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RTM 345 Ecotourism (3)
A study of regional and worldwide natural resource based tourism with emphases on sustainable development, nature interpretation, and adventure recreation.
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RTM 346 Cultural Tourism (3)
A study of cultural based tourism including historical interpretation, cross-cultural tourism, and heritage preservation.
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RTM 347 Resource-Based Tourism Management (3)
Prerequisites: RTM 222 or consent of instructor.
An in-depth field of study to explore and evaluate the use tourism resources and to identify current and future resource use problems and successful management strategies.
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RTM 348 Ski Area Management (3)
Prerequisites: RTM 100 .
This course examines the design and operation of commercial downhill ski facilities. Topics will include site design, equipment, snow production, staff training, guest services, safety management and liability issues. Visits to facilities will be planned as a part of the course.
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RTM 351 Directed Readings in Recreation and Tourism Management (1-3)
Permits students to do supervised, advanced study in subject areas not fully covered in the classroom. May be repeated for credit with consent of the adviser.
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RTM 355 Tourism Promotion (3)
Prerequisites: MKT 305 or consent of instructor.
Provides an overview of tourism promotion. Examines the agencies and organizations currently engaged in such promotion and the methods employed by them to attract customers to their tourism destinations.
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RTM 356 Hospitality and Tourism Marketing Management (3)
Prerequisites: MKT 305 or consent of instructor
Provides students with basic knowledge and practical experience that will enable them to develop strategic marketing plans for hospitality organizations and tourism destinations.
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RTM 360 Practicum: Recreation and Tourism Management (3)
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RTM 415 Meetings, Conventions and Special Events Management (3)
Prerequisites: RTM 239
Course examines the process of planning, marketing, publicizing and operation of conferences, conventions, trade shows and special events. Emphasis will also be placed on facility requirements of these events.
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RTM 415C Meetings, Conventions and Special Events Management (3)
Course examines the process of planning, marketing, publicizing and operation of conferences, conventions, trade shows and special events. Emphasis will also be placed on facility requirements of these events. This course is offered in partial fulfillment of a Certificate in Recreation and Tourism Management for non-degree seeking individuals.
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RTM 430 Seminar Senior Level: Recreation and Tourism Management (3)
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Short-term seminars on various topics in tourism and recreation. May be repeated for elective credit with the consent of the instructor.
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RTM 440 Independent Study: Senior Level (3)
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing with fifteen hours or more of previous class work in the discipline.
Consists of advanced study, reading, or research in the student’s area of interest.
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RTM 450 Internship Senior Level: Recreation and Tourism Management (3-12)
Prerequisites: 2.0 overall GPA, 2.5 GPA in the major, senior standing and permission of instructor.
On-the-job training and instruction in the concentration that the student has chosen. The student must work at least 600 clock hours through a combination of variable credit opportunities totaling 12 credit hours.
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RTM 480 Honors Courses (3)
Prerequisites: Senior standing.
Seniors who qualify for honors courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact the Director of the Recreation and Tourism Management Program.
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S ED 205 First Aid & CPR (1)
Instruction in knowledge and skill of standard first aid, CPR, personal safety, and medical self help. Required standards of completion will result in American Red Cross course certification.
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S ED 225 Safety Education Workshops (1-3)
Mini-courses of current interest in the area of safety education will be offered according to University guidelines as the Department of Human Performance so chooses. Topics of study will be indicated on student’s transcript.
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SOSC 100 Summer Academy (1)
Course for the Summer Academy students who successfully complete all of the Academy requirements. A comprehensive final exam is required and each student is expected to submit an autobiographical essay.
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SOSC 330 Seminar (1-3)
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Note: Repeatable for credit.
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SOSC 400 Teaching Assistant (1)
This course will focus on introducing students to an array of pedagogical theories and teaching practices in relation to social sciences instruction at a collegiate level. Students will work with an instructor within their major discipline throughout the semester. Applicants ideally should be interested in professional experience, graduate school, teaching at the university level, or enrolled in courses preparing them for a role in Education. There is a limit of one student assistant per course, per semester.
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SOSC 430 Interdisciplinary Seminar (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
The central theme of the problem investigated will be analyzed through the “eyes” of the various disciplines; with staffing for the seminar coming from the various disciplines of the department.
