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CRJ 2520 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
3 Credits
This course introduces students to the criminal justice system and its three main components: law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. It reviews what constitutes a criminal offense, how crime is measured, and theories of crime causation. This course also looks at issues and challenges facing today’s criminal justice system and examines possible future directions.
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CRJ 3532 - Criminal Law
3 Credits
This course provides students with an historical understanding of criminal law, an overview of general legal principles, including possible defenses to a criminal charge, and an awareness of the fundamental nature of law.
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CRJ 3534 - Criminal Courts
3 Credits
This course provides students with an overview of the criminal justice system and its processes. It examines the courtroom work group, the trial process, and challenges to the process. It also provides an overview of the juvenile court system.
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CRJ 3536 - Introduction to Corrections
3 Credits
This course provides an overview of the field of corrections. It reviews prisons and jails, correctional policies, agencies, prison life, and challenges facing corrections. This course examines the Devine and societal roles in correction.
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CRJ 4535 - Juvenile Justice
3 Credits
This course gives students an overview of American juvenile justice in terms of both system and practice. It examines the juvenile offender, causes of juvenile crime, the juvenile court system, and juveniles in the adult court system. This course also looks at institutionalization, rehabilitation, the treatment of juveniles, and the future of juvenile justice in America.
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CRJ 4537 - Criminal Justice Ethics
3 Credits
This course looks at the ethical dilemmas and professional problems faced by criminal justice personnel. Students review various ethical perspectives from a Christian perspective and discuss the practical applicability of domestic and international ethical ideals.
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CRJ 4539 - Victimology
3 Credits
This course examines the causes of victimization and looks at theories associated with violent victimization. It analyzes the offender-victim relationship and presents ideas on preventing violence and responding to victimization from a Christian perspective.
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CRJ 4555 - Criminal Justice Internship I
1-3 Credits
The Internship course is designed to allow senior level students majoring Criminal Justice the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge of the discipline in an occupational setting. Internships are completed in community based or governmental organizations. Students are required to work under qualified supervision and must complete various assignments to help them process the experience. Admission to the course requires instructor approval and the completion of at least 12 hours of CRJ classes. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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CRJ 4556 - Criminal Justice Internship II
1-3 Credits
The Internship course is designed to allow senior level students majoring in Criminal Justice the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge of the discipline in an occupational setting. Internships are completed in community based or governmental organizations. Students are required to work under qualified supervision and must complete various assignments to help them process the experience. Admission to the course requires instructor approval and the completion of CRJ 4555 - Criminal Justice Internship I . Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: CRJ 4555
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Criminal/Social Justice |
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CSJ 251 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
3 Credits
FALL
This course is a survey of basic concepts in the fields of Criminal and Social Justice including theoretical framework for criminal justice systems and social justice with an introduction to restorative processes maintaining a dual emphasis of restorative justice and social problem solving within the justice system.
Offered alternate years (even)
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CSJ 340 - American Minority
3 Credits
SPRING
Social and historical overview of the complexity in interrelationships between dominant and subordinate cultural and/or racial cohorts in the United States. Ageism, Classism, Racism, Sexism, religious discrimination, political discrimination, “Xenophobia,” polarization, and effective rhetoric as well as current media topics will be covered.
Offered alternate years (odd)
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CSJ 341 - Family Violence
3 Credits
FALL
Sociological, biological, and psychological overview of family violence including but not limited to physical, verbal, and financial deviance. Develop an understanding of the major issues related to spousal/partner abuse, gender disparities, child abuse, elder abuse, and intergenerational cycles of violence within the family. The course focuses on issues unique to families and complex dynamics, psychological/biological/sociological correlates, addictions, medications, prevention, and effectiveness of available interventions.
Offered alternate years (even)
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CSJ 352 - Criminology
3 Credits
FALL
This course examines the extent and nature of crime in the United States. Attention is given to theories of crime causation and an analysis of the social processes leading to criminal behavior.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: CSJ 251 or CRJ 2520
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CSJ 353 - Juvenile Delinquency
3 Credits
SPRING
This course examines the extent and nature of juvenile crime in the United States. It includes an overview of the juvenile justice system, the social and institutional contributors to delinquency, the historical foundations of juvenile justice and criminal law as it applies to juveniles. Emphasis is given to crime causation, to the family and to the community in both prevention and treatment of juvenile delinquency.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: CSJ 251 or CRJ 2520
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CSJ 445 - Restorative Justice
3 Credits
FALL
This course offers a critical review of Restorative Justice including a consideration of its definitions, historical roots, theoretical origins, key principles and substantive practices, global policies and programs, controversial issues, and future directions and possibilities.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: Departmental Acceptance.
