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• Art Education

• Biology

• Business Administration

• Criminal Justice

• Curriculum & Instruction

• Driver Education

• Educational Administration

• Early Childhood Inclusive

• ESL Endorsement

• Early Childhood & Family Advocacy

• Gifted Education

• History

• Instructional Technology

• MBA (Blended)

• Music Education

• Organizational Communication

• Physical Education Master Teacher

• PK-12 School Librarian Endorsement

• Pre-Speech Language Pathology

• Reading PK-12

• Science/Math Education

• Sociology

• Spanish Education

• Special Education

• SPED K-6 Endorsement

• SPED 7-12 Endorsement

• Student Affairs

• Transitional Certification Program

• +9 Post-Master’s Coursework

• Vocational Diversified

Occupations Endorsement

Online Programs

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The University of Nebraska at Kearney is an accredited, public University offering a quality, affordable

education. Located in the Midwest, UNK is one of four institutions in the University of Nebraska system.

As a mid-sized, comprehensive, public university, UNK is accredited by the North Central Association of

Colleges and Schools and by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. Affordability,

quality, and growth make UNK a wise choice for many online learners.

An accredited, public University

offering a quality, affordable education.

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Why Choose UNK?

Find out how convenient and flexible it is to earn your degree by distance learning through UNK’s

eCampus. There are many good reasons to choose UNK.

accredited programs

- UNK is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges

and Schools and by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.

a university degree

- Receive the same University of Nebraska degree online as you would

as an on-campus student. Diplomas and transcripts for online students are identical to those

of on-campus students.

value

- UNK has one of the lowest tuition rates in the country. For a list of rates, see page 4.

UNK offers over 40 online programs and over 400+ online courses. For information on

the programs, see page 7.

full-time faculty

- The majority of the instruction is taught by credentialed full-time faculty

with doctoral degrees who are committed to quality teaching.

small class sizes

- UNK offers small classes averaging 25-30 students, allowing for

one-on-one interactions with faculty.

excellent student support services

- To help students succeed in online courses, a variety

of support services are available. These include an online Student Orientation, set of video

tutorials, 24/7 Help Desk, discounted hardware and software, 24/7 library services, and more.

personal attention

- What truly distinguishes UNK is its commitment to providing an

oustanding education in a small and personal setting. It is a University that quickly transforms

nearly 6,800 students from across the globe into a close-knit, supportive community of friends.

global market

- UNK serves a global market with online students in 47 states and several

foreign countries.

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Contact Information ...2

General Information ...3

Admissions ...3

Registration ...3

I’ve Registered for Classes - Now What? ...3

Grades on the Web ...3

Tuition & Fees ...4

Billings & Payments ...4

Online Student Support Services ...5

Calendar ...5

eCampus Programs ...6

Undergraduate Business Administration ...6

Criminal Justice ...6

Driver Education Endorsement - Blended ...7

Early Childhood & Family Advocacy ...7

Early Childhood Inclusive (ECI) ...7

Organizational and Relational Communication Comprehensive ...7

Pre-Speech Language Pathology Coursework ...7

Sociology ...8

Vocational Diversifi ed Occupations Endorsement ...8

Online Minors ...8

Graduate +9 Post-Master’s Coursework ...9

Art Education: Classroom Education Emphasis ...9

Art Education: Museum Education Emphasis ...10

Biology ...10

Curriculum & Instruction: K-12 ...10

Curriculum & Instruction: Secondary Education Concentration in English ...10

Early Childhood Inclusive Additional Endorsement ...10

Early Childhood Inclusive Initial Certifi cation ...11

Educational Administration - Principalship, PreK-8 or 7-12 ...11

Educational Administration - Supervisor of Special Education ...11

Educational Administration - Curriculum Supervisor of Academic Area .11 Educational Specialist - School Superintendent ...11

English as a Second Language Supplementary Endorsement ...12

Gift ed Education Endorsement ...12

History ...12

Information Technology Endorsement ...12

Instructional Technology ...12

Leadership in Instructional Technology Endorsement...13

MBA - Blended ...13

Music Education ...13

Physical Education Master Teacher ...13

PK-12 School Librarian Endorsement ...13

Reading PK-12 ...14

Science/Math Education ...14

Spanish Education ...14

Special Education: Advanced Practitioner ...14

Special Education: Gift ed Education ...14

Special Education K-6 Endorsement ...14

Special Education 7-12 Endorsement ...15

Special Education: Special Education ...15

Student Aff airs ...15

_________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Th e University of Nebraska is an affi rmative action/equal opportunity institution. Individuals needing accommodation under ADA should contact the ADA Coordinator at UNK, 308.865.8655. Designed and produced on campus by UNK Creative Services. Transitional Certifi cation Program...15

MyBLUE Registration Dates / Times (by NUID Number & Class Rank) ...16

A Quick Glance of Spring Online Courses ...17

Spring Online Courses ...20

Spring Blended Courses ...33

Spring Videoconference Courses ...35

Spring Face-To-Face Courses ...35

Online courses are instructor-led

with a specifi c start date and end

date. Online courses are NOT

self-paced. Courses begin January 11

and end the week of May 2,

unless noted otherwise in the

course description.

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Contact Information

Academic & Career Services ... 865-8501 unk.edu/offi ces/acs/academic_advising.php

Academic Success Offi ces ... 865-8214 unk.edu/offi ces/academic_success/index.php Admissions (Undergraduate) ... 865-8526 unk.edu/admissions/undergraduate/ ...800-532-7639 Admissions (Graduate) ... 865-8500 unk.edu/academics/gradstudies/admissions/ ...800-717-7881 Antelope Bookstore ... 865-8555 unk.bncollege.com Counseling Care... 865-8248 unk.edu/offi ces/counseling_healthcare/counseling_care/index.php eCampus ... 865-8211 http://ecampus.unk.edu ...800-865-6388

Educator Certifi cation ... 865-8264 unk.edu/academics/certifi cation/

Finance Offi ce ... 865-8524 unk.edu/offi ces/fi nance/

Financial Aid ... 865-8520 unk.edu/fi nancialaid

Graduate Studies & Research Offi ce ... 865-8500 unk.edu/academics/gradstudies/

Honors Program ... 865-8702 unk.edu/academics/honors/

24/7 Help Desk ... 865-8363 unk.edu/offi ces/its/help_desk/index.php

Calvin T. Ryan Library ... 865-8721

24/7 Library Service: http://library.unk.edu/ask/

Registrar ... 865-8527 unk.edu/offi ces/registrar/index.php

UNK Technology Store ... 865-8137 unk.edu/offi ces/its/technology_store/index.php