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SOSC 440 Independent Study (3)
Prerequisites: Minimum of 15 hours of course work completed in the discipline and consent of instructor and department chairperson.
Application must be made and approved by a committee before the student can register for the independent study. Applications may be picked up from the department chairperson.
Note: Repeatable for credit.
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SOSC 450 Public Service Internship (6-9)
The internship is a semester long work-study program in a public service agency. The Public Service Internship Program is open to juniors and seniors and offered both semesters of the academic year. Students interested in applying for the program should contact the office of the Department of Social Sciences.
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SOSC 460 Social Sciences Practicum (3-15)
Supervised practice of appropriate techniques, methods and ethics in an appropriate setting for the field of study.
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SOSC 2701 Introduction to Academic Research (1)
Designed to develop basic skills used in academic research. Special attention will be given to search techniques and sources, literature review and abstract, citation conventions, and academic integrity. Adaptations and applications to the student’s field of study will be explored.
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Social Work |
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SOWK 161 Introduction to Social Work (3)
Explores the multifaceted career opportunities of the social work profession, with an emphasis on human behavior, human rights, social and economic justice, and human diversity. Social work practice, values, and ethics are examined.
Note: SOWK 161 and SOWK 229 require a combined average GPA of 2.00 (“C”) or better.
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SOWK 229 Group Dynamics and Interviewing Skills (3)
Critically examines and integrates theoretical-conceptual perspectives about group communications and interviewing skills, applying this information to practical problems and situations in context, focusing on behavior of individuals and groups with an emphasis on effective individual and group skills for both intrapersonal and interpersonal growth and development.
Note: SOWK 161 and SOWK 229 require a combined average GPA of 2.00 (“C”) or better.
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SOWK 236 Human Behavior and the Social Environment Theories (3)
Prerequisites: SOWK 161 , PSY 101 and SOC 101
Orientation to the understanding of human behavior across the lifespan of individuals, groups, and communities. Formal and informal processes, norms, values, ethics, strengths, and diverse cultures will be examined across multiple contexts.
Note: SOWK 161 and SOWK 236 require a combined average GPA of 2.00 (“C”) or better.
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SOWK 237 Human Behavior and the Social Environment Across the Lifespan (3)
Prerequisites: SOWK 161 , PSY 101 , and SOC 101
Methodological and theoretical study of the the bio-psycho-social elements of human behavior across multiple contexts. Students will develop a theoretical and conceptual knowledge of human behavior applicable to competent social work practice.
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SOWK 301 Social Policy and Services History (3)
Prerequisites: SOWK 161 .
The primary focus of the course is on the history of social work and social policy. The forces driving policy decisions are examined within a historical framework. The differential impact of social policy on diverse and oppressed groups is developed.
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SOWK 302 Human Diversity (3)
An overview of racial, ethnic, gender, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation issues. The course will focus on helping students develop a conceptual understanding about complex and emotionally-charged issues of diversity, human rights, and social and economic justice. Students are challenged by using research, guided readings, and class discussion in understanding the societal implications of diversity.
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SOWK 303 Social Policy and Services Analysis (3)
Prerequisites: SOWK 161 .
Provides students with a framework to analyze current social policy, taking into consideration both historical influences and current factors shaping these policies. A framework for policy analysis, incorporating the principles of human rights and social and economic justice, is also included. Content is provided on policy formulation, incorporating the processes influencing policy decisions.
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SOWK 307 Practice with Individuals and Families (3)
Prerequisites: Social Work major; formal admission to the Social Work Program; SOWK 161 , SOWK 229 , SOWK 236 , SOWK 237 ; SOWK 370 ; PSY 101 ; SOC 101 ; ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 ; SOSC 2701 .
Methods of intervention appropriate for working with individuals and families are emphasized. Focuses on the basic knowledge, values, and skills appropriate for a generalist social work practitioner at the beginning professional level of social work practice. The practice components of engagement, assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, termination, and follow-up with individuals and families are utilized. A grade of “C” (2.0) or better is required in this course to enter SOWK 4601, SOWK 4602 and SOWK 451 .
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SOWK 308 Practice with Groups (3)
Prerequisites: Social Work major; formal admission to the Social Work Program; SOWK 161 , SOWK 229 , SOWK 236 , SOWK 237 ; SOWK 370 ; PSY 101 ; SOC 101 ; ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 ; SOSC 2701 .
