May 18, 2024  
Graduate Catalog 2020-2021 
    
Graduate Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Education

  
  • EDU 5130 Organization and Management of Multicultural Classroom Communities


    3 Hours

    A critical examination of socially relevant issues and pedagogy in multicultural education and classroom management is provided.  Approximately 20 hours of practicum required. Cross Listed with EDU 4130.
  
  • EDU 5140 Transformative Education


    3 Hours

    This course explores the theory of transformative learning and examines how education becomes a mechanism to change frames of reference, critically reflect on experience, and develop new ways of knowing. Transformative educators are social entrepreneurs, engaged active citizens, community development agents, and advocates for others. This course explores those roles in relationship to transformative literacy and shows how access to literacy can either empower of marginalize groups of people.
  
  • EDU 5150 Technology for Education


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: Basic computer course within the past 3 years or permission of the instructor.

    Using current technological knowledge and equipment, students will understand the role and use of technology for instructional purposes.
  
  • EDU 5210 Reflective Teaching


    1 Hours

    This reflective or inquiry-oriented course looks at the complicated activity of teaching and the conceptual schemata teachers must acquire. Emphasis is placed on developing teaching habits that are consciously informed actions.
  
  • EDU 5211 Reflective Teaching for Interns


    3 Hours

    This reflective or inquiry-oriented course looks at the complicated activity of teaching and the conceptual schemata teachers must acquire. Emphasis is placed on developing teaching habits that are consciously informed actions.
  
  • EDU 5220 Methods for Secondary Teaching


    3 Hours

    This course examines strategies, techniques, materials, and principles for effective classroom instruction. Students are required to demonstrate competency in these areas in school-based settings.
  
  • EDU 5230 Human Development and Education


    3 Hours

    This course examines development from various theoretical perspectives and at stages relevant to all levels of formal education. A major focus is on the educational implications that flow from each developmental perspective. Students will also examine the research relevant to the issues in human development. The course has a practicum component. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.) 
  
  • EDU 5240 Literacy Assessment: Diagnostic, Corrective, and Fluency


    3 Hours

    This course develops skills in diagnosing and remediating literacy-related difficulties, and developing fluency and included issues of linguistic diversity within EL populations. Attention is focused on the learning, and the interpretation of physiological ,psychological, sociological and educational factors, which influence literacy achievement. Provisions are made for the mastery of appropriate assessment instruments, identification and analysis of literacy problems, the interpretation of informal and formal measures of literacy performance. 
  
  • EDU 5250 Practicum in Reading


    3 Hours

    This practicum is a semester-long  course and includes application and implementation of assessment and correction strategies with K-12 students. Candidates will collect and organize formal and informal assessment results for struggling readers, and develop specific plans to ensure language arts growth. A twenty-clock hour clinical experience with two struggling readers (one elementary, one middle or high school) is required.
  
  • EDU 5260 Reading Specialist Resource Teacher with Practicum


    3 Hours

    This course will provide a study of topics central to reading program development at the school level in PreK-12 settings. Specific focus will be given to professional development in the area of literacy for teachers and paraprofessionals with an emphasis on the communication of assessment information for the purpose instructional decisions to teachers, parents, administrators, and paraprofessionals. Students will complete an internship with this class under the mentorship of licensed Reading Specialist Resource Teacher or Literacy Coach.
  
  • EDU 5270 Literacy Across the Secondary Curriculum


    3 Hours

    Students will gain techniques in developing reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking through any subject area of the secondary school. Particular attention will be paid to diagnosis and further development of reading strategies, reading for meaning in subject area literature, and writing for subject area audiences. The course is required for all secondary (7-12 and 9-12) licensure students. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)  Cross Listed with EDU 4423.
  
  • EDU 5300 Introduction to the Gifted


    3 Hours

    Covers the identification of the characteristics of the gifted, their place in the school system, historical concerns, modern trends and prospects.
  
  • EDU 5310 Methods of Teaching the Gifted


    3 Hours

    This course offers methodology and materials for the teaching of the gifted.
  
  • EDU 5320 Curriculum and Instruction for the Gifted


    3 Hours

    This course will cover the kinds of course content such as creativity, discovery learning, and critical thinking skills which can be used with the gifted as well as different educational models.
  
