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SPAN 7130 - Studies in Spanish Pedagogy (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Practice of Superior-level Spanish-proficiency skills through the study of the history and practice of Spanish pedagogy. Emphasis placed on learning how to help Spanish-language learners become functionally proficient in Spanish. Opportunities provided for hands-on experience.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
Is Course Repeatable: Course repeatable for credit with advisor approval.
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SPAN 7131 - Studies in Spanish Language (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Practice of Superior-level Spanish-proficiency skills through theoretical and pragmatic analysis of various branches of linguistics, with special attention to practical applications. Topics may include semantics, stylistics, morphology, phonology, dialectology, sociolinguistics, etc.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
Is Course Repeatable: Course repeatable for credit with advisor approval.
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SPAN 7195 - Studies Abroad: Language (1-3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-3 Lab Hours: 0
Studies oral and written features of the Spanish within a Spanish-speaking country, using native materials and resources.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPAN 7232 - Studies in Hispanic Authors (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Practice of Superior-level Spanish-proficiency skills through the study of the life, works, and criticism of a particular Hispanic author.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
Is Course Repeatable: Course repeatable for credit with advisor approval.
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SPAN 7233 - Periods, Genres, Themes (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Practice of Superior-level Spanish-proficiency skills through the study of a particular period, genre, or theme of importance in Hispanic life, art, and literature.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
Is Course Repeatable: Course repeatable for credit with advisor approval.
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SPAN 7234 - Spanish Masterpieces (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Practice of Superior-level Spanish-proficiency skills through the study of a Spanish masterpiece situated within both its historical moment and its critical aftermath. Works might include such titles as Don Quijote, Cien años de soledad, La Regenta, etc.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
Is Course Repeatable: Course repeatable for credit with advisor approval.
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SPAN 7395 - Studies Abroad: Culture (1-12 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-12 Lab Hours: 0
Studies literature, culture, and/or civilization within a Spanish-speaking country, using native materials and resources.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPAN 7890 - Directed Study in Spanish (1-3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
Independent Study under faculty supervision.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 3003 - Devel Lang & Commun Skills (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2
Teaches a variety of strategies for developing and facilitating language and communication skills in terms of appropriate use of phonology, morphology, semantics, syntax, and pragmatics. Covers cultural and dialectical aspects of language. Includes practicum.
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SPED 3130 - Characteristics of Learners with Disabilities (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
This course provides a review of the etiology, diagnosis, characteristics, and philosophical and educational implications of the full range of students with special needs who demonstrate a need for additional educational services in order to achieve full potential. Considerable emphasis will be placed on the delivery of educational services and social issues related to Mild Disabilities. Together with the listed co-requisites, this course is designed to meet the requirements of House Bill 671. Candidates seeking certification must earn a “B” or higher in this course.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program.
Corequisite(s): SPED 3131 , SPED 3134 .
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SPED 3131 - Assessment in Special Education (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
This course is designed to provide a overview of a variety of assessment techniques, including observations, teacher-made test, criterion referenced assessments, and standardized evaluation tools for use in identifying and developing programs for individuals with special learning needs. Special emphasis will be placed on interpreting assessment results for instructional planning.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program.
Corequisite(s): SPED 3134 .
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SPED 3133 - Methodologies of Inclusive P-5 Settings (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2
This course is designed to examine: (a) research-based methods for curriculum and instruction in an inclusive classroom, (b) differentiated instruction, (c) instructional curricular adaptations, and (d) collaboration for individuals with age-level learning abilities as well as those individuals with mild disabilities, preschool through grade 5. This course includes a field component.
Corequisite(s): SPED 3131 , SPED 3134 , SPED 3331 .
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SPED 3134 - Special Education Procedures (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
Designed to provide knowledge about litigation and legislation affecting Special Education and the procedures associated with pre-referral, assessment, placement, and instruction of children with special needs. The development of eligibility reports, Individual Education Plans, and Transition Plans are included in course content.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program.
Corequisite(s): SPED 3131 .
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SPED 3231 - Classroom Management (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to initiate the preservice teacher in the basic procedures for classroom management with an emphasis on developing teacher candidates’ abilities to meet the needs of a diverse population, including English Language Learners and students with disabilities in theP-5 and/or 6-12 classroom. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and development of skills in the following areas: Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), data-based behavioral management, including several theoretical paradigms and research-based effective instructional management.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in SPED 4733 .
