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COUN 750C - Cross-Cultural Counseling: International Credits 1.5
Recommended prior coursework: COUN-724. This course involves a three-stage process. First, the encounter of diverse cultures, social classes, and models of Christian ministries in an international location. Second, the exchange of ideas, stereotypes and perceptions. Third, the embrace of cultures and ministries. This course is an intensive experience, combining site visits, community living, interviews, debriefing, group discussion, reading, journaling and integrative writing. It provides a rich context for self-examination and ministry preparation.
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COUN 750D - Cross-Cultural Counseling: San Francisco Credits 1.5
Recommended prior coursework: COUN-724. This course involves a three-stage process. First, the encounter of diverse cultures, social classes and models of Christian ministries in San Francisco, California. Second, the exchange of ideas, stereotypes and perceptions. Third, the embrace of cultures and ministries. This course is an intensive experience, combining site visits, community living, interviews, debriefing, group discussion, reading, journaling and integrative writing. It provides a rich context for self-examination and ministry preparation.
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COUN 751 - Counseling in Spanish Credits 0.5 - 1
Recommended prior coursework: COUN-720. Designed for people who speak Spanish and wish to provide counseling in Spanish. Addresses cultural norms, family systems and technical vocabulary needed when counseling in Spanish.
COUN-710 (Required, Previous).
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COUN 752 - Human Sexuality Credits 1 - 3
Explores personal and professional aspects of human sexuality relevant to counseling and pastoral ministry. Love, intimacy, gender, sexual identity and orientation, roles and disorders are discussed. Counseling, prevention, education and referral skills are developed.
COUN-721 (Required, Previous).
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COUN 753 - Cultural Psychology Credits 1.5
Focuses on psychological understandings of the person and psychotherapy from a cultural and community perspective. Traces the emergence of cultural and community psychology as an independent discipline from its roots in culture, society, philosophy, theology and the natural sciences.
May not be audited.
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COUN 754 - Group Counseling Credits 1 - 3
Familiarizes students with the theory and practice of group counseling, in both congregational and clinical settings. Various types of groups and levels of intervention are surveyed and students are expected to participate in a group counseling experience.
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COUN 755 - Contemporary Issues in Counseling Credits 1
This course covers a variety of contemporary issues in counseling such as chronic illness, wellness and recovery, case management, stigma, poverty, trauma, LGBT communities, as well as contemporary social and political issues. The course content includes methods of assessment and treatment of people living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). The portion of the course addressing human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) requires a minimum of seven hours, meeting the California Board of Behavioral Sciences requirement for continuing education in that area.
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COUN 756 - Grief Counseling Credits 1
This course covers models of grief processing and describes how grief is experienced differently by children and adults; it also promotes the importance of self-care and identifies basic forms of grief intervention.
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COUN 758 - Psychobiology/Psychopharmacology Credits 2
Designed for non-medical mental health and counseling professionals. Emphasizes the clinical use of psychopharmacologic agents, including their indications, expected benefits and adverse effects. Also considers their use in conjunction with, and in light of the known efficacy of nonpharmacologic interventions in the treatment of, mental disorders. The broader social context in which medications are prescribed will also be considered.
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COUN 759 - Psychobiology and Psychopharmacology Credits: 0.5
This course is intended for non-medical and counseling professionals. It provides a basic introduction to psychobiology and it explores the clinical use of psychopharmacologic agents, including their indications, expected benefits and adverse effects. It also reviews their use in conjunction with, and in light of, known efficacy of nonpharmacologic interventions in the treatment of mental disorders. The broader social context in which medications are prescribed as well as skills involved in working in multidisciplinary teams that include medical personnel are also explored.
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COUN 760 - Substance Abuse Credits 1
The role of family therapy in the treatment of substance abuse is considered along with the behavioral, cognitive and biological characteristics of substance abusers. Basic treatment issues and techniques are discussed, including but not limited to the wellness and recovery model, addiction, medical considerations, co-occurring disorders, legal considerations, at-risk populations, community resources and prevention. Course meets California BBS licensure requirements.
