2017-2018 Catalog 
    
    May 04, 2024  
2017-2018 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Course Descriptions

The following is a listing of courses and abridged descriptions of all Alliant International University courses available at the time of publication. Please note that the academic programs are under continuous review and evaluation. Therefore, courses may vary somewhat from those described on the following pages.

Note: Classes not found in the program description may not be taught on the campus where the student is attending. Check online course schedules for a list of classes available at each site in a given semester.

 
  
  • PSY9360 - Internship Supervision

    (3 units)
    This course provides supervision to students’ pre-doctoral degree internship experiences that include the combination of any two of the following components: clinical, teaching, scholarship, supervision, or policy and administration. This class is designed as a seminar where advanced CFT students are exposed to different professional functions that doctoral level professionals play and gain supervised experiences in these functions. Course must be taken twice.
  
  • PSY9388 - MFT Internship

    (3 units)
    This is a pre-doctoral degree 9- to 12- month internship where doctoral students accumulate advanced professional experiences in areas such as clinical practice, teaching, research, supervision, and policy and public administration.
    Prerequisites: All required doctoral courses. Approval of the CFT Clinical Training Coordinator
  
  • PSY9389 - Internship in MFT

    (0 units)
    This is a pre-doctoral degree 9- to 12- month internship where doctoral students accumulate advanced professional experiences in areas such as clinical practice, teaching, research, supervision, and policy and public administration.
  
  • PSY9421 - Consulting Psychology Internship: Individuals and Groups

    (3 units)
    Internship experience in Consulting Psychology emphasizing group and individual levels of assessment and intervention. Minimum 20- hours/week field placement in a corporate or governmental setting preferably under supervision of a licensed doctoral-level psychologist; required each semester of Consulting Psychology students who are enrolled in the third year of the Consulting Psychology doctoral program.
    Prerequisites: PSY7429, PSY7435 or Permission of Program Director
  
  • PSY9422 - Consulting Psychology Internship: Individuals and Groups

    (3 units)
    Internship experience in Consulting Psychology emphasizing systemwide levels of assessment and intervention. Minimum 20-hours/week field placement in a corporate or governmental setting, preferably under supervision of a licensed doctoral level psychologist; required each semester of Consulting Psychology students who are enrolled in the 4th year of the Consulting Psychology doctoral program.
    Prerequisites: PSY9421 or permission of the Program Director
  
  • PSY9500 - Advanced Clinical Elective

    (3 units)
    (Topics vary)

    1. Interventions with Adolescents Focus is on the systemic influences and context in which adolescents live and thrive, while attending to the individual changes and experiences occurring within the adolescent. Students learn how to evaluate adolescents and their families for treatment, how to decide on the most appropriate interventions and how to implement these interventions within the context of physical, emotional, social, cognitive, family, peer and school systems across these three stages: early, middle and late adolescence. This is an interactive and experiential course. Students are expected to participate in roleplays, practice interventions, provide supportive feedback to their classmates and be willing to explore, disclose and integrate their own experiences as an adolescent into what they learn in this course.
    2. Training and Supervision in Couple, Sex, and Family Therapy Highly experiential advanced course is designed to provide intensive, hands on training in couple and sex therapy. Students will have the opportunity to be in the role of therapist, supervisor, team consultant and family member. They will work with diverse couples with a variety of presenting problems. Students will be trained through videotape supervision as well as live supervision throughout the session. Students will learn to become competent therapists and they will also be taught the skills of live and videotape supervision. This advanced seminar will help you to sharpen the accuracy of your clinical lens and help you to maintain a well differentiated clinical stance. Important goals of this class are to: aid you in validating yourself, assist you in holding on to yourself and soothing your anxiety when working with difficult cases. Encourage students to look more closely themselves in their own families of origin.

  
  • PSY9503A - Supplemental Clinical Practicum

    (1 unit)
    Development of clinical competencies must continue throughout the student’s time in the training program.  This course enables 4th year students to continue to broaden their clinical experiences and refine their clinical skills as they await internship.
  
  • PSY9503B - Supplemental Clinical Practicum

    (1 unit)
    Development of clinical competencies must continue throughout the student’s time in the training program. This course enables 4th year students to continue to broaden their clinical experiences and refine their clinical skills as they await internship.
  
