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CRIM 5630 - Forensic Analysis of Firearms, Toolmarks, and Serial Number Restoration
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Prerequisite: Instructor Consent. Muzzle-to-target distance determination, gunshot residue analysis, comparative microscopy, serial number restoration, history of firearm and ammunition development, classification of firearms and ammunition components, quality assurance, and uncertainty of measurement.
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CRIM 5640 - Questioned Document and Handwriting Examination
(3)
Prerequisite: Instructor Consent. Elective. Scientific methods of identification and examination of questioned documents and handwriting; detection of forgery, falsification, and counterfeiting; restoration of erasures/obliterations; recognition and selection of standards; examination of computerized documents.
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CRIM 5900 - Planning and Program Development
(3)
Prerequisite: CRIM 5010, CRIM 5110, CRIM 5120 and CRIM 5300. Review of different planning and evaluation models used in applied research to build programming targeted at specific criminal justice issues and to evaluate their effectiveness. Maybe offered as an online or hybrid course.
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CRIM 5950 - Directed Field Work
(1-5)
Prerequisites: School approval, agency acceptance. Supervised individual field experience in an applied area of criminal justice. May be repeated to maximum of 8 units. Graded CR/NC.
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CRIM 5960 - Comprehensive Exam
See the Comprehensive Examination in the requirements for the Master’s Degree section of this chapter.
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CRIM 5980 - Graduate Directed Study
(1-3)
Prerequisite: Instructor consent to act as sponsor. Independent study of advanced topics covering the criminal justice system; regular conferences with sponsor. May be repeated to maximum of 9 units; maximum of 12 units in combination of CRIM 4990 and 5980 may be applied toward degree.
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CRIM 5995 - Project for Culminating Experience
(1-3)
Prerequisite: Consent of an approved research committee to act as sponsor, completion of appropriate forms, approval of school. Independent research project, including research design, execution of research, and presentation of findings in written form. Student will develop an original research topic based on review of the criminalistics literature. Graded CR/NC.
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CRIM 5995A - Criminal Justice Capstone
(3)
Prerequisite: CRIM 5900. This course requires students to apply concepts from CRIM 5900 in a real-world setting in order to produce a capstone project. Maybe offered as an online or hybrid course.
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CDIV 4810 - Understanding Cultural Diversity within Human Services
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Preparation for culturally competent practice within a wide variety of human services settings in diverse communities; a cultural lens and reflective stance promote exploration of attitudes, values, beliefs and worldview.
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CDIV 4950 - Practicum: Serving Diverse Communities
(3)
Prerequisites: CDIV 4810 and completion of at least (6) additional units of course work that count toward the CDIV certificate. Hands-on experience in a multicultural human service agency; service-learning focus that provides opportunities to reflect on practicum experiences in order to enhance understandings of theory. Graded CR/NC.
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Curriculum and Instruction (Undergraduate) All 4000-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by the department and approval of the graduate adviser
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EDCI 0930 - Development of Study Skills: Reading
(3)
Co-requisite: Enrollment in remedial or first formal English class. Developing reading study skills necessary for academic success at university level. Current general education textbook material used to reinforce college-level reading. Graded CR/NC. May be repeated to maximum of 12 units. No credit toward baccalaureate.
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EDCI 1001 - Supplemental Instruction and Pedagogical Workshop
(1)
Exploration of learning principles for successful university study in small workgroups to master course content and develop transferable study skills (reasoning, communication, self-assessment). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units for credit. Graded CR/NC.
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EDCI 2020 - Visual and Performing Arts in the Inclusive Elementary Classroom
(3)
This course is based on the visual and performing arts instruction for teachers in inclusive elementary school settings, through the exploration/investigation of dance, music, theatre, and visual arts education.
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EDCI 3700 - From Sails to Satellites: History of STEM Education
(3)
Prerequisite: Completion of Blocks A and B4, an additional course from Block B, and at least one course each from Blocks C and D. Study of STEM Education, 400 BC to today’s America, focusing on reports and documents that have connected the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics disciplines and shaped current research/reform efforts.