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COUN 764 - Trainee/Practicum Assessment Credits 0
Recommended prior coursework: 50 units. This assessment is a prerequisite to enter the practicum. It is intended to determine a student's academic, professional and personal readiness to begin counseling clients in a supervised setting. The potential trainees will meet with MFT faculty and onsite clinical supervisor(s) after successfully completing at least 18 hours in the program. The process is outlined in the MFT Student Handbook.
COUN-721, COUN-724, COUN-726, COUN-728, COUN-747, COUN-747L (Required, Previous).
Graded Credit/No Credit.
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COUN 765 - Counseling Sexual Addictions Credits 0.5 - 1
This course will acquaint students with a basic understanding of addiction, with the primary focus on sex addiction. Areas to be highlighted are: the brain, attachment trauma, co/contra dependence/addiction interaction, Carnes Addiction System and the theology of the 12-steps as the program for recovery.
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COUN 767 - Speaking the Unspeakable: Psychological and Theological Approaches to Trauma Credits 2 - 3
This course examines the psychological and theological factors involved in the human response to trauma. The course will cover a range of potentially traumatic events (natural disasters, terrorism, interpersonal violence, combat, etc.) Course participants will engage a range of psychological and spiritual approaches to trauma, including resources for treating individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder and other trauma-related difficulties, strategies for helping churches respond to individual and cooperate disasters and strategies for fostering resilience in individuals and families.
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COUN 770 - Ministry Discernment Credits 0
Ministry Discernment is a process designed to assist students with vocational direction, affirm ministry gifts, process his or her readiness for ministry and to discuss issues on which the student may desire guidance. The process includes preparation of a self-assessment document and a discernment meeting. It is normally held in the student's last year of study.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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COUN 786 - Topics Credits 1 – 4
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COUN 790 - Advanced Family Studies Credits 3
Designed to afford the advanced student the opportunity to integrate key themes of learning around a topic of interest. The main project of the course is to write and present one senior paper. Additional assignments include attendance at other presentations, reading seminar papers written by fellow students and critiquing papers written by fellow students. The size of the senior seminar paper requires careful planning and consultation with the instructors, who will also serve as chairs for presentation sessions.
BIB-760 AND COUN-734 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited.
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COUN 792 - Summer Practicum Credits 1
This course provides a supervised counseling experience with BBS-approved supervisor(s), group feedback, and evaluation. The practicum experience requires that the student apply classroom knowledge in interviewing, assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of individual and family dysfunction. Personal preparation, therapy, and self-reflection are emphasized. In addition to schedule course meeting times, students will spend a significant amount of time at off-campus agency placement settings, including time spent in agency-provided individual, triadic, and group supervision. Please see the current Practicum Manual for a specific breakdown of practicum hours. Students are expected to behave professionally and ethically and to comply with all site policies and procedures. Students will be responsible for obtaining all health clearances, vaccinations, background clearances, and malpractice insurance required by the off-campus agency to participate in this course. All clearances and insurance must be obtained at the student's expense. This course meets BBS requirements for acquisition of pre-degree licensure hours.
COUN-764 (Required, Previous).
Repeatable for credit. May not be audited.
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COUN 793A - Practicum I Credits 3
This course provides a supervised counseling experience with BBS-approved supervisor(s), group feedback, and evaluation. The practicum experience requires that the student apply classroom knowledge in interviewing, assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of individual and family dysfunction. Personal preparation, therapy, and self-reflection are emphasized. In addition to schedule course meeting times, students will spend a significant amount of time at off-campus agency placement sites, including time spent in agency-provided individual, triadic, and group supervision. Please see the current Practicum Manual for a specific breakdown of practicum hours. Students are expected to behave professionally and ethically and to comply with all site policies and procedures. Students will be responsible for obtaining all health clearances, vaccinations, background clearances, and malpractice insurance required by the off-campus agency to participate in this course. All clearances and insurance must be obtained at the student's expense. This course meets BBS requirements for acquisition of pre-degree licensure hours.
