University at Buffalo

ART 204 Mythology in Ancient Art - Greek and Near Eastern mythologies in ancient art; mythological representations in the art of these cultures and the differences in the manner each represented similar myths; readings in mythology. BIO 200 Evolutionary Biology - Evidence for evolution; principle of genetics; population genetics; selection (natural, sexual, and kin); evolution of major groups of organisms; speciation; adaptation; coevolution; and sociobiology. BIO 201 Cell Biology - Lectures emphasize experimental foundations of our understanding of cells and cell organelles and cover the mechanisms underlying cell reproduction, cell motility, and cell energetics. Laboratories provide practice in quantitative analysis emphasizing pipetting, pH, spectrophotometry, and centrifugation. CHE 101 General Chemistry I - Introduces fundamental concepts of chemistry, and surveys important chemical elements and their compounds. Three hours of lecture plus one four-hour recitation/laboratory period weekly. CHE 102 General Chemistry II - Introduces fundamental concepts of chemistry, and surveys important chemical elements and their compounds. Three hours of lecture plus one four-hour recitation/laboratory period weekly. CSE 113 Introduction To Computer Programming I - Introduction to computers and computer programming intended for nonmajors. Appropriate for those seeking a practical introduction to computer programming. Topics include the use of data types and variables, programming control constructs supported by modern languages, input/output, basic concepts of object-oriented programming (such as classes, objects, encapsulation, information hiding, and code reuse), as well as graphical user interfaces. No previous computer experience assumed. Not suitable for intended computer science or computer engineering majors. Admitted computer science and computer engineering students should not take this course. ENG 101 Writing I - First semester of the General Education Writing Skills Requirement for students required to take both ENG 101 and ENG 201. Practice in developing essays with variable emphases on purpose, subject, audience, and persuasion; in constructing mature sentences and paragraphs; and in revising.

Introduces documenting and writing from sources. Twenty-five pages of graded, revised writing, excluding first drafts, exercises, and quizzes. ENG 201 Writing II - Second semester of the General Education Writing Skills Requirement. Fulfills the Humanities requirement of General Education if taken in conjunction with ENG 101. Practice in developing complex interpretations of human experience and values as represented in various media. Conceptualizing and conducting original research, culminating in a major research essay using both library and online materials. Twenty-five pages of graded, revised writing, excluding first drafts, exercises, and quizzes. FR 104 Transitional Elementary French One-semester review course designed for students who have taken the Regents exams, but who are not yet able to go into the second year of language study. Involves development of all four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and, to some extent, writing), emphasizing the grammatical structures and vocabulary fundamental to simple, everyday conversation. HIS 151 Western Civilization I - Western civilization from its beginnings to 1715. HIS 152 Western Civilization II - Western civilization from 1715 through the twentieth century. MTH 141 College Calculus I - Beginning of a three-semester sequence in calculus for students of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering. Covers differentiation and integration with applications. MTH 142 College Calculus II Part II of a three-semester sequence in calculus for students of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering. Covers differentiation and integration with applications. MTH 241 College Calculus III - Geometry and vectors of ndimensional space; Green's theorem, Gauss theorem, Stokes theorem; multidimensional differentiation and integration; application to 2- and 3-D space. MTH 309 Introductory Linear Algebra - Linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, linear mappings, inner products, eigenvalues, eigenvectors. PSY 101 Introductory Psychology - General survey of perception; learning and memory; cognitive, developmental, personality,

abnormal, and social psychology; and behavioral neuroscience. Requires participation in research or a short paper.

Institute for American Universities Aix-EnProvence, France

ART 232 Survey History of Western Art: Renaissance to the 21st Century - Study of painting, sculpture, and architecture from the Renaissance to the present. EDU 301 Comparative European Education - Study of the social, historical, and cultural factors that have influenced the development of educational institutions in Europe, Asia, and the USA. Required participation in teaching at French elementary schools. FRE 200 Essentials of Intermediate French I - Intended for students who have completed the equivalent of one year or two semesters of college level French. Continued development of competence in speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, and comprehension of the French language and understanding of French culture through simple texts. Required attendance at local cultural events. ARC 310 Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations- Overview of the Mediterranean basin from the first civilizations in Egypt and MiddleEast up to the Roman expansion over Europe. Typically includes excursions to sites in Provence. POL 307 The European Union - The historical evolution, the institutions, and the policies of the European Union within the context of European diplomatic history.