  • EDU 5340 English Language Resource Teacher with Practicum


    3 Hours

    This course will provide a study of topics central to English Language program development at the school level in PreK-12 settings.  Specific focus will be given to professional development in the area of EL literacy for teachers and paraprofessionals with an emphasis on the communication of assessment information for the purpose of instructional decisions to teachers, parents, administrators, and paraprofessionals. Students will complete an internship with this class under the mentorship of licensed EL teacher.
  
  • EDU 5350 Methods and Materials for Early Childhood Education


    3 Hours

    A study of the basic needs and characteristics of young children and an exploration of the current practices in curriculum and methodology will be made. Field experience in nursery school and/or Kindergarten is required. This course is required for Kindergarten endorsement.
  
  • EDU 5410 Student Teaching in Early Childhood/Elementary/ Middle/Secondary


    3 Hours

    This laboratory course gives the student teacher experience in the school setting and an opportunity to observe and use appropriate classroom procedures under the direct supervision of an experienced teacher. This course requires satisfactory presentation of a professional portfolio and includes a seminar which meets weekly. This course does not count toward the M.Ed. degree requirements and is offered only for those seeking licensure. $32500 course fee.
  
  • EDU 5411 Student Teaching in Early Childhood/Elementary/ Middle/Secondary


    3 Hours

    This laboratory course gives the student teacher experience in the school setting and an opportunity to observe and use appropriate classroom procedures under the direct supervision of an experienced teacher. This course requires satisfactory presentation of a professional portfolio and includes a seminar which meets weekly. This course does not count toward the M.Ed. degree requirements and is offered only for those seeking licensure. $32500 course fee.
  
  • EDU 5412 Student Teaching in Early Childhood/Elementary/ Middle/Secondary


    3 Hours

    This laboratory course gives the student teacher experience in the school setting and an opportunity to observe and use appropriate classroom procedures under the direct supervision of an experienced teacher. This course requires satisfactory presentation of a professional portfolio and includes a seminar which meets weekly. This course does not count toward the M.Ed. degree requirements and is offered only for those seeking licensure. $325 course fee.
  
  • EDU 5413 Student Teaching in Early Childhood/Elementary/ Middle/Secondary


    3 Hours

    This laboratory course gives the student teacher experience in the school setting and an opportunity to observe and use appropriate classroom procedures under the direct supervision of an experienced teacher. This course requires satisfactory presentation of a professional portfolio and includes a seminar which meets weekly. This course does not count toward the M.Ed. degree requirements and is offered only for those seeking licensure. $32500 course fee.
  
  • EDU 5414 Student Teaching PreK-12 ESL


    8 Hours

    Corequisites: EDU 5440  and EDU 5210  (For prerequisites see “Admission to Student Teaching’).

    This laboratory course gives the teacher candidate experience in two school settings across PreK-12 grade levels with ESL students. Teacher candidates will have the opportunity to observe, and use appropriate classroom instructional methods and procedures under the direct supervision of an experienced mentor teacher. $325 course fee.
  
  • EDU 5420 Practicum


    1-3 Hours

    This course is a set of activities to be completed by students prior to, during, and after visits to a number of schools and/or educational sites. The course supplements academic work and practicum undertaken as part of licensure courses.
  
  • EDU 5430 English Language Resource Teacher with Practicum


    3 Hours

    This course will provide a study of topics central to the English Language program development at the school level in PreK-12 settings. Specific focus will be given to professional development in the area of EL literacy for teachers and paraprofessionals. Emphasis will be on communicating assessment information for the purpose of instructional decisions to teachers, parents, administrators, and paraprofessionals. Students will complete an internship with this class and under the mentorship of a licensed EL teacher.
  
  • EDU 5432 Teaching Social Studies


    3 Hours

    This graduate course emphasizes basic concepts in social studies, with application to elementary school social studies and suggestions for teaching these concepts. For elementary teacher licensure only. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.)
  
  • EDU 5440 Graduate Teaching Seminar


    2 Hours

    Corequisites: with Student Teaching.

    Seminar in teaching designed to help students be better prepared for their enhanced student teaching experience.
  
  • EDU 5441 Graduate Teaching Seminar for Interns


    3 Hours

    Corequisites: with Student Teaching.

    Seminar in teaching designed to help students be better prepared for their enhanced student teaching experience.
  