COUN-734, COUN-736, COUN-740, COUN-747, COUN-747L, COUN-764, COUN-762 or COUN-736L (Required, Previous).
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COUN 793B - Practicum II Credits 3
This course provides a supervised counseling experience with BBS-approved supervisor(s), group feedback, and evaluation. The practicum experience requires that the student apply classroom knowledge in interviewing, assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of individual and family dysfunction. Personal preparation, therapy, and self-reflection are emphasized. In addition to schedule course meeting times, students will spend a significant amount of time at off-campus agency placement sites, including time spent in agency-provided individual, triadic, and group supervision. Please see the current Practicum Manual for a specific breakdown of practicum hours. Students are expected to behave professionally and ethically and to comply with all site policies and procedures. Students will be responsible for obtaining all health clearances, vaccinations, background clearances, and malpractice insurance required by the off-campus agency to participate in this course. All clearances and insurance must be obtained at the student's expense. This course meets BBS requirements for acquisition of pre-degree licensure hours.
COUN-793A (Required, Previous).
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COUN 793C - Practicum III Credits 1 - 3
Additional units of practicum arranged for students who need more specified client contact hours to meet competency skill requirements or to fulfill AAMFT, or other state, provincial or international certification requirements.
COUN-793B (Required, Previous).
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COUN 799 - Thesis Credits 3 - 6
An in-depth study of a specifically defined topic. A thesis proposal must be approved by a faculty adviser and by the Academic Committee.
May not be audited.
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Educational Research |
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ED 779 - Values in School and Society Credits 3
This course focuses on a cultural, historical, philosophical and/or social analysis of schools and schooling as a basis for developing an understanding of the educator's role as a change agent and as a basis for personal and professional decision-making. The university's philosophy and values as expressed in the Fresno Pacific Idea and their implications for schools and society will provide one perspective for such analysis. When taken as part of the educational technology program, special emphasis will be given to technology issues in context to the topics of the course.
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EDRH 790 - Continuous Registration Credits 0
Students who do not complete EDRH-796 at the end of two semesters are required to register for continuous registration each semester until the project/thesis has been satisfactorily completed. Registration for EDRH-790 is equivalent to 1 unit of tuition.
May not be audited. Faculty consent required.
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EDRH 794 - Thesis Introduction and Literature Review Credits 3
This course is the initial course for students whose research will culminate in the completion of a master's thesis. Students will be involved in a supervised independent inquiry of study built upon a literature review. Along with the course instructor, students will work with an assigned thesis mentor who will guide and support the student through the development and writing of a literature review and the introductory chapter of the thesis.
May not be audited.
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EDRH 795 - Research Methods in Education Credits 3
A study in the nature of systematic inquiry, a survey of methods employed in research and an explanation of evaluation methodology, as well as the use of research and evaluation methods in actual school situations. Topics include identification of education research problems, use of library resources, data gathering and processing, and evaluation of research articles.
EDRH-794 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited.
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EDRH 796 - Thesis Completion Credits 1
This course is designed to assist students in the completion of their masters thesis. Students work alongside an assigned thesis mentor to finalize the (1) Institutional Review Board application, (2) collect and analyze data, (3) report findings, and (4) make recommendations. This is the final course leading to a Master of Arts degree.
EDRH-795 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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MSER 775 - Research Team Credits 1 - 2
Working in conjunction with the Research teams at the AIMS Center for Math and Science Education, the students in these courses will take part in the process of collecting, sorting, describing and analyzing data related to how children come to know various concepts in Mathematics or Science. Students will select, or have selected for them, a team with whom to focus their study time. It is expected that the research in which students engage will influence their own research for their thesis.