Methods of intervention appropriate for working with small groups are emphasized. Focuses on values, knowledge, and skills appropriate for the generalist social work practitioner at the beginning professional level of social work practice. The practice components of engagement, assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, termination, and follow-up with groups are utilized. A grade of “C” (2.0) or better is required in this course to enter SOWK 4601. SOWK 4602 and SOWK 451 .
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SOWK 309 Practice with Communities and Organizations (3)
Prerequisites: Social Work major; formal admission to the Social Work Program; SOWK 161 , SOWK 229 , SOWK 236 , SOWK 237 ; SOWK 370 ; PSY 101 ; SOC 101 ; ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 ; SOSC 2701 .
Methods of intervention with organizations and communities are emphasized. Focuses on values, knowledge and skills appropriate for the generalist social work practitioner at the beginning professional level of social work practice. The practice components of engagement, assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, termination, and follow-up with communities and organizations are utilized. A grade of “C” (2.0) or better is required in this course to enter SOWK 4601, SOWK 4602 and SOWK 451 .
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SOWK 318 Health and Human Resources Administration (3)
An elective focusing on organizations and service delivery systems with an emphasis on leadership and management principles.
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SOWK 320 Working with Children and Adolescents (3)
Reflects current issues and trends in working with children and adolescents. Behaviors, therapy, and programs related to children and adolescents are discussed.
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SOWK 322 School Social Services (3)
Teaches basic knowledge, approaches, and skills involved in school social services. Examined are the basic concepts of children’s developmental needs, which require preventive services in the school, family, and community systems.
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SOWK 324 Gerontology and the Field of Aging (3)
Beginning with aging as a developmental process, implications are generated which relate to possible services for the aged. Included is a focus on the development of primary intervention, protective, and institutional services.
Note: (Class size limited.)
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SOWK 327 Health Care (3)
Deals with the relationship between physical well-being and social functioning; the definition of a state of health and the health continuum; concepts of multiple causation and the role of stress; the social and psychological impact of chronic illness; planning, organizing, and delivering of health services.
Note: (Class size limited.)
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SOWK 336 Corrections (3)
Examines social work and other professions in the area of forensics, courts, institutions, police, probation, and parole services. Attention is given to prevention and aftercare dynamics.
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SOWK 350 Special Topics in Social Work (1-3)
Prerequisites: Approval by the Social Work Department.
Courses on specialized areas of social work practice (such as Addictions, Family Therapy, and Introduction to Community Service)
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SOWK 370 Social Work Research Methods (4)
Prerequisites: SOWK 161 , SOSC 2701 MATH 105 (may be taken concurrently).
Familiarizes the student with the quantitative and qualitative research methods, the research process, and the role of research in professional practice. Students develop a research proposal. Emphasis is placed on evaluation of all levels of practice.
(3 hour lecture, 1 hour lab)
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SOWK 440 Independent Study (1-6)
Prerequisites: B average for majors or consent of social work faculty.
Advanced field study, readings, or research in student’s area of interest.
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SOWK 470 Advanced Community-Based Research (1-3)
Prerequisites: Completion of a basic research course or consent of the instructor.
This course seeks to deepen the student’s understanding of community-based research. Focusing on the substantial research opportunities in the professional arena this course is appropriate for any discipline in which academic and community partnerships are important. This is the capstone course for those pursuing the Civic Engagement minor.
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SOWK 480 Honors Courses (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact the Department Chair for further information.
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SOWK 481 Honors Courses (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact the Department Chair for further information.
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SOWK 501 Introduction to Generalist Practice (3)
Prerequisites: None
This is the introductory course to the advanced generalist social work profession for students entering the Generalist Program (1st year). The course provides an overview of the history and development of the profession, the values and ethics of the profession, the generalist knowledge and competencies necessary for practitioners, and practice with all sizes of systems and populations.
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SOWK 511 Generalist Human Behavior and the Social Environment (3)
This is the generalist HBSE course. The course provides the generalist understanding of and practice from a human behavior across the lifespan perspective at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels. All levels of HBSE are examined from multiple theoretical models including systems theory and from the strengths perspective. Students will develop critical thinking and assessment skills for competent social work practice.
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SOWK 521 Generalist Policy (3)
This is the generalist policy course required of all students who are not in the Advanced Standing Program. The course outlines the social policies that have been enacted in the United States and the resulting impact of their implementation with special attention to rural areas.