Veterans Affairs ... 865-8520 unk.edu/offi ces/fi nancial_aid/veterans_services/index.php

Video Services ... 865-8927 http://ecampus.unk.edu

COLLEGES

College of Business & Technology

Dr. Tim Burkink, Dean ... 865-8342 unk.edu/academics/bt/index.php

College of Education

Dr. Sheryl Feinstein, Dean ... 865-8502 unk.edu/academics/coe/index.php

College of Fine Arts & Humanities

Dr. William Jurma, Dean ... 865-8521 unk.edu/academics/fah/index.php

College of Natural & Social Sciences

Dr. John LaDuke, Dean ... 865-8518 unk.edu/academics/nss/index.php

Graduate Studies & Research

Dr. Kenya Taylor, Dean ... 865-8843 unk.edu/academics/gradstudies/

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University of Nebraska Kearney Communications Center, 3rd Floor 1910 University Drive

Kearney, NE 68849-4220 308.865.8211

Email: [email protected] Web: ecampus.unk.edu

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Admissions

unk.edu/admissions

In order to enroll for any UNK course, you must be actively admit-ted to UNK. Applications for Admission (both undergraduate and graduate) are available online at unk.edu/admissions.

First-time students of UNK who enroll for classes will pay a non-refundable application fee of $45 prior to registration for any UNK class.

Undergraduate: (UG) students who have not enrolled at UNK for two years (since Spring 2014) must complete an application for readmission. Th ere is no readmission fee. For an online application, go to www.unk.edu/admissions/apply.php or call 1-800-532-7639 or 308-865-8526.

Graduate: (G) students who have not enrolled within the last two years, as well as those seeking admission to a second degree program, will need to reapply for admission and pay a readmission fee of $45. To apply, go to www.unk.edu/admissions/apply.php or call

1-800-717-7881 or 308-865-8500. Application deadlines for graduate degree seeking students are as follows unless stated diff erently by the department:

• June 15 for Fall admission; • October 15 for Spring admission; • March 15 for Summer admission.

Application deadlines for graduate non-degree seeking students is one week prior to term beginning.

International: For F-1 students enrolled in classes for credit or class-room hours, no more than the equivalent of one class or three credits per session, term, semester, trimester, or quarter may be counted toward the full course of study requirement if the class is taken online or through distance education and does not require the student’s physical attendance for classes, examination or other purposes inte-gral to completion of the class. An online or distance education course is a course that is off ered principally through the use of television, audio, or computer transmission including open broadcast, closed circuit, cable, microwave, or satellite, audio conferencing, or computer conferencing. If the F-1 student’s course of study is in a language study program, no online or distance education classes may be considered to count toward a student’s full course of study requirement. Non-U.S. citizens outside the U.S. are not held to this regulation and can enroll in more than 3 credit hours of online classes.

Academic & Career Services

unk.edu/offi ces/acs/academic_advising.php

All undergraduate students are required to contact their academic advisors every semester prior to Early Registration. MyBLUE will NOT allow students to register for classes until they visit with their undergraduate advisor. Th e advisor will release an advising fl ag on MyBLUE once the advising session is complete. All undergraduate students, regardless of classifi cation, should contact an academic advisor to discuss course prerequisites, course off erings and their specifi c degree requirements prior to registration. If you do not contact your advisor, you will not be able to register during Early Registration.

A student who has not decided on a specifi c academic major or endorsement should contact the Academic & Career Services at 308-865-8501 or email [email protected] for assistance.

Registration

http://myblue.unk.edu

Spring 2016 Early Registration Begins October 26

If you have been admitted to UNK, and know your NUID & password, follow the directions below:

Step 1: Use one of the supported browsers: Internet Explorer 9, Firefox 18.0.2+ or Safari 4.0.

Step 2: For registration times, go to http://myblue.unk.edu and choose Registration Appt Times.

Step 3: To access MyBLUE go to https://myblue.unk.edu, or go to the UNK home page at www.unk.edu and choose the “MyBLUE” link at the bottom of the page.

Step 4: Login with your NUID number and password. (You created these two identifi ers when you fi lled out your online admission form.)

Step 5: Once on your Student Center MyBLUE page: a) Find the Enrollment Section and select “Enroll”

b) Th e student will read a statement regarding their responsi- bility to pay for tuition & fees for the class they are about to register. Unless they follow proper procedures to drop or withdraw from the course, the student is obligated to pay their bill.

c) Click the continue button

d) Select a term (Spring 2016) then click continue e) Enter the class number (can be 4 or 5 digits) click enter f) Click the fi nishing enrollment button - look for a green check mark which will indicate successful enrollment.

Other options available on MyBLUE include grades, account balance, fi nancial aid, address information, degree audit, and transcripts. It is important to register early as classes fi ll up quickly. Students must be admitted to UNK before they can register. Students may register for any UNK class that has been offi cially added to the schedule and has a class number. A late fee of $15 will be assessed for any student who registers after the fi rst meeting day of the class in the summer or after the fi rst meeting week in the fall or spring.

I’ve Registered for Classes - Now What?

After registering for your class(es), you need to access your Loper email account and login to Blackboard. For instructions, go to ecampus.unk.edu and click on Student Resources > I’ve Registered - Now What?

Grades on the Web

http://myblue.unk.edu

Students may access fi nal grades online by accessing http://myblue.unk.edu and clicking on “Grades.” If you must have a printed copy of your grades that has your name and ID number included, you may request an offi cial transcript by using the transcript request form on MyBLUE.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

General Information

For more information, go to ecampus.unk.edu

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Spring 2016

MyBLUE Early Registration ...October 26- November 15 Only open to students who are enrolled at UNK for Fall 2015. Register according to class standing and NUID number. (see page 16)

MyBLUE General Registration Begins November 16-January 15 Open to anyone who is fully admitted to UNK. Students may register for any available class through the fi rst meeting day of the class.

Adds/Drops/Withdrawals

Students may make changes to their Spring 2016 Class Schedule in MyBLUE from the time of their registration until 5:00 p.m. on January 15 when the MyBLUE Registration shuts down. To process registrations after MyBLUE closes, a Change of Class Schedule form is required. Contact the Registrar’s Offi ce in Founders Hall at 308-865-8527.

