* Required for certificate
Major in Educational Administration
The Major in Educational Administration is a non-thesis program which prepares
individuals to serve as elementary and secondary principals, supervisors, and
central office staff in public and private schools. In order to satisfy TEA
requirements for the Principal Certificate (45 semester hours of graduate
education), an additional 9 hours of graduate work beyond the M.Ed. program
are required. These 9 hours may be from another college or university if taken
within the last 15 years.
Students who take all 45 semester hours at TCU can complete both administration
and any other masters major within the 45 hours, except Counseling, which would
require 48 semester hours. However, careful planning is necessary and new graduate
students should discuss this possibility with their advisor as soon as possible
after matriculation.
Professional Studies (9 semester hours)
EDUC 60253 Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Education
EDUC 60823 Educational Evaluation
EDUC 70953 Research in Education
Specialization (24 hours)
EDUC 50003 Diversity in American Education
EDUC 60013 Curriculum Theory
EDAD 60103 Administrators, Schools and Districts
EDAD 60113 Administrators & Teachers
EDAD 60123 Administrators, Parents & Children
EDAD 60133 Trends & Issues in Administration
EDAD 60143 The Administrative Life
EDXX 60XXX{An Elective Graduate Course in Curriculum or Pedagogy}
Field Experience (3 hours)
EDAD 70200 Internship in Administration
The Principal's Certificate
Students who have already earned a master's degree and who wish to pursue the
EDAD Certificate Program will need to meet with advisors to determine the courses
necessary for certification.
The following is a complete list of courses offered by this department. Go
to Class Searchon Registrar's Page to see which courses are being taught this
semester.
Courses of Instruction
EDUC 50003 DIVERSITY IN AMERICAN EDUCATION Prerequisite: Graduate
standing or permission of the instructor. This course will equip educators
with the necessary skills for multi-ethnic school environments. It focuses on
developing an awareness of how education is connected to wider structures of
social, cultural and economic life, and encourages not only critical examination
but also discussion of alternatives to the present reality.
EDUC 60013 CURRICULUM THEORY Survey of the field of curriculum theory
and practice as it applies to public schools. Addresses general principles and
practices of curriculum development and curriculum change; organizational patterns
for developing curriculum and implementing change.
EDUC 60213 ADVANCED EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY The learning process and methods
of application to the individual learner.
EDUC 60223 THEORIES OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Selected theories of human behavioral,
social, and emotional development.
EDUC 60253 HISTORICAL AND PHILOSOPHICAL FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION This
course will involve study of the historical background of the evolution of education
(both public and private) in the United States, with emphasis placed on primary
and secondary education. Philosophic positions and the implications of these
viewpoints on one's approach to and resolution of educational issues and questions
will be examined.
EDUC 60233 ADJUSTMENT OF CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS Prerequisite: EDUC
60223 or an upper-division course in child/human development. Introduction
to the adjustment problems of school children and youth in a contemporary society.
Consideration of types of problems and their classification, incidence, prevalence,
etiology, and assessment; intervention strategies with children and families
to facilitate adjustment to the environment, enhance learning, and promote optimal
development.
EDUC 60313 EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT Assessment includes a variety of approaches
to testing (standardized and constructed). Characteristics of tests, constructs,
scoring, interpreting, evaluation, and test-taking skills as a form of problem
solving are included.
EDUC 60810 SEMINAR IN EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH A seminar in which students
participate in the ongoing, well-defined scholarly activities of various faculty
members. Students will have an opportunity to engage in research in an apprentice
role as a way of exploring specific research questions and appropriate methodology
for answering those questions. (1-3 hours, may be repeated up to 13 hours)
EDUC 60823 EDUCATIONAL EVALUATION A comprehensive study of evaluating
school systems, their communities, programs, and personnel. Evaluation of programs,
curriculum projects, accreditation standards, and personnel appraisal are explored
using different approaches to evaluation. Other topics include purpose, qualitative
and quantitative evaluation design and data-collecting methods, sampling techniques,
and reliability and validity. Particular emphasis is placed on case study for
the purpose of planning, conducting and writing the evaluation for presentation
to stakeholders.