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SOWK 531 Generalist Practice (3)
The social work practice methods course enables students to understand and apply social work theories, strategies, and techniques for helping individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities within the context of the generalist perspective. Students will continue development of critical thinking skills by applying them to the analysis of evidenced-based practice methods and interventions. Students will integrate knowledge of evidence-based practice applicable to micro, mezzo, and macro levels of social work with clients and populations-at-risk; maintain commitment to economic and social justice, ethical practice, the strengths perspective, the planned change process and cultural differences.
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SOWK 541 Generalist Research (3)
This course is required for all students in the Generalist Program (1st year) and emphasizes the development of the quantitative and qualitative research knowledge necessary for evidence-based practice to inform research. Students are introduced to the concepts and skills underlying a systemic approach to social work research, including but not limited to the role of concepts and theory, hypothesis formulation, operationalization, research design, data collection, data processing, statistical analysis, computer skills, and research report writing.
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SOWK 551A, 551B Generalist Field Practicum (3,3)
Prerequisites: SOWK 501 and SOWK 511
Co-requisites: SOWK 531
The generalist field experience provides an opportunity to apply the skills, knowledge, cognitive/affective processes, and values of generalist social work practice in a social service setting with diverse clients. The Generalist Field Practicum requires that students complete 400 hours of practicum time in an agency setting. SOWK 551 is completed across two semesters, one 15 week semester (fall or spring) and one 5 week semester (summer I or summer II). Students complete 20 hours of field time per week across both of those semesters to complete the required 400 hours. SOWK 501 and SOWK 511 must be taken before the student starts SOWK 551. SOWK 531 must be taken before or concurrent with the student’s first semester of SOWK 551 (551A).
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SOWK 613 Advanced Human Behavior and the Social Environment in Rural Settings (3)
This course is an advanced Human Behavior in the Social Environment (HBSE). The course provides an advanced rural focus on human behavior in the social environment with a specific focus on the issues that occur in rural settings and the human context. The course examines (but is not limited to) issues such as social justice/injustice such as poverty, human rights, gender, sexual orientation, race, social class, environmental injustice and ageism. These issues are addressed across all levels of practice through the lens of the strengths perspective and systems approach while examining personal and professional values. Students will develop critical thinking, knowledge and skills for competent rural social work practice.
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SOWK 622 Advanced Policy in Rural Practice (3)
This is the second policy course and is required for students who are in the Advanced Generalist Program as well as those progressing from the Generalist Program. The student will select a social topic or population relevant to rural areas and explore how to assist those working with the topic or population through written and policy involvement assignments. The knowledge builds from the paper written in SOWK 521-Generalist Policy and from applied policy analysis research.
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SOWK 633 Advanced Rural Practice with Individuals, Families, and Groups (3)
This course is designed to prepare social work students for advanced practice with individuals, families and groups in rural settings The rural social worker often does not have the luxury of being able to intervene across multiple populations utilizing various intervention modalities. This course focuses on best practices and intervention methods appropriate to the unique strengths and limitations within rural settings and with rural populations.
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SOWK 634 Advanced Rural Practice with Communities and Organizations (3)
This advanced course prepares masters level social work students for advanced practice in rural settings with communities and organizations. This course includes practice with a wide variety of populations. The rural social worker often does not have the luxury of being able to refer clients and must be able to intervene across multiple populations utilizing various intervention modalities. This course focuses on working with communities and organizations using best practices and intervention methods appropriate to changing contexts and populations.
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SOWK 642 Advanced Rural Research Methods for Social Work (3)
This research course is required for both Generalist and Advanced Generalist students. The course emphasizes the application of research methods for the evaluation of practice effectiveness and/or program outcomes in rural practice. Students will develop a single case design, choose a client, group, behavior, or program and engage in the evaluation process. The course emphasizes the evaluation of evidence-based interventions and the utilization of the results to make practice decisions that improve the quality of services, initiate changes in policy, and improve delivery of social services. Students will expand their understanding of the essential components of a research project that were introduced in SOWK 541-Foundations of Research or in their respective BSW program.
