HS 103 Personal Health & Wellness (Required)3 Semester Credit Hours This class will address a number of physical and mental health/wellnessissues which impact our students and the reservation community. The learning format will involve short modules, each having two parts. The first part will be identification of a health issue, its nature andscope on the Rosebud. The second part will cover wellness strategiesto either prevent or alleviate this issue at a personal level. Issues such as addiction, diabetes, smoking, depression and suicide, plusmore, will typically be covered. Will incorporate Lakota culture andreservation/rural perspectives.
HS 200 Fundamental of the Helping Professions (Elective)3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Sophomore StandingThis course will provide the students with an introduction to the field of human services including the overall philosophies, roles, and day-to-day activities of major programs, agencies, and institutionsproviding direct client services in such areas as mental health,criminal justice, social welfare, alcohol and drug counseling, andeducation. Students will examine their own potential in terms ofworking in the area of Human Services. Will incorporate Lakota cultureand reservation/rural perspectives.
HS 216 Topic Exploration in Human Services (Elective)Variable Credit Hours 1-3 A freshman/sophomore level class that focuses on exploration ofselected issues in the field of Human Services. Such issues are ones normally not covered in standard Human Services classes. or covereddifferently, will be explored. The class structure is designedprimarily for students desiring program training or personal intereststudy. I may be offered in alternative formats, such as seminars,workshops, using modern technology. May be taken again for additionalcredit, but doing so restricted. HS 216 may fill the general electiverequirement at the A.A. degree level; it will not suffice for 300-400
level credit. Will incorporate Lakota culture and reservation/rural
perspectives.
HS 290 Service-Learning I (Required)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Credit hour and grade
standards, permission of instructor, see Department for details.
This is the capstone course for the AA degree. The student will be
placed in a human services organization and supervised by an employee
of that site, along with supervision by the University instructor. The
time commitment will total 120 hours. Emphasis will be on student
observation, and, when appropriate, direct care services. This is the
one SL class that may be satisfied with relevant past work experience,
depending on the nature and quality of the experience, submission of
documentation, and approval by the SL instructor. Will incorporate
Lakota culture and reservation/rural perspectives.
HS 316 Topics in Human Services (Elective)
Variable Credit Hours 1-3**Prerequisite: Junior standing and permission
of instructor and advisor, EN 360 co-requisite.
An examination of selected issues within the area of human services.
May be taken again for additional credit, but doing so restricted.
This is a “WC” class; advanced writing component required. Will
incorporate Lakota culture and reservation/rural perspectives.
HS 370 Computer Applications in Human Services
3 Semester Credit Hours
This course is designed to acquaint and teach students various computer
programs available for human services professionals. Content focus
areas include employee supervision, work performance assessment, and
selection, client assessment, case notation, social summary
preparation, and client service needs.
HS 390 Service-Learning II – Lakota Culture-Specific (Required)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: credit hour and grade
standards, permission of instructor, see Department for details.
This is a capstone course to finish the junior year. The student will
gain experience in settings which emphasize both Lakota culture and
human services. Primary focus will be on how Lakota culture can
complement and strengthen the individual, community, and tribe.
Placement sites will vary, depending upon the student’s background,
preparation, and assessment by the SL instructor. The time commitment
will total 120 hours. SGU’s Lakota Studies Department may provide
consultation as to proper settings and experiences.
HS 395 Independent Study (Elective)
1-3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Junior standing and
permission of instructor, EN 360 Co-requisite.
This course provides for independent study in a specialized area of
chemical dependency, psychology, criminal justice, or vocational
rehabilitation, not provided in regular classes. Admission to the
course is subject to the approval of the instructor. May be taken
again for additional credit, but doing so restricted. This is a “WC”
class; advanced writing component required. Will incorporate Lakota
culture and reservation/rural perspectives.
HS 399 Ethics, Legal Issues, & Professionalism (Required)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Junior status, EN 360 Co
requisite.
Will examine ethics, values, professional competence, clients’ rights,
confidentiality, training, etc., both generally and specifically to
various kinds of counseling (marital, multi cultural, family, group,
chemical dependency). The student will be better prepared for the
practice of counseling and the client/counselor relationship. This is
a “WC” class; advanced writing component required. Will incorporate
Lakota culture and reservation/rural perspectives.
HS 405 Case Management (Required)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Advanced junior standing, EN
360 Co-requisite.
Essential skills needed for the management and guidance of Human
Service cases will be taught. Students will study the historical
perspective, case management models, assessment process, effective
interviewing skills, advocacy, and related ethical issues. The student
will learn how to build a case le which meets managed care and third
party requirements. Students will become aware of services available
to families and ways to function as an effective case manager. Will
incorporate Lakota culture and reservation/rural perspectives.
HS 416 Topics in Human Services (Elective)
Variable Credit 1-3 Hours **Prerequisites: Senior standing, permission
of instructor and advisor, EN 360 Co-requisite.
An advanced, in-depth examination of selected issues within the area of
humans services. May be taken again for additional credit, but doing
so restricted. May be cross-listed with graduate offering. This is a
“WC” class; advanced writing component required. Will incorporate
Lakota culture and reservation/rural perspectives.
HS 460 Human Services Capstone Course (Required)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Senior status.
The class will focus on four projects. The first is completion of the
Senior Comprehensive Exam. Second is completion and presentation of
the student’s Professional Portfolio. A study of professionalism in
the reservation/rural context and completion of the Professionalism
Module is the third. Lastly, the class will jointly create and
complete an appropriate service project. This class will be taken
during the student’s senior year, usually the final semester. Will
incorporate Lakota culture and reservation/rural perspectives.
HS 490 Service Learning III – Advanced (Required)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Senior standing, credit hour
and grade standards, permission of instructor, liability insurance,
etc. – see Department for details.
This is one of two major capstone courses for advanced seniors,
typically taken the final semester. Students will be placed in a human
services organization and supervised by both an employee of that site
and the University instructor. Responsible and complex direct client
services will be expected and measured. The time commitment will total
120 hours. Will incorporate Lakota culture and reservation/rural
perspectives.
IS 100 Introduction to Lakota History and Culture3 Semester Credit Hours The course is an introduction to the general history of Lakota peoplesfrom prehistoric times to the present, highlighting cultural andhistoric changes experienced by the peoples through contacts andinfluences of other Plains tribes and non-Indians.
IS 105 Introduction to Lakota Social Systems3 Semester Credit Hours The course is an introduction to the way of life of Lakota peoplesincluding their patterns of behaviors and social organizations. The course also introduces the functions of the nation both historicallyand from the contemporary cultural patterns.
IS 150 Introduction to Lakota Teachings and Health3 Semester Credit Hours The course is an introduction to the purposes and practices of Lakotamedicine men and the ceremonies practiced in the contemporary context.The course will introduce the Lakota traditions, culture, language andmeaning of the Lakota belief system as it exists contemporarily. The course is designed to address the educational needs of both Indian andnon-Indian students.
IS 170 Introduction to Lakota Thought and Philosophy3 Semester Credit Hours The course is an introduction to the customs, beliefs and philosophicaloutlook of Lakota people in relation to the universe, spirituality, andtheir fellow man.
IS 205 Native American Women 3 Semester Credit Hours Through placing the Native American Women’s experiences at the centerof our interpretations, this course will examine the past and presentroles, history, socialization, spirituality, concerns and issues ofwomen and native American women.
IS 221 Culture of the American Indian 3 Semester Credit Hours A general study of the past and present culture patterns of theAmerican Indian.
IS 230 Tribal Law, Treaties, and Government3 Semester Credit Hours The concept of tribal sovereignty involving the relationships of tribalpeople to federal and state governments through historical developmentof treaties, congressional acts and court decisions. Students will be provided with a working knowledge and an in-depth introduction into thenature, infrastructure and operation of tribal government, particularlythe Rosebud Sioux Tribal government. An introduction to treaties and Indian law is provided to give students a basic foundation toward abetter understanding of those areas.
IS 260 American Indian Political Systems3 Semester Credit Hours A study of American Indian tribal political systems and tribal institutions involved in decision making and policy setting.
IS 300 American Indians on Film 3 Semester Credit Hours This course is a study of the portrayal of American Indians on filmwith emphasis on authenticity, cultural sensitivity and other factorsthat influence the stereotype of the American Indian.
IS 380 Reservation Systems Analysis3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: SO 100 and permission ofinstructor This course is designed to provide the student with an in-depthintroduction to the reservation setting through a diversity ofperspectives, including the historical, sociological, psychological,cultural, and economic. The goal is to allow the student to becomefully aware, in a holistic way, of the diverse forces that haveconditioned and shaped the reservation community.
IS 400 Traditional Law & Administration of Justice 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: CJ 200, Junior/Senior StandingThe formulation, communication (such as oral tradition), andinternalization of traditional law is examined. Also, the structureand processes of traditional justice administration is studied. The student is exposed to these elements, particularly Lakota tribaltradition. Other tribal groups is studied, where relevant. Another major focus of the course is how features of traditional law andjustice have been incorporated, or could be incorporated, intocontemporary justice delivery systems.
IS 451 American Indian History & Culture I3 Semester Credit Hours A survey is limited to the Native people of the United States andAlaska and will cover from the earliest times to the reservation era.
IS 452 American Indian History & Culture II3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: IS 451A survey of the social, cultural, political, and economic history ofthe Indian people of North America from the mid-nineteenth century tothe present.
IS 480 The Federal-Indian Relationship3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Instructor’s Permission The course will introduce the federal-Indian relationship on thepersonal level to the student. It will attempt to solicit personalreactions, definitions and decisions about his/her role in therelationship.
LD 101 Country Swing Line Dancing I3 Semester Credit Hours This is an introductory course designed to familiarize the student withthe basics of country swing/line dancing.
LD 102 Country Swing Line Dancing II3 Semester Credit Hours This is an extension course of Country Swing/Line Dancing. This course
is designed to familiarize the student with the basics and introduces
new dances.
LL 100 Introduction to Lakota Language
4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: the student has not background
or experience with Lakota language and does not meet the entry-level
standards in phonics, grammar, vocabulary and reading.
The course is an introductory conversational course in Lakota language,
both in written and oral forms.
LL 101 Lakota Language I
4 Semester Credit Hours
Introduction to conversational Lakota language. (Students who possess
native language ability may challenge this course for credit.)
LL 102 Lakota Language II
4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 101
A continuation of beginning Lakota Language, both written and
conversational.
LL 120 Lakota Oral Literature
3 Semester Credit Hours
An analysis of Lakota oral narrative, oral poetry, and oratory (in
English translation). The course will examine the oral dimension of
Indian literature.
LL 201 Lakota Language III
4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: LL 101, 102
Lakota oral history and tradition is examined for content and rhetoric,
and speeches is reproduced. A study of contemporary Lakota oratory
will also be included.
LL 202 Lakota Language IV
4 Semester Credit Hours ** Prerequisite: LL 101, 102, 201
Use of advanced techniques and principles of the Lakota language in
speaking and writing. The ability to compose in Lakota is developed.
LL 203 Linguistics I
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 101, 102, 201, & 202
An extension of Lakota Language IV with emphasis on the fundamentals of
translating Lakota-English and English-Lakota sources (oral and
written) for academic and community functions.
LL 204 Lakota Linguistics II
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 203
The course is an advanced conversational course in Lakota language
focusing on the written form.
LL 300 Lakota Composition I
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 204
The course will focus on development of reading and writing skills in
Lakota language with an emphasis on composition.
LL 301 Lakota Composition II
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 300The course will focus on development of reading and writing skills inLakota language with an emphasis on advanced composition.
LL 320 Lakota Communications I 4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 202 The course is a study of the methods and techniques of story telling inthe home and contemporary application in the classroom. The course will also demonstrate the importance of this intimate style of oratoryin contemporary Lakota society.
LL 321 Lakota Communications II 4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 320 The course is a study of the methods and techniques of addressing thepublic with emphasis on style and manner of presentation. The course is useful to the individual who must give an infrequent speech to thepublic, or for the individual who must address the public in aprofessional role.
LL 350 Philosophy of the Lakota Language I3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 204, LS 270The course is a study of Lakota Thought and Philosophy in the language:the originating ideas for words and phrases. The study will includethe evolution of meanings in the past and its relativity to Lakotalifestyles.
LL 351 Philosophy of the Lakota Language II3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 350 The course is a study of Lakota Thought and Philosophy in the language:the contemporary ideas for words and phrases. The study will includethe evolution of meanings from the past and its relativity tocontemporary Lakota lifestyles.
LL 399 Summer Internship I12 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Junior statusThis is course credit earned by spending two months living with aLakota speaking family during the summer in order to experience theLakota language on a day-to-day, immersed basis.
LL 400 Lakota Ceremonials 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MU 130, LS 253, LS 270, IS320 The course is a study of oldLakota songs with an emphasis on restoring the commentaries that gowith the songs, defining specific ceremonies to the songs, andattempting to revive and restore songs that may not be currently used.
LL 410 The Structure of the Lakota Language3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 351 The course is a study to analyze the Lakota Language using the modernlinguistic approach to define the features and functions of thelanguage.
LL 420 Methodologies in Teaching the Lakota Language I3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Senior level status The course is a study of strategies, methods and techniques of the different systems for delivering the Lakota language in the classroomsetting. This course meets state requirements for certification.
LL 421 Methodologies in Teaching the Lakota Language II3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 420The course is an advanced study of strategies, methods and techniquesof the different systems for delivering the Lakota language in theclassroom setting.
LL 422 Lakota Communications III 4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 321 The course is a study of the methods and techniques of a contemporarymaster of ceremonies (MC) for public social events. The course is useful to the individual who intends to become a professional publicspeaker.
LL 423 Lakota Communications IV 4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 422 The course is a study of proper methods for conducting ceremonies forthe public in a respectful and appropriate manner. The course is useful to the individual who intends to become a professional publicspeaker.