Spring Tuition/Fee Payment Due ...February 11

Spring Tuition & Fees

Online Courses

RESIDENT STUDENTS

IN-STATE TUITION:

Undergraduate Tuition per credit hour ... $234.00 Criminal Justice Undergraduate Tuition per credit hour... $257.25 Graduate Tuition per credit hour ... $278.00 Biology Graduate Tuition per credit hour ... $285.00 FEES:

Distance Ed Fee per credit hour ...$25.00 Masters Biology Materials Fee per credit hour ...$25.00 Technology Fee per credit hour ...$11.00 Library Fee per credit hour ...$4.00 UG Research Fellows Program per credit hour ...$2.00 UG Academic Success Fee per credit hour ...$3.00

Online Courses

NON-RESIDENT STUDENTS

OUT-OF-STATE TUITION:

Undergraduate Tuition per credit hour ... $355.00 Criminal Justice Undergraduate Tuition per credit hour... $379.00 Graduate Tuition per credit hour ... $443.00 Biology Graduate Tuition per credit hour ... $495.00 College of Educ. Graduate Tuition per credit hour ... $405.00 FEES:

Distance Ed Fee per credit hour ...$25.00 Masters Biology Materials Fee per credit hour ...$25.00 Technology Fee per credit hour ...$11.00 Library Fee per credit hour ...$4.00 UG Research Fellows Program per credit hour ...$2.00 UG Academic Success Fee per credit hour ...$3.00

Face-to-Face Courses

RESIDENT STUDENTS/OFF-CAMPUS

IN-STATE TUITION:

Undergraduate Tuition per credit hour ... $177.50 Graduate Tuition per credit hour ... $220.25 FEES:

Distance Ed Fee per credit hour ...$25.00 Technology Fee per credit hour ...$11.00 Library Fee per credit hour ...$4.00 UG Research Fellows Program per credit hour ...$2.00 UG Academic Success Fee per credit hour ...$3.00

NOTE: A $4.00 student records fee will be assessed each semester for both resident and non-resident students.

Billing & Payments

Students will receive an email in their Lopermail Student Email Account notifying them when a bill is available. Th is email will direct you to log into MyBLUE to access your bill. Under Student Accounts choose “Billing Statements” and you will see all current and past billing statements.

Every eff ort is made to inform you of the

due date, failure to receive a billing email notifi cation will

NOT be an acceptable excuse for missing the payment

dead-line. Also, students failing to attend class meetings does not

constitute withdrawal from the class and does NOT

elimi-nate the obligation to pay all tuition and related fees.

Please contact the UNK Finance Offi ce if you have questions, phone 308-865-8524 or email unkfi [email protected] students are reminded to notify the Registrar’s Offi ce of any address change or update their address information on MyBLUE.Payment may be either mailed directly to the Finance Offi ce, paid in person, or paid by credit card or electronic check via MyBLUE. Students not paying by the bill due date will be assessed late charges.

Important Credit Card Information

Th e ONLY means of paying student account charges (tuition, room & board, or other fees) with a credit card is online through MyBLUE. UNK will no longer accept credit card payments for student account charges in person, by mail, or by fax. Also, students choosing the credit card option of payment will be charged a 2.75% non-refund-able convenience fee based on the payment amount. MasterCard, Discover, American Express and VISA credit cards are acceptable for credit card payment.

If you wish to pay by credit card, follow the steps below: 1) sign-in on MyBLUE

2) enter your NUID Number 3) enter your Password

4) on the left menu under Student Accounts click on “Make a Payment”

UNK still off ers several easy payment options with no additional cost to you: An electronic check/ACH (automatic check handling) payment option through MyBLUE. Th is is an online request to debit your checking account or savings account.

By check or money order mailed to the University of Nebraska Kearney, Finance Offi ce/FDHL/Student Accounts, 2504 9th Avenue, Kearney, NE 68849.

In person by check, money order or cash at the UNK Finance Offi ce, Founders Hall, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Monday - Friday.

UNK Student Health Care for Distance Students

http://www.unk.edu/offi ces/counseling_healthcare/

New students attempting to enroll for courses may discover they are not able to register if the Pre-Enrollment Health Requirement form and documentation of immunizations have not been completed. However, if you are planning to take only online courses from UNK, this requirement is not necessary. Instead, please contact the UNK

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Health Care Offi ce at 308-865-8218 to let them know you are a distance student and they can release your hold for immunizations.

Online Student Support Services

http://www.unk.edu/academics/ecampus/resources-info/students/

To help you get started with your online distance courses, a set of online tutorials are available. Other services include 24/7 library services, discounted software and hardware, a writing center, 24/7 technology help desk, online bookstore and more. You may fi nd these at http://ecampus.unk.edu and click on “Student Resources.”

Student ID Cards for Distance Students

As a Distance Education student, you can request a non-picture UNK Distance ID Card through eCampus. A $10 fee will be assessed per card. Th is card may be used as a second form of identifi cation. Distance students are not required to get a Distance ID card. If you are interested in getting the ID card, please contact Heather by email at [email protected] to have a form mailed to you. Include your mailing address and Student NUID number when requesting a form.

Software & Hardware

unk.edu/academics/ecampus/resources-info/students

Software and hardware are available to UNK students at an educational price through the UNK Technology Store.

To check it out, log on to http://ecampus.unk.edu and click on “Student Resources,’’ ‘‘Technology Resources,’’ and ‘‘Required Hardware and Software.’’

24/7 Help Desk

Assistance is available 24 hours a day/7 days a week to employees and students for Blackboard, Microsoft Outlook, and other computer related issues. Many problems can be solved over the phone. Contact the Helpdesk at 308-865-8363 or by email at [email protected].

Calvin T. Ryan Library Services

Calvin T. Ryan Library provides access to information and research materials for the UNK community. Access to Library resources and services such as journal articles, e-books, interlibrary loan & document delivery, and 24/7 reference service is available in the Library tab at: http://www.unk.edu/academics/ecampus/resources-info/students/

For additional information and assistance please contact the eCampus Librarian:

Sheryl Heidenreich

Reference Librarian & ILL/DD Coordinator Email: [email protected]

Phone: 308-865-8721

Online Student Orientation

UNK’s Online Student Orientation is available to all students enrolled in online courses to help them succeed in their online studies. Th is orientation is set up in Blackboard and will give students information on subjects like Blackboard, UNK’s email sys-tem (LoperMail), library services and other valuable resources.

On-Campus Schedule

Day & Evening Classes

For the most accurate up-to-date schedule, log on to: http://myblue.unk.edu and click on UNK Class Search.

Spring 2016 Calendar

January 11 All Classes Begin

January 11-15 Registration & Open Drop/Add - Students may adjust their schedules at this time via MyBlue

January 18 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - No Classes

January 19 Classes Reconvene

January 21 E-bill notifi cations will be sent to student’s

Lopermail account

February 1 Deadline to apply for May Graduation

February 11 Tuition & Fees due in full for Spring 2016 classes

March 11 Last Day to drop a full semester class with a W in l ieu of a grade. All drops processed by students via MyBLUE

March 20-27 Spring Break - No Classes

March 28 Class Reconvene

April 4 Early Registration begins for Summer 2016 and Fall 2016. Open to all students currently enrolled in Spring classes. Registration opens according to Class Standing and the last 4 digits of the NUID number. Students may register via MyBLUE begin ning at the scheduled hour and anytime following

Registration Times.

