Courses

This course provides an overview of qualitative and quantitative research methods in the interdisciplinary fields of media, cultural, communication, and technology studies. It examines the philosophical and theoretical assumptions behind various methodologies, the research questions served by different methods, the usefulness and limits of methods, and strategies to design a research project. It serves as an introduction to the research of MCC faculty.

Year long set (10-15) of professionalization classes and writing workshops on topics such as teaching, publishing, fellowships/grants, conferences, and going on the job market.

This workshop focused on literature & case studies drawn from institutional research as a way of helping students translate their interest in a particular problem of practice into a prospectus for an Ed.D culminating project. Students learn about the conduct of institutional research, study the methodologies & designs most frequently used in institutional research projects. The intent of the workshop is to provide opportunities for participants to select & apply methodologies & designs to potential culminating projects & to receive feedback on their efforts from faculty members & others members of their cohort & to assist them in completing the prospectus required for advancement to candidacy.

The formulation of doctoral research strategies in educational theatre. Planning of relevant methodology; evaluation of research problems in progress.

Integrative experience that includes a consideration and evaluation of periodical literature, research studies, and innovations in the field.

Critical examination of research proposals, methods, data collection and analysis, other issues related to development and completion of the doctoral dissertation. Attendance is required every semester of graduate study. Registration is required in lieu of the 1 point Doctoral Advisement Fee every semester in which students are enrolled for less than 3 points. Credits do not count toward the doctoral degree.

This seminar will allow students to read the seminal literature in their field of study and to engage with other students in extended discussion of the importance of critical reading of any and all texts.

This seminar will help to guide students as they develop a dissertation proposal.

Provides an opportunity to discuss progress and problems encountered in the writing of the dissertation. Students are expected to report on their research progress every semester and to offer constructive criticism to the other students in the group.

Students explore ideas through discussion, library research, and other means for the purpose of selecting topics for their projects or proposals. Individual presentations are scheduled and students obtain feedback from the instructor and the other students. Topics involving research, such as human subjects protection requirements, appropriate statistical procedures, instrumentation, proper writing style and scholarly referencing, or database search techniques and library usage are covered as needed. After completion of the 3 required credits students are expected to attend weekly meetings until the completion of the proposal.

Investigates issues and research in the linguistic theory to educational problems. Distinguishes between traditional (common sense) and progressive (uncommon sense) approaches to such issues as language and gender, language and learning, literacy as a sociocultural phenomenon.

All new doctoral students register for this integrative seminar. The focus is on higher & workplace education as a professional field, on the conduct of literature reviews, on writing a synthesis, of the research literature & on understanding research. The goal of the seminar is the production of a paper that can with additional development help the student achieve candidacy.

This course provides an introduction to the content and methods of current research on reading comprehension. The course draws on a developmental and componential view of literacy that emphasizes the multidimensional, interactive nature of reading comprehension. Key topics include theoretical models of reading comprehension development, individual differences in reading skills, bilingual and second-language reading development, discipline-specific reading processes, and evidence-based instructional approaches to improve students’ reading comprehension.

Examines theory and research in the teaching of composition. Also considers the role of the practitioner in creating knowledge in the areas of composition teaching.

Focuses on current issues in the field and brings to bear various research methodologies in reviewing current literature and developing novel approaches to the underlying problem.

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Rehearsal techniques and special problems in ensemble performance.

This course fosters connections between arts-based activities and classroom curriculum. Participants become familiar with artistic strategies for integrating curricula in school and alternative education settings. Exploration focused on, but not limited to: situated learning as a theory for effective lesson planning, drama as a curricular entry point, dramatic investigation of source material, methods of engaging in reflection through drama, and potential adaptations for target populations.

Site visits to cultural houses, educational institutions, & community venues which specialize in drama & youth. Investigation & studies of new global initiatives.

An overview of current global approaches to approaches to youth theatre, drama in education, and theatre for young audiences.