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Courses for Educators

Keene State College, part of Keene since 1909, offers high-caliber state and nationally accredited professional educator development programs at preservice and in-service levels.

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Educator Professional Development Workshops

Distance Learning Graduate Classes

Our graduate level, credit-based distance learning courses give you the opportunity to advance in your career while setting your own schedule. For a complete list, visit http://www.virtualeduc.com/ksc/. 

Online Courses

Convenient, affordable, and effective, Keene State’s instructor-facilitated noncredit online courses are highly interactive. With more than 360 ed2go courses in 29 different areas of study, you have hundreds of engaging online courses from which to choose. Hallmarks are patient, caring instructors; lively discussions with fellow students; and practical information you can put to immediate use. Most courses are $99 each. For details on these and all other courses, check www.ed2go.com/keene.

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Chemical Dependency

Addiction and Compulsive Behaviors

The analysis of drug use, abuse, dependence, and other compulsive behaviors through theoretical perspectives and models, including the Public Health model, family systems, and sociocultural and psychological perspectives. Drug research and evidence-based practices are examined. Prerequisites: Health Science majors or Substance Abuse/Addictions minors only, junior standing or above, or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

  • HLSC-380-01C MTWRFS, 9:00AM‑5:30PM. JOSL108. Instructor: Margaret A Smith (Summer 2013)

Addiction and Compulsive Behaviors

The analysis of drug use, abuse, dependence, and other compulsive behaviors through theoretical perspectives and models, including the Public Health model, family systems, and sociocultural and psychological perspectives. Drug research and evidence-based practices are examined. Prerequisites: Health Science majors or Substance Abuse/Addictions minors only, junior standing or above, or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

  • HLSC-380-01C W, 6:00PM‑9:45PM. JOSL302. Instructor: Justin P McCarthy (Spring 2013)
  • HLSC-380-02C TR, 12:00PM‑1:45PM. JOSL303. Instructor: John P Finneran (Spring 2013)

Alcohol and Other Drugs: The Fundamentals

An introduction to alcohol and other drugs and their biophysical effects across the lifespan. Topics include the history and classification of drugs; the physical, cognitive, emotional, and societal impact of psychoactive substances; levels of use; poly substance abuse; and addiction liability. Prerequisites: Health Science majors, Substance Abuse/Addictions minors, or Criminal Justice minors, or by permission only. Fall, Spring.

  • HLSC-200-01C MW, 10:00AM‑11:45AM. JOSL303. Instructor: John P Finneran (Spring 2013)
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Classroom Enrichment

Curriculum for A Diverse World

An introduction to the scope and sequence of secondary education curricula. Development of an interdisciplinary unit based on state and national standards. Course will focus on adolescent development, differentiated instruction, and assessment strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners. Prerequisite: EDUC 100. Fall, Spring.
  • EDUC-231-01C TR, 8:00AM‑11:55AM. RHODN118. Instructor: John P Sturtz (Summer 2013)
  • EDUC-231-01C T, 4:00PM‑7:30PM. MORR208. Instructor: Elizabeth A Hansel (Spring 2013)

ADHD for Educators

This course is designed to present current theory and research & about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder for education & professionals. Information for teachers about the & & neurobiological nature of the disorder is important for & & understanding and providing accommodations for students with & & AD/HD. The related theory of Executive Function is also an & & important feature of this course. The research and work of & & Russell Barkley and Mel Levine are presented. meets 4/5 and 4/6 & & INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION IS NOT REQUIRED - PLEASE REGISTER THROUGH & THE CONTINUING EDUCATION OFFICE
  • EDUC-595-W1C FS, 5:00PM‑9:30PM (F), 8:30AM‑6:00PM (S). RHODN120. Instructor: Celia M Slason (Spring 2013)
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Coaching

Introduction to Coaching

Course is designed as an introduction to coaching. Topics covered include developing a personal coaching philosophy, planning for coaching, conditioning for sport participation, effective teaching of sport skills, sport psychology, legal responsibilities, and nutrition for competition. Spring.
  • PE-210-01C T, 4:00PM‑6:45PM. SGYM132. Instructor: Donna M Smyth (Spring 2013)
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Communication