GE UD D (wi)
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EDCI 4000 - Transformative Teaching in Diverse Urban Classrooms
(3)
Prerequisite for teacher candidates only: Admission to the Charter College of Education. Requires verification of completion of 45 hours of early field experiences in a K-12 public school classroom. Open to all upper division students admitted to the university. Practical, dispositional introduction for developing personal visions as Transformative Educational Leaders. Introduction to laws, and analysis, application and evaluation of strategies to prepare teacher candidates to teach in urban schools. Graded ABC-/NC.
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EDCI 4011 - Cognitive, Linguistic and Literacy Development of Diverse Learners
(3)
Prerequisite: Admission to ULRN Accelerated Dual Credential Option. Theory and pedagogy of language and literacy development. Impact of second language acquisition, disabilities, and culture on linguistic and literacy development of diverse learners. Informal assessment of language skills.
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EDCI 4111 - Curriculum and Teaching of Integrated Literacy and Communication
(3)
Prerequisite: Admission to ULRN Accelerated Dual Credential Option. Analysis, application, and evaluation of strategies for teaching and learning of integrated literacy and communication in a diverse linguistic, socioeconomic, and cultural milieu.
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EDCI 4112 - Curriculum and Teaching of STEM Education
(3)
Prerequisite: Admission to ULRN Accelerated Dual Credential Option. Analysis, application and evaluation of strategies for transformative teaching of STEM education in a diverse linguistic, socioeconomic, and cultural milieu.
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EDCI 4113 - Curriculum and Teaching of Social Studies, Civic Learning and Humanities
(3)
Prerequisite: Admission to ULRN Accelerated Dual Credential Option. Analysis, application and evaluation of strategies for transformative teaching of Social Studies, Civic Learning and Humanities education in a diverse linguistic, socioeconomic, and cultural milieu.
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EDCI 4150 - Teaching For Thinking
(3)
Perspectives and practices to integrate problem-solving, critical thinking, and the development of reflection and self-regulation into all content area course instruction.
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EDCI 4292 - 21st Century Assessment Strategies and Processes
(3)
Prerequisites: Completion of all requirements for the Developmental Block of the program. Develop, adapt, and manage student-centered assessment strategies based on the needs of diverse students in urban contexts that meet the needs of 21st century classrooms.
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EDCI 4800 - Teaching Problem Solving with LOGO
(3)
Theory and methods for teaching the programming language LOGO, with emphasis on problem-solving. (Hands-on computer laboratory.)
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EDEL 4020 - Introduction to Instructional Design, Assessment and Classroom Management Methods
(3)
Prerequisite: Completion of all requirements for admission without conditions to the multiple subject credential program. Exploration of the fundamental principles of instructional design, strategies for addressing learner needs, assessment methodology, and classroom management strategies. 10 hours of classroom observations related to course content are required.
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EDEL 4151 - Curriculum and Teaching of Reading and Language Arts Fieldwork
(1)
Corequisite: Taken concurrently with EDEL 4150. Supervised application of theory to practice, engaging in systematic analysis of personal teaching performances to develop pedagogical expertise in reading/language arts, understandings of learners and their communities, and professional dispositions. Course instructor will meet with students at school sites.
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EDEL 4161 - Curriculum and Teaching of Writing and Language Arts Field Lab
(1)
Corequisite: Taken concurrently with EDEL 4160. Supervised application of theory to practice, engaging in systematic analysis of personal teaching performances to develop pedagogical expertise in writing/language arts, understandings of learners and their communities, and professional dispositions. Course instructor will meet with students at school sites.
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EDEL 4171 - Curriculum and Teaching of Elementary Mathematics Fieldwork
(1)
Corequisite: Taken concurrently with EDEL 4170 Supervised concrete applications and analyses of instructional strategies and practices in mathematics to school age children that normally are not demonstrated in a typical university classroom.
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EDEL 4181 - Curriculum and Teaching of Elementary School Science Fieldwork
(1)
Corequisite: Taken concurrently with EDEL 4180.
Supervised application of science pedagogical theory to instructional practice in the elementary classroom. Systematic analysis of personal teaching performances to develop pedagogical expertise and understandings of learners and their communities. Course instructor will meet with students at school site.
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EDEL 4200 - RICA Test Preparation Review
(1)
A review of content and strategies needed to pass California’s Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) for Multiple Subject and Special Education credential students who are required to take the RICA.