LL 425 Use of Multimedia Resources in the Lakota Language3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 420The course is a study of the use of all media resources includingwritten materials, film, tapes (audio and video), computers,transparencies, a language lab and other resources for use in teachingLakota language. Emphasis is placed on development of curricularmaterials with multimedia resources.
LL 430 Lakota Oral Tradition 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LS 253, 270, IS 230The course is a study of Lakota origin stories, winter counts,Waktoglaka, legends, rock carvings and other oral traditions related toLakota life ways.
LL 440 Lakota Oratory3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 410, 430The course is a study of traditional methods and styles of Lakotaoratory. The study material will include historical speeches which isanalyzed, translated and preserved.
LL 450 Lakota Text Translations 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 350, 351The course is instruction in how to translate texts both from Lakota to English and English to Lakota. The course will also demonstrate techniques for translation of everyday words and phrases frequentlyencountered.
LL 451 Lakota Speech Translations3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 450 The course is instruction in how to translate speeches both from Lakotato English and English to Lakota. The course will also demonstrate emphasis on content, style and method of delivery.
LL 452 Advanced Lakota Translations 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 450, 451The course is instruction in advanced translation for professionaltranslators who desire to work in an official capacity translating formeetings, public events and other forums that require quick and lengthytranslations for communications purposes.
LL 490 Lakota Language Research I3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Senior level status. The course is a study of research methods and techniques used inacquisition of Lakota language found in documents in archives andresearch centers for preparation and use in educational materials.
LL 491 Lakota Language Research II3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LL 490 The course is a study of research methods and techniques used inacquisition of Lakota language found in documents with an emphasis ondeciphering the meanings and completion of translations that are nowincomplete. Specific research is done on the Buechel documents, WalkerPapers and other prominent documents and papers.
LL 497 Lakota Botany3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Senior level status. A study of the Lakota perspective and use of native plants throughscientific and ethnographic methods. Plant identification and the relationship between the Lakota nation and the plant nation isemphasized. Special attention is given to the plant population of theGreat Plains area, the aboriginal homeland of the Lakota.
LS 118 Lakota Land, Plant, & Animal Concepts3 Semester Credit Hours This course presents the Lakota view of their environment: the land,plants, and animals. Emphasis is given to the connection of theenvironment to the Lakota Oyate and their responsibilities as stewards.
LS 253 Lakota History & Culture3 Semester Credit Hours General history of the Sioux from prehistoric times to the present,including a look at the cultural and historical change experiencedthrough contacts and influences of other tribes of the plains and non-Indians.
LS 270 Lakota Thought and Philosophy I3 Semester Credit Hours A course that examines the customs, beliefs, and philosophical outlookof Lakota people in relation to the universe, to the supernatural, andto their fellow humans.
LS 288 Archival Theory and Methods3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LS 253 and permission ofinstructor This course will introduce students to the theories and methods which archivists use in collecting and processing historical andinstitutional records. Lectures on archival theory will be augmented by special student projects in the University archives.
LS 299 Lakota Studies Summer Institute Variable Credit Hours Special courses in various college degree programs offered as part ofSinte Gleska University’s annual Lakota Summer Institute.
LS 300 Lakota Ethno-Geography3 Semester Credit Hours This is a study of the basic aspects of physical and culturalgeography, including maps, patterns of Lakota settlements, andinfluences of the environment on the Lakota.
LS 305 The Traditional Lakota Woman 3 Semester Credit Hours This course will examine how the Lakota women lived during the pre-reservation period with a focus on the roles of women in the economic,social, religious and political systems of traditional society.
LS 320 Lakota Teachings and Health3 Semester Credit Hours Involves a study of the purpose and practices of traditional Lakotamedicine in both historical and contemporary contexts. Students willbecome familiar with Lakota traditions, culture, language, origin, andmeaning of the Lakota belief system. Students will have the opportunityto observe and participate in ceremonies as they are practiced today bySicangu medicine men and women, who have been actively involved insetting up the curriculum. This course is designed to address theeducational needs of both Indian and non-Indian students.
LS 321 Lakota Social Systems3 Semester Credit Hours A study of the way of life of the Lakota People, their patterns ofbehavior, the functions of the nation both from the historicalstandpoint and from a look at contemporary cultural patterns.
LS 322 Picture Writings of the Lakota3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LS 253 and/or InstructorapprovalThis course is a study of interpretations of history as depicted bywinter counts, rock carvings, hide paintings and other symbolicwritings of the Lakota.
LS 325 The Lakota Enrollment System3 Semester Credit Hours This course is a study of how the early head count or census evolvedinto membership and blood quantum issues that face the Lakota today.
LS 329 History of Lakota Gaming3 Semester Credit Hours This course is an examination of the evolution of Lakota traditional gaming practices that have undergone changes from a social context toone of fulfilling the economic needs of the Lakota people.
LS 350 Lakota Ethno-Astronomy 3 Semester Credit Hours This course offers an examination of the Lakota philosophy of thecosmos and ceremonial practices corresponding to the movements of theconstellations.
LS 360 History of the BIA, Land & The Lakota3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: IS 230 & LS 253This course is a study of the trust responsibility and other BIApolicies and procedures with respect to the land and the Lakota.
LS 371 Traditional Lakota Ceremonies 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: IS 320A study of the historical development of Lakota ceremonies drawing fromoral tradition and documentary evidence to examine changes in theceremonial practices of the Lakota up to contemporary times.
LS 372 Traditional Strategies for Family Therapy3 Semester Credit Hours This course examines traditional strategies for dealing with familyproblems and stresses treatment for the whole social unit instead ofmerely the individual. Within the Lakota oral tradition are methods ofdealing with all human problems, and this course offers Lakotaalternatives.
LS 373 Traditional Parenting Strategies3 Semester Credit Hours Examines traditional strategies for parenting. The Lakota oraltradition and elders’ views will be represented on this topic.
LS 395 Traditional Lakota Government 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LS 253This course will examine the original form of government possessed bythe Lakota and how it functioned before significant changes were broughton by European contact.
LS 399 History of Lakota Itancans3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LS 395A study of the prominent Sicangu chiefs and their contributions to theSicangu people.
LS 400/600 Special Topics in Lakota StudiesVariable Credit Hours This course is especially designed for students interested in upgradingtheir skills or fulfilling requirements needed to carry out theirteaching objectives in Lakota Studies courses. The topics and credithours will vary according to appropriate contact hours and subjectareas focusing on Lakota History & Culture, Culture, Art, LakotaLanguage and others relating to the four areas of emphasis in LakotaStudies. Students may use this special topics course as an elective orrequirement for fulfilling certification as required by appropriateinstitutions relying on Lakota Studies courses.
LS 405 The Treaty of 1868 and The Black Hills Act of 18773 Semester Credit Hours This course will provide an in-depth study of the legislative history of the Fort Laramie Treaty of 1868 and the Black Hills Act of 1877. Thecourse will include a detailed study of the contents of each and theimpact of both on the Lakota people.
LS 410 PL 280 and HCR 108 3 Semester Credit Hours A study of the legislative history of state jurisdiction and thetermination policies of the federal government and the associatedimpacts on Lakota people.
LS 411 OEO on the Rosebud Reservation 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: IS 380A study of the history and impacts of the Kennedy and Johnsonadministrations’ poverty programs, specifically on the Sicangu of theRosebud Reservation.
LS 424 Lakota Writing3 Semester Credit Hours This course will focus on developing research and writing skills withemphasis on Lakota cultural lifestyle.
LS 448 The BIA and Boarding School Systems3 Semester Credit Hours A study of the two major non-Indian educational systems on Lakotareservations that have impacted the Lakota people. The focus of thecourse will be placed on curricula, discipline, facilities and thepeople involved in this process of education.
LS 449 Traditional Lakota Education 3 Semester Credit Hours A study of the educational foundations of the traditional Lakota peoplebefore the emergence of the BIA and mission forms of education.
LS 450 The IRA and the Interim Lakota Government 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: IS 380This course is the History of the IRA and its relationship to the formof government set up by the BIA. The emphasis will focus on the SicanguLakota.
LS 451 The History of the Rosebud Sioux Tribal Constitution3 Semester Credit Hour**Prerequisites: IS 230 & IS 380This course will examine the development of the Rosebud Sioux Tribalconstitution beginning with the first effort in 1895 and proceeding tothe current document. The course will study in detail the document andconsider its current appropriateness, effectiveness and potentialchanges.
LS 454 Sicangu History & Culture3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LS 253 A contemporary history of the Sicangu or Rosebud Sioux with emphasis onthe period for 1934 to the present.
LS 455 Sicangu Community Histories3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LS 253 This course is designed for students interested in Rosebud SiouxCommunity oral histories beginning with the evolution of Sicangu bands/tiospayes up to the establishment of the first twenty-one communitiesand, finally, to present district systems.
LS 458 Traditional Lakota Law 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LS 395This course will provide an in-depth study of the pristine traditionalLakota law and its methods of dispensing order and justice within thetraditional Lakota society.
LS 470 Lakota Thought & Philosophy II3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LS 270This course is a study of Lakota thought and philosophy in acontemporary setting with emphasis on the matter in which the thoughtprocess and philosophy of the Lakota has transformed to face thechallenges of today.
LS 480 Lakota Studies Research Techniques3 Semester Credit Hours Offers techniques of research in archival, oral and other methodologyrelated to Lakota history and culture with a special emphasis ondevelopment and curricula.
LS 485 Docket 74A 3 Semester Credit Hours A case study of the Lakota land claims established under the FortLaramie Treaty of 1868 and subsequently extinguished by the federalgovernment. The course will trace the struggle to regain the land andmonetary settlement waged by the Lakota people.
LS 486 Docket 74B 3 Semester Credit Hours A case study of the taking of the sacred Black Hills by the federalgovernment. The course will trace the struggle to regain the BlackHills and monetary settlement waged by the Lakota people.
LS 488 Archives/Laboratory Internship3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LS 288Credit for experience working in a laboratory or archives. The studentmust work 120 contact hours for the course credit.
LS 490 Conflicting Interpretations in Lakota History and Culture3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: LS 480 and/or Instructorapproval.A senior level seminar course designed to provide the students with theopportunity to observe and participate in the dialogues created by theissues and conflicts of various interpretations of significant historic events, important historic figures, and concepts expressed in the oraltraditional. Opposing viewpoints in selected topics will be examined ina panel format.
LS 491 Conflicts and Issues of IRA Government Versus Traditional Government 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: IS 480 and/or Instructor
approval.
A senior level seminar course designed to provide the students with the
opportunity to observe and participate in the dialogues created by the
issues and conflicts of the traditional Lakota form of government.
Opposing viewpoints in selected topics will be examined in a panel
format.
LS 492 Conflicts and Issues of Federal versus Traditional Government
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: IS 480 and/or Instructor
approval.
A senior level seminar course designed to provide the students with the
opportunity to observe and participate in the dialogues created by the
issues and conflicts of the traditional Lakota form of education versus
the federal form of education. Opposing viewpoints in selected topics
will be examined in a panel format.
LS 499 Senior Project in Lakota Studies
8 Semester Credit Hours
A senior level project designed to provide the students with the
opportunity to demonstrate skills learned during their educational
experience in Lakota Studies. It is also the intent of this exercise to
give the students an opportunity to develop an area of expertise that
may be applied professionally upon graduation.
MA 091 Basic Math I
3 Semester Credit Hours
A developmental math course which provides individual and group
instruction in basic arithmetic operations in fractions, decimals and
percentages. This course will enable students to enter college level
algebra. Will not satisfy the General Education mathematics
requirements.
MA 092 Basic Math II
3 Semester Credit Hours
A developmental math course that builds on skill developed in MA 091.
Will not satisfy the General Education mathematics requirements.
MA 093 Problem Solving
3 Semester Credit Hours
This course will be a presentation of methods for solving word
problems, a methodology of translating word problems into simple
mathematical equations, and development of the necessary skill to solve
these equations.
MA 100 Mathematics for General Education
3 Semester Credit Hours
Mathematical topics which students will find useful in other courses and
in everyday life. Areas covered include signed numbers, rational
numbers, decimals, and basic algebra.
MA 120 Introductory College Algebra
3 Semester Credit Hours
Properties of real numbers, factoring of polynomials, linear and
quadratic equations, exponents and radicals.
MA 150 College Algebra
4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MA 100 or MA 105
This course is intended for students needing a terminal course in
algebra as well as for those who plan to pursue careers in the
sciences. The goal is to provide fundamental algebraic skills and
applications necessary for students’ individual needs. Topics covered
include sets, polynomials, linear and quadratic equations, factoring,
rational expressions, and complex numbers.
MA 160 Honors College Algebra
4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: A student must take a
qualifying examination to enroll in MA 160.
College algebra for science majors. Emphasis will be on enriched
topics and problem solving sessions.
MA 180 College Trigonometry
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MA 150
This course is designed for students who have had an introductory
course in algebra. It provides the necessary mathematical background
for further college level work in calculus. This course will be made
meaningful in the practical sense by stressing applications.
MA 190 Analytic Geometry
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: MA 150 & MA 180
This course is designed for students who have had courses in algebra
and trigonometry. It provides the necessary background for advanced
work in math.
MA 201 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: MA 150 & MA 180
This course will cover plane analytic geometry, limits, derivatives,
techniques of differentiation, applications of derivatives.
MA 202 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MA 201
The course will cover solid analytic geometry, definite integrals,
derivatives, and multiple integration.
