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SOCW 498 - Coordinating Seminar
3 Credits
Faculty are consultants and mentors as students demonstrate their ability to assess a client system; to propose a policy change and evaluation method; to demonstrate effective use of the professional change process; and to plan for educational and professional advancement in light of a social purpose or vision for social change. Assignments make up the comprehensive examination in Social Work.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 400 - Social Work Methods III and SOCW 482 - Field Practice III
Corequisite(s): SOCW 484 - Field Practice IV or permission of the department chairperson.
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SOCW 499 - Coordinating Seminar BSW Completion
3 Credits
Faculty are consultants and mentors as students demonstrate their ability to assess a client system; to propose a policy change and evaluation method; to demonstrate effective use of the professional change process; and to plan for educational and professional advancement in light of a social purpose or vision for social change. Assignments make up the comprehensive examination in Social Work.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 401 - Social Work Methods III BSW Completion and SOCW 486 - Field Practice III BSW Completion
Corequisite(s): SOCW 487 - Field Practice IV BSW Completion or permission of the department chairperson
Other: This course is open to students in the BSW completion program only
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SOCW 500 - Social Policy I: History and Philosophy
3 Credits
Social welfare policies promote or undermine human rights, fundamental freedoms, and social and economic opportunities. Social workers must have broad knowledge of the organization and structure of the social welfare system and how social services are funded. The course explores the foundations of American social values, political and economic structures, and power and privilege in relation to how these impact social welfare policy development, create or limit access and availability to social welfare services and benefits.
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SOCW 501 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment I
3 Credits
This course uses biological, psychological, social, cultural and spiritual perspectives to build understanding of people within their environments, providing a context for Social Work assessment and practice. Students study human development through the life course as it is affected by social and cultural diversity, social, political and economic barriers and opportunities, and the roles and status of women. Students apply theories and research-based knowledge to the interrelationships among individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities and cultures in local, transnational and international contexts. This includes relationships characterized by social conflict, oppression and violence, and relationships that contribute to human and social development, equity and peace.
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SOCW 502 - Social Work Practice I
3 Credits
This course prepares students to practice community-based Social Work at the beginning level. This initial practice course teaches students the generalist perspective of Social Work practice which emphasizes working across a range of systems that includes individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities. Generalist Social Work practice includes principles of empowerment and highlights strengths-based, collaborative practice. Students are introduced to the professional change process with socially and culturally diverse individuals, groups and families, and they examine and apply the NASW Code of Ethics and Standards for Cultural Competence. Students develop an understanding of the relation of theory to practice skills to guide the application of Social Work knowledge, values and skills in community-based settings.
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SOCW 503 - Culture, Diversity and Human Rights
3 Credits
This course is designed to help Social Work students to work effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds. Culturally responsive practice emerges from self-awareness, relevant and nuanced understanding of the life context and culturally influenced values and norms of the client and knowledge of systems of oppression and privilege that impact on fundamental human rights. Students develop skills to support honest self-reflection to minimize the effects of personal bias on the helping relationship as well as developing an understanding of other cultures and identities.
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SOCW 504 - Social Policy II: Advocacy and Social Justice
3 Credits
Building from the study of the history and philosophy of current social policy structures, this course emphasizes policy practice, developing skills and knowledge to influence policy development and implementation. Students analyze the effects of social policies on diverse populations, learn a values-based approach to affecting change with and on behalf of clients, and participate in political action, such as legislative advocacy, lobbying, and electoral politics. Client-directed, collaborative policy practice is explored in a variety of settings including organizational and community-based programs and services.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 500 - Social Policy I: History and Philosophy
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SOCW 505 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment II
3 Credits
The course builds upon SOCW 501 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment I by continuing the exploration of theories and knowledge informing biological, sociological, psychological, cultural and spiritual processes and development across the life span. It addresses the environmental conditions that support or inhibit individual and family growth and development; and variations arising from ethnicity, class, cohort, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion and other differences.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 501 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment I
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SOCW 506 - Social Work Practice II
3 Credits
Generalist Social Work practice with communities and organizations includes strategies for networking and community-based research. Students learn to assess socially and culturally diverse communities and organizations in local and international environments, including inter-group and inter-organizational relationships; prejudice, discrimination and differential opportunities; formal and informal leaders, support systems and service providers; and community and organizational values as obstacles and resources for social change. Students learn integrated service strategies to link clients with collaborative interdisciplinary care.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 502 - Social Work Practice I
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SOCW 507 - Social Work Research I
3 Credits
Social workers use research to build knowledge, influence policy and evaluate practice. Students consider qualitative and quantitative research methods; examine applications of new technologies; explore issues in professional ethics and human rights; apply standards for cultural competence; and gain experience in evaluation research. The course is designed to prepare students to become sophisticated and discerning users of and contributors to the Social Work knowledge base.
