ABED Course Decription

Administrative Systems & Business Education Courses (ABED)

ABED 3100 Managerial Reporting

Prerequisites: ENGL 1101 and Area B1 course.
A study of written and oral business communication to develop process
and theory skills including writing, speaking, listening, business meetings,
teamwork, presentations, and cross-cultural communication. Students write
standard business letters and deliver oral and written presentations and
reports. Management concepts of business ethics and problem analysis are
integrated with communication process and theory.

ABED 3104 Document Processing

A study of word processing concepts and document design using microcomputers. Application projects are an integral part of this course. An ability to keyboard correctly is required for enrollment.

ABED 3106 Desktop Publishing

A study of the principles, skills, and concepts of desktop publishing and web page design. Application projects are an integral part of this course.

ABED 3160 Advanced Keyboarding

Prerequisite: Entry-level keyboarding
The enhancement of keyboarding and language arts skills and the use of computer software to create, edit, and proofread personal and offi ce and documents.

ABED 4117 Technology Support Systems

This course builds upon the students’ basic computer skills to train the students how to effectively integrate instructional technology into teaching practices. Training focuses on fi ve areas of instructional profi ciency: (1) Georgia’s Performance Standards for curriculum; (2) integration of modern and emerging technologies into instructional practice; (3) management of classroom computer labs and 21st century learning environments; (4) new designs for teaching and learning; and (5) enhanced pedagogical practices.

ABED 4118 Web Page Design

The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to Web design. Students will learn concepts related to planning and developing web sites by studying Web usability, multimedia, and Web 2.0 applications for business and education web sites.

ABED 4181 Independent Study

Prerequisite: Approval of Director of Business Education and Department Chair
Each professor will be responsible for specifi c course content, assignments, and course requirements based on the description of the course.

ABED 4182 Technology Support Project

A capstone course designed to provide students with an opportunity to apply skills and knowledge acquired in the Technology Support Systems major. This course requires the completion of an independent project, working with a business, industry, or government agency.

ABED 4186 Business Internship

Prerequisite: Must be junior or senior with 2.5 GPA

Students participate in a practical business internship experience with a commercial fi rm or organization. With the professor, the student will develop a written, comprehensive plan and agreement specifying course goals, objectives, activities, evaluation evidence and measurement.

ABED 4507 Curriculum in Teaching Business Subjects

Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and GACE I, Praxis I, or exemption scores)
Students examine planned educational experiences which can take place in schools. The following questions are used for study of the business curriculum: What educational goals should be accomplished? How should lesson plans be structured to accomplish educational goals? How can learning experiences be organized for effective instruction? What are methods to effectively evaluate learning experiences? Field experience and professional activities are required.

ABED 4537 Methods of Teaching Business Subjects
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and GACE I, Praxis I, or exemption scores)
A study of learning principles, methods, strategies, and knowledge related to teaching business subjects. Students create and demonstrate well-planned, content-based lessons and educational experiences demonstrating planned, patterned behaviors as defi nite steps to infl uence learning. An analysis of
research-based instruction is examined. Field experience and professional activities are required.

ABED 4586 Teaching Internship

Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and GACE I, Praxis I, or exemption scores)
Students will teach for one semester in the public schools under the supervision of an experienced, qualifi ed classroom teacher and a university supervisor. The internship will be conducted on the grade level and in the fi eld required for certifi cation. Students will participate in scheduled seminars that are an integral part of the course..

ABED 4587 Internship I

Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and GACE I, Praxis I, or exemption scores) and College of Education Field Experience required documentation.
Course is to be taken the fi rst semester of student teaching for a student with a provisional license. Students will teach in the public schools under the supervision of an experienced, qualifi ed classroom teacher and a university supervisor. The internship will be conducted on the grade level and in the field for certifi cation. Students will participate in scheduled seminars that are an integral part of the course.

