Educational Psychology (EDP) Courses
EDP 1333. Introduction to Behavior Technician. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
This course provides students with the opportunity to explore how human behavior works and to learn techniques to manage and understand it better. From the basics to more advanced methods, the course covers many topics in the field of behavior analysis. This course is for students who are curious about why people do what they do. By completing this course, students will fulfill the coursework requirement for the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, opening doors to job opportunities in the field of behavior analysis. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81; DL01 $75.
EDP 2003. Introduction to Behavior Health. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: EDP 1333. This class focuses on the foundational principles and procedures of behavior analysis assessment and behavior management. Students will learn assessment and intervention skills that can be applied as a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT). Coursework emphasizes theories and techniques of behavioral intervention assessment and management for children, teenagers, and adults with behavior challenges. Topics include pharmaceutical interventions, therapeutic interventions, prevention strategies, and the role of collaborative teaming of professionals in promoting behavioral health. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81.
EDP 2113. Learning How to Learn: Strategies for College and Career Success. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
This course will provide students with the opportunity to be immersed in the theoretical and empirical study of learning by engaging in experiences and activities drawn directly from the disciplinary research of the field of educational psychology. Students will learn about their own learning through opportunities and activities designed to help them nurture their personal academic and career goals. Topics will include an emphasis on the major theories of learning and motivation as explored through the lens of the college-going experience (including exploring career aptitudes and interests, how to apply for and navigate the college experience). Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81.
EDP 3203. Learning and Development in the Secondary School Adolescent. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and satisfaction of the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirement. An introduction to major theories of learning and development, with an emphasis on applications for planning, instruction, classroom management, and design of learning environments at the secondary level. Topics include individual and group differences, motivation, and secondary-level classroom management.
Generally offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81; DL01 $75.
EDP 3303. Learning and Development in the Middle School Context (Grades 4-8). (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and satisfaction of the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirement. An introduction to the major theories of learning and development, with an emphasis on applications for planning, instruction, classroom management, and design of learning environments at the middle school level (grades 4–8). Topics include child and adolescent development, individual and group-level differences, student motivation, and classroom management.
Generally offered: Fall and Spring. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81; DL01 $75.
EDP 3503. Motivation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: EDP 1333 and EDP 2003. In this class, you will apply the principles of behavior analysis to yourself. Why do you do the things you do? Why are some activities more effective than others in trying to achieve goals? How can you reach your goals? This course will address all of these questions and will help students understand environmental effects on people's motivation and how to arrange your life for success. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81; DL01 75.00.
EDP 3513. Autism. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: EDP 1333 and EDP 2003. In this class, you will learn about autism, the unique needs of individuals diagnosed with autism, how individuals are diagnosed, and how to tailor treatment programs to address their strengths and needs. You will also learn about the roles of interdisciplinary teams and how team members can effectively collaborate to provide a successful wrap-around service model. It includes an experiential learning opportunity. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81; DL01 $75.
EDP 3673. Introduction to Experimental Behavior Analysis. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: EDP 1333 and EDP 2003. Why do humans, animals, and other organisms behave the way they do? Is behavior predictable? Can you change behavior? In this class, you will learn about the principles of behavior analysis and behavior change. This course is focused on experimental principles of behavior analysis, special attention will be paid to philosophy, terminology, and methods. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81; DL01 $75.
EDP 3693. Behavior Analytic Intervention and Treatment. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: EDP 3673 and EDP 4683. This course will provide students with the opportunity to acquire knowledge about evidenced-based instructional practices based on the science of behavior analysis. Students will have the opportunity to learn to design appropriate function-based interventions, learn how to apply those interventions, and make decisions based on patient data to inform future interventions. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81.
EDP 4103. Introduction to School Psychology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
This seminar course examines the profession of school psychology, including: historical foundations of the school psychology profession, roles and functions of school psychologists, relationship to other specialties in psychology and education, graduate training and models of professional preparation, licensure, certification, career paths, diversity of practice settings, diversity of client populations served, current topics in research, educational settings, professional practice, and legal and ethical dilemmas facing school psychologists. Course fees: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81.