EDUC 70953 RESEARCH IN EDUCATION A study of the perspectives which underlie
the methodologies used in research related to teaching and learning. Students
are expected to gain an appreciation of the complexities of the research process,
ways of conducting research, and a sense of the power and constraints of the
various perspectives within which educational questions are pursued.
EDUC 50970 SPECIAL PROBLEMS Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and
course instructor.
EDUC 60120 THE ROLE OF THE INSERVICE TEACHER IN PRESERVICE TEACHER EDUCATION.
Study of the role of the Cooperating Teacher in a teacher education conference.
Includes clinical supervision, mastery learning, observation skills, conferencing
skills and program design.
EDUC 60293 CURRICULUM WORKSHOP. Prerequisite: At least one year's
teaching experience and approval of instructor. Provides for development of
curriculum materials and strategies for specific subject areas; application
of curriculum theory to school and classroom situations.
EDUC 60513 PRACTICUM IN EDUCATION Practical experiences in an educational
setting designed to sensitize the student to the challenges of transforming
theory into practice.
EDUC 60980 INTERNSHIP Prerequisite: Completion of at least l8 semester
hours of graduate level course work in Education and permission of department.
Supervised experience which emphasizes the application of theories of curriculum
and instruction in a field-based setting. Options include the introduction of
innovative teaching practices into a school or other educational setting or
research focused on instructional practices. Graduate students in Education
who possess a bachelor's degree with a non-education major and who have completed
the specified course work may choose to apply the internship for certification
purposes with the approval of the department. (l-6 semester hours with no more
than 6 semester hours applied to the Master's degree)
EDUC 70903 TREATISE Independent examination of an issue related to education.
Students complete a paper under the advisement of a faculty member in the department.
EDUC 70970 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN EDUCATION Prerequisite: Approval of
advisor and instructor in course.
EDUC 70980 THESIS Prerequisite: Admission to Candidacy.
EDUC 70990 THESIS Continuation of 70980.
Educational Administration
EDAD 60103 ADMINISTRATORS, SCHOOLS & DISTRICTS A study of concepts,
literature, and research on school leaders and their relationships to the development
and maintenance of educational organizations. Relationships between different
organizational patterns and administrative practices will be explored as well
as the role of authority and decision making structures. Required of all majors
in Educational Administration.
EDAD 60113 ADMINISTRATORS & TEACHERS A holistic study of the multiple
dimensions associated with creating and sustaining productive professional relationships.
It will include concepts and issues derived from leadership, supervision, and
law.
EDAD 60123 ADMINISTRATORS, PARENTS & CHILDREN A study of the relationships
and roles that administrators play with students and their parents. Foci will
include community relations, communication, creating orderly, productive learning
environments, and law.
EDAD 60133 TRENDS & ISSUES IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION A series
of mini-seminars focused on applied issues arising in administration of schools,
including school business management, administration of special programs and
other salient topics. The course will normally be taught collaboratively with
practicing administrators.
EDAD 60143 ADMINISTRATIVE LIFE Prerequisite: 18 semester hours in
the EDAD program or consent of advisor. This course is normally taken concurrently
with EDAD 70200 Internship in Educational Administration. The course synthesizes
prior course work, integrates new experiences from the Internship, and considers
the alternatives each individual confronts in developing an administrative life,
the jobs' technical and ethical demands, stresses and satisfactions.
EDAD 70200 INTERNSHIP IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION Prerequisite:
18 semester hours of EDAD courses and consent of advisor. Planned program
of leadership responsibilities in an educational institution or agency, commensurate
with the student's graduate program, certification objectives, and employment
goals. Emphasis on research application in a field-based setting. Responsibilities
and projects are under the direction of the academic advisor and on-site supervisor.