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CSJ 451 - Comparative Justice Systems
3 Credits
SPRING
Reviews political, administrative, organizational and cultural differences in various national and world justice systems.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: CSJ 251 or CRJ 2520
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CSJ 455 - Police and Community
3 Credits
SPRING
Historical and contemporary overview of the roles of policing and peacemaking in society, strategies for positive and sustainable community relations and career-related issues for police officers.
Offered alternate years (even)
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CSJ 460 - Topics in Criminal and Social Justice
3 Credits
ARR
This seminar course considers various topics in criminal/social justice. The focus will be determined by the instructor and students enrolled. The primary approaches are in-depth exploration of a topic, research, and presentation of results. Students may take this course more than once for credit.
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CSJ 461 - Criminal/Social Justice Internship
1-3 Credits
SPRING
Supervised work experience in the field of criminal and/or social justice with an integration of restorative principles. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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CSJ 462 - Criminal/Social Justice Internship II
1-3 Credits
SPRING
Supervised work experience in the field of criminal and/or social justice with an integration of restorative principles. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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CSJ 463 - Criminal/Social Justice Internship III
1-3 Credits
SPRING
Supervised work experience in the field of criminal and/or social justice with an integration of restorative principles. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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Disaster and Emergency Management |
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DEM 3508 - Introduction to Emergency Management
3 Credits
This course focuses on the principles and practices of emergency management at the local, state, and national levels and will explore the concepts of preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery. Discussion will include a number of case studies of actual disasters, the challenges that emergency management at all levels of government faced, best practice analysis of what went well and lessons learned for the future.
Prerequisite: HIS 2510 American Government recommended
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DEM 3512 - Crisis and Risk Communication
3 Credits
This course examines communications that seek to inform different audiences of particular hazards to which they are exposed and the source of their vulnerability, as well as the methods for identifying and communicating appropriate solutions to the target audience(s).It will address the various interactions that may be required between emergency management officials and a full spectrum of relevant stakeholders, including the emergency services and other responding or responsible agencies, the general and disaster impacted public, the private and NGO sectors, mutual aid partners and other neighboring jurisdictions, the media, and many others. Also COM.
Prerequisite: DEM 3508
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DEM 3515 - Emergency Preparedness and Planning
3 Credits
This course explores the needs of public safety officials who have responsibility for emergency preparedness planning and response. It includes contexts for emergency planninglegal and jurisdictional; responsibility for planning and responding to emergencies; different types of emergencies, and an approach to planning that can be applied to emergency situations. It addresses specific issues associated with the planning process, including the role of the manager, the necessity for multi-agency involvement, various analytical techniques employed in planning, different levels of emergency planning, and different elements of the plan.
Prerequisite: DEM 3508
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DEM 4510 - Disaster Response, Recovery and Operations Management
3 Credits
This course examines a theoretical and practical application of post-disaster management activities including human behavior in emergency situations, warning, evacuation, sheltering, triage, damage assessment, disaster declaration, debris removal, media relations, crisis counseling, individual and public assistance, fiscal responsibilities and other relevant functions. Decision making, incident command, EOC operations, coordination and service will be examined.
Prerequisite: DEM 3508 and DEM 3515
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DEM 4511 - Political and Policy Basis of Emergency Management
3 Credits
This course introduces concepts and basic descriptive information about the political system within the context of disaster policy and explores how political factors play a role in all phases of emergency management, regardless of the type or nature of the disaster event.
Prerequisite: DEM 3508
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DEM 4514 - Emergency Relief and Community Development
3 Credits
This course examines Christian perspectives on relief and development and the unique ways that Christian organizations are impacting societies around the globe. This is an interdisciplinary course examining theological perspectives on natural disasters, poverty, and justice as well as the sociological and cultural factors influencing sustainability and community transformation.
Also CM and SOC.
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DEM 4518 - Principles and Practice of Hazards Mitigation
3 Credits
This course explores natural and man-made hazard mitigation and its role in disaster management; structural versus non-structural actions; the role of the natural environment in mitigating natural hazards; and the role of prevention/preparedness in reducing the impacts of future terrorism events.
