EDTH - 4760 HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
[3 hours] Provides an introduction to the professional practice of Human Resource Development
(HRD) for the interested undergraduate student. The course focuses on HRD within the context of Human Resources in organizations.
EDTH - 5700/7700 HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
[3 hours] An in-depth introduction to the professional practice of Human Resource
Development (HRD) for the interested graduate student. The course focuses on HRD within the context of Human Resources in organizations.
EDTH - 5710/7710 TRAINING FOR PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT
[3 hours] Focus is on the organizational context in which training programs are
designed, developed, implemented and evaluated. Extensive use of simulations, case studies and other strategies maximizes active participation.
EDTH - 5950/7950 WORKSHOP IN HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
[3 hours] A course developed around topics of interest and concern to HRD
students. Students must meet prerequisites prior to taking this course. Advanced level students are expected to complete all the basic
requirements of the course, as well as an additional, detailed application of the skills and knowledge which is the basis for the course. This
may include an additional paper/presentation, leading a team through a problem solving/development process, or completion of a research project
in the completion of the course content. Prerequisite: EDTH 6/8100, 6/8200
EDTH - 5990/7990 IND STUDY IN HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT
[1 - 3 hours] The student works individually with a faculty member on a
specified project. Meetings are held as per an established schedule. Deadlines and evaluation criteria are established and observed.
Prerequisite: EDTH 6/8100, 6/8200; Permission of Instructor required.
EDTH - 6100/8100 TRAINING AND PERFORMANCE SUPPORT SYSTEMS
[3 hours] Students learn and apply the process of designing and developing
instructional systems, including performance support systems. The application of concepts takes place in a project team setting. Prerequisite:
EDTH 5/7700, 5/7710
EDTH - 6200/8200 NEEDS ASSESSMENT THEORY AND TECHNIQUES
[3 hours] Students learn how to systematically assess organizational, group and
individual needs in organizations in order to design appropriate HRD interventions, such as training, job aids, performance support systems, and
others. Prerequisite: EDTH 5/7700, 5/7710
EDTH - 6210/8210 CURRENT HRD THEORY AND PRACTICE
[3 hours] Students investigate current trends in HRD and assist one another in
pursuing detailed individual study of one major topic area. Requirements involve research, lesson design and presentation of findings.
Prerequisite: EDTH 6/8100, 6/8200
EDTH - 6220/8220 ORGANIZATIONAL PERSPECTIVES IN HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
[3 hours] The course provides an in-depth exploration of
several types of organizations in which HRD plays a significant role, and which also provide major placement opportunities for HRD professionals.
Prerequisite: EDTH 6/8100, 6/8200
EDTH - 6230/8230 CONSULTING AND CONTRACTING IN HRD
[3 hours] Addresses relevant models, practices and concepts of both internal and
external consulting in HRD. Proposals and contracts receive special emphasis Prerequisite: EDTH 6/8100, 6/8200; Permission of instructor
required.
EDTH - 6250/8250 MOTIVATING & TRAINING ADULT LEARNERS
[3 hours] Students learn how to identify and motivate adult learners in a
variety of settings. Based on these factors, strategies are selected to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of training. Prerequisite: EDTH
6/8100, 6/8200
EDTH - 6300/8300 HRD PERFORMANCE INTERVENTION ANALYSIS
[3 hours] Focus is on the conceptual framework and procedures involved in the
analysis of various HRD interventions (including training) for improving performance and, ultimately, organizational results. Prerequisite: EDTH
6/8100, 6/8200
EDTH - 6400/8400 PRACTICUM IN HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
[3 hours] This culmination of the HRD student's program is a project
experience in an organization. Master's students in project teams are supervised by doctoral HRD students and monitored by HRD faculty.
Prerequisite: EDTH 6/8220; Permission of instructor required
EDTH - 6940/8940 FIELD EXPERIENCE IN HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
[1 - 6 hours] Students complete structured assignments and projects
under joint supervision of a field site supervisor and an HRD faculty member. A written contract specifies the product(s) and evaluation
criteria. Prerequisite: EDTH 6/8100, 6/8200; Permission of instructor required.
EDTH - 8900 GENERAL SEMINAR IN HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
[3 hours] This course will consider problems and provide advanced study in
Human Resource Development. Prerequisites must be satisfied, and permission of the instructor must be obtained before registering. Prerequisite:
EDTH 8100, 8200; Permission of instructor required.
EDTH - 8950 INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINAR IN HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
[3 hours] Considers issues and problems in Human Resource
Development. Focus will be on interaction of HRD with other areas of professional practice and/or scholarly inquiry. Prerequisite: Permission of
instructor required.
EDTH - 8960 DOCTORAL RESEARCH DISSERTATION IN HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
[1 - 12 hours] Student and instructor meet regularly to assist
student in completing doctoral research leading to completion of the dissertation. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor required.