SOUTH DAKOTA BOARD OF REGENTS ACADEMIC AFFAIRS FORMS Institutional Curriculum Requests Institution: Northern State University Date: 10/16/2018 Institutional representatives should provide direct links to PDF documents for each of the curriculum requests represented below. All requests should be posted on the campus Curriculum and Instruction website one week prior to the Academic Affairs Council meeting where the curriculum request is being considered. New Unique Course Prefix & Number Course Title Approval CJUS/POLS 207 Introduction to Homeland Security PT CJUS/POLS 403 Counterterrorism and Cybersecurity Policy PT EDFN 445 Methods of Teaching English and Academic Content to English Learners PT EDFN 446 Curriculum and Instruction for New Language Acquisition PT Authority to Offer POLS 454 International Law and Organization PT POLS 455 International Human Rights PT Revised Course Requests MATH 341 Math Concepts for Teachers I PT MATH 413 Abstract Algebra PT PE 451 Test and Measurement PT Courses referenced above for approval have been reviewed by the Academic Affairs Council and the System Vice President for Academic Affairs and may be advanced forward for entry in Colleague. For those courses listed above that did not receive approval, additional clarification or justification will be necessary and should be re-routed through the curriculum review process on a separate “Institutional Curriculum Requests” form once all issues have been resolved. 10/16/2018 Signature: System Vice President for Academic Affairs Date
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SOUTH DAKOTA BOARD OF REGENTS ACADEMIC AFFAIRS FORMS
Institutional Curriculum Requests
Institution: Northern State University Date: 10/16/2018
Institutional representatives should provide direct links to PDF documents for each of the curriculum requests represented below. All requests should be posted on the campus Curriculum and Instruction website one week prior to the Academic Affairs Council meeting where the curriculum request is being considered.
New Unique Course Prefix & Number Course Title Approval CJUS/POLS 207 Introduction to Homeland Security PT CJUS/POLS 403 Counterterrorism and Cybersecurity Policy PT EDFN 445 Methods of Teaching English and Academic Content to
English Learners PT
EDFN 446 Curriculum and Instruction for New Language Acquisition PT Authority to Offer
POLS 454 International Law and Organization PT POLS 455 International Human Rights PT
Revised Course Requests MATH 341 Math Concepts for Teachers I PT MATH 413 Abstract Algebra PT PE 451 Test and Measurement PT
Courses referenced above for approval have been reviewed by the Academic Affairs Council and the System Vice President for Academic Affairs and may be advanced forward for entry in Colleague. For those courses listed above that did not receive approval, additional clarification or justification will be necessary and should be re-routed through the curriculum review process on a separate “Institutional Curriculum Requests” form once all issues have been resolved.
10/16/2018 Signature: System Vice President for Academic Affairs Date
Curriculum Forms, New Course Request (Last Revised 01/2017)
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SOUTH DAKOTA BOARD OF REGENTS
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS FORMS
New Course Request
Use this form to request a new common or unique course. Consult the system database through Colleague or the Course
Inventory Report for information about existing courses before submitting this form.
NSU Sociology
Institution Division/Department
3/23/2018
Institutional Approval Signature Date
Section 1. Course Title and Description If the course contains a lecture and laboratory component, identify both the lecture and laboratory
numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete description as you
wish it to appear in the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report including pre-
requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions.
Prefix and No. Course Title Credits
CJUS/POLS 207 Introduction to Homeland Security 3 NOTE: The Enrollment Services Center assigns the short, abbreviated course title that appears on transcripts. The short title
is limited to 30 characters (including spaces); meaningful but concise titles are encouraged due to space limitations in
Colleague.
Course Description
This course introduces students to the modern homeland security environment with a focus upon
policies and systems designed to prevent, respond to, and mitigate terrorist incidents. The role of
public administrative agencies is highlighted through critical investigation and assessment of how
governments and homeland security agencies respond to terrorism and other domestic threats. NOTE: Course descriptions are short, concise summaries that typically do not exceed 75 words. DO: Address the content
of the course and write descriptions using active verbs (e.g., explore, learn, develop, etc.). DO NOT: Repeat the title of the
course, layout the syllabus, use pronouns such as “we” and “you,” or rely on specialized jargon, vague phrases, or
clichés.