Prerequisite: DEM 3508
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DEM 4555 - Disaster & Emergency Management Internship I
1-3 Credits
The Internship course is designed to allow senior level students majoring in Disaster and Emergency Management the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge of the discipline in an occupational setting. Internships are completed in community based or governmental organizations. Students are required to work under qualified supervision and must complete various assignments to help them process the experience. (Satisfactory/unsatisfactory grading only.)
Prerequisite: Instructor approval and the completion of at least 12 hours of DEM classes.
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DEM 4556 - Disaster & Emergency Management Internship II
1-3 Credits
The Internship course is designed to allow senior level students majoring in Disaster and Emergency Management the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge of the discipline in an occupational setting. Internships are completed in community based or governmental organizations. Students are required to work under qualified supervision and must complete various assignments to help them process the experience. (Satisfactory/unsatisfactory grading only.)
Prerequisite: DEM 4555 and instructor approval
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DEM 5010 - Public Policy for Emergency Management
3 Credits
This course examines major policy and regulatory issues related to emergency management and explores how political factors play a role in all phases of emergency management, regardless of the type or nature of the disaster event.
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DEM 5012 - Community Emergency Preparedness
3 Credits
This course prepares students to design and evaluate disaster preparedness programs in community settings. It addresses specific issues associated with the planning process, including the role of the manager, the necessity for multi-agency involvement, various analytical techniques employed in planning, different levels of emergency planning, and different elements of the plan.
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DEM 5014 - Emergency Operation Management
3 Credits
This course examines a theoretical and practical application of post-disaster management activities Special attention will be given to the roles and responsibilities of various actors involved in emergency management. Decision making, incident command, EOC operations, coordination and service will also be examined
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DEM 5016 - Emergency Management in International Contexts
3 Credits
This course will address the fundamental issues associated with international crisis and disaster management. Students will identify and compare the principle tasks, responsibilities and capabilities of international disaster management organizations. Emphasis will be placed on developing the skills and principles needed to effectively prepare for and respond to disasters in international contexts.
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DEM 5018 - Hazards Mitigation
3 Credits
This course explores natural and man-made hazard mitigation and its role in disaster management. Students will learn the concepts and skills of hazard mitigation and recovery planning, vulnerability risk analysis, and implementation of a community wide mitigation programming.
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DEM 5020 - Disaster Relief and Redevelopment
3 Credits
This course examines Christian perspectives on relief and development in domestic and international contexts. This is an interdisciplinary course examining theological perspectives on natural disasters, poverty, and justice as well as the sociological and cultural factors influencing sustainability and community transformation.
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DEM 5022 - Emergency Management in the Public Sector
3 Credits
This course will examine the special issues related to emergency preparedness and response for public sector organizations. Emphasis will be given to unique attributes of the public sector and its key contributions to emergency management. The course will also address the specific skills and attributes needed to be successful as public disaster management professionals.
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DEM 5024 - Emergency Management in the Private Sector
3 Credits
This course will examine the special issues related to emergency preparedness and response for private sector organizations. Emphasis will be given to unique attributes of the private sector and its key contributions to emergency management. The course will also address the specific skills and attributes needed to be successful as private sector disaster management professionals.
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DEM 5026 - Emergency Management in the Non-Profit Sector
3 Credits
This course will examine the special issues related to emergency preparedness and response for non-profit organizations. Emphasis will be given to unique attributes of non-profits and their key contributions to emergency management. The course will also address the specific skills and attributes needed to be successful as non-profit disaster management professionals.
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DEM 5028 - Current Issues in Emergency Management
3 Credits
This course examines the latest trends in disaster management theory and practice, examining emerging issues in the public, private and non-profit realms. Students will develop the skills to effectively analyze new initiatives and critically consider practical applications.
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DEM 5202 - Disaster Management Leadership and Planning
3 Credits
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts, principles and practices of effective leadership. Emphasis will be given to leadership and planning issues throughout the disaster management cycle.
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Discipleship Ministries/Youth |
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DSC 235 - Children and Family Ministry
3 Credits
FALL
This course focuses on the essential principles and skills needed to minister to children and families within church and parachurch contexts. This class serves as an introduction to the Child and Family major. Students will be involved in a children’s ministry while enrolled in the class.
Offered alternate years (even)
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DSC 236 - Youth and Family Ministry
3 Credits
FALL AND SPRING
The course will explore theological, missional and practical foundations of generational transference of faith and ministry within the context of family and church systems. Topics will include the pattern and praxis of youth ministry from biblical, historical and contemporary perspectives.
