FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION (FDN)  




FDN 5000. Research Methods/(3).F;S.
The primary purpose of this course is to enable
practitioners to read, interpret, and conduct
research aimed at improving their practice in
their professions. The course includes a study of
research methods, encompassing those used in
action research, experimental, non-experimental,
and qualitative research, evaluation, and policy
analysis designs.




FDN 5040. Teacher as Researcher/(3).F;S.
This course provides an opportunity for
practitioners to explore, using systematic
observations and reflection, an area of interest
in their professional practice. Teachers will
research and solve specific problems in
educational settings. The ultimate goal is that
the inquiry conducted by the student should lead
to an improvement in practice and to an increased
understanding of the issues, both theoretical and
practical, that arise in the course of conducting
research. (Same as CI/RE/SPE 5040.)




FDN 5220. Computers in Educational Settings/(2-3).F.
Exploration of the various roles of computers in
instructional, service and clinical settings.
Students enrolling for two credit hours must
register for a one credit hour program area
course. Students enrolling for three credit hours
continue in FDN 5220 focusing on computer use in a
program area. Prerequisite: competency in the use
of the micro-computer and word processing or by
permission of instructor.




FDN 5320. Telecommunications Technologies in
Education/(3).F;S.On Demand.
The exploration of telecommunications in the
learning environment, including attributes of
learning activities that take advantage of
telecommunications facilities, establishing and
running learning activities using
telecommunications technologies, types of
technologies and networks available, setting up
telecommunications connections, and maintaining
telecommunications facilities.




FDN 5420. Hypermedia in Instruction/(3).F;S.On Demand.
Exploration of the various forms of hypermedia
available to educators and their role in the
learning setting. Particular attention will be
given to the development of learning activites
that take advantage of the hypermedia environment.




FDN 5430. Issues in Learning with Computers/(3).On
Demand.
Students will explore selected issues related to
the use of computer technology in learning
settings from several perspectives and be asked to
identify actions that may be effective related to
those issues. Topics addressed in the class will
be selected from current issues having significant
impact in learning settings.




FDN 5500. Independent Study/(1-4).On Demand.




FDN 5530-5549. Selected Topics/(1-4).On Demand.
Subject matter may vary from term to term
depending on student interest and need. A student
may enroll more than once in a selected topics
course provided that the content does not
duplicate that of the previous course. Limit of
six hours credit.




FDN 5560. Classroom Assessment/(3).F;S.
This course is a survey of key measurement and
assessment concepts needed by classroom teachers.
It focuses on developing and using classroom
assessments, including informal observations, that
are linked to instructional objectives and
classroom practices, and on the interpretation of
state-mandated, formal assessments. Traditional
forms of assessment along with newer forms of
assessment, including performance and portfolio
assessments, are emphasized. Students will also
receive instruction on applying ABC Tools,
software provided by the State of North Carolina,
for analyzing ABC test results. Each student will
be required to complete an action research project
related to classroom assessment practices.




FDN 5600. Educational Statistics/(3).F;S.
A study of descriptive statistics, correlational
techniques, and simple regression as applied to
practice and research in education and counseling.
Instruction in and extensive use of SPSS
statistical package included. (Dual-listed with
FDN 4600.)




FDN 5620. Integrating Computer Technology into
Instruction/(3).F;S.On Demand.
The study of processes that facilitate the
incorporation of computer capabilities into the
K-12 school curriculum, including the
identification of appropriate instructional
settings for computer use and the means to support
teachers as they introduce the use of computers
into the curriculum. Special emphasis will be
placed on the development of the use of the  
computer as a tool that enables learning.




FDN 5630. Advanced Web Design for Education/(3).
On Demand.
Explores web page designs and elements that
support the development of interactive web-based
learning activities, tools, techniques, and trends
in educational web site design. Appropriate for
students with advanced interest and skill in the
design of interactive, pedagogically-sound web
sites, especially those which support student
learning and online courses.




FDN 5720. Planning for Instructional Technology in
Schools/(3).F;S.On Demand.
The development of technology plans for existing
and future schools that incorporate current levels
of technology and allow for the growth into new
technologies. Included will be the evaluation of
hardware and software and the development of
networking systems.




FDN 5800. History of American Education/(3).S.
A study of the historical development of education
in the United States. Special emphasis is given to
educational concepts and practices as they relate
to political, social, and cultural development in
the growth of a system of public education.




FDN 5801. Education of the Culturally Diverse/(3).F.
A general survey of situations encountered by the
teacher in a culturally diverse society. An
emphasis on the development of the empathetic
teacher and the creation of teacher strategies and
materials. (Dual-listed with FDN 4800.)




FDN 5810. Education in Appalachian America/(3).S.
A course designed to assist the teacher of
mountain children in understanding the pupil and
school in the Appalachian culture. Various
Appalachian cultural descriptors and their effect
on schooling will be discussed with attention to
the creation of teaching strategies and materials.
(Dual-listed with FDN 4810.)




FDN 5840. Social and Philosophical Foundations of
Education/(3).F;S.
An examination of the philosophical assumptions
which appear to influence education policy
decisions and an examination of social forces
which impact on education - particularly the
process we call schooling. Inquiry into
significant social and philosophical issues in
education is a major component.




FDN 5861. History of Postsecondary Education in
America/(3).F.
The study of the development of colleges and
universities, community, junior, and technical
colleges; and the adult and community education
movements. The impact of movement in education,
internationally on the development of
postsecondary education in America are explored.
The study of current issues and problems in
postsecondary education is included.




FDN 5870. Statistical Applications in Education/(2).F.
Advanced statistical methods and analysis as
applied to education.




FDN 5900. Internship in Educational Computing/(2-6).On
Demand.
Supervised experiences of leadership and
management under the direction of competent
personnel or study of problems in a public school,
public school system, or other appropriate
agency/institution. Graded on an S/U basis.




FDN 5989. Graduate Research/(1-9).F;S.
This course is designed to provide access to
University facilities for continuing graduate
research at the master's and specialist's levels. 
It is graded on an S/U basis and does not count
toward a degree.




FDN 5999. Thesis/(3-4).On Demand.
For (077) Instructional Technology Specialist
only. Graded on an S/U basis.




FDN 6000. Seminar in Research Design/(1-3).F;S.
The application of research techniques in the
investigation of educational problems. This course
is of particular value in the definition and
design of the research required for advanced
graduate degrees.




FDN 6500. Independent Study/(1-4).On Demand.




FDN 6530-6549. Selected Topics/(1-4).On Demand.




FDN 6600. Historical Survey of Reading
Education/(3).F.
Provides student with breadth and depth in the
evolution of the field of reading. History of the
field will be studied along the following
subdivisions: (1) sociology of reading, (2)
physiology and psychology of reading, and (3)
pedagogy of reading.