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SOCW 510 - Field Practice I
4 Credits
Students are placed in a Master of Social Work Student Unit for 16 hours/week (total of 240 hours) of supervised field experience in generalist Social Work practice. Agency-based clinical preceptors support students as they integrate theories and research-based knowledge with their experiences in the field. Students are expected to frame questions, locate and apply relevant professional literature, identify ethical issues and pursue cultural competence. Students locate, learn and practice evidence-based approaches and promising practices relevant to their population and agency role. Student units afford opportunities for mutual aid and collaborative learning to augment professional supervision.
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SOCW 511 - Field Practice II
4 Credits
Continuation of SOCW 510 - Field Practice I . Students are placed in an M.S.W. Student Unit for 16 hours/week (total of 240 hours) of supervised field experience in generalist social work practice.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 510 - Field Practice I
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SOCW 512 - Foundation Field Practice I (Extended Year Option)
3 Credits
Students are placed in a Master of Social Work Student Unit for 12 hours/week for 16 weeks (total of 192 hours) of supervised field experience in generalist Social Work practice. Agency-based clinical preceptors support students as they integrate theories and research-based knowledge with their experiences in the field. Students are expected to frame questions, locate and apply relevant professional literature, identify ethical issues and pursue cultural competence. (Note: Students electing the extended year option must register for extended year field SOCW 613 in the spring & SOCW 614 in the summer. It is not possible to switch to the 20-hour per week SOCW 611 section for the spring term.)
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SOCW 590 - Special Topics
3 Credits
See semester course listing for description.
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SOCW 595 - Independent Study
1 to 3 Credits
Students select a topic or project to pursue through independent or small group work. Application forms for independent study/research must be approved by the project advisor, department chair and dean of the school. A maximum of six credits independent study/research may be applied toward the degree.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor and program director required.
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SOCW 596 - Advanced Standing Bridge Course
3 Credits
This seminar is required for all students admitted to the Advanced Standing program. Advanced standing students have already completed a CSWE-accredited bachelor of Social Work. This seminar is designed to review and extend these students’ preparation for advanced practice curriculum at the graduate-level, while also establishing a strong working cohort to support student learning and retention. This course helps students enhance their professional identity as social workers while ensuring that they are ready to enter the concentration year of the M.S.W. program. The course content will focus on the CSWE core competencies in the foundation curriculum: 1) human behavior in the social environment, 2) social welfare policy, 3) values and ethics, 4) diversity and culturally relevant practice, 5) micro, mezzo and macro level practice, and 6) research. The course will introduce students to the basic concepts of community-based clinical practice in preparation for the advanced curriculum. Open to Advanced Standing students.
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SOCW 597 - Advanced Standing Skills Lab
1 Credits
This lab develops students’ applied skills in Social Work practice. It integrates Foundation Social Work approaches to practice such as empowerment, strengths-based and collaborative/person-centered with skills for practice. The course assures that incoming Advanced Standing students have mastered foundation competencies in Social Work practice skills with individuals and systems of various sizes. Open to Advanced Standing students.
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SOCW 600 - Community Mental Health
3 Credits
This overview of community mental health prepares social workers for clinical practice in multidisciplinary community mental health settings, including research, treatment, program development, evaluation and policy analysis. Grounded in the mental health recovery model, the course reviews the consumer movement in community mental health, the relationship between stigma and recovery, and the principle that persons can recover throughout their lifetime. Topics include community mental health across the lifecycle, diversity and community mental health, social determinants of mental health, new and emerging best practices in community mental health, and organizational and policy issues. Open to second-year students and Advanced Standing students.
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SOCW 601 - Advanced Clinical Practice I
3 Credits
Community-based clinical Social Work practice is culturally responsive, evidence-based, ethically sound and collaborative. Building on the knowledge and skills developed in foundation courses, this course explores dimensions of the therapeutic relationship, multidimensional assessment, diagnosis, and the skillful application of therapeutic interventions using individual, family and group modalities. Students will learn case management strategies to support optimal functioning of persons in community-based settings. Students learn to apply evidence-based practice theory, including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and behavioral theories to complex client issues, attending to the impact of trauma, chronic conditions, relationships and stress. Interventions stress resiliency, and enhancing client capacity and strength. Open to second-year students and Advanced Standing students.