Repeatable for credit. May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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MSER 794 - Introduction and Literature Review Credits 3
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MSER 795 - Research Methods Credits 3
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Engineering Education |
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EGNE 700 - Engineering in the Classroom I: Content and Pedagogy Credits 2
This course will introduce K-8 teachers to the five construction forces and the six structural elements that form the core content of civil engineering. Each of the forces and structural elements will be explored through hands-on, grade-level appropriate teacher/student activities.
May not be audited.
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EGNE 705 - Engineering in the Classroom II: Content and Pedagogy Credits 2
This course introduces K-8 teachers to the fundamental forces and elements of mechanical engineering. Each of these forces and elements will be explored through hands-on, grade-level appropriate teacher/student activities.
May not be audited.
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History |
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HIST 712 - History of Christianity Credits 3
Study of the beginning and development of Christianity from apostolic times to the present. The aim of the course is to acquaint students with the church's history, confessions and heritage including key individuals and events in the development of Western Christianity.
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HIST 716 - The Evangelical Anabaptist Story Credits 3
This course provides an orientation to the historical experience, denominational identity and contemporary priorities and challenges of the Mennonite Brethren Church. The course begins with an historical exploration of the origins and development of the sixteenth-century Anabaptist movement, and the subsequent development of the Mennonite church within the wider context of Protestantism in Europe. Special attention is then given to the origin and growth of the Mennonite Brethren Church in Russia, North America, and its emergence as a global movement during the twentieth century. The historical survey will serve as the backdrop against which to interpret cultural, theological and sociological forces and factors that shaped Mennonite Brethren faith and life, theology, worship, ecclesiology and ethics.
May not be audited.
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HIST 718 - North American Religious History Credits 3
A study of the major developments and thought in North American church life from colonial times to the present. Special attention is given to the development of evangelicalism as an identifiable movement within North American religious life. Students are encouraged to pay special attention to their own denominational traditions as they function within the context of North American church life.
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HIST 722 - Women in the Christian Tradition Credits 2 - 3
Explores some of the ways that women have lived out their Christian faith. Using the arc of Christian history, students examine how women have served the church, expressed their faith and witnessed to the good news of Jesus. In doing that, students inevitably examine issues of power and authority, calling and giftedness, spirituality and theological perspective.
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HIST 724 - The Story of Radical Renewal Movements Through Church History Credits 3
Explores the history of Christianity from the ancient church to contemporary experience through the lens of renewal movements and seeks to identify implications for ministry in the 21st century.
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Individualized Master of Arts |
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IMA 788 - Independent Study Credits: 1
Faculty consent required. May not be audited. Repeatable for credit.
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Kinesiology |
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KIN 786 - Topics in Kinesiology Credits: 1
Repeatable for credit.
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Language Studies |
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IMA 701 - Introduction to Individualized Study Credits 2
This course consists of a combination of seminar and one-on-one experiences in which students beginning the Individualized Master of Arts Program (IMAP) will research, reflect and write on the field they intend to study. The course includes one or more seminars during the semester and culminates with the presentation of a paper to the program committee and the IMAP Council containing the proposal for the final program of study.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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IMA 797 - Continuous Registration Credits 0
Students who do not complete the project or thesis within the semesters they have registered are required to register for continuous registration each semester until the project/thesis has been satisfactorily completed. Registration for 797 is equivalent to 1 unit of tuition.
May not be audited.
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IMA 798 - Project/Thesis Proposal Credits 1
Involves completion of a proposal for the project or thesis. Instruction is tutorial and reviews procedures, along with development of a conceptual overview of the process of formulating and completing a thesis or project.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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IMA 799 - Project/Thesis-Individualized Master of Arts Credits 3
Supervised project or thesis in the field of the individualized study. Instruction is tutorial and will result in a completed project or thesis.
IMA-798 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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KIN 710 - Technology in Kinesiology Credits 3
An introduction to technology literacy, focusing on the effective use of technology in teaching and educational management. Students will investigate ways technology can enhance instruction and management for the setting in which they are interested and/or involved.
