GRADUATE BULLETIN 1995 - 1997 LaGrange College LaCrange, Georgia TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information 2 Admission 5 Financial Information 9 General Academic Policies 12 Degree Requirements and Courses 15 Graduate Faculty 29 Index Inside back cover IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS Admission 812-7260 Department of Business Administration and Economics 812-7280 Department of Education 8 1 2-7276 Registrar 812-7237 Library 812-7233 Computer Services 812-7229 Business Office 812-7278 Evening Studies 812-7298 Printed on recycled paper LAGRANGE COLLEGE GRADUATE BULLETIN 1 1995 -1997 ^ Please Note: This Qraduate Bulletin is sub- ordinate to the LaGrange College Bulletin which is published in September. All poli- cies not specifically addressed in this Qradu- ate Bulletin are those policies detailed in the annual Bulletin. This Qraduate Bulletin details policies, procedures, degrees and courses that are unique to the graduate program. Inquiries regarding policies not covered should be addressed to the Dean of the College. The College reserves the right to make modifications in the degree requirements, courses, schedules, calendar, regulations, fees and other changes deemed necessary or conducive to the efficient operation of the College. Such changes become effec- tive as announced by the proper college authorities. GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSE The mission of LaGrange College is to provide liberating academic environment in which student* and faculty enjoy the adventure of higher learn- ing. This mission provides a college environment that enables students to discover and value that which is excellent in life; an environment which produces graduates prepared to accept responsi- bility in contemporary society; and an environment distinguished by a faith in God and by an under- standing of humankind's place in the universe. Since 1831 many men and women, sustained by their faith in God and in humankind, have nur- tured and promoted LaGrange College. These men and women have studied, taught, administered and given of their resources so that the mission of ex- cellent Christian higher education would be real- ized at LaGrange College, a college associated with The United Methodist Church since 1856. This mission of over 1 50 years has been the basis of the programs at LaGrange College. Today the College continues to seek ways to achieve this mission and fulfill its purpose: by emphasizing undergraduate education with a firm commitment to liberal arts. This is done through the strong general education curricu- lum and major programs. These major programs are in the liberal arts and sciences as well as other compatible professional areas. by offering, where resources permit, academic study in particular areas specifically in response to current community needs. Currently these programs include nursing, graduate business administration, graduate teacher education, and social work. by fostering out-of-class enrichment (lectures, plays, exhibits, concerts, interest and honor groups) and extracurricular activities (intramu- ral and intercollegiate athletics, religious orga- nizations and opportunities, service organiza- tions, social organizations, and student publi- cations). by promoting healthy guided opportunities for physical activities. by offering opportunities for intercultural ex- periences in the academic and social programs. by striving to maximize student success through a strong academic support system, counseling and placement services. by seeking to attract and retain a faculty who are not only highly competent in their disci- plines but who also identify with the mission of the College. by providing a constructive influence on the local area through contributing intellectual, cultural and social leadership; by offering edu- cational opportunities to area citizens; and by encouraging faculty, staff and student partici- pation in local organizations. by recruiting students who, through scholas- tic achievement and potential as well as per- sonal motivation, have indicated their desire to undertake the LaCrange College program. by striving to increase the financial well-being of the College, supports existing programs, including Student Aid, and facilitates program development to meet changing needs and to achieve improvements in quality. ACCREDITATION As a coeducational, four-year liberal arts col- lege, LaCrange College is fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Asso- ciation of Colleges and Schools, approved by the United Methodist University Senate, and has mem- bership in the National Association of Indepen- dent Colleges and Universities, the National As- sociation of United Methodist Colleges, the Geor- gia Association of Colleges, The Council for Ad- vancement and Support of Education, the Georgia Foundation for Independent Colleges, and the As- sociation of Private Colleges and Universities in Georgia. The Georgia Professional Standards Commission, which confers professional certificates upon col- lege graduates meeting requirements in early child- hood, middle school, or secondary education, has awarded highest approval to LaGrange College's program of teacher education. The Department of Business and Economics is presently a member of the Association of Colle- giate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), and is accredited by the body. ADMISSION MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM UNCONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE For unconditional acceptance, a student must submit the following: 1 . Evidence of graduation from an accredited col- lege or university with a bachelor's degree with a quality point average of at least 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale). A transcript must be obtained from each institution attended. 2. Score on the Graduate Management Admis- sions test must be submitted no later than the end of the third quarter following provisional acceptance into the program. A score of 450 is required for unconditional acceptance. 