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SOWK 653A, 653B, and 653C Advanced Field Practicum (3)
Prerequisites: SOWK 613
Co-requisites: SOWK 633
The Advanced Field Practicum advances the skills, knowledge, cognitive/affective processes, and values of social work as applied to rural practice. In the Advanced Field Practicum students complete a minimum of 525 field practicum hours. Each student will complete the advanced field practicum across three semesters and will complete 16 or 21 hours per week to obtain the minimum 525 hours, depending on the students progression through the program. SOWK 613 must Be taken before students start SOWK 653. SOWK 633 must be taken either before or concurrent with the student’s first semester of SOWK 653 (653A).
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SOWK 660 Special Topics (3)
Electives will rotate and include issues relevant to rural social work practice that can change to respond to evolving contexts of practice and environment. Students will take this course one (1) time in the Foundation Year and three (3) times in the Advanced Year for a total of twelve (12) hours. Psychopathology will be offered as a standing elective for those students planning to engage in clinical practice. Similarly, for students planning to advance their education a thesis option is available. The thesis may be completed in lieu of taking the electives in the advanced year.
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SOWK 661 Appalachian Culture, Structures, and Environment (3)
This advanced course integrates social work issues and methods from across the curriculum within a rural setting and Appalachian context. The course builds upon the conceptual and historical foundations of rural practice and the unique Appalachian culture and resultant family, community, and delivery structures. Further, the course explores mechanisms to build individual and community capacity, in part, by recognizing and exploring avenues of strength, inherent in and indigenous to, the environmental context of Appalachia.
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SOWK 1001 Sign Language I (1)
Prerequisites: No prerequisite.
An introductory skill development course in the art of manual communication.
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SOWK 1002 Sign Language II (1)
Prerequisites: No prerequisite.
An intermediate skill development course in the art of manual communication.
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SOWK 4601 Field Instruction (6)
Prerequisites: Completion of all required Social Work Courses. Students must have a better than 2.00 overall grade point average with a 2.50 average in those courses listed under Social Work Courses Required and a 2.0 or better in SOWK 307 , SOWK 308 , and SOWK 309 . Students must have senior status.
Provides students with opportunities to develop skills, knowledge, theories, and techniques with procedures from the classroom being applied to field situations. Emphasis is on individualized instruction with supervision by faculty. Application to be made through Field Instruction Coordinator three months before placement begins.
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SOWK 4602 Field Instruction (6)
Prerequisites: Completion of all required Social Work Courses. Students must have a better than 2.00 overall grade point average with a 2.50 average in those courses listed under Social Work Courses Required and a 2.0 or better in SOWK 307 , SOWK 308 , and SOWK 309 . Students must have senior status.
Provides students with opportunities to develop skills, knowledge, theories, and techniques with procedures from the classroom being applied to field situations. Emphasis is on individualized instruction with supervision by faculty. Application to be made through Field Instruction Coordinator three months before placement begins.
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SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (3)
A course reflecting the basic concerns of sociology and designed to fulfill the General Education requirements for non-majors and for teacher certification.
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SOC 201 Social Problems (3)
An examination of issues of timely importance to Americans generally, and to West Virginians in particular, emphasizing sociological explanations of underlying social factors.
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SOC 207 Social Inequality and the Media (3)
Offers a sociological perspective on significant dimensions of social stratification, including race, class, gender and sexual orientation, through analysis of various forms of mass media.
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SOC 210 Deviant Behavior (3)
A study of deviance as social process. Considers historical and cross-cultural variation in definitions of deviance; the process of labeling deviant behavior; and the development and management of deviant identities.
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SOC 221 Sociology of Gender (3)
An examination of gender as a cultural construction and an organizing principle of social structure. Topics covered include representations of gender in popular culture; gender socialization and the development of gender identity; and the gendered organization of various social institutions.
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SOC 230 Sociology of Law (3)
This course explores the complex relationships between the legal system and the everyday social world while also exploring the importance of authority, power and identity. It provides students with tools and knowledge to critically analyze and better understand their social environment and everyday notions of legal authority and experience.
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SOC 301 Sociology of Families (3)
A study of the forms of family organization and structure; processes of courtship and relationship development; the contemporary role of families in society; parenthood; family crisis; family in transition.
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SOC 303 Criminology (3)
A study of the causes of crime and criminal behavior. Major categories of crime, including property crime, violent crime and white-collar crime are considered.
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SOC 305 Professional Issues (1)
This course helps sociology majors prepare for life after college graduation. Topics include clarification of career goals, job searching, developing a resume, interviewing, researching graduate programs, applying to graduate school, developing a personal statement and taking the GRE.