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SPED 3331 - Introduction to Special Education for Elementary Education (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to examine: (a) the characteristics of students with disabilities, (b) the educational and legal implications for working with students with disabilities and other special learning needs, (c)collaborating with other professionals to meet the needs of all students,(d) strategies for successful inclusion, and (e) instructional and curricular adaptations. Candidates seeking certification must earn a “B” or better in this course.
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SPED 3332 - Introduction to SPED in Middle and Secondary Grades (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to examine the etiology, diagnosis, characteristics, effective teaching strategies, and philosophical, educational, and legal implications of the full range of students who demonstrate a need for additional educational services in order to achieve full potential. Candidates seeking certification must earn a “B” or better in this course.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program.
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SPED 3333 - Introduction to Special Education (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to examine the etiology, diagnosis, characteristics, effective teaching strategies, and philosophical, educational, and legal implications of the full range of students who demonstrate a need for additional educational services in order to achieve full potential. Candidates seeking certification must earn a “B” or better in this course.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program.
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SPED 3631 - Inclusive Practices (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to focus on best practices for educating P-12 students with diverse learning needs in the general education classroom. Candidates will investigate significant legal and historical considerations related to inclusion, pedagogical and curricular issues, collaboration, best instructional practices, and current trends. This course includes a field component.
Corequisite(s): SPED 3231 , SPED 4733 , SPED 4734 .
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SPED 4090 - Special Education Special Topics (3-12 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3-12 Lab Hours: 0
Designed to provide additional specialized field-based experience or remedial coursework as needed to meet the needs of preservice teachers. Attention will be focused on providing opportunities for strengthening skills necessary to special education teachers.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of advisor, instructor, and department chair.
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SPED 4230 - Instructional and Behavior Management Methods, P-5 (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course will provide preservice candidates with practical methods for planning and managing group and individualized instruction in all curriculum areas for individuals with mild disabilities, preschool through grade 5. It includes review, demonstration, and preparation of programs, methods, and materials for such instruction in both general and special education classrooms. The course is part of the Special Education Block experience and includes a field component.
Corequisite(s): SPED 4733 .
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SPED 4231 - Instructional and Behavior Management Methods, 6-12 (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course will provide preservice candidates with practical methods for planning and managing group and individualized instruction in all curriculum areas for individuals with mild disabilities, grades 6 through 12. It includes review, demonstration, and preparation of programs, methods, and materials for such instruction in both regular and special education classrooms. Instruction in methods for transitioning is one of the primary foci of this course. The course is part of the Special Education Block experience.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in SPED 4230 and SPED 4733 .
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SPED 4333 - Special Education Math Methods (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to prepare the special education teacher candidates to teach mathematics. An emphasis is placed on instructional strategies, assessments, technology, materials, co-teaching, accommodations and evidence based practices to make mathematics learning meaningful and appropriate for students with disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
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SPED 4430 - Family, Community and Professional Collaboration (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This seminar is designed to provide preservice teachers with knowledge of effective communication skills and to present models of consultation and collaboration for use in family, community, and professional relationships. The models are applied to working with families, teachers and other community professionals involved in the provision of services to students with disabilities.
Corequisite(s): SPED 5799 .
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SPED 4632 - Special Education Student Teaching Seminar (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
In the Special Education Student Teaching Seminar course, students will analyze issues related to diverse school populations, classroom/behavior management, technology integration, and school law. Special emphasis will be placed on instructional settings, strategies, and services for diverse populations and school law in the public schools.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in SPED 3231 and SPED 4231 and SPED 4734 .
Corequisite(s): SPED 5799 .
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SPED 4733 - SPED P-5 Practicum (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
This practicum course will provide an opportunity for preservice candidates to work within diverse P-5 classrooms to practice instructional and classroom management skills. In addition to special education classrooms, students may be placed in inclusionary settings and/or classrooms for students identified as being “at-risk” learners. The course is part of the Special Education Block experience.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in READ 4131 .
Corequisite(s): SPED 4230 .