3. A list of three references. 4. A completed formal application with a $20.00 fee. 5. A written essay describing the applicant's work experience and future career objectives. 6. Evidence of a minimum of two years of work experience. 7. Foreign students must submit a minimum score on the TOEFL exam of at least 550. 8. In addition to an interview with members of the Admission Staff, a second interview with members of the Business Administration and Economics Department may be required. NOTE: Applicants who do not meet all the re- quirements for admission into the M.B.A. program may be accepted as non-degree seeking graduates. No more than 20 quarter credit hours may be taken under this student classification. OTHER M.B.A. (TEMPORARY) ADMISSION CLASSIFICATIONS 1 . Conditional: if one or more of the above nine items is not completed (for example, the ap- plicant has not yet taken the CMAT). This is a temporary status which will be changed when the item is completed. The item musts be com- pleted before a student has earned 20 hours of credit in the program. 2. Probational: if the application is deficient on one or more of the above nine items (for ex- ample, the applicant has an undergraduate grade point average below 2.5). Normally this is a temporary status that will be changed when the student has demonstrated the abil- ity to do satisfactory work. The student may take no more than 20 hours under this or any other temporary admission classification. 3. Non-degree: if the applicant wants to com- mence graduate work before the graduate ad- mission committee has considered his/her ap- plication. To insure that this is a temporary status, the student may not take more than 20 hours under this or any other temporary admission classification. ACADEMIC LOAD Ten quarter credit hours is considered a full load. A petition to take more than 10 credit hours in a quarter musts be approved by the director of the M.B.A. Program. TRANSFER CREDIT No more than 20 quarter credit hours of ac- ceptable work ( with a grade of B or better) taken within five years of admission into the M.B.A. pro- gram may be transferred from another institution. MASTERS OF EDUCATION PROGRAM REGULAR ADMISSION Prospective candidates for this program will be thoroughly evaluated and screened by an admis- sion committee. The student applying for regular admission to the graduate program at LaGrange College should follow the procedure listed below: 1 . Make formal application to the Director of Ad- mission. 2. Submit evidence of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited, four year institution or evidence of having completed all the requirements for the degree. 3. Submit an official statement of scores on ei- ther the GRE (aptitude section) or the NTE (NTE Core Battery Test) or the MAT not more than five years old. 4. Present evidence of having earned an overall GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.00 scale) with at least a 3.00 GPA for the last two years of college work. 5. Submit one official transcript from all institu- tions where undergraduate or graduate work has been done. All documents along with a nonrefundable fee of $20.00 must be received by the College be- fore final acceptance. CONDITIONAL ADMISSION Conditional admission may be granted at the discretion of the Graduate Admission Committee to students who do not meet all of the above re- quirements. Students who were admitted in a con- ditional status must clear this status within two consecutive academic sessions or terms (20 quar- ter hours). TRANSFER CREDIT LaGrange College will accept a maximum of 10 quarter hours of transfer credit from accredited graduate schools. All graduate credit must have been of a grade of B or better and must have been earned within five years of admission to the gradu- ate program at LaGrange College. fifl FINANCIAL INFORMATION PAYMENT OF CHARGES All charges for the quarter are due and payable at registration, and each student is expected to pay at that time. LaCrange College has no plan for making monthly or deferred payments. Realizing that some families prefer to pay charges on a monthly basis, the College has made arrangements with Academic Management Services to offer interested persons this type service. The plan is an agreement between the person and the company; there is no involve- ment by LaGrange College in the agreement. For additional information, contact the Director of Fi- nancial Planning. EXPENSES 1995 - 1996* i . Admission Application for Admission (not refundable) $ 20.00 2. Tuition 1995 - 1996 (September I . I 995 - August 31,1 996) A. Graduate (MBA. MED) Courses per quarter hour 182.00 B. General Fees - Required of every Student Enrolled (1) less than 12 hours 40.00 (2) 12 hours and over 80.00 C. Course fees - Select Courses Science Lab 65.00 D. Audit (per quarter hour) 60.00 All request for audit courses must be approved by the instructor and Dean of the College. 'Tuition and Fees for 1996 - 1997 will be announced in June 1996 and become effective September I. 1996 3. Fees - Miscellaneous Graduation (Regardless of Participation) 80.00 Late Registration 20.00 Personal checks failing to clear bank 1 5.00 Student Identification Card Replacement Fee 5.00 Documents Fee (International Students) 150.00 Parking Permit 15.00 Testing Fee (All New Students) 60.00 4. Graduate students desiring to live on campus should refer to the undergraduate Bulletin for room and board charges and policies. REFUND POLICY No refund of charges of any nature will be made to any student who is suspended or dismissed for disciplinary reasons. No refunds will be made for courses dropped after dates established by the school calendar. In the event of complete withdrawal from col- lege after registration, refund of tuition will be made from date of registration to date of official with- drawal on the following basis: Withdrawal Regular School Year % Refund Graduate Summer % Refund 7-Week Summer % Refund During Drop/Add 100 100 