  • EDU 5490 Mentoring: Alternative Licensure Program


    1-3 Hours

    Throughout this course, the Belmont Mentor will work with the candidate in their school to assist them with all aspects of teaching in their classroom and adapting to a school setting. The mentor process includes one two-hour seminar per semester. Note: Candidates are required to enroll in a mentoring course for each semester they are on an alternative license. Students are required to take one (1) credit hour each fall and spring term. This course is taught as a pass/fail grade only. Repeatable course.
  
  • EDU 5500 Child Development


    3 Hours

    This course examines child development from various theoretical perspectives and makes application to children in early childhood settings. The course has a practicum component. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.) 
  
  • EDU 5510 Internship


    3 Hours

    An alternative to student teaching for one semester, the full academic year internship allows the student to experience the role of the teacher under the supervision of Belmont faculty, classroom mentors, and the school principal. The internship year coincides with the probationary year of teaching. Must be taken both fall and spring semesters. $325 course fee.
  
  • EDU 5601 Professional Core Block SPED


    1-6 Hours

    This block deals with pragmatic knowledge and competencies to the issues and practicalities of teaching. Modules in this block will include Issues in Education, Child/Human Development, Technology, Diverse Learners and Educational Psychology.
  
  • EDU 5602 Professional Methods Block SPED


    1-9 Hours

    This block deals with pragmatic knowledge and competencies related to instructional methodologies for Language Arts and Mathematical Literacy.
  
  • EDU 5620 Foundations of Special Education


    3 Hours

    Overview of the field of Special Education including historical perspectives, programs, and legal provisions. Practicum: Mild Disabilities (K-6).
  
  • EDU 5630 Communication/Collaboration for Exceptional Children


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: EDU 5620 

    Designed to introduce the skills necessary to work effectively as a professional member of a multidisciplinary team. Skill orientation and development will emphasize the social concept, communication and collaboration skills, and team building skills necessary for special educators.
  
  • EDU 5640 Instructional Strategies for Mild Disabilities (K-6)


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: It is strongly suggested that EDU 5690 Practicum: Mild Disabilities  (2) be taken with EDU 5640.

    Deals with pragmatic knowledge about methodologies, techniques and technology related specifically for instruction of K-6th grade students with mild disabilities.
  
  • EDU 5650 Post-Secondary Transition and Instructional Strategies for Mild Disabilities (7-12)


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: It is strongly suggested that EDU 5692 Practicum: Mild Disabilities  (2) be taken with EDU 5650 Prerequisites: EDU 5660 .

    Deals with pragmatic knowledge about competencies in vocational and transitional programming, methodologies, techniques and technology related specifically for instruction of 7-12th grade students with mild disabilities.
  
  • EDU 5660 Instructional Management


    3 Hours

    Designed to develop the instructional and behavioral management competencies required to teach students with mild disabilities.   
  
  • EDU 5670 Behavioral Management for Students with Disabilities


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: It is strongly suggested that EDU 5691 Practicum: Mild Disabilities  (2) be taken with EDU 5670.

    Designed to develop behavioral management competencies required to conduct functional behavioral analysis and the application of behavioral analytic strategies for students with special needs.
  
  • EDU 5680 Assessment for Decision Making


    3 Hours

    Collection and use of educational data to assess and teach students with diverse learning needs. Educational planning, material adaptation, and curriculum development also addressed.
  
  
  
  
  • EDU 5730 Remedial Reading for Students with Mild Disabilities (K-6)


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: EDU 5640 .

    Designed to develop competencies required for reading instruction specific to the needs of individuals with mild disabilities in the elementary grades.
  
  • EDU 5735 Reading Instruction for Special Educators


    3 Hours

    Designed to provide Special Educators in-depth knowledge in the assessment and pedagogical methods unique to the instruction of reading within the special education classroom.
  
  • EDU 5740 Early Childhood Special Education


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: EDU 5640 .

    Screening, assessment, curriculum, and evaluation for infants/toddlers with disabilities. Includes strategies for working with parents and an overview of service delivery models
  
  • EDU 5800 Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners in the Classroom


    3 Hours

    Overview of exceptionalities; introduction to pedagogical, curricular, and social considerations involved in educating diverse learners in the classroom. The course has a practicum component. (Approximately 20 hours of practicum required, which may be within the scheduled time of the class.) 
  
  • EDU 5895 Special Studies


    1-4 Hours

    Selected Topics in Education
  
  • EDU 5990 Independent Study


    1-3 Hours

    An Independent Study in Education.
  
