technologies. Using existing and emerging technologies for instruction, acquisition, and administration in school library media centers, including tools and methodologies for data collection, analysis, reporting and management as well as the integration of technology into the information literacy curriculum. Previous computer experience, including familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word, is required. 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: EDSL 660 or permission of instructor. 3 credits.

EDUCATION/SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA 689. Supervised Experience in Library Media Services. A minimum of 300 clock hours in a school library media center supervised by a faculty advisor (100 each in elementary, middle, and high school settings), including taking an active role in the teaching of classes. Students will need to apply to the Office of Professional Services within the first 2 weeks of the semester prior to the semester they expect to complete their graduate professional semester. Restricted to candidates enrolled in School Library Media Initial Licensure Program. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Supervisory fee - $300.00. 6 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 advisor. Supervisory fee--$75.00. 3 credits.

ENGLISH (ENGL)

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, 601, 602, 603 and 604.

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. Studies in Shakespeare. Extended study of specific themes and topics in Shakespeare’s works. Topics may include, but will not be limited to: studies of a specific genre (comedy, tragedy, or history), studies of Shakespeare’s Roman plays or history plays, or studies in Shakespearean stage or film history. 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 550. The English Language in Cultural Context. An exploration of the intersections among diverse cultures, language structures, and language usage through contemporary linguistics. 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 and Editing. Introduction to workplace communication (written, oral, visual, and electronic) and editing (technical and copy editing) with emphasis on analyzing, producing, and editing rhetorically effective documents and presentations for specific audiences. The course culminates with a major project related to the student’s academic discipline or professional goals. 3 credits.*

ENGLISH 575. Advanced Dramatic Writing. An advanced workshop in traditional and contemporary techniques in writing various forms of drama, including plays, teleplays, and screenplays. Prerequisite: Permission of the Graduate Creative Writing Program Coordinator. 3 credits.*

ENGLISH 576. Advanced Fiction Writing. An advanced workshop in traditional and contemporary techniques in writing the short story. Prerequisite: Permission of the Graduate Creative Writing Program Coordinator. 3 credits.*

ENGLISH 577. Advanced Poetry Writing. An advanced workshop in traditional and contemporary techniques in writing poetry. Prerequisite: Permission of the Graduate Creative Writing Program Coordinator. 3 credits.*

ENGLISH 578. Advanced Creative Nonfiction Writing. An advanced workshop in traditional and contemporary techniques in writing various forms of creative nonfiction. Prerequisite: Permission of the Graduate Creative Writing Program Coordinator. 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. Each student is assigned to work with a qualified cooperating teacher in a selected school setting off campus. The student teaching intern goes to the school setting and follows the schedule of the cooperating teacher for a total of 350 clock hours. Students will need to pass Praxis I to be admitted to the program and Praxis II before completion and apply to the Office of Professional Services one year in advance of their internship placement. Prerequisites: ENGL 579, 580, 581, & EDUC 573 and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Supervisory Fee - $300.00. 6 credits.

ENGLISH 602. Action Research Inquiry Project. The Action Research Inquiry Project should be the basis for a completed, publishable article that will be submitted to a juried journal of quality. Students should register for English 602 during the final year of their program. In consultation with their project director, students will select a committee of two additional readers. One of the readers may be an education faculty member with expertise in the candidate’s inquiry area and the others can be members of the English graduate faculty (an exception may be granted by the English Graduate Committee upon petition). Upon completion of the project, the student must present it to the examining committee no later than four weeks before the end of the semester in which the project is completed. At that time, the candidate must engage in an oral defense of the project with the examining committee, and after successfully passing the defense, must submit three copies to the Library to be bound, two of which will be placed in the Longwood Library and one in the departmental library. 3 credits.

ENGLISH 603. Teaching Creative Writing. An exploration of method, theory and practice of teaching Creative Writing. 3 credits.

ENGLISH 604. The Business of Creative Writing. The business of writing from standpoints of both the writer and the publishing industry. 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 - $35.00. 0 credits.

FINANCE (FINA)

FINANCE 550. Financial Management. This course describes the basic principles of corporate finance and provides practical tools for financial decision and valuation. The course starts with optimal project acceptance criteria consistent with the objective of maximizing the market value of the firm. It then moves on to techniques for estimating the cost of capital, which are subsequently applied to a range of valuation problems. The valuation principles include WACC, APV, multiples and real options. In the second half of the course we discuss capital structure and dividend decision, and how they affect firm value. We also study corporate governance, and end the course analyzing financial issues in mergers and acquisitions. 3 credits.

