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2018-2019 University Catalog 
    
2018-2019 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Index of Courses


 

Education Curriculum and Instruction

  
  • ECI 5000 - Special Study for Graduate Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems at graduate level. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • ECI 5100 - Introduction to Design-Based Learning (3)


    Explores the field of Design-Based Learning with student-centered hands-on methods for teaching higher-level thinking skills to achieve required K-12 State Standards. Develops a comprehensive sequence of integrated curriculum around universal concepts to improve student performance and provide embedded assessment.

    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5110 - Design-Based Learning as a Process (3)


    Applies the methodology of Design-Based Learning and research about the use of techniques from the design professions to deliver State Standards. Develops a series of Design Challenges that lead to long-range curriculum plans for K-12 classrooms. Presents embedded assessment strategies.

    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5120 - Long-Range Planning Strategies (3)


    Studies processes, tools, techniques and backward design principles for visualizing, displaying and organizing information. Provides practice with developing an inquiry-based, yearlong classroom project for teaching basic required subject matter. Outlines steps for making revisions and conducting performance-based assessments.

    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5130 - The Classroom and the Environment (3)


    Presents the physical classroom as a tool for exploring the construct and organization of real world environments. Develops a student-centered classroom that compares the functions of physical places with government organizations to promote high-level transfer of learning.

    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5140 - Developing a Cumulative Curriculum Presentation (3)


    Combines all the elements of a long-range curriculum MA project into a formal visual and written presentation for students, parents, and educators. Reflects upon, summarizes and analyses the significance, objectives, and methodology. Utilizes feedback to draw conclusions and recommendations.

    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5150 - Teaching Creative Thinking (3)


    Examination of higher cognitive skills associated with creative thinking. Exploration of hands-on contextual methods for developing and assessing differentiated, diverse learning experiences that integrate critical thinking skills into all subjects from required K-12 State Curriculum Frameworks. Prospects for innovative research.

    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5160 - Strategies for Integrated Long-Range Curriculum Planning for K-12 (3)


    Current research, tools, and techniques using backward design principles for organizing and displaying a K-12 curriculum. Provides practice with developing, presenting, and assessing an inquiry and performance based yearlong curriculum that addresses basic required subject matter and diverse student populations.

    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5200 - Literacy Assessment and Application to Instruction (3)


    Paradigms and Perspectives on literacy (reading and writing) assessmentùformal and informal, individual and groupù and their implications for instruction. Attention to inexperienced, second-language, and developing readers in field-based contexts. 3 hour Seminar

    Prerequisite(s): Admission in Reading & Literacy Added Authorization Program; EDU 5100  or EDU 5200 ; and EDU 5105  or EDU 5210 .
    Component(s): Seminar
    Contact Hour(s): 3 hour Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5210 - Expertise in Cultural and Socio-Psycholinguistics of Language and Literacy Acquisition (3)


    Explores political, economic, social and psychological factors affecting language/literacy development. Examines influencing learning factors, application of theories, and models of second language acquisition. Further explores the influence of cultural context and convention on the learning environment. 3 hour Seminar

    Prerequisite(s): Admission in Reading & Literacy Added Authorization Program; EDU 5100  or EDU 5200 ; and EDU 5105  or EDU 5210 .
    Component(s): Seminar
    Contact Hour(s): 3 hour Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5220 - Planning for Literacy Clinics in Diverse Settings (3)


    Application of theoretical knowledge and formal and informal assessment leading to the development and implementation of instructional strategies to meet individual and group language/literacy needs in the context of a clinical practice setting developed and facilitated by candidate. May not be taken concurrently with ECI 5230 unless with instructor permission.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission in Reading & Literacy Added Authorization Program; EDU 5100  or EDU 5200 EDU 5105  or EDU 5210 ; C or better in ECI 5200  and ECI 5210 .
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
    Note(s): May not be taken concurrently with ECI 5230 unless with instructor permission.
  
