7000

A comprehensive overview of inferential and descriptive statistics used to solve research problems. Topics include but are not limited to hypothesis testing, types of data, correlation, chi square, t tests, simple regression models, ANOVA, ANCOVA, MANOVA, repeated measures, and multiple regression. Students will be exposed to common statistical software used in education.

Introduces students to the field of qualitative research and prepares them in the skills, techniques, and conceptual understanding necessary to complete independent research using qualitative methodologies. Students will practice a variety of approaches to qualitative data collection and analysis.

A survey of philosophical thought as it relates to the history and institution of education and as it relates to one’s own role and practice in the field.

Exploration of human growth and development through the adult learner with an emphasis on traditional and contemporary theories of Educational psychology. Examines the ways theories of cognition and learning inform instructional theories.

An examination of oppressive systems, literature, primary sources, sites, and biographies that inspired the acceptance and appreciation of diversity. Diversity issues are analyzed, synthesized, and evaluated for ideological, cultural, political, economic, and educational delivery systems. Includes an investigation of the historical, cultural, social, economic, and political factors that lead ordinary citizens to join together as a collective group to promote social change and reform.

Prerequisite: Admission to Ed.S. Curriculum & Instruction Degree Program.

Prerequisites: Admission to Ed.S. Curriculum & Instruction Degree Program, satisfactory completion of EDCI 7741 and 7743.

Prerequisite: Admission to Ed.S. Curriculum & Instruction Degree Program; satisfactory completion of EDCI 7741 and 7742.

Prerequisite: Admission to Ed.S. Curriculum & Instruction Degree Program; satisfactory completion of EDCI 7741, 7742, & 7743.

Prerequisite: Admission to Ed.S. Curriculum & Instruction Degree Program; satisfactory completion of EDCI 7741, 7742, 7743, & 7744.