100 Within 1 4 days 80 40 60 Within 21 days 60 no refund 40 Within 28 days 40 no refund After 28 days no refund 10 I STUDENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS Students accepted for admission to the M.B.A. for M. Ed. program may be eligible to borrow $8500 per year through the federal Stafford Loan Program, provided they meet the following requirements: 1 . be a United States citizen or a permanent resi- dent alien; 2. be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as at least a halftime student; 3. be in good standing and making satisfactory academic progress; and 4. be free of any obligation to repay a defaulted Guaranteed Student Loan/Federal Insured Stu- dent Loan. Applicants also must not owe a refund on a Pell Grant, Supplemental Educa- tional Opportunity Grant or State Student In- centive Grant. The Maximum cumulative loans a student may borrow is $65,000 including undergraduate loans. Interest rate is variable and capped at 8.25%. Contact the Office of Student Financial Planning for further information and an application. 11 GENERAL ACADEMIC POLICIES CLASS ATTENDANCE Students are expected to attend all class ses- sions. If a student must be absent, all matters re- lated to student absence, including makeup work, must be arranged with the professor. The course syllabus makes a clear statement about policies related to absences. Students are expected to be present for all quiz- zes or final examinations, unless the reasons for absences are acceptable to the professor. PROBATION AND DISMISSAL A. PROBATION Graduate students whose cumulative CPA fall below 3.0 at the end of a quarter or who fail to make sufficient academic progress will be placed on academic probation. The students will receive a letter from the Registrar informing them of their status. Students may remain on academic proba- tion for two quarters. These students are no longer on probation when their cumulative GPA becomes 3.0 or above. In the event that their GPA does not rise to 3.0 or above within two consecutive quar- ters from the date of academic probation, the stu- dent is subject to dismissal from the college. Only graduate courses taken at LaGrange College will be used to compute GPA. Students who are dis- missed for academic reasons may appeal their dis- missal to the Dean of the College within ten ( 1 0) working days following receipt of their notice. 12 B. DISMISSAL Graduate students may not be dismissed from graduate studies for academic reasons unless they were first placed on academic probation. Graduate students who have been dismissed from graduate studies normally will not be readmitted unless it is mathematically possible that they can achieve a GPA of 3.0 or above prior to completing standard degree requirements. PLAGIARISM AND CHEATING Cheating is defined as providing or receiving any assistance not authorized by the professor in the completion of any assignment inside or outside the classroom. Plagiarism is defined as the portrayal of the ideas of others by a student as if they were his/her own work. Two types will be described. The first con- sists of copying the work of others or very slight paraphrasing. The second type of plagiarism is con- sidered less serious and involves errors in acknowledgement or sources due to the student's lack of knowledge of the proper manner in which academic sources are cited. Cheating or plagiarizing will be treated in a se- rious manner. If any student is aware that cheat- ing or plagiarizing has occurred, he/she must re- port it to the professor. If cheating or plagiarizing has taken place, the following procedure will be followed: a. The faculty member will notify the student of his/her suspicion. In the event that the student admits to the charges, the professor will inform the student of the action to be taken. b. In the event that the student denies the ac- cusation, the professor will decide on the action 13 to be taken. The professor then informs the stu- dent that the decision may be appealed by the stu- dent to the department Chair following the proce- dures outlined in the Academic Appeals section of this bulletin. ACADEMIC APPEALS Graduate students at LaCrange College have the right to appeal academic decisions including grades. Appeals by students must be in writing and the response to the student must be written. Appeals must first be submitted to the level which originated the decision. A. GRADE APPEALS An appeal of a grade must be submitted first to the professor who assigned the grade. If not re- solved satisfactorily, the appeal must be submit- ted in writing to the Graduate Council. The chair of the Graduate Council will appoint a subcom- mittee of three committee members, none from the originating department. Their decision is final. B. OTHER ACADEMIC APPEALS Appeals other than grades should be filed in the following order if not resolved at a lower level, pro- fessor, Department Chair, Dean of the College, the Graduate Council, and ultimately, to the President. As an example, an appeal of a policy or decision must be submitted to the department. An appeal of a college requirement must be submitted to the Dean of the College. 