Graduate Courses

A guide in the design, development, management, and evaluation of learning programs in organizational settings. Topics include the development of learning program proposals, innovative instructional techniques, and the best practices in learning management.

Through this course, students engage in a critical examination of science curricula at middle and high school through an exploration of theoretical perspectives informing curriculum design, how socio-cultural factors frame curriculum development and implementation, the role of standards, and developing curricula for equity and inclusion. These elements constitute the intended curriculum. Students also explore the enacted curriculum and what gets implemented, and the learned curriculum, which we can only identify through assessment. Students design, implement and evaluate a curriculum to their specifications and justifications.

Designed for students interested in the evolving fields of online & technologically enhanced pedagogy in all academic & professional disciplines. Course focuses on post-secondary teaching & reviews the fundamental theories & best practices in online instruction including instructional design, assessment techniques, models of peer instruction, learning management systems, evaluating learning modalities, gamification, & interaction design

Examines the potential of various genres of simulation & games (both analog & digital) as learning technologies through readings, discussion, play, design, & research. Literacy, identity, genre, interactivity, play, story, emotions, presence, & information visualization are among the cultural & cognitive concepts covered in this course. Student-selected assignments typically include reflections on game & simulation play, integrating games & simulations in formal learning environments, designing & developing prototypes of educational games & simulations, & conducting short exploratory research.

The use of applied scientific inquiry to formulate sets of guidelines for occupational therapy.

This multi-disciplinary course allows students from a variety of backgrounds to work together to develop examples of assistive technology. Partnering with outside organization students will work in teams to identify a clinical need relevant to a certain clinical site or client population, and learn the process of developing an idea and following that through the development of a prototype product. The major learning activity is the design and fabrication of a device (piece of equipment, software, etc.) that meets a specific need for a specific person with a disability or a clinic that treats clients with disabilities or a category of people with similar needs as a result of their disability.

Course is designed for researchers and designers interested in learning and design theory. Student will develop mobile apps for prototype learning experiences and be exposed to the fundamentals of JavaScript, AppFramework, Jquery, HTML/CSS,. Course will also focus on JavaScript libraries for mobile app development and other distribution options for app stores (i.e., Cordova). Students should have basic knowledge of HTML/CSS and some experience with JavaScript (i.e., knowing JavaScript is not required) or prior background in programming concepts (e.g., Actionscript).

This course will help students gain the skills and knowledge required to develop effective professional communications in music therapy. This includes learning how to determine 1) the focus of the information to be shared with colleagues, 2) the form of communication best suited to delivering this information, and 3) the clinical, theoretical, and experiential elements that will best convey the writer's/presenter's message. During the course, students will develop a detailed outline for either a publication or an oral presentation.

Revenue generation for the performing arts organization. Examines development and fund-raising in the performing arts organization with a view to students learning strategies and acquiring skills to raise funds from disparate sources. Development is examined in its potential for fulfilling planning objectives, community development, and stability for the performing arts organization.

Introduction to a wide range of development techniques for securing contributed income, including foundation, government and corporate grants and sponsorships; gifts from individuals through memberships, major gifts, planned giving and special events; and capital and endowment campaigns. Critical issues include how to identify potential donors, the solicitation process and support materials needed to 'make the ask,' the donor's perspective.

Chronological study of the evolution of plays and production styles from ancient Greece to the off-Broadway movement.History of theatre as a performing art and aesthetic experience.Research projects in selected periods of theatre development are required.

Introduces students to the conceptual and Practical integration of the developments and prevention sciences to address social, emotional, and health problems across the lifespan or during a particular developmental stage, e.g., middle childhood.

Doctoral-level forum at which speakers & students address current topics in developmental science including neurobiological, behavioral, & contextual processes across infancy, childhood, adolescence, & early adulthood. Topics are aimed at consolidation of doctoral students' advanced understanding of theoretical foundations & empirical innovations in the study of human development. Focuses on
social development, emotional development, & cognitive development within multiple cultural & socioeconomic contexts. Areas of research may include children’s language development, development of executive function & effortful control, & cultural & ethnic identity development.

Advanced study of theories & empirical research relating of the intellectual, social, & emotional development in children & adolescents.

This course is intended to introduce students to the theory, practice and clinical applications of individual and group Developmental Transformations (DvT), an improvisational approach to drama therapy. The course will include both experiential and didactic components. Opportunities for continuing to learn about and specialize in DvT will be provided.

Through scholarly discussions, introduction of techniques, and resource sharing, students will explore a broad range of theories and methodologies of devised theatre. Through readings, students will investigate experimental, avant-garde and postmodern performance theory and develop an in-depth understanding of dramatic and narrative structures, which outline how collective and contemporary theatrical art has been conceived, produced and managed. The course will culminate in developing new work for a Devised Theatre Showcase.

Through scholarly discussions, introduction of techniques, and resource sharing, students will explore a broad range of theories and methodologies of devised theatre. Through readings, students will investigate experimental, avant-garde and postmodern performance theory and develop an in-depth understanding of dramatic and narrative structures, which outline how collective and contemporary theatrical art has been conceived, produced and managed. The course will culminate in developing new work for a Devised Theatre Showcase.

Educational theatre practitioners need not only an understanding of the basic conventions of educational drama but a wider understanding of the climate of education and the arts. Professionals must be able to respond to the changing needs of urban students, the challenges of today's society and the broader national educational goals. The class is designed for students who have basic knowledge of the conventions of educational drama and theatre who wish to transfer their classroom experience of a broader venue. Students will build an understanding of different strategies for structuring drama curriculum building to a larger drama program. Participants will develop curriculum targeted at a particular population that they may encounter working as a professional in the field and explore curriculum development for both short and long term programs including the elements involved in creating and developing new drama programs within already existing arts programs or other related settings. Students explore the variety of issues involved in developing new drama programs including assessing a community's needs, recognizing cultural influences and developing long term goals.

Production-based course designed as a structured classroom environment for hands-on, critical inquiry. Students receive research guidance, feedback & support for individually-designed & executed digital media/computational projects. May be taken in conjunction with another MCC course or as a stand-alone course in which students develop an independent project that may be an outgrowth of a previous MCC course.

Examine digital media for learning in museums (e.g., XR, games, mobile apps, and more). Activities include hands-on exhibit design projects (group and individual), student presentations, museum visits, and case studies. Apply learning theories and design frameworks to analyze an existing museum exhibit, or design your own. Home skills in user research, rapid prototyping, public piloting, iterative design, and securing resources. Accept the challenge of stepping out of your academic comfort zone and developing your own professional success measure