May not be audited.
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KIN 715 - Legal Aspects of Kinesiology and Sport Credits 3
Explores the law and how it impacts the field of kinesiology and sport. Examination of topics includes the American legal system, individual courses of action, legal issues commonly found within kinesiology and sport and fundamental risk- management strategies to reduce legal liability.
May not be audited.
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KIN 720 - Psychology of Sport Credits 3
This course offers the physical education teacher, athletic coach, other kinesiology professionals the opportunity to learn and apply correct, sound psychological dimensions of motivation, leadership, team unity, age-related issues and psychological skills training relative to the enhancement of athletic performance. The psychological aspect of injury and rehabilitation are also discussed.
May not be audited.
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KIN 725 - Program Design in Physical Education Credits 3
Fundamental principles and bases of curriculum construction for physical education programs in schools and non-school instructional settings.
May not be audited.
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KIN 730 - History and Philosophy in Kinesiology Credits 3
Historical and philosophical issues of kinesiology, physical education, coaching, athletics, and other emerging professions.
May not be audited.
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KIN 740 - Advanced Methods of Teaching Physical Education Credits 3
Advanced study of K-12, college and university physical education teaching methods.
May not be audited.
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KIN 745 - Assessment in Physical Education Credits 3
Advanced study of local, state and national standards-based assessment theories and practices. Reviews methods of collecting, analyzing and interpreting data. Develops an understanding of measurement and evaluation as it relates to physical education.
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KIN 771 - Research Methods in Kinesiology Credits 3
A study of the nature of systematic inquiry, a survey of methods employed in research and an explanation of evaluation methodology, as well as the use of research and evaluation methods in physical education, athletic training, sport administration and other discipline settings.
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KIN 777A - Issues in Kinesiology Credits 3
Trends and current issues within kinesiology, physical education, sport and other emerging professions are discussed.
May not be audited.
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KIN 777B - Field-Based Research Credits 3
This course brings the Master of Arts in kinesiology experience to a conclusion. Building on previous coursework, students will be expected to conduct a short research study at their work site or in their community. The student's work will include designing the study, collecting and analyzing data and writing up the results.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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KIN 779 - Values in Kinesiology and Sport Credits 3
This course is a study of physical education, athletic training, sport administration, sport and other kinesiology disciplines' philosophical definitions, values clarification, moral reasoning and moral actions that relate to physical education teachers, coaches, athletic trainers, sport administrators and spectators. The university's philosophy and values as expressed in the Fresno Pacific Idea and their implications for physical education, athletic training, sport administration and sport provides one perspective for such analysis.
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KIN 792A - Professional Standards in Physical Education I Credits 3
The student assembles a portfolio to demonstrate competency in Standards 1-3 for the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) National Standards for K-12 Physical Education, Core Responsibilities 1-4 for the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) National Standards for Sport Coaches, or Standards 1-4 for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Strength and Conditioning Professional Standards and Guidelines.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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KIN 792B - Professional Standards in Physical Education II Credits 3
The student assembles a portfolio to demonstrate competency in Standards 4-5 for the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) National Standards for K-12 Physical Education, Core Responsibilities 5-7 for the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) National Standards for Sport Coaches, or Standards 6-9 for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Strength and Conditioning Professional Standards and Guidelines.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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KIN 796 - Comprehensive Examination Credits 0
This course brings the Master of Arts in athletic training, Master of Arts in kinesiology, and Master of Arts in sport administration experience to a conclusion. Building on previous coursework, a comprehensive examination is administered to students to test their knowledge, comprehension, application and synthesis of the concepts and theories taught. This Comprehensive Examination may only be retaken one time.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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KIN 797 - Continuous Registration Credits 0
Students who do not complete the project or thesis within the semesters they have registered are required to register for continuous registration each semester until the project/thesis has been satisfactorily completed. Registration for 797 is equivalent to 1 unit of tuition.