  • EDU 6010 Contemporary Issues in Education


    3 Hours

    Contemporary issues in education will be examined against a backdrop of historical and philosophical issues addressed in American education. This is required of all Master of Education students.
  
  • EDU 6040 Leadership and Learning in Organizations


    3 Hours

    This course introduces students to a variety of perspectives on leadership organizations and facilities deeper understanding of their own dispositions and capacity for leadership. It describes leadership strategies pertinent to fostering individual and organizational learning, and confronts related leadership leadership challenges such as leading change, fostering innovation, adult learning, developing capacity, and managing conflict.
  
  • EDU 6050 Facilitating Learning in Organizations


    3 Hours

    Classic and contemporary  theories, models, frameworks and practices of planned change and organizational development will be presented and compared to identify the core principles of cultural responsiveness and diversity in successful organizations. It provides an overview of the unique diversity challenges facing corporations and non-profits  today, and provides both  quantitative and qualitative resources to facilitate awareness and open discussion. Concepts and methodologies from  learning theory, consulting, systems theory, group dynamics, and organizational culture assessments will be applied to assessments of collective learning and organizational effectiveness.
  
  • EDU 6070 Research and Assessment in Learning Communities


    3 Hours

    This course provides an introduction to the theory and practice of qualitative and quantitative inquiry related to research and assessment of various learning communities. The course teaches strategies for developing effective research questions, for planning and designing research /assessment studies, and for interpreting and presenting findings in a manner that contributes to the understanding of educational practices and evaluation. APA Style, Institutional Review Board (IRB) Processes, and thesis/project processes modules are included in this course.
  
  • EDU 6080 Developing a Learning Community


    3 Hours

    This course examines program development and diversity issues within a variety of educational and professional learning communities.
  
  • EDU 6120 Independent Project in Literacy


    3 Hours

    This course is an independent project for use in the Literacy focus area of the Master of Education (Curriculum and Instruction). The content and processes of this course will be developed through consultation between the candidate and their mentor and/or mentor committee.
  
  • EDU 6150 Technology for Education 1


    3 Hours

    Using current technological knowledge and equipment, students will understand the role and use of technology for instructional purposes.
  
  • EDU 6160 Technology for Education 2


    3 Hours

    Candidates will use their current technological knowledge and equipment to enhance their use of technology in the educative processes in their own community, school or classroom. This course will focus on Social Informatics; the study of the social aspects and impacts of technology, the dynamic and powerful influence technology is having upon human interaction, the formation of on-line “communities” and other social impacts of technology.
  
  • EDU 6170 Independent Project in Technology


    3 Hours

    This course is an independent project for use in the Technology focus area of the Master of Education (Curriculum and Instruction). The content and processes of this course will be developed through consultation between the candidate and their mentor and/or mentor committee.
  
  • EDU 6200 Gifted Education 1


    3 Hours

    This course will cover the historical and current practices in the identification of the characteristics of the gifted, their place in the school system, and approaches to catering for them.
  
  • EDU 6210 Gifted Education 2


    3 Hours

    course will cover the content, methodology and materials for teaching the gifted.
  
  • EDU 6220 Independent Project in Gifted Education


    3 Hours

    This course is an independent project for use in the Gifted Education focus area of the Master of Education (Curriculum and Instruction). The content and processes of this course will be developed through consultation between the candidate and their mentor and/or mentor committee.
  
  • EDU 6250 Early Childhood Education 1


    3 Hours

    This course examines the history, theories, philosophies, and research on Early Childhood Education.
  
  • EDU 6260 Early Childhood Education 2


    3 Hours

    This course examines the modern practices in Early Childhood Education allowing candidates to further develop their own classroom strategies.
  
  • EDU 6270 Independent Project in Early Childhood Education


    3 Hours

    This course is an independent project for use in the Early Childhood Education focus area of the Master of Education (Curriculum and Instruction). The content and processes of this course will be developed through consultation between the candidate and their mentor and/or mentor committee.
  
  • EDU 6300 Middle School Perspectives 1


    3 Hours

    This course emphasizes the growth and development of children in grades 5-8. It looks at appropriate curriculum and instruction for this age group as well as the methodology for teaching to meet the needs of this group.
  
  • EDU 6310 Middle School Perspectives 2


    3 Hours

    This course further develops a candidates understanding of the growth and development of children in grades 5-8. It pays particular attention to the research on attempts to improve education in middle schools.
  
