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MUSC 5811 - Vocal Jazz III
Credits: 0.5
Max Credit (Max. 12)
Sings standard repertory from various jazz traditions, often with rhythm section. Focus on building musical skill and literacy in the jazz idiom. Students may be asked to take on leadership roles. Audition only.
Prerequisite: Audition required. Graduate standing.
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MUSC 5815 - Bel Canto Women’s Chorus III
Credits: 0.5
Max Credit (Max. 12)
Builds community through score study and the development of fundamental musicianship skills, including sight singing, ear training, and vocal technique. Students may be asked to take on leadership roles. This ensemble is open to both music majors and non-music majors without audition.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
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MUSC 5817 - Laramie Civic Chorus III
Credits: 0.5
Max Credit (Max. 12)
Welcomes students, faculty, and community members. Repertoire includes musical works from a multiplicity of style periods and genres in both Western and non-Western traditions and includes regular collaboration with the UW Symphony Orchestra for major choral works. Students may be asked to take on leadership roles.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing; audition required.
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MUSC 5820 - Opera Theatre
Credits: 0.5
Max Credit (Max. 2)
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MUSC 5830 - Symphony Orchestra III
Credits: 0.5
Max Credit (Max. 2)
The premier orchestral ensemble in the Department of Music. Participation in this ensemble prepares students to perform some of the great symphonic literature from a wide variety of musical periods.
Prerequisite: graduate or Performer’s Certificate students; audition required.
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MUSC 5840 - Chamber Orchestra
Credits: 0.5-1
Max Credit (Max. 2)
Devoted to the rehearsal and performance of masterpieces from the chamber orchestra repertoire. Students in the 5840 level of Chamber Orchestra will be expected to assume leadership roles within the ensemble, help with bowings, lead sectionals and be highly proficient on their individual parts.
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MUSC 5850 - Percussion Ensemble
Credits: 0.5
Max Credit (Max. 2)
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MUSC 5860 - Brass Ensemble III
Credits: 0.5
Max Credit (Max. 2)
The University of Wyoming Brass Ensemble is a course devoted to the rehearsal and performance of masterpieces from the brass chamber repertoire. Students in the 5860 level of Brass Ensemble will be expected to have a high level of proficiency on their parts and assume leadership roles within the ensemble.
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MUSC 5870 - Woodwind Ensemble III
Credits: 0.5
Max Credit (Max. 2)
Preparation and performance in a select woodwind chamber ensemble of the finest standard and contemporary wind ensemble literature.
Prerequisite: graduate or Performer’s Certificate students; audition required.
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MUSC 5880 - Chamber Music III
Credits: 0.5
Max Credit (Max. 2)
Designed to provide students with training in the ideal medium of chamber music (small ensembles, such as trio, string quartet, etc. ), where they can apply and integrate all elements of their musical knowledge. These include but are not limited to rhythm, intonation, tone-production, blend, musical interpretation, concept of style, etc.
Prerequisite: graduate or Performer’s Certificate students; audition required.
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MUSC 5885 - Collaborative Piano III
Credits: 1-2
Max Credit (Max. 8)
Encompasses supervised practice in the art of collaborative piano playing. Discusses traditional usages as applicable to various schools and periods of vocal and instrumental duo literature.
Prerequisite: Audition required; MUSC 3280 or equivalent and graduate standing.
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MUSC 5920 - Continuing Registration: On Campus
Credits: 1-2
Max Credit (Max. 16)
Prerequisite: advanced degree candidacy.
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MUSC 5940 - Continuing Registration: Off Campus
Credits: 1-2
Max Credit (Max. 16)
Prerequisite: advanced degree candidacy.
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MUSC 5959 - Enrichment Studies
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 99)
Designed to provide an enrichment experience in a variety of topics.
Note: Note: credit in this course may not be included in a graduate program of study for degree purposes.
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MUSC 5960 - Thesis Research
Credits: 1-12
Max Credit (Max. 24)
Designed for students who are involved in research for their thesis project. Also used for students whose coursework is complete and are writing their thesis.
Prerequisite: enrollment in a graduate degree program.
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MUSC 5961 - Plan B Paper/Plan B Lecture- Recital
Credits: 0
Plan B Paper/Plan B Lecture- Recital. Required capstone for the MM degree. Required capstone for the MM degree. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only.