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SPED 4734 - SPED 6-12 Practicum (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
This practicum course will provide an opportunity for pre service candidates to work within diverse classrooms, grades 6 through 12, to practice instructional and classroom management skills. In addition to special education classrooms, students may be placed in inclusionary settings and/or classrooms for students identified as being “at-risk” learners. The course is part of the Special Education Block experience.
Corequisite(s): SPED 3231 , SPED 4231 .
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SPED 4740 - Internship I (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 1-12
Directed field experience with students with disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): STAT 1401 or MATH 1401 .
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SPED 4799 - Student Teaching in Special Education (9 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
Student teaching is a period of guided teaching practice. Under the direction of a clinical supervisor, candidates gradually assume increasing responsibility for classroom instruction and management. During this experience, candidates are expected to engage directly in many of the activities which constitute the wide range of a teacher’s responsibility.
Corequisite(s): SPED 4632 .
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SPED 5031 - PreK and Kindergarteners with Disabilities Methods (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to provide teacher candidates with the practical skills and techniques for working with preschool children with disabilities and their families with respect to cultural and linguistic differences in a variety of settings. Content includes curriculum models, intervention strategies, service delivery models, technology applications and design of family-directed, culturally sensitive individual education plans (IEP).Course requirements include 45 hours of field experience.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in SPED 3331 and HDFS 3131 .
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SPED 5799 - Student Teaching in Special Education (9 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
Student teaching is a period of guided teaching practice. Under the direction of a clinical supervisor, candidates gradually assume increasing responsibility for classroom instruction and management. During this experience, candidates are expected to engage directly in many of the activities which constitute the wide range of a teacher’s responsibility.
Corequisite(s): SPED 4632 .
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SPED 6130 - Introduction to Special Education (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Designed to examine the etiology, incidence, diagnosis, characteristics and philosophical and educational implications of the full range of students who demonstrate a need for additional educational services in order to achieve full potential. It is a prerequisite to Master’s level coursework in Special Education and meets the educational requirements mandated by H.B. 671. Candidates seeking certification must earn a “B” or better in this course.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 6230 - Assessment and Procedures in Special Education (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to provide graduate students with prerequisite skills in procedures, and assessment in Special Education. More specifically, this course provides a review of a variety of assessment techniques, including observations, teacher-made tests, criterion referenced assessments, curriculum-based assessment, and standardized evaluation tools for program planning purposes for individuals with special learning needs. In addition, this course provides knowledge about legislative requirements and the procedures associated with assessment, placement, and instruction of students with disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in SPED 6130 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 6231 - Special Education Laws and Procedures (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course provides knowledge about legislative requirements and the procedures associated with assessment, placement, and instruction of children with special needs. Individual Education Plans, eligibility reports, and transition plans are designed within the current legal and legislative context of special education.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 6330 - Classroom Management (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to provide graduate students with prerequisite skills in classroom management and procedures. More specifically, this course provides an overview of basic procedures for instructional and behavior management of students with disabilities. In addition, this course provides knowledge about legislative requirements and the procedures associated with instructional and behavioral management. Also included in this course is a review of a variety of assessment techniques including observation, interviews, and other informal assessment techniques for use with individuals with disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in SPED 6130 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 6332 - Remediation and Supports for Students with Disabilities in Mathematics (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to prepare the special education teacher candidates to teach mathematics. An emphasis is placed on instructional strategies, assessments, technology, materials, co-teaching, accommodations and evidence based practices to make mathematics learning meaningful and appropriate for students with disabilities.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 6766 - Student Teaching: SPED (6 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
Student teaching is a period of guided teaching practice. Under the direction of a clinical supervisor, candidates gradually assume increasing responsibility for classroom instruction and management. During this experience, candidates are expected to engage directly in many of the activities which constitute the wide range of a teacher’s responsibility.