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SOCW 602 - Social Work Research II: Community-Engaged Research
3 Credits
This course will teach the principles and applied methods of community engaged research, including collaboratively defining the community and identifying relevant research questions, co-constructing and implementing study designs, interpreting and disseminating findings, and implementing research findings. Students will learn to develop and maintain partnerships with community groups, working with community-based providers, organizations, health and public health agencies.
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SOCW 603 - Advanced Clinical Practice II
3 Credits
Students learn to co-construct individualized treatment plans with clients, employing multiple treatment modalities - individual, group and family - as appropriate. Building on the knowledge and skills developed in foundation courses and SOCW 601 - Advanced Clinical Practice I , students expand their understanding of clinical practice theory and their skills in applying the theory in practice. Using a foundation for clinical assessment that includes attachment, family systems and developmental theory, students learn to engage with families and community assets to support optimal functioning of clients in nurturing environments. They learn to select culturally responsive, trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment approaches consistent with a multidimensional, strengths-based assessment. The course introduces knowledge of neurobiology and pharmacology related to clinical social work intervention.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 601 - Advanced Clinical Practice I
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SOCW 610 - Field Practice III
4 Credits
Students are placed in a student unit for 20 hours/week (total of 300 hours) of supervised field experience in advanced clinical social work practice. Agency-based clinical preceptors support students as they integrate theories and research-based knowledge with their experiences in the field. Students are expected to frame questions, locate and apply relevant professional literature, identify ethical issues and pursue cultural competence. Students locate, learn and practice evidence-based approaches and promising practices relevant to their population and agency role. Student units afford opportunities for mutual aid and collaborative learning to augment professional supervision.
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SOCW 611 - Field Practive IV
4 Credits
Continuation of SOCW 610 - Field Practice III . Students are placed in a student unit for 20 hours/week (total of 300 hours) of supervised field experience in advanced clinical social work practice.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 610
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SOCW 612 - Field Practice III (Extended Year Option)
3 Credits
Students are placed in an M.S.W. student unit for 15 hours a week for 15 weeks in supervised field experience in clinical social work. Agency-based clinical preceptors support students as they integrate theories and research-based knowledge with their experience in the field. The student units give mutual aid and collaborative learning. NOTE: Students selecting the extended year option must register for the extended year SOC 613 in the spring and SOCW 614 in the summer. Students cannot switch to the 20-hour-per-week SOCW 613 - Field Practice IV (Extended Year Option) in the spring.
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SOCW 650 - Clinical Practice in Mental Health and Substance Abuse
3 Credits
This course provides a framework for clinical practice focusing on interpersonal processes in the therapeutic relationship. Social workers in clinical practice must be prepared to work effectively with mental health symptoms and substance abuse disorders. Students are provided with the knowledge and basic skills to recognize and understand the dynamics of chemical dependency in the lives of individuals, addiction treatment options, dual diagnosis and the recovery process. The course will explore support system development and enhancement using natural and formed helping groups and family supports. Students extend their understanding of the use of medications and other treatment methods and broaden their understanding of neuroscience. (SOCW 650 may be used as an elective for any of the M.S.W. specializations.)
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SOCW 651 - Multicultural Health and Mental Health: Prevention, Evaluation, Treatment
3 Credits
This course explorers factors contributing to mental health disparities across the life cycle as experienced by racial and ethnic minority populations, immigrants and refugees, low-income communities and LGBTQI persons. Students consider strategies to reduce stigma and stereotyping in health care, to improve cross-cultural and language barriers in the clinical encounter, and to promote social determinants of health. Students explore multiple dimensional theories of the self, including biological, emotional, cognitive and spiritual facets that influence a person’s biopsychosocial development with a context and over time. Students identify and apply prominent concepts embedded in social work theories to assess people’s interaction with their social environment to inform the selection of interventions. In additional to exposure to the multiple dimensional theories of the self, students are also exposed to research and trauma and must integrate how trauma shapes or reshapes each dimension of a person and subsequent behaviors with other individuals, families and groups in their social environment. Emphasis placed on how these factors vary across diverse populations.
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SOCW 652 - Aging, Health and Wellness
3 Credits
Community-based clinical practice with older persons calls for knowledge of the physical, psychological and spiritual dimensions of aging; the family, community and cultural contexts of aging; and the impact of social policies on health outcomes for older persons and their families. This course explores the diversity of the aging experience as related to mental health, socio-economic status and cultural expectations. Students explore intervention modalities with special focus on especially vulnerable and historically marginalized segments of the elderly population.