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MUSC 5990 - Internship
Credits: 1-12
Max Credit (Max. 24)
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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NAIS 1001 - Foundations in American Indian Studies
Credits: 3
Explains the development of American Indian studies and will show how a variety of disciplines continue to inform this field and interact to facilitate the exploration of its major topics of concern, including Native histories, cultures, and contemporary lives.
USP Code [CS,D< >(none)]
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NAIS 1010 - Beginning Indigenous Language
Credits: 4
Fundamentals of grammar, conversation, composition, and reading.
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NAIS 1030 - Social Justice in the 21st Century
Credits: 3
Appropriate for students interested in diversity and social justice. Topics covered through an interdisciplinary study of people and society range from identity, critical thinking, empowerment, role models, stereotyping, institutional discrimination, and tolerance. The key lynchpin is active participation in the development and maintenance of just communities.
Cross Listed AAST 1030 /AMST 1030 /GWST 1030 /LTST 1030 .
USP Code [I,D< >(none)]
Note: Enrollment preference will be given to “We The People” FIG students.
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NAIS 1350 - American Indians in Contemporary Society
Credits: 3
Examines social and cultural issues and concerns of American Indians both on and off the reservations. Additionally, the status of American Indian people within the dominant society and culture will be explored.
Cross Listed SOC 1350 .
USP Code [CS,D< >(none)]
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NAIS 2010 - Intermediate Indigenous Language
Credits: 4
Second level fundamentals of grammar, conversation, composition, and reading.
Prerequisite: NAIS 1010 .
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NAIS 2060 - Topics
Credits: 1-4
Max Credit (Max. 6)
Popular and current topics in American Indian studies.
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NAIS 2210 - North American Indians
Credits: 3
Comparative consideration of North American Indian culture areas at European contact period.
Cross Listed ANTH 2210 .
USP Code [CS, D< > (none)]
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NAIS 2290 - History of North American Indians
Credits: 3
Studies American Indian history through 500 years and across the continent. Considers Indian political, social, and economic continuity and change. Focuses on how Indian peoples experienced and responded to times of dramatic change.
Cross Listed HIST 2290 .
USP Code [CH,D< >(none)]
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NAIS 2340 - Native American Culture and Literature
Credits: 3
Broad cultural study of Native Americans, past and present. Emphasizes folklore and literature.
Cross Listed ENGL 2340 .
USP Code [CH,D< >(none)]
Prerequisite: WA course.
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NAIS 2345 - American Indians in Hollywood Film
Credits: 3
Examines the ways Hollywood films have constructed various forms of racial identity for American Indians.
Cross Listed ENGL 2345 .
USP Code [CH,D< >(none)]
Prerequisite: WA.
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NAIS 3000 - Plains Culture and History
Credits: 3
An ethnohistorical study of those Native peoples inhabiting the Plains region of the U. S. from prehistory to the present.
Cross Listed HIST 3000 .
USP Code [D< >(none)]
Prerequisite: 6 hours of HIST or NAIS.
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NAIS 3010 - Proficient Indigenous Language
Credits: 4
Emphasizes the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing so as to help students function effectively in the tribal cultural context of which the language is a part.
Prerequisite: NAIS 2010 .
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NAIS 3100 - Tribal Literatures of the Great Plains
Credits: 3
Familiarizes students with American Indian literatures of the Great Plains. The Great Plains region is the locus of much historical and contemporary significance in regard to American Indian cultures. The literature of Great Plains Indians allows students to confront and reexamine the national narratives surrounding American Indians.
Cross Listed ENGL 3100 .
USP Code [WC,D< >(none)]
Prerequisite: 6 hours of NAIS or ENGL.
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NAIS 3200 - Indigenous Peoples and the Environment
Credits: 3
Understand the historical, political, and socio-economic forces that have shaped the relationships of Indigenous peoples to their environments, and be able to discern the similarities and dissimilarities of Indigenous issues across international borders. The course may include a study abroad component.
Prerequisite: 6 hours NAIS credit.
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NAIS 3300 - Federal Indian Law
Credits: 3
Survey of law that applies to individual Indians and tribal governments. In particular, explores the legal relationships among, and relative jurisdictions of federal, tribal, and state governments. Specific topics include civil and criminal jurisdiction, taxation, family law, hunting and fishing, and gaming regulations.
