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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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English |
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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
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ENG 240X - Young Adult 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 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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ENG 312X - American Literature
3 Credits
FALL
This class is an overview of literature throughout the history of the United States, showing its development from colonial times to the present. Students will work individually and collaboratively to explore topics, works, and traditional authors as well as those representing multi-cultural and diverse voices in the changing canon of American literature. Works selected for this class have high historic significance as well as literary value. (Also HIS 312X )
Offered alternate years (even)
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ENG 314 - Poetry
3 Credits
FALL
This class is an overview of poetry and its historical and cultural contexts. Students will work individually and collaboratively to examine diverse pieces, learn terminology, and employ methods for analyzing and evaluating poetry. Students will also write poetry with the goal of publication in the college poetry journal or other venues.
Offered alternate years (even)
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ENG 318X - Law & Literature
3 Credits
FALL
The primary focus is to examine crime in literature, including but not limited to Steinbeck’s East of Eden, Dostoevsky’s Crime and Punishment, as well as various works by Poe, Shakespeare, and Flannary O’ Connor. Subthemes of this class include the impact of literacy rates on deviance and criminality in society as well as how law is portrayed inaccurately in story. (Also CRM 318X )
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: ENG 131 , ENG 132 and PSY 130
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ENG 320 - Literary Non-Fiction
3 Credits
SPRING
This course provides a survey of literary non-fiction from antiquity through the present. Students will read selected essays and memoirs from American and British authors as well as authors from the Western and Eastern non-English traditions.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: ENG 131 and ENG 132
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ENG 322 - The Novel
3 Credits
FALL
This course provides a survey of the novel from its origins through the present. Students will read selected novels from American and British authors as well as authors from the Western and Eastern non-English traditions.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: ENG 131 and ENG 132
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ENG 326X - Global Literature
3 Credits
SPRING
Through the literature studied in this course, students gain exposure to various genres of writers from outside of the United States and from African, Asian, and European cultures, to name a few. Students will work individually and collaboratively to explore topics and works of high literary as well as historic significance. (Also HIS 326X )
Offered alternate years (odd)
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ENG 327X - Oral Interpretation and Dramatic Storytelling
3 Credits
FALL
Techniques, theories and practices of the oral interpretation of literature and the dramatic story. Students will also learn the everyday applications of these tools, particularly in educational and ministry settings. (Also COM 327X )
Offered alternate years (even)
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ENG 333 - Introduction to Linguistics
3 Credits
FALL
An introduction to linguistic theory and its applications. Topics include development, acquisition, change, phonology, phonetics, morphology, grammatical structures, syntax, and semantics, with some consideration of comparative and socio-linguistics. The corpus-based approach will focus on an analysis of databases provided by real language examples, but various other linguistic theories and research methods will also be explored.
Prerequisite: ENG 131 and ENG 132
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ENG 341 - Creative Writing Seminar
3 Credits
FALL
Writing, reading, and criticism of original expression, whether it is non-fiction or creative, will be discussed and critiqued in class.
Prerequisite: ENG 131 , ENG 132 , and three credits in literature, or consent of the instructor
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ENG 349X - Publishing and Copyright
3 Credits
SPRING
This class introduces students to the publishing industry as well as classic and non-traditional publication processes. This class also exposes students to the complexity of copyright law, when it is applicable, the advantages of and alternatives to copyrighting works, and the risks of not understanding intellectual property basics. During this class, students will publish the college poetry journal, and/or other short work in print or e-version, for hands-on experience of the entire process. This class is ideal for English majors, business majors, communication majors, and all students who are interested in any aspect of publishing poetry, children’s books, novels, inspirational literature, music, business manuals, catalogs, or countless other creative works across many industries. (Also COM 349X )
Offered alternate years (even)
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ENG 359 - Topics in English
1-3 Credits
ARR
A study of various topics in English, depending on the expertise of the professor and the interest of 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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ENG 400 - Independent Study
1-3 Credits
ARR
A supervised study of various writing methods, analytical principles, and writing problems. This individualized course may be accompanied by peer tutoring in the Learning Lab or by writing for the student newspaper (Storm Chaser) or the yearbook (Storm Tracker). Enrollment is by approval of the English faculty. A student may earn a maximum of six credits in this manner.
