Atlanta Campus Catalog 2011-2012 - Mercer University

and assessment. Attention given to the educational assessment methods and proceduresused in decision making and program planning for all students. Investigation of theaspects of the assessment process as it reflects commitment to professional integrity,intellectual stamina, social justice, and responsible stewardship of children.EDCI 826. Changing Views of Learner Assessment(3 hours)This course is designed to provide doctoral level candidates with the foundation for understandingthe intricacies of student assessment. This course will focus on the educationalassessment methods and procedures used in local, state, national, and international settings.For the purpose of decision making and program planning for students across abilitylevels, including those with learning needs and/or those from culturally or linguisticallydiverse backgrounds, students will investigate the aspects of the assessment processas it reflects commitment to professional integrity, intellectual stamina, social justice, andstewardship.EDCI 827. Changing Views of Assessment(3 hours)of Adolescent LearnersA study of the intricacies of the assessment process and the nexus between curriculumand assessment. Attention given to the educational assessment methods and proceduresused in decision making and program planning for all students. Investigation of theaspects of the assessment process as it reflects commitment to professional integrity,intellectual stamina, social justice, and responsible stewardship of adolescents.EDCI 835. Curriculum Theory(3 hours)A study of the theoretical underpinnings of curriculum and influential curriculum theorists.Includes examination of the theoretical constructs of curriculum as a body of knowledgeto be transmitted, as product, as process, and as praxis.EDCI 837. Doctoral Seminar Three(2 hours)The candidate will demonstrate an understanding of the dissertation process by demonstratingan ability to follow APA guidelines; demonstrating an understanding of the IRBapplication process; identifying the components of a prospectus; and, writing a preprospectus.Graded S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory)EDCI 839. Instructional Theory and Practice(3 hours)An in-depth exploration of the art and science of teaching. A study of how teachingmethodology has developed from different historical moments and philosophical schoolsof thought, broadly conceived of as the transmission, constructivist, liberatory, and postliberatoryschools of thought. Specific attention is given to the work of a variety of educationaltheorists to understand teaching practices in schools.EDCI 841. Curriculum Evaluation and Design(3 hours)A study of curriculum assessment and evaluation principles, processes, approaches, andmodels, with a focus on the resulting impact on curriculum design and modification at theclassroom, school, system, state, and national levels. The influence of societal trends willbe examined.EDCI 843. Doctoral Seminar Four(2 hours)The candidate will demonstrate an understanding of the dissertation process and readinessby completing his or her Comprehensive Examinations. Expertise in the use of APAguidelines will be demonstrated in the writing of the comprehensive exams. Graded S(Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory)EDCI 845. Curricular & Instructional Technology(3 hours)Addresses the needs of future scholars in the area of instructional technology.TIFT COLLEGE OF EDUCATION / 213