Prerequisite: NAIS 1001 or NAIS 1350 .
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NAIS 3400 - Traditional Ecological Knowledge
Credits: 3
Description of the interaction between economy, religion, language and the ecosystem for select Indigenous peoples and discussion of the pedagogical methods for preserving their ecological knowledge. An examination of the conflict between contemporary society’s demands and preserving traditional society’s heritage.
Cross Listed GEOG 3400 .
USP Code [CS,D< >(none)]
Prerequisite: one course in American Indian culture.
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NAIS 4000 - Indians of Wyoming
Credits: 3
Examines Native American culture in Wyoming from pre-history to the 21st century. Analyzes social, political, and economic developments of Native peoples of Wyoming before, during, and after contact with Europeans. Discusses interaction between these diverse societies and explores the changing relationships between Indians and Euro- Americans through the periods after contact.
Cross Listed HIST 4000 .
USP Code [D< >(none)]
Prerequisite: 9 hours of HIST or NAIS.
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NAIS 4010 - Advanced Indigenous Language
Credits: 4
Stresses the usage of language through composition, conversation, oral presentation, and grammar review.
Prerequisite: NAIS 3010 .
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NAIS 4020 - Internship
Credits: 1-12
Max Credit (Max. 12)
Requires active participation and service to an Indigenous community or organization in US or elsewhere. A written agreement among the student, the NAIS director or NAIS faculty mentor, and an on-site supervisor is required. NAIS Majors must take at least four credit hours.
Prerequisite: 9 hours of NAIS courses.
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NAIS 4100 - Tribal Government
Credits: 3
Examines traditional systems of tribal governance; the establishment of contemporary tribal governments; stakeholders and their goals; factors influencing tribal government operations, including the federal trust relationship, plenary power, tribal federal and tribal-state relations; powers of tribal governments; and the future of tribal governments.
Prerequisite: 6 hours of NAIS courses, including NAIS 1001 , and/or NAIS 1350 .
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NAIS 4110 - Educational Foundations in American Indian Education
Credits: 3
Examines cultural, geographical, linguistic, spiritual, political, and societal factors before, during, and after colonization of the Americas. Definitions and day-to-day realities of terms like ethnocentrism, cultural relativism, assimilation, acculturation, and institutional racism. Development of insights into positive teacher-pupil-community relationships that honor culture and language differences and enhance achievement.
Cross Listed EDCI 4110.
Dual Listed NAIS 5110 .
USP Code [D< >(none)]
Prerequisite: NAIS 1001 and 15 credit hours of NAIS or EDST.
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NAIS 4200 - Indigenous Communities Abroad: International Travel
Credits: 4
Devoted to study/ travel related to Indigenous peoples abroad. The specific topic will be determined each time the class is offered. Two weeks of international travel will follow sixteen hours of on-campus instruction.
Prerequisite: 6 credits in NAIS.
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NAIS 4340 - Natural Resource Management on Western Reservations
Credits: 3
Examines natural resource management techniques on western reservations. Focus is on the management and planning of water, grazing, extractive industries, and forestry. Fieldwork on the Wind River Indian Reservation is included.
Cross Listed GEOG 4340 .
Prerequisite: 6 hours of 2000-level NAIS courses.
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NAIS 4360 - American Indian Women
Credits: 3
Explores the lives of American Indian women in a variety of contexts through time. Complexity and diversity of Indian women’s experiences throughout history are emphasized. Concerns Indian women’s lives within the reality of European American colonization and its consequences for Indian peoples.
Cross Listed GWST 4360 /SOC 4360.
Dual Listed NAIS 5360 .
Prerequisite: 6 hours of 2000-level NAIS courses.
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NAIS 4460 - American Indian Literature
Credits: 3
Advanced critical study of the history of American Indian literature, emphasizing the authors’ views of social change.
Cross Listed ENGL 4460 .
USP Code [WC< >(none)]
Prerequisite: 6 hours of 2000-level literature courses.
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NAIS 4462 - American Indian History to 1783
Credits: 3
Surveys the history of American Indians from the period before contact to the end of the American Revolution. Examines the various contacts between American Indians and Europeans and considers what the American Revolution meant to the continent’s Native peoples.