  • EDU 6320 Independent Project in Middle School Education


    3 Hours

    This course is an independent project for use in the Middle School focus area of the Master of Education (C&I). This course will be developed through consultation between the candidate and their mentor and/or mentor committee.
  
  • EDU 6370 Independent Project in Secondary Education


    3 Hours

    This course is an independent project for use in the Secondary focus area of the Master of Education (C&I). This course will be developed through consultation between the candidate and their mentor and/or mentor committee.
  
  • EDU 6400 Special Focus I


    3 Hours

    These courses are for students completing a variety of educational experiences as developed in their approved individualized plans of study that are not in existing graduate courses within the university. The content and goals of these courses will vary depending upon individual learning plans. In the context of these classes, participants will develop and individualized plan that includes 1) a description of the special focus field of study; 2) a rationale for studying this area, including driving questions, professional significance of the study and, objectives; 3) a detailed accounting of potential resources, including: reading areas and bibliography, workshops / seminars, and / or courses at other institutions. A significant component of  these courses will emphasize experiential aspect of learning, including internships, experiments, teaching, archival research, interviews with specialists in his / her field, projects, or other forms of applied work. Students will begin work on ideas related to their thesis.
  
  • EDU 6410 Special Focus II


    3 Hours

    These courses are for students completing a variety of educational experiences as developed in their approved individualized plans of study that are not in existing graduate courses within the university. The content and goals of these courses will vary depending upon individual learning plans. In the context of these classes, participants will develop and individualized plan that includes 1) a description of the special focus field of study; 2) a rationale for studying this area, including driving questions, professional significance of the study and, objectives; 3) a detailed accounting of potential resources, including: reading areas and bibliography, workshops / seminars, and / or courses at other institutions. A significant component of  these courses will emphasize experiential aspect of learning, including internships, experiments, teaching, archival research, interviews with specialists in his / her field, projects, or other forms of applied work. Students will begin work on ideas related to their thesis.
  
  • EDU 6420 Special Focus III


    3 Hours

    These courses are for students completing a variety of educational experiences as developed in their approved individualized plans of study that are not in existing graduate courses within the university. The content and goals of these courses will vary depending upon individual learning plans. In the context of these classes, participants will develop and individualized plan that includes 1) a description of the special focus field of study; 2) a rationale for studying this area, including driving questions, professional significance of the study and, objectives; 3) a detailed accounting of potential resources, including: reading areas and bibliography, workshops / seminars, and / or courses at other institutions. A significant component of  these courses will emphasize experiential aspect of learning, including internships, experiments, teaching, archival research, interviews with specialists in his / her field, projects, or other forms of applied work. Students will begin work on ideas related to their thesis.
  
  • EDU 6430 Special Focus IV


    3 Hours

    These courses are for students completing a variety of educational experiences as developed in their approved individualized plans of study that are not in existing graduate courses within the university. The content and goals of these courses will vary depending upon individual learning plans. In the context of these classes, participants will develop and individualized plan that includes 1) a description of the special focus field of study; 2) a rationale for studying this area, including driving questions, professional significance of the study and, objectives; 3) a detailed accounting of potential resources, including: reading areas and bibliography, workshops / seminars, and / or courses at other institutions. A significant component of  these courses will emphasize experiential aspect of learning, including internships, experiments, teaching, archival research, interviews with specialists in his / her field, projects, or other forms of applied work. Students will begin work on ideas related to their thesis.
  
  • EDU 6440 Special Focus V


    3 Hours

    These courses are for students completing a variety of educational experiences as developed in their approved individualized plans of study that are not in existing graduate courses within the university. The content and goals of these courses will vary depending upon individual learning plans. In the context of these classes, participants will develop and individualized plan that includes 1) a description of the special focus field of study; 2) a rationale for studying this area, including driving questions, professional significance of the study and, objectives; 3) a detailed accounting of potential resources, including: reading areas and bibliography, workshops / seminars, and / or courses at other institutions. A significant component of  these courses will emphasize experiential aspect of learning, including internships, experiments, teaching, archival research, interviews with specialists in his / her field, projects, or other forms of applied work. Students will begin work on ideas related to their thesis.
  
  • EDU 6450 National Board 1: Process


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: EDU 6010 , EDU 6020, and EDU 6040 . This course is available to practicing teachers only.