ABED 4588 Internship II
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and GACE I, Praxis I, or exemption scores) and College of Education Field Experience required documentation.
Course is to be taken the second semester of student teaching for a student with a provisional license. Students will teach in the public schools under the supervision of an experienced, qualifi ed classroom teacher and a university supervisor. The internship will be conducted on the grade level and in the field for certifi cation. Students will participate in scheduled seminars that are an intergral part of the course.

ABED 4589 Teaching Seminar

Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and GACE I, Praxis I, or exemption scores)
A seminar to engage interns in a critical refl ection of issues, topics, materials, and skills appropriate to their professional development and teaching experience during the internship. This course must be taken concurrently with the teaching internship. Students will participate in scheduled seminars that are an integral part of the course.

ABED 6100 Advanced Business Communication
A study of intrapersonal, interpersonal and cultural communications found in the corporate structure and the effect a global community has had upon corporate communications.

ABED 6106 Evaluation & Testing in Business Education
Evaluation methods, tests and measurements in Business Education.

ABED 6107 Instructional Strategies for Technology
A study of issues, methodologies, applications, and current research in business technology courses. Students will learn an object-oriented language for business teachers and the layout and design concepts related to the development of Web pages, with special emphasis on instructional strategies designed to improve the quality of instruction.

ABED 6114 Instructional Strategies for Computer Programing
An overview of object-oriented languages for business teachers with special emphasis on instructional strategies designed to improve the quality of instruction.

ABED 6118 Instructional Strategies for Web Page Design
Prerequisite: Familiarity with Windows 98 or 2000 operating systems
In this course, students will learn the basics of designing and creating Web pages and will publish them on the Internet. Activities will include layout and design techniques such as graphics animation, URL links, graphic images, e-mail links, backgrounds and textures, font manipulation, and other formatting
techniques. Students will discuss techniques for evaluating Web page design in a classroom environment.

ABED 6120 Administrative Support Systems
An integration of management concepts, including information processing, office systems technologies, and administrative support systems. Emphasis is placed on administrative support systems management as it applies to supervision and computer technologies.

ABED 6128 Instructional Strategies for Basic Business
A study of the issues, trends, methodologies, and current research in teaching basic business subjects.

ABED 6129 Instructional Strategies for Accounting
Research, methods, principles, and practices in accounting with emphasis on computerized accounting applications.

ABED 6130 History & Administration of Vocational Education Programs
This course presents a historical perspective of vocational education. Curricular issues are addressed, including cultural diversity, school-to-work transition, business ethics, and international business. Students study current issues and research in vocational education as it pertains to apprenticeship programs.

ABED 6146 Supervision & Leadership in Business Education
A study of the meanings and functions of administration, supervision, and leadership in business education. This course will provide the student with an opportunity to gain an understanding of administrative processes and educational leadership roles.

ABED 6150 Professional Writing in Business
A study of professional writing techniques used for publishing refereed journal articles, proposals, and speeches.

ABED 6160 Instructional Strategies for Keyboarding
A study of the trends, methods, software selection, and current research in keyboarding. Emphasis will be placed on curriculum development and hardware/software selection.

ABED 6181 Independent Study
Prerequisite: Consent of major professor.
Preparation of an independent project under the direction of the major professor.

ABED 6182 Research Techniques in Business Education
A broad-based approach on investigating research topics and techniques and designing research studies in Business Education. Research activities are included and result in a presentation and a research paper. This course is for Ed.S. seeking students only.

ABED 6183 Introduction to Research in Business Education
Methods and techniques of research applied to the field of business education.

ABED 6186   Business Internship
Students will gain practical administrative support internship experience with a business organization. Students will be given a written agreement specifying course credit hours and grading system to be used.

ABED 6187 Practicum in Business Education
Supervision in an instructional setting of matters of concern to the business teacher, such as content and methodology problems. Supervision will be maintained by a member of the business education graduate faculty.