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DSC 241 - Faith Development of Children
3 Credits
FALL
This course examines the dynamics of how faith develops within the lives of children related to the work of the Holy Spirit and theories of cognitive, moral, psycho/social, and faith development. Current research related to faith development will be analyzed within a biblical perspective.
Offered alternate years (odd)
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DSC 245X - Creative Drama for Youth and Children
3 Credits
FALL
Techniques, theories, and experiences of creative drama and its application to youth and children, including children’s theater, storytelling, story dramatization, and improvisation within an educational and ministry setting. (Also COM 245X )
Offered alternate years (odd).
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DSC 311 - Professional Ministry Conference
1 Credits
ARR
Participation in specialized ministry conference or seminar as arranged by the department. Permission from instructor required. Fee for seminar expenses.
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DSC 333X - Family Ministry
3 Credits
FALL
An exploration of how the church and para-church organizations can minister to children and teens in partnership with their parents and other community leaders. Findings from systems’ theory and attachment theory will be studied as they relate to the nurture of children and teens. (Also SOC 333X )
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DSC 334 - Camping Ministry
3 Credits
FALL
A study of the philosophy, objectives, administration, and leadership of camp ministry with attention given to developing camping skills, curriculum development, program planning, and counseling. All students will be expected to spend two weekends on a group camping experience.
Offered alternate years (odd)
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DSC 336 - Dynamics of Small Groups
3 Credits
SPRING
Integrates biblical directives with small group dynamics, emphasizing ministry within a relational model of the group. This course aims to develop skills and attitudes for both leadership and participation. Students will participate in a small group process throughout the course.
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DSC 338X - Social Justice
3 Credits
FALL
This course presents a consideration of perspectives on Christian social responsibility. Students encounter biblical and theological foundations for justice, and apply these frameworks to systemic issues of justice with the goal of discerning an appropriate call to action. (Also SOC 338X )
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DSC 351 - Teaching and Learning Theory
3 Credits
FALL
This class is designed to help students to understand the educational theory behind the most effective practices of teaching the Bible to people of all age groups. Students will learn to design their own Bible lessons based on thorough Bible study and good educational theory. Each student will be expected to design and teach at least four Bible study lessons in a ministry of their choice during the semester.
Offered alternate years (even)
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DSC 353 - Faith Development of Youth
3 Credits
FALL
This course studies the multifaceted issues related to the development of faith in adolescents. Recent research in brain development will be investigated along with other research related to how adolescents learn, grow, and develop into mature disciples of Jesus Christ.
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DSC 356 - Mentoring
3 Credits
FALL
This class will study both the theory and practice of mentoring. Students will gain a broadened historical and biblical perspective on the value and uses of mentoring in a wide variety of contexts. Students will gain skill in mentoring others and in learning through a mentoring relationship.
Offered alternate years (odd)
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DSC 357 - Curriculum Design for Discipleship
3 Credits
SPRING
This course equips students to design and implement plans, curricula and strategies for helping people of various ages and contexts to learn, grow, and develop into mature disciples of Jesus Christ. Students will examine and evaluate published strategies and curricula for discipleship training and teaching. Fee. (Part of ministry block for Pastoral, Child and Family, Discipleship Ministries, Youth & Family, Youth/Social Ministry and Worship Arts majors.)
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DSC 381X - Community Development & Justice
3 Credits
FALL
An examination of key theories, approaches, models, trends, practices and challenges of sustainable community-focused relief and holistic development, and their relationship to issues of economic, social, and spiritual justice. Consideration is given to biblical teaching on matters of poverty, economics, and justice, and the relationship of transformation and mission. (Also ICS 381X )
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: ICS 345X recommended
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DSC 400 - Independent Study
1-3 Credits
ARR
In-depth investigation of a topic in discipleship ministries using standard research procedures. Topic selection and course enrollment is by approval of the department chair.
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DSC 427 - Urban Ministry
3 Credits
SPRING
A practitioner-oriented exploration of ministry in the urban context. Students will participate in ethnographic research, and articulate holistic integrated approaches to youth and family ministry in population centers. Special attention is given to the development of authentic partnerships with indigenous leadership. Fee.
Prerequisite: DSC 338X , ICS 345X , or ICS 381X
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ECE 320 - Development of Young Children
3 Credits
SPRING
Principles and theories of early childhood development and learning are studied. Focus is on a holistic view of development, prenatal through childhood, with emphasis on major developmental domains: cognitive, social/emotional, physical, creative, and moral/spiritual. Strategies for assessing young children are explored. Consideration is given to the adult’s role in supporting the development and learning of young children.