  • PSY9531 - Full-Time Pre Doctoral Internship in Clinical Psychology

    (11 units)
    Experience in a multidisciplinary mental health setting which meets California requirements for licensure. Forty hours per week, 2080 hours total. 
    Prerequisites: San Francisco PhD: All G2/G3 Practicum course work requirements, plus PSY7565, PSY 8535, PSY8536, and PSY 8551 and Advanced to candidacy.
    San Francisco PsyD: PSY8531, PSY8532, PSY8537 and PSY8538; advancement to candidacy and passing proposal orals
    Sacramento PsyD: passing grade in PSY9533 if taken prior to PSY9531
    Fresno PsyD: Advancement to candidacy, approval of faculty to apply to internship

    Must be enrolled in Clinical Program.
  
  • PSY9532 - Full-Time Pre Doctoral Internship in Clinical Psychology

    (11 units)
    Experience in a multidisciplinary mental health setting which meets California requirements for licensure. Forty hours per week, 2080 hours total. 
    Prerequisites: San Francisco PsyD: PSY8531, PSY8532, PSY8537 and PSY8538; advancement to candidacy and passing proposal orals
    Sacramento PsyD: passing grades in PSY9531 and, if taken first, PSY9533
    San Diego PhD: All G2/G3 Practicum course work requirements, plus PSY7565, PSY8535, PSY8536, and PSY8551 and Advanced to candidacy.

    Must be enrolled in Clinical Program.
  
  • PSY9533 - Full-Time Pre-Doctoral Internship in Clinical Psychology

    (8 units)
    Experience in a multidisciplinary mental health setting which meets California requirements for licensure. Forty hours per week, 2080 hours total. 
    Prerequisites: San Diego PhD: All G2/G3 Practicum course work requirements, plus PSY7565, PSY8535, PSY8536, and PSY8551 and advanced to candidacy.
    San Francisco PsyD: PSY8531, PSY8532, PSY8537 and PSY8538; advancement to candidacy and passing proposal orals
    Sacramento PsyD: passing grade in PSY9531 and PSY9532 if taken prior to PSY9533

    Must be enrolled in Clinical Program.
  
  • PSY9551 - Clinical Consultation Group

    (0 units)
    For local internship students during their first internship year. This course focuses on the development of clinical conceptualization skills in terms of three focal competencies: (1) understanding the person in the environmental and developmental context, (2) problem orientation, and (3) practice and science integration. Problem orientation refers to organizing, conceptualizing, evaluating, and intervening in terms of focal problems. Practice science integration competency refers to the ability to apply theory and research to case conceptualization. First year internship students are expected to focus on treatment relationships, treatment planning, and intervention according to the treatment plan. Formal case presentations are required.
    Prerequisites: PSY7551
  
  • PSY9552 - Clinical Consultation Group - Second Year

    (0 units)
    For local internship students during their second half-time internship. In addition to the competencies addressed in PSY8551, students also focus on evaluating treatment outcomes and modifying treatment plans accordingly.
    Prerequisites: PSY8551
    (San Diego)
  
  • PSY9556 - Professional Roles

    (3 units)
    This course facilitates the transition from a student role to one of a beginning professional. The course explores skills and knowledge needed by the PsyD and PhD professional psychologist including consultation, program development, teaching and administration. Professional issues (ethics, licensing, law, professional organizations) are also examined. A substantial part of the course is a practicum in supervision. Experiential exploration of self-concept as it relates to developing a professional identity is encouraged.
  
  • PSY9557 - Professional Roles

    (3 units)
    This course facilitates the transition from a student role to one of a beginning professional. The course explores skills and knowledge needed by the PsyD and PhD professional psychologist including consultation, program development, teaching and administration. Professional issues (ethics, licensing, law, professional organizations) are also examined. A substantial part of the course is a practicum in supervision. Experiential exploration of self concept as it relates to developing a professional identity is encouraged.
  
  • PSY9561 - Half-Time Predoctoral Internship

    (5 units)
    Two-Year half-time predoctoral internship in clinical psychology (5 units per semester x 6).  Minimum of 20 hours/week (minimum 1000 hours total each year) at an appropriate mental health setting designed to meet California Board of Psychology licensure requirements.
    Prerequisites: San Francisco PsyD: Advanced to candidacy
    San Diego PhD: All G2/G3 Practicum course work requirements, plus PSY7565, PSY8535, PSY8536, and PSY8551 and advanced to candidacy.