ABED 6507   Curriculum in Teaching Business Subjects
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and Praxis I scores)
Students will gain skills in making curricular decisions that are involved with designing, implementing, and evaluating instruction. Course content will focus on both skills and non-skills areas in business education. Field experience will be incorporated into this course. Prior application for field placement is required.

ABED 6537 Methods of Teaching Business Subjects
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and Praxis I scores)
A comprehensive treatment of basic methods, strategies, and knowledge that relate to the teaching of business education. Emphasis is placed on student teacher field-based experience and seminar instructions. Field experience is incorporated into this course. Prior application for field placement is required.

ABED 6586 Teaching Internship
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and Praxis I scores)
Students will teach for one semester in the public schools under the supervision of both an experienced, qualified classroom teacher and a university supervisor. Students cannot be teaching on a provisional license. The internship will be conducted on the level required for certification. Students will participate in scheduled seminars that are an integral part of the course. Prior application for field placement is required.

ABED 6587 Teaching Internship I
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and Praxis I scores)
Course to be taken the first semester of student teaching while a student is teaching on a provisional license. Students will teach in the public schools under the supervision of both an experienced, qualified local mentor teacher under the supervision of both a university supervisor. The internship will be conducted on the level required for certification. Students will participate in seminars that are an integral part of the course. Prior application for field placement is required.

ABED 6588 Teaching Internship II
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and Praxis I scores)
Course to be taken the first semester of student teaching while a student is teaching on a provisional license. Students will teach in the public schools under the supervision of both an experienced, qualified local mentor teacher and a university supervisor. The internship will be conducted on the level required for certification. Students will participate in seminars that are an integral part of the course. Prior application for field placement is required.

ABED 8183 Research Design in Business Education
Prerequisite: ABED 6182
Advanced methods and techniques of parametric and non-parametric research applied to Business Education. The course builds on the research topics and techniques developed in the prerequisite course. Students must receive a grade of no lower than "B" on the research paper to satisfy graduation requirements.

ABED 8199 Research Project
Prerequisite: Consent of Director of Business Education.