14 DEGREE REQUIREMENTS AND COURSES MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION STATEMENT OF PURPOSE The Master of Business Administration program is designed to provide area residents an opportu- nity to advance their business education while maintaining full-time employment. There are two primary purposes of this program. The first is to help students increase their understanding of and effectiveness in the key current and emerging mana- gerial concepts and functions which can contrib- ute to improved managerial performance. The sec- ond is to help students enhance the personal skills and capabilities which are important to their per- sonal professional growth and advancement. M.B.A. COURSE REQUIREMENTS 1 . Foundation Courses: These may be exempted in whole or in part upon the evidence of satisfactory under- graduate preparation. BUA 501 Accounting Fundamentals BUA 505 Computers in Business I BUA 51 I Micro-macro-economics BUA 521 Management & Human Behavior BUA 531 Marketing Fundamentals BUA 541 Finance Fundamentals 2. Degree Requirements - Level I BUA 603 Quantitative Methods of Management BUA 621 Organizational Behavior BUA 622 Social and Legal Environment of Business BUA 631 International Business BUA 636 Marketing Management BUA 642 Managerial Finance 3. Degree Requirements - Level II Electives (four courses required) 15 BUA 600 Effective Business Communication BUA 601 Managerial Accounting BUA 606 Applied Decision Sciences BUA 609 Computers in Business II BUA 612 Managerial Micro-economics BUA 615 Managerial Macro-economics BUA 623 Interpersonal Relations in Organizations BUA 624 Operations Management BUA 626 History of Business BUA 627 Entrepreneurship BUA 628 Human Resource Management BUA 650 Thesis Option BUA 695/696 Directed Independent Research LAN 510 International Culture Degree Requirements - Level II Required Capstone Courses BUA 671 Management Simulation BUA 676 Business Strategy/Policy ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS A comprehensive Masters Paper and Oral Review, sched- uled during the student's last quarter, are requirements for graduation. Up to two Cs but no D's in 600 level courses are ac- cepted. COMPLETION OF REQUIREMENTS The time limit for completing the M.B.A. degree is five years from the date of first matriculation. Once this time limit expires, the student must submit a written application for an extension (indicating a completion timetable) to the Director of the M.B.A. program, and at the discretion of the graduation business faculty, must revalidate courses whose currency has expired. APPLYING FOR GRADUATION M.B.A. students must submit a graduation petition to the office of the Dean of the College no later than one week following preregistration for the final quarter. Graduation petitions are available from the M.B.A. Academic Advisor and from the Director of the M.B.A. program. 16 M.B.A. COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Preparatory Courses 501. Accounting Fundamentals. (5) Basic accounting systems and concepts. Preparation and analysis of ba- sis accounting statements. Partnership and corporation accounting, and other selected topics. 511. Micro-Macro-Economics. (5) A survey of the two branches of economic theory from a managerial perspective: Macro-economics, emphasizing national income accounting, fiscal and monetary policies; Micro-economics, giving the student an in- troduction to price and distribution theories. 521. Management and Organizational Behaviors. (5) Study of the basic concepts and functions of enterprise management, and of the major perspectives on effective management and utilization of human resources in the organization. Particular emphasis on the manage- ment of change and innovation. 531. Marketing Fundamentals. (5) Study of the managerial aspects of the marketing function, the market- ing concept, marketing strategy planning, and the role of marketing in the enterprise and in the economy as a whole. 541. Finance Fundamentals. (5) Study of the basic concepts and models utilized in the effective financial management. Includes such topics as: forecasting and planning, invest- ment and financing decisions, financial control, and interaction with capi- tal markets. Level I - Six courses, all required. 603. Quantitative Methods for Management. (5) An examination of the major quantitative tools available to analyze busi- ness problems and evaluate alternative solutions. Topics include regres- sion, programming and network models. 621. Organizational Behavior. (5) A study of the major historical perspectives, and the current challenges and opportunities, with regard to maximizing human resource develop- ment and effectiveness. Particular emphasis on key aspects of the current literature, and on building individual models of understanding of this dy- namic challenge. 622. Social and Legal Environment of Business. (5) A study of current social problems faced by business, with particular attention paid to the background factors giving rise to those problems, various proposed solutions, and the approach that is currently being followed. 631. International Business. (5) I A study of the major opportunities, challenges, and approaches to in- creased effectiveness, in the international business area. 636. Marketing Management. (5) Advancement study of selected strategic management aspects of the marketing function. Special emphasis on key information-gathering and decision-making processes. 17 642. Managerial Finance. (5) A study of the theory, principles, analytical procedures and problem- solving techniques incorporated in the management of the firm's flow of funds. Includes such topics as: capital structure, financing, working capital management, and maximization of market values. Level II - Elective Courses: Four courses required 600. Effective Business Communication. (5) A study and application of techniques designed to develop more effec- tive written and oral presentations, reports and research analyses. 601. Managerial Accounting (5) The study of the uses of accounting information in support of the mana- gerial functions of planning and control as well as the analysis and inter- pretation cost data relevant to business policy implementation. Prerequi- sites: BUA 501 or two undergraduate level courses in Principles of Ac- counting. 609. Computers in Business II. (5) Further study of computer programming and the use of computers in business. 612. Managerial Micro-economics. (5) As a course in applied micro-economics. Managerial Micro-Economics focuses on the utilization of micro-economic principles in conjunction with mathematical and statistical tools to analyze and/or make business deci- sions. 615. Managerial Macro-economics. (5) As a course in applied macro-economics. Managerial Macro-economics examines, within the framework of managerial decision-making, the eco- nomic theories and policy choices on national and global economic issues. 