MA 204 Differential Equations and Linear Systems
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MA 202
This course considers differential equations and linear systems from
both a theoretical and an applied perspective. Topics to be covered
include the history of differential equations and linear systems,
applications of differential equations in the sciences, observations
concerning the solution of differential equations, closed-form and
numerical solutions, first-order and simple higher-order ordinary
differential equations, applications of first-order and simple higher-
order ordinary differential equations, linear differential equations,
applications of linear differential equations, linear algebra and
matrices, simultaneous differential equations and their applications,
solution of differential equations by the LaPlace Transform, solutions
of differential equations by the use of series, and introduction to
partial differential equations and boundary-value problems, Fourier
series and integrals, and computer software for applied mathematics.
Participants will be expected to solve problems analytically and via
computer.
MA 216 Discrete Mathematics 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MA 150An introductory course covering elements of logic, sets, relations andfunctions, recursion, mathematical induction, graph theory,combinatorics.
MA 305 Probability and Statistics3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MA 202This course will consider both theoretical and applied aspects ofprobability and statistics. Topics to be covered include definitions of probability and statistics, examples, random variables, elementaryprobability theory, derivations from the calculus, frequency anddistribution functions, density functions, a discrete random variable:the binomial, central tendency and variability, sampling distributionsand point estimation, normal populations and sampling distributions,hypothesis testing, interferences about population means, chi-squareand F distributions, the linear model and analysis of variance, randomeffects and mixed models, comparisons among means, correlation andregression, analyzing quantitative data, and computer software forapplied probability and statistics. Participants will be expected tosolve problems both analytically and via computer.
MA 310 Mathematics for Teachers I 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MA 150 This course utilizes a problem-solving approach with topics significant to K-8 standards-based education. This course includes: sets,functions, elementary number theory, whole numbers, ratio andproportion, integers, rational numbers, and real numbers.
MA 311 Mathematics for Teachers II 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MA 310This course utilizes a problem-solving approach with topics significant to K-8 standards-based education. This course includes: properties ofgeometric shapes, measurement, triangle congruence and similarity,geometric constructions, Cartesian coordinates, symmetry, and selectedtopics from probability and statistics.
MA 370 Statistics 3 Semester Credit Hours Acquaints students with the basics of making statistical decisions.Limited knowledge of algebra is required, and complex mathematicalproofs are avoided. The emphasis in the course is on descriptive andinferential statistics. Topics covered include averages and dispersionprobability, hypothesis test, Chi-square, and correlation-regressionanalysis.
MC 100 Broadcasting Operations3 Semester Credit Hours Broadcasting theory and FCC regulations as well as hands-on experiencein operating an on- reservation radio station. There is emphasis onannouncing, news reading, and studio production.
MC 120 Grassroots Video Workshop I
4 Semester Credit Hours
This course will teach basic video production techniques through a
series of hands-on exercises including camera, sound, lighting,
scripting, and editing.
MC 201 Writing for the Public I
3 Semester Credit Hours
Prepares beginning journalists for basic news and feature writing.
Includes lecture and internship for newspaper.
MC 202 Writing for the Public II
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: EN 102 & MC 201
Continuation of MC 201 with additional work in the areas of magazine
and photojournalism. Includes lecture and internship for newspaper.
ME 200 Adolescent Psychology
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: PY 100
This course examines the major physical, social, emotional, moral and
educational stages of growth and development in the adolescent. It
focuses on the development of the adolescent’s self-concept and
identity. This course also provides a comprehensive, up-to-date survey
of the research findings and theories of adolescent development, and it
shows how this information can be applied to help adolescents meet the
challenges they face as they grow into adulthood. The students will
examine early and late adolescence: likenesses and differences. Gender
differences and cultural differences will be integrated throughout the
exploration of adolescence.
ME 299 Secondary School Education Practicum
3 Semester Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide those seeking the Associate of Arts
in Paraprofessional Studies with practical experience working with
middle school age students. This is an on-site assignment with direct
experience in the classroom.
ME 305 Methods of Teaching in the Middle School
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: PY 100 & ED 210
Designed to provide a survey of current teaching methods and models for
middle school teachers, develops competencies in using a variety of
teaching models, instructional strategies, and materials through
videotaped micro teaching experiences. Students will learn how to write
appropriate lesson plans and develop culturally appropriate integrated
units that address learning styles and promote active learning.
Provides opportunities to utilize and integrate technology in lessons
and units and to evaluate and select appropriate textbooks and
materials. Develops skills in observing, recording, and assessing
behavior of middle school students in order to plan appropriate
academic programs and learning environments.
ME 410 The Adolescent Learner
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: PY 100 & ED 210
This course examines the intellectual, physical, psychological, social
and moral characteristics and needs of the early adolescent/middle
school student. It analyzes the middle school concept including the
role of the teacher, interdisciplinary planning, advisor-advisee
relationships, and curriculum for middle school students. This courseis a requirement for endorsement in Middle School Education. Thiscourse is also designed to study and experience the various learningstyles and patterns of students in middle school/junior high education.The students will experience first-hand middle school/junior higheducation models.
ME 499 Middle School Internship6-12 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Permission of DepartmentChair. Prepares middle school education majors planning to teach in juniorhigh schools and middle schools with the opportunity to observe, recordand assess children’s behavior in order to plan appropriateinstructional programs and learning environments. Students will writelesson plans and develop culturally appropriate integrated units thatreflect learning styles, promote self-esteem, and encourage self-directed learning. Provides opportunities for developing parent-teacherconferencing skills as well as working with parents and professionalsin writing IEPs and IFSPs. Gives students an opportunity to assumecomplete responsibility of a classroom while under the supervision of aclassroom teacher in an approved junior high school or middle school.
MU 100 Music Appreciation3 Semester Credit Hours This course will help students develop a better understanding andappreciation of various types of music through listening and discussionof a wide variety of music. The course will familiarize students withgrowth and change of music throughout the ages. Students will reviewand learn basic elements of music critical to an appreciation of musicthrough reading, lecture and hands on experience.
MU 130 Lakota Music and Dance 3 Semester Credit Hours A study of the role of music and dance in the life of the Lakotapeople. The student will learn to perform basic songs and dances.
MU 200 Music Literature 3 Semester Credit Hours An introductory survey of music literature from the Baroque period tothe Twentieth century.
MU 435 Music in the Elementary School3 Semester Credit Hours The objectives of this advanced course are to study teaching methodsthat can be used in elementary school music; to study what a goodelementary school music program should include; and to study the musicand materials available for use in teaching elementary school music.
NR 100 Physical and Biological Systems of the Environment3 Semester Credit Hours A basic introduction to the biological and physical processes thatinfluence Earth’s ecosystems. Students will explore elementary conceptsin plants and animal growth, ecology, energy and geology.
NR 121 Natural Resources Technical Skills I
6 Semester Credit Hours
This is the first part of a two-semester competency based skills
workshop. Students will acquire a variety of skills necessary to work
as a natural resource technician such as map locating and orienteering,
field data recording and organization, plant identification, and
firefighting.
NR 122 Natural Resources Technical Skills II
6 Semester Credit Hours
A continuation of NR 121 utilizing survey skills, supervision,
communications, computers, equipment and safety.
NR 145 Recreation Resource Management
3 Semester Credit Hours
Ideas, applications and techniques of managing natural resources for
recreational use. Topics include analysis of recreation categories,
tourism, conserving recreational lands, facilities and maintenance, and
analyzing recreation usage.
NR 147 Principles of Forestry Practices
3 Semester Credit Hours
A practical approach to the field and office methods used by the
forestry technician: species identification, size, age, growth
categories, wood safety and tool use, forest products and silviculture,
methods of thinning, marking and inventory.
NR 149 Managing Fishery Resources
4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: NR 100 or equivalent
Course will begin with an introduction to fish biology population
habitat requirements and species identification. Aquaculture and fishery
management techniques will also be covered.
NR 250 Natural Resource Management on the Rosebud Reservation
3 Semester Credit Hours
The capstone of the Natural Resources Program. Seminar will meet weekly
to discuss and evaluate past and present management efforts and
achievements in the areas of natural resources studied. Each student
will also be expected to select an area of natural resource management
and complete a supervised independent study project.
NR 283 Special Topics in Natural Resources
Variable Credit Hours
An open topics course in natural resources management. Some sessions
may involve fieldwork. Credit hours are determined in each case by the
number of contact hours. Students may use this course as an elective
upon departmental approval.
NR 300 Land Tenure Issues on the Rosebud Reservation
3 Semester Credit Hours
The purpose for which Indian reservations were created differ from the
purposes for which other federal land bases and reserves were created.
Indian reservations were created to provide homelands where tribes
could become economically self-sufficient by making the land and
resources productive for Indian people. This course will review the
legislation that established the concept of individual and communal
uses of the land and the federal policies that have been created tomanage the lands that were allotted to Indian People. The course will also focus on the present land status of the Rosebud Reservation andhow the land entities and mechanisms were established by the tribe andthe federal government.
NR 310 Natural Resources History and Policy3 Semester Credit Hours The purpose of most Federal land bases and reserves is to protect thenatural resources and historical formations located therein. There is no one way to manage all the resources rather different purposes demandthat different rules, practices, and policies be applied to governactivities on federal land. As we continue to consume the land and natural resources for everyday use, constant discussions occurregarding the quantity of the resource and future supplies, whether itbe eater, timber, gravel, oil, etc. Because of these issues natural resources drive our political systems at the tribal, local, state andfederal government levels.
OE 100 Basic Keyboarding2 Semester Credit Hours This course will introduce students to the keyboard emphasizing new keylearning and skill building. Students will learn alphabetic keys,numeric keys, symbols, and the numeric keypad.
OE 111 College Keyboarding3 Semester Credit Hours A course for students with no previous typing experience. The coursecovers mastery of the keyboard and introduction to centering problems,personal and business letters, envelopes and manuscript typing.
OE 112 Intermediate Typewriting3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: OE 111 or equivalent.Emphasis is placed on developing proper typing techniques, mailableproduction copies, letters with special features, administrativecommunications and technical/statistical reports. Classroom instructionwill incorporate the latest technology.
OE 115 Word Processing I3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: OE 111This course is designed to give practical experience in operating wordprocessing equipment and software. Areas emphasized include formatting,revising and printing documents, merging documents, global search andreplace.
OE 117 Job Skills 1 Semester Credit Hour**Prerequisite: OE 111This course is designed to teach the student basic skills in thefollowing areas: telephone use, resume writing, interview strategies,completing a job application, and job survival skills.
OE 120 Calculating Machines2 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: OE 111, DP 107This is an introductory course designed to teach students the basicskills of how to use a calculator, provide instruction for machine transcription, and proper use of the telephone, fax machine and copier.
OE 121 Professional Development2 Semester Credit Hours This course is designed to provide information for improvingprofessional behavior and the self-image of employees currently in theworkforce and to prepare students who will be joining the workforce inthe future. Topics discussed include: work ethics, professionalism,dress codes, greeting the public and health issues.
OE 131 Beginning Speedwriting3 Semester Credit Hours A beginning course in the study of speedwriting using alphabeticletters, symbols, and brief forms. Students build skills in reading,writing, and transcribing from speed building and theory tapes.
OE 132 Intermediate Speedwriting3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: OE 131 & OE 111All speedwriting theory is thoroughly reviewed, and major emphasis isplaced on dictation, speed, and transcription skill development.
OE 140 Records Management3 Semester Credit Hours Standards and innovations in record storage and retrieval; equipmentpurchasing and use; organization, administration of records systems;data base management.
OE 150 Legal Terminology2 Semester Credit Hours This course is designed to acquaint the student with terms dealing withthe courts, legal systems, litigation, and general terms that apply tomore than one area of law. Students will develop a legal vocabulary andbe able to correctly spell, pronounce and define legal terms.
OE 155 Medical Terminology2 Semester Credit Hours Students will learn the meanings of root words, prefixes and suffixes. Students will gain proficiency in analyzing medical words and have anunderstanding how the elements relate and apply to medicine.
OE 190 Office Technology Internship/General Office 1-3 Semester Credit Hours The practicum will provide hands-on office experience for the advancedsecretarial student. It will familiarize the student with different basic functions of an organization. Includes 15 hours office work as on-the-job training
OE 213 Advanced Typewriting3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: OE 112 or equivalent.Designed to provide intensive skill development and extensive typingreview necessary to prepare for written office communications.Simulations include general/ legal/ medical/ governmental/ technicaloffice procedures that are incorporated in the machine transcriptionsystems approach produced on various word processors.
OE 215 Word Processing II/General3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: OE 115This course will teach students how to use advanced word processingfeatures. Students will also complete desktop publishing activities.
OE 216 Word Processing II/Legal3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: OE 115This course will teach students how to use advanced word processingfeatures. Students will also complete desktop publishing activities andwill also learn to identify, format and type legal documents typical oflaw offices.
OE 217 Word Processing II/Medical3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: OE 115This course will teach students how to use advanced work processingfeatures. Students will also complete desktop publishing activities andwill also type medical letters, reports and forms.
OE 225 Power Point/Publisher3 Semester Credit Hours This course will teach students the techniques of using Power Pointpresentation software to create slides, handouts, notes, and outlinesincorporating text, graphics, video, and animations. They will alsolearn the techniques of using Publisher to create banners, flyers,posters, brochures, cards, calendars, and may other office publications.
OE 230 Machine Transcription for Word Processing2 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: OE 112 or equivalent.This course provides basic instruction in the use oftranscribing/recording machines and other modern office equipment forpreparing business letters and other business communications. Thiscourse includes a review of letter styles, rules oftranscription/recording and punctuation, and the mechanics of producingbusiness and office communiques.
OE 233 Advanced Speedwriting3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: OE 132 & OE 112 or equivalent.This course is devoted to the development of dictation andtranscription of business letters and reports. It provides a review ofthe major principles of speedwriting, strengthens the student’s abilityto spell and punctuate, and trains students in the use of dictation andtranscription techniques that will be used in a modern office.