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For Students **JavaScript based drop down DHTML menu generated by NavStudio. (OpenCube Inc. - http://www.opencube.com) For Faculty JavaScript based drop down DHTML menu generated by NavStudio. (OpenCube Inc. - http://www.opencube.com)**	Administrative Systems & Business Education Courses (ABED) ABED 3100 Managerial Reporting Prerequisites: ENGL 1101 and Area B1 course. A study of written and oral business communication to develop process and theory skills including writing, speaking, listening, business meetings, teamwork, presentations, and cross-cultural communication. Students write standard business letters and deliver oral and written presentations and reports. Management concepts of business ethics and problem analysis are integrated with communication process and theory. ABED 3104 Document Processing A study of word processing concepts and document design using microcomputers. Application projects are an integral part of this course. An ability to keyboard correctly is required for enrollment. ABED 3106 Desktop Publishing A study of the principles, skills, and concepts of desktop publishing and web page design. Application projects are an integral part of this course. ABED 3160 Advanced Keyboarding Prerequisite: Entry-level keyboarding The enhancement of keyboarding and language arts skills and the use of computer software to create, edit, and proofread personal and offi ce and documents. ABED 4117 Technology Support Systems This course builds upon the students’ basic computer skills to train the students how to effectively integrate instructional technology into teaching practices. Training focuses on fi ve areas of instructional profi ciency: (1) Georgia’s Performance Standards for curriculum; (2) integration of modern and emerging technologies into instructional practice; (3) management of classroom computer labs and 21st century learning environments; (4) new designs for teaching and learning; and (5) enhanced pedagogical practices. ABED 4118 Web Page Design The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to Web design. Students will learn concepts related to planning and developing web sites by studying Web usability, multimedia, and Web 2.0 applications for business and education web sites. ABED 4181 Independent Study Prerequisite: Approval of Director of Business Education and Department Chair Each professor will be responsible for specifi c course content, assignments, and course requirements based on the description of the course. ABED 4182 Technology Support Project A capstone course designed to provide students with an opportunity to apply skills and knowledge acquired in the Technology Support Systems major. This course requires the completion of an independent project, working with a business, industry, or government agency. ABED 4186 Business Internship Prerequisite: Must be junior or senior with 2.5 GPA Students participate in a practical business internship experience with a commercial fi rm or organization. With the professor, the student will develop a written, comprehensive plan and agreement specifying course goals, objectives, activities, evaluation evidence and measurement. ABED 4507 Curriculum in Teaching Business Subjects Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and GACE I, Praxis I, or exemption scores) Students examine planned educational experiences which can take place in schools. The following questions are used for study of the business curriculum: What educational goals should be accomplished? How should lesson plans be structured to accomplish educational goals? How can learning experiences be organized for effective instruction? What are methods to effectively evaluate learning experiences? Field experience and professional activities are required. ABED 4537 Methods of Teaching Business Subjects Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and GACE I, Praxis I, or exemption scores) A study of learning principles, methods, strategies, and knowledge related to teaching business subjects. Students create and demonstrate well-planned, content-based lessons and educational experiences demonstrating planned, patterned behaviors as defi nite steps to infl uence learning. An analysis of research-based instruction is examined. Field experience and professional activities are required. ABED 4586 Teaching Internship Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and GACE I, Praxis I, or exemption scores) Students will teach for one semester in the public schools under the supervision of an experienced, qualifi ed classroom teacher and a university supervisor. The internship will be conducted on the grade level and in the fi eld required for certifi cation. Students will participate in scheduled seminars that are an integral part of the course.. ABED 4587 Internship I Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and GACE I, Praxis I, or exemption scores) and College of Education Field Experience required documentation. Course is to be taken the fi rst semester of student teaching for a student with a provisional license. Students will teach in the public schools under the supervision of an experienced, qualifi ed classroom teacher and a university supervisor. The internship will be conducted on the grade level and in the field for certifi cation. Students will participate in scheduled seminars that are an integral part of the course. ABED 4588 Internship II Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and GACE I, Praxis I, or exemption scores) and College of Education Field Experience required documentation. Course is to be taken the second semester of student teaching for a student with a provisional license. Students will teach in the public schools under the supervision of an experienced, qualifi ed classroom teacher and a university supervisor. The internship will be conducted on the grade level and in the field for certifi cation. Students will participate in scheduled seminars that are an intergral part of the course. ABED 4589 Teaching Seminar Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and GACE I, Praxis I, or exemption scores) A seminar to engage interns in a critical refl ection of issues, topics, materials, and skills appropriate to their professional development and teaching experience during the internship. This course must be taken concurrently with the teaching internship. Students will participate in scheduled seminars that are an integral part of the course. ABED 6100 Advanced Business Communication A study of intrapersonal, interpersonal and cultural communications found in the corporate structure and the effect a global community has had upon corporate communications. ABED 6106 Evaluation & Testing in Business Education Evaluation methods, tests and measurements in Business Education. ABED 6107 Instructional Strategies for Technology A study of issues, methodologies, applications, and current