623. Interpersonal Relations in Organizations. (5) A study of human interaction in the organizational context. Topics to be covered include self-concept, values, attitudes, prejudice, perception and interpersonal attraction. 624. Operations Management. (5) Study of the major methods and practices in the field of operations man- agement. Particular emphasis is placed on managerial problem-structuring and decision-making practices in this context, and on the major concepts and models utilized in effective operations management. 626. History of Business. (5) A survey of business in western civilization, beginning with the Com- mercial Revolution, but emphasizing the American experience from the colonial period. Attention is paid to developments in technology, organi- zational structure and management theories. 627. Entrepreneurship. (5) A study of entrepreneurship and its role in our socioeconomic systems, and the basic business and management function involved in the initiation and operation of a small business. Particular emphasis on the development and presentation of a comprehensive proposal for the initiation of a busi- ness enterprise by each individual student. 18 628. Human Resource Management. (5) Study of the major activities of the human resource management func- tion, and of their influences on employee effectiveness and their relation- ships to such external influences as labor markets and governmental regu- lation. 650. Thesis Option. (5) Provides the opportunity for meaningful research study and report on an appropriate topic of particular interest to the individual student. The thesis option normally requires two quarters to complete. Students may register for five hours of thesis work during two quarters. 695/696. Directed Independent Research. (5) The independent research is available to students who wish to pursue an in-depth study of a business/economics topic beyond what is covered in the regular course offerings. A student may take no more than 10 quar- ter hours in independent study. Level II - Capstone courses, two required courses. 671. Management Simulation. (5) Use of a microcomputer-based business simulation model to integrate con- cepts and learning related to all functional areas of the firm. The course is designed to further develop problem-solving skills in an environment spe- cifically designed to simulate the real business world, to provide the stu- dent with an understanding of the external, non-market implications of problems that affect internal decisions, and to exercise interpersonal and communication skills in a team-approach to decision-making. Prerequisite: 30 or more credit hours in 600 M.B.A. Level courses includ- ing BUA 621, 636. and 642. 676. Business Strategy/Policy. (5) Capstone case study course treating the critical senior management chal- lenges of business policy formulation and strategic management. Particu- lar emphasis on innovation and the management of change. Prerequisite: 30 or more credit hours in 600 M.B.A. level courses includ- ing BUA 621. 636. and 642. Courses taught outside of Business Administration and Economics LAN 510. Introduction to "Japanese", "Russian" or other designation. (5) A course designed to create mtercultural understanding through the study of the history and achievements in the arts and sciences of a people. Modern life in the country is considered. This course is in English and has no prerequisites. 19 MASTER OF EDUCATION DEGREES INTRODUCTION The Master of Education degree is offered in Early childhood and Middle Childhood Education. These programs are fully accredited by the Southern As- sociation of Colleges and Schools and the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. TEACHER CERTIFICATION Certification requirements are established by the State of Georgia's Professional Standards Commis- sion. LaGrange College offers variety of degree programs which are approved by the State of Georgia's Professional Standards Commission and lead to certification in Georgia. Students desiring to be certified upon completion of their programs should plan to work especially close with their ad- visers since certification requirements are subject to change. Master of Education programs conducted by the College are designed for students entering the pro- gram with a clear renewable certificate. Comple- tion of a Master of Education degree qualifies these individuals at the fifth year level. Those individu- als who do not have at least a clear renewable cer- tificate must take course work leading toward NB- 4 certification prior to taking courses leading to a Master of Education degree. These courses must be approved by the Certification Section of the Georgia Professional Standards Commission and their adviser within the Education Department. In addition, the college offers course work lead- ing to certification for individuals who hold a de- gree in other fields or wish to renew or add to their current area of certification. These students will 20 be evaluated on an individual basis and will have their course work approved by the Certification Section of the Georgia Professional Standards Com- mission and their adviser within the Education Department. Not more than I 5 quarter hours used to add a new field of certification may be applied to the Master's degree in the new field. The only exception to this rule is a change from Early Child- hood to Middle Childhood and vice versa. GRADES All graduate programs require the student to maintain a grade-point average of 3.0. No credit toward the degree will be awarded for any grade below 2.0 (C). TIME LIMITATION Students must complete all requirements for the degree within five years starting from the date of admission to the program. All courses or require- ments which do not meet this requirement must be repeated. CANDIDACY Admission to graduate study does not consti- tute admission to candidacy for the M.Ed, degree. Students may apply for degree candidacy after they have completed 30 hours of graduate