April 15 Application for Summer graduation open through June 15. Apply via MyBLUE

April 25 General Registration begins for Summer 2016 and Fall 2016 classes. Registration open to all interested persons admitted to UNK

May 2-5 Finals Week

May 5 Spring Semester ends at 9:30 p.m. Spring Commencement Rehearsal, Th ursday, 3:00 p.m.

May 6 Spring Commencement, Friday - 10 a.m.

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eCampus Programs

UNK off ers undergraduate degree programs, graduate degree programs, and endorsements to the eCampus student. Programs are off ered in either an online format, a face-to-face format, or in a blended format. For more information on eCampus Programs, go to http://ecampus.unk.edu.

Undergraduate Programs

Business Administration ...6

Criminal Justice ...6

Driver Education Endorsement - Blended ...7

Early Childhood & Family Advocacy ...7

Early Childhood Inclusive (ECI)...7

Organizational and Relational Communication Comprehensive ...7

Pre-Speech Language Pathology Coursework ...7

Sociology ...8

Online Minors ...8

Graduate Programs +9 Post-Master’s Coursework ...9

Art Education: Classroom Education Emphasis...9

Art Education: Museum Education Emphasis ...10

Biology...10

Curriculum & Instruction: K-12 ...10

Curriculum & Instruction: Secondary Education Concentration in English ...10

Early Childhood Inclusive Additional Endorsement ...10

Early Childhood Inclusive Initial Certifi cation ...11

Educational Administration-Principalship, PreK-8 or 7-12 ....11

Educational Administration-Supervisor of Special Education 11 Educational Administration-Curriculum Supervisor of Academic Area ...11

Educational Specialist - School Superintendent ...11

English as a Second Language Supplementary Endorsement ...12

Gifted Education Endorsement ...12

History ...12

Information Technology Endorsement ...12

Instructional Technology ...12

Leadership in Instructional Technology Endorsement ...13

MBA - Blended ...13

Music Education ...13

Physical Education Master Teacher ...13

PK-12 School Librarian Endorsement ...13

Reading PK-12 ...14

Science/Math Education ...14

Spanish Education ...14

Special Education: Advanced Practitioner ...14

Special Education: Gifted Education ...14

Special Education K-6 Endorsement ...14

Special Education 7-12 Endorsement ...15

Special Education: Special Education ...15

Student Aff airs ...15

Transitional Certifi cation Program ...15

Online Programs

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Business Administration

Th e Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) Online Degree Completion Program is ideal for working adults interested in skill and knowledge development as well as degree completion. Th is degree in business administration provides students with a solid foun-dation of the various aspects of businesses and an appreciation of how the integration of those functional areas impact organizational perfor-mance. Graduates of the BSBA Online Degree Completion Program earn a four-year degree in Business Administration from UNK. Gradu-ates of this program often fi nd positions in management, marketing, accounting, fi nance, economics, human resource management, information technology, and supply chain management. Th e UNK business programs are accredited by AACSB International, the highest standard of achievement of business schools worldwide. Th e BSBA program requires a total of 35 credit hours for the major plus comple-tion of a minor. Th e accounting minor (21 hrs.) and marketing/man-agement minor (24 hrs.) can be completed totally online. Core courses are off ered each semester, with minor courses off ered concurrently on a rotating basis. Refer to page 8 for a list of UNK online minors.

Degree: Bachelor of Science

Program: Business Administration

Degree Level: Undergraduate Degree Completion

Credit Hours: 65 credit hours available online (120 credit hours needed to graduate)

Prerequisite: Students need to complete 45 hours of general studies courses and 21 hours of 200-level business courses (macroeconomics, microeconomics, business communications, statistics, account ing I, accounting II and applied calculus) necessary for a Bachelor’s degreee independently. Preference will be given to those who have general studies completed.

Contact: Barb Wayman

Dept: Management

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 308-865-8515

Criminal Justice

Th e online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice is a degree com-pletion program designed for students who may already have earned an associate’s degree or who have completed the majority of their general education courses. Th is online program combines courses from the Kearney, Omaha, and Lincoln campuses, providing you with the best academic experience possible. Courses refl ect current trends in justice, and faculty have both practitioner and research expertise. A highlight of the degree program is the intensive internship that will provide hands-on experience in the fi eld. Th e internship is com-pleted at a location convenient to the student. Past placements have included the Nebraska State Patrol and National Security Agency. Th e criminal justice fi eld is experiencing sustained growth. Students have dozens of career paths to choose from, working in law enforce-ment, corrections, the courts, victims of crime, and with juvenile and special off ender populations.

Program: Criminal Justice

Credit Hours: 58 credit hours (varies with program)

Prerequisites: Some general studies coursework preferred

Contact: Tami Fosher

Dept: Criminal Justice

Phone: 308-865-8892

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Driver Education Endorsement (Blended)

Th e Driver Education Endorsement may be an addition to your Nebraska Teaching Certifi cate. Th is endorsement also provides the courses necessary for non-certifi ed teachers to be approved by the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles. Students pursuing this certifi cation in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certifi cation requirements. Th e undergraduate course-work may be completed online while the lab component must be completed at the Nebraska Safety Center Driving Range in Kearney, Nebraska. Th is lab component may be completed in a minimum of three to fi ve days.

Endorsement: Driver Education Endorsement

Degree Level: Undergraduate

Credit Hours: 9 credit hours

Prerequisites: To obtain a Driver Education Endorsement or equivalency of a Driver Education Endorsement you need to be at least 21 years of age.

Format: Blended (Mostly Online) with a minimum of 3-5 days residency required

Contact: Sherry Morrow

Dept: Nebraska Safety Center

Phone: 308-865-8259

Early Childhood and Family Advocacy

Th e Family Studies and the Early Childhood Education Programs at UNK have created a new undergraduate degree completion program, a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood and Family Advocacy. Th is program is designed to address the emerging needs in Nebraska and nationwide for professionals trained to work with children and fami-lies in non-teaching positions within formal public agency programs, private childcare centers, and early childhood education centers. While Early Childhood Education programs are plentiful and degrees are adequate to prepare preschool teachers, there are few programs that prepare Early Childhood Family Advocates - those within educational settings working with families and children in non-teach-ing positions. Family Advocates provide comprehensive educational and case management services to children and their families in their homes.