Prerequisite: PSY 130
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ECE 331 - Preprimary Curriculum and Methods
3 Credits
FALL
This course provides the theoretical and practical framework for implementing developmentally appropriate practice for children ages three to five. Learning experiences and curriculum development focuses on integrating cognitive, social, emotional, physical, creative and moral/spiritual domains and establishing and maintaining a physically and psychologically safe and healthy learning environment. Field experience in approved site is required.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: ECE 320 and admission to the Teacher Education Department
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ECE 331P - Preprimary School Practicum
0 Credits
FALL
This experience provides an opportunity for students to gain understanding and skills needed to teach preprimary children. Students will observe and apply the theory and skills they have developed in the college classroom to practical situations in a preprimary learning environment. Students will complete assignments required by the course under the supervision of the cooperating teacher. Cooperating teachers complete an evaluation of performance. The 15-hour practicum experience is carried out with child contact in the preprimary school or daycare-learning environment with a teacher present who has current MN Board of Teaching Education licensure in Pre-K, ECFE or Early Childhood Special Education.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department
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ECE 340 - Principles of Early Childhood
3 Credits
SPRING
The purpose of this course is to explore the cognitive development of children in a culturally diverse society. Students will explore foundational theory of early childhood education, cognitive development domain, and developmentally appropriate instructional practices. Emphasis is given to the characteristics of a balanced literature-rich, integrated program that integrates the communication arts with beginning content concepts. Students will investigate the role of the teacher in the development of cognitive processes and guiding Christian principles. Students will learn to plan and assess learning in all classrooms designed for children birth through grade three.
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ECO 331 - Principles of Macroeconomics
3 Credits
FALL
An introductory course in the fundamental principles governing production, distribution, consumption, and exchange of wealth — dealing specifically with macroeconomics. Consideration will be given to national income, money and banking, including the role of government with respect to fiscal and monetary policies. Biblical principles and ethical implications will be addressed.
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ECO 332 - Principles of Microeconomics
3 Credits
SPRING
The continuation of ECO 331 dealing specifically with the study of microeconomics. Biblical principles and ethical implications will be addressed.
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ECO 453X - Advanced Business/Economics Seminar
3 Credits
ARR
A seminar study of advanced business or economics topics such as: entrepreneurship, sports and special events marketing, international marketing, international finance, economics of government and business, managerial development, public and non-profit finance and comparative economic systems. (Also BUS 453X )
Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of the department
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EDU 209 - Teacher Education Basic Skills Review
0-1 Credits
FALL
This course helps students prepare for the state-mandated basic skills tests in math, reading, and writing for Teacher Education. The course includes test-taking strategies and study skill development specific to each subject area. Course will address the individual needs of learners through diagnostic assessment and skill development. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only.
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EDU 211 - Media and Technology
2 Credits
SPRING
This course develops techniques for using educational media. Emphasis is given to developing proficiency in the use of educational software and media formats that are typically used to plan and deliver instruction.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or higher.
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EDU 240X - Adolescent Literature
3 Credits
SPRING
A study of a broad range of literature for pre-adolescents and young adults from middle school through high school age. This course places emphasis on book selection that considers developmental needs and interests, Christian values, and universal themes, as well as understanding established criteria for Newbery and other literary awards. Attention is given to exploring methods of using literature in teaching. (Also ENG 240X )
Prerequisite: ENG 131 and ENG 132
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EDU 241 - Foundations of Education
3 Credits
FALL
A survey of information from the fields of history, philosophy, and sociology that is relevant to the understanding of teaching as a profession and a Christian calling, the school as an institution, and contemporary educational issues. Current standards for entry into the teaching profession and expectations of Crown College’s performance-based program are included. Evaluated field experience is required and is considered part of the student’s candidacy for acceptance into the Teacher Education Department. This course is a prerequisite to all other teacher education courses. Teacher education fee applies.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or higher.