FINANCE 695. Special Topics. This course investigates selected special topics in finance. The topics may vary from semester to semester. It may be repeated for credit when topics change. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. 1-3 credits.

FINANCE 697. Cases in Finance. This course investigates the considerations, analyses and decisions pertinent to investments, real estate, financial markets, and the financial management of a business firm. The course will make extensive use of cases. Prerequisites: ACCT 540, FINA 550, MANG 564 and MARK 588. 3 credits.

FRENCH (FREN)

FRENCH 500. Approaches to Teaching French. A study of current theory and methods of language teaching. 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 PreK-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 II and the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA) and apply to the Office of Professional Services within the first 2 weeks of the semester prior to the semester they expect to complete their graduate professional semester. Prerequisites: Completion of all coursework for the degree, and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Supervisory fee - $300.00. 6 credits.

GERMAN (GERM)

GERMAN 500. Approaches to Teaching German. A study of current theory and methods of language teaching. 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 PreK-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 II and the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA) and apply to the Office of Professional Services within the first 2 weeks of the semester prior to the semester they expect to complete their graduate professional semester. Prerequisites: Completion of all coursework for the degree, and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Supervisory fee - $300.00. 6 credits.

HISTORY (HIST)

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.

MANAGEMENT (MANG)

MANAGEMENT 500. Introduction to Business. This is an introductory business course for student who have not enrolled in any formal business curricula. In this course, students learn the basic principles, theory foundations, term definitions, and important fundamental concepts of various disciplines such as accounting, finance, economics, management, marketing, and business statistics. This course does not count towards the 36 credit hours required for the MBA. 6 credits.

MANAGEMENT 564. Leadership, Group Dynamics, and Team Building. This course introduces the multi-faceted role of an effective leader/manager. Human behavior at the individual, group and organization levels is examined as well as techniques for leading people in the organizational environment. Topics include: various developmental areas of leadership, including communications, social responsibility, and personal development, the role of an effective leader, small group and team leadership, work motivation, conflict resolution, managing workplace relationships, and personality influences on work attitudes and behaviors. 3 credits.

MANAGEMENT 575. Managing Data for Strategic Decision Making. This course introduces the techniques of quantitative and statistical analysis for management decision making. Major topics include decision analysis, statistical inference, regression, and linear programming. 3 credits.

MANAGEMENT 662. Strategic Human Resources Management and Motivation. This course explores ways that line managers, employees, and human resource (HR) managers can effectively align their activities with the goals of the organization and the needs of employees. Course content focuses on activities such as recruitment and selection, compensation, and benefits. The course will also explore how basic organizational behavior concepts such as perception and attribution, as well as motivation theories apply to HR policies and procedures. Prerequisite: MANG 564. 3 credits.

MANAGEMENT 663. Services Operations Management. This course addresses the planning, decision-making and implementation of effective managerial and operational procedures in the service sector, including; managerial problem solving processes that involve staffing and retention of personnel, conflict resolution, shrinkage, financial analysis, and crisis management. Prerequisite: MANG 575. 3 credits.

MANAGEMENT 687. Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management. This course examines functions of opportunity development and business planning for success in entrepreneurial ventures. Students will explore the planning, marketing, organizing, financing, and management of a new business venture that they might personally initiate, or that they may be involved with in the context of a new business being developed within the structure of an existing organization. Students will write business plans during the course to test the feasibility of their business concept and to act as the blueprint for a potential start-up venture. Prerequisites: MANG 564, 575 and MARK 588. 3 credits.

MANAGEMENT 693. Consulting Practicum. This course will involve an on-the-job learning experience designed to give students an opportunity to apply their technical and professional skills and to observe organizations in action. This practicum is designed to enhance the curricula of the College of Business and Economics and to offer a joint opportunity for business executives and faculty to enhance the education of future business leaders. Prerequisites: ACCT 540, CIMS 570, ECON 509, FINA 550, MANG 564 and 575, MARK 588, and Permission of Instructor. 1-3 credits per consulting opportunity up to a maximum of 9 credits.

MANAGEMENT 695. Special Topics. This course investigates selected special topics in management. The topics may vary from semester to semester. It may be repeated for credit when topics change. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. 1-3 credits.

MANAGEMENT 697. Strategic Management and Business Policy. This course helps students integrate the functional expertise from areas such as accounting, finance, management, marketing, and production. Concepts and tools acquired from these functional areas provide the basis for approaching strategic problems from a holistic managerial perspective. Prerequisites: ACCT 540, CIMS 570, ECON 509, FINA 550, MANG 564 and 575, MARK 588, and Permission of Instructor. 3 credits.