Cross Listed HIST 4462 .
Dual Listed NAIS 5462 .
USP Code [(none)< >H]
Prerequisite: 9 hours of HIST or NAIS.
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NAIS 4463 - American Indian History 1783- 1890
Credits: 3
Surveys the history of American Indians during the era of westward expansion. Examines the impact of American westward movement and also the manifold changes that accompanied Indians moving west.
Cross Listed HIST 4463 .
USP Code [(none)< >H]
Prerequisite: 9 hours of HIST or NAIS.
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NAIS 4464 - American Indians in the Twentieth Century
Credits: 3
Surveys the history of American Indians during the 20th century. Examines the development of new cultural, social, and political forms that help create an American Indian identity.
Cross Listed HIST 4464 .
Dual Listed NAIS 5464 .
Prerequisite: 9 hours of HIST or NAIS.
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NAIS 4466 - American Indian Ethnohistory
Credits: 3
Surveys ethnohistorical methods and concepts and provides students concrete opportunities to use these methodologies in writing exercises. American Indian ethnohistory explores Native American experiences within their own cultural contexts.
Cross Listed HIST 4466 .
Dual Listed NAIS 5466 .
Prerequisite: 9 hours of HIST, NAIS, or ANTH.
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NAIS 4468 - American Indians in the North American West
Credits: 3
One of the defining features of the North American West is the presence of American Indians. Through the discussion of varied readings and primary document research, the history of American Indians in the West is examined, with particular emphasis on the Great Plains and California.
Cross Listed HIST 4468 .
Prerequisite: 9 hours of HIST or NAIS.
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NAIS 4740 - Native American Languages and Cultures
Credits: 3
Demonstrates the interrelationship of language and culture in several Native American communities. Examines anthropological and linguistic theories regarding language spread and the peopling of North America, narrative performance, translation, and the connection between linguistic structures and cultural features.
Cross Listed ANTH 4740 .
Prerequisite: ANTH 2000 or consent of instructor.
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NAIS 4975 - Independent Study
Credits: 1-4
Max Credit (Max. 8)
Directed, independent study in American Indian issues with American Indian Studies affiliated faculty. Students must initiate a project with an appropriate faculty member and have it approved by the program director.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor and 6 hours of NAIS.
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NAIS 4990 - Special Topics
Credits: 1-4
Max Credit (Max. 9)
Current research topics presented by regular and visiting faculty.
Prerequisite: 3 hours of NAIS courses.
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NAIS 5000 - Independent Study
Credits: 1-4
Max Credit (Max. 4)
Conference course to permit students opportunity for directed and independent study in American Indian issues.
Prerequisite: graduate standing and consent of instructor.
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NAIS 5110 - Foundations of American Indian Education
Credits: 3
Examines cultural, geographical, linguistic, spiritual, political, and societal factors before, during, and after colonization of the Americas. Definitions and day-to-day realities of terms like ethnocentrism, cultural relativism, assimilation, acculturation, and institutional racism. Development of insights into positive teacher-pupil-community relationships that honor culture and language differences and enhance achievement.
Cross Listed EDCI 5110 .
Dual Listed NAIS 4110 .
Prerequisite: NAIS 1001 and 15 credit hours of NAIS or EDST.
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NAIS 5121 - History and Philosophy of American Indian Education
Credits: 3
Addresses the history of Indian education in the U. S. and Canada and examines missionary initiatives, government programs, and tribal efforts. Review of documentary accounts of Native education, review autobiographical accounts of Native teachers and children. Develop insight necessary for development of appropriate teaching methods and materials.
Cross Listed EDCI 5121 .
Prerequisite: post-Baccalaureate status.
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NAIS 5130 - Cultural Foundations of American Indian Education
Credits: 3
In-depth study and analysis of the educational experiences of American Indians, focusing on contemporary educational issues and experiences, examining the impacts of cultural orientations, stereotypes, bias, and other issues on the educational attainment of American Indian students. Critique instructional practices and programs developed addressing the needs of American Indian students.
Cross Listed EDCI 5130 .
Prerequisite: post-Baccalaureate status.
