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MASTER’S HANDBOOK

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

Consult the most recent University ofNorth Texas Graduate Catalog for

specific information on other guidelines and requirements

Note: Minor changes to degree requirements may be reflected on department website.

Master’s Handbook updated 6/2015

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EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

Topics PagesGraduate Faculty 3

1Degree Overview 8Scholarships and Academic Resources 9

Master of Education in Special Education Concentrations:Autism Intervention 10Educational Diagnostician 12Emotional/Behavioral Disorders 13Mild/Moderate Disabilities 14

Master of Science in Educational Psychology Concentrations:Human Development 15Family Studies 16

Gifted and Talented 18Learning and Cognition 19Research, Measurement & Evaluation 20

General Information 21


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These materials are provided for informational purposes.The University of North Texas Graduate Catalog maintains

final authority over all admission procedures, degreerequirements, and policies and procedures.

University of North Texas-College of EducationEducational Psychology Department

1155 N. Union Circle, #311335 Denton, Texas 76203-1335

Telephone: 940/565-4646 UNT Metro: 817/267-3731Web: http://www.coe.unt.edu/educational-psychology

Department Office: Matthews Hall 316

Department of Educational Psychology Graduate Faculty:

Miriam Chacon Boesch, Ph.D.Assistant ProfessorPurdue UniversityMatthews Hall 322A (940)[email protected] Areas of Scholarship: Autism Intervention, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Developmental Disabilities

Concentration: Autism Intervention

Lyndal M. Bullock, Ph.D.Regents ProfessorUniversity of KansasMatthews Hall 119I (940)[email protected] of Scholarship: Emotional and Behavioral DisordersConcentration: Emotional and Behavioral Disorders


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Mei Chang, Ph.D.Assistant ProfessorBall State UniversityMatthews Hall 322B (940)[email protected] Areas of Scholarship: Neurocognitive Functioning, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Neuropsychological Assessment, Academic Achievement of Racial/Ethnic Minority

Concentration: Research, Measurement, and Evaluation/Statistics

Qi Chen, Ph.D.Associate ProfessorTexas A&M UniversityMatthews Hall 304F (940)[email protected] of Scholarship: Hierarchical Linear Modeling, Growth Mixture Modeling, Mediation Analysis, School-based PreventionConcentration: Research, Measurement, and Evaluation/Statistics

Bertina H. Combes, Ph.D.Full ProfessorThe University of TexasMatthews Hall 316D (940)[email protected] of Scholarship: Educator Prep, Learning Disabilities, Mentoring, Multicultural IssuesConcentration: Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Mary Bailey Estes, Ph.D.Principal LecturerUniversity of North TexasMatthews Hall 322E (940)[email protected] of Scholarship: Charter Schools and Special Education; Curriculum/Special Education; Emotional/Behavioral DisordersConcentration: Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Stephen GarretsonSenior LecturerTexas Woman’s UniversityMatthews Hall 322M (940)565-2028






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[email protected] of Scholarship: Fatherhood and adolescent and child cognitive development in school settingsConcentration: Development & Family Studies

Rebecca J. Glover, Ph.D.Full ProfessorTexas Tech UniversityMatthews Hall 304G (940) [email protected] of Scholarship: Moral Reasoning and Development; Cognitive and Social Development, Lifespan DevelopmentConcentration: Human Development

Robin Henson, Ph.D.ProfessorTexas A&M UniversityMatthews Hall 304J (940)[email protected] of Scholarship: Self-efficacy and Motivational Theory, Reliability Generalization, Applied General Linear Model AnalysesConcentration: Research, Measurement, and Evaluation/Statistics

Darrell Hull, Ph.D.Associate ProfessorBaylor UniversityMatthews Hall 304I (940)[email protected] of Scholarship: Educational Measurement & Psychometrics Concentration: Research, Measurement, and Evaluation/Statistics