OE 245 Secretarial and Administrative Procedures 3 Semester Credit Hours The principles and procedures in the planning, organizing andcontrolling of activities and personnel in the modern office. Topicsinclude information systems, office organization and physicalenvironment, office functions, staffing and personnel policies, stafforientation and training, forms design, job analysis, budgeting andwork measurement and standards.
OE 250 Legal Office Procedures 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: All required Secretarial
courses.
This course provides examples, explanations, and illustrations of legal
material, situations, and work in the legal office with realistic
experience in typing typical legal office documents.
OE 255 Medical Office Procedures
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: All required Secretarial
courses.
This course provides examples, explanations, and illustrations of
medical material, situations and work in a medical office with realistic
experience in typing medical office material.
OE 260 Office Technology Internship/General Office
1-6 Variable Credit Hours
This practicum will provide hands-on office experience for the advanced
secretarial student. It will familiarize the student with different
basic functions of an organization.
OE 261 Office Technology/Legal Office
6 Semester Credit Hours
The practicum will provide hands-on office experience for the advanced
secretarial student. It will familiarize the student with different
basic functions of an organization. Includes 15 hours office work on-
the-job training.
OE 262 Office Technology/Medical Office
6 Semester Credit Hours
The practicum will provide hands-on office experience for the advanced
secretarial student. It will familiarize the student with different
basic functions of an organization. Includes 15 hours office work on-
the-job training.
OE 290 Administrative Internship
6 Semester Credit Hours
This practicum will provide hands-on office experience for the advanced
Secretarial student. 40 hours of internship are required.
PCO 101 Food Gardening (Fall)
3 Semester Credit Hours
Classroom and workshops of timely practices in the garden during the
fall: harvest, storage, preparation, soil care, cover crops. Includes
survey of soil science, botany and human nutrition.
PCO 102 Food Gardening (Spring)
3 Semester Credit Hours
Classroom coverage of botany for gardeners, houseplants, soil science,
life in the soil, composting, garden planning. Hands-on starting seeds
inside, preparing student garden sites. Non-formal education methods
for encouraging gardening in the communities.
PCO 160 Unci Maka Internship
8 Semester Credit Hours
In this summer-long internship, the student will plan and implement an
appropriate project such as a shelterbelt or an area of erosion
prevention/control.
PCO 161 Outreach Internship8 Semester Credit Hours In this summer-long internship, the student will plan and implement anappropriate project such as a Youth food garden or other Permacultureactivities in the community.
PCO 162 Sun & Wind Power Internship8 Semester Credit Hours In this summer-long internship, the student will plan and implement anappropriate project such as constructing, in a public way, a Sun and/orWind Power demonstration trailer using equipment from the communityoutreach program.
PCO 163 Home Business Internship8 Semester Credit Hours In this summer-long internship, the student will plan and implement anappropriate project such as a pilot farmers’ market in his/hercommunity.
PE 101-108Physical Education1 Semester Credit Hour An elective choice from a wide range of sports may be made. (PE 101Physical Conditioning; PE 102-Basketball; PE 103Bowling; PE 104Aerobics; PE 105 Volleyball; PE 106-Tennis; PE 107-Archery; PE 108Swimming.)
PE 109 Outdoor Education 1 Semester Credit Hour This course will provide students with a basic knowledge of Lakotaphilosophy and outdoor living skills. Building shelters, setting up atipi, campfire cooking, first aid, compass & map reading, Lakotaastronomy, selection and use of appropriate gear and clothing,wilderness etiquette, and low impact camping practices.
PE 110 Methods of Coaching Volleyball1 Semester Credit Hour This fifteen-hour workshop covers conditioning, rules, positions,offensive and defensive principles, serving, spiking, setting andblocking and methods for coaching the fundamentals of volleyball.
PE 111 Methods of Coaching Wrestling1 Semester Credit Hour This fifteen-hour workshop covers conditioning, rules, take downs,reversals, pin holds, illegal holds, scoring systems, offensive anddefensive principles as well as the methods for coaching thefundamentals of wrestling.
PE 112 Methods of Coaching Cross Country & Track1 Semester Credit Hour This fifteen-hour workshop covers conditioning, warm-up, training andmethods for coaching the fundamentals of boys and girls cross-country.Weight training for track, discus/shot/javelin/pole vault/high jump aswell as methods for coaching the fundamentals of boys and girls trackwill be addressed.
PE 113 Methods of Coaching Golf
1 Semester Credit Hour
This course covers conditioning, warm up, the use of irons, woods,
chippers, and putters, approach shots, tee shots, chipping, putting,
sand traps, scoring and penalties as well as the methods for coaching
these fundamentals of golf. It is designed for education students
working to obtain state coaching endorsement.
PE 114 Methods of Coaching Football
1 Semester Credit Hour
This course covers conditioning, warm ups, practice, offensive and
defensive principles, special teams, aspects of blocking, tackling,
running, and passing; line play; offensive and defensive plans;
kickoffs, returns, and safeties. It is designed for education students
working to obtain state coaching endorsement.
PE 115 Methods of Coaching Softball & Baseball
1 Semester Credit Hour
This course covers conditioning and warm ups; rules for slow pitch,
fast pitch, and baseball; required equipment; organization of
practices; fundamentals of batting, fielding, pitching, base running,
and catching as well as methods for coaching the fundamentals of girls’
and boys’ softball/baseball. It is designed for education students
working to obtain state coaching endorsement.
PE 116 First Aid for Coaching
1 Semester Credit Hour
This course addresses First Aid and emergency care for injured athletes
with special emphasis on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), injury
prevention, and legal considerations. It is designed for education
students working to obtain state coaching endorsement.
PE 117 Care & Prevention of Athletic Injuries
1 Semester Credit Hour
This course covers prevention and care of athletic injuries through
hands on experience in using techniques to prevent muscle sprains,
strains, and pulls as well as techniques to prevent other injuries.
Assessment of athletic injuries (including appropriate referrals) and
use of heat and ice packs as well as protective gear and wraps for
injured athletes will be addressed. It is designed for education
students working to obtain state coaching endorsement.
PE 118 Methods of Coaching Basketball
1 Semester Credit Hour **Prerequisite: PE 117
This course the offensive and defensive principles used in coaching
basketball. It also addresses practices, rules, the role of coaches,
and methods of coaching boys’ and girls’ basketball. It is designed for
education students working to obtain state coaching endorsement.
PH 100 Physics-How Things Work
3 Semester Credit Hours
An appreciation course in physics requiring minimal use of mathematics.
The emphasis is on modern physical thought developed through historical
origins. Situations from everyday experience and laboratory
demonstrations are used to illustrate concepts. Topics include Newton’s
law of motion, electricity and magnetism, heat and light, relativity,
and cosmology.
PH 101 Survey of Physics: Motion & Matter
4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MA 150
This is a lab course that will introduce students to some of the basic
principles of physics through scientific inquiry and problem solving.
Topics that will be covered include the nature of the atom, forces,
Newton’s Laws, circular motion, harmonic motion, rotational motion,
linear & angular momentum, relativity, and the behavior of fluids.
PH 102 Survey of Physics: Energy & Its Transformation
4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MA 150
This is a lab course that will introduce some of the principles of
energy and its transformations in the universe. Topics covered will
include forces, work, power, potential & kinetic energy,
thermodynamics, energy conservation, entropy, electricity, magnetism,
waves, sound and light.
PH 111 General Physics I
4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MA 201
This is a lab course that will emphasize problem solving in physics
using the full range of mathematical tools available. The topics for
the course will consist of a variety of facets of Newtonian mechanics.
PH 112 General Physics II
4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: PH 111, MA 201
This course is a continuation of PH 111, General Physics I. Topics to
be covered include temperature and heat, thermal properties of matter,
thermodynamics, wave mechanics, sound, electricity and magnetism,
electromagnetic waves, the nature and propagation of light, optics and
optical instruments, interference, diffraction, relativistic mechanics,
photons, the wave nature of particles, quantum mechanics, atomic
structure, and nuclear physics. A laboratory will be included as an
integral part of the course.
PH 310 Renewable Energy
1,3,4 Variable Credit Hours **Prerequisite: College level General
Mathematics
The course introduces the student to the principles involved in
providing energy resources for the home and community, contrasting the
current heavy dependence on the use of polluting fossil fuels with a
number of viable alternative energy sources and technologies. These
alternatives, including photovoltaics, solar heating devices, wind and
hydroelectric turbines, thermal insulation and storage, are covered in
detail in the course with an emphasis on the application to homes in
our community today.
PHIL 200 American Indian in Western Thought
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: EN 102 or consent of the
instructor.
Examines the image of the Native American in art, literature, mass
media, philosophy, and the Western intellectual tradition.
PHIL 300 The World of Human Ideas: An Introduction to Philosophy
3 Semester Credit Hours
This course is an introduction to philosophy from a cross-cultural
perspective, exploring differences and parallels between Western and
non-Western philosophical texts and authors. Readings will survey the
major philosophies of human history. Topics will include theories of
knowledge and reality, concepts of ethics and aesthetics, and the
nature of philosophical discourse.
PL 100 Critical & Creative Thinking
3 Semester Credit Hours
Critical Thinking is an introduction to formal problem solving.
Coverage includes definition, analysis, solution and evaluation;
secondary material on perception, language, and forming and applying
concepts.
PN 101 Overview of Practical Nursing
1 Semester Credit Hour
This course is designed to provide the new nursing student an
introduction to licensed practical nursing and the health care team.
Subjects covered include the history of nursing, structure and
definition of health care settings and the health care team, profile of
the adult learner, organizational and study skills, identification of
learning styles, learning resources, cultural and spiritual
considerations, and communication skills.
PN 102 Documentation and Math for Meds for Nurses I
3 Semester Credit Hours
This course is being designed to specifically provide the new nursing
student an intense summary of the Math and English needed in nursing.
This will be an intense study of the math needed for calculating
medications and dosages for the profession of nursing. It will also be
an intense review and study of the English needed for nursing,
specifically the language for charting and documentation.
PN 105 Certified Nursing Assistant Course
2 Semester Credit Hours
This course is being designed to specifically provide students the
education and skills needed to become certified nursing assistants.
PN 120 Professional Development of the Practical Nurse
1 Semester Credit Hour
This course is designed to provide the graduating nursing student with
valuable professional skills necessary to entering the workforce. This
course provides a transition from student to finished professional.
Subjects covered include leadership and management skills, time
management, assertiveness, supervision and charge nurse skills, health
care trends, career mobility, nursing ethics and the law, MCLEX-PN,
portfolio development, resumes and interviewing skill.
PN 202 Documentation and Math for Meds for Nurses II
3 Semester Credit Hours
This course is being designed to specifically provide the new nursing
student an intense summary of the Math and English needed in nursing.
This will be an intense study of the math needed for calculating
medications and dosages for the profession of nursing. It will also be an intense review and study of the English needed for nursing,specifically the language for charting and documentation. This will be a second level of the course PN 102, continuing on to become moreadvanced.
PN 210 Nursing Basics I6 Semester Credit Hours This course is designed to provide understanding of basic nursingconcepts and the nursing process. This course combines nursing theoryand basic nursing procedure and assessment skills essential to theLicensed Practical Nurse. Other topics covered include and introductionto the health care system, legal and ethical aspects of nursing,communication, documentation, psychosocial development throughout thelife span, the nurses role in meeting basic physiologic needs, culturalconsiderations, pharmacology, and medication administration.
PN 215 Nursing Basics II6 Semester Credit Hours This course is designed to provide a holistic view of geriatricnursing. Students are introduced to chronic conditions of aging, healthcare environments, and the role of the nurse in meeting the needs ofthe aging population. Issues covered include health assessment, ethics,changes in practice, government regulation and policies, wound care,collaborative care, rehabilitative care, health promotion, patientteaching, safety, nutrition, culture, grief and dying, pharmacology,medication administration, and an introduction to care of the medical-surgical patient.
PN 220 Nursing Basics III4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Nursing Basics I, CPRCertification. This course is designed to provide basic understanding of the nursesrole in care of the childbearing family. This course presents thephysiology of pregnancy, labor and birth. Students study the needs ofthe childbearing family throughout prenatal, birth, postpartum, andchildhood. Students study growth and development and needs of theunborn, newborn, growing child as well as the parents. Students learnthe nurses role in both acute care and community based settings.Special emphasis is given to family-centered care, health promotion andillness prevention, women’s health issues and growth and development ofthe family unit.
PN 225-Nursing Basics IV8 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Nursing Basics I, CPRCertification. This course is designed to provide basic understanding of the nursesrole in care of the adult. Students are introduced to the physical,emotional, mental and spiritual needs of the adult patient. This courseintroduces the student to the pathophysiology, medical-treatment andnursing care of common acute and chronic illnesses in the medical-surgical setting. Continued learning in pharmacology is provided.Students will also be introduced to common psychiatric disorders andthe nurses role in care of the mentally ill. The practical nurses rolein both acute care and community based settings is discussed. The focusof this course will be on clinical experience as the student polishes their nursing care and skills. Continued learning of the nursingprocess and development of nursing plans of care is provided.
PN 240 NCLEX-PN Review
1 Semester Credit Hour **Prerequisite: Nursing Basics I, II, III, IV.This course is designed to provide both a comprehensive review ofnursing concepts and an opportunity for the student to familiarizethemselves with the NCLEX-PN test taking process. NCLEX-PN simulatedcomputer testing will be utilized to prepare the student for thetesting process and content. This course is intended to help thestudent identify any areas that need additional preparation prior totaking their boards. The purpose of this course is to help studentspull together all they have learned to prepare for and pass theirNCLEX-PN.