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ENG 434X - Christian Classics
3 Credits
This is an overview of some of the most outstanding Christian literature ranging from St. Augustine to C. S. Lewis. In a close study of Christian spiritual writings from various genres, the course explores symbolism, biblical allusion, Christian theology, and practical application of faith woven into these Christian literary classics. (Also THE 434X )
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ENG 437 - Shakespeare
3 Credits
SPRING
This literature course focuses on reading and viewing the comedy, tragedy, and history plays of Shakespeare. Although the plays dominate the content of the course, some of Shakespeare’s sonnets and poems are included as well as information on the Renaissance theater.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: ENG 131 , ENG 132 , or consent of the instructor
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ENG 442 - Literary Criticism and Theory
3 Credits
SPRING
An overview of literary criticism, showing its development from the classical world through the rise of professional criticism and into the critical theory of the late 20th century. Students will apply various theories and critical approaches to specific works of literature and will evaluate critics and theorists from a Christian perspective. Authors studied include Plato, Aristotle, Philip Sidney, T.S. Eliot, and Jacques Derrida.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: ENG 243 or ENG 250 or ENG 252 or ENG 320 or ENG 322 or ENG 325
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ENG 450 - English Internship
3 Credits
SUMMER, FALL, or SPRING
This is a field-experience course in which a student spends at least 115 hours in a supervised position with an organization or firm that allows opportunity for learning and work related to the achievement of competency in the application of English skills in the work place. Students and supervisors receive prior orientation during which an internship agreement is developed. Careful evaluation by the employer-supervisor and by the college coordinator is required. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into Humanities/Social Science Department by the semester prior to the planned internship and instructor consent.
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ENG 1050 - Aviation Composition and Research
3 Credits
This course teaches the fundamentals of effective writing for those pursuing careers in aviation. The student will research a wide variety of aviation flight publications, periodicals, online resources and literary classics of aviation (especially missionary), and will compose four reports (narrative, persuasive, technical & informative) using the APA rules of style. (Also AVI 1050 )
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ENG 1510 - College Writing and Research
3 Credits
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 1512 - Introduction to Literary Analysis
3 Credits
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.
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ENG 2510 - Survey of American Literature
3 Credits
An overview of non-dramatic literature of the United States, showing its development from colonial times to the present. Students also work individually and collaboratively to explore topics, works, and authors representing multi-cultural voices in the changing canon of American literature.
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ENG 2512 - World Literature
3 Credits
A study of representative, twentieth-century works of world literature. An important goal of the class is to promote an understanding of the works in their cultural/historical contexts and of the enduring human values which unite the different literary traditions. The course gives special attention to critical thinking and writing within a framework of cultural diversity.
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ENG 3515 - Christian Literature
3 Credits
This is an overview of some of the most outstanding Christian literary works ranging from St. Augustine to C.S. Lewis. In a close study of Christian spiritual writings, the course demonstrates an effective integration of Christian faith and learning in literature.
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English as a Second Language |
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ESL 111 - Academic Reading Skills
3 Credits
ARR
This course provides advanced level readers with intensive practice and extensive reading tasks in a variety of written genres. Students whose first language is not English will develop and improve reading comprehension and proficiency and the ability to make inferences from the text. There will also be vocabulary building strategies and study strategies practiced.
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ESL 112 - Academic Writing Skills II
3 Credits
ARR
This course focuses on developing academic essay writing as well as advanced English language skills. This course emphasizes writing and a process as well as developing analytical reading and critical thinking skills.
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ESL 2510 - Foundations of Teaching English as a Foreign Language
6 Credits
This course covers essential topics in teaching speakers of other languages to read, write, speak and listen in English. The class will focus on the knowledge and skill needed for effective classroom TEFL instruction.
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ESL 2520 - Teaching English to Youth
3 Credits
This course covers the most effective practices for teachers working with children and youth ages 5-20. Students will learn to create successful lesson plans, foster an engaging learning environment, and effectively manage a classroom.