Repeatable for credit. May not be audited.
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KIN 798 - Project/Thesis Proposal Credits 1
Involves completion of a proposal for the project/thesis. Instruction is tutorial and reviews procedures, along with development of a conceptual overview of the process of formulating and completing a project/thesis.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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KIN 799 - Project/Thesis-Physical Education Credits 3
Supervised project or thesis work in the field of physical education. Instruction is tutorial and will result in a completed project or thesis.
Kin-798 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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LANG 770 - English for Graduate Academic Purposes Credits 1
Recommendation: Take with another graduate or seminary course. At an advanced level, develops the process of graduate-level writing, revising and editing compositions, including logical development and organization of ideas; develops analytical and critical thinking skills by reading and responding to student's own writing; reinforces grammar skills through self-editing instruction in complex linguistic structures.
Repeatable for credit. May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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Language, Literature and Culture |
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LLC 700 - Reading Process and Practice Credits 3
This course is designed to help elementary and secondary teachers better understand the reading process. Topics include contrasting models of reading, acquisition of literacy, how to help struggling readers and current trends regarding reading in California.
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LLC 705 - Language Acquisition and Cross-Cultural Communication Credits 3
This course examines the development of oracy and literacy of first and second language learners, as well as the effects of social and cultural influences on language acquisition.
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LLC 708 - Issues in Literacy: Multilingual Learners Credits 3
Consideration of factors such as culture and language acquisition that affect the literacy development of English language learners.
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LLC 715 - Writing Process and Practice Credits 3
Exploration between reading and writing in primary, intermediate and secondary classrooms. Writing as a process is a major focus of the course. Teaching techniques that support early literacy development are discussed, as are practical strategies for developing a viable K-12 writing program.
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LLC 720 - Language Assessment and Evaluation Credits 3
This course is designed to help teachers develop skills in assessment of reading and make instructional decisions based on such assessment.
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LLC 726A - Practicum in TESOL Credits 1
Students observe in adult ESL classes and conduct case studies of adult second-language learners.
Take LLC-705 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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LLC 726B - Advanced Practicum in Tesol Credits 2
Students observe, plan lessons and participate in instruction in an adult ESL setting.
LLC-726A (Required, Previous).
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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LLC 728 - Literacy Practicum I: Assisting Struggling Readers Credits 2
Instruction of an individual or small group, either in the Fresno Pacific University reading/writing/language practicum or in an FPU supervising teacher's classroom.
LLC-700 & LLC-720 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited.
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LLC 731 - Literature Study in Classroom Credits 3
Designed for the teacher who is familiar with literature for children and young adults, this course provides students the opportunity to explore the theory and practice of incorporating literature study in the classroom.
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LLC 732 - Adolescent Literature Credits 3
Familiarizes students with literature written for adolescents and young adults. Students explore a variety of ways to promote reading in the secondary classroom.
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LLC 742 - Issues in Literacy: Reading, Writing with Adolescents Credits 2
Exploration of teaching techniques that help older students become strategic readers and writers in content areas, including analysis of text structure.
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LLC 750 - Introduction to Linguistics Credits 3
This course involves students in the study of grammatical competence in the areas of morphology, phonology and syntax. Students also apply knowledge of linguistics to teaching reading, spelling development, vocabulary and writing.
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LLC 752 - Linguistics for Teachers Credits 2
Exploration of insights from phonology and morphology that pertain to reading, spelling and vocabulary development. Designed for secondary teachers.
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LLC 760 - Literacy Practicum II: Advanced Literacy Credits 2
Instructional leaders support and supervise classroom teachers in a Fresno Pacific University reading/writing/language practicum.
LLC-700, LLC-720, & LLC-728 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited.
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LLC 762 - Literacy Development for Adult English Learners Credits 3
This course explores methodology designed to help adult English learners develop literacy. Course topics include the use of effective reading strategies and materials, a process approach to writing and appropriate grammar mini-lessons.
