34 courses with the subject EDRS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
EDRS 220Introduction to Applied Quantitative Analysis3
Develops fundamental concepts and methods of statistics in social science settings. Explores applications of descriptive and inferential statistics including hypothesis testing, correlational and comparative methods.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Mason Core: Mason Core, Quantitative ReasoningSchedule Type: LectureGrading: This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale. 500 Level Courses
Develops skills, insights, and understanding to perform research, with emphasis on interpreting and applying research results. Critiques research, and uses findings in educational settings.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.
Examines fundamental concepts and methods of statistics as applied to educational problems, including descriptive and inferential statistics.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisite: (EDRS 590B).B Requires minimum grade of B.
Focuses on basic application of naturalistic research methods. Examines major theoretical frameworks and qualitative research techniques, which include content analysis, coding, and interpretation of data.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: B or better in EDRS 590 or equivalent; concurrent enrollment in EDRS 590 possible with instructor permission.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.
EDRS 622Educational and Psychological Measurement3
Emphasizes techniques and principles used in the construction, administration, and quantification of measuring devices for evaluation purposes. Discusses interpretation of standardized tests of ability, aptitude, achievement, interest, and personality.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment with EDRS 621 possible with instructor permission; instructor permission possible with previous statistics experience.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: (EDRS 620C and 621*C).* May be taken concurrently.C Requires minimum grade of C.
Examines research theory and practice relevant to assessments. Focuses on assessment strategies for students including developing skills to select, score, and interpret educational assessments.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: Recommended EDRS 590 and EDRS 620 (concurrent enrollment permitted)Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.
Focuses on perspectives of existing and emerging issues, theories, and models of program evaluation. Involves implementation of program evaluation in related fields and school districts.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: EDRS 621; EDRS 620 concurrent enrollment possible with instructor permissionRegistration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: (EDRS 590B and 620B).B Requires minimum grade of B.
EDRS 680Advanced Evaluation Methods and Internship1-4
Expands knowledge about evaluation with practical experience in the field through an internship and combines advanced thinking about evaluation theories, issues, methodologies, and research on evaluation. Emphasizes evaluation in educational contexts including K-12, higher education, government, and informal learning environments. Also considers evaluation work in grant-funded projects.Offered by School of Education. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 8 credits. Equivalent to EDRS 880.Recommended Prerequisite: EDRS 590, 620, 621, and 631.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.
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Repeatable
May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 8 credits.
Advanced study of selected topics in education for students preparing for doctoral studies or who have been admitted to the PhD program in education. Notes: May be repeated for credit with CEHD approval.Offered by School of Education. May be repeated within the degree.Specialized Designation: Topic VariesRegistration Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Non-Degree level students.
EDRS 810Problems and Methods in Education Research3
Advanced course in interpreting and applying education research methods. Emphasizes comparison of alternative philosophies of research, ways of formulating questions and hypotheses, research plans, and analysis procedures. Students evaluate existing studies, and investigate a range of research approaches.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: Admission to the PhD program or permission of instructor.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Education or Music Education.
EDRS 811Quantitative Methods in Educational Research3
Emphasizes advanced methods of conducting research using quantitative methods of data collection, and analysis appropriate for research in education. Includes design of experimental and quasiexperimental research studies, and methods of analysis appropriate to these studies, including analyzing variance and multiple linear regression.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDRS 810B- or 810XS.B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
EDRS 812Qualitative Methods in Educational Research3
Teaches how to apply qualitative data collection and analysis procedures in educational research, including ethnographic and other field-based methods, and unobtrusive measures. Notes: Emphases vary depending on student interests and needs.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDRS 810B- or 810XS.B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
Develops knowledge and skills of anti-colonial research methodologies. Emphasizes theories that undergird anti-colonial and decolonial approaches to research as well as ethical and methodological tensions surrounding these approaches. Includes anti-colonial and decolonial methods for data collection and analysis appropriate for research in education as well as other social sciences.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: Successful completion (with a grade of B or higher) of EDRS 810, EDRS 811, and EDRS 812, or equivalent coursework or experience, or permission of the instructorRegistration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy or Graduate.