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SOCW 653 - Depression and Anxiety Disorders: Identification and Treatment
3 Credits
Major depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States and many times is co-morbid with an anxiety disorder. Despite being a common mental health disorder, treatment of depressive and anxiety disorders are complicated by identification of the disorders, co-morbid physical and mental health conditions, age and cultural related factors, and economic factors. This course provides students with an in-depth analysis of depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, integrated treatment depressive and anxiety disorders, and psychopharmacology of these disorders. Particular attention is directed toward cultural variations in the presentation and treatment of depressive and anxiety disorders.
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SOCW 660 - Clinical Practice with Veterans
3 Credits
This course prepares social workers for community based clinical practice with veterans and their families, with particular attention to signature injuries among recently returning Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, such as traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, substance abuse and suicide. The course explores the history and context for delivery of mental health services to military service members, veterans and their families; the mediating influence of military culture in outreach and treatment; and the development of evidence-based best practices in culturally responsive, trauma-informed care.
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SOCW 661 - Women in the Military Services
3 Credits
The historical roles of women in combat and the changing legal and cultural contexts for women’s military service present challenges and opportunities for the health and wellbeing of women and their families. This course examines the particular health and mental health issues experienced by servicewomen such as hostile military environments, military sexual assault, barriers to family and community reintegration, and limited access to appropriate health care. Particular attention is paid to best practices in promoting recovery and resilience among military women, including community outreach, community-based treatment, advocacy and care coordination, and family and peer support.
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SOCW 662 - Military Families: Transition and Well-being
3 Credits
This course prepares community-based clinical social workers to assess and respond to the unique needs of military families through the cycle of pre-deployment, deployment and post-deployment reintegration. Military families historically have demonstrated remarkable resilience, resourcefulness and adaptability. In recent years, however, the cumulative impact of multiple combat deployments and the “hidden wounds” of war have posed significant health and mental health challenges to children and adults within military families. The toll on family members may manifest in symptoms of anxiety, depression, secondary post-traumatic stress, as well as higher rates of suicide and domestic violence. Particular attention is paid to the development of evidence-informed clinical interventions in the context of schools, child-serving agencies, and community health and mental health programs.
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SOCW 670 - Evidence-Based Practice with Children, Youth and Families
3 Credits
This course will emphasize the application of Evidence-Based Practice for in-home family treatment models. Students will develop familiarity with prominent models (evidence-based and promising practice) in use in organizations in Connecticut and around the country. The course provides specific strategies and underlying theory for each model. It also explores commonalities in the models including the application of attachment, family systems and developmental theories to social work practice with children, adolescents and families. Local providers and clients participating in these models will be featured presenters in the course. The course examines the importance of family dynamics, class and cultural factors. Particular attention is paid to adolescents vulnerable due to involvement in risk behaviors. Students who complete this course are awarded a certificate stating that they are prepared to assume positions in an agency that has implemented one of the in-home family treatment models.
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SOCW 671 - Trauma-Focused Treatment with Children and Adolescents
3 Credits
This course introduces students to the common concepts (general theory and foundational knowledge), components (intervention and treatment elements) and skills (practitioner skills) underlying evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents who have experienced trauma. The course explores the biological effects of trauma experiences on the brain and the effects of trauma exposure in attachment and development. Skill development focuses on the assessment and formulation of trauma experiences and the diagnostic categories related to trauma. Starting with a perspective that symptoms are adaptive responses, students begin to focus on the healing power of the therapeutic relationship and building a nurturing environment for those who have experienced trauma and loss. Students will explore how schools, agencies and families can become trauma-informed to enable them to better respond to the needs of those who have been exposed to adverse experiences.
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SOCW 672 - Child Welfare Practice
3 Credits
This course is an overview of current issues in child welfare and will explore both practice and policy interventions as they relate to social work in child welfare settings. Students will examine the history, evolution and functions of social work practice in the child welfare arena. Students will develop a foundational understanding of issues related to race, age, gender, culture and socio-economic status as they explore risk and protective factors related to child abuse and neglect. The course will review practice in the state child welfare system as well as agency-based family services. It will also cover models of family preservation/reunification and foster care-related services.
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SOCW 673 - Social Work Practice with African American Families
3 Credits
This course is designed to provide a historical context for understanding and intervening with contemporary African American families. It offers a theoretical and clinical lens for examining factors related to the quality of mental health among those families including historical and contemporary barriers to care such as racism, lack of cultural awareness among providers and long-standing cultural stigmas and biases. The course facilitates knowledge building and skill development for carrying out clinical social work interventions with this population.