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EDCI 5020 - Introduction to Science and Mathematics Content Methods
(3)
Prerequisites: Completion of all requirements for admission to the Los Angeles Urban Teacher Residency Program. Introduction to pedagogical and curricular strategies for teaching science and mathematics. Emphasis on differentiating instruction for students with special needs. Verification of early field requirement.
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EDCI 5030 - Introduction to Schooling in Urban Communities
(3)
Prerequisites: Completion of all requirements for formal admission to the Los Angeles Urban Teacher Residency credential program. Introduction to the history of schooling in urban communities with an emphasis on understanding schooling in local contexts.
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EDCI 5040 - Theory, Trends, and Practice in School Reform
(3)
Prerequisites: Completion of all requirements for formal admission to the Los Angeles Urban Teacher Residency Credential program and completion of the Pre-Residency Block and Residency I Block and Residency II Block of the program. Examination of school reform with emphasis on theory, practice and the changing role of teachers.
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EDCI 5096 - Development of Induction Plan (also listed as EDSP 5096)
(3)
Prerequisite: A valid California Multiple Subject, Single Subject or Education Specialist Preliminary Credential. This course will be taken in Semester 1, 2 and 3 of the two-year Clear Credential Program. Faculty, mentor, and candidate engage in the development of the individual learning plan. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units.
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EDCI 5097 - Assessment of Induction (also listed as EDSP 5097)
(3)
Prerequisite: A valid California Multiple Subject, Single Subject or Education Specialist Preliminary Credential. This course should be taken in the fourth semester of the Clear Credential Program. Final assessment of the individualized learning plan to be completed by the candidate, Faculty, and Mentor. The Induction Program is designed for the support and professional development of the beginning educator.
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EDCI 5110 - Advanced Classroom Assessment in the Urban School
(3)
Prerequisite: Completion of Residency Block III of the Los Angeles Urban Teacher Residency Credential program. An advanced treatment of the field of classroom assessment emphasizing authentic methodologies focusing on urban classroom settings in context of differentiated instruction, pedagogy and foundations of education.
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EDCI 5130 - Reading as a Cognitive Process
(4)
Prerequisites: EDEL 4150 and EDEL 4160 or EDSE 4501 and EDSE 4502 or equivalent or teaching credential.. Advanced study of current issues and programs in reading instruction; application of recent research findings to reading curriculum.
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EDCI 5200 - Advanced Methods for Teaching Secondary Content
(3)
Prerequisites: Consent of Instructor. Advanced analysis and evaluation of instructional strategies, objectives, current methods and curriculum in urban secondary teaching emphasizing current research and materials, assessment, parental and community resources, and digital technologies.
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EDCI 5201 - Methods for Teaching Mathematics
(3)
Prerequisite: Instructor consent. Instructional strategies, objectives, current methods and curriculum in the teaching of mathematics in the urban setting. Includes current research, instructional materials, community resources, and instructional technologies for teaching mathematics.
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EDCI 5210 - Research in Teaching Reading, Writing, and Related Language Arts
(3)
Prerequisites: EDEL 4150 and EDEL 4160, or EDSE 4501 & EDSE 4502, or EDUR status, and EDFN 5000, or equivalents. Analysis of the Prek-14 reading, writing and related language arts instruction research knowledge base for the enhancement of reading, writing, and related language arts programs
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EDCI 5220 - Literacy Assessment and Instruction
(3)
Prerequisite: EDEL 4150 and 4160 or EDSE 4501 and EDSE 4502 or equivalent or EDUR status or teaching credential. Investigates formal, informal and curriculum-embedded assessments across literacy skill components; instruction in reading, writing and language arts classroom instruction; skills for screening, diagnosis, and intervention of struggling readers and writers.
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EDCI 5230 - Advanced Writing Assessment and Instruction in Schools
(3)
Prerequisite: EDEL 4150 and 4160, or EDSE 4501 & EDSE 4502, or teaching credential, or EDUR status, or equivalent. Analysis of writing development and instruction in PreK - Community Collegeand the use of authentic evaluation procedures. Requires advanced action research project.
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EDCI 5240 - Advanced Literacy Assessment and Instruction
(3)
Prerequisite: EDCI 5220. Advanced diagnosis of struggling readers/writers: advanced study of reading, writing and language arts instruction; diagnosis and instruction of all students, most at-risk of reading/writing failure.