Prerequisite(s): SPED 7632 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7090 - Selected Topics in Special Education (1-3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-3 Lab Hours: 0
Designed to promote specialized training in new and/or emerging topics related to the preparation of practitioners in the field of special education. Attention will be given to a range of special needs as they reach special significance in local systems.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7133 - Collaboration Across the Life Span (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
An in-depth examination of the issues confronted by individuals with disabilities and their families across the life span is provided. The consultative and collaborative skills necessary to work with students with disabilities, parents, student services personnel, and community agencies across the life span are taught. Emphasis is placed on planning and implementing transitions at all stages.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7136 - Language Development (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Provides a review of the types and causes of language problems found in exceptional child populations. Provides instruction and demonstration in diagnostic and developmental/remedial techniques in the area of speech/ language.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7333 - Special Education Leadership (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Aligned with Council for Exceptional Student Advanced Preparation Standards this course will prepare practicing teachers to represent special education issues and serve on school and district leadership teams. Course content will focus on developing special education leadership knowledge and skills in the areas of special education policy, advocacy, collaboration, conflict resolution, ethics, and continuous program evaluation.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7334 - Advanced Behavior Management (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Advanced Behavior Management is designed to present an array of research-based strategies and techniques for strengthening appropriate behaviors and reducing challenging behaviors in students at the schoolwide, classroom, and individual levels. Both the theoretical foundations of behavior and behavioral interventions, as well as the actual “how to” apply the strategies for effective behavior management will be addressed. Candidates will gain an understanding of how both undesirable behaviors and desirable behaviors are directly related to the contexts in which they occur; the functions that undesirable behaviors serve for students; and how to best use this information to design effective preventative and management interventions for use in the classroom. Relevant federal and state legislation and ethical considerations will be discussed.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7335 - Instructional Approaches in Special Education (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course takes a deep dive into the pedagogical practices suitable for teaching diverse populations of P-12 students with high incidence disabilities in general curriculum settings across varying modes of instruction (face-to-face, hybrid, and fully online). CEC High Leverage Practices, evidence based strategies, intensive interventions, Universal Design for Learning principles, and culturally relevant pedagogies are integrated throughout to provide specially designed instruction for today’s diverse learners.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7411 - Assistive Technology for Students with Disabilities (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course provides an overview of a wide range of forms of assistive technology including switches, computer use and adaptations, and communication devices. Provides opportunities for candidates to develop devices for use in meeting the needs of students with physical and sensory disabilities.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7448 - Augmentative and Alternative Communication for Students with Multiple/Severe Disabilities (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
The study of devices and systems used to meet the communication needs of students with multiple and severe disabilities.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7630 - Seminar in Special Education (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Requires students to address a series of topics central to current research and practice in Special education as they relate to a specific area of disability. Students will be required to prepare for and lead class discussion on a topic of their choice.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of 30 hours in MED program.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7631 - Perspectives on Mild Disabilities (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to provide graduate students with a review of the characteristics of students with mild disabilities and the implications for their education and development. In addition, graduate students will reflect on the inter- and intra- individual differences which define the uniqueness of students with mild disabilities. Course content will integrate legal and social issues related to the instruction of students with mild disabilities.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7632 - Methods for Mild Disabilities (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to provide graduate students with skills in social and learning methods for students with mild disabilities. More specifically, this course provides an overview of basic methodology for academic and social instruction for students with disabilities. In addition, this course provides knowledge about the identification and implementation of a variety of teaching methodologies appropriate for learners with mild disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in SPED 7631 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7633 - Introduction to Augmentative Language (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is an introduction to Augmentative Language and is designed to develop conversational signing skills at the beginning level. Candidates will develop expressive and receptive sign skills, and learn the manual alphabet, numbers, and sign vocabulary. Other topics include grammar, history, fingerspelling, terminology, and Deaf culture.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7634 - Characteristics and Assessment of Low Incidence Populations (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 12-30
This course is designed to provide the graduate candidate with an introduction to the characteristics and assessment of students with moderate to severe disabilities in low incidence categories including intellectual disability, sensory impairments, physical disabilities, multiple disabilities, chronic health impairments, autism, and traumatic brain injury. Historical and philosophical perspectives of programs related to students with moderate to severe disabilities using a life-span approach will be explored. Positive behavioral support strategies will be introduced. Developmentally appropriate formal and informal assessment will be addressed. In addition, this course will include reflection on multicultural, diversity, technology, employment and community living issues facing this population of individuals with disabilities.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7635 - Methods for Low Incidence Populations (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to provide students with practical techniques of structuring group and individualized instruction in all curriculum areas for individuals with moderate to severe disabilities. It includes review, demonstration, and preparation of programs, methods, and materials for such instruction, with special emphasis on application of the diagnostic prescriptive process.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in SPED 7634 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7736 - Internship in SPED General Curriculum (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 10
This field-based internship involves the implementation of prescriptive methods for teaching students with disabilities at the mild level working on the general curriculum. Interns must complete 150 contact hours in a P-12 classroom serving students with the categorical focus identified in the student’s program of study.