Cornelia Izen, Ph.D.LecturerUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignMatthews Hall 322FA (940) [email protected] of Scholarship: Best Practices in Pre service Teacher Education; Diversity in Educational Settings; Building Community in Online Higher Education CoursesConcentration: General Special Education; Moderate and Severe DisabilitiesAutism

Arminta L. Jacobson, Ph.D.Professor and Endowed Professor, Director of Center for Parent Education







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Texas Woman's UniversityMatthews Hall 304A (940) [email protected] of Scholarship: Parenting; Parent-Child Relations; Infant-Toddler CareConcentration: Family Studies

Todd Kettler, Ph.D.Assistant ProfessorBaylor UniversityMatthews Hall 304D (940) [email protected] Areas of Scholarship: Development and Measurement of Critical Thinking Skills and Academic Talent Development of Gifted Students and Adults.Concentration: Gifted and Talented

Endia Lindo, Ph.D.Assistant ProfessorVanderbilt UniversityMatthews Hall 304I (940)[email protected] of Scholarship: Learning Disabilities, Reading Instruction, Social Influences on Reading OutcomesConcentration: Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Smita Mehta, Ph.D.Associate ProfessorUniversity of OregonMatthews Hall 316F (940)[email protected] of Scholarship: Applied Behavior Analysis, Classroom and Behavior Management,Developmental Disabilities and AutismConcentration: Autism Intervention

Wendy Middlemiss, Ph.D.Associate ProfessorSyracuse UniversityMatthews Hall 304H (940) [email protected] of Scholarship: Prevention and Intervention, Development Within Family and Community Contexts, Infant Nighttime Care







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Concentration: Learning & Cognition

Prathiba Natesan, Ph.D.Associate ProfessorTexas A&M UniversityMatthews Hall 316J (940)[email protected] of Scholarship: Analysis of Large Scale Datasets, Factor Analysis, Discriminant AnalysisConcentration: Research, Measurement, & Evaluation/Statistics

Angela Nievar, Ph.D.Associate ProfessorMichigan State UniversityMatthews Hall 304E (940) [email protected] of Scholarship: Disadvantaged Families with Young Children; Parental Efficacy; Home VisitingConcentration: Family Studies

Pamela Peak, Ph.D.Senior LecturerUniversity of North TexasMatthews Hall 322H (940)[email protected] of Scholarship: Exceptional Learners, Educational Assessment, Distance LearningConcentration: Educational Diagnostician

Anne Rinn, Ph.D.Associate ProfessorIndiana UniversityMatthews Hall 316H (940)[email protected] of Scholarship: Gifted & Talented IndividualsConcentration: Gifted and Talented

Kelly Roberts, Ph.D.Assistant ProfessorOklahoma State UniversityMatthews Hall 316J (940)[email protected] of Scholarship: Family Relations, Child Development, Marriage & Family TherapyConcentration: Human Development & Family Studies







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Abbas Tashakkori, Ph.D.Professor & ChairUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel HillMatthews Hall 316B (940)[email protected] of Scholarship: Research and Evaluation Methodology; Self-perceptions, Cross-Cultural Research; School Effectiveness.Concentration: Research, Measurement, and Evaluation/Statistics



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Degree Overview

Degree programs in Educational Psychology focus on physical, cognitive and social-emotional growth and change across the lifespan with regard to developmental norms; investigation of interpersonal relationships both inside and outside the family unit; application of knowledge regarding human development and exceptionalities in the educational environment; research, measurement, statistics, and program evaluation; assessment of individuals in educational settings; and the needs of special populations with regard to education and intervention. Practical applications for our degree include working in the public school as a liaison to families, or in the capacity of administrator or Educational Diagnostician (assessment specialist); working in an agencies to support positive development and healthy outcomes; working in Gifted and Talented/Special Education programs; and working as nonprofit, business, or social service practitioners who work with individuals and families.

