Environmental Studies Major

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1 Environmental Studies Major The Environmental Studies Program is an interdisciplinary program that will stimulate informed democratic citizenship in a global environment and enhance one s knowledge of the complex and dynamic relationship between humans and the natural world. All students seeking an Environmental Studies degree should consult with the Environmental Studies Coordinator early in their college experience to ensure the most appropriate course of study to achieve their goals. Core Courses (required and earn a grade of C- or above): EV110. Introduction to Environmental Studies (1) EV130. Environmental Biology (4) EV251. Creating a Green Society in the U.S. (3) EV252. Environmental Ethics (3) EV350. Global Environmentalism (3) EV370, EV371. Environmental Studies Internship (1-4) OR EV391, EV392. Environmental Studies Research (1-2) EV481. Environmental Studies Capstone (1) Supporting Courses (required): PO105. The American Political System (3) EC120. Principles of Economics (3) EN210. Business and Professional Writing (3) Concentration Courses (required and earn a grade of C- or above): Choose at least 6 courses, with at least 300 level: (4 courses from one concentration and 2 courses from the other concentration) Environmental Policy Concentration CO251. Introduction to Public Relations (3) (pre-req. = CO101 or consent of instructor) CO306. The Discourse of Environmental Advocacy (3) CO306. The Discourse of Environmental Documentary (3) CO310. Small Group Communication (3) (pre-req. = CO101 or consent of instructor) CO343. Communication and Conflict (3) PO221. Introduction to International Relations (3) PO235. Introduction to the Criminal Justice System (3) SO201. Statistical Methods in the Behavioral Sciences (3) (pre-req. = PS130 or SO100) SO330. Sociology of Gender (3) (pre-req. = SO100) SO390. Environmental Sociology (3) SO365. Sociology of Globalization (3) Natural Resources Concentration BI125. Local Flora (4) BI220. Field Ecology (4) BI280. Ecological Journeys (4) BI314. Ecology (4) (pre-req. = BI105/155 and BI108/158 or consent of instructor) BI325. Vertebrate Biology (4) (pre-req. = BI108/158 or consent of instructor) BI326. Plant Biology (4) (pre-req. = BI108/158 or consent of instructor) BI340. Conservation Biology (4) (pre-req. = BI105/155 or BI108/158 or BI130 or consent of instructor) CH106. Elemental Geosystems (3) ES321/IN251. Health and Pollution (3) MA130. Elementary Probability and Statistics with Spreadsheets (4) OR BI240. Analysis Biologicl Data (4) PH223. Scientific Revolutions: History and Philosophy of Science (3) Organizational Leadership Minor

2 Student who complete a minor in Organizational Leadership (OL) will become more effective organization members, whether their chosen career is in business, non-profits, arts, agriculture, service, sales or government. Students will possess strong leadership, communications, team building, and ethical decision-making skills, along with a greater understanding of organization behavior. Students will utilize their skills to analyze, interpret, and reflect on the impact a local organization has on its people (and vice versa); providing a career-enchancing performance learning opportunity and developing a network of professional contacts while still at Millikin. The minor includes an internship at a local business as a culminating course. Note: This program is offered in non-traditional, online and accelerated formats to non-ol majors only. Unlike OL major courses, the OL minor course do not require acceptance into Millikin s PACE program. A minimum of 21 credit hours is required, with at least 9 credits earned in courses numbered 300 or above. Required Courses: OL300. Self-Leadership (3) OL306. Organizational Behavior (3) OL310. Group and Team Dynamics (3) OL344. Organizational Leadership (3) OL425. Organizational Discovery (3) Electives Courses: CO 343.Conflict and Communication (3) CO344. Leadership and Communication (3) CO345. Leading Organizational Change (3) MG345. Change and Leadership (3) OL355. Special Topics in OL OL385. Leadership, Diversity and Multiculturalism (3) *Additional courses made be added to this list of electives per program approval. Organization Leadership Certificate Student who complete a certificate in Organizational Leadership (OL) will become more effective organization members, whether their chosen career is in business, non-profits, arts, agriculture, service, sales or government. Students will possess strong leadership, communications, team building, and ethical decision-making skills, along with a greater understanding of organization behavior. Students will utilize their skills to analyze, interpret, and reflect on the impact a local organization has on its people (and vice versa); providing a career-enchancing performance learning opportunity and developing a network of professional contacts while still at Millikin. The minor includes an internship at a local business as a culminating course. Note: This program is offered in non-traditional, online and accelerated formats to non-ol majors only. Unlike OL major courses, the OL minor course do not require acceptance into Millikin s PACE program. Required Courses: OL300. Self-Leadership (3) OL306. Organizational Behavior (3) OL310. Group and Team Dynamics (3) OL344. Organizational Leadership (3) Enrollment Guidelines: The certificate requires fewer hours than the full OL minor, and is not equivalent to the minor. This is a stand-alone program of focused study. Part-time non-degree seeking students or community members may complete this program with an academic degree from Millikin or elsewhere. The certificate is intended to provide a foundational set of courses emphasizing theory and practice in organizational leadership. Students will be able to complete the required coursework with 2-4 semesters. This program is offered to non-traditional, online and accelerated formats only.