Corequisite(s): SPED 7632 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 7766 - Internship in Special Education (6 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
This field-based internship involves the implementation of prescriptive methods for teaching students with mild disabilities. Interns must complete contact hours in a P-12 classroom serving students with mild disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “B” in SPED 7632 and SPED 7635 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 8130 - Administration in Special Education (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Designed to develop the skills necessary to organize, house, equip, staff, supervise, and provide specialized educational environments and services for children with disabilities.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 8131 - Critical Issues in Special Education (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Students will identify and address a series of critical issues in special education from the standpoint of how such issues impact on the practice of education in their classroom, school, and system. Historical and current research will be reviewed as they relate to identified issues. Discussions of methods for addressing such issues within the context of the public schools will be a major focus of the course.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 8410 - Career Development and Transition Planning (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course will focus on understanding legal and procedural issues in interventions at the systems level of transition, including the following: identification of exemplary transition practices, issues in transition policies, dropout prevention issues, the vocational service system, ecological transition models, inclusive transition models of transition, self-determination and family involvement models, and continuous evaluation and improvement of transition services.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 8411 - Vocational Assessment of Special Education Students (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1-35
Provides students with the knowledge and skills to select, administer, and interpret instruments which sample vocational interests, aptitudes, and development. Emphasis is placed on the evaluation of students with disabilities and others at-risk of school failure. Field-based experience required.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 8412 - Interagency Planning and Service for Transition to Adulthood (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1-35
Emphasis is placed on theory and practice related to interagency collaboration, systems change efforts in transition services, and state-of art practices regarding supporting individuals with disabilities in community employment, living, socialization, community participation, and other areas of adult life. Covers specific federal and state mandates concerning transition planning and collaboration with agencies in the community for assisting students as they move through the P-12 educational experience and on to post-secondary education and/or training.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “B” in SPED 8410 and SPED 8411 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 8413 - Community Based Instruction (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1-35
The course explores the use of appropriate community environments, methods for linking community based instruction, and methodology for preparing students with multiple and severe disabilities for adulthood. Emphasis is placed upon theory and practice related to career development, job development, facilitating natural supports on the job, job partnerships, and school and community vocational training models.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “B” in SPED 8410 and SPED 8411 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 8531 - Nature and Needs of Students with Autism (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to provide graduate students with an examination of the psychological, communicative, social, and behavioral characteristics of individuals who have been diagnosed with autism. Focus on history, trends and practices, identification, and services will also be included.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 8532 - Implementing Evidence Based Practices in Teaching Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to provide graduate students with methods and strategies for planning and instructing utilizing evidence-based practices for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). More specifically, this course provides an overview of basic methodology for specialized instruction with an emphasis on using applied behavior analysis to teach academic, functional life skills, adaptive behavior, communication, and social skills for students with ASD. In addition, this course will include functional behavior assessment and positive behavior support as foundations for implementing appropriate behavioral interventions.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 8533 - Assessment and Procedures for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to provide graduate students with assessment and instructional procedures for working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Screening, diagnostic tools, educational assessments, ongoing progress monitoring, and program evaluation will be reviewed. The role of family in regards to the assessment process will also be discussed. In addition, transition planning will be highlighted. Field experience is embedded into the course through observation and assessment of individuals with ASD and interviews with family members.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 8838 - Qualitative/Applied Behavioral Analysis Research (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Designed to provide an in-depth study of the methodology involved in qualitative and ABA research. Provides students with a foundation of skills which will allow them to conduct research independently. In addition, a major goal of this course is to facilitate the development of critical thinking skills which will enable students to make reflective decisions within their professional domain.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in EDUR 8131 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SPED 8890 - Directed Individual Study (1-3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-3 Lab Hours: 0
The student will propose and carry out an applied or theoretical project in Special Education.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of program faculty.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SLPA 1220 - Intro Communication Disorders (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Types, characteristics, etiologies, and treatment methodologies of various communication disorders in children and adults.