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LLC 765 - Research in Language, Literacy and Culture Credits 3
In a seminar setting, students read extensively to synthesize current theories in language, literacy and culture in order to further clarify their own theory of learning. Required coursework leads students to their own research and supports the writing of the thesis or research reports using an inquiry approach.
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LLC 767 - Current Trends in Language and Literacy Credits 3
This course is designed to bridge theory and practice. It consists of individual study carried out under the guidance of a faculty member. The participant selects a current trend or problem in reading/writing/language, explores recent literature in the topic and considers instructional implications of the findings.
May not be audited.
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LLC 769 - Seminar in Language and Literacy Credits 1
A visiting scholar leads students in the examination of critical issues in reading, writing, language theory and practice.
Repeatable for credit. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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LLC 786 - Topics in Language, Literacy and Culture Credits: 1
Repeatable for credit.
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LLC 795 - Research Methodology in Literacy Credits 3
This course is designed to critically examine current and historical methodologies in literacy in terms of theoretical frameworks, research methods and implications particularly as it pertains to classroom research. Students study the nature of systematic inquiry and survey qualitative methods for investigating issues in the field of literacy education. Students develop an action research approach to investigating an enduring problem of practice they face as classroom teachers. Course topics include a survey of issues related to qualitative research in education, the use of library resources, data gathering and processing, and evaluation of research articles. In preparation for embarking on their own research project, students writes a research proposal, including a literature review pertinent to their inquiry.
May not be audited.
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LLC 796A - Literacy Research Project I Credits: 2
This course will present teacher practitioner or action research methods as part of the lifetime learning of teachers, to devleop a teacher's stance towards his/her work in literacy. We will focus primarily on qualitative research methods, but will consider the kinds of work teachers must do with some of the quantitative measures of teaching and learning that dominate school reform movements. Candidates will develop their approach to inquiry as the beginning of the Action Research study they will design in LLC 795, including developing research questions, choosing methods of data gathering and analysis, and becoming familiar with relevant theories through developing a review of pertinent literature. Candidates will work in research group for support and collaboration.
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LLC 796B - Literacy Research Project II Credits 2
In LLC 796 candidates will finalize their culminating Action Research project, first requesting IRB approval for their human subject's work, working through the two semesters of the course with a mentor to resolve research problems and receive feedback and guidance. Building on the foundational research course, LLC 795, candidates will continue to examine action research as a form of self-reflective systematic inquiry by practitioners on their own practice to prepare them to do action research in schools. Additionally, this course strives to promote the development of professional community and candidates' recognition of their own expertise.
Take LLC-795 and LLC-796 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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LEAD 705 - Foundations of Strategic Leadership Credits 3
The course serves as the cornerstone of the leadership studies program. Explores interdisciplinary approaches and historical foundations of leadership theories. Includes both theoretical perspectives and personal introspection and provides for self-discovery of personal leadership strengths and areas of growth.
May not be audited.
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LEAD 707 - Organizational Behavior for Leaders Credits 3
Examines the various theories and perspectives as associated with leading individual followers and groups. Uses various methodologies and diagnostic tools to measure and understand the complexities of individual and group dynamics and their impacts on organizations.
May not be audited.
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LEAD 720 - Leadership Communication Credits 3
Examines the various communication approaches from a strategic leadership and marketing perspective. Also explores internal services to the organization, as well as the external services to the community and its stakeholders. Introduces the various levels (economic, managerial, operations and marketing) of strategic action an organization must take to fulfill its mission, vision and values.
May not be audited.
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LEAD 721 - Conflict, Collaboration and Negotiation Credits 3
An introduction to conflict, collaboration and negotiation. Includes basic theory and methods, as well as the opportunity to develop skills in such areas as listening, negotiating and mediating, through role playing. Prepares leaders to collaborate and manage conflict.
May not be audited.