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SOCW 674 - Social Work Practice in Schools
3 Credits
This course is designed to meet the criteria for certification as a school social worker in Connecticut and other states by providing knowledge and skills necessary for effective school social work practice. Provides an overview of the role of social work services in the schools, including a critical review of state and federal educational policies. Students learn strategies to collaborate with a variety of educational professionals to maximize each child’s educational performance by addressing issues that interface with academic achievement.
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SPAN 100 - Beginning Conversation I
3 Credits
For students with little or no prior studies in Spanish. Students with prior experience should consult with Spanish faculty for placement. Fundamentals of speaking, listening, reading, writing with emphasis on oral production; basics of Spanish grammar and syntax. Recommended for students in Humanities, Education, Nursing, History and Political Science, etc. (LAS) (LG) (CORE: Language)
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SPAN 101 - Beginning Conversation II
3 Credits
For students with 1 to 2 years of high school Spanish, or one semester of college-level Spanish. Fundamentals of speaking, listening, reading, writing with emphasis on oral production; basics of Spanish grammar and syntax. Recommended for students in Humanities, Education, Nursing, History and Political Science. (LAS) (LG) (CORE: Language)
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SPAN 150 - Basic Spanish Review for High Beginners
3 Credits
Review of beginning-level grammar and syntax (verbs in past, present, future; pronoun usage; ser/estar, gustar, agreements, etc.) with emphasis on oral and written production, and some study of culture. For students who have previously studied Spanish and either wish to fulfill the LG General Education requirement, or who want to prepare for studying Spanish at more advanced levels. (LG) (LAS) (CORE: Language)
Prerequisite(s): Two or more years of high school Spanish, or one year of college Spanish or permission of instructor
Other: This course is for students who have previously studied Spanish and either wish to fulfill the LG General Education requirement, or who want to prepare for studying Spanish at more advanced levels.
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SPAN 153 - Spanish for Educators
3 Credits
Overview of basic grammar and structure (verbs in past, present, future; pronoun usage; using ser/estar, gustar; introduction of command forms). Emphasis on oral skills as well as some writing, with vocabulary themes of interest to those seeking a career in education (speaking with students and parents, basic anatomy and health, basic terminology of class materials and lessons). (LAS) (LG) (CORE: Language)
Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school Spanish, or one year of college Spanish, or permission of instructor
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SPAN 154 - Spanish for Health Professionals
3 Credits
Overview of basic grammar and structure (verbs in past, present, future; pronoun usage; using ser/estar, gustar; introduction of command forms). Emphasis on oral skills as well as some writing, with vocabulary themes of interest to those seeking a career in health care (anatomy, nutrition, illness and disease, hospital terminology). (LAS) (LG)
Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school Spanish, or one year of college Spanish or permission of instructor
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SPAN 200 - Intermediate Conversation I
3 Credits
This is a foundational course to advance in the Spanish language acquisition process. Focus includes: vocabulary building concerning day-to-day activities, culture, history, music, film, food, sports. Emphasis will be on conversation. Review of key grammar points such as preterit/imperfect, present perfect, direct and indirect object pronouns, commands and present indicative/subjunctive. Grammar learned in class will be applied to writing short compositions. All academic tasks will help students integrate and synthesize the language learning experience across the curriculum. (LG) (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101 - Beginning Conversation II or SPAN 150 - Basic Spanish Review for High Beginners , or three years of high School Spanish or permission of instructor
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SPAN 201 - Intermediate Conversation II
3 Credits
Continuation of SPAN 200 - Intermediate Conversation I . This is a foundational course to advance in the Spanish language acquisition process. Focus includes: vocabulary building concerning day-to-day activities, culture, history, music, film, food, sports. Emphasis will be on conversation. Review of key grammar points such as preterit/imperfect, present perfect, direct and indirect object pronouns, commands and present indicative/subjunctive. Grammar learned in class will be applied to writing short compositions. All academic tasks will help students integrate and synthesize the language learning experience across the curriculum. (LG) (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 200 - Intermediate Conversation I , three years of high school Spanish or permission of instructor
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SPAN 204 - Latino Storytelling
3 Credits
Emphasis will be on reinforcing Spanish conversational and writing skills after the first intermediate level. The program is based on class discussion, grammar and composition activities surrounding heritage readings and testimonials. These tasks, in addition to developing reading comprehension, linguistic awareness and communicative fluency, will help students to reflect upon the Hispanic communities in the USA. The cross-cultural approach to the topics is designed to foster increased pride and understanding of students’ cultural diversity. (LAS) (LG) (HE) (AE)