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SLPA 2230 - Anat/Phys Speech/Hearing Mech (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Anatomy and physiology of areas of respiration, phonation, articulation, cerebration/nervous system and audition; functional correlates to the communication process. Field experiences required.
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SLPA 2230L - Anat/Phys of Spc/Hrg MECH Lab (0 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1
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SLPA 2250 - Phonetics (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) in speech-language pathology. IPA transcription of connected speech (normal and disordered), important characteristics of regional/ cultural dialects.
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SLPA 3150 - Normal Speech/Lang Develop (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
Phonological, morphological, semantic, syntactic, and pragmatic growth.
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SLPA 3410 - Intro to Audiology (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
Introduction to etiology, characteristics, assessment, and rehabilitation of individuals with hearing impairments. Directed observation.
Cross Listing(s): CSDS 3410 .
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SLPA 4180L - Dir. Obs. Spe/Lang Path (0 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3
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SLPA 4210 - Senior Seminar (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Contemporary issues, principles, and practices specific to speech-language pathology.
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SLPA 4350 - Speech Science (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Physiological production, acoustics, physics of speech, analysis of speech, and technology-related instrumentation available to assess the parameters of speech production.
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SLPA 4500 - Intro Research Spe/Lang Path (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Introduction to scientific methodology and its application to the field of communication disorders.
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SMGT 2130 - Introduction to Sport Management (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Introduces students to the meaning of sport management in terms of its scope, foundations, issues and future trends. Examines the job responsibilities and competencies required of sport managers in a variety of sports, or sport-related organizations. Also provides the student with an overview of the different facets and career opportunities available in the field of sport management.
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SMGT 2230 - Social Issues of Sport (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Helps the student understand the social aspect of sport. Specifically, examines such topics as how social phenomena affect sport participation and behavior, and how the dynamic nature and diverse parameters of society affect the sport industry.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in SMGT 2130 .
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SMGT 3230 - Economics of Sport (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Examines major economic issues in the sport industry and introduces the methodology of economics that can be used to analyze these issues.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in ACCT 2030 , ECON 2105 ,SMGT 2130 , SMGT 2230 , STAT 1401 and either CISM 1110 , CISM 1120 , CISM 1130 .
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SMGT 3236 - Financial Management of Sport (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-2 Lab Hours: 0
Examines the fundamental concepts and theories of finance applicable to the field of sport management.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in ACCT 2030 or ACCT 2101 and SMGT 2130 .
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SMGT 3237 - International Sport Management (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
An in-depth examination of the nature and role of sport in contrasting cultures and the matters of sport governance that cross national boundaries as well as the possibilities of formulating reform measures in sport policy and practice around the world.
Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite(s):A minimum grade of “C” in SMGT 2130 .
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SMGT 3238 - Management of Sport Organizations (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Introduces the student to the operation of actual sport enterprises.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in SMGT 2130 .
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SMGT 3330 - Sport Promotion and Marketing (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Focuses on the application of marketing principles and practices to the sport industry.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CISM 2530 , COMM 1110 , and SMGT 2130 .
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SMGT 3530 - Principles of Sport Development (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course examines community development and change through sport programming.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” or better in CISM 2530 , COMM 1110 , ECON 2105 , or ECON 2106 , SMGT 2130 , and SMGT 2230 .
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SMGT 3531 - Brand Management in Sport (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course addresses critical elements of branding for sports organizations, products, and athletes.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” CISM 2530 , COMM 1110 , and SMGT 2130 .
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SMGT 3532 - Leadership and Programming in Sport Development (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course introduces program planning in sport and techniques, including needs assessment and leadership principles and practices.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CISM 2530 , COMM 1110 , ECON 2105 or ECON 2106 , SMGT 2130 , and SMGT 2230 .
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SMGT 3533 - Intercollegiate Athletics Administration (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course introduces students to governance structures, compliance issues, and organizational challenges inherent to intercollegiate athletics in the United States.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” or better in SMGT 2130 .
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SMGT 3735 - Sport Management Practicum (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
The student is involved with an organization in a part-time capacity (80 hours during semester) where he/she has the opportunity to work in either a sport industry setting, or one which is commensurate with typical, entry-level sport industry functions and roles. In addition, students will participate in regular seminars focused on professional development. Practicum experiences must be approved by the course instructor.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in SMGT 2130 .