PN 290 Clinical Preceptorship6 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Nursing Basics I, II, III, IV,CPR Certification. The preceptorship is intended to help the student of practical nursinggain valuable experience in the clinical environment. This is anopportunity for the student to gain experience in a clinical are ofchoice. The student may want to do their preceptorship in the clinicalarea or facility in which they intend to work after getting theirlicense or, the student may want to have increased experience in anarea to see how they like it. The student is to be supervised one-onone by a nurse working in that area. The student is to shadow the nurseas she performs her hob. Students may perform hands-on skills only withthe direct supervision of the clinical preceptor. The student is encouraged to participate much as if being trained for that hob. Thestudent should perform as many duties as possible with the supervisionof the preceptor and strive to become as proficient as possible suchthat the preceptor can just supervise the student performing the dutiesof his/her job.
PS 100 American Government 3 Semester Credit Hours A survey of the organization of the United States government withspecial emphasis on the Constitution and legislation.
PS 200 World Politics 3 Semester Credit Hours A study of the relations among nations with emphasis upon thecomponents of world governments and their current problems.
PY 100 General Psychology (Required)3 Semester Credit Hours This course is concerned with human behavior: what people think, feel,and do, with the overall aim of exploring who we are. Major areas ofinterest will be our values and world view, self-concept, coping withlife pressures, learning, theory and personality development,maladjustment, counseling and therapies, intelligence, behaviormodication, dreams, and more. Will incorporate Lakota culture andreservation/rural perspectives.
PY 301 Counseling Methods I: Fundamental Skills (Required) 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: PY 100, Junior standing.This course will teach students essential skills used by the helpingprofessional. Skills include techniques for the development ofcommunication patterns needed in relating to others, learning howcommunication takes place, and the different styles of communication.The student will learn how to initiate a session, attend to theclient’s dialogue, respond appropriately to information, take casenotes, develop basic goals with the client, closure and referral.Basic elements of crisis intervention, group, and the brief/solutionfocused approaches will also be introduced. This is the familiarization course for all Human Services students. For students who intend to become counselors, additional coursework such as PY 418Methods II, other PY classes, plus graduate study, is appropriate.Will incorporate Lakota culture and reservation/rural perspectives.
PY 408 Psychology of Human Development (Elective)3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Junior standing, EN 360 Corequisite.Major developmental accomplishments, tasks and factors during infancy,childhood, adolescence, adulthood and old age will be examined. This course is for all students seeking a theoretical and applicableknowledge of human development. This is a “WC” class; advanced writingcomponent required. Will incorporate Lakota culture andreservation/rural perspectives.
PY 418 Counseling Methods II: Intermediate Skills (Elective)3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: PY 301, EN 360 Co-requisite.Students will further develop communication, intake, assessment,planning, and relationship-building skills. Modules on brief and solution-focused treatment, crisis intervention, group, and multicultural counseling will be included. Appropriate closure or referralstrategies will also be addressed. For students who intend to become counselors, taking further coursework at the graduate level isappropriate. This is a “WC” class; advanced writing componentrequired. Will incorporate Lakota culture and reservation/ruralperspectives.
PY 428 Crisis Intervention: Theories and Practice (Elective)3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Junior standing, EN 360 Corequisite.In this course the student will gain an understanding of theory andstrategies for providing short term therapeutic help to persons andfamilies experiencing difficulties. Emphasized will be such skills asclinical interviewing, providing therapeutic help with crisisresolution and problem solving; mobilizing and working with familynetworks; and working with traditional leaders and local agencies.This is a “WC” class; advanced writing component required. Will incorporate Lakota culture and reservation/rural perspectives.
PY 448 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior (Elective)3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Junior standing, EN 360 Corequisite.This course will be examine styles or patterns of living which aredifferent from those usually called normal or healthy, styles whichinterfere with or disrupt the lives of those individuals experiencingthem. Students will be asked to understand how and why these styles
are developed by particular individuals, and will examine various
strategies for treating them. Of major concern will be frequently
encountered dysfunctional approaches people living in the reservation
community have developed for coping with the complex demands facing
them. This is a “WC” class; advanced writing component required. Will
incorporate Lakota culture and reservation/rural perspectives.
PY 468 Native and Modern Perspectives in Psychology (Elective)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Junior standing, EN 360 Co
requisite.
This class will examine traditional Native and modern approaches that
emphasize strength and culture-based responses to mental health issues.
Students will be provided with a foundation of traditional, cultural
perspectives and practices versus contemporary psychology, beliefs and
current treatment modalities. Both schools of thought will be explored
thereby assuring students with an opportunity to examine the
similarities and differences of modern psychology and the Native
perspective. This is a “WC” class; advanced writing component will be
required. This course will incorporate Lakota culture and reservation/
rural perspectives.
RG 091 Basic Reading I
3 Semester Credit Hours
A reading course which provides individual and group instruction and
practice in comprehension skills, vocabulary development, and word
attack. Enables students to read more fluently and introduces them to
aids in recognizing and overcoming comprehension difficulties.
RG 092 Basic Reading II
3 Semester Credit Hours
A reading course that extends the skills developed in RG 091. It also
stresses the study of reading skills, especially those needed for core
courses at the freshman level.
RH 200 Fundamentals of Rehabilitation Counseling (Required)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
This course provides an overview of the rehabilitation process and the
profession of rehabilitation; an introduction to serving persons with
disabilities, philosophy, history, legislation, concepts and processes,
and careers in rehabilitation services. Will incorporate Lakota
culture and reservation/rural perspectives.
RH 414 Vocational Rehabilitation Process (Elective)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: RH 200, Junior standing, EN
360 Co-requisite.
This course includes vocational development theories, the organization
of occupational information, and vocational counseling with individuals
with disabilities. This is a “WC” class; advanced writing component
required. Will incorporate Lakota culture and reservation/rural
perspectives.
RH 424 Vocational Assessment for Persons with Disabilities (Elective)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: RH 200, Junior standing, EN
360 Co-requisite.
This course provides students with basic statistical concepts essential
to client diagnosis and evaluation, basic diagnostic and evaluative
techniques used in rehabilitation, basic principles and practices
related to vocational evaluation, and an opportunity to examine various
assessment instruments and techniques. This is a “WC” class; advanced
writing component required. Will incorporate Lakota culture and
reservation/rural perspectives.
RH 434 Psychosocial Aspects of Disabilities (Elective)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: RH 200, Junior standing, EN
360 Co-requisite.
This course provides and overview of psychological and sociological
aspects of severe disabilities, including adjustment factors in living
with disabilities, community attitudes towards individuals with
disabilities, and strategies to change attitudes. This is a “WC”
class; advanced writing component required. Will incorporate Lakota
culture and reservation/rural perspectives.
RH 444 Medical Aspects of Disabilities (Elective)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: RH 200, Junior standing, EN
360 Co-requisite.
This course provides basic medial information essential to
understanding the limitations of individuals with a disabling
condition. Information on the etiology, prognosis, treatment
procedures, and vocational implications will be covered for each
disabling condition. Also, included in this course is information on
medical specialties, therapeutic services, restorative techniques,
medical terminology, and medical examination. This is a “WC” class;
advanced writing component required. Will incorporate Lakota culture
and reservation/rural perspectives.
RH 454 Cultural Issues in Rehabilitation Counseling (Elective)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: RH 200, Junior standing, EN
360 Co-requisite.
This course will provide students information on the nature and the
effects of cultural background in a rehabilitation counseling setting.
This is a “WC” class; advanced writing component required. Will
incorporate Lakota culture and reservation/rural perspectives.
RM 415 Range Improvements and Grazing Management
3 Semester Credit Hours
Topics covered include an overview of range vegetation management and
grazing management; goal-based management; economic aspects of range
improvements; ecological aspects of range improvements; plant
morphology and physiology as related to disturbance; grazing animal
behavior; and production and stocking rates. Included in this course
are biological, chemical, and mechanical methods of vegetation
management. The effects of prescribed burning are also discussed.
Students are responsible for developing a ranch management outline as
related to the topics covered.
RSEC 205 Environmental Economics
3 Semester Credit Hours
This course was designed to introduce the student to the basic economic
aspects of the environment and natural resources. Some of the topics to
be covered are as follows: property rights, externalities, non-market
goods and valuation, water quality, and growth in a finite environment. In conjunction with the above topics, the Lakota aspects will bepresented by various guest speakers.
SC 091 Basic Science Course 3 Semester Credit Hours A developmental science course that provides students with a generalknowledge of some of the basic concepts in physics, chemistry, andbiology and at the same time be at ease in the science classroom.
SC 201 Integrated Science I4 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Any 100 or 200 level sciencecourse. This course stresses the interrelationships among the sciences andacquaints the pre-service elementary teacher with the concepts andprocesses of science as encountered in various elementary sciencecurriculum projects.
SC 202 Integrated Science II4 Semester Credit Hours This course is a continuation of SC 201 with an emphasis on individualinvestigations and projects in various fields of science. Any generalscience course may substitute for SC 202.
SC 301 Selected Topics in Science1-3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Any 100 or 200 level sciencecourse. Science topics taught using a workshop approach or individual problembased learning model. Topics will be of a timely nature.
SE 299 Secondary Education Practicum3 Semester Credit Hours This course is designed to provide those seeking the Associate of Artsin Paraprofessional Studies with practical experience working with highschool age students. This is an on-site assignment with directexperience in the classroom.
SE 305 Methods of Teaching in the Secondary School3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: ED 210This course introduces pre-service teachers to the instructionalconcepts and teaching strategies that apply to instruction at thesecondary level. This course is also designed to provide a survey ofcurrent teaching methods and models for elementary, middle andsecondary teachers. Develops competencies in using a variety ofteaching models, instructional strategies, and materials throughvideotaped micro teaching experiences. Students will learn how to write appropriate lesson plans and develop culturally appropriateintegrated units that address learning styles and promote activelearning. Provides opportunities to utilize and integrate technology inlessons and units and to evaluate and select appropriate textbooks andmaterials. Develops skills in observing, recording, and assessingbehavior in secondary school students in order to plan appropriateacademic programs and learning environments.
SE 331 Teaching Reading & Writing in the Content Area 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: SE 305This course is designed to provide students in the secondary educationprogram with the ability to implement reading and writing activities incontent area, especially in the social sciences. Pre-service teachers(and in-service teachers seeking certification) will become familiarwith strategies that increase comprehension and vocabulary development.In addition, they will learn strategies for teaching a variety of textstructures and organizational models, employ writing across thecurriculum, and promote critical and creative thinking skills.
SE 498 Seminar in Lakota Studies Curriculum Development4 Semester Credit Hours This seminar applies the principles of curriculum development tosecondary courses in Lakota studies and related social science courses.A cooperatively developed curriculum will be individually applied tospecific settings.
SE 499 Internship in the Secondary School6-12 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Permission of DepartmentChair. Students preparing for teaching in secondary schools will observe,participate, and teach under the supervision of a certified content area teacher in an accredited high school. Prepares secondary educationmajors planning to teach in secondary schools with the opportunity toobserve, record and assess students’ behavior in order to planappropriate instructional programs and learning environments. Studentswill write lesson plans and develop culturally appropriate integratedunits that reflect learning styles, promotes self-esteem, and encouragesself-directed learning. Provides opportunities for developing parent-teacher conferencing skills as well as preparation for working withparents and professionals in writing IEPs and IFSPs. Gives students theopportunity to assume complete responsibility of a classroom whileunder the supervision of a classroom teacher in an approved secondaryschool.
SO 100 Introduction to Sociology3 Semester Credit Hours This introductory course will familiarize the student with the scienceof sociology and the variety of subject areas within the discipline.Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of social science research and analyze many aspects of social existence: socialstructure, education, religion, the family, race and ethnic minoritygroups, etc. Attempts will be made to apply the course materials to thedaily experiences of the students and to their environment.
SO 360 Methods of Social Research (Elective)3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Junior standing, EN 360 & ST370 Co-requisites.The goal of this course is to introduce the student to the fundamentalsof social research. The language and assumptions of natural scientificmethod will be examined as well as how the social sciences have attempted to utilize the language and assumptions in research.Students will develop research designs and familiarize themselves witha variety of research methodologies. This is a “WC” class; advancedwriting component required. Will incorporate Lakota culture andreservation/rural perspectives.
SO 370 Gerontology3 Semester Credit Hours A survey study of elders and their special needs. An emphasis of thecourse is the demographic data on elders that is compared to currentcare strategies. The course also focuses on the elders of the Rosebud Reservation and how care is delivered to them.
SO 371 Elder Care and Protection 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: SO 370 A study of elders and their special needs. The course traces the development of the Elderly Protection project and other issuesassociated with care for elders.
SO 490 Conflicting Interpretations Between Social Sciences &Traditional Strategies3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: IS 480 and/or InstructorApproval.A senior level seminar course designed to provide the students with theopportunity to observe and participate in the dialogues created by theissues and conflicts of various interpretations and strategies withinSocial Science and traditional alternatives expressed in the Lakotaoral traditional. Opposing viewpoints in selected topics will beexamined in a panel format.
SP 100 Speech Communications3 Semester Credit Hours An introduction to public speaking. While there is work in speechcommunication theory, the emphasis is on students giving a variety ofspeeches. Required of all students.
SP 300 Oratory by Native Americans3 Semester Credit Hours Native American Oratory will research speeches made in public events byNative Americans for native American causes.
SP 400 Advanced Public Speaking3 Semester Credit Hours Advanced Public Speaking will provide tips and techniques specific tobusiness, scientific and political arenas. Students are encouraged tofocus on one area or the course can be tailored for several students with a specific interest. Research on public speeches and speakers inthe students area of interest or specialty is required.
SPED 200 Introduction to Special Education3 Semester Credit Hours This course is an overview of special education, focusing on issues,concepts and legal requirements related to the identification,assessment and provision of services to children with disabilities.This course will examine the etiology and characteristics of eachexceptionality and discuss the impact of the disability on the learningprocess and related areas of cognitive, affective and psychomotordevelopment. In addition, this course will examine the importance ofthe child’s culture, family, and community when developing andimplementing an individual education program.