Prerequisite: ESL 2510 or ICS 3615
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ESL 3050 - Advanced Methods for Teaching English Online
6 Credits
This course covers the most effective practices for teaching English in an online environment. Students will learn to use various online tools and develop instructional strategies for fostering successful online learning. Offered in conjunction with a strategic partner. By permission only.
Prerequisite: ESL 2510 or ICS 3615
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ESL 3060 - Teaching English as Mission
3 Credits
This course addresses the key topics for teaching English in countries other than one’s own as faith-based service. Students will learn how to adapt to another culture, focus on spiritual formation, and serve community needs in culturally appropriate ways.
Prerequisite: ESL 2510 or ICS 3615
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Exercise Science |
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EXS 5010 - Applied Sport Performance
3 Credits
The student will gain an understanding of exercise physiology and performance concepts. The student will gain an understanding of testing for performance as well as interpreting the results to make improvements in outcome measures.
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EXS 5012 - Culture, Sport and Society
3 Credits
The student will integrate the role of cultural differences, globalization, nationalism, politics, economics, diversity, sex and gender on the influences on sport. The student will examine the cost and revenue of individual sports at the club level, high school, college and professional level. The student will evaluate the role of the Olympics, again examining the cost, the economic impact and the role of the USOC. The student will develop a philosophy related to sport in the US, specifically identifying a level of coaching. The student will evaluate the development of sports in the US, specific to men and women in sport.
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EXS 5014 - Applied Nutrition for Performance
3 Credits
The student will gain an understanding of the nutritional influences on sport performance. The student will become familiar with nutritional software to develop sound nutritional meal plans for athletes. The student will understand the role of WADA in governing banned substances. The student will also develop skill sets to determine quackery in claims and product information.
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EXS 5016 - Training Theory & Analytics I
3 Credits
The student will gain an understanding of the physiological mechanisms the control the body’s response to training. The student will understand the theoretical principle of training and be able to utilize these principles to develop scientifically built programs based on analytics. The student will gain an understanding of the role of maturation in performance outcomes as well as the implications for injury and injury prevention. This class is specific to training the aerobic and lactate systems.
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EXS 5018 - Training Theory & Analytics II
3 Credits
The student will gain an understanding of how to train specific for strength, speed and power outcomes. The student will follow the Strength and Conditioning (CSCS) curriculum to enable the student to sit for the National Strength and Conditioning Certification Exam. This course will also follow the guidelines to sit for the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) exam.
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EXS 5020 - Applied Movement Analysis & Technology
3 Credits
The student will learn to do motion analysis with biomechanical software. The student will learn about movement patterns, functionality screening and deficiencies in movement due to anatomical structures. The student will develop cues for improving biomechanics. The student will develop a movement analysis project using software to breakdown the movement patterns.
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EXS 6010 - Biostatistics
3 Credits
Introduction to statistical methods for students using human subjects as a research population. The course will analyze case studies, cohort studies, longitudinal studies. The student will learn the terminology that is used in statistical analysis. Topics such as data description, study design, screening, estimation hypothesis testing, categorical data analysis, and regression will be explored. Emphasizes concepts and interpretation rather than computation or theory.
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EXS 6012 - Applied Sport Performance Research
3 Credits
This course will explore sport performance research through the development of understanding the components of research, the interpretation of research and the limitations within the findings. The student will gain an understanding of impact rankings and additional citations of the research. The student will develop a systematic approach to determining validity as well as research bias that exists in publications specific to sport performance.
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EXS 6014 - Psycho-Physiological Responses in Extreme Conditions
3 Credits
The student will understand the role of psychology and physiology - psycho-physiology in diffusing the pathways that interact with the perceived response of preventing death. This course will evaluate the adaptations required to accomplish extreme feats in the military elites as well as police, SWAT and firefighters. Additionally, the student will examine new set points of homeostasis when pushed in extreme environments. The student will learn about stress inoculation.
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EXS 6016 - Ethics in Sport Performance
3 Credits
The student will gain an understanding of the ethical principles in developing athletes. The student will understand how to truthfully market results as well as protect the athlete under HIPPA rules and regulations. The student will understand the need for certifications and liability insurance.
