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2020-2021 Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Special Education

  
  
  • SPED 649 Clinical Experience III


    Part-time clinical experience in either an elementary, middle, or high school special education setting.  Supervised work experience with professional level responsibilities in public school or related setting, under the direction of a cooperating teacher and WOU supervisor. The teacher candidate assumes responsibility for the learning activities of children with disabilities and will complete a culminating work sample throughout the term.
    Eligible for the RP grade option.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor


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  • SPED 670 Collaboration: Supporting Exceptional Learners


    This course is designed to provide an analysis of collaboration and communication models. Focus on the influence of macro and micro level impacts on family, community resources, advocacy groups, policy, and other factors. Emphasis is placed on providing equitable services for school-aged individuals with disabilities and their families.
    Credits: 3


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  • SPED 687 Academic Field Experience


    Part-time placement for a minimum of one term in either an early intervention, elementary, middle, or high school special education setting. Under the direction of a mentor teacher and WOU supervisor.  The teacher candidate assumes responsibility for the learning activities of child with disabilities.
    Eligible for the RP grade option.
    Credits: 1-12
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor


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  • SPED 688 Low Incidence Field Experience


    Part-time placement for a minimum of one term in either an early intervention, elementary, middle, or high school special education setting. Under the direction of a mentor teacher and WOU supervisor.  The teacher candidate assumes responsibility for the learning activities of child with disabilities.
    Eligible for the RP grade option.
    Credits: 1-12
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor


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  • SPED 689 Clinical Experience IV


    Full-time clinical experience in either an elementary, middle, or high school special education setting.  Supervised work experience with professional level responsibilities in public school or related setting, under the direction of a cooperating teacher and WOU supervisor. The teacher candidate assumes responsibility for the learning activities of children with disabilities and will complete edTPA during this term.
    Eligible for the RP grade option.
    Credits: 6
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor


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Social Science

  
  
  
  
  
  • SSC 404 International Experience Capstone


    Working closely with an International Studies advisor, the student plans an international internship equivalent to 20 hours per week during 10 weeks, or a study abroad term of at least 8 weeks, or field research abroad.  A mid-term progress report and an end-term final report are required. 
    Eligible for the RP grade option.
    Credits: 2
    Prerequisite: International Studies major, junior standing or above


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Student Success

  
  
  • ICS 107 Learning Seminar


    A mandatory course for students academically suspended from the university. Designed to help students in academic difficulty identify reasons for that difficulty, learn appropriate study techniques and become successful students. Focuses on academic skill-building, including goal-setting, time management and wise academic choices.
    Credits: 1


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  • ICS 110 International First Year Experience


    Helps international students who are new to WOU learn to manage their educational experience as well as help them identify resources on campus. Addresses the challenges of assimilation into American university life including declaring majors, understanding major requirements, choosing appropriate courses, being aware of campus resources, understanding general skill requirements needed for comprehending lectures and assignments, identifying their language strengths, acquiring study skills, understanding the student code of responsibility and using and citing sources correctly.
    Credits: 2


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  • ICS 112 Career Exploration


    Students learn how personality, interests, strengths and values relate to career options. Helps them gain skills for a proactive approach to career development that includes interacting with professionals and participating in career events. Students learn to build pathways to help them reach their career goals.
    Credits: 2


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  • ICS 113 Finding and Preparing for Internship


    Students gain the fundamental tools to find and obtain an internship, including a better understanding of their interests, values and goals. Topics include internship search strategies, resumes, cover letters and interviewing. Guest speakers provide the perspective of employers.
    Credits: 2


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  • ICS 125 Career Readiness


    This course is designed to provide students with the fundamental tools to find and secure a job. Topics will include job search strategies, resume and cover letter writing, interview skills, and how to network like a pro. Face-to-face engagement with recruiters will provide additional insight into these topics from the perspective of employers. Reflection on students’ interests, values, and goals will also be integrated into the course.
    May be repeated twice for credit.
    Credits: 2


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Theatre Arts

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • TA 260 Basic Movement and Voice Development


    Students will study the cultural and social circumstances that have shaped the use of their own voices and analyze how those cultural and societal influences manifest through self expression.  They will explore and apply recognized vocal/movement/integration techniques and methods commonly utilized in  theater and performance art training in creative ways to enhance their ability to express themselves fully and with complete presence.
    Credits: 3
    Exploring Knowledge: Literary and Aesthetic Perspectives


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  • TA 328 Stage Combat Studio


    History and practical application of stage combat as regulated by the Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD). The focus is threefold: foremost is safety, followed by technical proficiency and emotional investment in the acting of stage violence. Each term course will focus on one of the weapon styles recognized by the SAFD.
    May be repeated for credit.
    Credits: 2


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  • TA 420 Acting: Scene Study


    Intermediate acting technique with emphasis on advanced approaches to the text/script. Various aspects of professional/career development. Prerequisite: Acceptance to the BFA Acting Training Program or consent of instructors.
    Credits: 1
    Prerequisite: Acceptance to the BFA Acting Training Program or consent of Instructor


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