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NAIS 5141 - Instructional Methods of American Indian Education
Credits: 3
Addresses culturally responsive methodologies for teaching American Indian students, reviews documentary accounts of Native education and autobiographical accounts of Native teachers and children, develops appreciation of the complexity and difficulties of Native education. Insight necessary for development of appropriate teaching methods and materials.
Cross Listed EDCI 5141 .
Prerequisite: post-Baccalaureate status.
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NAIS 5360 - American Indian Women
Credits: 3
Explores the lives of American Indian women in a variety of contexts through time. The complexity and diversity of Indian women’s experiences throughout history are emphasized. Concerns Indian women’s lives within the reality of European American colonization and its consequences for Indian peoples.
Cross Listed GWST 5360 /SOC 5360.
Dual Listed NAIS 4360 .
Prerequisite: 6 hours of 2000-level NAIS courses.
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NAIS 5462 - American Indian History to 1783
Credits: 3
Surveys the history of American Indians from the period before contact to the end of the American Revolution. Examines the various contacts between American Indians and Europeans and considers what the American Revolution meant to the continent’s Native peoples.
Cross Listed HIST 5462 .
Dual Listed NAIS 4462 .
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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NAIS 5464 - American Indian History in the 20th Century
Credits: 3
Surveys the history of American Indians during the 20th century. Examines the development of new cultural, social, and political forms that help create an American Indian identity.
Cross Listed HIST 5464 .
Dual Listed NAIS 4464 .
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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NAIS 5466 - American Indian Ethnohistory
Credits: 3
Surveys ethnohistorical methods and concepts and provides students concrete opportunities to use these methodologies in writing exercises. American Indian ethnohistory explores Native American experiences within their own cultural contexts.
Dual Listed NAIS 4466 .
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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NASC 4790 - Topics in Natural Science
Credits: 1‑6
Presents selected science topics to acquaint teachers or prospective teachers with new concepts, materials or techniques, as introduced in various new school curricula. Topics may include earth science for the middle school, computer learning and/or elementary school environmental science. Includes laboratory.
Prerequisite: junior standing.
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NASC 4800 - Field Studies in Natural Science
Credits: 1‑6
Explores topics best studied in the field, on location, or otherwise outside the traditional classroom. Topics may include grassland ecosystem, geology field trips for elementary children and/or schoolyard study areas. Includes laboratory.
Prerequisite: junior standing.
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NASC 5110 - Physical Science in Global Context, MSC
Credits: 3
One in a series of three courses investigating earth as a system. Examines the global dynamics of energy, hydrocarbon combustion, and the physics and chemistry of water. Investigates relationships between energy transformations and pollutants. Considers environmental limitations of fresh water availability and the buffering effect of sea and fresh water.
Prerequisite: graduate standing and teaching certification in elementary, middle school or general science; or, graduate standing and concurrent enrollment in a program leading to teacher certification in Elementary, middle school or general science education.
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NASC 5120 - Earth Science in Global Context, MSC
Credits: 3
One in a series of three courses investigating earth as a system. Emphasizes the lithosphere and atmosphere and their interactions with the hydrosphere and biosphere. Examines the interplay between tectonic processes, earth’s radiation balance, ocean processes, ozone depletion and the greenhouse effect. Includes evaluation of methods of measuring and monitoring these phenomena.
Prerequisite: graduate standing and teaching certification in elementary, middle school or general science; or, graduate standing and concurrent enrollment in a program leading to teach certification in elementary, middle school or general science education.
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NASC 5130 - Life Science in Global Context, MSC
Credits: 3
One in a series of three courses investigating earth as a system. Investigates ecosystem composition and processes, and biological responses to changes in ecosystem parameters. Examines terrestrial and aquatic communities, photosynthesis, energy flow, biogeochemical cycles, global climate change, climate warning, deforestation, population ecology, DNA/ RNA structure, function, genetic engineering and forensic applications.
Prerequisite: graduate standing and teaching certification in elementary, middle school or general science education.
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NASC 5140 - Numbers, Operations, and Patterns for the Middle-Level Learner, MMA
Credits: 3
Provides working middle-level mathematics teachers opportunities to understand and discuss numbers, their representations, and operations on them, from an abstract perspective that includes elegant proof. Also emphasized is the role of language and purpose in composing definitions.
Cross Listed MATH 5140 .
Prerequisite: admission to a UW graduate program, either degree or non-degree seeking status, and acceptance into the Middle-level mathematics program.