EDAD 70970 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ADMINISTRATION Prerequisite: Approval
of advisor and course instructor.
EDAD 70001 DOCTORAL PRO-SEMINAR
The doctoral pro-seminar is a one credit hour course designed to support and
develop first year doctoral students enrolled in the MBA/EdD joint degree in
educational leadership. It meets seven times, two hours per session. Students
are required to enroll in two proseminars, one in the fall and semesters, during
the first year of their doctoral programs. The faculty members in the participating
programs develop the curricula of the proseminars.
EDAD 70003 Foundational Readings in Educational Administration This course
will examine the professional and intellectual history of educational administration.
As with all academic fields, educational administration has developed a core
literature that describes its own social/professional and intellectual history.
Those holding a doctorate in this professional field have a responsibility for
educating themselves on that history.
EDAD 70013 LEGAL & SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT OF EDUCATION
Educational institutions operate within an environment that requires relationships
with families, employees, and other private and public institutions. The primary
focus of this course will be state and federal laws that regulate these relationships,
with attention paid as well to social and political forces that influence and
enforcement of laws.
EDAD 70023 - MANAGING INSTRUCTIONAL PROCESSES
High achieving districts are led by administrators that focus on academic programs,
set attainable goals, continuously assess the curriculum, evaluate staff and
teachers, and assess student achievement. This course will highlight the importance
of instructional leadership and of developing effective evaluation processes
as well as professional development opportunities.
EDAD 70033 - Ethical & Moral Dimensions of Educational Leadership
This course emphasizes enduring educational problems and fundamental philosophical
issues, concepts that feature centrally in educational discourse, ethical standards
and dilemmas, and conceptual analysis as a means for clarifying decisions regarding
educational policy and practice.
EDAD 80206 Internship. A semester-long internship providing leadership
experiences in an educational or corporate setting commensurate with the student's
doctoral program. This course can be repeated three times for a total of 18
semester hours.
EDAD 90980 DISSERTATION
EDAD 90990 DISSERTATION
Educational Computing
EDUC 50293 INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY FOR INFORMATION PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
Methodology for instruction in the concepts and skills of information processing.
Includes strategies for delivery of concepts and skills, evaluation, modifying
curriculum for special students, evaluation of software and courseware, and
facility management. Current research and issues around instruction of information
processing will be included.
EDUC 60153 MICROCOMPUTERS IN EDUCATION An introduction to using microcomputers
in education as both productivity and instructional tools. Includes familiarity
and operational skills with word processing, spreadsheets, databases, graphics,
desktop publishing, telecommunications, multimedia, instructional and programming/authoring
software.
EDUC 60173 INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMMING FOR EDUCATORS Prerequisite: EDUC
60153 or approval of course instructor. A study of the use of programming
and/or authoring software in educational contexts. Students will learn to develop
hypermedia projects using an instructional design process.
EDUC 60263 COMPUTER-BASED COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT IN EDUCATION
Prerequisite: EDUC 60153 or approval of course instructor. Survey
of concepts of computer-based communication and information management for instructional
and administrative purposes in educational contexts. Includes electronic mail,
electronic discussion groups, file transfer utilities, and databases, as well
as information location and presentation tools for the World Wide Web.
EDUC 60273 PRACTICUM IN INSTRUCTIONAL COMPUTING A supervised field experience
which provides for the synthesis and application of program competencies and
contemporary research findings into K-12 educational environments.
Counseling
EDGU 5223 HELPING RELATIONSHIPS. Examination and practice of specific
skills and processes essential to the development of helping relationships.
Emphasis is placed on the development of interpersonal skills and professional
ethics necessary to counseling.
EDGU 5233 CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND INFORMATION. Orientation to life planning
and the world of work; theoretical models of career choice; examine career information
and resources and systems of career information utilization.