credit. More- over, the student must have the recommendation of the Department Chair in the specialized area and an overall grade average of B (3.0) on gradu- ate courses taken with no grade below C. No grade below C will be accepted toward the degree. In case admission to candidacy is not granted, the student may reapply after having completed speci- fied requirements. FINAL EXAMINATION After students have been admitted to candidacy 21 for the M.Ed, degree, they must make application for a final examination. This examination, written and/or oral, will be presided over by the Chair of the Department in the area of the student's spe- cialization, and is open to all members of the gradu- ate faculty teaching in the student's elected fields. THESIS LaGrange College does not require a thesis for the Master of Education degree. EXTENSION AND CORRESPONDENCE Graduate credit is not allowed for work done in extension or by correspondence. COURSE LOAD A full-time course load is 10 quarter hours per quarter or summer session. This load may not be exceeded without permission from the Dean of the College. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Financial assistance may be available to teach- ers who are teaching in public or private schools within LaGrange College's service area. Specifics of this assistance may be obtained by contacting the Office of Financial Planning. APPLYING FOR GRADUATION The graduate student must file, through the advisor, an application for graduation with the Dean of the College. This must be done one quar- ter prior to the anticipated date of graduation. Any change must be approved by the advisor, the Chair of the Division of Education, and the Dean of the College. The applications for graduation are avail- able from the office of the Division of Education and the office of the Dean of the College. 22 GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING 1. Upon acceptance, the student is assigned an adviser. 2. With the help of the adviser, each student plans a program of study to satisfy requirements in a chosen teaching field and which best meets individual needs. 3. In order to establish definite goals as well as intermediate objectives, a periodic checklist and a definite timetable will be mutually agreed to by student and advisers. PROGRAM DESIGN A detailed structure of the specified programs follows: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 55 QTR. HRS. PROFESSIONAL CORE 25 QTR. HRS. EDU 502 Foundations of Education PSY 504 Advanced Educational Psychology EDU 510 Methods of Educational Research EDU524 Current Trends in Early Childhood Curriculum EDU 525 Advanced Child Development CONTENT AREA 25 QTR. HRS. (Note: Any graduate course in the content area may be substi- tuted with the approval of the adviser.) EDU 533 Exploring Multimedia EDU 543 Analysis and Correction of Reading Difficulties EDU 541 Problems in Teaching Reading EDU 526 Communication Arts for the Young Child EDU 5 1 9 Mathematics for the Young Child EDU 5 1 7 Science for the Young Child EDU 527 Creative Activities for the Young Child EDU 536 Trends in Elementary Social Studies EDU 540 Children's Literature ELECTIVES 5 QTR. HRS. A graduate course approved by adviser or five additional hours from content area, above. MIDDLE CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 55 QTR. HRS. PROFESSIONAL CORE 20 QTR. HRS EDU 501 Foundations of Education 23 PSY 504 Advanced Middle Child Curriculum EDU 505 Advanced Middle Child Curriculum EDU 510 Methods of Educational Research PRIMARY AND SECONDARY CONCENTRATION 25 QTR. HRS. (Note: Any graduate course in the content area may be substi- tuted with the approval of the adviser.) EDU 518 Science in the Middle Childhood School EDU 520 Advanced Trends in Language Arts EDU 533 Exploring Multimedia EDU 543 Analysis and Correction of Reading Difficulties EDU 54 1 Problems in the Teaching of Reading EDU 537 Trends in Middle School Social Studies HIS 506 History of the South HIS 515 Georgia History MTH 558 Fundamentals of Algebra and Geometry MTH 514 Statistics with Probability EDU 522 Mathematics for the Middle School BIO 530 Environmental Science GSC 592 History of Science ENG 502 Advanced Grammar ENG 503 Advanced Literature in the Middle School ELECTIVES - GRADUATE COURSES 1 QTR. HRS. Approved by adviser. COURSES TAUGHT IN EDUCATION DEPARTMENT 501. Foundations of Education (5) An advanced course in the nature of education with reference to philosophical, historical, psychological, sociological, and cultural development. An examination of aims and values, learners and the learning process, social implications, organization and means of support, and trends for the future. Individual and group projects required in relation to interests and needs. Performance evaluation emphasized. Selected list of reading materials. 505. Advanced Middle Childhood Curriculum. (5) An extensive reading and study course in current trends in middle school curricula, examining innovative educational programs in this country and abroad. Individual and group projects required in relation to interests and needs. Performance evaluation emphasized. 510. Methods of Education Research. (5) An identification of educational problems and appropriate research strategies. An introduction to the statement of research subjects, the methods of gathering and arranging data, statistical methods of analysis, and the use and application of research results. 24 517. Science for the Young Child. A critical analysis of content, methodologies, and developmental procedures in science curriculum for the young child. Emphasis placed on the application of learning and sensorimotor skills to science content and processes. 518. Science for the Middle School. (5) A critical analysis of content, methodologies and developmental proce- dures in science curriculum for the middle school. Emphasis placed on the application of learning and sensorimotor skills to science content and pro- cesses. 519. Mathematics for the Young Chid. (5) A study of early childhood mathematics and methodology. 