Faculty in Educational Psychology work collaboratively toward high-quality intervention-based research that focuses on educational, developmental, and social effectiveness outcomes. Our department includes a community of scholars with diverse research and professional interests in Educational Psychology and Special Education. We offer two Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) degrees (Educational Psychology, and Special Education), two Master’s degrees (M.S. in Educational Psychology and MEd in Special Education), a Bachelor's degree (Development and Family Studies), and a number of certification programs. Post-baccalaureate teaching certificates are available in Family and Consumer Sciences and Special Education. We offer both online and face-to-face courses, and four predominantly online Master's degree concentrations (Gifted and Talented; Educational Diagnostician; Autism Intervention; Research, Measurement and Evaluation).

Advising

Masters students are allowed a period of 5 years to complete the degree from the date of their first enrollment in a course toward degree completion. Students will work with an assigned initial advisor to design a degree plan and focus of study (degree plans must be submitted prior to completing 18 hours and preferably in the first semester). In addition to working with the student to establish a degree plan, this initial advisor will approve all practica/internship experiences when applicable. During the 5 year period, students may request a change in advisor through the Department Chair and in consultation with their assigned advisor.

Capstone Course in the Master of Science (M.S.) Degree

Students will complete a Capstone course, EPSY 5990, in the last 12 hours of coursework. This course is completed within a structured on-line course activity.


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Scholarships

Scholarships are available for graduate students in the Educational Psychology Department and are awarded by the department or college. Application information is available in the department or college offices, or on the college website: http://www.coe.unt.edu/scholarships

Other sources of funding may be available by reviewing the websites for the Student Financial Aid and Scholarship Office, or the Toulouse School of Graduate Studies. The Student Employment Service provides information about on- and off-campus job opportunities (generally non-degreed, part-time positions).

Research positions may be available for academically exceptional students at the Masters level. Research assistantships, in addition to those offered directly through the Department may be available to students who are income-eligible and have requested work study funds when completing their financial aid forms. Additional information about the different types of scholarships and fellowships can be found on the UNT Office for Nationally Competitive Scholarships website at www.opgf.unt.edu.

Networking Opportunities

Student networking opportunities are available on Facebook. This student-led group provides an opportunity to connect with other graduate students outside the classroom environment. Networking with colleagues in the Department can provide academic, research, and professional opportunities. The Facebook group may be found by doing a Page search for “UNT EPSY Grad Student Social Club.”

Conferences are an excellent way to network with professionals in your area. Professional organizations in Texas often hold conferences in the North Texas area. For regional, national, or international conferences, travel grants may be available if you present a paper or poster or participate in professional development activities through the Graduate School, College of Education, or Department. For University funding go to: http://www.tsgs.unt.edu and click on the ‘All About Money’ tab. Funding is available also from the College of Education through the Dean’s office and on some occasions through the Department through funds provided by the department chair. Please consider working with faculty on research. This can be completed through part-time assistantships, research practicum, or as a volunteer/internship experience. Collaborations with faculty who have funded research may allow for grants to fund student travel to conferences.


http://www.tsgs.unt.edu/

http://www.opgf.unt.edu/

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Library Information

Different libraries at UNT have specific holdings. The Willis Library offers education, human development, and family studies texts and journals. The Eagle Commons Library on the 1st floor of Sycamore Hall offers science, psychology, and statistics texts and journals. There are graduate student classes each semester at the library that teach methods for researching online. Our education liaison is available to help locate resources at 940-565-3955. The Media Library offers free rentals for students on movies, and video games. The 3rd floor of the Willis Library offers a wide selection of CD’s.

You can obtain a TexShare card from the circulation desk in Willis that will permit entry to any public or university library in the State of Texas.

Degree Requirements

Master of Education in Special Education with aConcentration in Autism Intervention

The Autism Intervention Concentration requires a minimum of 36 hours. When applying, choose “SPED-MED” on the online application at www.applytexas.org. The required courses for this concentration area are available online. Face to face coursework is only with Field Experiences (if required).