  • ECI 5230 - School-Wide Literacy Programs: Leadership and Development (3)


    Review of literacy instruction research in program assessment, planning, and implementation, and professional development. Candidates evaluate school-wide literacy programs, apply literacy theory to develop literacy programs, implement literacy programs through school-wide literacy clinics, and plan appropriate professional development. 3 seminars. May be taken up to three times for a total credit of 9 units.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission in Reading & Literacy Added Authorization Program; EDU 5100  or EDU 5200 EDU 5105  or EDU 5210 ; C or better in ECI 5200 ; C or better in ECI 5210  and C or better in ECI 5220 .
    Component(s): Seminar
    Contact Hour(s): 3 seminars.
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 3
  
  • ECI 5240 - Critical Literacy in Children’s and Adolescent Literature (3)


    Inquiry into critical issues in children’s and adolescent literature to understand the social construction of power relationships, to interrogate relationships between language and power, and popular culture and media. Development of curricula to promote social justice for K-12 classrooms. 3 seminars. May be taken up to three times, only with different topics, for a total credit of 9 units.

    Prerequisite(s): Admissions to Masters Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Contact Hour(s): 3 seminars.
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 3
  
  • ECI 5250 - Research and Evaluation: Program Evaluation and Assessments in Literacy (3)


    Basic research and evaluation methods including research design, sampling, selection of measures or instruments, and statistical procedures in literacy.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission in MA in Education program; admission in Reading & Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential Program; ECI 5200 , ECI 5210 ; ECI 5220 ; EDU 5100  or EDU 5200 ; and EDU 5105  or EDU 5210 .
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5260 - Advanced Professional Competencies (3)


    Advanced professional competencies in and knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment; and leadership, collaboration, and professional development. Coursework and fieldwork/clinical experiences.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into MA in Education program; admission in Reading & Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential Program; ECI 5200 ; ECI 5210 ; ECI 5220 ; EDU 5100  or EDU 5200 ; and EDU 5105  or EDU 5210 .
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5270 - Integrating the Curriculum through Clinical Experiences (3)


    Fieldwork and/or clinical experiences in balanced comprehensive program of reading and language arts instruction programs. Demonstrated knowledge and skills in research and evaluation methodology and advanced professional competencies.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission in Reading & Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential Program; ECI 5200 ; ECI 5210 ; ECI 5220 ; ECI 5230 ; ECI 5260 ; EDU 5100  or EDU 5200 ; and EDU 5105  or EDU 5210 .
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5280 - Planning, Organizing, Providing and Leading Literacy Instruction (3)


    Assessment of candidate competence in instruction, assessment/research, professional development and leadership, and program evaluation through clinical experiences. Multiple measures to demonstrate candidate competence.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into MA in Education program; admission in Reading & Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential Program;  ECI 5200 ; ECI 5210 ; ECI 5220 ; ECI 5230 ; ECI 5250 ; ECI 5260 ; EDU 5100  or EDU 5200 ; and EDU 5105  or EDU 5210 .
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5290 - Seminar in Literacy Studies (3)


    Inquiry into the field of language and literacy studies of selected issues, problems, or current theories driving the field. May be taken up to three times for a total credit of 9 units.

    Prerequisite(s): Admissions to Masters Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 3
  
  • ECI 5500 - Expertise in Curriculum and Instruction (3)


    Examination of historical paradigms, theories, and issues that influence curriculum and instruction in K-12 settings. Curriculum policy and development on local, national, and international contexts. Proposed development of curricula across content areas contextualized within historical and progressive frameworks. May be taken up to three times, only with different topics, for a total credit of 9 units.

    Prerequisite(s): Admissions to Masters Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 3
  
  • ECI 5510 - Diversity and Cultural Perspectives (3)


    Examination of issues arising from global perspectives within the context of international, intra-national, and local diaspora. Generation of curricula and instructional programs that support diverse, cultural, and multi-lingual schools across the curriculum. May be taken up to three times, only with different topics, for a total credit of 9 units.

    Prerequisite(s): Admissions to Masters Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 3
  
  • ECI 5520 - Application of Knowledge to Instructional Models (3)


    Reflection on curricula as spaces for critical thought and inquiry informed by critical theory, race, pedagogy, and literacy. Design and application of curricula that address socio-historical, socio-cultural, and socio-political contexts of curriculum in schools today. 3 seminars. May be taken up to two times, only with different topics, for a total credit of 6 units.

