Following a critical review of basic research techniques, an examination will be made of existing research. Basic techniques of statistics will be presented. One unit of credit is for individual research projects. For the Family Studies major, the research methods illustrate data gathered through qualitative and quantitative study concerning health and behavior within the family infrastructure. Prerequisite: PS 203. Adult Degree Programs will include suffix FS: Enrollment is limited to students in the Adult Degree Programs. (Fall and Spring)
SS353 Methods and Materials/Secondary Social Studies (3) This is a special methods course for credential candidates in secondary school social studies. Students will examine the content of secondary social studies programs as well as methodology and instructional materials. The course involves lesson planning, the development of work samples, and a field experience of twoweeks. (Spring)
SS403FS Family Facilitation Programming (3) Students will become acquainted with the essential principles for developing and delivering programs for families, with some emphasis on all groups. The focus will be how the special learning needs of family members translate into program design. Through class exercises students will gain some experience in all phases of program implementation. This will include actual development and demonstration of a family wellness program. Enrollment is limited to students in the Adult Degree Programs. (Fall and Spring)
SS413FS Ethics and Policies: Family Studies (3) A seminar that helps family life professionals gain valuable insight into the science and practice of family life education and consultation. It introduces students to legal, ethical and professional concerns that shape family policy and well-being. Enrollment is limited to students in the Adult Degree Programs. (Fall and Spring)
SS414-416FS Internship: Family Studies (4-6) The independent study project is individually designed for the interests and needs of each student. It is an integrative activity. It brings
together family life education concepts and real life situations. Skills such as researching, interviewing, program design and evaluating programs will be developed. This experience allows students to practice the biblical understanding and principles that have guided the learning in previous modules. Enrollment is limited to students in the Adult Degree Programs. (Fall and Spring)
SS453 Special Methods in Content Area (3) This course is designed to help students develop specific teaching skills related to their individual content areas of expertise. Students will develop a complete teacher work sample.
Spanish Language SP113-123 First Year Spanish (3, 3) Introduction to Spanish Language (including listening, speaking, reading and writing), facilitated by the study of vocabulary, grammar, short readings and guided conversation. Classes are to be taken sequentially. (Fall and Spring)
SP213, 223 Second Year Spanish (3, 3) Extensive practice in all four language skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening). Included are cultural and literary readings and an in-depth review and expansion of basic Spanish grammar and vocabulary. Classes are to be taken sequentially. Prerequisite: SP113 and 123 First Year Spanish. (Fall and Spring)
THEOLOGICAL STUDIES TH202 Baptist Heritage (2) A biblical and theological analysis of the principal positions and distinctives of Baptist Christians. The approach is based upon the historical emergence of theological issues from New Testament beginnings present trends. (Fall and Spring)
TH303 Religious Movements (3) A survey of the modern religious movements throughout the world, including the major world religions and cults. The student will be involved in directed research of the religions in selected areas of the world, with particular focus on the cultural antisocial inter-relationships reflecting a people’s world view.
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