  
  • PSY9562 - Half-Time Predoctoral Internship

    (5 units)
    Two-Year half-time predoctoral internship in clinical psychology (5 units per semester x 6).  Minimum of 20 hours/week (minimum 1000 hours total each year) at an appropriate mental health setting designed to meet California Board of Psychology licensure requirements. 
    Prerequisites: San Francisco PsyD: Advanced to candidacy
    San Diego PhD: All G2/G3 Practicum course work requirements, plus PSY7565, PSY8535, PSY8536, and PSY8551 and advanced to candidacy.

  
  • PSY9563 - Half-Time Predoctoral Internship

    (5 units)
    Two-Year half-time predoctoral internship in clinical psychology (5 units per semester x 6).  Minimum of 20 hours/week (minimum 1000 hours total each year) at an appropriate mental health setting designed to meet California Board of Psychology licensure requirements.  
      
    Prerequisites: San Francisco PsyD: Advanced to candidacy
    San Diego PhD: All G2/G3 Practicum course work requirements, plus PSY7565, PSY8535, PSY8536, and PSY8551 and advanced to candidacy.

  
  • PSY9564 - Half-Time Predoctoral Internship

    (5 units)
    Two-Year half-time predoctoral internship in clinical psychology (5 units per semester x 6).  Minimum of 20 hours/week (minimum 1000 hours total each year) at an appropriate mental health setting designed to meet California Board of Psychology licensure requirements.  
      
    Prerequisites: San Francisco PsyD: Advanced to candidacy
    San Diego PhD: All G2/G3 Practicum course work requirements, plus PSY7565, PSY8535, PSY8536, and PSY8551 and advanced to candidacy.

  
  • PSY9565 - Half-Time Predoctoral Internship

    (5 units)
    Two-Year half-time predoctoral internship in clinical psychology (5 units per semester x 6).  Minimum of 20 hours/week (minimum 1000 hours total each year) at an appropriate mental health setting designed to meet California Board of Psychology licensure requirements. 
    Prerequisites: San Francisco PsyD: Advanced to candidacy
    San Diego PhD: All G2/G3 Practicum course work requirements, plus PSY7565, PSY8535, PSY8536, and PSY8551 and advanced to candidacy.

  
  • PSY9566 - Half-Time Predoctoral Internship

    (5 units)
    Two-Year half-time predoctoral internship in clinical psychology (5 units per semester x 6). Minimum of 20 hours/week (minimum 1000 hours total each year) at an appropriate mental health setting designed to meet California Board of Psychology licensure requirements. 
    Prerequisites: San Francisco PsyD: Advanced to candidacy
    San Diego PhD: All G2/G3 Practicum course work requirements, plus PSY7565, PSY8535, PSY8536, and PSY8551 and advanced to candidacy.

  
  • PSY9605 - Post Doctoral Clinical Training I

    (3 units)
    Practicum-level training for doctoral respecialization students in approved agency for 16 hours per week.
    Co-requisite: PSY7505
  
  • PSY9606 - Post Doctoral Clinical Training I

    (3 units)
     Practicum-level training for doctoral respecialization students in approved agency for 16 hours per week.
    Co-requisite: PSY7506
  
  • PSY9615 - Post Doctoral Clinical Training II

    (7.5 units)
    Internship-level training for doctoral respecialization students in approved agency for 20-24 hours per week.
    Co-requisite: PSY8531
  
  • PSY9616 - Post Doctoral Clinical Training II

    (7.5 units)
    Internship-level training for doctoral respecialization students in approved agency for 20-24 hours per week.
    Co-requisite: PSY8532
  
  • PSY9625 - Post Doctoral Clinical Training III

    (7.5 units)
    Internship-level training for doctoral respecialization students in approved agency for 40 hours per week.
  
  • PSY9626 - Post Doctoral Clinical Training III

    (7.5 units)
    Internship-level training for doctoral respecialization students in approved agency for 40 hours per week.
  
  • PSY9901 - MFT Dissertation

    (3 units)
    This course involves working one-on-one with the dissertation chair to complete the dissertation. The course must be taken from the dissertation chair.
    Prerequisites: Successful completion of the MFT Doctoral Exam
  
  • PSY9925 - Ph.D. Doctoral Dissertation

    (1 to 7 units)
    Required of fourth year PhD students. Planning, designing and carrying out a dissertation proposal.
  