Plattsburgh State
CMM 101 Intro to Public Speaking EDR 514 Exploring Multicultural Competencies and Literacy Instruction- Affirm, respect, and value cultural, linguistic, and ethnic diversity through the development of multicultural competencies. Respond to increasing diversity in classrooms through more conscious awareness and use of multiple, integrated, practical, and creative

problem-solving strategies adapted to the specific needs and interests of children in all areas of literacy. Explore literature that reflects diversity. Embedded within the course content is the recognition that each learner is unique and that there is a commonality in the social context in which learning occurs. EDR 524 Literacy Instruction In The Content Areas In Grades 712 - Clarification of the relationships between general reading and language arts skills and strategies and the unique and specialized literacy skills and strategies needed for efficient and effective reading in content areas. Differentiation and individualization of the instructional program to foster continuing literacy development as learners advance through grades 7-12. Curriculum and instruction in literacy that demonstrates the interrelatedness between literacy and content disciplines, including, social studies, math, science, English, foreign language, technology, and the visual and performing arts. EDS 543 Inclusive Schools and Communities - Educational professionals will learn philosophies, strategies, and approaches related to inclusion and collaboration versus mainstreaming, integration and consultation. Enrolled students will learn how to plan and implement instructional practices appropriate for all students in an inclusive school community. EDU 280 Intro to Adolescent Education - The course introduces adolescence education to future adolescence teacher candidates by exploring the multiple political, social, historical, and philosophical contexts within which American adolescence schooling operates. Students develop their critical thinking skills in social and psychological foundations by identifying these multiple contexts and by assessing the degree to which they could and should affect teaching and learning. Students develop their thinking in class and field work in order to find and refine their professional skills and perspective. EDU 509 Curriculum Development: Middle/Secondary Schools Development, history, and current status of the middle and secondary school curriculum. Analyses of contemporary curriculum programs in terms of design, content and evaluation. EDU 578 Psychological Aspects of Classroom Instruction - Focus upon the general processes of learning and cognition, the application of psychological theory to classroom teaching, and models of instruction. Students design, teach, reflect, and refine a model lesson in their subject area of certification.

EDU 538 Classroom Management of Behavior - A study of selected interpretations of human behavior for the educator. Primary focus on student behavior and the organization of physical arrangements, grouping practices, and ethical issues. Data collection procedures for the classroom setting are also discussed. HED 310 Found: Personal Health - This course will provide basic health information and surveys health issues in society. It considers health within the context of human development and is designed to acquaint students with understandings, attitudes, and practices that contribute to healthy lifestyles. It considers universal health concerns and addresses issues unique to diverse populations. Emphasis is on personal responsibility for health as a cornerstone of society. Further, it encourages students to recognize health as a dynamic field and fosters critical thinking essential to health. This course also fulfills the state requirements for substance abuse, child abuse, and safe schools. MAT 231 Sets, Functions, & Relations - Provides students with the knowledge to make the transition from entry level mathematics to more advanced levels of the subject. Extensive practice with creating and writing proofs is provided. The material studied in this course is widely used in upper-level courses. MAT 301 Intro to Abstract Algebra - A systematic development of algebraic structure. Methods of proof are emphasized, and proofs of fundamental results in algebra are discussed. Topics include groups, rings and fields. MAT 302 Linear Algebra II - Rigorous treatment of basic concepts, results and techniques of linear algebra for mathematics major and students who intend to continue their studies in the mathematical sciences. Topics include vector spaces over a field, linear transformations, inner product spaces, eigenvalues and canonical forms. MAT 353 Geometry - A rigorous treatment of the foundations of Euclidean geometry and an introduction to hyperbolic geometry with emphasis on proofs and historical development. The history and philosophical implications of the discovery of non-Euclidean geometry are studied. MAT 361 Probability/Statistics - Introduction to probability and statistics. Topics include the elementary theory of probability, discrete and continuous random variables, sampling distributions, and estimation and hypothesis testing.

MAT 411 Math Connections Adolescent Education - A course designed to familiarize the adolescence major with the content and processes of the New York State and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics standards. Students will gain knowledge of diverse teaching strategies and methods as well as assessment techniques. Additional emphasis will be given to classroom management, planning, grading, and incorporation of technology into the classroom, with multiple opportunities for less and unit plan presentations.