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 200 - Intermediate Conversation I and SPAN 201 - Intermediate Conversation II or permission of instructor
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SPAN 250 - Conversations and Readings
3 Credits
Aimed to improve students’ Spanish vocabulary and oral fluency to the advanced level. Lessons will incorporate a wide range of literary and non-literary materials, including newspaper and magazine articles, comic strips, advertisements, political propaganda, health brochures, songs and films. Students will be strongly encouraged to bring materials from Hispanic cultures (music, recipes, brochures, cultural artifacts) that help liven the conversational atmosphere. Includes the review of specific grammar problems such as “false cognates” “passive voice” and use of “tú, usted, vos.” (LG) (LAS) (Core:Literature)
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 200 - Intermediate Conversation I , SPAN 201 - Intermediate Conversation II or permission of instructor
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SPAN 260 - Spanish Film and Conversation
3 Credits
Through a selection of Latin American and Peninsular films, students will “travel” to the Hispanic countries represented in the full-length features screened. They will watch and discuss the daily life of people: eating, cooking, playing, getting married and raising families. Students will compare these issues with those of the so-called “American way of life” portrayed in Hollywood cinema. Students will learn the basic terminology to write a film review in Spanish. Emphasis will be on oral skills as well as on writing short reports. This course is complemented by the lectures, discussions and the USJ Annual Foreign Language Film Festival. (LAS) (LG) (HE)
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 200 - Intermediate Conversation I , SPAN 201 - Intermediate Conversation II or permission of instructor
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SPAN 302 - Fundamentals of Hispanic Literary Studies
3 Credits
A presentation of the language of literary criticism and genres in Spanish, needed for advanced literary theory, civilization, film and literature courses at the 300 level and above. Readings include poems, short stories, letters, short novels and plays emblematic of Spain and Latin America. The works will expand students’ reading and critical thinking abilities, as well as knowledge of Hispanic cultures and literatures. (LG) (LAS) (HE) (Core:Literature)
Prerequisite(s): Two semesters of 200+ level Spanish, or permission of instructor
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SPAN 303 - Fundamentals of Hispanic Cultural Studies
3 Credits
A study of key vocabulary for discussion of cultural, historical, geographical and political issues related to cultural study of Spain and Latin America. Topics include traditions, gastronomic history, works of art, the description of a way of life in a specific country or a particular historical period. (LG) (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): Two semesters of SPAN 200+, or SPAN 302 - Fundamentals of Hispanic Literary Studies , or four years of high school Spanish or permission of instructor
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SPAN 310 - Workshop in Spanish Grammar and Composition I
3 Credits
Development of accuracy and fluency in writing. Thorough study of Spanish grammar, morphology, lexicology, syntax. For students who intend to major or minor in Spanish, or teach or use Spanish professionally. Also for native or heritage speakers of Spanish who wish to refine writing and grammar skills. (LG) (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): Two semesters of 200+ level Spanish, or permission of instructor
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SPAN 311 - Workshop in Spanish Grammar and Composition II
3 Credits
Development of accuracy and fluency in writing. Thorough study of Spanish grammar, morphology, lexicology, syntax. For students who intend to major or minor in Spanish, or teach or use Spanish professionally. Also for native or heritage speakers of Spanish who wish to refine writing and grammar skills. (LG) (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 200 - Intermediate Conversation I , SPAN 201 - Intermediate Conversation II or permission of instructor
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SPAN 331 - Study Culture Workshop in Spain or Latin America
1-6 Credits
A visit to Spain or Latin America. Study important geographical and historical points of interest and the culture of the people. (LAS) (LG)
Other: Open to all students. Spanish not required. All classes and tours are offered in English.
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SPAN 360 - Cultural Perspectives of Hispanic Peoples
3 Credits
Identification of key historical, geographical, cultural and political issues to understand the contribution of Hispanic peoples to the U.S. global diversity map as portrayed in poetry, prose and other literary works, as well as art and other media. Examples include testimonials by Latino/a authors; the frescoes by José Clemente Orozco in Pomona College and Dartmouth College; the Spanish poets of the Generation of 1927 in the United States (Lorca, Cernuda, Salinas; or plays by Latino/a authors represented at the Repertorio Español in New York or other venues). (LAS) (LG)
Prerequisite(s): One semester or more of 300+ level Spanish, or permission of instructor
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SPAN 390 - Masterpieces of Hispanic Literature
3 Credits
Study of key literary works from Spain and Latin America by theme, genre, literary era. May be taken more than once for credit if the works studied are different. (LAS) (LG) (HE) (Core:Literature)
Prerequisite(s): Prior study of Spanish at 300+ level, or permission of instructor
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SPAN 495 - Advanced Independent Study
3-6 Credits
Topic to be determined with Spanish faculty.