EDP 4123. Self Determination and Motivation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
This course provides an overview of motivation from multiple perspectives, including educational, psychological, and sociocultural, with an emphasis on self-determination theory. Students will be encouraged to reflect on personal motivation as they explore these perspectives and frameworks and how they intersect with different populations and contexts. Students will learn how to think about motivation as it relates to themselves, as well as areas and populations of interest. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81.
EDP 4133. Learning and Cognition. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
This course provides a current and comprehensive overview of theory and research related to human learning. The course will emphasize major concepts of learning theory from behavioral, cognitive, and sociocultural perspectives, and will cover related topics including motivation, development, and the role of technology. The course will underscore relationships between theory, research, and practice. Students will gain insights into the processes and outcomes of learning in general. They will also achieve a deeper understanding of their own learning, as well as the means of enhancing that learning in both school and out-of-school contexts. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81.
EDP 4143. Data Literacy for the Social Sciences. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Students who complete this course will be equipped with data literacy skills needed to navigate the modern information landscape. Students will be introduced to principles and techniques for evaluating qualitative and quantitative data that they encounter in their daily life, including judging internal, external, and measurement validity. The course also provides an overview of introductory qualitative and quantitative research methods, such as processes for collecting, representing, and communicating interview/observational data, as well as descriptive and inferential statistics for broad audiences. Students will apply data-literacy skills by reading and evaluating research articles and conducting a research project of their own. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81.
EDP 4203. Assessment and Evaluation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Completion of all requirements for admission to the Teacher Certification Program, including, but not limited to, satisfaction of the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirement, and completion of EDU 2103, and either EDP 3203 or EDP 3303. This course will discuss the principles and techniques necessary to develop sound assessment strategies for data-driven decision-making in classrooms. This course will focus on the role of summative and formative assessment in planning and classroom instruction, the creation of test items, administration of classroom evaluation procedures, and the roles of testing, measurement, and evaluation in daily classroom practice. The use and interpretation of standardized tests, alternative assessments, and norm- and criterion-referenced assessments will also be discussed, as well as theoretical and ethical issues related to testing and evaluation. This course must be completed with a grade of "B-" or better for it to serve as a prerequisite for Clinical Teaching: Grades 7-12 or Clinical Teaching: Grades EC-12. Restricted course, advisor code required for registration. Generally offered: Fall and Spring. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81.
EDP 4683. Advanced Behavior Assessment. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: EDP 3673. Advanced applications of the theory, principles, processes, concepts, and terminology of behavior analysis, and the learning principles on which behavior analysis is based within applied medical and clinical settings. In this course, students learn how to design and evaluate experimental interventions. Selection of intervention outcomes based on functional behavioral assessments are emphasized. Students learn to make recommendations to clients detailing all contingencies of targeted behavior change. Ethical considerations in the use of behavioral interventions will also be discussed. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81.
EDP 4693. Sharknado: What a Popular Movie and Natural Disaster Can Teach Us About Human Behavior. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: EDP 1333 and EDP 2003. In this class, you will learn about human behavior before, during, and after a catastrophic event. We will use historical events to uncover patterns of human behavior that help us understand and predict human behavior during a catastrophic event. We will also study group behaviors in virtual environments. Students will then apply their knowledge to survive a simulated catastrophe. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81; DL01 $75.
EDP 4713. Memory. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: EDP 1333 and EDP 2003. In this class, you will learn about brain disorders (e.g., traumatic brain injuries, Alzheimer’s, and dementia), how individuals are diagnosed, and some treatment options considering documented impairments in cognitive, social, planning/organization, language, and independent living skills. We will discuss how basic principles of behavior analysis can be used within a multidisciplinary team to provide rehabilitative services to improve those affected by brain disorders, reteaching appropriate skills to improve social problems, and serious behavior disorders. It includes an experiential learning opportunity. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81; DL01 $75.
EDP 4913. Independent Study. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student’s advisor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College in which the course is offered.
Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours of independent study, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Course Fee: STSH $30.81.
EDP 4953. Special Studies in Educational Psychology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Organized course offering the opportunity for specialized study not normally or not often available as part of the regular course offerings. Special Studies may be repeated for credit when topics vary, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Course Fees: LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81.