  • PSY9926 - PhD Doctoral Dissertation

    (1 to 7 units)
    Required of fourth year PhD students. Planning, designing and carrying out a dissertation proposal.
  
  • PSY9927 - Research Seminar (4th Year)

    (1 unit)
    Required research course for fourth year PhD students. Goal of the year is the formation of a dissertation committee, completion of the dissertation proposal, and securing IRB approval. 
    Prerequisites: San Francisco PhD: PSY7013/7014
    Co-requisite: Concurrent registration in PSY8990 (San Diego)
    See PSY 6016 for further information on research seminars.
  
  • PSY9928 - Research Seminar (4th Year)

    (1 unit)
    Required research course for fourth year PhD students. Goal of the year is the formation of a dissertation committee, completion of the dissertation proposal, and securing IRB approval.
    Prerequisites: San Francisco PhD: PSY7013/7014
    Co-requisite: concurrent registration in PSY8990 (San Diego)
    See PSY 6016 for further information on research seminars.
  
  • PSY9940 - Dissertation/Doctoral Project Supervision

    (1 unit)
    Summer dissertation supervision. Does not count towards total required units necessary to complete a degree. Approval of Committee Chair.
  
  • PSY9945 - PsyD Dissertation Extension (Concurrent with Internship)

    (1 unit)
    Does not count towards total required units necessary to complete a degree.
  
  • PSY9955 - PhD Dissertation Extension (Concurrent with Internship)

    (1 unit)
    Does not count towards total required units necessary to complete a degree.
  
  • PSY9980 - MFT Dissertation Extension

    (3 units)
    Students enroll in this course only in the semester when they will defend their dissertation. Fall and Spring registration only.
    Prerequisites: PSY9901
  
  • PSY9985 - PsyD Clinical Dissertation Extension

    (3 units)
    Dissertation research beyond the fourth year. May be repeated for credit. Registration is required each semester for any student who has completed all coursework but has yet to finish the clinical dissertation. Special approval required for each semester after the fifth year in the program. Does not count towards total required units necessary to complete a degree.
  
  • PSY9995 - PhD Clinical Doctoral Dissertation Extension

    (3 units)
    Extension of dissertation research beyond the fourth year. May be repeated for credit. Registration is required each semester for any student who has completed all coursework but who has yet to finish the dissertation. Special approval required for each year of extension after the sixth year in the program. Does not count towards total required units necessary to complete a degree.
  
  • SEN4900 - Senior Experience: Project

    (3 units)
    Extended individual research or project under the direction of a faculty member and approved by the program director or dean. Projects may include library or empirical research, analysis and written or oral presentation of a report on a topic in the student’s major field.
    Prerequisites: Students must be seniors
  
  • SEN4901 - Senior Experience: Project II

    (3 units)
    Extended individual research or project under the direction of a faculty member. Projects may include library or empirical research, analysis and written or oral presentation of a report on a topic in the student’s major field.
    Prerequisites: Students must be seniors.
  
  • SOC2201 - Introduction to Sociology

    (3 units)
    Dynamics of group life, social process, and social organization; social institutions and systems (family, education, economics, politics, religion, health); fundamental theoretical concepts underlying sociology, their use in organizing and elucidating data on social phenomena, and relationship to contemporary social issues and problems. The course analyzes social categories of race, gender, class, sexuality and ability and their impact on social relationships and dynamics.
  
  • SOC2202 - Power, Privilege and Social Difference

    (3 units)
    Examines the processes and conditions that produce the systems of differences and privilege shaping our lived experiences. Critically analyzes the prevailing cultural ideologies surrounding class, race, gender, sexuality, and ability. Emphasizes awareness, respect, justice and resolution.
  
  • SPN1000 - Beginning Spanish I

    (3 units)
    First course in a sequential series; study basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing; course conducted in Spanish.
  
  • SPN1000A - Beginning Spanish I

    (1.5 units)
    First course in a sequential series; study basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing; course conducted in Spanish.
    Course not open to native speakers of Spanish or to students with more than one year of high school Spanish unless courses completed more than five years ago.
  