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SPAN 499 - Coordinating Seminar
3 Credits
For senior Spanish majors. Thorough review of history, culture and literature of Spain and Latin America in preparation for comprehensive exams and student symposium presentation.
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SPAN 502 - Second Language Acquisition
3 Credits
This course introduces students to current and historical theories in language acquisition. Students will explore the difference between L1 literacy development and L2 literacy development. They will consider factors that affect language learners’ development such as L1, language varieties, sociocultural and psychological variables as well as individual differences. Finally, students will apply knowledge of language acquisition in their teaching practice. Cross listed with LING 502 - Second Language Acquisition .
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SPAN 579 - Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition for the Professions
3 Credits
For native, heritage and strong non-native speakers of Spanish whose goal is refining and perfecting written Spanish for professional uses in the Latino communities, and for professional research. Includes important grammatical and lexicological points, translation problems, reviews and comments on readings and writing projects according to the individual interests of students. If students are uncertain whether they have sufficient oral, reading or written proficiency in Spanish to succeed in the class, they should consult with the instructor no later than the day after the first class.
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SPEC 217 - Foundations of Special Education
3 Credits
This course examines the academic and social learning characteristics of children with mild disabilities with a focus on contemporary practices in identification and educational planning. Emphasis on inclusionary settings and K-12 students with mild disabilities in the diverse, general education classroom. Includes study of students with special gifts and talents. Field study required.
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SPEC 218 - Designing Learning Experiences for Students with Low-Incidence Disabilities
3 Credits
Examines the physical, intellectual, sensory, health and social/emotional characteristics of students with moderate to severe disabilities. Emphasis on research-based interventions that promote full participation in school, home and community life. Field study required.
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SPEC 237 - Exceptional Children
3 Credits
The growth and development of exceptional children, including children who are gifted and talented and those who may require special education. Examines methods for identifying, planning for and working effectively with such children in a regular classroom. Field study required.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology is recommended
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SPEC 265 - The Elements of Teaching
3 Credits
This course provides an introductory look at elements of teaching. Special attention will be paid to learning theories, unit and lesson planning, teaching strategies and models, differentiated instruction and student evaluation. Additionally, this course integrates the use of related technologies and a required field study. Cross-listed with EDUC 265 - The Elements of Teaching .
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SPEC 295 - Exploratory Independent Study
3 Credits
Independent study.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of advisor
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SPEC 345 - Curriculum and Instruction in Education
3 Credits
Principles of effective instruction for children and adolescents with special education needs presented within the curricular areas of Reading and Mathematics, Language Development and Socialization. Analysis of children’s Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) forms the basis for the design, delivery and evaluation of unit taught in a supervised classroom setting. Practica in teaching children with disabilities required.
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SPEC 403 - Field Experiences in Special Education
3-6 Credits
Experience in supervised agency settings dealing with exceptional children and youth.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of advisor
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SPEC 421 - Student Teaching Seminar
3 Credits
Weekly seminar taken by all teacher candidates during their student teaching practicum experience or durational shortage area (DSAP) practicum. Topics include classroom environment and student engagement; planning, instruction, and assessment for active learning; professional responsibilities and teacher leadership; disciplinary-specific educational practices; culturally responsive pedagogy; collaborative problem solving around challenges presented in the student teaching practicum; and professional development and career planning.
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SPEC 495 - Advanced Independent Study
1-3 Credits
Offered by arrangement.
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SPEC 502 - Student Teaching Seminar
3 Credits
Weekly seminar taken by all teacher candidates during their student teaching practicum experience or durational shortage area (DSAP) practicum. Topics include classroom environment and student engagement; planning, instruction, and assessment for active learning; professional responsibilities and teacher leadership; disciplinary-specific educational practices; culturally responsive pedagogy; collaborative problem solving around challenges presented in the student teaching practicum; and professional development and career planning.
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SPEC 505 - Assistive Technology for Access to the Curriculum Special Education
3 Credits
This course is designed to assist all children in accessing the curriculum. Emphasis will be on: assistive technology definitions and the law; assistive technology and classroom modifications for vision and hearing, communication, reading, writing, math; and transitions for aiding progress in the general education setting.
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SPEC 511 - Language Development and Emergent Literacy
3 Credits
Language acquisition and emergent literacy from birth through 5; relation between views of development and intervention techniques; roles of parents, teachers and clinicians in language and early literacy development; sampling and analysis of language data; use of play in enhancing both normal and delayed language development; process of second-language learning; implications of language delay and second-language learning. Cross-listed with ECSE 520 - Language Development and Emergent Literacy .