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EDCI 5250 - Integrated Mathematics and Science Methodological Content Literacy
(3)
Prerequisites: Completion of all requirements for the Los Angeles Urban Teacher Residency Program Block I. Examination of implications of the use of integrated models of mathematics and science for student learning in urban schools.
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EDCI 5270 - Issues and Trends in the Use of Children’s Literature and Digital Technologies
(3)
Explore issues and trends in teaching digital/media technologies using children’s literature for literature-based instruction.
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EDCI 5330 - Children’s and Adolescents’ Reading Materials in Spanish and Other Languages
(3)
Prerequisite: Proficiency in Spanish or another language at 300B proficiency level or equivalent. Spanish and multilingual reading materials suitable for development or enrichment of reading/language arts skills at Pre K-12 level in urban classrooms. Fieldwork required.
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EDCI 5350 - Teaching for Cross-Cultural and Global Awareness
(3)
Instructional strategies, materials, resources for examining cross-cultural and global education issues in the classroom.
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EDCI 5351 - Seminar: Assessment Strategies in Mathematics
(3)
Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. Analysis of and practice in the use of assessment models that focus on mathematical thinking.
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EDCI 5370 - Teacher Leadership in the Urban School: Issues, Trends, and New Directions
(3)
This course prepares teachers to examine and execute leadership roles in educational institutions. It includes instructional leadership, implementing Action Research in leadership and school change, and National Board Certification.
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EDCI 5400 - Reading and WritingClinical Practicum
(3)
Prerequisites EDCI 5220, or instructor consent. Supervised experience in small-group reading and writing remediation with PreK-community college students, ELLs, covering all ranges of skills/abilities.
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EDCI 5410 - Field Work in Reading, Writing and Related Language Arts
(3)
Prerequisites: EDCI 5400, and instructor consent. Supervised field experience in organization, administration, and supervision of district/school level reading, writing and /related language arts programs. This course requires service learning.
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EDCI 5420 - Interdisciplinary Creative and Reflective Methods for Teaching and Learning
(3)
Introduction to theories, practices and models of creative and reflective methods such as educational drama, story and oral history as essential to transformative and constructivist pedagogy in educational settings. Lecture 2 hours, activity 1 hour.
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EDCI 5490 - Developing English Reading/Language Arts Skills in Bilingual/Cross-Cultural Individuals
(3)
Analysis of research, curriculum design and selection of materials and strategies for the development of English reading/language arts skills for the culturally/linguistically diverse PreK-14 student.
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EDCI 5502 - Advanced Fieldwork in Curriculum and Instruction in the Classroom
(1)
Prerequisite: Level I credential, enrollment in an induction or a Master of Arts degree in Education program. This is an advanced fieldwork course in curriculum and instruction. It is designed to support and assess beginning teachers’ skills and knowledge necessary to be effective practitioners and to become knowledgeable about California teaching standards and frameworks. Course includes field experiences in the classroom. Graded CR/NC.
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EDCI 5510 - Reflection, Synthesis, Assessment: Induction Portfolio
(1)
Prerequisites: Level I teaching credential and teaching experience; Corequisite: EDCI 596. This is a capstone course designed for teachers pursuing a Level II Multiple Subject or Single Subject credential. Teachers demonstrate evidence of knowledge and skills of advanced coursework and teaching experience reflective of present competence and assessment of professional and academic growth achieved during the program. Graded CR/NC.
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EDCI 5540 - Research and Methods for Teaching in Bilingual/Cross-Cultural Classrooms
(3)
Prerequisites: Graduate Status, Teaching Credential, TESL 5600 or consent of instructor. Exploration and application of research-based pedagogy in programs for English learners in bilingual/cross-cultural and dual language classrooms. Includes focus on SDAIE and assessment. Fieldwork required.
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EDCI 5560 - Inquiry into Methods of Teaching Academic Literacy in the Target Language
(3)
Prerequisite: Target language fluency at the 3000 level and graduate status or consent of instructor. Curriculum, research and pedagogy in literacy in the target language grades K-12, for speakers of that language or for speakers English in bilingual programs. Instruction partly in the target language. Fieldwork is required.
