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HED - Higher Education

HED 516 Foundations for Social Justice

Examination of social justice perspectives and their application to complex relationships found in and around institutions of learning. Prerequisites: 56 credit hours or graduate standing.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

56 credit hours or graduate standing.

Corequisites

None.

HED 557 Helping Skills in Student Affairs

Examination of the role of student affairs professionals as helpers through theoretical explorations and practical simulations. Prerequisites: 56 credits or graduate standing.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

56 credits or graduate standing

Corequisites

None.

HED 598 College Student Development

Examination and application of relevant developmental theories and models for facilitating holistic student development. Prerequisites: LDR 200, HED 557; or graduate standing.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

LDR 200, HED 557; or graduate standing.

Corequisites

None.

HED 611 Critical Approaches to Assessment in Higher Education

This course will examine equity-centered assessment in higher education settings. Students will learn about assessment practices, design assessments, and apply equity-centered assessment methods.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 612 Methods and Techniques of Training and Development

The course will examine the theory and research of training and development. Students will conduct and evaluate training and development programs. This course may be offered in an online format.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 626 The Adult Learner

A study of learning in adulthood, how to facilitate that learning, and the characteristics of adult learners. This course may be offered in an online format.
 

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 636 Higher Education Law

An introduction to legal issues in higher education institutions.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 659 Organization of Community Colleges

Study of the history and organization of community colleges and how these institutions fit within the larger context of higher education institutions. 

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 676 Administration of Community Colleges

Structure, organization, and management of the community college.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 677 Contemporary College Students

Contemporary college student populations are examined emphasizing campus environments, teaching/learning experiences, and how campus culture affects students.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 680 Critical Perspectives in College and Adult Learning Settings

Course provides a foundation in teaching and creating significant learning environments focusing on learner-centered adult settings.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 681 Teaching with Technology in College and Adult Learning Settings

Course provides learners with methods and practices to enhance instructional effectiveness online and through incorporating technology in adult learning settings. This course may be offered in an online format. Recommended: HED 680.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 682 Course Design and Assessment in College and Adult Learning Settings

Study of course design, syllabus construction, student learning, assessment, and rubrics in college and adult learning settings. This course may be offered in an online format. Recommended: HED 680.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

HED 680

Corequisites

None.

HED 685 Special Topics in Equity Centered Teaching and Learning

Students will learn to use a variety of culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate high-impact teaching strategies to engage adult students. This course may be offered in an online format. Recommended: HED 680.

Credits
1-3(Spec)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 696 Higher Education Practicum

A planned learning experience gained through first-hand observations and operational responsibilities under the direct supervision of a practicing higher education leader. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: Regular admission to the MA in Higher Education Administration program in the Department of Educational Leadership. Completion of at least 9 core credits in the program. Approval of practicum application.

Credits
1-9(Spec)

Prerequisites

Regular admission to the MA in Higher Education Administration program in the Department of Educational Leadership. Completion of at least 9 core credits in the program. Approval of practicum application.

Corequisites

None.

HED 697 College & Adult Teaching Practicum

Under the direct supervision of a practicing teaching mentor, student will develop skills applicable to college and adult learning. CR/NC only.  Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and approval of practicum application.

Credits
1-6(Spec)

Prerequisites

Permission of Instructor and approval of internship application.

Corequisites

None.

HED 698 Master's Colloquium

Capstone seminar to synthesize master's coursework. Students will apply theory to practice. Prerequisite: HED 512, HED 516, HED 636, HED 757, HED 677, HED 764, HED 776, HED 777.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

HED 512, HED 516, HED 636, HED 757, HED 677, HED 764, HED 776, HED 777

Corequisites

None.

HED 705 Comparative Community College Systems

This course focuses on the history, philosophy, programs, and practices, of the Ontario College System, including comparative analysis of other college systems nationally and internationally. Recommended: Admission to the MA in Education Program.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 716 Readings in Equity and Inclusion in Higher Education

The seminar-style course provides opportunity to critically explore several long-form texts that center equity and inclusion and have implications for higher education and student affairs. 

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 757 Student Development Theory

Introduction of student development theories regarding social identity, intellectual, and moral development of college students; review of learning and personality theories for understanding student differences. Prerequisites: Admission to a graduate level program in EDL and completion of at least 3 graduate credit hours.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

Admission to a graduate-level program and completion of at least 3 in EDL graduate credit hours.

Corequisites

None.

HED 763 The Academic Profession

Emphasizes the function of academic affairs within a college or university. Topics include new faculty roles, academic leadership, and academic socialization. 

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 764 Financing of Higher Education

Students will analyze the funding of higher education and the complex relationship between finance and other aspects of higher education administration. Prerequisites: Admission to the MA in Higher Education Administration Program.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

Admission to the MA in Higher Education Administration program.

Corequisites

None.

HED 776 Administration of Higher Education

Study of the organization and management of colleges and universities. Prerequisites: Admission to a master's or doctoral program in Educational Leadership.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

Admission to a master's or doctoral program in Educational Leadership.

Corequisites

None.

HED 777 Student Affairs Administration

Examines the organization, structure, management, programs, and functions of student affairs administration in post-secondary education.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 778 Contemporary Issues in Higher Education

Study of contemporary issues confronting higher education. Emphasis is on the identification, definition, and study of issues and how educational leaders might address them. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

HED 876 Higher Education Policy

Examination of higher education policy practices. The integration and synthesis of organizational theory and leadership to address policy issues. Prerequisites: Admission to the doctoral program in Educational Leadership.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

Admission to the doctoral program in Educational Leadership.

Corequisites

None.