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NASC 5160 - Social and Historical Issues in Mathematics and the Middle-Level Learner, MMA
Credits: 3
Empowers teachers of middle-level mathematics to design engaging experiences. Emphasizes the historical context for the development of mathematics, especially its symbols, tools, personalities, and classic problems.
Cross Listed MATH 5160 .
Prerequisite: admission to a UW graduate program, in either degree or non-degree seeking status, and acceptance into the Middle-level Mathematics program.
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NASC 5170 - Connecting Geometry with Problem- Solving for the Middle-Level Learner, MMA
Credits: 3
Showcases two aspects of 2D and 3D geometry: measurement and transformation. Emphasis reflects current State and National standards for middle-level mathematics classroom and teacher preparation, especially appropriate uses of technology, geometric tools, mathematical language, and problem-solving strategies.
Cross Listed MATH 5170 .
Prerequisite: admission to a UW graduate program, in either degree or non-degree seeking status, acceptance into the Middle-level mathematics program.
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NASC 5185 - Analysis of Data in the Media for the Middle-Level Learner, MMA
Credits: 3
Focuses on data collection, analysis, interpretation, and communication, using contexts relevant to everyday situations. Topics chosen integrate well with the concerns of middle-level teachers and connect with such curriculum areas as health, science, and social studies. This is not a research methods course.
Cross Listed STAT 5185
Prerequisite: Admission to a UW graduate program, in either degree or non-degree seeking status, and acceptance into the Middle-level Mathematics program.
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NASC 5190 - Mathematics of Change and the Middle-Level Learner, MMA
Credits: 3
Students gain a solid understanding of data and functions in the service of calculus. Hands-on, project-driven, and focuses on the essential concepts of functions and calculus and their role in middle-level mathematics. Emphasis is on writing and technology (calculators and probeware).
Cross Listed MATH 5190 .
Prerequisite: admission to a UW graduate program, in either degree or non-degree seeking status, and acceptance into the Middle-level Mathematics program.
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NASC 5205 - Methods of Teaching Middle-Level Mathematics, MMA
Credits: 3
Research-based pedagogy and pedagogical content knowledge for teaching middle-level mathematics. Designed for practicing teachers of middle-grades mathematics.
Cross Listed EDCI 5205 .
Prerequisite: admission to the SMTC Program.
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NASC 5215 - Using Technology for Middle-Level Mathematics
Credits: 3
Covers the use of technology appropriate to middle-level mathematics teaching, such as microworlds, geographic information systems, spreadsheets, and other content appropriate technologies. Cross Listed with EDCI 5215. Prerequisite: admission to the SMTC Program.
Cross Listed EDCI 5215
Prerequisite: Admission to the SMTC Program.
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NASC 5225 - Assessment for Middle-Level Mathematics, MMA
Credits: 3
Middle-level Mathematics Initiative teacher participants examine, analyze, and implement a variety of assessments that are aligned with standards and instruction appropriate to the middle level math learner.
Cross Listed EDCI 5225 .
Prerequisite: admission to the SMTC Program.
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NASC 5300 - Classroom Assessment in Middle-level Science, MSC
Credits: 2
Deals with the design, construction, and testing of curriculum materials to bring the spirit of scientific inquiry to elementary school pupils. Research to be conducted in the Science and Mathematics Teaching Center.
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NASC 5400 - Spatial Data Instructional Technology
Credits: 1
Teaching strategies appropriate for elementary/middle school students’ conceptual level of development. Positive attitudes toward teaching children about the Earth, its physical environment and human/environment relationships will be promoted. The course content will be supported by the use of geospatial technologies, such as GPS and GIS.
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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NASC 5510 - Integrated Instructional Strategies, MSC
Credits: 2
Appropriate instructional strategies are discussed and modeled for aligning standards, expectations, and experiences in an integrated science environment. Attention is given to unique characteristics of each strategy, including a review of research on the effectiveness of each strategy on student achievement and attitudes.
Prerequisite: graduate standing and teaching certification in elementary, middle school or general science; or graduate standing and concurrent enrollment in a program leading to teacher certification in elementary, middle school or general science education.