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EXS 6150 - Sport Performance Internship
3 Credits
The student will do an internship at a facility that trains athletes. The student will be an active participant in administrating multiple training sessions within a “season” of a training module.
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EXS 6220 - Capstone
3 Credits
The student will do a culminating project specific to their career goals. The goal of the capstone is to formalize a training program for an individual or a team. This project is compiling all the physiological adaptations, movement patterns and psycho-physiological impact on very specific outcomes.
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Finance |
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FIN 210 - Personal Financial Planning
3 Credits
FALL
A comprehensive introductory course on the fundamentals personal financial planning. A review of the personal financial planning process, personal cash flow, asset and liability management, insurance, debt management, investment management, tax planning, and retirement and estate planning. Students will develop personal budgets and financial goals. This course cannot be taken in addition to BUS 130 - Concepts of Personal Finance .
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FIN 310 - Investments
3 Credits
FALL
This course provides a basic understanding of the functioning of securities markets, individual investment alternatives, issues involved in investment theory and practice, and investment analysis and valuation, and the risk/return characteristics of different investment opportunities. The topics covered include portfolio and diversification theory, short-term investments, long-term investments, investment banking, security trading, measuring portfolio performance, international investing, and mutual funds.
Prerequisite: FIN 210
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FIN 335 - Financial and Operational Performance Management
3 Credits
ARR
This course will provide an overview of the financial and operational performance management market. It will address key performance indicators, strategic plans and forecasts as well as performance reporting and forecasting. Course will include hands on modeling experience in a current software system.
Prerequisite: IT 106
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FIN 344X - International Finance
3 Credits
ARR
This course is an introduction to financial policies regarding the allocation, acquisition and flow of funds of an organization in an international setting. This course integrates economics, accounting and finance together to examine the financial risks a company faces while operating in an overseas environment. It addresses such areas as exchange rates, international financial systems, and risk exposure. (Also BUS 344X )
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FIN 410 - Money and Banking Management
3 Credits
ARR
This course covers the financial services industry and institutions. The course provides an overview of the banking and financial markets, the role of money, and monetary theory and policy in the U.S. economy.
Prerequisite: ECO 232
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FIN 412 - Trusts and Estates
3 Credits
ARR
This course will provide an introductory examination into the basics of estate planning and the laws governing the disposition of property after death, either by intestate succession or by will. This course will also look at the creation and termination of trusts and the laws of estate planning along with the laws and procedures involved, including the Uniform Probate Code.
Prerequisite: BUS 421
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FAR 122 - Introduction to Drawing
1 Credits
ARR
A basic look into the fundamentals of drawing skills and techniques through the use of graphite, charcoal, and ink. Focus points will be on perspective, texture, and line.
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FAR 123 - Introduction to Art
3 Credits
ARR
Explore a combination of studio and history through the use of slides, film, art field trips, discussion, and individual art work. Basic visual elements of line, shape, form, space, and texture will be explored through pencil, ink, and collage. Designed for students who wish to develop a broad understanding of art.
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FAR 131 - Artistic Methods
3 Credits
ARR
This course is designed to relate art to the culture in which it was created, thereby giving the student the understanding necessary to see art as both a part of life and an expression of that life.
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FAR 132 - Art Survey
3 Credits
ARR
A problem and theory approach to the underlying structure of visual form. Through a variety of techniques, tools and materials are used to examine the basic elements, principles and concepts of visual organization for the flat surface.
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FAR 150 - Introduction to Digital Imaging
3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
This course is an introduction to digital photography. Students will learn how to operate a digital SLR camera, understand and apply the elements of image composition, and explain how digital photography fits into the overall history of photography.
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FAR 151 - Intermediate Digital Media
1 Credits
ARR
This is a continuation of the work done in FAR 150 - Introduction to Digital Imaging . The emphasis is on furthering skills in photo enlargement and DV (digital video), as well as creatively presenting the products. A digital project portfolio is required.