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EDCI 5570 - Research and Pedagogy for the Bilingual Learner: Exploring Cultural Impact (also listed as CLS 5570/AAAS 4500)
(3)
Prerequisite: Teaching credential, graduate status or consent of instructor. Traditions, roles, status, communication patterns of culture as experienced in specified country(ies) and the U.S. Cross-/inter-/intra¬cultural relationships/interactions and cultural contributions in California and the U.S. [i.e. Chicano/Latino; Chinese/Chinese American]. Fieldwork is required. Course conducted bilingually in target language and English.
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EDCI 5580 - Reflection, Synthesis, and Assessment: Bilingual Authorization Portfolio
(1)
Prerequisites: Admission restricted to Bilingual Authorization Certificate Candidates. Teaching credential and teaching experience. This is a capstone course designed for candidates pursuing Bilingual Authorization Certificate. Candidates demonstrate evidence of knowledge and skills of advanced coursework and bilingual teaching experience reflective of professional and academic growth achieved during the program. Graded CR/NC. Fieldwork required.
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EDCI 5600 - Principles and Practices of Curriculum in Urban Schools
(3)
Curricular trends in historical perspective; sociological change, research in child growth and development, basic philosophies. Objectives, practices, materials, evaluation in curriculum development process including school reform and transformation.
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EDCI 5700 - Introduction to Action Research for Classroom Teachers
(1)
Prerequisite: Completion of all requirements for formal admission to the MA in Education. Course explores the role of teacher research in urban classrooms. Focus is on the development of topics and research questions.
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EDCI 5710 - Research Seminar I
(3)
Prerequisites: Completion of all requirements for formal admission to the MA in Education: Option in Secondary Teaching Program; student must be advanced to candidacy. Practicum with faculty where students construct a research project guided by faculty and peers. Preparation includes elements of proposing and conducting research, faculty and student examination of research process.
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EDCI 5711 - Research Seminar II
(3)
Prerequisites: Student must be advanced to candidacy. Must be taken concurrently with EDSE 5990. Practicum with faculty where students construct a research project guided by faculty. Practicum includes elements of proposing and conducting research, faculty and student examination of research process. Students will conclude the class with a Thesis proposal defense.
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EDCI 5712 - Research Seminar III
(3)
Prerequisite: Student must be advanced to candidacy. Practicum with Faculty where students construct a research project guided by faculty and peers. Preparation includes elements of finalizing and presenting action research. Students may conclude the class with a Thesis/Project defense.
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EDCI 5830 - Application of Hypermedia in Instruction
(3)
Prerequisites: EDIT 4300, teaching credential. Hands-on instruction in uses of hypermedia for teaching in K-12 schools; strategies for use of hypermedia by both teachers and students to enhance instruction.
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EDCI 5840 - Learning Theories and Cognitive Science in Math Education
(3)
Survey and analysis of theories and research in cognitive science and learning theories in mathematics education: cognitive technologies, students’ systematic errors, gender and cultural issues.
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EDCI 5850 - Characteristics of Social Change in Urban Schools
(3)
Prerequisites: Completion of all requirements for formal admission to the Los Angeles Urban Teacher Residency credential program and completion of the pre-residency block of the program. Exploration of the connections between the role of research, the theories of social and cultural foundations of education, and practical realities of social change in local communities.
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EDCI 5960 - Comprehensive Examination
(0)
See the Comprehensive Examination in the requirements for the (Masters) Degree section of this chapter.
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EDCI 5990A - Thesis Planning
(2)
Prerequisites: Advancement to candidacy, written approval of thesis chair. Prior to completion, student will have completed draft of thesis proposal, selected a thesis committee, and submitted draft of thesis proposal to thesis committee. Graded CR/NC.
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EDCI 5990B - Thesis
(2)
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: EDCI 5990A and, written approval of thesis chair. Completion of the thesis or substantial progress toward completion under the direct supervision of the thesis committee. Graded CR/NC; repeatable up to 4 units.
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EDCI 5995A - Project Planning
(2)
Prerequisites: EDFN 5000 or EDFN 5050 or EDFN 4520, advancement to candidacy, written approval of project chair. Prior to completion, student will have completed draft of project proposal, selected a project committee, and submitted draft of project proposal to project committee. Graded CR/NC.