EDRS 818Critical Discourse Analysis in Education Research3
Prepares students with a working knowledge of discourse analysis and its application to ethnographic and qualitative research in education. Focuses on critical discourse analysis as a resource to improve classroom interaction and transform educational practice and as an analytic tool for a social analysis of education in a wide variety of local, national and international education contexts and settings.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: EDRS 810 EDRS 811 EDRS 812 or permission of instructor.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
EDRS 820Evaluation Methods for Educational Programs and Curricula3
Explores development and types of current systems and models for evaluating educational programs and curricula. Emphasizes evaluation needs and problems of public and private elementary and secondary schools, and colleges and universities. Also considers needs of government agencies, industry, and health-related organizations. Notes: Prior completion of EDRS 811 and 812 helpful but not required.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDRS 810B- or 810XS.B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
EDRS 821Advanced Applications of Quantitative Methods3
Advanced study of applications of quantitative methods in educational research, reinforcing and building on concepts and skills acquired in EDRS 811. Uses modular approach, and provides advanced study of techniques appropriate to survey research, group-experimental and quasiexperimental research, selected multivariate procedures and factor analysis, and quantitative synthesis (meta-analysis) of research. Combines text reading assignments, critiques, and discussion of relevant journal articles; and application activities.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: (EDRS 810B- or 810XS) and (EDRS 811B- or 811XS).B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
EDRS 822Advanced Applications of Qualitative Methods3
Advanced seminar devoted to study of current topics in qualitative research. Deals with cutting-edge information on selected advanced topics in qualitative research, and provides opportunities to apply new skills and knowledge to projects related to students' interests.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: (EDRS 810B- or 810XS) and (EDRS 812B- or 812XS).B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
EDRS 823Advanced Research Methods in Single Subject/Case Design3
Prepares students to conduct research using single subject design and single case study design. Provides understanding of salient features as well as advantages, disadvantages of these research methodologies. Students critique and analyze published research using these methodologies. Provides opportunities to apply these methodologies to research questions related to student interests.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: (EDRS 810B- or 810XS) and (EDRS 811B- or 811XS) and (EDRS 812B- or 812XS).B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
EDRS 824Mixed Methods Research: Integrating Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches3
Advanced research seminar that integrates qualitative and quantitative approaches, methods, and data in a single study. The course covers the paradigms and "mental models" that inform both approaches, and the ways in which qualitative and quantitative goals, questions, methods, and interpretive strategies can be productively combined.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: (EDRS 810B- or 810XS) and (EDRS 811B- or 811XS) and (EDRS 812B- or 812XS).B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
EDRS 825Advanced Research Methods in Self-Study of Professional Practice3
Prepares students to conduct research using the self-study research methodology, a qualitative research approach for systematically examining one's practitioner role for improvement-aimed purposes with contributions to the educational field and knowledge base.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: Admission to PhD in Education program.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: (EDRS 810B- or 810XS) and (EDRS 811B- or 811XS) and (EDRS 812B- or 812XS).B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
Advanced research seminar on qualitative case study design and application in educational research. Topics include descriptive, theoretical, evaluation, and policy case study design and methods. Students will conduct and critique a case study appropriate to their discipline.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDRS 812B- or 812XS.B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
EDRS 827Introduction to Measurement and Survey Development3
Develops knowledge and skills related to measurement and survey development and use in research for education, psychology, and related fields.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDRS 811B- or 811XS.B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
Develops knowledge and skills related to Item Response Theory with application in the context of education, psychology, and related fields.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDRS 821B-, 821XS, 827B- or 827XS.B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
Develops knowledge and skills of the Bayesian perspective, a contemporary approach to quantitative analysis. Explores the applications for the Bayesian perspective on data analysis and inference for researchers and practitioners in the social and behavioral sciences.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisite: EDRS 821B-.B- Requires minimum grade of B-.
Analyzes nested data structures (e.g. students within classrooms) as well as student growth. Students will learn through reading assignments, lecture and applications using a computer program for data analysis. Students will be expected to critically read multilevel methods used in published research, analyze data, and provide written report of results in APA format.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDRS 821B- or 821XS.B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
Focusing on the development of knowledge and skills related to structural equation modeling and research applications in education, psychology, and related fields.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: EDRS 811.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: EDRS 821B- or 821XS.B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
Examines the methodological foundations of and analytical approaches to document-based research.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: (EDRS 810B- or 810XS) and (EDRS 811B- or 811XS) and (EDRS 812B- or 812XS).B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
Explores theoretical concepts associated with participatory action research and teaches how to apply participatory data collection and analysis procedures in educational research.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: (EDRS 812B- or 812XS) and (EDRS 822B- or 822XS).B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
Teaches theory behind narrative inquiry and application of narrative data collection and analysis procedures in educational research. Builds students’ abilities to conduct narrative data collection and analysis.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: (EDRS 812B- or 812XS) and (EDRS 822B- or 822XS).B- Requires minimum grade of B-.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
Prepares students to apply and critique grounded theory and related methods. Includes various approaches to design with particular attention to analysis techniques and theoretical selection, sensitivity, and saturation. Recommends students obtain IRB approval prior to beginning this course.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: EDRS 822.Schedule Type: LectureGrading: This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
EDRS 880Advanced Evaluation Methods and Internship1-4
Expands knowledge about evaluation with practical experience in the field through an internship and combines advanced thinking about evaluation theories, issues, methodologies, and research on evaluation. Emphasizes evaluation in educational contexts including K-12, higher education, government, and informal learning environments. Also considers evaluation work in grant-funded projects.Offered by School of Education. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 8 credits. Equivalent to EDRS 680.Recommended Prerequisite: EDRS 810, 811, 812, and 820.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy or Graduate.
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May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 8 credits.
EDRS 892Anti-Racist and Decolonizing Research Capstone3
Provides the opportunity to formulate, engage in, and complete an anti-racist and/or decolonizing research (ARDR) project or research internship under faculty supervision and mentorship.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: Completion of all courses required for the Anti-Racist and Decolonizing Research ConcentrationRegistration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy or Graduate.
Provides the opportunity to formulate, engage and complete a qualitative research project, research internship, or pilot study of their choice under faculty supervision in an advanced and specialized seminar.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: EDRS 812, EDRS 822.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to students with a major, minor, or concentration in Qualitative Research.
Develops knowledge and skills of selected advanced research methods topic(s).Offered by School of Education. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.Specialized Designation: Topic VariesRegistration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in the E1-PHD-EDHD or E1-PHD-EDUC programs.
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Credits (min)
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3
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Repeatable
May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.