SPED 226 Teaching Children and Youth Diagnosed with Fetal AlcoholSyndrome or Fetal Alcohol Effects2 Semester Credit Hours This class provides an overview of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) andFetal Alcohol Effects (FAE). The causes and characteristics of children labeled FAS/FAE are discussed as well as the affects of suchdisorders on educational programs. Educational strategies used in theclassroom are developed for individual instruction as well as inclusionclassrooms.
SPED 228 Communication with Parents and Professionals 3 Semester Credit Hours This course examines communications and negotiation skills necessaryfor conferring and planning with parents, staff members,administrators, community professionals, and others concerning theacademic, vocational, social, cognitive, language, and physical needsof children and youth with disabilities. Special emphasis is placed onthe communication and language styles of the Lakota people. A practicumis required.
SPED 230 Paraprofessional Internship in Special Education3-6 Semester Credit Hours Prospective paraprofessionals gain practical experiences teachingchildren with disabilities at the elementary level. They experience themultiple roles and responsibilities of being a paraprofessionalincluding: teaching academics, experimenting with different teachingstrategies, participating in educational program planning, andsupervising children.
SPED 300 Techniques for Managing Behavior3 Semester Credit Hours This course focuses on the broad task of helping students withdisabilities develop and engage in adaptive, socially desirablebehaviors. It will examine ways of promoting self-control, buildingself-esteem, as well as on environmental influences which promoteacceptable behavior. This course will review theories and methods that may be effective in changing undesirable patterns of behavior,respectful of a person’s dignity and successful in promoting a person’sopportunities to participate in their school and family.
SPED 320 Curriculum and Resources in Special Education3 Semester Credit Hours This course addresses resources, issues and problems related to thefield of special education. It will focus on developing individualeducation programs with an emphasis on strategies and methods forincluding all children with disabilities in classroom environmentsappropriate to meet their needs. Transition planning will be discussedas an integral part of designing individual educational programs.
SPED 322 Teaching Children & Youth with Mild to Moderate Disabilities3 Semester Credit Hours This course will examine methods and strategies for teaching studentswith mild to moderate disabilities. All curricular and content areas is discussed as they relate to meeting the individual learning needs of students with disabilities. This course will explore the relationshipof assessment, curricular adaptations, and instructional andenvironmental modifications when designing appropriate educationalprograms for individual students. Strategies for collaboration withparents and professionals in order to design and implement effectiveprogramming will also be examined. Legal requirements is reviewed fortheir impact on teaching and curriculum.
SPED 324 Teaching Children & Youth with Severe Disabilities3 Semester Credit Hours This course will examine the current issues related to the field of teaching individuals with severe and multiple disabilities. A goal ofthe course is to provide current information about individuals withsevere and multiple disabilities, and to examine strategies foreffective service delivery and appropriate teaching methods andcurriculum development for meeting the individualized needs of childrenand young adults with severe disabilities. Strategies forcollaboration with parents and other professionals in order tofacilitate effective and meaningful programming will be discussed.
SPED 420 Special Education Assessment & Transitional Programming3 Semester Credit Hours This course will provide an overview of assessment practices in specialeducation programs. This course will examine the purposes and uses ofnorm-referenced, criterion-referenced, and curriculum-based,observation-based, and portfolio methods of assessment in order toidentify the needs of children who may have a disability. Thelimitations of selected assessment practices and problems ofinterpretation will be addressed. This course will also address howassessment is tied to program planning for children with disabilities.The importance of active and meaningful participation by families inthe assessment process will also be emphasized.
SPED 490 Special Topics1-3 Semester Credit Hours This course is designed to provide a format for any phase of specialeducation. Current trends and issues in special education will beaddressed.
SPED 499 Internship in Elementary & Secondary Special Education9-12 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Permission of DepartmentChair. Prospective teachers gain practical experience teaching children andyouth with disabilities at the elementary and secondary level. Theyexperience the multiple roles and responsibilities of being a specialeducation teacher including preparing daily lessons, experimenting withdifferent teaching strategies, consulting with regular classroomteachers, and participating in educational program planning.
SS 100 College Preparation and Orientation3 Semester Credit Hours This course will introduce all incoming freshman and first time SGUstudents to a comprehensive and in-depth overview of SGU’s academicsand the Student Support Services/Study Skills Department.
SS 102 How to Survive in College II
1 Semester Credit Hour
Improves student study skills including note-taking, test-taking and
study techniques. It also provides students with in-depth information
on program offerings at Sinte Gleska University and on career
opportunities.
SW 315 Child/Family/Social Policy (Required)
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Junior standing, EN 360 Co
requisite.
The needs of children and families will be examined. Concerns such as
poverty, assistance, child welfare, violence, etc., will be considered.
A major focus will be government policy and legislation (such as the
Indian Child Welfare Act) plus related programs and services designed
to serve Indian children and families. This is a “WC” class; advanced
writing component required. Will incorporate Lakota culture and
reservation/rural perspectives
TA 101 Theatre Orientation
3 Semester Credit Hours
An orientation to the arts and crafts of the theatre. Designed to give
the student a basic understanding of the role of the performers,
directors, designers, playwrights, and managers in the theatre.
TA 111 Theatre Practicum I
1-3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: 6 Semester hours theatre
coursework. (Repeatable to 3)
Credit is given for participation in theatrical presentations,
workshops, and specialized individual projects. It will be the
student’s responsibility to complete a contract with the instructor
outlining his/her responsibilities for the course, prior to the end of
drop/add period. A minimum of 20 hours of work must be documented per 1
hour of credit.
TA 151 World Theatre Literature
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: TA 101 or Instructor permission
Representative plays from ancient to modern cultures, and all
geographic regions of the globe will be studied. Plays will be analyzed
in terms of plot, theme, character, dialogue, etc., so that students
will have an understanding of theatre literature as performance
blueprint.
TA 155 American Indian Theatre Literature
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: TA 101 or Instructor permission.
Study of American Indian theatre literature through the reading of play
texts, interviews with playwrights, supporting articles and viewing of
videotaped performances when available. Attention will be paid to the
contexts for performance of drama in native communities, including
cultural history, tribal heritage, and the background of ritual and
spirituality in native performance.
TA 161 Acting I
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: TA 101 or instructor permission.
Fundamental concepts, terms and techniques in acting will be studied.
Participation in class exercises gives the student an opportunity to
begin developing skills in performance.
TA 211 Theatre Practicum II
1-3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: 6 Semester hours theatre
coursework.
Credit is given for participation in theatrical presentations,
workshops, and specialized individual projects. It will be the
student’s responsibility to complete a contract with the instructor
outlining his/her responsibilities for the course, prior to the end of
drop/add period. A minimum of 20 hours of work must be documented per 1
hour of credit.
TA 261 Acting II
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: TA 161 Continuation of TA 161:
Acting I.
Emphasis in this course will be on script analysis and in-class scene
study.
TA 291 Survey of World Theatre History
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: TA 151 or instructor permission.
Study of world theatre history from the theatre of ancient Greece to
the present. Theatre will be examined in the context of the social,
political, economic and religious environments in which it developed.
TA 295 American Indian Theatre History
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: TA 155 or instructor permission.
Study of American Indian theatre history from early performance
accounts to the present. This course will examine such traditions as
storytelling, song & dance, sports & games, false face (mask)
societies, etc. as they relate to contemporary American Indian theatre.
TA 365 Creative Drama for the Classroom
3 Semester Credit Hours
Study of practices and methods for integrating creative drama into the
classroom. The course will focus specifically on the relationship of
creative drama to language arts and literacy. Students will be
expected to participate in creative drama activities including theatre
games, solo and group pantomime, improvisation, story dramatization,
adapting literature, and writing original literature.
TA 381 Playwriting I
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: EN 101 and one of the following
TA 151, 155, 161, or instructor permission.
Instruction in the basic principles of the craft of playwriting:
dialogue, objective, development of obstacles in incidents,
characterization, and climax
VLE 101 Physical Training I
1 Semester Credit Hour
The purpose of this course is to get the student in physical shape.
Students will be placed on a diet, a program of walking/running, and
working out on weight machines, leading to running and working with
free-weights. Students will gain an understanding of being physically
fit.
VLE 102 Physical Training II1 Semester Credit Hour The purpose of this course is to get the student in physical shape.Students will be placed on a diet, a program of walking/running, andworking out on weight machines, leading to running and working withfree-weights. Students will gain an understanding of being physicallyt to carry on for the rest of their lives.
VLE 103 Physical Training III1 Semester Credit Hour The purpose of this course is to get the student in physical shape.Students will be placed on a diet, a program of walking/running, andworking out on weight machines, leading to running and working withfree-weights. Students will gain an understanding of being physicallyfit to carry on for the rest of their lives.
VLE 107 Baton Training/PR241 Semester Credit Hour The purpose of this course is to gain an understanding of all aspectsof the use of the baton/PR24. The use of force and deadly force duringan arrest. The misuse of force, and the liability in the use/misuse ofexcessive force. A program in three sections to provide the proper useof the Baton/PR24.
VLE 110 Officer Wellness & Protection 2 Semester Credit Hours The purpose of this course is to gain an understanding of essentialnutrients in the diet and the importance of being physically fit. Presenting a professional appearance, personal hygiene, and uniform andequipment care. How to handle people with a communicable disease. Theservices available for wellness and mental health. A plan for goodnutrition, safety, physical fitness, health, and mental health.
VLE 113 Legal Terminology & Procedures2 Semester Credit Hours Students will become familiar with the different terminology usedwithin law enforcement and corrections. This course will also focus on legal procedures such as due process, juvenile rights, rights ofinmates, proper search methods, grievance procedures, finger printing,fire safety, intake procedures, medical health screening, understandingpolicies and procedures, security of the facilities, contraband controland cell searches, cell extraction techniques, familiarization withpepper spray, medication protocol, court room demeanor and the Privacyand Freedom of Information Act.
VLE 115 Fundamentals of Law Enforcement 2 Semester Credit Hours Students will study the history and modern operations of the criminaljustice system: law enforcement, courts, and corrections. A review ofthe Lakota laws and criminal justice system will be included.
VLE 120 Weapons I: Safety & Familiarization2 Semester Credit Hours Through lecture, class discussion, demonstration and laboratoryexercises this course will introduce the student to shooting and moving techniques, nomenclature, safety rules, loading and unloading,fieldstripping, and function exercises. The student will be providedwith information pertaining to ballistic of ammunition on handgunammunition. The student will be provided a course in basic fundamentalsof stance, grip, sight alignment, and trigger control. The student willbe instructed on the principals and techniques of firearms safety rulesand regulations and safe handling of firearms.
VLE 121 Traffic Law and Enforcement 3 Semester Credit Hours Students will examine relevant traffic laws, methods of traffic control,signs of illegal behavior in order to detect violators, and techniquesessential to safely apprehend violators.
VLE 125 Patrol Functions and Procedures 3 Semester Credit Hours The students will learn about patrol functions, proper arrestprocedures, utilization of police equipment and technology, patroltechniques, and the incorporation of community policing.
VLE 135 Criminal Investigation I: Traffic Accidents 3 Semester Credit Hours The student will study the factors present in different kinds of traffic accidents. The student will also learn the steps and techniques thatconstitute a legal and proper traffic accident investigation.
VLE 140 Effective Communications in Corrections/Law Enforcement3 Semester Credit Hours Students will learn the basic communication skills and how they pertainto law enforcement and juvenile corrections. Emphasis will be placed onthe proper use of oral and written communication as it pertains toemployment requirements in the above fields.
VLE 143 Juvenile Crisis Intervention 3 Semester Credit Hours This course will focus on defining conflict and identifying appropriateresponses. Students will learn the mediation process; distinguishingbetween mediation, negotiation and arbitration; use techniques tomanage disputants’ anger. Students will also become familiar with suicides; their own feelings on the issue, prevention assessmentmethods; factors that may lead up to suicides. Other topics coveredwill include disturbance control/emergency situations; Native Americangangs in corrections; managing youth with mental disorders; counselingmethods effective with youth suspected of drug withdrawals.
VLE 160 Understanding and Managing Human Behavior3 Semester Credit Hours The purpose of this course is to give understanding of the variousbehaviors associated with emotionally disturbed, mentally ill, andmentally retarded/developmentally disabled persons. Also discussed willbe the role of the officers in working with mentally disturbed victimsand or defendants.
VLE 190 Law Enforcement Service Learning Experience3 Semester Credit Hours The student will be placed in a cooperating law enforcement agency.The student will experience and observe dispatching, jailor, and policeoperations. The student will also experience/observe court proceedingsfrom the beginning to final disposition of a case. The student will be required to write a report on his/her experience/observation and take afinal essay on the entire experience/ observation.
VLE 235 Criminal Investigation II4 Semester Credit Hours Students will learn the evidentiary rules, ways to secure crime scenes,obtain, secure and preserve the evidence. Investigative techniques usedto address various kinds of crimes will be studied, such as crime scenediagrams and photography.
VLE 240 Professional Writing & Records Management II3 Semester Credit Hours The purpose of this course is to gain an understanding of all aspectsof writing a complete police report. Topics include components of awell-written report; five steps in writing a report; and, practicalexperience in writing different types of reports. Students will alsogain an understanding of the elements of and purpose of takingstatements and the types of people that statements are taken from in aninvestigation.
VLE 260 Seminar: Trial Review 1 Semester Credit Hour This is a capstone course wherein the student will demonstrateknowledge and skills gained from all previous course work. The studentwill be assigned a case to handle from start to finish, compile aportfolio, and go through trial preparation and presentation. Localcriminal justice system experts (Tribal Court Judge, Police Dept.Manager, etc.) will assess student learning.