The mission of this concentration is to professionally prepare leaders and educators with core values that exemplify excellence, integrity, collaboration and impact in the field of Autism. The Autism Intervention concentration offers both federally funded and non-funded educational opportunities to students.

1. Department Of Educational Psychology Required Core Courses (9 hours)EPSY 5000 Introduction to Educational Psychology (3 hours) EPSY 5050 Foundations of Educational Research Methodology (3 hours) EPSY 5350 Foundations of Psychoeducational Measurement (3 hours)

2. Special Education Common Core (9 hours) a) EDSP 5240 Collaboration with Parents, Para-educators, and Professionals (3 hours)b) EDSP 5710 Special Education Programs and Practices OR EDSP 5520 Special Education Law (3 hours)

The selection should be made based only upon approval by the student’s advisor. Students who register for either of these courses without advisor approval may be required to take the second course if the first does not meet requirement for their specific concentration area.

c) EDSP 5330 Classroom and Behavioral Management Strategies for Exceptional LearnersOR EDSP 5320 Introduction to Functional Assessment (3 hours)


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The selection should be made based only upon approval by the advisor. Students who register for either of these courses without advisor approval may be required to take the second course if the first does not meet requirement for their specific concentration area. 3. Autism Intervention Courses (Minimum 18 Hours)

EDSP 5310 Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders EDSP 5340 Teaching Students with High Functioning AutismEDSP 5350 Educational Programming for Students with Autism Spectrum DisordersEDSP 5360 Assessment of Autism Spectrum DisordersEDSP 5370 Autism Across the Life SpanEDSP 5640 Field Experience with Children/Youth Emotional and Behavioral Disorders II

Elective Courses (as needed, to meet the 18 hour required concentration, or for additional credits with advisor's recommendation/approval)

EDSP 5630 School-based Field Experience (3 hours)EDSP 5510 Educational Appraisal of Exceptional Learners (3 hours)EDSP 5520 Special Education Law (3 hours)EDSP 5560 Assistive Technology (3 hours)BEHV 5150 Techniques in ABA (3 hours)BEHV 5250.981 Current Issues in the Behavioral Treatment of Autism (prerequisite BEHV 5130) (3 hours).BEHV 5130 Basic Behavior Principles (3 hours)

* If needed, set schedule for key assessments to be submitted to Tk20 if working on an NCATE approved certification program.


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Master of Education in Special Education with aConcentration in Educational Diagnostician

The Educational Diagnostician Concentration requires a minimum of 36 hours. This Concentration is designed for students who want to be employed as an Educational Diagnostician or for teachers who are interested in assessment issues in the classroom. A focus of this concentration is directed towards Curriculum Based Assessment and the implications it holds for teachers in making curricular decisions. In addition, upon completion of the program, students will be certified to administer standardized tests including the WISC-IV, Stanford Binet V and various other individual measurements.

Important facts about this Concentration: 100% pass rate on the TExES exam for Educational Diagnostician 100% placement of all graduates Technology integrated into all courses All courses are available through the internet (for advanced practicum courses, a limited

number of campus visits maybe required for in-state students. Please contact the department for more information).

1) Department Of Educational Psychology Required Core Courses (9 hours) EPSY 5000 Introduction to Educational Psychology (3 hours) EPSY 5050 Foundations of Educational Research Methodology (3 hours) EPSY 5350 Foundations of Psychoeducational Measurement (old name: Educational Evaluation and Assessment) (3 hours)

2. Special Education Common Core (9 hours)EDSP 5240 Collaboration with Parents, Para-educators, and Professionals (3 hours)EDSP 5710 Special Education Programs and Practices (3 hours)EDSP 5320 Introduction to Functional Assessment (3 hours)

3. Educational Diagnostician Courses (Minimum 18 hours)EDSP 5510 Educational Appraisal of Exceptional Learners EDSP 5520 Special Education LawEDSP 5530 Individualized Diagnostic Assessment I: Practicum EDSP 5540 Individualized Diagnostic Assessment II: Practicum EDSP 5560 Assistive TechnologyEPSY 5210 Educational Statistics

*Each student also needs a valid Texas teaching certificate in Special Education or a related area, and two years of successful teaching experience as a fully licensed teacher at the time of application for admission. * If needed, set schedule for key assessments to be submitted to Tk20 if working on an NCATE approved certification program.


