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EDTC 670 Integrative Capstone Project (3)(Formerly OMED 680. Recommended as the final course in theprogram.) Prerequisite: Completion of at least 27 credits of EDTCor OMED coursework. A self-directed project, in which teacherscollaborate with colleagues within or across grade levels or departmentsto incorporate innovations into the curricula. Throughoutthe seminar, a portfolio is built to demonstrate the development,implementation, and outcomes of the project. This capstone experienceprovides teachers the opportunity to apply previous knowledgeand skills gained from other courses in the program.EDTL (Education: Teaching andLeadership)EDTL 610 Foundations of Technology for Teaching, Learning,and Leadership (6)(Formerly EDTC 600 and 605.) An introduction to the integrationof technology in the schools, focusing on how instructionaltechnology and digital information affect and advance K–12 teaching,learning, and leadership. Topics include principles of integratingtechnology to strengthen standards-based curricula, instruction,and assessment; selection of software and other technological materials;uses of technology for collaboration with school-related audiences;issues of digital equity, safety, and ethics; strategies for usingdigital technology with special needs populations; and the use andevaluation of electronic information resources, including subjectspecificlibrary databases and educational resources on the WorldWide Web.EDTL 620 Using Technology for InstructionalImprovement in the K-12 Schools (3)(Formerly EDTC 615 and 625.) Prerequisite: EDTC 610. Theapplication of educational theory and technology to the learningenvironments typically found in school districts and other learningcontexts. Research on technologies that are employed for teaching,learning, and administrative tasks is explored. Hardware, software,networking, and other tools are examined, employing design issuesthat are strategic in assessing and advancing K–12 student learning.Topics include blogs, wikis, and social networking; computer operatingsystems; subject-specific and cross-disciplinary technologyhardware and software; and the use of technology to meet the specialneeds of students.EDTP (Education: Teacher Preparation)EDTP 615 Alternative Teacher Preparation Program (6)(Formerly RTCP 615.) A foundation in education principlesdesigned as preparation for certification to teach in Maryland.Topics include teaching in the contemporary school; humandevelopment, learning, and diversity; curriculum, instruction,and assessment; teaching in the subject area; and synthesis andapplication.EMBA (Business Administration—Executive)EMBA 610 Leadership for Global Operations (6)(Formerly XMBA 602.) An exploration of leaders’ roles andresponsibilities in the global marketplace, with an emphasis on personalleadership development. A systematic framework is employedto examine leader, follower, and situational factors that are importantfor modern organizations. Topics include leader personalitytraits, behaviors, styles, and values; cultural competence; motivationtheories and practices; teams; goal-setting, decision, and contingencytheories of leadership; leadership of change and innovation;and transformational leadership.EMBA 620 Strategy in the Global Environment (6)(Formerly XMBA 601.) Prerequisite: EMBA 610. A study of thedynamic forces driving globalization, how they are shaping competition,and the critical role of strategy in the success of enterpriseoperations and governance. Tools for assessing the global logic ofindustries, how they are evolving under globalization and ongoingtechnological innovation, and what this means for their competitivestructure are provided. Topics include changes occurring in internationaltrade and financial systems, the effect of country andregional diversity on competition, and market capitalism.EMBA 630 The Economics of Strategic Decision Making (6)(Formerly XMBA 605.) Prerequisite: EMBA 620. An examinationof the process of managerial decision making in a broadly strategicframework. Discussion covers the dynamics of individual and collaborativedecision making, especially in the context of financialdecisions. Focus is on decision making as it relates to corporate governanceand major corporate restructuring such as mergers, acquisitions,and downsizing. The strategic effectiveness of managerialdecision making is evaluated through organizational performancemeasures, based on the development of financial and nonfinancialmetrics, scorecards, and dashboards.www.umuc.edu/grad 85