MARKETING (MARK)

MARKETING 588. Strategic Marketing: Products and Services. This course presents an overview of marketing and the activities involved in the delivery of goods and services to the consumer. Topics include the identification of target markets, the development of a marketing mix, the special challenges of service delivery, the importance of retailing, and relationship marketing. 3 credits.

MARKETING 681. International Marketing and Retailing. This course includes the study and analysis of processes, practices and issues in an international, multinational, and/or global setting and the theoretical and applied analysis of marketing concepts with implications for products and services. Students will consider current issues related to doing business within multicultural environments and focus on the social, cultural, economic, technological, and regulatory environments. Of particular interest are marketing, retail, and management issues with an overview of theories, principles, and operational methods. Prerequisite: MARK 588. 3 credits.

MARKETING 683. Consumer Behavior and Research. This course explores the nature of the consumer purchase decision process for goods and services. It emphasizes both descriptive and conceptual analysis of consumer behavior with a focus on theory and research essential to an understanding of individual choice behavior. It incorporates a critical analysis of buyer behavior theory. It makes intensive use of contributions from the social and behavioral science literatures. It examines individual and group behavior of consumers, as well as both marketing management and public policy decision making. Focus on managerial decision making utilizing marketing research techniques. Prerequisite: MARK 588. 3 credits.

MARKETING 685. Supply Chain Management and Purchasing. This course will study the elements and management of marketing channels. A marketing channel is viewed as an interorganizational system involved with the task of making goods, services, and concepts available for consumption by enhancing their time, place, and possession utilities. The importance of the changing retail landscape will be thoroughly explored through the examination of environmental factors such as technology and competition. The focus is on how institutions can effectively and efficiently transmit things of value from points of conception, extraction, and/or production to points of consumption. Emphasis is placed on managerial decision making in the design, operation and management of channel systems. Business buying behavior and purchasing considerations will also be explored. Prerequisite: MARK 588. 3 credits.

MARKETING 687. Integrated Marketing Communications. This course focuses on planning and executing integrated marketing communication strategies, that focus on building the brand, including essential principles and analytical tools used in advertising, public relations, sales promotion, selling, and direct marketing. Prerequisite: MARK 588. 3 credits

MARKETING 693. Consulting Practicum. This course will involve an on-the-job learning experience designed to give students an opportunity to apply their technical and professional skills and to observe organizations in action. This practicum is designed to enhance the curricula of the College of Business and Economics and to offer a joint opportunity for business executives and faculty to enhance the education of future business leaders. Prerequisites: ACCT 540, CIMS 570, ECON 509, FINA 550, MANG 564 and 575, MARK 588, and Permission of Instructor. 1-3 credits per consulting opportunity up to a maximum of 9 credits.

MARKETING 695. Special Topics. This course investigates selected special topics in retail management or marketing. The topics may vary from semester to semester. It may be repeated for credit when topics change. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. 1-3 credits.

MARKETING 697. Strategic Retail Management. This course covers the development, organization, implementation, and control of retail strategies in the context of the retail mix of product, price, promotion, and distribution. Case studies are used to apply the concepts. Students will apply strategic decisions in the retail sector utilizing analytical decision-making skills. Course content includes the fundamentals of strategic decision-making, competitive strategies, industry structure, retail site selection, and performance measurement within the retail organization, retailing community and government programs. Prerequisites: MANG 564 and MARK 588. 3 credits.

MATHEMATICS (MATH)

MATHEMATICS 651. Numbers and Operations for K-8 Teachers. The course is designed to develop a comprehensive understanding of our number system and how its structure is related to computations and problem solving. Special attention will also be given to children’s thinking, how they learn this basic mathematics, their problem solving strategies, and how they construct their understanding of our number system and arithmetic. 3 credits.

MATHEMATICS 653. Rational Numbers and Proportional Reasoning for K-8 Teachers. This course will cover the basic number strands in fractions and rational numbers, decimals, percents, ratios, and proportions in the school curriculum. Instruction will cover interpretations, computations, and estimation with a coordinated program of activities that develop rational number concepts, skills, and proportional reasoning. 3 credits.

MATHEMATICS 655. Functions and Algebra for K-8 Teachers. This course will examine representing and analyzing mathematical situations and structures using generalization, algebraic symbols, and reasoning. Attention will be given to the transition from arithmetic to algebra, working with quantitative change, and the description of and prediction of change. 3 credits.