    Prerequisite(s): Admissions to Masters Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Contact Hour(s): 3 seminars
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • ECI 5530 - Leadership in Multicultural Communities of Learners (3)


    Inquiry into social, economic, cultural, linguistic, developmental, and other differences that marginalize learners in school policy and classroom practices within a global society. Development of school-, district-, and county-wide curricula that address the needs of diverse learners. 3 seminars. May be taken up to two times, only with different topics, for a total credit of 6 units.

    Prerequisite(s): Admissions to Masters Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Contact Hour(s): 3 seminars
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • ECI 5562 - Project-Based Learning: Theory and Design (3)


    Develops understanding and application of theories underlying a project-based approach to curriculum design for students in grade 4 through 12. 3 hours seminar.

    Component(s): Seminar
    Contact Hour(s): 3 hours seminar.
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • ECI 5990 - Special Topics for Graduate Students (1-3)


    Group study at a graduate level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
    Component(s): Lecture, Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • ECI 5990A - Special Topics for Graduate Students Activity (1-3)


    Group study at a graduate level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • ECI 5990L - Special Topics for Graduate Students Laboratory (1-3)


    Group study at a graduate level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • ECI 6910 - Directed Research (1-3)


    Individual research in a specialized area, under the direction of a graduate faculty member; work does not pertain directly to the thesis. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • ECI 6920 - Independent Research (1-3)


    Individual study/investigation and research in a specialized area proposed by the student with the approval, and under the supervision, of a graduate faculty member; work does not pertain directly to the thesis. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • ECI 6990 - Master’s Degree Continuation (0)


    Enrollment in this course allows candidates that have enrolled in the maximum number of thesis or project units to maintain resident status in order to receive university services.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: Unlimited

Educational Leadership

  
  • EDL 5000 - Special Study for Graduate Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems at graduate level. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • EDL 5320 - Professional Credential Induction Plan: Assessing for Improved Leadership (1)


    Introduces the Clear Administrative Services Professional Credential Induction Plan required by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for candidates entering their first position. Based on the candidate’s needs, the Plan is developed by the candidate, a coach/mentor and a University representative. The Plan will guide the candidate through the expected requirements of their first administrative position over a two year period.

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Clear ASC program and ID of CCTC trained Coach.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • EDL 5340 - Practicum I Literacy and Instructional Excellence (2)


    Candidates focus on aspects of program standards (CPSELs I and IV) in a custom learning experience highlighting the creation of an effective school through an instructional focus. Professional workshops aligned to the candidate’s induction plan are incorporated into the Practicum.

    Prerequisite(s):  Admitted to Clear ASC program and ID of CCTC trained Coach.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • EDL 5360 - Practicum II Leadership in Challenging Political and Economic Times (2)


    Candidates focus on aspects of CPSELs Standards II and VI focusing on learning experience that highlight best practices utilizing the California State Standards and State Assessments. Included are fiscal and political aspects of effective schools. Professional workshops aligned to the candidate’s Induction Plan on school management are incorporated.

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Clear ASC program and ID of CCTC trained Coach.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • EDL 5370 - Practicum III Legal Aspects for Safe and Effective Schools (2)


    Candidates focus on aspects of program standards (CPSELs III and V) in a custom learning experience highlighting the legal aspects for establishing safe and effective schools. Professional workshops aligned to the candidate’s induction plan are incorporated into the Practicum.

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Clear ASC program and ID of CCTC trained Coach.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • EDL 5400 - Assessment of Professional Competency (1)


    The culminating class for the Clear Professional Administrative Services Credential is designed to assess the candidate’s progress towards completion of the Professional Credential Induction Plan.

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Clear ASC program; ID of CCTC trained Coach; B or better in EDL 5320 , EDL 5340 , EDL 5360  and EDL 5370 ; and min 40 hrs one-to-one coaching/year.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • EDL 5460 - Theory & Practice I; Visionary and Instructional Leadership (3)


    A problem-based seminar integrating salient concepts and theories in administrative leadership with ‘problems of practice’ experienced in K-12 schools. Candidates study leadership behaviors and strategies that promote effective instruction, facilitative school climates, appropriate human and system behaviors and school management.

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Preliminary ASC Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • EDL 5470 - Theory & Practice II; School Improvement Leadership (3)


    A problem-based seminar integrating salient concepts and theories in administrative leadership with ‘problems of practice’ experienced in K-12 schools. Candidates study ‘best practice’ strategies focusing on the effective use of data, personnel and fiscal resources that promote student growth.