Program: Early Childhood and Family Advocacy

Credit Hours: 60 credit hours (120 hours needed to graduate)

Prerequisites: None

Contact: Dr. Toni Hill

Dept: Family Studies & Interior Design and Teacher Education

Phone: 308-865-8232

Early Childhood Inclusive (ECI)

Th e Early Childhood Inclusive program is designed for in-service teachers, assistants in preschools, staff in HeadStart programs, and other non-traditional students who are unable to attend regular face-to-face classes at a university. Students pursuing certifi cation in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certifi cation requirements.

ECI BA degree - Students with an ECI BA degree will have the oppor-tunity to complete their Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Inclusive Teaching Endorsement (Birth through 3rd grade) while working in early childhood-related places of employment. Th is early childhood

degree prepares graduates to teach children ages 0-5 in special education settings and ages 0-8 in regular education settings. Th is is a degree completion program, which assumes that students will complete most of their general studies courses at a community college prior to transferring to UNK.

Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Education

Program: Early Childhood Inclusive

Prerequisites: Most general studies courses can be completed prior to transferring to UNK. Th ese courses must meet Academic Transfer

program guidelines.

Format: Online with supervised school-based experiences and student teaching on site

Contact: Chilene Black

Dept: Teacher Education

Phone: 308-865-8056

Organizational and Relational

Communication Comprehensive

Th e Bachelor of Science in Organizational and Relational Communica-tion is a degree compleCommunica-tion program designed for those students who may already have earned an Associate Degree or have most of their general studies completed. UNK’s Department of Communication is delivering the comprehensive major online which totals 45 credit hours. Th is consists of 33 credit hours of required Organizational and Relational Communication courses and 12 credit hours of a support track in Mass Communication. For students who may already have 12 credit hours in a particular discipline or who may want to choose a diff erent support track, please consult with the advisor.

Program: Organizational and Relational Communication Comprehensive

DegreeLevel: Undergraduate Degree Completion

CreditHours: 45 credit hours (33 credit hours of required Organizational Communication & Relational courses and 12 credit hours of a support track in Mass Communication. For students who may already have 12 credit hours in a particular discipline or who may want to choose a diff erent support track, they have this option, but need to consult with the advisor.)

Prerequisites: Associate Degree or the majority of the general studies

requirements completed

Contact: Michael Taylor

Dept: Communication

Phone: 308-865-8966

Pre-Speech Language Pathology Coursework

Th e online Pre-Speech Language Pathology (Pre-SLP) courses are designed to allow rural and non-traditional students the

opportunity to complete prerequisite undergraduate defi ciencies necessary to pursue a graduate degree in Communication Disorders. Specifi cally, the series of courses are intended for students from another discipline to prepare for entry into a Masters degree program in Speech-Language Pathology or a Doctoral degree program in Audiology. Th ere is no degree associated with the Pre-SLP program but rather 11 courses or 34 credit hours. To begin, students should have completed all General Studies requirements or hold an undergraduate degree in a major other than Communication Disorders. For eventual SLP certifi cation, a student must complete a Masters Degree and coursework addressing foundation knowledge

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Online Minors

outside the discipline of communication sciences and disorders that is generally obtained during undergraduate education, including coursework in the Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, and Social/Behavioral Sciences.

Degree: No degree is granted

Courses: A series of 11 courses in Pre-Speech Language Pathology

CourseLevel: Undergraduate

CreditHours: 34 credit hours

Prerequisites: None

Contact: Dr. Diane Loeb, Chair

Dept: Communication Disorders

Phone: 308-865-8305

Sociology

Th e Bachelor of Science in Sociology is a 36 credit hour online degree completion program designed for students who have an associate degree or have taken most of their general studies classes. Th e BS in Sociology degree requires a total of 12 courses or 36 student credit hours of coursework. Five courses are required for every student, and seven courses are part of the general sociology emphasis. In addition a minor of 24 credit hours is required.

Program: Sociology

DegreeLevel: Undergraduate Degree Completion

Prerequisites: Associate degree or the majority of the general studies

requirements completed.

Contact: Tami Fosher

Dept: Sociology

Phone: 308-865-8892

Vocational Diversifi ed Occupations Endorsement

School districts nationally must have vocationally endorsed teachers to apply for Federal Perkins funds for innovation and improvement of a vocational program. A Vocational Diversifi ed Occupations supplemental endorsement for Nebraska requires 6 credit hours of classroom instruction and 1,000 hours verifi ed work experience other than teaching. Students pursuing certifi cation in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certifi cation requirements. Off ered at both the undergraduate and graduate level.

Endorsement: Vocational Diversifi ed Occupations Endorsement

DegreeLevel: Undergraduate & Graduate

Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree and Teacher Certifi cation

Contact: Dr. Janet Lear

Dept: Economics

Phone: 308-865-8482

Online Minors

Accounting Minor -

21 credit hours Required - 21 credit hours

Take all of the following:

ACCT 250 - Principles of Accounting I - 3 hours ACCT 251 - Principles of Accounting II - 3 hours ACCT 350 - Intermediate Accounting I - 3 hours ACCT 351 - Intermediate Accounting II - 3 hours MATH 102GS* - College Algebra - 3 hours

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*Students with suffi cient preparation may enter the mathematics program at a higher level.

Take 2 courses from:

ACCT 352 - Cost Accounting - 3 hours ACCT 451 - Tax Accounting - 3 hours ACCT 470 - Auditing - 3 hours

Minor: Accounting

Contact Person: Dr. Steve Hall

Dept: Accounting & Finance

Phone: 308-865-8124

Criminal Justice Minor -

24 credit hours

A grade of “C” or above is required for all courses in this minor.

Required - 9 credit hours

CJUS 101GS - Introduction to Criminal Justice - 3 hours CJUS 215 - Correctional Services and Systems - 3 hours CJUS 230 - Th e Police Service - 3 hours

Electives - 15 credit hours

Take 15 hours from:

CJUS 250 - Criminal Justice Research Methods I - 3 hours (Prereq: STAT 235GS or STAT 241GS)

CJUS 310 - Community Based Corrections - 3 hours CJUS 315 - Victimology: Victims of Crime - 3 hours CJUS 321 - Technology in Criminal Justice - 3 hours CJUS 326 - Th eories of Crime and Criminal Law - 3 hours CJUS 345 - Criminal Law - 3 hours

CJUS 353 - Crime Prevention and Security - 3 hours CJUS 370 - Women and Crime - 3 hours

CJUS 375GS - Comparative Criminal Justice Systems - 3 hours CJUS 380GS - Minorities and Criminal Justice - 3 hours CJUS 401 - Special Topics - 3 hours

CJUS 480 - Senior Seminar: Professional Ethics and Career Development - 3 hours

Minor: Criminal Justice

Contact Person: Tami Fosher

Dept: Criminal Justice & Social Work

Phone: 308-865-8892

Industrial Safety Minor -

SFED 335 - General Safety Education - 3 hours SFED 425 - Ergonomics - 3 hours

SFED 435 - Occupational Safety and Health - 3 hours

SFED 460 - Organization and Administration of Safety Programs - 1 hour Must take concurrently with SFED 461 or SFED 462.