MATHEMATICS 657. Geometry and Measurement for K-8 Teachers. This course explores the foundations of informal measurement and geometry in one, two, and three dimensions. The van Hiele model for geometric learning is used as a framework for how children build their understanding of length, area, volume, angles, and geometric relationships. Visualization, spatial reasoning, and geometric modeling are stressed. 3 credits.

MATHEMATICS 659. Probability and Statistics for K-8 Teachers. An introduction to probability, descriptive statistics, and data analysis. Topics studied will include the exploration of randomness, data representation, and modeling. Descriptive statistics will include measures of central tendency, dispersion, distributions, and regression. The analysis of experiments requiring hypothesizing, experimental design and data gathering will also be discussed. 3 credits.

MATHEMATICS Education (Maed)

MATHEMATICS EDUCATION 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 given to learning activities that make provision for student involvement. 3 credits.

MATHEMATICS EDUCATION 650. Leadership in Mathematics Education. This course examines characteristics of a standards-based mathematics program, various pedagogical theories for the teaching and learning of mathematics and developing an attitude of inquiry towards one’s own practice. Participants explore using student interviews, observing students in instructional settings, and analyzing student’s work to assess student learning and to evaluate instructional practices. Prerequisites: MAED 623. 3 credits

MUSIC (MUSC)

MUSIC 513. Advanced Analysis and Aural Skills. This course provides graduate level music theory, analysis, and aural skills and the application of these topics to graduate music education and conducting practices. 2 credits.

MUSIC 519. 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. 3 credits.

MUSIC 542. Choral Conducting Seminar. This course is devoted to the development of score study/analysis procedures, interpretation, conducting gestures, rehearsal problems, and choral literature appropriate for high school mixed choirs. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Theory and Aural Skills Proficiency exam or of MUSC 415. 2 credits.

MUSIC 543. Instrumental Conducting Seminar. This course is devoted to the development of score study/analysis procedures, interpretation, conducting gestures, rehearsal problems, and instrumental literature appropriate for high school bands. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Theory and Aural Skills Proficiency exam or MUSC 415. 2 credits.

MUSIC 546. Vocal Pedagogy. Study of the principles of voice production, voice training, and the history of vocal pedagogy. 2 credits.

MUSIC 548. Integrated Arts/Music. A study of the value and practical application of integrating the arts across all content areas of the curriculum with a focus on the musical arts. Students will gain an understanding of the role of the creative process in the classroom and will investigate the various means of expressing ideas, emotions and images through the use of music, drama, movement, puppetry, visual arts and theatre. 3 credits.

MUSIC 581. Applied Music. One-hour individual lessons or equivalent each week. Applied Fee - $278.00. 2 credits.

MUSIC 588. Composition. Music composition. Fourteen one-hour individual lessons or equivalent. Applied Fee - $278.00. 2 credits.

MUSIC 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.

MUSIC 631. Music Research. Graduate level study of research problems and methods in the subject area of music. 3 credits.

MUSIC 645. Piano Pedagogy. A survey of materials, resources, philosophies, and techniques for teaching piano, with an emphasis on practical aspects. 2 credits.

MUSIC 661. Instrument Repair. Study of techniques and methods of maintenance and repair of band instruments. 1 credit.

MUSIC 681. Applied Music. One-hour individual lessons or equivalent each week. Applied Fee - $278.00. 2 credits.

MUSIC 683. Lecture Recital. Individual lessons and consultations with the instructor. Public performance of 50-60 minutes (including both the musical performance and the lecture) of representative literature for the instrument or voice. Prerequisites: MUSC 581, 631 and 681. Repertoire and date must be set prior to beginning of this course. 4 credits.

MUSIC 688. Composition. Music Composition. Fourteen one-hour individual lessons or equivalent. Applied Fee - $278.00. 2 credits.

MUSIC 690. Thesis in Music. This credit is awarded for the successful completion of a proposal, data collection, final thesis paper and thesis presentation. If a student fails to complete the thesis during the semester enrolled, he/she may take an incomplete; however, the thesis must be finished by the end of the next academic semester. Prerequisite: MUSC 631; Research topic must be approved prior to beginning of this course. See music handbook for application form. 6 credits.

MUSIC 691. Teacher Research. The student will design, conduct, evaluate, discuss and disseminate results of his/her research project that is developed in collaboration with a Longwood Music professor. The product of this research will be an article submitted for possible publication in a professional journal. Prerequisite: MUSC 631; Research topic must be approved prior to beginning of this course. See music handbook for application form. 6 credits.