Hybrid Courses

This course examines development of strategic sea power and how it has been used throughout history. Students develop foundational knowledge through discussion and directed readings. The current status of international sea power, and its anticipated role in future international interactions, are examined. Students perform library research and analysis, and are assessed through an annotated bibliography, literature review and argument paper.

Completion of ADED 301U with a grade of 'C' or better.

In-depth examination of the teaching methods, literacy concepts and development, and materials which are utilized to support and scaffold children's literacy acquisition from birth to the primary grades. Addresses a foundational understanding of the components of reading including phonemic awareness, concepts of print, phonics, fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and writing. Examines early literacy assessment tools and how to implement interventions for diverse learners. Investigates language development, children's literature, and classroom strategies for early literacy instruction. Note: Field experience required.

Effective classroom and behavior management skills to build individual responsibility and self-discipline, promote self-regulation, and maintain a positive learning environment. Research-based classroom and behavior management techniques, classroom community building, positive behavior supports, and individual interventions. Note: Field experience required.

EDUC 507U or EDUC 542U

Prepares students enrolled in the teacher preparation program for the required 15-week teaching internship. Guides students through the creation of the final portfolio. Helps students navigate the process of applying for an internship placement and completing background check applications necessary to practice in a K-12 classroom. Employs expert guest speakers to provide a review of critical aspects of K-12 general education. Allows students to practice and reflect upon their own delivery of instruction in mock-classroom situations.

This course focuses on academic writing, critical reading, and research. Throughout the semester, it will require students to write on a range of topics for a variety of purposes and audiences, emphasizing writing as a process. It will also introduce a broad array of texts that are intended to improve students' critical reading skills. Finally, it will include training in research and proper methods of documentation.

Satisfactory ACCUPLACER score or completion of ENGL 101U with a grade of 'C' or better.

More than three years after generative AI emerged in fall 2022, when questions about AI's impact on learning, teaching, and working were first raised, lots of those questions about AI remain in flux. This class explores these questions in order to gaining familiarity with major AI products and explore how they may help in school and at the workplace; learn to leverage AI's ability as co-pilot to craft better prose for different writing situations, produce graphics, transcribe audio, and more; explore some work from early in the AI Era (some of it bombastic, some quite predictive) as well as current work and scholarship; produce deliverables that students can take back to their workplaces (lesson plans, in-services, employee training materials); and teach the instructor and your peers! There are many new AI products now, many of which you may use and wish to share with us. The class will provide hands-on practice with AI. It will feature a lot of collaboration using Google Workspaces Documents as well; students will give presentations and demonstrations as we study this revolutionary technology together.

Course represents the summary experience for graduating seniors. The course includes a collection of case studies that allows the student to apply the knowledge obtained in previous HRM courses contained within the undergraduate curriculum.

Complete a minimum of 18 hours in the HRM curriculum to include HRM 343U before enrolling.

Every manager and HR professional will face numerous legal challenges to managing people in a workplace. In fact, employment-related litigation is one of the greatest financial risks facing any organization. This class will explore in a practical way the federal and state laws associated with hiring, firing and discipline, medical leave (including FMLA, ADA and worker's compensation), discrimination, harassment, immigration, labor law, unemployment compensation, religion in the workplace and state law torts including defamation and privacy. The course will also explore workplace investigations, workplace violence and employment-related legal processes, including EEOC Charges and lawsuits.

Provides a foundational understanding of the uses and value of data analytics. Data analysis and statistical methods that enable an organization to realize value and competitive advantage from the data available to it are introduced, demonstrated and practiced. Fundamental probability concepts that underpin informed use of the results of the presented data and statistical analysis methods are integrated into course materials and activities. Course activities emphasize practical aspects of data and analysis. Required mathematics competencies are presented and discussed in the context of the course.

Provides analysts and managers with the competencies necessary to conduct and manage offensive IT security, through actual use of techniques and tactics used to simulate hacker and threat agent activity. Use of these methodologies to ethically test the efficacy of enterprise security systems and controls is discussed. Penetration testing, adversarial threat simulation, social engineering and IT security assessment topics are explored in detail. Includes practical exercises culled from real world security assessments.