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NASC 5600 - Mathematics and Statistics in Science Teaching, MSC
Credits: 2
Provides science teachers with the knowledge and experience necessary to help students use statistics in the scientific process. Activities emphasize a hands-on inductive approach closely related to the school science curriculum. Important statistical ideas and methods are studied as they arise naturally in the biological, physical, and earth sciences.
Prerequisite: graduate standing and teaching certification in elementary, middle school or general science; or, graduate standing and concurrent enrollment in a program leading to teacher certification in elementary, middle school or general science education.
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NASC 5610 - Field Studies in Environmental Education, NED
Credits: 4
Expands student’s knowledge of ecological and physiological animal and plant adaptations to environmental conditions, the use of teaching methods and tools of naturalists, the range of resources available for designing and evaluating curriculum, and promotes an appreciation and understanding of the diversity of environments. Contains 4 modules.
Prerequisite: graduate standing; must be accepted into the Teton Science School Program and matriculating at the TSS site.
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NASC 5620 - Advanced Elements of Field Ecology Course Design, NED
Credits: 5
Max Credit (Max. 6)
Addresses designing field ecology courses that include research, outdoor leadership, and natural history components. Opportunities are provided to gain deeper understanding of key natural history and ecology concepts of the bioregion; practical strategies for teaching these concepts in field programs; and to formally present student work.
Prerequisite: graduate standing; must be accepted into the Teton Science School Program and matriculating at the TSS site.
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NASC 5625 - Place-Based Education-Teton Science School
Credits: 3
Introduces graduate students at Teton Science Schools to the theory and practice of place-based education. The design of the course exposes students to the historical, political, and eco-social underpinnings of place-based education while supporting students in developing thoughtful place-based pedagogies.
Prerequisite: graduate student status.
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NASC 5630 - Teaching Practicum-Teton Science School
Credits: 2-4
Max Credit (Max. 6)
To improve teaching methods and techniques and expand professional skills. Integrates the foundation of Teton Science Schools, applies coursework content understanding and develops leadership. The course is intended to challenge previously held instructional beliefs and nurture an evolving set of skills and instructional identity. Not equivalent to EDSE 4500 or EDCI 5990 or EDEL 4500 .
Prerequisite: current enrollment at Teton Science School.
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NASC 5640 - Introduction to Field Science Teaching
Credits: 3
Designed to introduce graduate students at Teton Science Schools’ to the field of environmental education and instructional concepts for teaching environmental science in the outdoors. Learn field science content, principals of connecting to place, teaching techniques, and learning theories related to environmental education and field science teaching.
Prerequisite: current enrollment at Teton Science School.
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NASC 5650 - Place-Based Learning
Credits: 3
Place-based learning is explored and related to cognitive development, assessment, and education for a democracy. The focus in on science and mathematics and how to use “place” to provide meaningful learning experiences for students while making contributions to the community. Students develop a local place-based project.
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NASC 5660 - Standards, Pedagogy and Research
Credits: 2
This course is designed to provide Master of Science in Natural Science students with background in three areas: current science standards, pedagogical practices, and the understanding of various types of educational research as well as some of the practices related to conducting their own research projects.
Prerequisite: Master of Natural Science - MMA, MSC, or NED who have completed at least one year of coursework, or permission of the instructor or SMTC program coordinator; graduate standing.
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NASC 5670 - Research Methodology
Credits: 4
This course provides foundational information on asking appropriate questions, researching (including IRB), writing, formatting, and defending a Plan B project. At the end of the semester students will have a committee, a preliminary draft, and present their research. Spring semester will be used to complete projects with committee members.
Prerequisite: Master of Natural Science - MMA, MSC, or NED who have completed at least one year of coursework, or permission of the instructor or SMTC program coordinator; graduate standing.
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NASC 5700 - Seminar in Science for Secondary School Teachers
Credits: 1-6
Max Credit (Max. 6)
A course to give graduate students in education, or in-service teachers, an in-depth view of the new materials for teaching science in secondary schools.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
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NASC 5770 - Investigation in Natural Science for Secondary Teachers
Credits: 1-5
Max Credit (Max. 10)
Deals with the design, construction, and testing of curricula materials to bring the spirit of scientific inquiry to secondary school students. Research to be conducted in the Science and Mathematics Teaching Center.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
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NASC 5810 - ML Science & Math Practicum
Credits: 3
Practica for graduate students in the MS-Natural Science MSC and MMA programs in Middle and Junior High schools. Mathematics and science classrooms will serve as sites for assignments. Students complete assignments for the content area of certification as well as appropriate discussions.