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites (add lines as needed)
Curriculum Forms, New Course Request (Last Revised 01/2017)
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Section 2. Review of Course
2.1. Was the course first offered as an experimental course (place an “X” in the appropriate box)?
☒ Yes (if yes, provide the course information below) ☒ No
2.2. Will this be a unique or common course (place an “X” in the appropriate box)? If the request is for a unique course, verify that you have reviewed the common course catalog via
Colleague and the system Course Inventory Report to determine if a comparable common course
already exists. List the two closest course matches in the common course catalog and provide a
brief narrative explaining why the proposed course differs from those listed. If a search of the
common course catalog determines an existing common course exists, complete the Authority to
Offer an Existing Course Form.
Prefix and
No.
Course Title Credits
POLS/CJUS
442
National Security Policy 3
POLS 342 Revolution and Revolt 3
Provide explanation of differences between proposed course and existing system catalog courses
below:
POLS/CJUS 442, National Security Policy, examines general security policy in the US. With a
discussion of international security, foreign policy, and homeland security, it is much broader
than the proposed Introduction to Homeland Security course. POLS/CJUS 207 will focus
exclusively on homeland security by tracing the evolution of diverse threats and governmental
responses since the founding of our republic. The organization and bureaucratic merit of the
Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) integration of federal, state, local, and tribal
governmental entities into its all-hazards emergency management structure is the primary focus.
POLS 342, Revolution and Revolt, explores the theory and history of revolutions and revolts
from 1776 to the 21st century. POLS/CJUS 207 will address domestic terrorism as one of the
main concerns in the Homeland Security structure. Terrorism is tactical use of violence for
political purposes so there is potential for some limited topical overlap. POLS 342, however, is
focused on the theory for such violence and does not address the DHS all-hazards emergency
management architecture which encompasses both natural and manmade disasters.
☐ Common Course Indicate universities that are proposing this common course:
Curriculum Forms, New Course Request (Last Revised 01/2017)
Page 1 of 4
SOUTH DAKOTA BOARD OF REGENTS
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS FORMS
New Course Request
Use this form to request a new common or unique course. Consult the system database through Colleague or the Course
Inventory Report for information about existing courses before submitting this form.
NSU Sociology
Institution Division/Department 3/23/2018
Institutional Approval Signature Date
Section 1. Course Title and Description If the course contains a lecture and laboratory component, identify both the lecture and laboratory
numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete description as you
wish it to appear in the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report including pre-
requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions.
Prefix and No. Course Title Credits
CJUS/POLS
403
Counterterrorism and Cybersecurity Policy 3
NOTE: The Enrollment Services Center assigns the short, abbreviated course title that appears on transcripts. The short title
is limited to 30 characters (including spaces); meaningful but concise titles are encouraged due to space limitations in
Colleague.
Course Description
This course presents students with a broad perspective of the modern terrorism and cyber threats.
An exploration of the scope and nature of the cybersecurity threat, common vulnerabilities, and
consequences of security failures provides the contextual information necessary to understand
relevant law and policy. An examination of terrorist motivations, justifications, and methods
enables objective assessment of counterterrorism law and policy. NOTE: Course descriptions are short, concise summaries that typically do not exceed 75 words. DO: Address the content
of the course and write descriptions using active verbs (e.g., explore, learn, develop, etc.). DO NOT: Repeat the title of the
course, layout the syllabus, use pronouns such as “we” and “you,” or rely on specialized jargon, vague phrases, or
clichés.
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites (add lines as needed)
Curriculum Forms, New Course Request (Last Revised 01/2017)
Page 2 of 4
Section 2. Review of Course
2.1. Was the course first offered as an experimental course (place an “X” in the appropriate box)?
☒ Yes (if yes, provide the course information below) ☒ No
2.2. Will this be a unique or common course (place an “X” in the appropriate box)? If the request is for a unique course, verify that you have reviewed the common course catalog via
Colleague and the system Course Inventory Report to determine if a comparable common course
already exists. List the two closest course matches in the common course catalog and provide a
brief narrative explaining why the proposed course differs from those listed. If a search of the
common course catalog determines an existing common course exists, complete the Authority to
Offer an Existing Course Form.