    This course will assist candidates to understand the requirements for National Board Certification and assist them as they begin the process. A key focus will be on the National Board process.
  
  • EDU 6460 National Board 2: Standards


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: EDU 645. This course is available to practicing teachers only.

    This course will assist candidates to understand the requirements for National Board Certification and assist them as they move through the process. A key focus will be a thorough understanding of the National Board Standards.
  
  • EDU 6470 National Board 3: Implementation


    3 Hours

    Prerequisites: EDU 6450  and EDU 6460 . This course is available to practicing teachers only.

    This course will assist candidates to understand the requirements for National Board Certification and assist them as they complete the process. A major focus will be how candidates can demonstrate their competence against the specific standards for their area.
  
  • EDU 6490 Clinical Residency


    1 Hours

    Belmont clinical teaching supervisors support teacher candidates through a full academic year of residency, allowing candidates to experience the role of the teacher under the supervision of Belmont faculty, classroom teacher mentors, and the school principal. Students must enroll in Clinical Residency during fall and spring semesters of residency.

      This course is taught as a pass/fail grade only. Repeatable course.

  
  • EDU 6500 Independent Project in Education


    3 Hours

    This course is an independent project for use in the Master of Education (Learning Communities). The content and processes of this course will be developed through consultation between the candidate and their mentor and/or mentor committee. Formerly listed as EDU 607/6070.
  
  • EDU 6520 Reading Recovery 1


    3 Hours

    This course is designed to assist teachers to diagnose and correct reading disabilities through demonstration of their understanding of the purposes, practices, and underlying theory for working with struggling readers in Reading Recovery. Individuals enrolling in this class must have prior permission from administrators in a Reading Recovery Site before enrolling.
  
  • EDU 6530 Reading Recovery 2


    3 Hours

    This course is designed to extend the understandings of Reading Recovery begun in Reading Recovery I (EDU 6520 ). Particular attention will be given to enhancing the learning of struggling readers and children who are the most difficult to teach. Individuals enrolling in this class must have prior permission from administrators in a Reading Recovery Site before enrolling.
  
  • EDU 6540 Reading Recovery Practicum


    3 Hours

    This course is designed to assist teachers as they work with students to diagnose and correct reading disabilities through the Reading Recovery process. Attention will be given to the use of instructional records as a means of documenting student development and reflecting on the effectiveness of the teaching related to student learning. Individuals enrolling in this class must have prior permission from administrators in a Reading Recovery Site before enrolling.
  
  • EDU 6580 English Language Learners


    3 Hours

    An introduction to English learners of diverse language and cultural backgrounds. Focuses on an understanding of special needs of these learners and the strategies to promote the language and literacy development of all students.
  
  • EDU 6900 Thesis in Education


    3 Hours

    This course is Thesis for the Master of Education (Learning Communities). Formerly listed as EDU 606/6060.
  
  • EDU 6901-04 Thesis Continuation


    1 Hours

    This a one credit hour course required to maintain enrollment at Belmont while the candidate completes the thesis. Enrollment in EDU 6901-04 (progressive) is required each semester beyond the original term the student enrolled in EDU 6900 . Students may enroll in the Thesis Continuation series a maximum of four semesters (two years). Earned credit hours from 6901-04 do not count toward graduation hours.

English

The following courses are offered on a three-year rotation. At least two courses are offered each semester and in the summer sessions.

  
  • ENG 5000 Practical Literary Criticism


    3 Hours

    This course offers the opportunity to research and study selected works of literature from a variety of contemporary theoretical approaches. It aims to increase students’ ability to evaluate and apply these approaches. Required for M.A. students. Recommended for M.Ed. students.
  
  • ENG 5040 History of the English Language


    3 Hours

    Corequisites: (offered concurrently with ENG 3500).

    The origins and development of the English Language are studied in the context of linguistics and socio-political influences. Attention is also paid to the on-going processes affecting modern English.
  
  • ENG 5700 Practicum in Scholarly Editing


    1-3 Hours

    Prerequisites: Participation is by invitation only Course is repeatable, but maximum credit earned in ENG 5700 is 3 credit hours.

    Under supervision of faculty who are active editors of a scholarly journal or are engaged in a scholarly-editing project, students will participate in all phases of the selecting and editing process. The supervising faculty member and student should develop a contract about editorial work to be completed by the student and the study/reading component to be undertaken together, taking into account the number of credit hours; students earning 3 credit hours in this Practicum should also write a substantial essay about the editorial process, their learning process, etc.
  