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Preliminary ASC Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • EDL 5480 - Theory & Practice III; Community Leadership (3)


    An intensive seminar studying selected issues, problems, or areas within public education focusing on various elements of the greater school community including politics, media, parents, etc.  Problem-based assignments include promoting school/student achievements and enlisting the community to achieve school goals.

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Preliminary ASC Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • EDL 5490 - Learning to Lead Content Module I; Professional Learning & Growth (3)


    Seminar designed to address key school law competencies via problem-based learning and other instructional strategies with an emphasis on students and staff with topics such as student rights, personnel administration and the curricula/programmatic needs of ELL students.

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Preliminary ASC Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • EDL 5500 - Learning to Lead Content Module II; Organizational & Systems Leadership (3)


    Seminar designed to address key administrative school law competencies via problem-based learning and other instructional strategies with an emphasis on finance, personnel alternatives, site management and technology with topics such as SPSA budget administration, capital improvements, alternative delivery systems, etc. 

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Preliminary ASC Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • EDL 5510 - Fieldwork I (3)


    Fieldwork learning activities integrating the competencies and performance domains (CAPEs) for preliminary credential candidates involving the candidate, a  district-employed site supervisor and the university supervisor. The two-semester course sequence also integrates four embedded program capstone assignments.

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Preliminary ASC Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • EDL 5520 - Fieldwork II (3)


    Fieldwork learning activities integrating the competencies and performance domains (CAPEs) for preliminary credential candidates involving the candidate, a  district-employed site supervisor and the university supervisor. The two-semester course sequence also integrates four embedded program capstone assignments.

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Preliminary ASC Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • EDL 5530 - Schoolwide Change Initiative & Candidate Assessment (3)


    An experiential learning practicum, the Schoolwide Change Initiative project develops an individualized, supervised, and planned project as an outgrowth of fieldwork and academic coursework; it is a major program capstone. Other program/candidate assessments comprise the remainder of this course which must be taken during each candidate’s last semester of enrollment.

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Preliminary ASC Program;  and B or better in EDL 5460 , EDL 5470 , EDL 5490 , EDL 5500 , EDL 5510  and EDL 5520 .
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 3
  
  • EDL 5990 - Special Topics for Graduate Students (1-3)


    Group study at a graduate level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
    Component(s): Lecture, Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • EDL 5990A - Special Topics for Graduate Students Activity (1-3)


    Group study at a graduate level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • EDL 5990L - Special Topics for Graduate Students Laboratory (1-3)


    Group study at a graduate level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • EDL 6910 - Directed Research (1-3)


    Individual research in a specialized area, under the direction of a graduate faculty member; work does not pertain directly to the thesis. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • EDL 6920 - Independent Research (1-3)


    Individual study/investigation and research in a specialized area proposed by the student with the approval, and under the supervision, of a graduate faculty member; work does not pertain directly to the thesis. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Preliminary ASC Program; complete a valid Intern MOU with CPP and district; and continuing enrollment in Preliminary ASC course sequence until completion.
    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • EDL 6990 - Master’s Degree Continuation (0)


    Enrollment in this course allows candidates that have enrolled in the maximum number of thesis or project units to maintain resident status in order to receive university services.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: Unlimited

Educational Leadership Doctorate

  
  • EDD 5000 - Special Study for Graduate Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems at graduate level. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • EDD 5990 - Special Topics for Graduate Students (1-3)


    Group study at a graduate level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
    Component(s): Lecture, Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • EDD 5990A - Special Topics for Graduate Students Activity (1-3)


    Group study at a graduate level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • EDD 5990L - Special Topics for Graduate Students Laboratory (1-3)


    Group study at a graduate level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • EDD 6910 - Directed Research (1-3)


    Individual research in a specialized area, under the direction of a graduate faculty member; work does not pertain directly to the thesis. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • EDD 6920 - Independent Research (1-3)


    Individual study/investigation and research in a specialized area proposed by the student with the approval, and under the supervision, of a graduate faculty member; work does not pertain directly to the thesis. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • EDD 6990 - Master’s Degree Continuation (0)


    Enrollment in this course allows candidates that have enrolled in the maximum number of thesis or project units to maintain resident status in order to receive university services.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: Unlimited
  