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LEAD 722 - Leadership and Followership Development Credits 3
Explores leadership and human resources. Topics include: 1) current trends in human resources management and the legal environment; 2) talent management, workforce planning and staffing, recruitment and selection, outsourcing, virtual teams, and role identification; 3) employee motivation and performance management; 4) organizational/employee development strategies and succession planning; and 5)development and leadership of a learning culture that respects and values ethics, conflict, diversity and change.
May not be audited.
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LEAD 723 - Ethics and Sustainable Leadership Strategies Credits 3
Ethical perspectives, legal environment and organizational goals associated with sustainable principles are examined from a leadership and organizational perspective. Also examines the concept of stewardship of both human and natural environments.
May not be audited.
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LEAD 730 - Finance for Leaders Credits 3
Investigates the qualitative leadership dimensions for strategic planning and action an organization must pursue, emphasizing the effective management of risk that appropriate quantitative analysis can provide and the qualitative implications of quantitative decisions.
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LEAD 732 - Change and Transformation Strategies Credits 3
Presents approaches for leaders to facilitate change and transformation in organizations and communities with a focus on learning dialogue, appreciative inquiry and participatory action research. New avenues for strategic planning are examined.
May not be audited.
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LEAD 734 - Strategic Problem Solving Credits 3
Recommended prerequisites: satisfactory completion of prior courses. Bridging the gap between theoretical and practical understandings, this course brings research methods into dialogue. Students develop an understanding of various components of research. Students identify and develop an organizational research proposal.
May not be audited.
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LEAD 752 - Developing Proposals for Change Credits 3
Recommended prerequisites: satisfactory completion of prior courses. Presents models, ideas, theories and practice that are integral for successful systems change and transformation. Strategic planning and approaches by which leaders are able to facilitate change and transformation in organizations and communities are explored. Students focus on action research to develop a proposal for systems improvement.
May not be audited.
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LEAD 762 - Leadership Strategy, Innovation and Creativity Credits 3
Recommended prerequisites: satisfactory completion of prior courses. Investigates the importance of building organizational cultures that honor and foster diversity. Explores the newest dimensions and challenges of leadership that strengthen and extend leadership skills in rapidly changing and complex, diverse, multi-generational, multicultural and multi-dimensional systems. Examines leadership approaches and how strategic approaches must be modified to be effective in different organizational environments.
May not be audited.
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LEAD 766 - Leadership Capstone Project Credits 3
Recommended prerequisites: satisfactory completion of prior courses. To complete graduation requirements for Master of Arts in Leadership Studies, students must complete the requirements for this culminating experience of the program that applies academic and professional experiences. The development of a capstone project is done with the supervision of faculty and in collaboration with other students as co-learners.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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LEAD 786 - Topics in Leadership and Organizational Studies Credits: 1
Faculty consent required. Repeatable for credit.
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MTHE 701 - Core Mathematics I Credits 2.5
The course will introduce Algebra as generalized Arithmetic. Informal introduction of geometry through transformations along with an introduction to mathematical modeling will be emphasized.
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MTHE 702 - Core Mathematics II Credits 2.5
Building on the Arithmetic to Algebra understandings fostered in Core Math I, this course will emphasize the Algebraic structures that provide the infrastructure of the Real Numbers (Groups, Rings, and Fields). Modeling with mathematics will receive enhanced attention.
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MTHE 703 - Core Mathematics III Credits 2.5
The structure of the Rational, Real and Complex numbers will be linked through the concepts introduced in Core Math II. The informal concepts of geometry from transformations will be formalized to focus on transformations as algebraic functions that lead to the geometric concepts of congruence and similarity and their applications.
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MTHE 704 - Core Mathematics IV Credits 2.5
A more formal investigation into the Euclidean postulates leading to a few non-Euclidean geometries will be undertaken. Modeling exercises focused on Rates of Change, Accumulation, and the Normal Distribution will be emphasized.
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