3 Early Childhood Developmental Therapy Program (B.S. or B.A.) (B.S. also available through PACE delivery) Candidates in this major complete the requirements leading to certification as a Developmental Therapist. Candidates for this major should have (1) a broad background in early childhood education, (2) methods classes offering instruction and assessment strategies for instruction with young children, (3) professional education classes providing theory and experiences concerning learning environments, and (4) an understanding of the needs of young children with special needs. The courses needed to gain this preparation are listed below for both the degrees available to Early Childhood Developmental Therapy candidates Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degrees. The list includes courses required by University Studies and by the School of Education. Candidates completing this program will receive the developmental therapist credential and the leading internship to final certification as a Developmental Therapist. Course descriptions for the Early Childhood Developmental Therapy major courses and professional education courses may be found below. Early Childhood Developmental Therapy Major Courses ED120. Introduction to American Education (3) ED170, 172. Education Internship (1) ED216. Instructional Strategies for Individuals with Learning Disabilities in K-12 Classrooms (3) ED310. Communities of Learners (3) ED420. Instructional Analysis, Design, and Assessment in Pre-student Teaching (2) ED473 Developmental Therapy Internship ED487 Developmental Therapy Seminar Sophomore Block - Semester 3 - Fall Only ED202. Early Childhood Methods (3) ED209. Foundations of Bilingual Education (IN251) (3) ED232. Early Childhood Development (3) ED240. Infant and Child Assessment w/ Families (3) ED239. Char. Of Young Children w/ Special Needs (3) Sophomore - Semester 4 - Spring Only ED237. Health, Nutrition, and Welfare (3) ED204. Literacy I: Children s Literature (3) ED238. Child Language Development and Linguistics (3) Junior - Semester 5 - Fall Only ED337. Art Integration in Early Childhood and Elementary Education (3) Junior Block - Semester 6 - Spring Only (Admission to the School of Education required) ED332. Teaching Language Arts and Social Studies (3) ED335. Children, Families, and Community Engagement (3) ED336. Math and Science Methods ED339. Methods in Early Childhood Special Education (3) Senior Year - Semester 7 - Fall Only ED435. Reading Methods in ECE (3) ED430. Leadership and Prof. In Early Childhood Programs (3) ED439. Assessment and Diagnosis of Children with Special Needs (3) ED401. Integrating Culture in the Classroom (ICS) (3)

4 Instructional Development Program (B.S. or B.A.) (B.S. also available through PACE delivery) Candidates for the major of Instructional Development should have (1) a strong background in educational theory and curriculum, (2) opportunity for practice in the field of instruction, and (3) engagement with community partners through a senior level performance learning experience. The courses needed to gain this preparation are listed below for both the degrees available to Instructional Development candidates Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S) degrees. The list includes courses required by MPSL University Studies and the School of Education. The curriculum for Instructional Development is designed for students interested in a career in education but not necessarily classroom teaching. This major includes 36 credits in Education before a community-based practicum to apply learned knowledge of human development, learning theories, and discipline-specific content to develop instruction for children and/or families in a community engaged internship. In addition to a combination of 36 credits from Education courses, and the MPSL, students are encouraged to consider courses in departments with a focus on community relations, social justice, and US cultures and structures to meet the minimum requirements of the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts. Additionally, candidates for the Instructional Development major should seek minors, endorsements, or certificates from other departments and colleges to pair with the knowledge and experience of this program. Instructional Development Major Courses Students must complete a minimum of 36 credit hours in a combination of education (ED) courses. Of the earned credit hours courses, the following courses are required: ED120. Introduction to Education ED170/172. Education Internship ED200/232 and/or ED201 (3) Human Development Prek-6 th and 6 th 12 th for young children or adolescents ED237 (3) Health, Nutrition, and Welfare of Young Children ED335 Children, Family, and Community Engagement English as a Second Language/Bilingual Certificate Students who complete this certificate are interested in addressing the linguistic and cultural needs of English language learners (ELLs). These courses prepare students to develop culturally responsive interactions in diverse settings. Required Courses (9 credits) ED209. Foundations of Bilingual Education (3) ED238. Child Language Development and Linguistics (3) ED401. Integrating Culture in Classroom (3) Literacy Certificate The purpose of the Literacy Certificate is to highlight coursework that includes a common thread of literacy for children. Literacy courses focus on children s ability to read and write but also relate to other forms of literacy such as visual literacy, digital literacy, media literacy, and cultural literacy. Students may choose one of two tracks for this certificate according to the course selection: Emergent Literacy or Intermediate/Adolescent Literacy. ED204. Children s Literature (3) ED206. Language Arts Methods (3) OR ED332. Teaching Language Arts and Social Studies in Early Childhood (3)

5 ED238. Child Language Development and Linguistics (3) OR EN222. Adolescent Literature (3) ED305. Literacy III: Teaching Reading Methods (3) OR ED435. Reading Methods in Early Childhood (3) Multicultural Leadership Certificate. Explore definitions of culture and diversity and examine approaches to multiculturalism in today s global society. This certificate program prepares students to be leaders in fostering public good in multicultural environments. Participate in a service learning project to address multicultural issues in the local community. ED209. Foundations of Bilingual Education (3) ED401. Integrating Culture in Classroom (3) OL385. Leadership, Diversity, and Multiculturalism (3) CO432. Intercultural Communication (3) Special Education Certificate In the Special Education Certificate program, students learn about the characteristics common to thirteen different types of disabilities, the psychological and practical impact that having a disability has on an individual and their family, and the most effective strategies for working with individuals with disabilities. Coursework in this certificate is designed to provide students with a depth of knowledge and understanding of disabilities that is complemented by fieldwork that provides students with the opportunity for first-hand experience to apply that newfound knowledge. ED220. An Introduction to Educating Individuals with Diverse Abilities (3) ED215. Learning Differences of Individuals with Mild to Moderate Educational Learning Needs (3) ED216. Instructional Strategies for Individuals with Learning Disabilities in K-12 Classrooms (3) ED301. Access to General Curriculum and Individual Education Programs (IEPS) (3) OR ED408. Diagnosis and Assessment of Learners with Exceptional Learning Needs (3)