SFED 477 - Accident/Incident Investigation and Analysis - 3 hours SFED 478 - Behavior Based Safety Systems - 3 hours

SFED 498 - Special Topics in Safety - 3 hours ITEC 308 - Industrial Management - 3 hours

Take 1 course from:

Must take concurrently with SFED 460.

SFED 461 - Supervision of Industrial Safety Programs - 2 hours SFED 462 - Supervision of Construction Safety Programs - 2 hours

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Minor: Industrial Safety

Contact Person: Jami Koester

Dept: Industrial Technology

Phone: 308-865-8149

Marketing/Management Minor -

MKT 300 - Principles of Marketing - 3 hours MGT 301 - Principles of Management - 3 hours

Take 6 of the following:

MKT 336 - Services Marketing - 3 hours MKT 430 - International Marketing - 3 hours MKT 437 - Sales Management - 3 hours MKT 438 - Consumer Behavior - 3 hours

MKT 460 - Strategic Product Management - 3 hours

MGT 314* - Operations and Supply Management - 3 hours (Prereq: MGT 233GS or equivalent)

MGT 380 - Human Resource Management - 3 hours

MIS 302* - Principles of Management Information Systems - 3 hours BSAD 295* - Business Communications - 3 hours (Prereq: ENG 101)

*Note: Students can duplicate no more than 6 credit hours between their major and minor if they are UNK Business Administration Majors. If they are not, they may also be able to take MGT 314 - Operations & Supply Managment, MIS 302 - Principles of Management Informa-tion Systems, or BSAD 295 - Business CommunicaInforma-tions as online Minor electives up to 12 hours of course duplication.

Minor: Marketing/Management

Contact Person: Deb Nourse

Dept: Marketing & MIS

Phone: 308-865-8468

Sociology Minor -

SOC 100GS - Introduction to Sociology - 3 hours SOC 300 - Sociological Th eory - 3 hours Take 1 course from:

SOC 201 - Social Inequality - 3 hours SOC 250GS - Anthropology - 3 hours Take 1 course from:

SOC 225 - Global Cultures and Diversity - 3 hours SOC 275 - Social Psychology - 3 hours

Take 12 hours of SOC 300- or SOC 400-level courses other than those listed above, excluding SOC 490 and SOC 499.

Minor: Sociology

Contact Person: Tami Fosher

Dept: Sociology Geography & Earth Sciences

Phone: 308-865-8892

Strategic Communication Support Track -

12 credit hours (This is not a minor but a support track for the Organizational Communication degree. Refer to page 9.)

JMC 100 - Global Media Literacy

JMC 230 - Integrated Marketing Communication JMC 309 - Public Relations

JMC 460 - Mass Media & Society

Dept: Communication

Contact Person: Michael Taylor

Phone: 308-865-8249

+9 Post-Master’s Coursework

Th e +9 Post-Master’s coursework is designed for teachers who hold a Bachelor’s degree with a Teaching Certifi cate and are interested in updating their knowledge or developing new skills. You may choose a triad of 3 graduate courses (9 credit hours) from one of 7 diff er-ent subject areas, or you may create your own by selecting courses from diff erent triads. If you do not hold a Master’s degree and are interested in any of these courses, contact Holly Peterson by email at [email protected] or by phone at 308-865-8512. Listed below are the triads to choose from:

Instructional Technology Leadership Empowering Learners Leadership Special Education Visual Production Multiple Literacies School Library Overview/Refresher

Program: +9 Post-Master’s Coursework

CourseLevel: Graduate

Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree and Teaching Certifi cate

Contact: Holly Peterson

Phone: 308-865-8512

Art Education: Classroom Education Emphasis

Th e Master in Education - Art Education: Classroom Education Emphasis is designed to meet the needs of those individuals who are currently teaching art in a K-12 school system. Th e program provides opportunities for students who hold a BA or BS degree in Art

Education, BFA, BA or a BS in a Visual Arts degree program, Art History and Museum Studies. Th is degree does not grant certifi cation to teach art in K-12 schools.

Degree: Master of Arts in Education

Program: Art Education: Classroom Education Emphasis

Degree Level: Graduate

Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree in art education or visual arts. (Studio, Graphic Arts, Art History, or Art Education)

Contact: Dr. Lisa Kastello

Dept: Art & Art History

Phone: 308-627-6224

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Art Education: Museum Education Emphasis

Th e Master in Education - Art Education: Museum Education Emphasis is designed to meet the needs of those individuals who are pursuing a career in Museum education. Th e program provides opportunities for students who hold a BA or BS degree in Art Education, BFA, BA or a BS in a Visual Arts degree program, Art History and Museum Studies. Museums of the 21st century are evolving. Th ey are increasing in number, expanding in size, and becoming virtually available. Practical approaches are needed for incorporating contemporary art into curricula. Th is program explores museum education through dynamic discussions about readings on art, visual literacy through

interpretation of culturally relevant images, museums, and curricula; engages in gallery activities and group discussions with opportuni-ties for studio projects; and, creates new information and materials for classroom use. Th is degree does not grant certifi cation to teach art in K-12 schools.

Program: Art Education: Museum Education Emphasis

Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree in art education or visual arts. (Studio, Graphic Arts, Art History, or Art Education)

Contact: Dr. Lisa Kastello

Dept: Art & Art History

Phone: 308-627-6224

Biology

Th e non-thesis Master of Science in Biology is off ered online with no residency requirement. Lectures are available by Video on Demand. Th is 36-hour program is designed for high school and middle school teachers, scientists, researchers, or anyone who could benefi t from an advanced education in biology. Th e Department has established itself as a leader nationwide in the successful delivery of its online Biology graduate degree program.

Degree: Master of Science

Program: Biology

Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Biology

Contact: Brian Peterson or Robyn Schoenebeck Interim Director: Dr. Julie Shaff er

Dept: Biology

Phone: 308-865-1589

Curriculum & Instruction: K-12

Th e Master of Arts in Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree is a 36-credit hour program designed for K-12 teachers in all areas and grade levels who are interested in becoming better classroom teachers. Th e Curriculum & Instruction advances the professional growth of educators, whether the goal is to expand work within a given discipline, or address particular instructional concerns. Th e seven concentration areas of study are:

• Elementary Education • Instructional Eff ectiveness • Early Childhood Education • Reading/Special Education • English as a Second Language • Secondary Education

• Transitional Certifi cation

English as a Second Language is the only concentration that will lead to an additional supplementary endorsement. Students pursu-ing certifi cation in other states must check with their State Depart-ment of Education for certifi cation requireDepart-ments.