  • SPN1000B - Beginning Spanish II

    (1.5 units)
    First course in a sequential series; study basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing; course conducted in Spanish.
    Course not open to native speakers of Spanish or to students with more than one year of high school Spanish unless courses completed more than five years ago.
  
  • SPN1001 - Beginning Spanish II

    (3 units)
    SPN1001 is the second semester of Spanish and a continuation of SPN1000. In this course emphasis will be on communication in Spanish including speaking, writing, reading and oral comprehension.
    Prerequisites: SPN1000
  
  • SPN1001A - Beginning Spanish III

    (1.5 units)
    A course in a sequential series; basic language skills continued.
    Course not open to native speakers of Spanish or to students with more than two years of high school Spanish unless courses completed more than five years ago.
  
  • SPN1001B - Beginning Spanish IV

    (1.5 units)
    A course in a sequential series; basic language skills continued.
    Course not open to native speakers of Spanish or to students with more than two years of high school Spanish unless courses completed more than five years ago.
  
  • TCH7621 - Critical Thinking for Teaching and Learning

    (3 units)
    This course covers the integration of critical thinking into the curriculum as it relates to frameworks, standards, and best practices in the field. Students will gain firsthand experience of the critical thinking theory and then design lessons and technology based on their use. The student will develop expertise in the field of critical thinking in teaching and learning.
  
  • TCH7625 - Transforming Urban Public Schools

    (3 units)
    Transforming Urban Public Schools provides an in-depth study of systemic reform in urban public schooling. The primary focus is to understand the conflicts, challenges, and problems affecting urban public schools in the US and in an international context and explore possible solutions and implementation strategies. The course includes the opinions, experiences, and research-based planning, development, and implementation activities employed by teachers, leaders, schools and districts in urban environments. In addition, the impact of neighborhood communities and local state (U.S.) and Federal governmental agencies on urban schools is addressed.
  
  • TCH7640 - New Models of Instruction and Learning

    (3 units)
    This course provides an in-depth look at different instructional models, methods, and strategies with information regarding research related to each approach. We will also look at different theories of learning and how theory influences teaching. Recurring themes in this course include the diversity of our learners, ways of enhancing learner motivation, the need for assessment as an integral part of the teaching-learning process, and the use of technology for increasing learning.
  
  • TCH7660 - Methods of Assessment

    (3 units)
    This course introduces classroom teachers to their day-to-day classroom assessment responsibilities. The priority is on the use of assessment to promote student well-being in a standards-driven school. Keeping the student in the middle of the process through student-directed parent-teacher conferences, stating learning targets in student-accessible terms, and cultivating the students’ academic self-efficacy are all addressed, as well as traditional assessment tools such as report cards and standardized state exams.
  
  • TCH7680 - Current Issues in School Environment

    (3 units)
    This course focuses on compelling issues in today’s schools such as violence and conflict management and resolution; ethics, behavior and self-worth; technology and social behavior; and assessment and accountability. Students will be able to utilize appropriate strategies and develop curriculum that address these issues.
  
  • TCH7685 - Research/Seminar

    (3 units)
    This course is a survey of research methodology applicable to school data-driven environments and technology applications in research. This course is designed to enhance student comprehension of educational research literature. You will become familiar with distinct research methodologies and their applicability to educational research. Additionally, you will learn how to locate, understand and evaluate educational research literature to inform and delineate a topic of interest that is suitable for completing the capstone project for the Master of Arts degree.
  
  • TCH7690 - Practicum/Curriculum Project

    (3 units)
    This course is a guided Practicum project involving inquiry and application of knowledge & skills derived from program coursework to solve a classroom-teaching problem. The knowledge and skills gained will be demonstrated through the process of applying to submit an academic paper to a professional education related conference. The process will include submission of a proposal or abstract, submission of a professional paper, and preparation of a conference presentation.
  
  • TEL7170 - Technology in the Curriculum

    (3 units)
    Beginning teachers use appropriate educational technologies to deepen teaching and learning to provide students with opportunities to participate in a digital society and economy. Beginning teachers use established learning goals and students’ assessed needs to frame the choices of digital tools and instructional applications consistent with standards of the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) and the International Association for K-12 Online Learning (iNACOL).
  