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Master of Education in Special Education with aConcentration in Emotional/Behavioral Disorders

The Emotional/Behavioral Disorders Concentration requires a minimum of 36 hours. The mission of this Concentration is to professionally prepare leaders and educators with core values that exemplify excellence, integrity, collaboration and impact in the field of emotional/Behavioral Disorders. The concentration offers both federally funded and non-funded educational opportunities to students.

1. Department Of Educational Psychology Required Core Courses (9 hours) EPSY 5000 Introduction to Educational Psychology (3 hours) EPSY 5050 Foundations of Educational Research Methodology (3 hours) EPSY 5350 Foundations of Psychoeducational Measurement (3 hours)

2. Special Education Common Core (9 hours)a) EDSP 5240 Collaboration with Parents, Para-educators, and Professionals (3 hours)b) EDSP 5710 Special Education Programs and Practices (and/or, in consultation with student's advisor: EDSP 5520 (Special Education Law (3 hours))c) EDSP 5330 Classroom and Behavioral Management Strategies for Exceptional LearnersOR EDSP 5320 Introduction to Functional Assessment (3 hours)

The selection should be made by student's advisor. Students who register for either of these courses without advisor approval may be required to take the second course if the first does not meet requirement for their specific concentration area.3. Emotional/Behavioral Disorders Concentration (Minimum 18 hours):

EDSP 5320 Introduction to Functional Assessment EDSP 5600 Characteristics of Children/Youth with Emotional and Behavioral DisordersEDSP 5615 Positive Behavioral Interventions in Educational and Related Settings EDSP 5620 Educational Programming for Children/Youth with Emotional and Behavioral

Disorders EDSP 5660 Transition of Youth with Emotional and Behavioral DisordersEDSP 5630 Field Experience I (and, in consultation with advisor: EDSP 5640: Field Experience

II)

* Students seeking an alternative Texas teaching certificate with an endorsement in special education will need to complete the following (15 hours):

EDSP 5430 (6 hours) Advanced Practicum: Special EducationEDSP 5730 Educational Aspects of Students with Mild to Moderate DisabilitiesEDSP 5740 Learning Strategies for Promoting Proficiency in Reading and Language Arts for Exceptional LearnersEDSP 5750 Learning Strategies for Promoting Proficiency in Math and Content Area Subjects for Exceptional Learners



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Master of Education in Special Education with aConcentration in Mild/Moderate Disabilities

The Mild/Moderate Disabilities Concentration requires a minimum of 36 hours. The Concentration prepares students to work with learners from Kindergarten to 22 years of age in a variety of instructional settings. The Concentration focuses on utilizing scientifically-based educational and behavioral strategies as well as individualization to fit the unique needs of learners with varying abilities.

1. Department Of Educational Psychology Required Core Courses (9 hours) EPSY 5000 Introduction to Educational Psychology (3 hours) EPSY 5050 Foundations of Educational Research Methodology (3 hours) EPSY 5350 Foundations of Psychoeducational Measurement (3 hours)

2. Special Education Common Core (9 hours)a) EDSP 5240 Collaboration with Parents, Para-educators, and Professionals (3 hours)b) EDSP 5710 Special Education Programs and Practices OR EDSP 5520 Special Education Law (3 hours)

The selection should be made based only upon approval by the Concentration advisor. Students who register for either of these courses without advisor approval may be required to take the second course if the first does not meet requirement for their specific concentration area.

c) EDSP 5330 Classroom and Behavioral Management Strategies for Exceptional LearnersOR EDSP 5320 Introduction to Functional Assessment (3 hours)