520. Advanced Trends in Language Arts. (5) A study of the development and structure of language as it affects the curriculum of the elementary school. An examination of each language area providing the elementary teacher with fundamental knowledge as a basis for classroom teaching. 522. Mathematics for the Middle School Child. (5) A study of middle school mathematics and methodology. 524. Current Trends in Early Childhood Curriculum. (5) An extensive investigation of development issues, and trends in early childhood education curriculum 525. Advanced Child development (5) An intensive study of the emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development of children during their first nine years, emphasizing changes as a result. 526. Communication Arts for the Young Child. (5) A study of language acquisition, development and variability and the implementation of classroom practices. Instructional techniques in oral language activities and activities basic to experiences in written language to be explored. 527. Creative Activities for the Young Child. (5) Selection, discussion, and implementation of creative activities in art, music, language arts, science and related fields. Special emphasis placed on growth and development that facilitate creative functioning. 528. Practicum in Early Childhood Education. (5) Supervised practice in approved institutional setting. Close supervision maintained by a member of the faculty. 529. Practicum in Middle Childhood Education. (5) Supervised practice in an approved middle childhood institutional set- ting. Close supervision maintained by a member of the faculty. 533. Exploring Multimedia. (5) This course will provide teachers and students the opportunity to use multimedia equipment which will enable them to combine text, color graph- ics, picture images, music, voice, and full motion video. Participants will experience and work with the latest multimedia computer technology. 25 536. Trends in Elementary Social Studies. (5) An overview of the social science disciplines with extensive reading in current materials. Development of curricula and resource materials for el- ementary social studies and presentation of materials developed for use in the classroom. 537. Trends in Middle School Social Studies. (5) An overview of the social science disciplines with extensive reading in current materials. Development of curricula and resource materials for middle school social studies and presentation of materials developed for use in the classroom. 540. Children's Literature. (5) A wide selection of reading material in the field of children's literature, including critical and biographical materials. Intensive study of one area in books for children and a report on research. Development of materials for enrichment of the elementary literature program. 541. Problems in Teaching Reading. (5) A practical application of theories in the process of reading. Identifica- tion and study of methods for dealing with normal, handicapped, slow and gifted readers. 543. Analysis and correction of Reading Difficulties. (5) Utilization of diagnostic and achievement tests to determine reading difficulty in elementary school children. Formal procedures for remedial classes are developed which are designed to improve instruction in the graduate student's own classrooms. The analysis of the tests and implica- tions for correction of reading difficulties are addressed. Elementary stu- dents are used for testing, analyzing the tests and preparing remediation. A formal case study is prepared at the conclusion of this testing. 549. Microteaching Using Media. (5) An advanced course in the philosophy, development, utilization, and evaluation of current experimentation. Major emphasis given to systems approach to media utilization. Individual and group projects required in relation to interests and needs. Performance evaluation emphasized. Se- lected list of reading. 556. Psycholinguistic Reading in the Elementary School. (5) Analysis of current trends and practices in the teaching of reading (grades K-8). Emphasis will be on psycholinguistic reading and practical applica- tion to the classroom and focus given to approaches presently being used in the elementary schools. 559. Introduction to Pupils with Special Needs. (5) A study of identification and diagnostic techniques for teachers as re- lated to areas of exceptionality among students and of alternative style of teaching to meet special needs. 572. Methods of Classroom Management. (5) A course designed to assist students in investigation and evaluation of the relationship between teacher effectiveness and classroom management, specifically how teacher planning, organization, and effectiveness relate to classroom management. Emphasis will also be given to various roles ex- pected of a teacher, alternative approaches to classroom discipline, both large and small group organization, and awareness of teacher stress, causes, and related problems. 26 695/696. Directed Independent Research. (5) Independent research is available to students who wish to pursue an in- depth study of an education topic beyond what is covered in the regular course offerings. A student may take no more than 10 quarter hours in independent study. COURSES TAUGHT IN BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT 530. Environmental Science. (5) A course dealing with the structure and function of econsystems and our use of natural resources. An emphasis is also placed on the production and consumption of energy, the treatment of water for drinking and the treatment of sewage prior to its return to the environment. COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH DEPARTMENT 501. Grammar for the Middle School. (5) A review of grammar as its throws light on present day usage. Attention will be given to departures from standard English which occur frequently in colloquial usage. 