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EDCI 5995B - Project
(2)
Prerequisites: EDCI 5995A and, written approval of project chair. Completion of the project or substantial progress toward completion under the direct supervision of the project committee. Graded CR/NC; repeatable up to 4 units.
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Curriculum and Instruction (Doctoral) Classified graduate standing is required for admission, except that postbaccalaureate students may enroll in 5000-level courses that are required in a credential program.
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EDCI 6350 - Teachers, Leadership, and Power in Urban Schools
(3)
Prerequisite: Admission to Doctoral Program. Analysis of research, policy, and practice on teacher leadership in instruction and school culture; barriers created by school structures and teaching culture; teacher leadership impact on school reform, student outcomes. Graded ABCDF or Credit /No Credit.
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EDCI 6600 - Teaching and Learning in Diverse Urban Settings: Equity, Access, and Achievement
(3)
Prerequisite: Admission into doctoral program. Historical, political, and sociohistorical, perspectives of curriculum theory and its relationship to schooling; curricular foundations of instructional leadership for equity in urban schools; curriculum as context for teaching and learning.
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EDCI 6620 - Culturally Sensitive Pedagogy in Early Childhood Settings
(2)
Prerequisite: Admission into Doctoral Program or consent of instructor and program director. Leadership issues in culturally relevant and responsive pedagogy; leading culturally sensitive instructional strategies to engage families, (parents, caregivers) and community members as active partners in early childhood education.
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EDCI 6640 - Policies and Practices in Early Childhood Education
(2)
Prerequisite: Admission into Doctoral Program or consent of instructor and program director. The role of early childhood education in urban communities; early childhood organizational structures and schooling practices; local, state, and national policies and policy implementation for early childhood education.
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EDCI 6703 - Leadership for Curriculum, Assessment, and Accreditation in Colleges and Universities
(3)
Prerequisite: Admission into the Ed.D. program in Educational Leadership. Curriculum history in higher education; research, models, and leadership practices for successful curriculum change, assessment, and accreditation in urban colleges and universities; faculty, administrative, student and community roles in curriculum decision-making.
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EDCI 6750 - Advanced Pedagogical Strategies for Achieving Equity
(3)
Prerequisite: Admission to Doctoral Program. Cultural competence necessary to promote instructional, policies and practices that value difference and ensure equity in effective organizations; advanced instructional strategies that stimulate cognitive and academic development of diverse students.
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EDCI 6770 - Leadership in Curriculum and Assessment for Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Urban Students
(3)
Prerequisite: Admission into Doctoral Program. Theories/practices of curriculum and assessment; curriculum contexts, change, continuity, articulation, and censorship; cutting edge content trends; resource optimization for transforming curriculum; constructing evidence-based decision-making cultures that improve student outcomes. Graded ABCDF or Credit /No Credit.
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DANC 1000 - Beginning Ballet
(2)
Students develop technical skills at the beginning ballet level and increase technical proficiency in ballet vocabulary and knowledge of historical developments. May repeat to 6 units.
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DANC 1200 - Beginning Jazz Dance
(2)
Activities designed to develop beginning skills in jazz dance accompanied by background information relevant to the dance form. May be repeated to maximum of 6 units.
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DANC 1400 - Contemporary Dance
(2)
Introduction to contemporary dance with a focus on alignment, flexibility, strength, the fundamentals of dance vocabulary and the connection between movement, thought and emotion. May be repeated up to 6 units.
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DANC 1570 - Cross-Cultural Themes in Dance
(3)
Analyzing developments in dance and cultivating imagination and sensitivity to cross-cultural themes in human behavior. Understanding ongoing cultural dance traditions. Lecture 3 hours; activity 1 hour.
GE C2
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DANC 1600 - Beginning Tap Dance
(1)
Activities designed to develop beginning skills in tap accompanied by background information relevant to the dance form. May be repeated to maximum of 6 units.
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DANC 2000 - Intermediate Ballet
(2)
Prerequisite: DANC 1000 , or instructor consent. Students develop skills at the intermediate level of ballet, learning vocabulary, relevant theoretical considerations, and the historical foundations of ballet aesthetics. May be repeated to maximum of 6 units.