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SPEC 513 - Assessment: Birth to Kindergarten
3 Credits
Screening and assessment of young children who are developing typically, at risk or who have special needs. Emphasis on a collaborative family/ professional process designed to document health and developmental needs and plan developmentally and contextually appropriate individualized programs. Includes data gathering using a variety of devices and strategies, interviewing techniques, integration and communication of findings.
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SPEC 516 - Exceptional and At-Risk Children in Today’s Schools
3 Credits
The development of children with disabilities and those identified as gifted and talented. Emphasizes learning and behavioral characteristics of children with disabilities within inclusionary settings. Field study required.
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SPEC 517 - Foundations of Special Education
3 Credits
This course examines the cognitive, linguistic, academic and social-emotional characteristics of students with mild disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, emotional or behavior disorders, attention disorders and autism spectrum disorders, within a response to intervention framework. Students will discuss issues in assessment, identification and placement. Case study and fieldwork requirement. Includes study of the characteristics and needs of students with special gifts and talents. For initial teacher licensure candidates.
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SPEC 518 - Designing Learning Experiences for Students with Low-Incidence Disabilities
3 Credits
Examines the physical, intellectual, sensory, health and social/emotional characteristics of students with moderate to severe disabilities with an emphasis on research-based interventions that promote full participation in school, home and community life. Field study required.
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SPEC 524 - Instruction and Curriculum
3 Credits
Content focuses on the interactive functions of the teaching/learning process, as well as the planning, implementing and evaluating of instruction and curriculum based upon developmentally appropriate practices. Media, technology and the introduction of specific curricula related to substance abuse. Field study required. Strongly recommended as first methods course. Cross-listed with EDUC 524 - Instruction and Curriculum .
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SPEC 526 - Educational Assessment
3 Credits
This course prepares candidates to administer, score and interpret a range of criterion-referenced, norm-referenced and curriculum-based measurement tools for the purposes of:
- Identifying students with specific learning disabilities
- Generating a series of informed educational recommendations, including goals and related objectives
- Presenting findings and recommendations to parents and professionals
The class will emphasize lecture, discussion, demonstration and practical experiences in test administration, scoring and interpretation practices.
EdTPA Teaching Fee :$36
Prerequisite(s): SPEC 517 - Foundations of Special Education or SPEC 518 - Designing Learning Experiences for Students with Low-Incidence Disabilities
Other: This course requires supervised fieldwork and extensive outside preparation beyond class meeting time
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SPEC 530 - Research in Special Education
3 Credits
This course focuses on research models used in educational settings. Emphasis on interpreting and evaluating educational research and examination of current studies that are representative of the various research models. Includes applications in evidence-based practice, role of families in the educational process and effects of disability on lifelong learning. Includes development of a preliminary plan or proposal for research in the field of Special Education.
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SPEC 535 - Laws and Special Education
3 Credits
The emphasis of this course is on legislation affecting the planning and delivery of services to children with special education needs. Specific reference will be made to federal and state legislation and relevant court decisions. Topics include the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and No Child Left Behind. Current litigation in special education will be examined. Culminating experience includes development of an Individual Education Program (IEP) plan and IEP meeting simulation.
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SPEC 538 - Student Teaching and Student Teaching Seminar: Special Education (fall/spring)
6 Credits
Student teaching required for graduate candidates pursuing a license in Special Education. This 10-week practical application of previously studied theory is supervised by qualified special educators in a school setting. Candidates plan, instruct and assess for the greatest positive impact on student learning; teach and co-teach individuals, small groups and whole classes with concentration on meeting the needs of students with learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities or behavioral disabilities in the least restrictive environment; participate in planning and placement team (PPT) meetings, parent conferences, faculty meetings and in-service workshops; attend mandatory on-campus seminars. EdTPA Teaching Fee :$309
Prerequisite(s): Completion of general education and licensure courses with minimum grade requirement met; Praxis II scores reported to the licensure office; application to the Student Teaching and Clinical Experiences office by February 1 for fall student teaching and September 15 for spring student teaching
Corequisite(s): Must be taken in conjunction with SPEC 536 - Practicum: Special Education for Special Education licensure
Other: No other coursework may be taken during this semester. Fee required for Consortium students.
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SPEC 539 - Universal Design for Learning: Proactive Inclusion for All Students
3 Credits
Designing curriculum, instruction and supports to meet the needs of diverse learners in the classroom. Focuses on Universal Design for Learning and linking Individual Education Programs (IEPs) to the general education curriculum. Explores program planning and implications of Response to Intervention (RTI). Field study required.
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