  • EDD 7000 - Leadership for Learning (3)


    Leaders for learning champion quality, equity, and justice for all children and adults in educational organizations. Emphasis critical analyses of trends in education, competing theoretical conceptions of leadership (e.g., cultural competence, centralized vs. distributed leadership, transformational change, leadership for learning), and research about leaders’ roles and responsibilities in a diverse, democratic society. A variety of leadership roles and responsibilities are explored, including programs for special populations, underserved, and disenfranchised students.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7010 - Research Learning Community Seminar: Introduction to Doctoral Studies and Dissertation Research (3)


    Introduces doctoral studies, an overview of the dissertation process, empirical research, scholarly writing, and ethical standards in research. Identify areas of expertise and potential dissertation topics, learn strategies to search and critique the literature, and practice academic writing style and format for the dissertation.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7020 - Leading and Learning with Technology (2)


    Uses of Information/Communication Technologies (ICT) to meet the needs of 21st Century students, families, and other education stakeholders. Emphasizes the use of ICT to support instructional practices, leadership, communication, and the process of change.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7020L - Leading and Learning with Technology Laboratory (1)


    Uses of Information/Communication Technologies (ICT) to meet the needs of 21st Century students, families and other education stakeholders. Emphasizes the use of ICT to support instructional practices, leadership, communication, and the process of change.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded including RP
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7030 - Quantitative Research Methods for School Improvement (3)


    Introduces quantitative educational research methodology. Topics include: research design, assessment, evaluation, data collection, data analyses, and reporting. Learn to be critical consumers and producers of quality educational research for school improvement.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7040 - Organizational Culture and Institutional Change (3)


    Emphasis on organizational culture, complexity, context, and change through building and sustaining positive relationships with internal/external communities for school improvement. Theories of organizational reform, communication, professional learning communities, adult learning, and distributed leadership are explored.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7060 - Qualitative Methods for School Improvement (3)


    Introduces advanced qualitative research designs and data collection methods within a context that supports school improvement and ethical research. Explores the philosophies, theoretical frameworks, methodologies, assumptions, and epistemologies that inform qualitative inquiries. Field-based research is included in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7070 - Education Policy, Systemic Reform, and Social Justice (3)


    Compares political, philosophical, and ethical perspectives on federal, state, and local educational policies. Models of policy development, implementation, and evaluation. Particular focus on systemic reform policies of standards, curriculum, instruction, assessment, and accountability. Policy effects on equity and justice, particularly about policies for underserved and marginalized students.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7080 - Building School/Community Partnerships for Student Success (3)


    Analysis of school and community relationships and knowledge of how to build reciprocal partnerships for student success and community involvement. Promote understanding, appreciation, advocacy, and uses of the community’s diverse cultural, social, linguistic, and intellectual resource, particularly to address needs of underserved students, including English learners, special education students, and other disadvantaged and disenfranchised groups. Analysis of school/community data to identify needs and resources.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7090 - Maximizing Fiscal and Human Resources for Student Success (3)


    Developing and allocating resources to meet the needs of all students for quality, equity, and justice in educational organizations. Evaluation and accountability for outcomes of resource allocation strategies. Resources include fiscal, human, physical, technological and other forms of capital in schools. Includes public service agencies, clinics, local businesses, higher education/cultural institutions, and other stakeholder assets to ensure equity/justice.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7100 - Research Learning Community Seminar: Literature Review (1)


    The second Research Learning Community Seminar is focused on development of a review of literature for students’ dissertations and the Qualifying Examinations for advancement to candidacy in spring semester.