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DANC 2200 - Intermediate Jazz Dance
(2)
Prerequisite: DANC 1200 or instructor consent. Activities designed to develop intermediate skills in jazz dance accompanied by background information relevant to the dance form. May be repeated to maximum of 6 units.
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DANC 2400 - Intermediate Contemporary Dance
(2)
Prerequisite: DANC 1400, or instructor consent. Continuation of development of technique focusing on alignment, flexibility, strength and introduction to more advanced movement vocabulary, including release technique and improvisation. May repeat to maximum of 6 units.
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DANC 2500 - African Dance Traditions
(2)
This course is designed to teach fundamental African dance techniques while providing an examination of cultural traditions and an introduction to understanding differences between West, East, North and South African dances. May be repeated 3 times.
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DANC 2540L - Special Topics in Dance
(1-3)
Current topics of special interest in dance, as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated to maximum of 12 units as subject matter changes.
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DANC 2540P - Special Topics in Dance
(1-3)
Current topics of special interest in dance, as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated to maximum of 12 units as subject matter changes.
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DANC 2560 - Salsa and Contemporary Latin American Dance Practices
(1)
Introduction to dance practices of Contemporary Latin America including Salsa, Rueda Casino, Chachacha, Cumbia, and Merengue. Includes basic movement skills and understanding of improvisational and choreographic processes used.
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DANC 2700 - Choreography I
(2)
Prerequisites: DANC 1400; DANC 1000, or instructor consent. Improvisational techniques utilizing dance movements to develop individual/group sensitivities, concentration and discoveries to begin the forming process used in creating dances. May be repeated to maximum of 6 units.
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DANC 3000 - Advanced Ballet
(1)
Prerequisite: DANC 2000 or instructor consent. Continued development of technical skills, choreographic combinations, knowledge of history and styles: Italian, Russian, French, English, Danish, American. May repeat to maximum of 12 units.
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DANC 3200 - Advanced Jazz Dance
(2)
Prerequisite: DANC 2200 or instructor consent. Expanded development of skills, knowledge, analysis ability, and study of application of elements of jazz dance in solo and group work. May be repeated to maximum of 6 units.
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DANC 3400 - Advanced Contemporary Dance
(3)
Prerequisite: DANC 1400, or by audition. Building on the vocabularies and technique introduced in Beginning Contemporary Dance, this course introduces new shapes and movement vocabularies essential to the contemporary dancer in the professional field. May be repeated to maximum of 9 units.
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DANC 3500 - Contemporary African Dance
(3)
Prerequisite: DANC 1400, or instructor consent. Designed for students with some prior dance experience, this class advances student knowledge of African technique and performance through an examination of contemporary and cultural Africanist traditions. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units.
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DANC 3700 - Choreography II
(3)
Prerequisite: DANC 2700; or instructor consent. Principles of dance composition through individual experiences with varied stimuli, differing construction processes, simple musical forms. May be repeated to maximum of 9 units.
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DANC 4000 - Creative Dance in the Elementary Classroom
(2)
Exploration/integration of artistic perception, creative expression, historical/cultural contexts, aesthetic valuing as components of teaching/learning through dance. Meets 4 hours weekly.
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DANC 4010 - Dance Techniques and Creativity in Elementary Education
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Prerequisite: DANC 4000. Ballet basics, modern dance technique, improvisation and creative problem solving for the elementary educator. Viewing and critical analysis of dance.
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DANC 4100 - Performance Participation
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Prerequisite: Instructor consent required. Detailed work as a performer on a major dance production with rehearsal and performance requirements. Enrollment required for performance participation. Meets more than 6 hours each week. May be repeated to maximum of 12 units.
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DANC 4200 - Dance History - Antiquity Through Nineteenth Century
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Corequisite: TAD 3900. Surveys dance as embodied histories and aesthetics, examining dance practices up to the nineteenth century, and observing major developments in Western, Asian, African, and North American theatrical and ritual traditions.
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DANC 4210 - Embodied Histories: Dance in the Twentieth and Twenty-First Century
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Surveys contemporary dance history, examining major artistic movements, theories of the body, as well as feminist and global influences in the development of contemporary dance and ballet. The class approaches and analyzes the emergence of modernist dance aesthetics in the context of the suffragette movement, cultural appropriation, orientalism, modernism, postmodernism, post-colonialism and other movements.
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