In this course we will talk about what makes a good review for different purposes, how to conduct a rigorous and systematic review, how to analyze and synthesize research studies and how to write a coherent and compelling review. We will read about and talk through some of the ethical considerations involved in the process of writing and publishing a review. Another objective will be to help students prepare for the literature reviews that are part of their comprehensive exams, research proposals and dissertations.

Introduction to IRT models for analyzing polytomous and multidimensional data which are becoming popular in school, state, and national assessment programs. Prerequisites: EDUC 736

Doctoral level seminar is designed to examine a range of sociocultural theoretical perspectives on the study of language. Goals will be to develop familiarity with several perspectives, to consider their similarities and differences and their usefulness in researching language in educational settings, and to practice applying one or more in the analysis of language data.

This course is designed to provide a forum for TESI students and faculty to explore major issues in teacher education and school improvement. This will be done through the in-depth study of a current topic of concern in the field; presentations and analysis of TESI faculty's current scholarly work; and presentations and analysis of the scholarly work of TESI students. In addition, there will be on occasion presentations and analysis of the work of visiting scholars.

This course provides a conceptual, practical, and empirical foundation for SJE in college settings in four areas: advocacy and inclusion, diversity education, intergroup dialogue, and civic engagement.

This is an advanced Master?s level course designed for students who are at the end of their program of study. This course focuses on an integrative approach to Social Justice Education, blending theory and practice to help students demonstrate their understanding of applied social justice work both within schools and society.

This course is designed to provide graduate students with a broad and integrated understanding and advanced graduate-level knowledge in the biological bases that effect human behavior, emotions, development and learning. This course will facilitate a comprehensive understanding of physiological processes that influence perception, cognition, emotion, learning and motivation. Specifically, the course will introduce student to the structure and physiology of the brain, hormonal influences on behavior, affective bases of behavior, and roles of psychopharmacology.

Tying current research on science teaching/learning to a classroom practice, this course examines advanced teaching strategies, discusses equity issues, and makes connections between formal and informal learning.

Matrix algebra, linear models, profile analysis, analysis of multivariate experimental designs, discriminant, canonical, and components analysis. Prerequisite: EDUC 771

This seminar is for students interested in how to use multimodal media production to engage youth in literacy practices they will need for participating in future academic, civil, and social contexts.