The selection should be made based only upon approval by the advisor. Students who register for either of these courses without advisor approval may be required to take the second course if the first does not meet requirement for their specific concentration area.3. Mild/Moderate Disabilities Concentration (18 hours)

EDSP 5200 Characteristics of Individuals with Learning Disabilities(For IMPACT Students: EDSP 5730, Educational Aspects of Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities)

EDSP 5230 Advanced Seminar in Learning Disabilities: Educational Theories and Practices (For IMPACT Students: EDSP 5740, Learning Strategies for Promoting Proficiency in Reading and Language Arts for Exceptional Learners)

EDSP 5670 Teaching Social Skills to Children and Youth with Disabilities EDSP 5755 Adapting Curriculum to Meet Special Learning Needs

(For IMPACT Students: EDSP 5750 Learning Strategies for Promoting Proficiency in Math and Content Area Subjects for Exceptional Learners)

Two specialization electives courses with advisor's approval (If not IMPACT).



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Master of Science in Educational Psychology with aConcentration in Human Development

Students selecting the concentration in Human Development are provided foundational knowledge regarding growth and change across the lifespan (i.e. physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.) The concentration in Human Development prepares professionals to work with individuals of all ages in a variety of environments and careers.

1) Department Of Educational Psychology Required Core Courses (9 hours) EPSY 5000 Introduction to Educational Psychology (3 hours) EPSY 5050 Foundations of Educational Research Methodology (3 hours) EPSY 5350 Foundations of Psychoeducational Measurement (3 hours)

2) Human Development Concentration (18 hours)EPSY 5113 Developmental and Family Theory (3 hours)EPSY 5123 Human Development Across the Lifespan (3 hours)EPSY 5133 Infant and Child Development (3 hours) EPSY 5143 Advanced Adolescent Development (3 hours)EPSY 5153 Developmental Change Across Adulthood (3 hours)

One elective course in human development with advisor’s approval3) Electives: Two courses (6 hours), selected in consultation with your faculty advisor. 4) Capstone Course - EPSY 5990 Supervised research or program evaluation project (3 hours)

Graduates from the HD concentration seek careers in educational environments; federal, state, and local government agencies; nonprofit organizations; community-based social service agencies; businesses; research institutions; etc.

Some graduates may choose to apply this knowledge to hospital settings and seek careers in Child Life. Certification as a Child Life Specialist requires the completion of a child life course taught by a Child Life Specialist and both a practicum and an internship. For more information on certification from the Child Life Council, see http://www.childlife.org.

For students interested in careers in Early Childhood Intervention, the HD concentration at UNT meets course requirements which lead to credentialing as an Early Intervention Specialist Professional with the Texas Interagency Council on Early Childhood Intervention. A practicum experience is recommended for students desiring this certification. Courses completed at the undergraduate level may also satisfy some credential requirements. Please check with your advisor for the competency list and instructions.


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Master of Science in Educational Psychology with a Concentration in Family Studies

The concentration in Family Studies prepares parent involvement coordinators for school districts, Certified Family Life Educators, parenting coordinators serving as liaisons to the court, Cooperative Extension workers serving family, youth, and communities, and non-profit administrators for groups that serve families.


2) Family Studies Concentration (18 hours) EPSY 5113 Development and Family Theory (3 hours)EPSY 5313 Parent-Child Interaction (3 hours)EPSY 5323 Parent and Family Education (3 hours)EPSY 5413 Family Relationships (3 hours)EPSY 5433 Partnerships: Family, School, and Community (3 hours)EPSY 5443 Family Economics, and Management (3 hours)

3) Electives: Two courses (6 hours), selected in consultation with your faculty advisor. 4) Capstone Course - EPSY 5990: Supervised research or program evaluation project

The University of North Texas was among the first in the state of Texas to qualify for the Certified Family Life Education (CFLE) credential. Students can work toward certification by completing required courses and fulfilling application requirements designated by National Council on Family Relations (NCFR). These requirements may be viewed at www.ncfr.org/cfle-certification by following links to Texas approved programs, which includes the University of North Texas. Course requirements and possible substitutions may be discussed with your advisor. NCFR (CFLE certification) has approved the UNT curriculum in the FS concentration, and graduates will qualify to complete the abbreviated application process.