ISYS 302U

Course provides a foundational understanding of the uses and value of data analytics in the liberal arts environment and in personal affairs. Important data analysis and statistical methods that will help enable an organization to realize value from the data available to it are introduced, demonstrated and practiced. Fundamental probability concepts that underpin informed use of the results of the presented data and statistical analysis methods will be introduced and integrated into course materials and activities. Course materials and activities emphasize practical aspects of data and statistical analysis. A course paper will discuss uses of analytics in the liberal arts discipline.

MATH 265U Applied Statistics or equivalent recommended.

This course introduces students to statistical ideas and concepts with an emphasis on the methods and tools used most frequently in a liberal arts environment. The course takes a practical approach to collecting, organizing, summarizing, displaying, and analyzing data. Specifically, the course helps students understand basic concepts to interpret statistics reported by others in reports, journals, and in the media; develops logical, critical, and quantitative thinking skills; helps students appreciate statistics and its practicality in everyday life; and to analyze problems, identify pertinent information, use data, and select an appropriate method for solving problems.

MATH 265U Applied Statistics or equivalent recommended.

Introduction to the judicial system, including the federal and state courts and their jurisdiction and procedures. Introduction to the role of the paralegal in the practice of law and the management of law offices.

Survey of issues involved in the field through examination of major cases that have shaped the implementation of major federal environmental statutes since their passage beginning in the 1960s. Topics covered include the common law basis for environmental protection, constitutional and statutory authority to protect the environment, standing to bring environmental cases, the rules of judicial review, and substantive issues involving major environmental statutes and their implementing regulations. The cases are predominantly federal, but Virginia cases are used where appropriate.

Explores leadership within a global context weighing issues such as culture, laws, language, and other differences. This course provides practical insights into leadership in the global environment. Topics covered include an analysis of global leading across cultures in modern societies.

ENGL 201U

Research Methods introduces a range of research methodologies used in humanities and social science fields. Covers literary, cultural, and historical methods of inquiry along with empirical qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods. Addresses digital research and information literacy through reading, interpreting, and evaluating scholarship. Provides approaches to planning, implementing, and evaluating research. Also emphasizes writing skills, relevant computer technologies and library use.

Exploration and use of the tools of systematic inquiry to analyze social problems, design effective interventions, and develop successful funding proposals. Emphasizes skill development through applied projects. Links program design and evaluation to proposal writing as critical aspects of nonprofit management and development processes. Examines stakeholder engagement, leadership, decision making, strategic planning, and theories of change as key elements of effective programs and proposals.

NPS 501U

What does it mean to practice peace amid deep political and social division? In a time when democracy feels under pressure, from rising polarization and mistrust, this course explores how peacebuilding can begin with listening, conversation, and community. This course blends political analysis, historical insight, and concrete peacebuilding tools. The class draws from classic and contemporary voices, including Martin Luther King Jr., bell hooks, and Mahatma Gandhi, to explore traditions of nonviolence, healing justice, and moral courage. Weekly discussions will connect national and global current events to Richmond’s own history of inequality and possibility. Each session will integrate short, guided meditations and Circle Process dialogues as a way to reduce stress and foster mindful engagement. Students will be introduced to Nonviolent Communication (NVC), a framework for honest, empathetic dialogue across differences. This course is designed to encourage students from all political perspectives seeking practical ways to talk with each other, deepen self-awareness, and strengthen civic connection.

The Organizational Psychology class will allow students to gain a broad understanding of many areas critical to effective human resource management. Further, the graduate level course will allow an in-depth understanding of many social sciences grounded theories and practices as applied to the real world business setting. The course will help students when faced with real world decisions including: determining selection strategies and selecting valid tools, how to drive performance and development with a performance appraisal tool, how to assess needs and train for results, how to develop and select effective leaders, how to design teams and deal with conflict, how to impact morale through satisfaction and motivation strategies, and how to manage and cope with work-related stress. The ultimate intention of the course is to equip students with the knowledge and tools they will need to positively impact their organizations.