Prerequisite: FAR 150 or consent of the instructor
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FAR 155 - Aesthetic and Creative Development
3 Credits
ARR
An interactive look at the normative stages of art-making and the appreciation of artwork across the lifespan. Emphasis is on assessing the physical, intellectual, and psychological aspects of the creative process and product. The purpose of this course is to provide the student with aesthetic and developmental frameworks for the visual language and to illustrate its use as a vital means of personal and mass communication.
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FAR 234 - Stage Acting and Improvisation
3 Credits
FALL
Students will learn the basics of theatrical research, character creation, and Western acting techniques. This class will also explore the theory/techniques of both American and British improvised theatre.
Offered alternate years (odd)
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FAR 235X - Music and the Arts
3 Credits
ARR
This course introduces the student to music and the arts in Western Civilization. Chronologically based, the course deals with stylistic features, philosophical thought, composers, and artists and their representative works. (Also MUS 235X )
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FAR 241 - Drawing I
3 Credits
FALL
An introduction to the basic concepts in drawing. This course provides a systematic exploration of the drawing methods with an emphasis on traditional approaches to line, form, composition, perspective, and chiaroscuro.
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FAR 243 - Painting I
3 Credits
SPRING
An introduction to painting as an art form. This study is grounded in the disciplines associated with the techniques and aesthetics of painting based in water based media (watercolor, acrylic, etc.).
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FAR 244 - Acrylic Painting
3 Credits
ARR
An exploration of the acrylic painting medium and additives as a means of enhanced communication. Color theory is approached from a personal perspective, exploring color palettes based on individual associations to produce a more intentional product.
Prerequisite: FAR 243 or permission of instructor.
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FAR 247X - Media Foundations
3 Credits
FALL
This course examines the principles and processes of media creation. Special consideration will be given to montage theory as a basis for mediated messages. Students will gain a broad overview of film and video production. (Also COM 247X )
Offered alternate years (even)
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FAR 272 - Introduction to Dance, Movement and Stage Combat
3 Credits
SPRING
An introductory class in basic dance and theatrical movement. Students will learn the basic history of Western dance, basic techniques of Western dance, as well as movement techniques from around the world.
Offered alternate years (odd)
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FAR 329X - Fundamentals of Acting and Directing for Film
3 Credits
FALL
This course is a practical, hands on class that instructs the basics of acting and directing for film. Students will learn to interpret scripts both as actors and directors and perform them or communicate them respectively. Students will also learn specific techniques as actors to embody a role as well as tools they can use as directors to summon a performance from the talent. (Also COM 329X )
Offered alternate years (odd)
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FAR 342X - Interactive Design
3 Credits
SPRING
Using current web standard language, this course moves beyond transactional web communication introducing the student to dynamic user-centered design. Students will learn the technique, tools and processes used to construct dynamic interactive web design. (Also COM 342X )
Offered alternate years (odd)
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FAR 344X - Digital Design
3 Credits
FALL
Overview of visual communication theory including a conceptual understanding of the various uses of print and graphics elements. Foundational design principles coupled with design tools develop skills for desktop design. (Also COM 344X )
Offered alternate years (even)
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FAR 351X - Advanced Photography
3 Credits
SPRING
This advanced photography course will focus on advanced techniques in photography give specific attention to studio photography. Students will also work with editing software to finish their photos. (Also COM 351X )
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: FAR 150 or permission of the instructor.
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FAR 359 - Special Topics in Theatre
3 Credits
ARR
This seminar course considers various topics in theatre. The focus will be determined by the instructor and students enrolled. Students may take the course more than once for credit.
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FAR 361X - Cinematography
3 Credits
FALL
This class provides a capstone for the Video and Film Production program. Advanced study in the art of the moving image. Subjects will include composition, exposure, lighting, movement, and blocking through the use of a variety of camera gear. Hands-on projects in cinematography will accompany class materials. (Also COM 361X )
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: COM 247X
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FAR 362X - Video Editing
3 Credits
SPRING
This class will combine the basics of film editing software procedures with aesthetic skills in order to explore the essential practices of post-production. (Also COM 362X )
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: COM 247X
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FAR 439 - Stage Direction and Production
3 Credits
SPRING
A culmination of theatre training at Crown, students will be trained in all non-performance aspects of a theatre production including lights, sound, costumes, make-up, management, marketing, and stage direction. This class will conclude with a night of short plays with one play produced per student.