EDGU 5323 SMALL GROUP DYNAMICS. Study of the group as an interaction
system, including: a) group process, b) group roles, c) guidelines for group
selection and guidance, d) techniques for facilitating interaction, e) strategies
for building credibility in groups, and f) the impact of life styles on group
needs.
EDGU 6143 COUNSELING INTERVENTIONS. Prerequisite: EDGU 5223.
Examination of techniques, strategies and methods of counseling; strategies
to deal with resistant clients and acting out children; approaches to parent
and professional consultation; crisis intervention issues and resources; and
ethical and legal issues in the practice of counseling.
EDGU 6383 COUNSELING THEORIES AND TECHNIQUES. Orientation to established
theories of counseling by examining and evaluating each theory's philosophical
background, goals, and techniques and conceptualizing cases based on one's theoretical
approach; consider issues in crisis counseling; and discuss ethical issues as
they apply to hypothetical cases.
EDGU 7970 SPEICAL TOPICS IN GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING. Focus on topics
of interest to guidance counselors in schools and/or colleges and universities.
Such topics might include sexual abuse, violence in dating and marriage, building
resiliency in youth, family therapy, or other issues being raised by students,
researchers, and/or society.
EDGU 6613 GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING TECHNIQUES. Focus on the development
and implementation of school guidance programs, the services essential for effectiveness,
coordination of pupil services with other elements of the educational program,
strategies to build community resources and relationships, and program evaluation
needs.
EDGU 7100 PRACTICUM Prerequisite: Admission to candidacy and successful
completion of EDGU 5223, EDGU 5323, and EDGU 6383 Supervised application
of counseling and guidance skills and concepts. A minimum of 300 hours is required
of on-site experience, with a minimum of 150 hours of direct client contact.
Elementary Education
*EDEL 50063 SEMINAR IN TEACHING GIFTED AND TALENTED CHILDREN Advanced
study of methods to identify, assess and teach exceptionally capable students.
Major emphasis is on developing skills and teaching methods. Other aspects cover
guidance counseling process, social/emotional needs, working with parents, and
model school-district programs.
*EDEL 50073 TEACHING THE STRUCTURE AND BENEFITS OF THE FREE ENTERPRISE SYSTEM
An examination and assessment of existing curricular and instructional materials
in the area of economic education, with an emphasis on integrating economics
into the social studies curriculum K-l2.
EDEL 50203 PROGRAMS IN BILINGUAL EDUCATION The rationale for bilingual-bicultural
education including a survey of current programs. Includes lab experiences in
public school classes.
EDEL 50213 SEMINAR IN BILINGUAL EDUCATION Methods and strategies in teaching
the bilingual child; including English as a second language and Spanish as a
first language. Observation and participation in bilingual classes required.
*EDEL 50503 DEVELOPING COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES OF LINGUISTICALLY AND CULTURALLY
DIVERSE STUDENTS Prerequisites: SPAN 50433 (cross-listed under GERM 50033,
FREN 50033), or concurrent enrollment, or permission of instructor. Principles
and practices of first and second language acquisition as they relate to the
development of communication skills. Emphasis is placed on the interrelatedness
of language processing (reading, writing, speaking and listening) to facilitate
the learner's ability to construct meaning. Strategies to enhance social-communicative
and cognitive-academic language competence, and self-directed learning are addressed.
Assessment procedures appropriate to second-language learners are introduced.
*EDEL 50513 CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IN THE SECOND LANGUAGE LEARNING CLASSROOM
Prerequisites: EDEL 50503, or concurrent enrollment, or permission of instructor.
Curricular and instructional principles and practices to meet the academic development
needs of first and second language learners in the classroom. Emphasis on strategies
for providing content-area instruction and establishing learner-centered environments
within various ESL settings. Texas requirements for second language learners
are addressed.
EDEL 50970 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION Prerequisite:
Approval of advisor and course instructor.
EDEL 60043 SEMINAR IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SCIENCE Advanced study of current
issues in science education and of curricula, materials, and techniques utilized
in the effective teaching of elementary school science.