  • TEL8175 - Integrative Technology Systems in Higher Education

    (3 units)
    This course covers the integration of technology into the curriculum and programming at the college level. The focus is on constructivist uses of technology, assistive technology, new methods of communications, technology for online instruction, training faculty, staff, and students, and emerging technologies and future trends. Technology as a research and knowledge acquisition tool is explored and applied.
  
  • TES3020 - Theory and Method of Teaching English Learners

    (3 units)
    This courses focuses on theories of first and second language acquisition and their application across different age and developmental levels, and cultural and linguistic groups. The course explores current models and practices for developing bilingualism and communicative and academic competencies.
  
  • TES4010 - Development of Oral and Written Literacies of English Learners

    (3 units)
    This course addresses specific approaches and techniques to teach and assess listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills of English learners. Candidates will develop instructional units that teach, practice, and assess all skill areas at various age and proficiency levels.
  
  • TES4020 - Teaching English to Young Learners

    (3 units)
    This course addresses the particular needs of young learners as they develop their first and second language skills. It focuses on developing an understanding of theories and practices related to dual language acquisition at younger ages. This course also provides observations and practice in developing materials and instruction suitable for the teaching and assessment of young English learners.
  
  • TES7040 - Development of Cross-Cultural Competencies

    (3 units)
    Influence of culture and society on educational systems, communities and workplaces. Focus on the nature and manifestation of culture, cultural contact and cultural diversity in California, the U.S. and other global settings. Investigation of values, behaviors and beliefs of cultural groups. Development of multicultural and cross-cultural communication skills. Examination of comparative case studies.
  
  • TES7410 - Theory and Method of Second Language Teaching

    (3 units)
    Study of theories and methods of English language teaching. Explores psychological, socio-cultural, political and pedagogical factors of first and second language development and related learning theories.
  
  • TES7420 - Principles of Linguistics

    (3 units)
    Investigation of the nature, organization and function of human language. Focuses on the different components of language structure-phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics.
  
  • TES7430 - Techniques of Teaching Reading and Writing to Second Language Learners

    (3 units)
    Exploration of techniques and approaches for teaching reading and writing to second language learners. Provides experience in designing curriculum, creating materials and developing evaluation instruments for assessing reading and writing skills of second language learners.
  
  • TES7440 - Techniques of Teaching Listening and Speaking to Second Language Learners

    (3 units)
    Examination of theories and approaches for teaching listening and speaking to second language learners. Focuses on successful classroom strategies, development of lessons and assessment tools, creation of materials and design of instructional units.
  
  • TES7450 - Introduction to Psycholinguistics and Sociolinguistics

    (3 units)
    Overview of psycholinguistics and sociolinguistics. Examination of the relationship between the brain and language and study of first and second language acquisition to develop understanding of language storage, processing and development. Sociolinguistic topics include language variation, dialectology, language planning and policy and bilingualism and multilingualism.
  
  • TES7460 - English Grammar for ESL and EFL Teachers

    (3 units)
    Study of English grammar rules and their application in the ESL and EFL classroom. Focuses on teaching of grammar within the context of student writing and speaking. Examines parts of speech and functions in English sentences, verb tense-aspect system, sentence patterns, sentence types and troublesome aspects of English grammar.
  
  • TES7465 - Curriculum Design and Assessment

    (3 units)
    Curriculum Design and Assessment presents an overview of the fundamental concepts of curriculum design, implementation, and assessment. This course focuses on developing courses, designing assessment measures, and evaluating course effectiveness. Students acquire the knowledge of the components of curriculum design and the learning theory that supports them and develop the skills needed for their implementation in the classroom.
  
  • TES7470 - Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)

    (3 units)
    This course focuses on methods and strategies needed to teach English in a non-native English speaking environment. Students will develop knowledge and skills in designing curriculum and materials, developing instructional techniques and employing classroom management strategies that are appropriate for EFL settings.
  
  • TES7475 - Topics in TESOL Research and Pedagogy

    (3 units)
    Independent investigation of a current topic in TESOL research and/or teaching. Project proposal is required prior to enrollment in class.
  
  • TES7480 - Technology and Teaching English Learners

    (3 units)
    This course focuses on utilizing technology to support the teaching and learning of English learners. Technology application is presented in context of second language learning theories and classroom practice.
  