  • ENG 5720 Practicum in Pedagogy


    1-3 Hours

    Under the supervision of faculty who are teaching an undergraduate course, students will assist and participate in all phases of the teaching process: preparation, classroom instruction, evaluation, etc. The supervising faculty member and student should develop a contract about work to be completed by the student and the study / reading component to be undertaken together, taking into account the number of credit hours; students taking 3 credit hours in the Practicum, making it the equivalent of a full course, should also write a substantial essay about teaching, their own teaching experiences and learning processes, etc. Course is repeatable two times total, but maximum credit earned in ENG 5720 is 3 credit hours.
  
  • ENG 5730 Pedagogical Studies


    3 Hours

    This course introduces students to pedagogies used in teaching literature, language and / or writing. In addition to reading and discussing the various pedagogical approaches, students will apply them by assisting a professor in teaching, tutoring, and / or conferencing with students on their papers. Other related assignments will include writing learning goals, designing assignments, developing rubrics and other assessments tools, etc.
  
  • ENG 5800 Readings in World Literature I


    3 Hours

    This course presents important works of literature of the world from beginnings to Enlightenment. This course establishes a historical perspective while seeking to encourage both comparative perspective and common ground among works from European tradition and several non-Western cultures.
  
  • ENG 5810 Readings in British Literature I


    3 Hours

    Readings emphasizing the historical development of British literature from a broad spectrum of representative works from Old English up to the Elizabethan period.
  
  • ENG 5820 Readings in British Literature II


    3 Hours

    Readings emphasizing the historical development of British literature from a broad spectrum of representative works from the Elizabethan period through the eighteenth century.
  
  • ENG 5830 Readings in American Literature I


    3 Hours

    Readings emphasizing the historical development of American literature from a broad spectrum of representative works, from beginnings through the Civil War.
  
  • ENG 5840 Readings in World Literature II


    3 Hours

    his course presents important works of literature of the world from the Enlightenment to the present. This course establishes a historical perspective while seeking to encourage both comparative perspective and common ground among works from European tradition and several non-Western cultures.
  
  • ENG 5850 Readings in British Literature III


    3 Hours

    Readings emphasizing the historical development of British Literature from a broad spectrum of representative works from the Romantic period through the present.
  
  • ENG 5860 Readings in American Literature II


    3 Hours

    Readings emphasizing the historical development of American Literature from a broad spectrum of representative works from the Civil War to the present.
  
  • ENG 5950 Study Abroad


    1-6 Hours

    Various study-abroad opportunities are available through Belmont. Consult the Director of International Studies Abroad for program details.
  
  • ENG 6000 Single / Double Author Seminar


    3 Hours

    Each offering of this course will be devoted to the in-depth study of one, or at most two, author(s). These authors range from Chaucer and/or Shakespeare to Jane Austen, E.M. Forster, Walt Whitman, Emily Dickinson, Adrienne Rich, Joan Didion, as examples, etc. Deep knowledge of an author’s (or two author’s) oeuvre, not historical coverage, is the chief goal of the course. May be repeated once for up to six hours.
  
  • ENG 6100 Genre Seminar


    3 Hours

    Each offering of this course will provide a critical introduction to a single genre of writing. Seminar topics may include everything from the novel, short story, poetry, and drama, to nature or travel writing, the graphic novel, ethnography, and memoir, etc. Deep knowledge of the genre, not historical coverage, is the seminar’s chief goal. May be repeated once for up to six credits.
  
  • ENG 6200 Creative Writing Seminar


    3 Hours

    Each offering of this course will explore the theory and practice of creative writing and an emphasis on revision. Offerings will rotate between Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Writing and the Creative Process, and other possible genres or topics. Deep experience in writing in particular genres is the chief goal of this seminar. May be repeated twice for credit up to nine hours.
  
  • ENG 6300 Special Topics in Writing


    3 Hours

    Each offering of this course will address a different topic or theme from disciplines of writing, rhetoric, and / or composition. Topics may include Writing about Place, Writing and Social Issues, Writing and Identity, and others. May be repeated twice for credit up to nine hours.
  
  • ENG 6340 Gender Studies


    3 Hours

    An exploration of theories of gender; examines constructions and manipulations of gender in a variety of literary texts.
 

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