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SOC 307 Social Psychology (3)
An examination of the dynamics of people interacting with one another in American culture. Emphasis is on everyday occurrences and the interrelationship of individuals, groups, and society as a whole.
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SOC 320 Special Topics in Sociology (1-3)
Prerequisites: To be specified by instructor.
Courses on various topics in sociology. Topics of study will be indicated on student’s transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
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SOC 321 Popular Culture and Social Movement (3)
Examines elements of contemporary American culture such as icons, heroes, myths, and rituals, which reflect the ideas, beliefs, and values of the culture. Particular emphasis will be placed on the role of contemporary technologies, such as gaming, social networking and the Internet.
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SOC 329 Minority Group Relations (3)
A study of the nature and dynamics of social groups focusing on the socio-historical factors contributing to the existence and maintenance of minorities. The interlocking nature of oppression due to the manifestation of prejudice and discrimination based on ethnicity, race, age, gender, religion, and sexual orientation are stressed throughout the course.
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SOC 398 Qualitative Methods in Sociological Research (3)
Prerequisites: Junior standing or consent of instructor.
This course provides an introduction to qualitative research methods. The course covers the basic procedures of participant observation and interviewing, the concepts underlying qualitative analysis, and the theoretical, ethical, and practical issues that arise while conducting qualitative social research.
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SOC 399 Quantitative Research Methods (3)
Prerequisites: Junior standing or consent of instructor.
Basic techniques of quantitative research in the social sciences are covered including development of hypotheses, identification of variables, reliability, validity and sampling. Specific methods of quantitative data collection, such as survey research, secondary data analysis and content analysis are examined. Students develop a quantitative research proposal.
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SOC 406 Sociological Theory (3)
Prerequisites: Junior standing or consent of instructor.
An analysis of contributions to sociological theory dating from the late 1800’s; special emphasis given to major school and theorists.
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SOC 430 Senior Seminar (3)
Prerequisites: Senior standing and either SOC 398 or SOC 399
Students conduct an independent research project with the guidance of departmental faculty.
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SOC 440 Independent Study (3)
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SOC 450 Sociology Internship (3-12)
Prerequisites: Senior level sociology majors only. Consent of Instructor required.
The supervised internship provides students with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations in an appropriate private, government or non-profit setting.
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SOC 480 Honors Courses (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact the Department Chairperson for further information.
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SOC 481 Honors Courses (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact the Department Chairperson for further information.
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Spanish |
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SPAN 101 Elementary Spanish I (3)
The most basic patterns of Spanish grammar. Emphasis on basic vocabulary and on developing skills in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending the Spanish language. Emphasis on the present tense.
Note: Students who have received credit for any higher-level Spanish course (except SPAN 210) may not receive credit for this course.
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SPAN 102 Elementary Spanish II (3)
Prerequisites: SPAN 101 or one year of high school Spanish or consent of instructor.
Further development of skills in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending. Expansion of tenses, moods, and sentence complexity.
Note: Students who have received credit for any higher-level Spanish course (except SPAN 260) may not receive credit for this course.
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SPAN 110 Advanced Beginning Spanish (4)
Students with some High School Spanish but who are not ready for SPAN 102 start at a higher level than SPAN 101 . The course catches up with SPAN 102 so that students completing it may enter
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SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish I (3)
Prerequisites: SPAN 101 -SPAN 102 or equivalent, or two years of high school Spanish, or consent of instructor.
Readings in Hispanic cultures and literature; review and expansion of Spanish grammar and vocabulary; practice in writing, speaking, and comprehending the language.
Note: Students who have received credit for any higher-level Spanish course (except SPAN 260) may not receive credit for this course.
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SPAN 202 Intermediate Spanish II (3)
Prerequisites: SPAN 101 -SPAN 102 and SPAN 201 or equivalent, or three years of high school Spanish, or consent of instructor.
Further readings in Hispanic cultures and literature; review and enhancement of Spanish grammar and vocabulary; practice in writing, speaking, and comprehending the language. This course will give students the essential grammatical and cultural tools necessary to express themselves in upper level classes.
Note: Students who have received credit for any higher-level Spanish course (except SPAN 260) may not receive credit for this course.