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SMGT 4090 - Selected Topics in Sport Management (1-3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-3 Lab Hours: 0
Provides a student with in-depth of selected topics in Sport Management.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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SMGT 4330 - Facility and Event Management (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Addresses the principles and procedures involved in sports facility and event management. Special emphasis will be given to sports event planning, production, and evaluation.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in ACCT 2030 , CISM 2530 ,COMM 1110 and SMGT 2130 .
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SMGT 4337 - Legal Aspects of Sport (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Helps the student understand the legal aspects of negligence, intentional torts, the essentials of contracts, and elements of constitutional law as they apply to the sport industry. Helps the student understand risk management in the sport industry.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in SMGT 2130 .
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SMGT 4338 - Sport Policy Development (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Helps the student understand the modern administrative issues in the administration of sport related businesses. The course will focus on many of the most demanding legal concerns of running sport businesses.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CISM 2530 ,COMM 1110 , ECON 2105 or ECON 2105 , SMGT 2130 , and SMGT 2230 .
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SMGT 4531 - Data Driven Sales in Sport Organizations (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
The course introduces data collection and statistical analysis techniques used by sport organizations to drive sponsorship and ticket sales.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” or better in CISM 2530 , COMM 1110 , SMGT 2130 , and STAT 1401 .
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SMGT 4532 - Assessment and Evaluation in Sport Development (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course introduces applied sport research with emphasis on program evaluation, research design, and data collection and analysis.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in SMGT 3532 .
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SMGT 4533 - Sport Ticket and Sponsorship Sales (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course explores sales techniques common within the sport industry and provides opportunities for knowledge application to experiential learning opportunities.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in COMM 1110 , SMGT 2130 , and STAT 1401 .
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SMGT 4630 - Baseball and American Culture (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the history of baseball in America, and relate the historical events and phenomena to American culture. Course work will relate class topics to historical and contemporary social, cultural, economic, and political issues. Course content will consist of lectures, readings, class discussion, video and other presentations.
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SMGT 4735 - Sport Management Internship (12 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
The student is involved with an organization in a full-time (40 hours per week) capacity where he/she has the opportunity to work in either a sport industry setting, or one which is commensurate with typical, entry-level sport industry functions and roles. The internship opportunity must be approved by the Undergraduate Internship Director, and allows the Senior student to apply the Sport Management curriculum in a work environment.
Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing, a minimum grade of “C” or better in all SMGT Core Courses, a minimum overall GPA of 2.25 or greater, and permission from the program’s internship coordinator.
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SMGT 4899 - Directed Individual Study (1-6 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
Provides the student with the opportunity to investigate an area of interest under the direction of a faculty mentor.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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SMGT 6030 - Selected Topics in Sport Management (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Provides students with the opportunity to study contemporary topics and issues relevant to the sport management profession.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SMGT 6131 - Management of Personnel in Sport (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is a study of people at work and the accompanying attitudes, behaviors, and skills that employees exhibit during the work process. The goal of the course is first for students to understand and recognize specific workplace behaviors/attitudes and second, for students to learn various approaches to managing these behaviors/attitudes. Additionally, special attention is given to the management of volunteers in the sport industry.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SMGT 6132 - Current Trends in Sport Administration (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course provides insight into the past, current, and future trends in the field of sport administration. Emphasis will be placed on comprehension, assessment and problem resolution. Administrative theory and function, as well as cultural, social, legal and economic factors; and professional practices and applications within the field of sport administration are analyzed and applied to current issues and trends in the industry.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SMGT 6133 - Consumer Behavior in Sport (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Sport spectating is an extremely popular activity in the United States and little is known about the theoretical nuances that determine spectator behavior in sport. This course is intended to provide students with comprehensive coverage of sport spectator consumer behavior. Various models and paradigms relevant to sport spectator consumption behavior will be examined.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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SMGT 6134 - Sport Sponsorship (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course contains a detailed consideration of the relationship between sports and corporate sponsorship programs. The course focuses on alignment marketing issues, strategic communication through sponsorship programs, sponsor value, and sponsorship evaluation.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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