Offered alternate years (odd)
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FAR 458X - Video Short Form
3 Credits
SPRING
Through a collaborative process, this course explores key aesthetic concepts of visual short form storytelling. Elements include screenplay breakdown, production management, casting, concept-to-visual, editing rhythm and pacing, and post color design. (Also COM 458X )
Offered alternate years (even)
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FAR 1560 - Art Appreciation
3 Credits
An introductory study of art appreciation that examines significant art and artists associated with major art movements with a special emphasis on historic and contemporary art reflecting Christian beliefs. Content and knowledge emerge from the study of the elements and principles of art to acquire a vocabulary and understanding of the meaning and purpose of visual imagery and an overview of the development of art throughout history to the present.
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FAR 1600 - Digital Imaging
3 Credits
This course introduces students to basic concepts and techniques of digital imagery. Students will use the principles of design and visual rhetoric in critiquing selections of digital images. Students will create a project incorporating course topics into their individual artistic expressions.
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FAR 4586 - Biblical and Historical Perspectives of Worship
3 Credits
This course is a study of worship focusing on biblical examples from the Old and New Testaments. Students develop theological and philosophical frameworks as a foundation for the training of worship leaders. Emphasis is placed on the development of creativity and balance in the corporate worship experience. (Also BIB 4586 and CM 4586 )
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GEO 221 - World Regional Geography
3 Credits
SPRING
This course introduces the basic principles of geography by focusing on the diversity and interdependence of world regions. The emphasis is primarily cultural or human geography and secondarily physical geography.
Offered alternate years (odd)
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Graduate Studies Core |
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GRD 5012 - Strategic Planning
3 Credits
This course studies the leaders role in strategic planning. Attention is given to developing vision and values, program development, allocating resources, and assessing effectiveness for improvement.
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GRD 5013 - Leadership and Culture
3 Credits
This course is designed to equip the leader to understand, assess, and lead in a wide variety of cultural contexts including a wide variety of rural, suburban, and urban worlds, as well as complex cross-generational and ethnic settings. (Also INT 5013 )
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GRD 5014 - Organizational Communication
3 Credits
This course is an introduction to the theories and practice of organizational communication with an emphasis on the themes of communication, empowerment, and technology and their impact on organizations.
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GRD 5015 - Introduction to Social Science Research Methods
3 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to how tos and wherefores of social science research. Most of the class will be centered on the four most basic approaches to social research: experimentation, survey research, field research, and the use of available data. The class is designed to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each, while suggesting that the approaches are complementary rather than mutually exclusive. This overall approach integrates data collection and interpretation so as to ensure a cohesive research plan.
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GRD 5017 - Theoretical and Spiritual Foundations of Leadership
3 Credits
This course is designed to prepare individuals for formal and informal leadership roles in various organizational settings. Emphasis is given to theoretical, practical, personal and spiritual aspects of leadership.
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GRD 5020 - Journey into Leadership Coaching
3 Credits
This course provides an overview of leadership coaching. Topics include: history and development of coaching, ICF core concepts, ethics and standards, strategic inquiry, benefits of coaching for individuals and organizations, how coaching is distinguished from counseling, consulting, and mentoring.
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GRD 5110 - Spiritual Leadership Coaching
3 Credits
This course emphasizes incorporating the Christian worldview into the leadership coaching process. In this course, students keep a 30-day spiritual journal and practice key coaching skills such as deep listening, prayer, watching for God’s activity, asking powerful questions, and giving direct feedback. Students are coached by a Mentor coach.