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SPAN 210 Culture and Civilization of the Hispanic World (3)
This class will introduce students to a wide range of themes that surround the Hispanic World, such as “empire”, “discovery”, “identity” and “difference” in order to expand knowledge of important issues surrounding the peoples of Spain, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Latinos in the United States. Taught in English.
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SPAN 240 Independent Study (1-3)
Prerequisites: ENGL 102 or consent of instructor.
Advanced and/or extended exploration of topics in Hispanic literature and culture. May be repeated for credit. Class conducted in English. Coursework submitted in English.
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SPAN 301 Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition (3)
Prerequisites: SPAN 202 with a grade of C or better, or demonstration of equivalent proficiency.
A writing-intensive course designed to develop advanced competency in written Spanish through the review of the finer points of grammar, general style and mechanics of writing descriptive, narrative, and analytical texts. Numerous writing assignments will include expository and argumentative pieces, and in-class discussion will continue developing oral and aural competency.
Note: Course is conducted in Spanish.
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SPAN 302 Advanced Oral and Written Expression (3)
Prerequisites: SPAN 301 or equivalent.
This course focuses on the development of advanced oral and written communication skills in communication with popular culture in Spanish. Attention will be focused on grammar, syntax, use of appropriate registers, necessary vocabulary, non-verbal and culturally specific cues.
Note: Taught in Spanish.
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SPAN 305 Introduction to Literature in Spanish (3)
Prerequisites: and or approval of instructor.
This course provides an introduction to Hispanic Literature and to the analysis of cultural texts. As an introduction course the class will familiarize you with the basic tools for the analysis of film and three literary genres: narrative, poetry, and drama. The course will focus on techniques of argumentative writing in Spanish and the building of your textual interpretation in both oral and written form.
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SPAN 310 Culture and Civilization of the Hispanic World (3)
Prerequisites: and or currently enrolled in SPAN 302.
This class will introduce students to a wide range of themes that surround the Hispanic World, such as “empire”, “discovery”, “identity”, and “difference” in order to expand knowledge of important issues surrounding the peoples of Spain, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Latinos in the United States. Taught in English but students will produce all coursework in Spanish.
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SPED 503 Legal and Historical Foundations of Special Education (3)
This course is designed to provide a foundation of the field of special education. Candidates are introduced to the various areas of exceptionality including the following: individuals with mental retardation/intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, emotional or behavioral disorder, autism, speech/language and communication impairment, hearing impairment, visual impairment, physical disabilities, health disabilities and related low incidence disabilities, and giftedness. Additionally, candidates explore identification, evaluation and qualification of students with special learning needs, IEP development, Universal Design for Learning, and lesson design and development. A 25-hour clinical is required for this course.
Note: A 25-hour field based experience is required
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SPED 505 Assessment of Individuals with Disabilities (3)
This course is an applied approach to assessment in special education. Candidates will focus on understanding how assessment is used to identify and appropriately serve students identified as having special learning needs. Descriptions and purposes of tests most often used in assessment in a variety of cognitive domains will be covered in depth. Legal issues and legislation that provide the foundation of both special education and assessment practices will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on the practical application of assessment in schools, diagnosis of specific disabilities, writing professional reports, making recommendations from the data, presenting results to parents, attending the eligibility committee meetings and writing appropriate IEPs. Although there is no formal clinical experience required, candidates are expected to complete designated assignments in classroom environments that include both students with disabilities and students without disabilities.
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SPED 509 Advanced Strategies for the Inclusive Environment (3)
Teacher candidates are required to develop diverse instructional strategies designed to meet both the social and academic needs of diverse student populations. Candidates will become familiar with special education legislation and the federal requirements that govern the special education process. Emphasis is placed on the identification of the individual needs of all learners, including, but not limited to, students receiving special education services, and on the development of effective instructional strategies/teaching techniques to address those needs. Topics include: Instructional strategies and instructional design, parent and community involvement, social and multicultural issues and classroom management techniques. Candidates are provided multiple opportunities for refining instructional strategies typically implemented in inclusive classroom environments.
Note: 25-hour field based experience required
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SPED 510 Teaching Reading to Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)
Prerequisites: SPED 503
The course is designed to prepare candidates to implement evidence-based strategies for teaching reading to students with disabilities. Candidates will use a variety of instructional techniques for teaching basic language and literacy skills to students with diverse learning needs, including students with disabilities.
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