Corequisite: EDU 241F
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EDU 241F - Foundations of Education Field Experience
0 Credits
FALL
As a requirement of the Foundations of Education course (EDU 241 ), students complete a sixteen-hour field experience in a regular school setting. This practical component consists of classroom observation, tutoring individuals or small groups of students and assisting the classroom teacher in other appropriate ways. Cooperating teachers complete an evaluation of performance and teaching potential. This experience concentrates on students exploring their interest in the teaching profession. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Corequisite: EDU 241
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EDU 312 - Instructional Design
3 Credits
FALL
This course provides the theoretical and practical foundation for the design and management of instruction and for the use of formal and informal assessment strategies. The course explores long and short range planning, developing learning activities, and using new educational technologies to enhance teaching and learning. Cross-curricular goals, planning for diverse learners, differentiated instruction and the integration of technology will be emphasized. Background check fee applies.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Department.
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EDU 314 - Multicultural and Diverse Learners
3 Credits
SPRING
This course provides an understanding of diverse learners including: exceptional students, English language learners, and those from diverse cultures. The course will explore the challenges to learning, literacy, testing, and social issues for these learners, as well as educational law, parent rights, and roles within the community of learners. Practical strategies for working with diverse learners will be emphasized. Sixteen clock hours of field experience at a school site are required.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Department.
Corequisite: EDU 314F
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EDU 314F - Multicultural and Diverse Learners Field Experience
0 Credits
SPRING
As a requirement of the Multicultural and Diverse Learners course (EDU 314 ), students complete a sixteen-hour field experience in an alternative school setting. Students work with teachers and pupils in a classroom that has a significant at-risk or special needs or minority population. Cooperating teachers complete an evaluation of performance and teaching potential. This experience explores identifying and meeting the needs of at-risk learners. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Corequisite: EDU 314
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EDU 315 - Assessment for Learning
3 Credits
SPRING
The focus of this course is on educational measurement, assessment, and evaluation. The course will outline procedures for designing and selecting, administering, and interpreting a variety of informal assessment measures as well as standardized, formal assessments. A variety of evaluation techniques will be examined including authentic performance assessments. Students will develop, analyze, and interpret assessments as it relates to student learning.
Prerequisite: EDU 312
Corequisite: EDU 314 and EDU 350
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EDU 350 - Literacy Across the Curriculum
3 Credits
SPRING
This course provides an integrated model of literacy using a constructivist approach. Students learn the basic knowledge associated with teaching literacy across the curriculum in the K-12 world. This course will specifically address the 5 components of language arts (reading- fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary, writing, listening, speaking/presenting and visual literacy) and the process of learning each component. Also addressed will be those students who are not progressing at an average rate through the components. RtI and other intervention methods will be introduced and discussed along with strategies for enhancement of literacy instruction in content areas. Literacy assessments at all levels will be explored and practiced during this course.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Department.
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EDU 359 - Topics in Teacher Education
0-4 Credits
ARR
A study of various topics in teacher education, depending on the expertise of the professor and the needs and interest of the students. The course methodology will vary from a seminar format to a regular class format, depending on the subject and the professor. Taught by sufficient demand.
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EDU 400 - Independent Study for Teacher Education
0-4 Credits
ARR
Experience and/or research in the field of education approved and supervised by education faculty members. Education majors only.
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EDU 406 - Classroom Environment
3 Credits
FALL
This course explores teaching as a matter of relationships among individuals. Students explore these relationships to discover their need to be grounded in rapport and mutual respect between teacher and students, and among students. Important ideas covered are how group motivation and effective classroom management create an environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
Prerequisite: EDU 312 , EDU 314 and EDU 350
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EDU 455 - Student Teaching Seminar
1 Credits
SPRING
In this course during student teaching, students are challenged to consider the relationship between their Christian faith and their role as teacher. The course addresses such relevant issues as job searching, resume development and successful interviewing. The course will provide support and ethical coaching for the students as they complete their educational portfolio and edTPA (Teacher Performance Assessment). Teacher performance assessment fee applies.
Corequisite: Student Teaching (EED 449 , EED 451 , MED 454 , MED 455 , MED 456 , MUS 451 , MUS 453 , PED 457 , PED 458 , SED 454 , SED 455 , or SED 456 )
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EDU 6301 - Managing Diverse Classrooms
3 Credits
Structuring of physical, social, and instructional environment to maximize learning in a diverse classroom is covered. Students develop a comprehensive understanding of both practice and reactive approaches to management with attention to culturally diverse settings. Behaviorist and constructivist approaches, inclusive education, and conflict resolution are components of this course.
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EED 239 - Children’s Literature
3 Credits
FALL
A study of a broad range of literature for children from prekindergarten through middle school age. Emphasis is placed on book selection that considers developmental needs and interests, Christian values and universal themes, as well as established criteria from Newbery, Caldecott, and other awards. Attention is given to exploring methods of using literature in teaching.