research in business technology courses. Students will learn an object-oriented language for business teachers and the layout and design concepts related to the development of Web pages, with special emphasis on instructional strategies designed to improve the quality of instruction. ABED 6114 Instructional Strategies for Computer Programing An overview of object-oriented languages for business teachers with special emphasis on instructional strategies designed to improve the quality of instruction. ABED 6118 Instructional Strategies for Web Page Design Prerequisite: Familiarity with Windows 98 or 2000 operating systems In this course, students will learn the basics of designing and creating Web pages and will publish them on the Internet. Activities will include layout and design techniques such as graphics animation, URL links, graphic images, e-mail links, backgrounds and textures, font manipulation, and other formatting techniques. Students will discuss techniques for evaluating Web page design in a classroom environment. ABED 6120 Administrative Support Systems An integration of management concepts, including information processing, office systems technologies, and administrative support systems. Emphasis is placed on administrative support systems management as it applies to supervision and computer technologies. ABED 6128 Instructional Strategies for Basic Business A study of the issues, trends, methodologies, and current research in teaching basic business subjects. ABED 6129 Instructional Strategies for Accounting Research, methods, principles, and practices in accounting with emphasis on computerized accounting applications. ABED 6130 History & Administration of Vocational Education Programs This course presents a historical perspective of vocational education. Curricular issues are addressed, including cultural diversity, school-to-work transition, business ethics, and international business. Students study current issues and research in vocational education as it pertains to apprenticeship programs. ABED 6146 Supervision & Leadership in Business Education A study of the meanings and functions of administration, supervision, and leadership in business education. This course will provide the student with an opportunity to gain an understanding of administrative processes and educational leadership roles. ABED 6150 Professional Writing in Business A study of professional writing techniques used for publishing refereed journal articles, proposals, and speeches. ABED 6160 Instructional Strategies for Keyboarding A study of the trends, methods, software selection, and current research in keyboarding. Emphasis will be placed on curriculum development and hardware/software selection. ABED 6181 Independent Study Prerequisite: Consent of major professor. Preparation of an independent project under the direction of the major professor. ABED 6182 Research Techniques in Business Education A broad-based approach on investigating research topics and techniques and designing research studies in Business Education. Research activities are included and result in a presentation and a research paper. This course is for Ed.S. seeking students only. ABED 6183 Introduction to Research in Business Education Methods and techniques of research applied to the field of business education. ABED 6186 Business Internship Students will gain practical administrative support internship experience with a business organization. Students will be given a written agreement specifying course credit hours and grading system to be used. ABED 6187 Practicum in Business Education Supervision in an instructional setting of matters of concern to the business teacher, such as content and methodology problems. Supervision will be maintained by a member of the business education graduate faculty. ABED 6507 Curriculum in Teaching Business Subjects Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and Praxis I scores) Students will gain skills in making curricular decisions that are involved with designing, implementing, and evaluating instruction. Course content will focus on both skills and non-skills areas in business education. Field experience will be incorporated into this course. Prior application for field placement is required. ABED 6537 Methods of Teaching Business Subjects Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and Praxis I scores) A comprehensive treatment of basic methods, strategies, and knowledge that relate to the teaching of business education. Emphasis is placed on student teacher field-based experience and seminar instructions. Field experience is incorporated into this course. Prior application for field placement is required. ABED 6586 Teaching Internship Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and Praxis I scores) Students will teach for one semester in the public schools under the supervision of both an experienced, qualified classroom teacher and a university supervisor. Students cannot be teaching on a provisional license. The internship will be conducted on the level required for certification. Students will participate in scheduled seminars that are an integral part of the course. Prior application for field placement is required. ABED 6587 Teaching Internship I Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and Praxis I scores) Course to be taken the first semester of student teaching while a student is teaching on a provisional license. Students will teach in the public schools under the supervision of both an experienced, qualified local mentor teacher under the supervision of both a university supervisor. The internship will be conducted on the level required for certification. Students will participate in seminars that are an integral part of the course. Prior application for field placement is required. ABED 6588 Teaching Internship II Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education (2.7 GPA and Praxis I scores) Course to be taken the first semester of student teaching while a student is teaching on a provisional license. Students will teach in the public schools under the supervision of both an experienced, qualified local mentor teacher and a university supervisor. The internship will be conducted on the level required for certification. Students will participate in seminars that are an integral part of the course. Prior application for field placement is required. ABED 8183 Research Design in Business Education Prerequisite: ABED 6182 Advanced methods and techniques of parametric and non-parametric research applied to Business Education. The course builds on the research topics and techniques developed in the prerequisite course. Students must receive a grade of no lower than "B" on the research paper to satisfy graduation requirements. ABED 8199 Research Project Prerequisite: Consent of Director of Business Education.

































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