    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7110 - Advanced Quantitative Research (3)


    Explore and identify potential dissertation topics and formulate quantifiable research questions and problems. Draft of research design, instrumentation, data analyses, interpretation, and reporting field data with quantitative and/or mixed methods most appropriate to topics, problems, and research literature. Additional topics include: research ethics; models of assessment, accountability, and evaluation. Conduct pilot study and determine technical qualities of measures, assessments, and existing databases.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7111 - Advanced Qualitative Research (3)


    Advanced research perspectives as lenses for data analysis for school improvement. The art and politics of analysis, interpretation and evaluation, ethics and representations of research, perspectives, interpretation, and reporting. Practicing professionals apply advanced issues in qualitative research to their research and practice.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7120 - Creating the Conditions for Student Success (3)


    Addresses the past two decades of school reform requiring new leadership roles and expertise to improve teaching and learning by developing teacher leadership and capacity, providing differentiated instructional approaches, using assessments and multiple sources of data for decisions, evaluating curriculum and programs, and identifying research-based strategies. Field-based research assignments apply theories and reforms to practice.The focus is on standards, aligned curricular frameworks, instructional methods for diverse students, assessments to guide practice, and accountability for outcomes.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7140 - Leadership for Equity and Advocacy (3)


    Leadership knowledge, skills, and expertise to implement institutionalized systems resulting in equity and advocacy for all students. Educational sociologies, critical theory, cultural proficiency, social justice, and implications of class, race, gender, sexual orientation, language acquisition and disabilities are addressed.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7150 - Research Learning Community Seminar: Development of a Dissertation Proposal (3)


    Seminar supports students to develop their dissertation proposal. Provides a communal forum for collaborative peer engagement focused on the preparation of a dissertation proposal.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7160 - Synthesizing Key Concepts of Ethics, Equity, and Social Justice for Transformational leadership (3)


    Synthesis of learning about ethics, equity, and social justice for transformative leadership in schools and application to critical problems of practice. The course furthers students’ understanding of their roles as educational leaders along with their plans for ongoing professional development.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7170 - Global Perspectives on Educational Leadership, Achievement, and Equity (3)


    The nature of teaching and learning in global educational systems. Students examine international models of schooling. The philosophical, psychological, and pedagogical theories and assumptions governing curriculum, instruction, uses of technology, assessment and educational leadership are examined.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7180 - Research Learning Community Seminar: Dissertation (1)


    Students prepare dissertations with faculty guidance in areas including advanced research design, data analysis, educational theory and practice. Limited to students haviing completed all required core, specialization, and research courses.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7190 - Research Learning Community Seminar: Dissertation Completion (1)


    Seminar is focused on completion and defense of the dissertation. Group processes support the primary work of students with their dissertation chairs and committees.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 7990 - Special Topics for Doctoral Students (1-3)


    Study and exploration of topics of current interest related to education.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EDD 8000 - Dissertation (1-6)


    Supervised research leading to completion of a doctoral dissertation. May be taken unlimited times.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: Unlimited
  
  • EDD 8990 - Dissertation Continuation (0)


    Enrollment in this course allows doctoral candidates to continue supervised progess on the dissertation after fulfilling the required three year full-time enrollment in the program. Candidate(s) must have completed all coursework, demonstrate satisfactory progress toward completing the dissertation, and have approval of the Doctoral Director(s) in order to enroll in this course. May be taken unlimited times.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Ed. Leadership Doctoral Program.
    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 1

Educational Multimedia

  
  • EMM 5000 - Special Study for Graduate Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems at graduate level. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • EMM 5100 - Foundations of Educational Multimedia Design (2)


    A review of the issues related to the design and development of multimedia instruction. Involves a historical overview of the field, important figures, current and emergent trends and debates, theoretical frameworks that shape the discipline, and professions within the field.

    Corequisite(s): EMM 5100L .
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5100L - Foundations of Educational Multimedia Design Laboratory (1)


    A review of the issues related to the design and development of multimedia instruction. Involves a historical overview of the field, important figures, current and emergent trends and debates, theoretical frameworks that shape the discipline, and professions within the field.

    Corequisite(s): EMM 5100L.
    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5110 - Production of Digital Video Content (2)


    Preparation, production and editing of instructional video clips for e-learning programs based on the principles of instructional design; writing scripts; capturing media photographically; utilizing software to assimilate multiple forms of media; encoding/exporting content items for multiple delivery platforms.

    Corequisite(s): EMM 5110L .
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5110L - Production of Digital Video Content Laboratory (1)


    Preparation, production and editing of instructional video clips for e-learning programs based on the principles of instructional design; writing scripts; capturing media photographically; utilizing software to assimilate multiple forms of media; encoding/exporting content items for multiple delivery platforms.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5120 - Game Design for Educators (2)


    Theoretical and conceptual understanding of the field of game design, along with practical exposure to the process of creating a game. Focus on analyzing what video games have to teach us about learning and literacy.