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EED 310 - Elementary Fine Arts Methods
2 Credits
SPRING
This course introduces the intrinsic and instrumental value of the arts in the elementary classroom. The purpose is to instruct education majors in the development of knowledge, attitudes and skills which will form philosophical and creative basis for intelligent and confident use of the arts both as a subject matter to be taught and as tools to teach the core curriculum. Included in this course are the four areas of the fine arts: visual arts, music, drama, and creative movement. Fundamentals, instructional strategies, and integration techniques are addressed and explored. Field experience in approved site is required.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Department.
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EED 342 - Elementary Math Concepts and Methods
4 Credits
FALL
This elementary math methods course centers on children’s thinking in mathematics and classroom practices that extend children’s thinking. Based on groundbreaking research from the Rational Number Project and Cognitively Guided Instruction, this course will develop pre-service teachers’ frameworks for assessing children’s math content knowledge and then applying pedagogical content knowledge to develop elementary students’ abilities to implement problem solving strategies. This course integrates elementary math content with elementary math methods to enhance elementary students’ understanding of rational numbers, pre-algebra, geometry, data analysis, and fractions. Pre-service teachers will leave this class with specific instruments for helping elementary students construct for themselves meaningful interpretations of mathematical ideas.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department.
Corequisite: EDU 312 , EED 346 , EED 356 and EED 360P
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EED 346 - Elementary Social Studies Methods
2 Credits
FALL
Methods and techniques of teaching social studies K-6. Focus is on curriculum planning and content, as well as on materials and resources appropriate to the field. Some attention is given to computer applications and to classroom diversity. Field experience in approved site is required.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Department.
Corequisite: EDU 312 , EED 342 , EED 356 and EED 360P
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EED 349P - Elementary Literacy Practicum
0 Credits
FALL
This course is a practicum experience in which the students have the opportunity to apply theory to practice in an authentic classroom setting under the guidance of an experienced teacher. Developing effective planning, teaching and guidance skills, professional behavior, and enthusiasm for teaching are also intended outcomes, with an emphasis on literacy development. Meeting standards for licensure is accomplished through various assignments. Practicum experience in an elementary classroom is required. The course instructor supervises the practicum experience. Must be taken concurrently with EED 350 and EED 351 . Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department.
Corequisite: EED 350 and EED 351
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EED 350 - Elementary Reading Methods
3 Credits
FALL
This course offers an integrated, constructivist approach to the teaching of reading. Students explore methodologies designed to develop pre-reading techniques, vocabulary development, word identifications, fluency, and comprehension. Lesson planning, assessment, and rubrics are discussed. Field experiences in approved site are required and will include lesson planning and instruction. Students will demonstrate an understanding of multiple literacy curriculums/strategies through course work, discussion, and field experience.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Department.
Corequisite: EED 349P and EED 351
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EED 351 - Elementary Communication Arts Methods
2 Credits
FALL
This course is designed to survey current methods, materials, and research as they related to the teaching of communication arts. Students learn the various techniques for developing all of the communications skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and viewing. An emphasis on writing and the interrelated nature of the communication arts is presented. Curriculum planning and assessment strategies are developed. Field experience in an approved site is required.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Department.
Corequisite: EED 349P and EED 350
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EED 352 - Foundations of Literacy
2 Credits
SPRING
The purpose of this course is to explore the foundations of literacy and literacy development in a culturally diverse society. Students will explore foundational theory, the language acquisition, and developmentally appropriate instructional practices. Emphasis is given to the characteristics of a balanced, literature-rich program that integrates language with beginning reading and writing concepts. Students will investigate the role of the teacher in the development of language processes. Students will learn to plan and analyze literacy assessments for pre-primary and elementary classrooms.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Department.
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EED 356 - Elementary Science, Health and P.E. Methods
3 Credits
FALL
This course explores the methods, materials and techniques of teaching science, health and physical education in the K-6 classroom with a focus on instructional strategies for teaching science as a means for achieving scientific literacy, as well as surveying health and physical education content, theories and practices for developing and assessing health and physical education curriculum that promotes healthy lifestyles. NASPE and NESE standards will be explored including History and Nature of Science, Science as Inquiry, Science and Technology, Science in Personal and Social Perspectives. Coursework is connected to the practicum experience (EED 360P ) as students develop projects, lessons, and assessments for use in their required field experience in an approved site.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department.