Certified Family Life Educators serve as consultants, directors, educators, and coordinators in many settings, including: Social Services, Child Care, Health and Welfare, Recreation, Youth Programs, Community Action, Pre-school/Day Care, Latch Key, Drug/Alcohol Rehabilitation Centers, Senior Citizen Programs, Military Family Support, Parent Education, Community Education, Universities and Colleges, Extension, Family Service Agencies, Retirement/Convalescent Care Centers, and Elementary and Secondary Schools.

Texas Registry of Parent Educator Resources (ROPER) Professional DevelopmentRecognition System: For Parent Educators and Professionals who work with FamiliesStudents are encouraged to register with the Texas ROPER Professional Development Recognition System. Students may be eligible for Parent Educator Levels 1 and 2 as


http://www.ncfr.org/cfle-certification

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undergraduates and Parent Educator Level 3 upon graduation. The purpose of the Professional Development Recognition System is to allow interested parent educators and other professionals who work with families to enter the field of parent education from varying educational backgrounds and experiences, as well as to provide an avenue for professional development and mobility. For more information access the application booklet at http://www.cpe.unt.edu/dev_recognition.php. For more information contact the University of North Texas Center for Parent Education at [email protected]: To encourage and recognize professional development and careers of parent educators in Texas.Benefits: The benefits of the Recognition System include being on the Center for Parent Education’s mailing list, membership in the Texas Association of Parent Educators (an organization of professional parent educators with local networks throughout Texas), reduced registration for CPE training events, free publications, and the opportunity to enroll in the ROPER database.

Marriage and Family TherapyBackground course work for marriage and family therapy certification and licensing may be completed through the FS Concentration. However, additional postgraduate training, including a supervised internship, would be required. For more information see http://www.aamft.org and http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/mft/default.shtm.


http://www.tdh.state.tx.state.tx.us/hcqs/plc/mft.htm

http://www.aamft.org/


http://www.cpe.unt.edu/dev_recognition.php

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Master of Science in Educational Psychology with aConcentration in Gifted and Talented

The concentration in Gifted and Talented prepares students for a variety of leadership roles in schools, including as a teacher of the gifted (if the student already holds a teaching certification), program coordinator, curriculum specialist, and state education agency director, among others. Graduates will also be prepared for doctoral coursework in this area, should they decide to continue their education.


2) Gifted and Talented Education Concentration (18 hours)EPSY 5105 Nature and Needs of the Gifted and Talented Student (3 hours)EPSY 5110 Social and Emotional Components of Giftedness and Talent (3 hours) EPSY 5120 Program Planning for the Education of Gifted and Talented Students (3 hours) EPSY 5130 Methods and Curriculum for Teaching Gifted and Talented Students (3 hours) EPSY 5123 Human Development Across the Lifespan (3 hours)EPSY 5210 Educational Statistics (3 hours)

3) Electives: Two courses (6 hours), selected in consultation with your faculty advisor. 4) Capstone Course - EPSY 5990 Supervised research or program evaluation project.

This degree prepares students to sit for the Texas Examination of Educator Standards (TExES) Gifted and Talented Supplemental Certificate and also provides students with a Graduate Academic Certificate in Gifted Education (GACT-GATE) if requested and applied for.


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Master of Science in Educational Psychology with aConcentration in Learning and Cognition

The Learning and Cognition concentration provides a foundation on how human beings acquire, store, and retrieve information—in essence how we learn. You will learn strategies for motivating individuals to acquire information. You will acquire the skills and background to determine whether learning has occurred, i.e., how to measure change in performance and understanding. This degree is not a terminal degree. Rather, with this degree in hand, you will be able to pursue advanced study in the areas of psychology, human development, learning and cognition, instructional design, curriculum and instruction, and other areas in educational psychology. With completion of doctoral or professional degrees in these areas, you will be prepared to work in educational environments at all levels and be a researcher across areas of development and education.