  • TES7485 - Research Methods and Seminar

    (3 units)
    This course prepares students to be critical consumers of research literature in preparation for the practicum project and as TESOL professionals. The two principle components of the course are an overview of qualitative and quantitative research design and an analysis of professional writing. Students read and evaluate journal articles in TESOL, become familiar with library and on-line research strategies, design an original research project and review and practice the structure and rules of academic writing.
  
  • TES7490 - TESOL Practicum Project

    (3 units)
    An applied research project in which students synthesize concepts from learning theories and methodologies presented in their coursework and apply them to specific teaching situations. Students complete one of three general types of projects: curriculum development, original research, or an extended classroom observation and reflective journal. Includes oral presentation of portfolio developed throughout program.
  
  • TES7490A - TESOL Practicum Project

    (1.5 units)
    An applied research project in which students synthesize concepts from learning theories and methodologies presented in their coursework and apply them to specific teaching situations. Students complete one of three general types of projects: curriculum development, original research, or an extended classroom observation and reflective journal. Includes oral presentation of portfolio developed throughout program.
  
  • TES7490B - TESOL Practicum Project

    (1.5 units)
    An applied research project in which students synthesize concepts from learning theories and methodologies presented in their coursework and apply them to specific teaching situations. Students complete one of three general types of projects: curriculum development, original research, or an extended classroom observation and reflective journal. Includes oral presentation of portfolio developed throughout program.
  
  • TES8410 - TESOL Theory and Methodology

    (3 units)
    Examination of selected issues in theory and practice of second language teaching. Critical analysis of current research with focus on pedagogical implications.
    Prerequisites: TES 7410
  
  • TES8420 - Research in Second Language Acquisition and Applied Linguistics

    (3 units)
    Critical analysis of research in second language acquisition (SLA) with an emphasis on the linguistic, psychological and sociological dimensions of SLA, bilingualism, interlanguage and language transfer. Students are guided through the research process by designing and conducting original investigative projects and presenting results.
  
  • TES8430 - Technology and Second Language Teaching

    (3 units)
    Exploration of the role of technology in second language teaching. This course examines attributes of effective technology-enhanced language learning environments and their relationship to second language acquisition theories and constructs. Focus on research and best practices for using technology to support second language teaching and ESL/EFL teaching training.
  
  • TES8441 - Design, Development and Evaluation of Programs for Second Language Learners

    (3 units)
    Students develop competencies in program and curriculum development and evaluation. Emphasis on needs analysis, program goals and objectives, materials development and adaptation, staff development, testing and assessment and implementation of technology into the curriculum. Students research, design and evaluate second language learning programs in a variety of educational programs.
    Prerequisites: EDU 7431
  
  • TES8445 - TESOL Field Project

    (3 units)
    Students conduct an independent field-based research study or project in an area of special interest. Project proposal is required prior to enrollment in course.
  
  • TES8451 - Cultural, Social and Political Issues of Second Language Teaching

    (3 units)
    Examination of impact of cultural, social and political issues on second language teaching. Focus on gender, race and ethnicity, language planning, language equity, refugee concerns, environmental issues and legislative and governmental policies.
  
  • TES8460 - Sociolinguistics

    (3 units)
    Introduction to the theories and principles of sociolinguistic studies. Examination of the relationship between social, cultural and linguistic factors that determine language use and language variation in society. The course focuses on variation, language contact, speech communities, dialects, gender and social class, code- witching and code-mixing, bi/multilingualism, ethnography of communication and educational sociolinguistic methodology. Students gain experience with the research process by developing and conducting their own studies and reporting the findings.
  
  • TES8470 - Psycholinguistics and Second Language Learning and Teaching

    (3 units)
    This course provides advanced study in theory and research in psycholinguistics. Topics include neurolinguistics, the production and comprehension of oral speech, first language acquisition, the reading process and the psycholinguistics of bilingualism. Students gain hands-on experience with various research paradigms.
  
  • TES8480 - Seminar: Current Topics in TESOL

    (3 units)
    This course offers an in-depth exploration of particular current topics in TESOL research and pedagogy.
  
  • TES8490 - Advanced Linguistics for TESOL

    (3 units)
    An in-depth examination of the concepts, theories and research in the major areas of theoretical linguistics: phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics and how they relate to teaching English as a second language. Students apply these linguistic constructs and use linguistic research methods to solve problems and develop a curriculum project.
 

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