Program: Curriculum & Instruction

Phone: 308-865-8512

Curriculum & Instruction

Secondary Education Concentration in English

Th e Master of Arts in Education in Curriculum and Instruction in Secondary Education is a 36-credit hour program designed for English teachers; 18 credit hours of content coursework is delivered by the English Department and 18 credit hours of pedagogy course-work is off ered by the Teacher Education Department. Th e program is primarily designed for middle school and high school teachers who are interested in furthering their education in English/Language Arts area and becoming better English teachers. All courses are off ered online. Th is program will provide teachers with the opportunity to network with other colleagues throughout the Nation who have similar professional goals. To accommodate teachers’ busy

schedules, one course will be off ered each fall and spring semesters, with two courses off ered in the summer sessions.

Program: Curriculum and Instruction - Secondary Education Concentration in English

Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree is required with a major or minor in English or English Education. Applicants must hold a valid teaching certifi cate and have teaching experience in a secondary school

setting, as well as meet the requirements for admission set forth by the Offi ce of Graduate Studies & Research.

Phone: 308-865-8512

Early Childhood Inclusive Additional Endorsement

Th e online Early Childhood Inclusive program is designed for in-ser-vice teachers, assistants in preschools, staff in HeadStart programs, and other non-traditional students who are unable to attend regular face-to-face classes at a university. Students pursuing certifi cation in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certifi cation requirements.

Th is endorsement prepares graduates to teach children ages 0-5 in special education settings and ages 0-8 in regular education settings. Participants will already have their Bachelor’s in teaching, which can be in any subject/discipline. Th e number of hours a participant needs in order to complete the degree is dependent upon the Teach-ing Endorsement that is currently held. A degree audit will examine the courses already completed toward the Additional Endorsement program and will determine how many of the programs 56-59 hours will be needed for completion.

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Endorsement: Early Childhood Inclusive

Degree Level: Graduate Non-Degree Seeking

Credit Hours: 56-59 credit hours

Prerequisites: A completed Bachelor’s degree and Teaching Certifi cate in any discipline is required

Phone: 308-865-8056

Early Childhood Inclusive Initial Certifi cation

Th e online Early Childhood Inclusive program is designed for in-service teachers, assistants in preschools, staff in HeadStart programs, and other non-traditional students who are unable to attend regular face-to-face classes at a university. Students pursuing certifi cation in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certifi cation requirements.

Graduates with an ECI Initial Certifi cation will be prepared to teach children ages 0-5 in special education settings and ages 0-8 in regular education settings. Th is program is off ered in lieu of a traditional Bachelor’s degree. A degree audit will examine the courses already completed toward the Initial Certifi cation program and will deter-mine how many of the programs 80-83 hours will be needed for completion.

Degree Level: Graduate Non-Degree Seeking

Credit Hours: 80-83 credit hours

Prerequisites: A completed Bachelor’s degree in any discipline is required

Phone: 308-865-8056

Educational Administration

School Principalship, PreK-8 or 7-12

Th e School Principalship program prepares teachers for the administrative role of principal. Th e coursework is off ered online, while the Practicum is completed with experienced school administrators serving as mentors. Th is program meets the require-ments for Administrative and Supervisory Certifi cation in Nebraska. Students pursuing certifi cation in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certifi cation requirements.

Program: School Principalship PreK-8 or 7-12

Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree - Teacher Certifi cation

Dept: Educational Administration

Phone: 308-865-8512

Educational Administration

Supervisor of Special Education

Th e Master of Arts in Education – Supervisor of Special Education is designed to provide the necessary background to serve as a Supervisor of Special Education. Th is program meets the requirements for Administrative and Supervisory Certifi cation in Nebraska. Students pursuing certifi cation in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certifi cation.

Program: Educational Administration - Supervisor of Special Education

Prerequisites: Must hold a currently valid Special Education endorsement with two years of experience as a Special Education Teacher. Endorsements in School Psychology and Speech Pathology are considered as Special Education endorsements and serving as a school psychologist and/or speech pathologist is considered to be teaching experience.

Phone: 308-865-8512

Educational Administration

Curriculum Supervisor of Academic Area

Th e Master of Arts in Education - Curriculum Supervisor of Academic Area is for the preparation of academic fi eld supervisors. Th is program fulfi lls the requirements for the Standard Administra-tive and Supervisory Certifi cate with an endorsement in a specifi c fi eld. It is also off ered as a non-certifi cation program. Students pursuing certifi cation in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certifi cation.

Program: Curriculum Supervisor of Academic Area

DegreeLevel: Graduate

Prerequisites: Must hold a currently valid endorsement in the academic area selected for this program, with two years of experience as a teacher in the content area.

Phone: 308-865-8512

Educational Specialist - School Superintendent

Th e Educational Specialist is an advanced degree for those who already hold a Master’s degree. Th e Specialist degree prepares current administrators for the role of school superintendent. Th e coursework is off ered online while the Field Study and Internship courses are completed with experienced school administrators serving as mentors. Th is 33-credit hour program meets the requirements for the Nebraska Professional Administrative and Supervisory Certifi cate, preparing candidates for superintendent positions in all public and parochial schools in Nebraska. Students pursuing certifi cation in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certifi cation requirements. Th e UNK Educational Administration Department has established itself as a leader in the successful delivery of the Educational Specialist Degree.

Degree: Educational Specialist

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CreditHours: 33 credit hours - 69 credit hours (depending on past degrees)

Prerequisites: Must hold a Master’s degree in related education fi eld, and an administrative certifi cate

Format: Online (except Field Study and Internship which may be completed off campus)

Phone: 308-865-8512

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Supplementary Endorsement

Th e online English as a Second Language (ESL) Supplementary Endorsement provides teachers with current approaches to teaching ESL students. Th e program focuses on instructional methods, curriculum, and teaching materials that promote the mastery of English in order for students to achieve academically in all content areas. All coursework is presented online. Th is program is a 24-credit hour graduate supplemental endorsement which can be applied towards a Master of Curriculum and Instruction degree. Th e ESL Supplementary Endorsement is approved by the Nebraska State Department of Education. Students pursuing certifi cation in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certifi cation requirements.

