08-09 Graduate Catalog/w pics - University of Louisiana at Monroe

GRADUATE COURSES 153
561. NEUROPSYCHOLOGY. 3 cr. Anatomical and physiological substrates of behavior.
571. BASIC PSYCHOTHERAPY. 2 cr. Theories and principles of psychodynamics and techniques
employed in changing individual behavior. Prerequisite: Approval of Department Head.
582. PSYCHO-EDUCATIONAL DIAGNOSIS AND INTERVENTION. 3 cr. Interpretation of individual
and group educational tests with implications for the development of individual education
programs and other intervention techniques. Prerequisite: 509 or 511 and Approval of
Department Head.
588. TOPICS IN SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY. 3 cr. Maximum, 6 cr. Topics may not be repeated for
credit. Issues relative to the delivery of psychological services. Specific topics to include: A.
Historical/Legal/Procedural Issues, B. Consultation/Diagnosis/Interventions. Prerequisite:
Approval of Department Head.
591. PRACTICUM IN PSYCHOLOGY. 1-6 cr. Maximum, 6 cr. Supervised experience in various
fields of psychology. Prerequisite: Approval of Department Head.
592. INTERNSHIP IN PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES. 3-6 cr. Maximum, 12 cr. Students are placed
in approved institutional settings where they work full time. Prerequisite: Approval of Department
Head.
597. INDEPENDENT RESEARCH. 3-6 cr. Design, execution, and manuscript preparation of
research suitable for submission for publication in a specified professional journal. Prerequisite:
Approval of Department Head.
599. THESIS. 1-6 cr. Grades of CR (Credit) or NC (No Credit) will be awarded.
READING
(READ)
For Undergraduates and Graduates
418. READING IN THE CONTENT AREA. 3 cr. A study of the methods, materials, and practices
which contribute to making an effective application of reading skills in the subject matter areas.
A. For Secondary Teachers; B. For Elementary Teachers. Prerequisite: Approval of Instructor.
For graduate credit, a valid Louisiana teaching certificate or equivalent or written permission
from Certification Coordinator.
For Graduates Only
501. TEACHING READING TO STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. 3 cr. Designed to study
students’ special instructional needs in reading. The aspects of identification, diagnosis of
reading needs, specialized methods of instruction, appropriate materials and modifications in
reading are considered. Prerequisite: Valid Louisiana teaching certificate or equivalent or written
permission from Certification Coordinator. (Same as SPED 501).
502. BALANCED READING INSTRUCTION. 3 cr. Integration of reading, writing, speaking, and
listening strategies to teach children to read with fluency and comprehension and to expand
reading abilities. Prerequisite: Valid Louisiana teaching certificate or equivalent or written
permission from Certification Coordinator.
507. PRACTICUM IN READING. 3 cr. Clinical/laboratory experience in diagnosing and correcting
reading difficulties. Credit or registration in 525. Prerequisite: Approval of Director of Field
Experiences. Must meet all other eligibility requirements for Louisiana Teaching Certificate in
field of study to earn graduate credit and grade.
508. CURRICULUM AND SUPERVISION IN READING. 3 cr. Selecting and planning a sound
reading curriculum; understanding the functions and duties of the reading supervisor.
Prerequisite: Valid Louisiana teaching certificate or equivalent or written permission from
Certification Coordinator.
509. SELECTED TOPICS IN READING. 3 cr. Maximum, 12 cr. Workshop in Reading covering
current topics relevant to the reading teacher. A. Organizational Patterns; B. Methods and
Materials; C. Word Identification Techniques; D. Comprehension Skills; E. Diagnosis and
Evaluation.
518. CRITICAL THEORIES AND CHILDREN’S YOUNG ADULT LITERATURE IN THE
CLASSROOM. 3 cr. Investigation in writings for children and young adults with emphasis on
broad application in teaching. Prerequisite: Valid Louisiana teaching certificate or equivalent or
written permission from Certification Coordinator. (Same as Elementary Education 518.)
525. DIAGNOSIS AND CORRECTION OF READING DIFFICULTIES. 3 cr. Use of diagnostic tests;
methods used in diagnosing and correcting reading difficulties. Prerequisite: Valid Louisiana
teaching certificate or equivalent or written permission from Certification Coordinator.