This course is designed to explore advanced concepts of integrative curricular design. It touches such curricular issues as multiculturalism, change, society, transitions, technology, decision-making, planning, and evaluation. A variety of curriculum projects is explored.
Examines the role of the school district in the life of the civic community. Develops public relations programs that bring about positive school-community interaction. Stresses effective relationships between central office personnel and school board.
Law and Policy in Higher Education introduces students to the legal and policy aspects of higher education. Law and policy as it relates to due process for both students and employees at colleges and universities will be emphasized. Recent higher education policy and legislation is researched, analyzed, and discussed in some depth.
The course seeks to help students analyze recent legislation and arrive at a basic understanding of the national policy context that influences American higher education. This seminar will also help students gain a greater understanding of the structures, functions, and issues facing state governance of higher education in the
U.S., including the role of governing boards; relationship between the federal government and state higher education; appropriations and budgeting; financial aid; equity and access; and relationships between governing bodies and higher education institutions. - Health Promotion Economics: Six of the class sessions will be in person and the balance will be online for Fall 2009. Please consult the syllabus on the website.
This course is designed to give the student an understanding of how the law affects the delivery of healthcare services. The course covers the role law plays in licensing and regulating healthcare providers, structuring healthcare institutions, assigning liability for medical mistakes, resolving ethical issues, and insuring equal access to healthcare.