Endorsement: ESL Supplementary Endorsement

Phone: 308-865-8512

Gifted Education Endorsement

Th e Gifted Endorsement is designed to prepare educators with the knowledge base and competencies necessary for the appropriate education of gifted and talented learners. Th ese 18 credit hours are necessary for the Nebraska Supplementary Endorsement in Gifted Education. Students pursuing certifi cation in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certifi cation requirements.

Endorsement: Gift ed Education Endorsement

Phone: 308-865-8512

History

Th e master’s degree in history at UNK is designed for a wide variety of persons interested in pursuing graduate education in historical study. Th e program off ers credits for those just beginning a graduate career, teachers and others desiring further professional development, and those seeking greater personal fulfi llment. Two options are avail-able: thesis and non-thesis (for those interested in a terminal degree). Coursework for either option is off ered both on campus and online. Students may choose to take all their courses online, or on campus, or they may choose to blend these delivery methods together in one program. A focused, yet eclectic professional program, the history

master’s degree can launch a potential career in a number of promis-ing directions.

Degree: Master of Arts

Program: History

Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree with at least 18 hours of history

Contact: Amber Alexander or Stacey Stubbs

Dept: History

Phone: 308-865-8766

Th e application deadlines are June 15 for Fall Semester; October 15 for Spring Semester; and March 15 for Summer Session.

Information Technology Endorsement

Th e information technology track is designed for individuals who are interested in the computer science aspect of instructional technol-ogy. Th e track focuses on information technology teaching meth-odologies, programming techniques, and system administration skills. Th is track will provide a strong foundation for individuals who are working in the information technology areas related to schools, multimedia, web design specialists, and for individuals interested in more of a technology focus area of instruction. It is also designed for business professionals who train or support end users. For certifi ed teachers, this track will lead to a supplemental endorsement in Infor-mation Technology, which allows recipients to teach programming and web design courses in K-12 schools. For non-teachers, this track does not lead to the initial teaching certifi cate but it does allow for fl exibility in course selection and inclusion of additional computer science and information technology courses.

All the classes taken for the Information Technology track apply towards the Master of Science in Education in Instructional Technol-ogy degree.

Endorsement: Information Technology Endorsement

Phone: 308-865-8512

Instructional Technology

Th e Master of Science in Education - Instructional Technology off ers four concentrations for students to choose from -- (1) Th e Instructional Technology Concentration focuses on the application aspects of com-puter and other technologies in education and business training. Grad-uates will be able to manage and use IT resources in their classrooms, buildings, districts, or workplaces. (2) Th e Leadership in Instructional Technology Concentration is for those who are interested in pursu-ing a management and/or trainpursu-ing position in business or education. (3) Th e School Librarian Concentration focuses on developing school librarians with technological expertise. Th is concentration may lead to a PK-12 School Librarian Endorsement. (4) Th e Information Technol-ogy Concentration is designed for K-12 teachers who teach IT courses or provide IT support to their school district.

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Program: Instructional Technology

Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree

Phone: 308-865-8512

Leadership in Instructional Technology

Endorsement

Th e Leadership in Instructional Technology track leads to a supple-mental endorsement for the Nebraska Department of Education. It is designed to provide administrative and leadership skills in the use of technology in school settings. In addition to developing instructional technology skills, the candidate will develop technology administra-tion abilities, manage professional development resources, and will be able to provide instructional technology leadership for his or her school building or district. For certifi ed teachers, this track will lead to a supplemental endorsement in Leadership in instructional Technol-ogy. For non-teachers, this track does not lead to the initial teach-ing certifi cate but it does allow for fl exibility in course selection and inclusion of additional management and administrative technology courses.

All the classes taken for the Leadership in Instructional Technology track apply towards the Master of Science in Education in Instructional Technology degree.

Endorsement: Leadership in Instructional Technology Endorsement

Phone: 308-865-8512

MBA (Blended)

Th e University of Nebraska at Kearney has restructured its AACSB ac-credited MBA program (Generalist Track) by blending online classes with face-to-face class meetings to deliver an engaging, real world educational experience. Students get the best of both worlds - the fl exibility of online courses combined with the personal

attention, interactivity, and experiential learning of in-person delivery. With nearly 85% of the instruction off ered online, students are only required to attend face-to-face classes about 15% of the time. Seven classes are off ered totally online while four classes are off ered in a blended format (mostly online with 6 or less on-campus meetings). A typical semester may consist of one fully online class and one blended class.

Degree: Master of Business Administration - Generalist Track

Program: Business

Delivery: Blended (Mostly Online)

Admission

Requirements: http://www.unk.edu/mba

Contact: Dr. Srivatsa (Sri) Seshadri

Dept: MBA

Phone: 308-865-8346

Music Education

Th e Department of Music & Performing Arts off ers its graduate music program to serve three main purposes: 1)Provide music courses for those teachers who seek a Master of Arts in Education-Music Education degree program; 2) Make available a variety of courses for those students who do not wish to pursue an advanced degree, and 3) Provide experi-ences for graduate students which will serve their cultural and profes-sional needs. At least one music course will be available each fall and spring semester with three to four music courses off ered each summer. Several non-music courses are available each fall, spring and summer. Th ese courses will all be off ered within a 3-year period. Th is degree does not grant certifi cation to teach music in K-12 schools.

Program: Music Education

Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree in Music

Contact: Dr. Jan Harriott

Dept: Music & Performing Arts

Phone: 308-865-8608

Physical Education Master Teacher

Th e MAE in Physical Education Master Teacher is a 36 credit hour program designed for those teachers who prefer a broader understand-ing of pedagogical practices and a greater skillfulness in delivery of instruction including the ability to gather and use data to assess student learning and revise or design curriculum. With two tracks available, teachers have the option of choosing either the 1) Pedagogy Emphasis or 2) Special Populations Emphasis. Th e Pedagogy Emphasis provides graduates with advanced knowledge and competence in the teaching of physical education in elementary to post-secondary school settings. Th e Special Population Emphasis provides graduates with advanced

knowledge and competence in providing physical education to students with disabilities and leads to the endorsement in Adapted Physical Education issued by the Nebraska Department of Education.

Program: Physical Education Master Teacher

Prerequisite: Bachelor’s degree and Teaching Certifi cate

Contact: Dr. Nita Unruh

Dept: Kinesiology & Sport Sciences

Phone: 308-865-8335

PK-12 School Librarian Endorsement

Th e School Librarian endorsement focuses on developing school librarians with technological expertise. Th is endorsement may be applied to a Master of Science in Education - Instructional Technology degree, see page 13. Students pursuing this endorsement in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certifi cation requirements.

Endorsement: PK-12 School Librarian Endorsement