Prefix and
No.
Course Title Credits
POLS/CJUS
442
National Security Policy 3
POLS 342 Revolution and Revolt 3
POLS 253 Current World Problems 3
Provide explanation of differences between proposed course and existing system catalog courses
below:
POLS/CJUS 442, National Security Policy, examines general security policy in the US. With a
discussion of international security, foreign policy, and homeland security, it is much broader
than the proposed Counterterrorism and Cybersecurity course. POLS/CJUS 403 will be focused
exclusively on terrorism and cybersecurity as the two greatest threats to our nation which enables
a deeper academic exploration of these topics and the national/international response.
POLS 342, Revolution and Revolt, explores the theory and history of revolutions and revolts
from 1776 to the 21st century. Terrorism is tactical use of violence for political purposes so
there is potential for some overlap in that regard. POLS 342, however, is focused on the history
and theory for such violence and does not address the ongoing law enforcement and national
defense threat posed by terrorism and cybersecurity issues. In contrast, POLS/CJUS 403 will
explore the unique aspects of the terrorism and cybersecurity threats and the government’s
practical and policy approach to minimize such threats particularly in the law enforcement,
intelligence gathering, and defense context.
POLS 253, Current World Problems, examines several (unnamed) current world problems with
a focus on creating world order. The news demonstrates that terrorism and cybersecurity are
arguably the greatest threats to the UN Charter-based world order so they are probably among
the multiple subjects discussed. As previously stated, POLS/CJUS 403 will involve an
exploration of not just the essence of the threats, but the merits of the government’s approach to
Curriculum Forms, New Course Request (Last Revised 01/2017)
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Section 2. Review of Course
2.1. Was the course first offered as an experimental course (place an “X” in the appropriate
box)?
☐ Yes (if yes, provide the course information below) ☒ No
2.2. Will this be a unique or common course (place an “X” in the appropriate box)? If the request is for a unique course, verify that you have reviewed the common course catalog
via Colleague and the system Course Inventory Report to determine if a comparable common
course already exists. List the two closest course matches in the common course catalog and
provide a brief narrative explaining why the proposed course differs from those listed. If a
search of the common course catalog determines an existing common course exists, complete
the Authority to Offer an Existing Course Form.
Prefix & No. Course Title Credits
EDFN 463 Methods of Teaching English as a Second Language 3
Provide explanation of differences between proposed course and existing system catalog courses
below:
The proposed NSU course differs in that it addresses teaching English Learners language skills
as well as content as opposed to simply teaching English as a second language. Participants in
this course will gain proficiencies for teaching content to English Learners in the classroom as
well as skills for teaching in an ESL classroom. Participants in this course would also gain
insight into standardized assessment measures for students as well as program assessment
criteria.
The main difference between this course and those at SDSU and USD will be that NSU will
be require all students in our teacher education program to take the course as a part of their
program of study. It is designed to cover content applicable for the general classroom
teacher, as well as a teacher working only with ENL students. The USD and SDSU courses
are designed for those only working in an ENL classroom.
☐ Common Course Indicate universities that are proposing this common course:
☐ BHSU ☐ DSU ☐ NSU ☐ SDSMT ☐ SDSU ☐ USD
Section 3. Other Course Information
3.1. Are there instructional staffing impacts?
☐ No. Replacement of
(course prefix, course number, name of course, credits)
*Attach course deletion form
Effective date of deletion: Click here to enter a date.
Curriculum Forms, New Course Request (Last Revised 01/2017)
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SOUTH DAKOTA BOARD OF REGENTS
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS FORMS
New Course Request
Use this form to request a new common or unique course. Consult the system database through Colleague or the Course
Inventory Report for information about existing courses before submitting this form.
NSU School of Education/Teacher Education
Institution Division/Department 3/23/2018
Institutional Approval Signature Date
Section 1. Course Title and Description If the course contains a lecture and laboratory component, identify both the lecture and laboratory
numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete description as
you wish it to appear in the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report including
pre-requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions.