EDEL 60063 SEMINAR IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MATHEMATICS Advanced study of
modern curricula, strategies and techniques utilized in teaching and upgrading
mathematics instruction in the elementary school.
EDEL 60073 SEMINAR IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SOCIAL STUDIES Advanced study
of curricula, strategies and techniques utilized in teaching and upgrading the
social studies instruction in the elementary school.
EDEL 60083 SEMINAR IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LANGUAGE ARTS Advanced study
of curricula, strategies, and techniques utilized in teaching and upgrading
language arts instruction in the elementary school. The interrelationships of
all areas of language arts are given primary emphasis.
EDEL 70970 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION Prerequisite:
Approval of advisor and course instructor.
Early Childhood
EDEC 50123 EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Evaluation and development
of educational programs for young children as affected by current social and
economic trends. Emphasis on parent, community, school and interschool relationships,
and on teacher responsibility in curriculum development.
EDEC 50133 PLAY AND CREATIVITY Prerequisites: EDEC 30103 and Admission
to Teacher Education or approval of instructor. Materials, techniques, and
resources used in early childhood education for developing the affective, cognitive,
and motor domains of young children. Study will include research on importance
of play as vehicle for learning.
EDEC 50143 EARLY CHILDHOOD CURRICULUM The study of basic principles underlying
curriculum construction and instructional practices in early childhood and primary
education.
EDEC 60133 PRACTICUM IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Prerequisites: See
Teacher Education Section of Undergraduate Studies Bulletin. All-day observation
and supervised teaching for a period of six weeks in the public schools. Accompanying
regularly scheduled class meetings on the campus for the entire semester for
the purpose of developing competencies and professional growth.
EDEC 60223 THE YOUNG CHILD Study of research on behavior of young children
and application to planned learning experiences.
EDEC 70970 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD Prerequisite: Approval
of advisor and course instructor.
Reading
EDRE 50013 ANALYSIS OF LITERACY PROBLEMS Prerequisites: EDRE 60053,
EDRE 60153 OR EDRE 50313 or approval of instructor. Theory and techniques
for using a variety of assessment strategies related to literacy development.
Discussion and practice will be based on the interpretation of elementary and
secondary students' performance on a variety of literacy tasks.
EDRE 50043 SEMINAR IN CHILDREN'S LITERATURE Advanced study of literature
for children with special attention to principles of selection and use in the
elementary school curriculum.
EDRE 50153 LITERATURE FOR ADOLESCENTS Reading interests of secondary
school youth; survey of books for adolescents in several teaching fields.
EDRE 50223 PRACTICUM IN READING Prerequisite EDRE 50013 or approval
of course instructor. Clinical techniques and procedures of remedial and
diagnostic teaching of reading.
EDRE 50233 PRACTICUM IN COLLEGE READING Clinical and developmental techniques
and procedures for teaching of reading to adults.
EDRE 50313 FOUNDATIONS OF LITERACY The study of the theoretical bases
for literacy instruction. Research from linguistics, cognitive psychology, and
sociology will be studied as related to recommendations for practices in literacy
instruction.
EDRE 50970 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN READING Prerequisite: Approval of advisor
and course instructor.
EDRE 60053 ADVANCED STUDY OF LITERACY INSTRUCTION Advanced study of methods
to enhance literacy for students of diverse backgrounds and ability levels.
Analyzes recent research, philosophies of instruction, curriculum development,
literature, and assessments that can be used to improve students' reading, writing,
and language abilities.
EDRE 60153 SEMINAR IN PROMOTING LITERACY IN THE SUBJECT AREAS A study
of the concepts, literature, and research strategies for improving elementary
and secondary students' ability to read and learn from the information texts
in the various subject areas. Instructional strategies include ways to integrate
reading, writing, and study strategies.
EDRE 70970 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN READING Prerequisite: Approval of advisor
and course instructor.