Graduate Program Course Descriptions
CS 626 Management of Information3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Graduate Status, DP 100 orequivalent class, plus computer experience.The use of computers as information management tools in the workplacewill be studied. Students will learn how to appropriately assess theneed for computers and application programs, research possible choices,and then select which one(s) meet client caseload and organizationalneeds. The need for and provision of staff computer training will beexamined. How to identify and work with an MIS expert will also bestudied. These steps will be incorporated into a student project.Students will also be introduced to commonly used application programs.
ED 500 Introduction to Graduate Studies 3 Semester Credit Hours An introductory course required by many graduate programs. Emphasis ison educational research from the perspective of research as process anda product. Nine critiques of research proposal required. Midterm and Final.
ED 501 Advanced Counseling Methods3 Semester Credit Hours Examination of the theoretical and practical concepts critical tocounseling in the elementary school Also, the interaction and dynamicsof groups, organizations, and individuals. Tape, term paper, Midtermand Final.
ED 505 Computers in the Elementary Classroom3 Semester Credit Hours A graduate level course expanding on the ideas of software evaluations,integration of computers into the curriculum, and an examination of thecurrent state of the art. Midterm and Final examination.
ED 546 Issues in American Indian Education 3 Semester Credit Hours An advanced perspective on the breadth and depth of education as itapplies to American Indian people. Discussion and critique of Indianeducation theory and practice emphasized. Term paper, Midterm andFinal.
ED 547 Human Relations: A Multicultural Perspective3 Semester Credit Hours Practice and theory of ethnic identification, movement between culturalboundaries, and movement from the affirmation of one’s own culture tothe acceptance of other cultures. Term paper, Midterm and Finalexamination.
ED 548 Education in Native Communities 3 Semester Credit Hours A consideration of issues in Native communities through essays,research, and readings. Emphasis on the educational training, supportsystems and parent involvement of selected Native communities in theUnited States and Canada. Term paper, Midterm and Final exam.
ED 549 Ethnography in the Elementary Classroom3 Semester Credit Hours An examination of the principles and practices the ethnographicresearch and their application to the elementary classroom. Emphasisis on doing a mini-ethnography of a classroom. Term paper, Midterm andFinal exam.
ED 600 Foundations of Reading Instruction3 Semester Credit Hours Understanding the processes, skills, structure, personnel, andmethodology involved as applied to the educational setting. Intendedfor those who have previous knowledge of effective reading programs.Class presentation, midterm and Final required.
ED 601 Seminar in Teaching of Elementary Math3 Semester Credit Hours A Course examining the methodology, strategies, and curriculum andteaching materials in the teaching of elementary mathematics. Midterm and Final.
ED 602 Seminar in Content Area—Language Arts3 Semester Credit Hours A course examining the methodology, strategies, and curriculum andteaching materials in the teaching of language arts. Midterm and Final.
ED 603 Seminar in Content Area—Elementary Science3 Semester Credit Hours A course examining the methodology, strategies, and curriculum andteaching materials in the teaching of Elementary Science. Midterm and Final.
ED 604 Seminar in Teaching of Elementary Social Studies3 Semester Credit Hours A course examining the methodology, strategies, and curriculum andteaching materials in the teaching of elementary social studies.Midterm and Final.
ED 606 Instruction & Assessment in Mathematics 4 Semester Credit Hours An advanced methods course which utilizes a hands-on cross-cultural constructivist approach to instruction and assessment in science andmathematics. In the development of multiple strategies, the coursewill also integrate the implementation of standards being developed atthe national, state and local levels.
ED 610 Advanced Educational Psychology3 Semester Credit Hours Students need to have EDR 600 prior to enrolling in the course.This course will provide an in-depth study of cognitive psychology asthe theoretical basis for constructivist education. It will also examine school-based applications of a cognitive approach and describenew approaches to problem solving, critical thinking, and reflective thought. Students will need to have EDR 600 prior to enrolling in thecourse.
ED 620 Models of Instruction 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: EDR 600 and ED 610This course will provide the opportunity to learn about a variety ofteaching models and their application in the classroom. Students willdevelop and utilize self-analysis techniques for improving their use ofmodels in the classroom. Students will also engage in effectiveobservation to provide meaningful feedback on the implementation ofvarious teaching models.
ED 630 Constructivist Curriculum Design3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: EDR600, ED 601, ED620, and ED630 prior to taking this course.This course will provide an opportunity for students to get a “bigpicture” look at school curriculum design from a constructivist pointof view. Students will conduct a needs assessment, prepare a missionstatement, develop a pre-K-12 curriculum plan, and also an assessmentplan.
ED 631 Dialogues in Education 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: ED630 or instructor approval.This course is designed to examine the cultural dynamics of thedifferences between Indian and non-Indian world views and the resultant effects as a basis for instituting dialogue as a positive social forumfor educators. It will establish an historical perspective ofoppression, including colonialism and government policies as a formatfor exploring the long-term effects of cultural trauma. It willemphasize the use of dialogue/thematic investigatory methodology toinitiate critical conscientization in the development of positivesocialization programs for application in education and/or thecommunity.
ED 633 Indigenous World Views3 Semester Credit Hours This course is designed to compare indigenous Lakota world view withthose of educational philosophies that dominate the current schoolscene. Students will read extensively from positivist, feminist, andlogical positivist world views to compare them with the Lakota andindigenous world views. Application of ideas to current school problemswill be an expected outcome.
ED 635 Standards-based Teaching3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: ED 630 or instructor approvalThis course will focus on developing contructivist instructionalmaterials that meet national, state, and local standards. Emphasiswill be placed on incorporating assessment tools to drive instructionas well as measuring student outcomes.
ED 637 Culturally-Responsive Teaching3 Semester Credit Hours This course is designed to provide a historical perspective on currentteaching practices as a departure point for developing teaching toolsand strategies that will be more responsive to issues of culture.
ED 639 Assessing and Developing Community3 Semester Credit Hours A culminating action research project synthesizing ideas andmethodologies from the courses in the curriculum and instruction strandof the Masters in Education degree.
ED 640 Trends and Programs in Reading Instruction3 Semester Credit Hours This course will address recent trends and issues in the field of reading and literacy. Analysis and evaluation of reading programs todetermine their effectiveness and suitability for individual studentswill be a major focus of the course.
ED 641 Language Processes of Reading3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: ED 640 or instructor permission.This course will investigate the theories and research behind abalanced approach to the teaching of reading to include reading,writing, speaking, listening, and viewing components. Emphasis will beplaced on learning how these components are integrated into emergentliteracy instruction.
ED 642 Approaches and Techniques for Teaching Reading-Elementary
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: ED 640 & ED 641 or instructor
permission.
This course focuses on the application of theories to reading
instruction. An emphasis will be placed on the selection of curricular
materials and strategies for use with elementary-aged students.
Assessment strategies appropriate for a constructivist-based reading
program will be explored.
ED 643 Approaches and Techniques for Teaching Reading:
Middle/Secondary
3 Semester Credit hours **Prerequisite: ED 640 and ED 641 or instructor
permission.
This course addresses the nature of reading, the current research in
the field, and reading as applicable to the middle and secondary reading
curriculum. It will also address the management of middle and secondary
reading programs, application of reading strategies to content areas,
the selection of age-appropriate materials, and teaching strategies.
Assessment based on a constructivist model of teaching reading will be
utilized.
ED 644 Diagnosis of Reading Difficulties
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: ED 640 and ED 641 or instructor
permission.
This course develops an understanding of the causes of reading
difficulties. It will explore the use and interpretation of diagnostic
instruments. Practical application of the diagnostic results will be
required.
ED 645 Remediation of Reading Difficulties
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: ED 640, ED 641, and ED 644 or
instructor permission.
This course addresses effective models of reading programs, strategies,
and techniques for serving students who may be at risk for reading
difficulties.
ED 646 Practicum in Reading
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: ED 640, ED 641, ED 642, ED
643, ED 644, ED 645.
This culminating course requires a supervised practicum in reading
instruction to include the diagnosis and remediation of reading
difficulties. Experience in the elementary, middle, and secondary
classrooms is required.
ED 650 Survey of Early Childhood Special Education
3 Semester Credit Hours
This seminar course is a broad overview of the field of early childhood
special education. Research suggests that early childhood is perhaps
the most crucial formative time in a child’s life. Drawing upon
theory, research, and best practices, this course focuses on the whole
child as well as on families and professionals working as a team.
Emphasizing cultural diversity, service coordination and empowerment of
families, multiple strategies for successful intervention will be
examined and practiced. A major goal of the course is to integrate
theory with practice, using learning centers and portfolio assessments
to actively involve the participant in the process of early childhoodspecial education.
ED 652 Curriculum in Early Childhood Special Education2 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: ED 610This course explores the role of developmentally appropriate practicesand other intervention techniques to the delivery of early interventionservices in natural settings (preschools, homes, and children’ssettings). Guidelines and examples of specific activities for workingeffectively with children and their families will provide informationand experience with which to make sound decisions about curriculum forindividuals and groups of children.
ED 654 Assessment in Early Childhood Special Education3 Semester Credit Hours This course is designed to present an overview of assessment for youngchildren with special needs. The DEC and NAEYC guidelines forappropriate assessment practices will be addressed. The course willstress gaining competence in the screening, assessment, and evaluationof young children. It will also address the management of earlychildhood programs.
ED 656 Teams in Early Childhood Special Education3 Semester Credit Hours This course will discuss the methods and techniques for teaming inearly intervention, including strategies and techniques for teambuilding and effective communication.
ED 658 Family Systems in Early Childhood Special Education3 Semester Credit Hours This course is designed to provide students an understanding of familysystems and their functions. It will provide skills in formingeffective partnerships with parents and helping them to identify theirstrengths and needs.
ED 660 Practicum in Early Childhood Special Education3 Semester Credit Hours This course is designed to provide early childhood special educationprofessionals with practical experience in working with young childrenwith special needs and their families. Experiences and activities willfocus on the areas of: assessment and evaluation, interventionstrategies, and program planning.
EDAD 660 Introduction to Educational Leadership3 Semester Credit Hours An Introduction to Educational leadership class serves as the inauguralcourse for those graduate students interested in pursuing a principaldegree and/or endorsement. The course will cover standards as set out by the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC), thestandards set out by the National Council for Accreditation of TeacherEducation (NCATE), and the Administrative Rules of South Dakota (ARSD).These are the conventional guiding policy organizations that set theprinciples for the professional development of school administrators.
Specifically the course will cover the theory, organization, administration and control of public education both on and off theRosebud Reservation, and the profession of educational leadership,including, where and when appropriate, the Lakota values of SGU, Lakotaphilosophy and theology, Lakota leadership and management. This course will include assigned tasks, processes and analysis dialogue/discussionand on writing.
EDAD 661 The Elementary Principalship3 Semester Credit Hours This course will present various skills to graduate students interestedin being an elementary/middle school principal. The following skillswill be addressed in this course: strategies of negotiation, consensusbuilding, listening skills, speaking styles (non-defensive and non-offensive), conflict resolution, oral advocacy, as well as personnelsupervision, community relations and curriculum design and development.This course while focusing on the above skills will also cover aphilosophical background to include an emphasis on being a reflectiveelementary leader based on available research, experiential artistryand theory.
EDAD 662 The Secondary Principalship3 Semester Credit Hours This course will present various skills to graduate students interestedin being a secondary school principal. The following skills will beaddressed in this course: strategies of negotiation, consensusbuilding, listening skills, speaking styles (non-defensive and non-offensive), conflict resolution, oral advocacy, as well as personnelsupervision, community relations, counseling, finance, specialeducation and curriculum design and development. This course while focusing on the above skills will also cover a philosophical backgroundto include an emphasis on being a reflective secondary leader based onavailable research, experiential artistry and theory. The standards set out by National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education(NCATE) and the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC),as well as the Lakota values, will be the guiding objectives for thiscourse.
EDAD 663 Internship Experience for the Educational Leader3 Semester Credit Hours This course will present various experiential skills to graduatestudents interested in being a secondary school principal or anelementary/middle school principal. A minimum of 180 hours of field based experiences will be required. The standards set out by NationalCouncil for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and theInterstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC), as well as theLakota values, will be the guiding objectives for this internship.Graduate students in this class are to center their internshipactivities on the areas of visioning, positive school climate,management of staff and resources, families and community relations,practices of integrity, fairness and ethics, and the political contextof schools.
EDAD 664 The Educational Leader and Instructional Supervision3 Semester Credit Hours This course will present a method of school supervision centered aroundcollegiality rather than hierarchical. This course will cover effective schools research and the transition to school improvement.
This course addresses the areas of developmental supervision, thesupervisory behavior continuum, four interpersonal approaches tosupervision, technical skills for school supervision, incorporates thetasks of supervision, discusses recent changes in supervision research,and offers various assessment tools including those for teachers,students, and broadly covering programs and building-wide issues.
EDAD 665 The Educational Leader and Curriculum Design3 Semester Credit Hours This course will present various skills in the development and designof curriculum to graduate students interested in being a schoolprincipal. The standards set out by National Council for theAccreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the Interstate SchoolLeaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC), as well as the Lakota values,will be the guiding objectives for this course. This is especiallytrue of standard 2 which states “a school administrator is an education leader who promotes the success of all students by advocating,nurturing, and sustaining a school culture and instructional programconducive to student learning and staff professional growth.” This course will also cover the examination of principles and practicesessential to developing and administering curricular programs.
EDAD 667 The Educational Leader and School Law 3 Semester Credits This course will present principles of school law that are applicableto the practical problems of school administration and organization tograduate students interested in being an elementary/middle school orsecondary school principal. The standards set out by the NationalCouncil for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and theInterstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC), as well as theLakota values, will be the guiding rationale for this course. The various types of schools on reservations – public, BIA funded, private,dictate a larger scope of study in this course. While similarities exist in regards to meeting accreditation guidelines other areas, suchas due process, special education, funding, etc. are not similar.