Corequisite: EDU 312 , EED 342 , EED 346 and EED 360P
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EED 360P - Elementary Content Practicum
0 Credits
FALL
This course is a second practicum experience in which the students have the opportunity to apply theory to practice in an authentic classroom setting under the guidance of an experienced teacher. Developing effective planning, teaching and guidance skills, professional behavior, and enthusiasm for teaching are also intended outcomes. The content areas of mathematics, science, social studies, health and fine arts methods are addressed in this practicum experience. Meeting standards for licensure is accomplished through various assignments. Practicum experience in an elementary classroom is required. The course instructor supervises the practicum experience. Must be taken concurrently with EED 342 , EED 346 and EED 356 in the content block. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department.
Corequisite: EED 342 , EED 346 and EED 356
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EED 361 - Kindergarten Methods
2 Credits
FALL
This course is designed to survey current methods, materials, and research as they relate to the teaching of children in kindergarten. Students learn various techniques for developing the pedagogical skills needed to be effective kindergarten teachers. Curriculum planning and assessment strategies are developed. Field experience in an approved site is a required element of this course and must be taken concurrently with the EED 361P Kindergarten Practicum.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department.
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EED 361P - Kindergarten Practicum
0 Credits
FALL
This course is a practicum experience providing students the opportunity to apply theory to practice in an authentic kindergarten classroom setting under the guidance of an experienced teacher. Developing effective planning, teaching and guidance skills, professional behavior, and enthusiasm for teaching are also intended outcomes. Kindergarten methods are addressed in this required kindergarten practicum experience. Course assignments provide opportunities for students to meet standards for licensure. The course instructor supervises the practicum experience. Must be taken concurrently with EED 361 Kindergarten Methods.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: Admissions to the Teacher Education Department.
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EED 449 - Student Teaching: Elementary School
8 Credits
SPRING
Direct teaching experience in approved first through grade six classroom (may include Kindergarten). Students observe, participate, plan, and teach in an elementary school.
Prerequisite: Admission to student teaching.
Corequisite: EDU 455
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EED 451 - Student Teaching: Kindergarten
4 Credits
SPRING
For students with K-6 major (no endorsement) or K-6 major with preprimary endorsement: Direct teaching experience in approved Kindergarten classroom for 6 weeks. Teacher candidates observe, participate, plan, and teach under the supervision of selected cooperating teachers and a college faculty member/supervisor in an all-day Kindergarten setting.
Prerequisite: Admission to student teaching
Corequisite: EDU 455
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ENG 131 - English Composition
3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
This course emphasizes the fundamentals of effective writing in the context of the elements of rhetoric: writer, audience, and purpose. Students write narrative, informative, and persuasive compositions and a documented research paper.
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ENG 132 - Writing and Literature
3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
Continued instruction and practice in writing and the writing process are the focal points of this course, with emphasis on critical analysis of literary genres.
Prerequisite: ENG 131 or ENG 153H
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ENG 240X - Adolescent Literature
3 Credits
SPRING
A study of a broad range of literature for pre-adolescents and young adults from middle school through high school age. This course places emphasis on book selection that considers developmental needs and interests, Christian values, and universal themes, as well as understanding established criteria for Newbery and other literary awards. Attention is given to exploring methods of using literature in teaching. (Also EDU 240X )
Prerequisite: ENG 131 and ENG 132
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ENG 243 - Dramatic Literature
3 Credits
FALL
This course provides an introduction to dramatic literature and the theater from antiquity through the present. Students will read selected plays from American and British authors as well as authors from the Western and Eastern non-English traditions.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: ENG 131 and ENG 132
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ENG 250 - Short Story
3 Credits
SPRING
This course provides a survey of literary short fiction from antiquity through the present. Students will read selected stories from American and British authors as well as authors from the Western and Eastern non-English traditions.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: ENG 131 and ENG 132
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ENG 252 - Epic Poetry
3 Credits
FALL
This course provides an introduction to epic poetry from antiquity through the early-modern period. Students will read selected epics from American and British authors as well as authors from the Western and Eastern non-English traditions.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: ENG 131 and ENG 132
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ENG 311 - Advanced Grammar and Composition
3 Credits
SPRING
A study of traditional English grammar, focusing on its system, terminology, and applications, especially in the middle school and high school classroom. The writing component deals with selected topics in the rhetorical nature of language and the practice of various types of literary, professional discourse.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: ENG 131 , ENG 132 , COM 133
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