503. Literature for the Middle school. (5) A discussion of texts of literary merit suitable for the middle grades. Attention will also focus upon ways a teacher might use a given piece of literature in the classroom. COURSES TAUGHT IN CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS DEPARTMENT 592. History of Science. (5) A survey of the path taken by investigators in science through the ages and the influence of their culture on their work and thought. Primarily a library-discussion course to provide an integrated viewpoint of the various science disciplines. COURSES TAUGHT IN HISTORY DEPARTMENT 506. History of the South. (5) Emphasis on the Antebellum. Civil War. Reconstruction and New South periods. 515. Georgia History. (5) Summer. A study of Georgia history from the Pre-colonial period to the present with emphasis on the historical, social, economic and political develop- ment of the state. 516. Twentieth Century America. (5) An intensive study of the Untied States in the twentieth century at the graduate level. 543. Twentieth Century Russia. (5) An examination of the forces which resulted in the collapse of the Rus- sian Autocracy as well as the subsequent emergence and development of the Soviet State. 27 COURSES TAUGHT IN MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT 555. Mathematics for Elementary Teachers. (5) A study of topics land methods in mathematics needed to develop math- ematical concepts and skills in the elementary school. 556. Algebra for Elementary Teachers. (5) A study of special topics in Algebra relevant to school mathematics. 557. Geometry for Elementary Teachers. (5) A study of topics in Geometry relevant to school mathematics. 559. Problem Solving in School Mathematics. (5) Skills and strategies for solving mathematical problems are developed. The following topics are included in this course. Techniques of estimation; mental arithmetic; pattern exploration in developing generalization; use of calculators in skill and concept development, use of recreational math in motivation, techniques for testing conjectures. COURSES TAUGHT IN PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT 504. Advanced Educational Psychology. (5) A seminar course with emphasis upon motivation, methods of learning, ability level, behavioral characteristics, individual differences, and other related matters. 28 GRADUATE FACULTY BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Adolfo Benavides (1986) Professor of Business Administration and Economics B.B.A., University of Puerto Rico MA, Ph.D. Washington State University Jon Birkeli (1987) Professor of Business Administration and Economics A.B., Lenoir-Rhyne College Ph.D.. University of South Carolina Roland Cousins (1990) Professor of Business Administration and Economics B.S., M.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute D.B.A.. Indiana University Kevin Reidy (1990) Assistant Professor of Business Administration and Economics B.A., Gettysburg College; M.S., State University of New York-Binghamton; J.D., State University of New York-Buffalo; C.P.A. EDUCATION Joseph J. Cafaro (1984) Associate Professor of History A. A., Manatee Junior College; B.A., Florida Atlantic University; M.A., Ph.D.. Florida State University Charles H. Evans (1981) Professor of Psychology B.A., M.S.. Ph.D.. University of Georgia 29 Santiago A. Garcia (1977) Professor of Education B.A., Tulane University; M.A., San Jose State University, University of Mary- land; Ph.D., Georgia State University Jennifers. Harrison (1995) Assistant Professor of Education Baccalaureate, University of Warwick; M.Ed., University of Colorado; Ph.D., University of Florida Joyce B. Hillyer (1995) Assistant Professor of Education A.S., Southern Union Junior College; B.S., M.Ed., Ed.D., Auburn University Samuel G. Hornsby, Jr. (1966) Professor of English Oxford College of Emory University B.S.Ed., M.A., University of Georgia, University of London; Ph.D., Auburn Uiversity JohnC. Hurd (1974) Professor of Biology B.S.. Alabama College M.S., Ph.D., Auburn University Tony A.Johnson (1978) Professor of Psychology B.A., M.S., Mississippi State University Ph.D., University of Mississippi Evelyn B.Jordan (1977) Professor of Education A. A., Middle Georgia College; B.S.. University of Georiga; M.Ed.. Ed.D.. Auburn University 30 Charles P. Kraemer (1978) Professor of Psychology B.A., LaGrange College; M.S.. Ph.D., University of Georgia Greg A. McCallahan (1988) Associate Professor of Mathematics B.S., M.S. Auburn University; Ph.D.. Clemson University Frederick V. Mills (1967) Professor of History A.B.. Houghton College; S.T.B.. Temple School of Theology; M.Th., Princeton Theology Seminary; M.A.. Ph.D.. University of Pennsylvania Bailey Brooks Shelhorse. Jr. ( 1 968) Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science; A.B.. LaGrange College; M.A.. Louisiana State University. University of North Carolina; M.Ed.. Washington State University; Ph.D.. Georgia State University; M.S.. University of Evansville Scott H. Smith (1988) Associate Professor of English B.A.. Hobart College; M.A.. Ph.D.. University of Georgia AUGUST, 1995 31 INDEX Academic Appeals 14 Academic Load. Business Business 6 Education 22 Academic Probation 12 Accreditation 4 Admissions Business 5 Education 7 Appeals 14 Attendance 12 Candidacy, Education 21 Change of Regulations I Cheating 13 Class Attendance 12 Conditional Admission, Education 7 Course Load 6. 22 Courses Business 15 Education 23 Degree Requirements Business 15 Education 23 Dismissal 13 Expenses 9 Extension 6 Correspondence 22 Faculty 29 Fees 9 Final Examination, Education 21 Financial Assistance I I. 22 GPA. minimum 12 Grades 16, 21 Graduation Petition Business 16 Education 22 Guidance and Counseling, Education 23 List of Courses 15. 23 Payment 9 Philosophy of the College 2 Plagiarism 13 Policies 12 Probation 12 Program Design Early Childhood Education 23 Middle Childhood Education 23 Purpose. Business 15 Thesis. Education 22 Time Limitation Business 16 Education 21 Transfer Credit Business 6 Education 8 Tuition and Fees 9 32 p I o* i ^" > o *" S ^ - CT) ^ ' U CO u NJ Q_ vo e* z% 2. CD n o o ho o