Distance Education/Online
Note: the courses on this page reflect Summer Term 2008 offerings.
Please check back on December 15 for a list of courses available during Summer Term 2009.
Note: Distance Education/Online Courses may not be taken for credit
by Boston University students toward any CAS, CGS, GRS, or SMG degree.
MET
IS courses
are not
open to students enrolled in the Metropolitan College Online Undergraduate
Degree Completion Program.
Metropolitan College
MET IS 308 Exploring Philosophy through Film
Online offering. This introduction to philosophy revolves around selected films
and related texts that provoke serious reflection on issues of knowledge, ethics,
and personal identity. Provides an introduction
to the nature of philosophical inquiry and analysis by exposing the student
to specific philosophical problems and issues. Students
also consider the ways in which art (with the focus here being on cinematic
art) can represent and embody philosophical questions, ideas, and positions.
Related objectives include the development of critical thinking and writing
skills, as well as the cultivation of the students appreciation of film as
an art form. For further information, please call the Office of Distance
Education
at 617-358-1960. 4 cr.
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MET IS 380 Landscape, Climate, and Humans
An introduction to environmental
science with a dual focus in physical geography and climatology. Interprets
major themes in Earth History and human affairs
through interactive lessons that include online lectures, outside reading,
and extensive online maps, diagrams, and animations. Discusses the interactions
of climate, physical geography, and human activities in the formation of a
dynamic, living Earth. The action of weather, humans, and non-humans organisms
on the Earth's surface ties the course together as it concludes with biogeochemistry
and a look at the origin of life. For further information, please call the
Office of Distance Education at 617-358-1960. 4 cr.
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School of Education
SED AP 680 Education Policy in International Perspective
Online offering. A survey of current social, legal, and political issues
in education, in the United States and in other countries, viewed in the context
of emerging international standards. Intended for graduate students from a range
of cultural backgrounds and experiences; they develop a comparative perspective
that enhances their understanding of the issues that educators and policy-makers
face and that the international educational community must consider to improve
education (and access to education) for students around the world. In addition
to written coursework, students engage in online dialogue with one another and
with the instructor focused on issues presented and submit a final project that
explores the course themes in relation to a specific country or locality. For
further information, call the Office of Distance Education at 617-358-1960. 4
cr.
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SED EM 590 Software for the Curriculum
Online offering. Evaluation and selection of software and web-based
resources to support K-12 curriculum goals emphasized. Students gain experience
supporting teaching and learning with software and develop strategies for evaluating
educational resources across disciplines and grade levels. For further information,
please call the Office of Distance Education at 617-358-1960. 4 cr.
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SED EM 680 Distance Education
Online offering. Students gain perspective on distance education through
studying its potential and limitations; its similarities to, and differences
from, conventional classroom education; the history and research on the effectiveness
of distance education; the technological supports and administrative issues;
and international examples. For further information, please call the Office of
Distance Education at 617-358-1960. 4 cr.
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SED PE 501 Methods of Coaching
Online offering. Provides information about various approaches to coaching,
and the ways in which coaches’ day-to-day practices reflect their beliefs
about their role and about the athletes they coach. Students gain an understanding
of the importance of developing a personal philosophy of coaching, and of the
potential leadership role of the coach in society. Examines the role and responsibilities
of the coach, different coaching models, practice design and delivery, and the
importance of making coaching appropriate to a particular context. For further
information, please call the Office of Distance Education at 617-358-1960. 4
cr.
This online course is one of four courses for an all-online 16-credit graduate
certificate in Physical Education, Health Education and Coaching. Contact Dr.
Eileen Sullivan
at pehealth@bu.edu to learn more about these
classes.
Click
here to apply and learn more about this program.
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SED PE 508 Curriculum and Special Methods for Physical Education
Online offering. Provides information about the foundation of curriculum
design, components of curriculum planning, and curriculum criteria. Students
develop an understanding of the meaning of curriculum, the dynamics of change,
the role of society, and the role of physical education within the overall school
program. Students examine curriculum models, school objectives, trends in decision-making,
learner evaluation and program assessment. Current trends and topics in the field
of physical education, health, coaching and fitness are examined. For further
information call the Office of Distance Education at 617-358-1960. 4 cr.
This online course is one of four courses for an all-online 16-credit graduate
certificate in Physical Education, Health Education and Coaching. Contact Dr.
Eileen Sullivan
at pehealth@bu.edu to learn more about
these classes.
Click
here to apply and learn more about this program.
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