Prerequisite: Graduate students in department who have passed at least four departmental courses or consent of the instructor.
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NASC 5890 - Directed Professional Study
Credits: 1-6
Max Credit (Max. 6)
Primarily for upper-division students who can benefit from independent study with minimal supervision. Given to allow interested students to pursue specific aspects of curriculum and instruction.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor and graduate standing.
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NASC 5900 - Practicum in College Teaching
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 3)
Work in classroom with a major professor. Expected to give some lectures and gain classroom experience.
Prerequisite: graduate status.
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NASC 5920 - Continuing Registration: On Campus
Credits: 1-2
Max Credit (Max. 16)
Prerequisite: advanced degree candidacy.
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NASC 5940 - Continuing Registration: Off Campus
Credits: 1-2
Max Credit (Max. 16)
Prerequisite: advanced degree candidacy.
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NASC 5959 - Enrichment Studies
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 99)
Designed to provide an enrichment experience in a variety of topics.
Note: Note: credit in this course may not be included in a graduate program of study for degree purposes.
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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NASC 5960 - Thesis Research
Credits: 1-12
Max Credit (Max. 24)
Designed for students who are involved in research for their thesis project. Also used for students whose coursework is complete and are writing their thesis.
Prerequisite: enrollment in a graduate degree program.
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NASC 5961 - Plan B Project
Credits: 1-4
Max Credit (Max. 4)
Limited to those students enrolled in a Plan B graduate program. Students should be involved in non-course scholarly activities in support of their Plan B project.
Prerequisite: must be enrolled in Plan B program and have program approval.
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NASC 5990 - Internship
Credits: 1-12
Max Credit (Max. 24)
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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NEUR 4295 - Neurodevelopment
Credits: 3
Through lecture and discussion of research articles, students learn mechanisms of nervous system development, from the birth and differentiation of neurons to the formation of synapses and circuits. Focus is on classical experiments done in vertebrates (Xenopus tadpole, chick, zebrafish, and mouse) and invertebrates (nematode and drosophila).
Cross Listed ZOO 4295 .
Dual Listed NEUR 5295 .
Prerequisite: ZOO 4280 .
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NEUR 4720 - Neuroscience Speaker Seminar
Credits: 2
Max Credit (Max. 6)
The purpose of this course is to use the Neuroscience/sensory biology visiting speaker series to build student knowledge in neuroscience, as well as skills in critical evaluation of the research literature, and oral/ written communication. This will maximize student learning from the speaker series. The course maybe taken up to three times.
Dual Listed NEUR 5720 .
Prerequisite: Graduate level standing in neuroscience, biomedical sciences, zoology/physiology, or other life science programs. Undergraduates: concurrent or prior ZOO 4280 .
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NEUR 5100 - Structure and Function of the Nervous System
Credits: 4
Aimed at understanding the structure and interconnections within the nervous system, and how structure gives rise to the complex functions mediated by the brain. This is an essential feature of neuroscience. Covers gross anatomy of the central and peripheral nervous system, followed by detailed consideration of the divisions of the brain and their functional significance.
Cross Listed ZOO 5100 .
Prerequisite: admission to the graduate neuroscience program, or graduate standing in another related program, or permission for undergraduate enrollment following discussion with the instructor.
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NEUR 5280 - Introduction to Neuroscience
Credits: 3
Examines the basic properties of neurons and from there identifies determinants of brain development and how neuronal circuits are formed. How neuronal circuits underlie processing sensory information, coordinated movement, complex functions (e. g. sleep, learning) and homeostasis are discussed.
Cross Listed ZOO 5280 .
Prerequisite: ZOO 3115 or equivalent.
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NEUR 5295 - Neurodevelopment
Credits: 3
Through lecture and discussion of research articles, students learn mechanisms of nervous system development, from the birth and differentiation of neurons to the formation of synapses and circuits. Focus is on classical experiments done in vertebrates (Xenopus tadpole, chick, zebrafish, and mouse) and invertebrates (nematode and drosophila).
Cross Listed ZOO 5295 .
Dual Listed NEUR 4295 .
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