    Corequisite(s): EMM 5110L .
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5120L - Game Design for Educators Laboratory (1)


    Theoretical and conceptual understanding of the field of game design, along with practical exposure to the process of creating a game. Focus on analyzing what video games have to teach us about learning and literacy.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5130 - Mobile Tech in Education (2)


    The potential of mobile technology in teaching and learning, it creates opportunities for students to produce mobile resources and applications such as eBooks, webinars, etc. for educational, industry, and corporate settings.

    Corequisite(s): EMM 5130L .
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5130L - Mobile Tech in Education Laboratory (1)


    Explore the potential of mobile technology in teaching and learning, it creates opportunities for students to produce mobile resources and applications such as eBooks, webinars, etc. for educational, industry, and corporate settings.

    Corequisite(s): EMM 5130 .
    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5140 - Culture-Inclusive Digital Storytelling (2)


    Principles, techniques, and application of culture- or identity-inclusive digital storytelling appropriate for educational and advocational settings. The pedagogical benefits and processes for using new media technologies to provide human element and cultural perspective to address a learning topic or position of advocacy or social justice.

    Corequisite(s): EMM 5140L .
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5140L - Culture-Inclusive Digital Storytelling Laboratory (1)


    The principles, techniques, and application of culture- or identity-inclusive digital storytelling appropriate for educational and advocational settings. The pedagogical benefits and processes for using new media technologies to provide human element and cultural perspective to address a learning topic or position of advocacy or social justice.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5200 - Educational Website Design and Development (2)


    How the Internet can be integrated in an educational settings for delivering course content, providing access to resources, expanding the classroom, and supporting diverse learning styles. How to plan, design and develop websites with HTML and CSS.

    Corequisite(s): EMM 5200L .
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5200L - Educational Website Design and Development Laboratory (1)


    Course examines how the Internet can be integrated in an educational settings for delivering course content, providing access to resources, expanding the classroom, and supporting diverse learning styles. Students learn how to plan, design and develop websites with HTML and CSS.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5300 - Graphic Design and Animation in Multimedia (2)


    Introduction to creation, capture, conversion, storage, and display of digital graphics and animation. Theory and application of graphics in the electronic delivery of instruction will be examined. Explores the graphic tools and techniques used by designers of Educational Multimedia Design.

    Corequisite(s): EMM 5300L .
    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5300L - Graphic Design and Animation in Multimedia Laboratory (1)


    Introduction to creation, capture, conversion, storage, and display of digital graphics and animation. Theory and application of graphics in the electronic delivery of instruction will be examined. Explores the graphic tools and techniques used by designers of Educational Multimedia Design.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5400 - Instructional Design for eLearning (2)


    Instructional design process for online training environments. Evaluate the relationship between instructional design and the use of various technologies. Applications of principles of multimedia are introduced for the design and development of best experiences. Design activities and learning experiences for e-learning classes.

    Corequisite(s): EMM 5400L .
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5400L - Instructional Design for eLearning Laboratory (1)


    Instructional design process for online training environments. Evaluate the relationship between instructional design and the use of various technologies. Applications of principles of multimedia are introduced for the design and development of best experiences. Design activities and learning experiences for e-learning classes.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5430 - Applied Instructional Design for Corporate Settings (2)


    Challenges that instructional designers face in corporate environments. Application of student knowledge of ID processes and adult learning theories in solving corporate training/performance needs.

    Corequisite(s): EMM 5430L .
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5430L - Applied Instructional Design for Corporate Settings Laboratory (1)


    Challenges that instructional designers face in corporate environments. Application of student knowledge of ID processes and adult learning theories in solving corporate training/performance needs.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5500 - Intermediate Educational Website Development (2)


    Intermediate educational web development and client side web scripting. Proper syntax and standard practices of a client side scripting language. Industry standard frameworks will be taught.

    Prerequisite(s): EMM 5200  and EMM 5200L .            
    Corequisite(s): EMM 5500L .
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • EMM 5500L - Intermediate Educational Website Development Laboratory (1)


    Intermediate educational web development and client side web scripting. Proper syntax and standard practices of a client side scripting language. Industry standard frameworks will be taught.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
 

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