Special Education
EDSP 50000 DIRECTED STUDY IN SPECIAL EDUCATION Directed study in areas
of student's interest and needs.
EDSP 50013 EDUCATING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES IN THE MAINSTREAM Methods,
techniques and classroom environments to help children with disabilities to
be more successful in regular and special education classrooms.
EDSP 50663 MOTIVATING AND MANAGING STUDENTS IN THE CLASSROOM Research-based
methods for creating positive classroom and school climates, organizing and
managing classrooms, improving instruction, dealing with classroom discipline
problems, and developing prosocial behaviors in children and youth.
EDSP 50970 SPECIAL PROBLEMS Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and
course instructor.
EDSP 60233 UNDERSTANDING EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN AND YOUTH AT-RISK Examination
of the diverse characteristics of children and youth with learning and behavior
problems and the impact of these characteristics on social and academic development.
EDSP 60313 EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Study of methods
and materials appropriate for use with exceptional children.
EDSP 60323 INTERNSHIP IN SPECIAL EDUCATION Prerequisites: EDSP 50013,
60233, or consent of instructor. Field experience under direct supervision
of a certified special education teacher in public or private school setting.
Minimum of 200 clock hours required.
EDSP 60433 ISSUES AND PRACTICES IN COLLABORATION A review of current
research and practices concerning the concept of shared responsibility among
educators, families, and schools to provide coordinated and inclusive educational
arrangements for all children and youth and to facilitate their success within
the least restrictive environment.
EDSP 60453 PRACTICUM IN EDUCATIONAL TESTING Prerequisite: Permission
of course instructor. Administration and interpretation of evaluative instruments
in education and/or guidance settings.
EDSP 60970 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION Prerequisite: Approval
of advisor and course instructor.
Secondary Education
*EDSE 50063 SEMINAR IN TEACHING GIFTED AND TALENTED CHILDREN Advanced
study of methods to identify, assess and teach exceptionally capable students.
Major emphasis is on developing skills and teaching methods. Other aspects cover
guidance counseling process, social/emotional needs, working with parents, and
model school-district programs.
*EDSE 50073 TEACHING THE STRUCTURE AND BENEFITS OF THE FREE ENTERPRISE SYSTEM
An examination and assessment of existing curricular and instructional materials
in the area of economic education, with an emphasis on integrating economics
into the social studies curriculum K-12.
EDSE 50013 INSTRUCTIONAL PLANNING Developing instructional strategies;
diagnosing and correcting learning difficulties; appraising pupil achievement;
organizing the classroom for learning; controlling misbehavior; justifying teacher
plans. Each student will schedule 10 hours for school observation.
*EDSE 50503 DEVELOPING COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES OF LINGUISTICALLY AND CULTURALLY
DIVERSE STUDENTS Prerequisites: SPAN 50433 (cross-listed under GERM 50033,
FREN 50033), or concurrent enrollment, or permission of instructor. Principles
and practices of first and second language acquisition as they relate to the
development of communication skills. Emphasis is placed on the interrelatedness
of language processing (reading, writing, speaking and listening) to facilitate
the learner's ability to construct meaning. Strategies to enhance social-communicative
and cognitive-academic language competence, and self-directed learning are addressed.
Assessment procedures appropriate to second-language learners are introduced.
*EDSE 50513 CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IN THE SECOND LANGUAGE LEARNING CLASSROOM
Prerequisites: EDSE 50503, or concurrent enrollment, or permission of instructor.
Curricular and instructional principles and practices to meet the academic
development needs of first and second language learners in the classroom. Emphasis
on strategies for providing content-area instruction and establishing learner-centered
environments within various ESL settings. Texas requirements for second language
learners are addressed.
EDSE 50970 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN SECONDARY EDUCATION Prerequisite: Approval
of advisor and course instructor.
EDSE 70970 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN SECONDARY EDUCATION Prerequisite: Approval
of advisor and course instructor.
*Cross listed with Elementary