1) Department Of Educational Psychology Required Core Courses (9 hours)EPSY 5000 Introduction to Educational Psychology (3 hours) EPSY 5050 Foundations of Educational Research Methodology (3 hours) EPSY 5350 Foundations of Psychoeducational Measurement (3 hours)

2) Learning and Cognition Concentration (18 hours)EPSY 5550 Learning Theories in EducationEPSY 5210 Educational StatisticsEPSY 5123 Human Development Across the Life Span

Three courses bridging research/practice areas in consultation with advisor3) Electives: Two courses (6 hours) selected in consultation with your faculty advisor. 4) Capstone Course - EPSY 5990 Supervised research or program evaluation project


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Master of Science in Educational Psychology with a Concentration in Research, Measurement, and Evaluation

The Department of Educational Psychology and the College of Education maintain state-of-the-art research and computer labs that provide practical experience in observing individuals and families or using sophisticated data analysis software. In addition to the Educational Psychology faculty, graduate students have ample opportunities to interact and work collaboratively with active scholars in other graduate programs in the department.

The Office of Research Consulting (ORC), which is associated with the department, offers opportunities for hands-on practica in program evaluation and methodological/statistical consultation. The internationally renowned Center for Parent Education also offers students opportunities for research and outreach. Additional research opportunities are enhanced by an up-to-date testing/observational laboratory and computerized data analysis labs.


2) Concentration (RME) Courses (18 hours)EPSY 5210 Educational Statistics (3 hours)EPSY 6120 Foundations of Program Evaluation (3 hours)EPSY 6010 Statistics in Educational Research (3 hours) EPSY 6020 Research Methods in Education (3 hours) EPSY 6220 Classical and Modern Educational Measurement Theory (3 hours)EPSY 5250 Grant Writing Techniques OR EPSY 5240 Survey Research methods (3 hours)

3) Electives: Two courses (6 hours), selected in consultation with your faculty advisor. 4) Capstone Course - EPSY 5990 Supervised research or program evaluation project


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General Information

The Department of Educational Psychology (EPSY) addresses themes of cognition, behavior, and emotion within our society by generating research, disseminating knowledge, and preparing a diverse body of scholars who take leadership in their fields while enhancing the development and effective functioning of individuals, schools, and families. The Educational Psychology Department is part of the College of Education, located in Matthews Hall, 316. Other departments in the college are:

Kinesiology, Health, Promotion, & Recreation Teacher Education & Administration Counseling & Higher Education

Professional Association Web Sites

American Educational Research Association: www.aera.netAmerican Psychological Association: www.apa.orgAmerican Association of Family & Consumer Sciences: http://www.aafcs.orgCouncil for Exceptional Children: www.cec.sped.org Council for Learning Disabilities www.cldinternational.orgNational Council on Family Relations: http://www.ncfr.comSociety for Research in Child Development: http://www.srcd.org/Society for Research in Human Development: http://homepage.psy.utexas.edu/homepage/group/SRHD/

Helpful Websites/Resources

Department Resources page: http://www.coe.unt.edu/educational-psychology/student-resources UNT Center for Parent Education: https://parenteducation.unt.edu/ Office of Research Consulting: http://www.coe.unt.edu/center-interdisciplinary-research UNT Libraries: http://www.library.unt.edu Electronic Resources (on-line library): http://digital.library.unt.edu/ UNT University Writing Lab: http://writinglab.unt.edu/ UNT College of Education: http://www.coe.unt.edu UNT Bookstore: http://www.bkstr.com/efollettstore/home Parking Permits: http://www.unt.edu/transit Registration Calendar: http://essc.unt.edu/registrar/schedule/scheduleclass.htmlTuition & Financial Aid: http://www.unt.edu/aid-tuition.htm


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