Prerequisite: GRD 5020
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GRD 5208 - Strategic Planning for Leaders
3 Credits
This course studies the leaders role in strategic planning. Attention is given to developing vision and values, program development, allocating resources, and assessing effectiveness for improvement through the use of case studies. (Also MBA 5208 )
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GRD 5211 - Academic Writing for Evaluation and Research
3 Credits
This course will equip students to construct well-developed and grammatically sound papers appropriate for academic assignments, evaluation reports, and research studies. Students will summarize and evaluate literature, discuss multiple perspectives, appeal to logic and reasoning, integrate primary and secondary sources in their arguments, and revise writing to produce a clear, concise style appropriate to the audience. The course will also emphasize learning and applying APA guidelines to writing projects.
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GRD 5212 - Research Design
3 Credits
This course offers a step-by-step process for conducting research in preparation for the integrated research project. Content includes reviewing the literature; developing the research problem/questions; hypothesis testing; selecting the appropriate research design; and the interpretation and reporting of the results. Quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research designs will be compared.
Prerequisite: GRD 5015 and approval of the Graduate Research Coordinator.
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GRD 5230 - Leadership Coaching in Action
3 Credits
In this course, students apply their coaching knowledge to real-world coaching scenarios. Topics include: coaching assessments, coaching in different settings, group and team coaching. Students are coached by a Mentor coach and practice coaching in peer mentoring circles. Course wraps up with a unit on starting your own coaching business. Fee.
Prerequisite: GRD 5110
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GRD 5310 - Program Planning and Evaluation
3 Credits
This course provides an overview of evaluation models and the theory and techniques of conducting program evaluations. Content includes measuring variables, reporting evaluation findings, using the results, and the relationships among policy, planning and evaluation.
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GRD 5312 - Integrated Research Study
3 Credits
This capstone course is an integration of previous course work and personal research. Students work with advisors to conduct an integrated research study that will enhance an area of interest and contribute to existing research in the field. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: GRD 5015 and GRD 5212
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GRD 5314 - Supervised Practicum in Program Evaluation
3 Credits
This capstone course requires supervised work on a project approved by an advisor. The required research paper/ evaluation report must demonstrate a student’s ability to perform independent work and show evidence of professional-level writing skills. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: GRD 5015 and GRD 5212
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GRD 5315 - Integrated Research Project Writing
1 Credits
This course provides an extension to students who need extra time to complete their M.A. Thesis. Students will continue to work under the guidance of their advisors and the course instructor to complete the steps necessary to receive final approval for their thesis. Students may only take this class two times. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: GRD 5312
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GRD 5316 - Program Planning and Evaluation Writing
1 Credits
This course provides an extension to students who need extra time to complete their M.A. thesis in program planning and evaluation. Students will continue to work under the guidance of their advisors and the course instructor to complete the steps necessary to receive final approval for their thesis. Students may only take this class two times. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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GRD 6010 - Foundations of Higher Education
3 Credits
This course is designed for those who are presently teaching in the Christian college setting. Topics addressed include: foundations of higher education; biblical, theological, and evangelical foundations for Christian higher education; pedagogical theory and practice; foundation of assessment as well as personal and professional development. The course is taught in a seminar format. (Also HED 6010 )
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HEA 320 - School Health Education: Substance Abuse and Diseases
3 Credits
ARR
This course provides instruction and learning experiences relative to comprehensive school health education. The course investigates substance abuse, communicable, non-communicable, and chronic diseases. Special consideration is given to issues concerning drugs, alcohol, tobacco, and other chemical use as well as HIV infection, AIDS, sexually-transmitted diseases and pregnancy prevention. This course is designed to provide professional preparation in comprehensive school health related issues. The course will include information on health related topics such as tobacco, alcohol and drug use, HIV infection, AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Teacher Education Department.
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HEA 430 - Methods of 5-12 Health Education
3 Credits
FALL
A course designed to cover advanced teaching techniques, curriculum goals and development of health in grades 5-12. This course will cover the state curriculum requirements for secondary health education. Practicum experience in an approved site is required.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Corequisite: HEA 430P
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HEA 430P - Methods of 5-12 Health Education Practicum
0 Credits
FALL
Students have the opportunity to apply theory to practice in an authentic 5-12 health education 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. Meeting standards for licensure is accomplished through various assignments. Practicum experience in a 5-12 health classroom is required. The course instructor supervises the practicum experience.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department.
Corequisite: HEA 430
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