EDAD 668 The Educational Leader and Special Education Law3 Semester Credit Hours This course will be a study of the organizational structure andadministrative procedures at the local, state, federal and reservationgovernment levels used in schools as delivery systems of specialeducation services. The standards set out by National Council for theAccreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the Interstate SchoolLeaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC), as well as the Lakota values,will be the guiding rationale for this course. The course will prepareprospective administrators with the skills and knowledge necessary toeffectively assure administrative roles as passionate supporters ofspecial education students.
EDAD 669 The Educational Leader and School Community Relations3 Semester Credit Hours This course will present skills in the area of effective two waycommunication between communities and their schools. The standards set out by National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education(NCATE) and the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC), as well as the Lakota values, will be the guiding objectives for thiscourse. Major emphasis of this course will be on standard four whichstates “a school administrator is an educational leader who promotesthe success of all students by collaborating with families andcommunity members, responding to diverse community interests and needs,and mobilizing community resources.”
EDR 600 Reading and Writing Educational Research3 Semester Credit Hours This course will provide an introduction for students on how to read,evaluate, and produce educational research. It will provide anintroduction to both quantitative and qualitative methods used inconducting educational research. Students enrolling in this course musthave a valid teaching certificate or instructor approval.
EDR 601 Educational Statistics 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: EDR 600This course will provide a broad overview of statistical methodscommonly used in educational research. Students will and how to usestatistical software to conduct statistical analyses.
HS 505 Case Management3 Semester Credit Hours Basic skills needed for the management and guidance of cases in theHuman Services Field will be taught, with an emphasis on challenges ofcase management on the reservation. Students will be made aware of the historical perspective, case management models, assessment process,effective interviewing skills, and ethical issues of case management.In addition, the student will learn the group facilitation skillsincluding working with support groups: conducting team and staffmeetings, family conferences; and presenting psychoeducation programs.The student will also be taught how to build a case le to meet managedcare and third party requirements, in addition to surviving as amanager of cases and being knowledgeable of the services available tofamilies on the reservation.
HS 520 Research and Program/Organizational Evaluation3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite to all Emphasis Area courses.The student will study research methods, statistical analysis, needsassessment, and program/organizational evaluation. The course will include the use of appropriate computer technology and statisticalmethods. Principles, models, and applications of needs assessment,program/organizational evaluation, and the use of findings to effectorganizational modifications will be examined in the context of legaland ethical considerations. Research that is particularly beneficialwith in the reservation/rural context will be considered.
HS 530 Social and Cultural Diversity: Cultural Oppression and CulturalIdentity3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: LS 253, 270. Take before (priority) or concurrent with Emphasis Track MA-HS courses, perapproval.This course will provide an understanding of the cultural context ofrelationships, issues, and trends in a multicultural and diversesociety. Racism, prejudice, acculturation, theories of cultural identity development, multicultural competencies, and multiculturalcounseling will be addressed. Characteristics and concerns between and within diverse groups will be explored. This will include an investigation of attitudes, beliefs, understandings, and experiencesrelated to culture, ethnicity, nationality, age, gender, sexualorientation, mental factors, physical factors, educational factors,environmental concerns, family values, religious and spiritual values,socio-economic status, and unique characteristics of the individual,couple, family, and community.
HS 540 The Helping Relationship: Promotion of Development andImprovement3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite to all emphasis Area MPS courses.This course will explore the nature of the helping, supervision, andconsultation process. Characteristics of the helper and behaviors ofthe helping process will be studied in the context of interviewing,counseling, conflict resolution and consultation with individuals,families, organizations, and community systems. The establishment of goals, strategies, and theories relevant to the helping relationshipwill be a focus. A synthesis and understanding of how all thesefactors intertwine into functioning as an effective modern helper andleader in the reservation context will be presented. The utilization of the collective competencies of all individuals will be emphasized.There will be an emphasis on the graduate becoming a positive agent ofchange in his/her tiospaye (extended family), community, organization,and government.
HS 555 Native American Health and Wellness 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Completion of MPS FoundationCourses. This course will provide the student with an in-depth study of NativeAmerican needs that can be alleviated by appropriate cultural healthand wellness practices. The student will become acquainted with thevariety of Native American (Lakota) traditional, cultural, andspiritual practices that restore health, strengthen and enrich people’slives, families, organizations, and the community today. How these activities can be integrated into modern experiences will be a mainfocus. Study of these activities will be both from an individual,family, and group (organizational) perspective. The student will be given the opportunity to observe and participate in certain activitiesthat exemplify the strength Native American culture. Lakota terms and phrases will be included.
HS 574 Professional Orientation and Ethics 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: HS 530, 540This course will provide an understanding of all aspects ofprofessional functioning including history, philosophy, roles,societies, organizational structures, ethics, standards, andcredentialing. Public policy processes including advocacy on behalf ofone’s profession, its clientele and operations, will be studied alongwith relevant legal issues and grant proposal writing. Case studies will be a significant part of class study. Issues that relate to working in the reservation/rural environment will be considered.
HS 580 Supervision3 Semester Credit Hours Supervision in the Human Services field will address the abilitiesneeded to be an appropriate and helpful supervisor. An overview of supervisory responsibilities will be studied, with content includingthe supervisory relationship, methods and models of supervision, beinga multiculturally competent supervisor, ethical issues, multiplerelationships in supervision, and evaluating a supervisee. Focus will be on applying this knowledge to the Lakota people.
HS 625 Employee Assistance Programming3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: PY 302 or PY 624, graduatestanding, or advisor and MA-HS chair approval.This course will provide training in the area of designing, developing,and implementing an effective Employee Assistance Program (EAP) fororganizations. Special emphasis will be placed on Native Americanemployees. A strong focus will be on problems associated with theidentification of chemical dependency and other dependency issues asthey relate to employees, their families, and the workplace.Appropriate identification, intervention, and referral/treatment optionswill be covered. Policy development and implementation of federalregulations for organizations regulated by the Department ofTransportation will be addressed.
HS 677 Independent Study1-3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: M.A.-H.S. Foundation Phase Icourses, advisor and instructor permission only.The student may seek permission from a faculty member to doconcentrated study on a specific topic related to the emphasis area.
HS 686 Seminar for Professionals 1-3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Advisor and chair approval.This class will serve to present other important and relevant subjectsto the student for study. Topic will vary as needed. For emphasis blockcredit, this topic must pertain specifically to the student’s plan ofstudy and be approved.
HS 698 Thesis I 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: HS Foundation Courses;Advisor and thesis instructor permission required.This is the major “capstone” course. Student work will utilize all of the conceptual, research, statistics, and writing skills covered inprevious M.A.-H.S. courses. The project topic will be relevant andbeneficial to the reservation/rural setting. This second section of the thesis course will be the data collection, analysis, discussionsection of the thesis. The student will do a final oral presentationof the literature review (last two chapters of the thesis) at the endof the class.
HS 699 Thesis II 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: completion of M.A.-H.S.most/all Phase II Emphasis track electives, and advisor and graduatechair permission.This is the major "capstone" course. Student work will utilize all ofthe conceptual, research, statistics and writing skills covered in theprevious M.A.-H.S. courses. The project topics will be relevant andbeneficial to the reservation/rural setting. The student may do a thesis
or a project such as producing a web page, an action plan, a
legislative proposal, a grant proposal, etc. The student will do an
oral presentation of the thesis or project. Students planning to pursue
a Ph.D. should check with institutions they are considering to see if a
thesis is required for admission to the doctoral program. This course
is recommended to be taken in two steps over two semesters, but with
special permission may be done in one term.
PY 533 Counseling Theory
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Completion of M.P.S.
Foundation Courses.
##Equivalent class from allied institution will be allowed to
substitute.
This course will cover basic theories and principles of counseling.
The philosophic basis of the helping relationship will be addressed in
relationship to current research on the factors related to counseling
effectiveness. Counseling theory and principles will be explored in
relationship to working with Native American clients.
PY 538 Psychopharmacology
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Graduate standing, or
advisor and MA-HS approval.
This course will study the use of psychoactive drugs in the treatment
of mental health, and actions and side effects of drugs of addiction.
Students will learn about the various kinds of theraputic drugs, their
effects, when drug treatment is appropriate, the role of drug therapy,
coordination with medical professionals, and monitoring the treatment
process. Treatment issues with Native Americans will be a special
focus. Students will conduct a special research project on a selected
neurotransmitter and the effects of alcohol/drugs on the functioning of
this transmitter.
PY 556 Group Counseling
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: PY 302 or PY 624, graduate
standing, or advisor and MA-HS chair approval.
This course will provide an understanding of group purposes,
development, dynamics, counseling theories, group counseling methods
and skills, and other group approaches. Group leadership styles,
specific types of groups (focus, task, support, prevention, etc.) and
ethical and legal considerations will also be studied. How group
counseling is utilized in the reservation/rural setting will be
explored.
PY 557 Human Development and Psychosocial Intervention
3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: graduate standing, or advisor
and MA-HS chair approval.
Normal development will be contrasted with abnormal development. There
will be a focus on developmental crises, disability, addictive
behavior, psychopathology, and environmental factors as they affect
both normal and abnormal development across the life span. Theories of
learning and personality development will be addressed, as well as
strategies to prevent or ameliorate pathological development.
Perceptions of the developmental process in the reservation/rural
setting will be explored.
PY 574 Family Counseling3 Semester Credit Hours Theories and techniques of family counseling will be presented. Basicprinciples and concepts of systemic theories, assumptions inherent ineach of the theories, and implications for practice and treatment willbe studied. Essential skills will be taught which will be applicable tocommunity-centered counseling and chemical dependency counseling. Howfamily counseling is provided in the reservation/rural setting willalso be explored. **Prerequisites: PY 302 or PY 624, graduate standing,or advisor and MA-HS chair approval.
PY 614 Assessment in Counseling3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisites: Graduate standing, or advisorand chair approval.This course will provide an understanding of individual and groupapproaches to assessment and evaluation. It will include historicalperspectives, basic concepts of testing, statistical concepts ofcentral tendency and scales of measurement concerns. Culturaldiversity, gender issues, and specific populations will be discussed asthey are related to assessment. Assessment issues with Native Americanswill be a special focus.
PY 617 Career Development3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Completion of M.P.S.Foundation Courses. ##Equivalent class from allied institution will be allowed tosubstitute. This course will provide an understanding of career development andrelated life factors. Career development theories and decision-makingmodels will be studied. The interrelationships among work, family, andother life roles will be considered in the context of cultural diversity and gender issues. Sources of career information,instruments of career assessment, and career counseling strategies willbe explored to facilitate career placement and program planning.Assisting reservation/rural residents to realize their full workpotential will be explored.
PY 624 Counseling Techniques3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Completion of M.P.S.Foundation Courses; PY 614Counseling practices, facilitative skills, and the application of theseskills will be studied. Ethical standards will be reviewed. Students will practice these skills in a lab setting. Experience and serviceswith Native American clients will be a significant component of thisclass.
PY 634 Counseling Practicum: Individual and Group3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: Completion of M.P.S.Foundation Courses; PY 624 with at least a “B”.Practicum is an advanced laboratory experience in counseling clientsunder close supervision. Both individual and group settings will beaddressed. Services with Native American clients will be a significantcomponent of this class
PY 644 Psychopathology 3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: PY 533, 614 and graduate chairapproval.The general principles and practices of etiology, diagnosis, treatmentand prevention of mental and emotional disorders and dysfunctionalbehavior will be studied. In addition, the general principles andpractices for the promotion of optimal mental health, especially in theNative American community, will be presented.
PY 654 Clinical Assessment and Testing3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: PY 533, 614 and graduate chairapproval.This course includes the study of methods for assessing mental status,identification of mental illness, abnormal, deviant, or psychopathologyof behavior, by obtaining appropriate behavioral data using a varietyof techniques. This will include the study of non-projectivepersonality assessments, achievements, aptitude, and intelligencetesting. The student will learn to interpret the finding intodiagnostic and statistical manual categories. It will include basic concepts of testing, reliability and validity concerns, strategies forselection and administration of test instruments. Assessment issues as they relate to Native Americans will be a special focus. Ethical concerns, cultural diversity themes, gender issues, and specificpopulation issues will be discussed as they are related to theinterpretation of the assessments.
PY 664 Organizational Psychology3 Semester Credit Hours Organizational Psychology applies the theories, research methods, andintervention strategies in the workplace. Focus will be on helpingorganizations be more productive through the enrichment of theiremployee’s physical and mental health. Relevant topics includepersonnel, motivation, leadership, employee selection, training anddevelopment, organizational development organizational behavior, andwork and family issues, especially in Lakota families. Emphasis willbe on organizations within the Lakota world.
PY 694 Internship I3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MA-HS Foundation Phase courses, plus HS 574, PY 533, 557, 614, 624 and, with at least a “B”average in PY 634; Advisor and Internship Coordinator permission alsorequired.This is the first course for the field-based experience required of HSstudents who are seeking to become licensed professional counselors(LPC). The setting(s) will be appropriate to community counseling andwill involve 300 hours total for three credits. Of the 300 hours, aminimum of 120 hours will be spent in direct service to clients and theremainder in individual supervision, group supervision, professionalactivities, the development of audio and videotapes of sessions, andexperience a variety of professional resources.
PY 695 Internship II3 Semester Credit Hours **Prerequisite: MA-HS Foundation Phase courses, plus HS 574, 533, 557, 614, 624 and, with at least a “B”average in PY 634; PY 694; Advisor and Internship Coordinatorpermission also required.This is the second course for the field-based experience required of HS students who are seeking to become licensed professional counselors(LPC). The setting(s) will be appropriate to community counseling andwill involve 300 hours total for three credits. Of the 300 hours, aminimum of 120 hours will be spent in direct service to clients and theremainder in individual supervision, group supervision, professionalactivities, the development of audio and videotapes of sessions, andexperience a variety of professional resources.