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Psychology
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Child Psychopathology |
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Includes an overview of the characteristics, classification, and developmental course of disorders of childhood and adolescence. Introduces an integrative approach incorporating different theoretical models. Considers biological, familial, social and cultural contexts and individual differences. Prevention and intervention approaches discussed. |
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Abnormal Psychology |
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Descriptive and explanatory models are detailed in relation to their relevance to behavior pathology and the prevention of abnormal behavior. |
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Clinical Psychology |
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Discussion of techniques of psychotherapy, crisis intervention, interviewing, clinical assessment and prevention of disorder. Emphasis on psychotherapy as a process of understanding. |
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Topics in Psychology |
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Coverage of a topic not central to other courses in the department. Topics will vary depending on the interest of students and faculty. |
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Foundations of School Psychology |
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An introduction to school psychology as a profession and to education as the primary arena within which school psychologists operate. Historical foundations and current status of education, introduction to special education, basic legal and ethical issues, professional roles, and the relationship of school psychologists to other educational and mental health team members are addressed. |
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Children's Thinking |
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Course covers key research and theories in cognitive development. Topics will center on development of perceptual abilities, language, memory, concepts, social cognition, and problem solving from birth through adolescence. |
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Biopsychology |
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A study of brain-behavior relationships emphasizing human clinical applications. |
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Measurement Theory |
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Theory and principles involved in test construction and interpretation. Issues associated with testing practices and various categories of tests are reviewed. Laboratory in administration of educational tests required. |
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Measurement Theory Lab |
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Laboratory in administration of educational tests. |
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Assessment/Intervention I: Basic Processes |
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Basic theories and processes of school psychological assessment and interventions in a data-based problem solving framework. A variety of assessment techniques are covered including observation, interviewing, rating scales, functional behavior assessment, curriculum-based assessment and basics of parent/teacher consultation. Emphasis on ensuring decisions and interventions are creating positive change for students from a wide variety of socioeconomic, cultural and language backgrounds. Concurrent enrollment in PSY 641 Practicum I. |
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Assessment/Intervention I Lab |
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Assessment/Intervention I: Basic Processes Lab |
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Assessment/Intervention II: Special Populations |
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Includes intellectual assessment and instructional intervention techniques with an emphasis on linking assessment and intervention. Focus on students with mild to moderate disabilities. Written and oral communication skills emphasized. Registration in separate lab required. Concurrent enrollment in PSY 642 Practicum II. |
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Assessment/Intervention II: Special Populations Lab |
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Assessment/Intervention II: Special Populations Lab |
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Statistics/Methods for School Psychologists |
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Examines principles of univariate and non-parametric statistics, including inferential tests, correlations, and regression, as well as critical analysis and interpretation of school psychology relevant research articles. Also includes examination of experimental, quasi-experimental, survey, and descriptive research, focusing on designs, validity, power, effect size, and ethical principles. Prerequisite: One course in statistics. |
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Methods for Evidence Based Practice |
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Primary focus on data collection and analysis skills for the practicing educators. Applied research and data analysis techniques used for evidence based practice including single subject and small n designs; program evaluation; and action research. Ethical issues related to school-based data sets and vulnerable and diverse populations. |
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Research Seminar I in School Psychology |
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Seminar in applications and procedures when conducting psychological research. Writing a research proposal. |
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Research Seminar II |
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PSY 635 |
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Advanced seminar in applications and procedures when conducting psychological research. Two credits when taken concurrently with PSY 696; one credit when taken concurrently with PSY 699. |
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Practicum in School Psychology I |
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On-site exposure to the practice of school psychological services and supervised experience in applying principles and techniques learned in Assessment/Intervention I. 100 clock hours. |
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Practicum in School Psychology II |
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On-site exposure to the practice of school psychological services and supervised experience in applying principles and techniques learned in Assessment/Intervention II. 100 clock hours. |
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Topics in Psychology |
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Topical seminar in Psychology; may be repeated when the topic changes. |
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