Prefix & No. Course Title Credits
EDFN 446 Curriculum and Instruction for New Language Acquisition 3 NOTE: The Enrollment Services Center assigns the short, abbreviated course title that appears on transcripts. The short
title is limited to 30 characters (including spaces); meaningful but concise titles are encouraged due to space limitations
in Colleague.
Course Description
This course is a linguistic exploration into second language acquisition. Emphasis will be on the
stages of language development, styles of communication, public and private voices of language,
and acculturation. Students will examine theories, processes, and policy with implication for
designing curriculum and instruction for all English Learners. Includes an embedded practicum
of 15 hours to be spent in an EL classroom observing under the supervision of an EL endorsed
instructor. NOTE: Course descriptions are short, concise summaries that typically do not exceed 75 words. DO: Address the
content of the course and write descriptions using active verbs (e.g., explore, learn, develop, etc.). DO NOT: Repeat
the title of the course, layout the syllabus, use pronouns such as “we” and “you,” or rely on specialized jargon, vague
phrases, or clichés.
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites (add lines as needed)
Curriculum Forms, New Course Request (Last Revised 01/2017)
Page 2 of 3
Section 2. Review of Course
2.1. Was the course first offered as an experimental course (place an “X” in the appropriate
box)?
☐ Yes (if yes, provide the course information below) ☒ No
2.2. Will this be a unique or common course (place an “X” in the appropriate box)? If the request is for a unique course, verify that you have reviewed the common course catalog
via Colleague and the system Course Inventory Report to determine if a comparable common
course already exists. List the two closest course matches in the common course catalog and
provide a brief narrative explaining why the proposed course differs from those listed. If a
search of the common course catalog determines an existing common course exists, complete
the Authority to Offer an Existing Course Form.
Prefix & No. Course Title Credits
EDFN 460 Applied Linguistics for Teaching English as a 2nd Language 3
Provide explanation of differences between proposed course and existing system catalog courses
below:
The proposed NSU course differs in that it infuses the study of language and structure into the
design of curriculum and instruction. Students will develop expertise in recognizing the stages
of English Learners’ language development within the context of the second language. Also in
this unique course students will gain perspective in an EL classroom observing under the
supervision of an EL endorsed instructor.
☐ Common Course Indicate universities that are proposing this common course:
☐ BHSU ☐ DSU ☐ NSU ☐ SDSMT ☐ SDSU ☐ USD
Section 3. Other Course Information
3.1. Are there instructional staffing impacts?
☐ No. Replacement of
(course prefix, course number, name of course, credits)
*Attach course deletion form
Effective date of deletion: Click here to enter a date.
Also, what are your thoughts on requiring Math 341 as a definite pre-req for 342? Most students do fine if they take
342 first, but there are some who struggle because of some basic concepts covered in 341 that they have not been
exposed to. As of now, all institutions have Math 341 or another math course listed as a pre-req.
Thank you! Jodie Ramsay
Section 1. Existing Course Title and Description If changing from a course that previously had only a lecture or laboratory component to a composite
course, identify both the course and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated
with each. Provide the complete description as it appears in the system database in Colleague and
the Course Inventory Report including pre-requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions.
Prefix & No. Course Title Credits
MATH 341 Math Concepts for Teachers I 3
Course Description An introduction to sets, numeration systems, arithmetic operations/algorithms, problem solving, and other topics. This course does not satisfy the mathematics general education requirement nor any mathematics area requirements other than those for a degree in elementary education.
Section 2. Modification(s) Requested Check all revisions that apply and provide detailed information in the Current and New fields below.
If changing a course that previously had only a lecture or laboratory component to a composite
course, identify both the course and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated
with each.
2.1. This modification will include (place an “X” in the box for all that apply):
Current New
☐ Prefix change from to
Indicate any university for which this must be added as new prefix:
☐ BHSU ☐ DSU ☐ NSU ☐ SDSMT ☐ SDSU ☐ USD
☐ Course Number change from to
☐ Course Title change from to
☐ Credit Hours change from to
☒ Pre-Requisites MATH 102, 115,
120, 121, 123,
125, or 281
to MATH 102, 103,
115, 120, 121,
123, 125 or 281
Note: University specific pre-requisites are inconsistent with the system common course guidelines