Public Speaking

Through experience in a variety of speaking situations, students gain self-confidence in the organization of thought and self-expression. Fall, Spring.
  • IHCOMM-171-03C MTWR, 10:00AM‑11:55AM. MEDI158. Instructor: Holly R Falzo (Summer 2013)
  • IHCOMM-171-01C MW, 6:00PM‑10:00PM. SCIC154. Instructor: Holly R Falzo (Summer 2013)
  • IHCOMM-171-02C MTWR, 10:00AM‑11:55AM. MEDI158. Instructor: Michael McCarthy (Summer 2013)
  • IHCOMM-171-13C MW, 10:00AM‑11:45AM. HUNR002. Instructor: Deborah I Doubleday (Spring 2013)
  • IHCOMM-171-02C MW, 6:00PM‑7:45PM. MEDI158. Instructor: Holly R Falzo (Spring 2013)
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Computer Science

Introduction to Computer Information Processing

An introductory course in the academic use of computers. Includes Internet, e-mail, the Information Highway, information resources, components for student computer systems, the campus computing environment, computer operation fundamentals, computer ethics and the law, and selective software applications. Fall, Spring, Summer.

  • CS-101-03C TR, 4:00PM‑5:45PM. SCIC161. Instructor: Sandra Jayne Corrieri (Spring 2013)
  • CS-101-04C TR, 6:00PM‑7:45PM. SCIC161. Instructor: Ronda M Thompson (Spring 2013)
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Financial Planning

Financial Management

Online with optional meetings with professor by appointment.
  • MGT-319-01C TBA, TBA. . Instructor: Elizabeth Hawes Brown (Summer 2013)
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Geography

Geospatial Technology for K-12

Exploration of geospatial technologies such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and Remote Sensing and their applications in the K-12 classroom. Emphasis is on geospatial technology skills and its associated K-12 pedagogy. This course is only recommended as one of the required skills courses for teacher certification candidates. Prerequisite: One course in Geography. Spring.
  • GEOG-321-01C MW, 2:00PM‑3:45PM. SCIC264. Instructor: Lara M.P. Bryant (Spring 2013)
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Language and Culture

Conversational Italian I

This course is designed to develop basic oral communication & skills in Italian for real-world situations such as: greetings, & ordering in a restaurant, giving and receiving directions. & Emphasis is on the spoken idiom, while the student will gain the & ability to understand simple written texts: street signs, menus, & train schedules, etc. This course is ideal for travelers. & Communication skills will be developed through a variety of & interactive activities. The course will also develop a basic & understanding of contemporary Italian culture through the use of & various media, to include film and the Internet.
  • ML-191-C01C TR, 6:00PM‑7:45PM. HUNR010. Instructor: Sharon M Strasser (Spring 2013)

Elementary French I

Introduction to basic skills to communicate about personal and everyday topics, including informal conversations with native speakers, finding information in newspapers and on Internet sites, and exploring the contemporary French-speaking world. For students with little or no prior knowledge of French.
  • IHFR-101-01C MW, 12:00PM‑1:45PM. MORR105. Instructor: Brian J Donovan (Spring 2013)
  • IHFR-101-02C MW, 2:00PM‑3:45PM. MORR202. Instructor: Brian J Donovan (Spring 2013)
  • IHFR-101-03C TR, 12:00PM‑1:45PM. RHODN118. Instructor: Julia M Dutton (Spring 2013)
  • IHFR-101-04C TR, 2:00PM‑3:45PM. RHODN212. Instructor: Peter J Graboski (Spring 2013)
  • IHFR-101-01C MTWR, 10:00AM‑11:55AM. MORR105. Instructor: Brian J Donovan (Summer 2013)

Elementary French II

Development of skills to communicate about personal and everyday topics, including informal conversations with native speakers, finding and reading information in newspapers and on Internet sites, and exploring contemporary issues in the French-speaking world. Students should have prior knowledge of basic French.
  • IHFR-102-01C MW, 12:00PM‑1:45PM. MORR206. Instructor: Peter J Graboski (Spring 2013)
  • IHFR-102-02C TR, 2:00PM‑3:45PM. MORR105. Instructor: Julia M Dutton (Spring 2013)
  • IHFR-102-01C MTWR, 12:00PM‑1:55PM. MORR105. Instructor: Brian J Donovan (Summer 2013)

Elementary German I

Introduction to basic skills to communicate about personal and everyday topics, including informal conversations with native speakers, finding information in newspapers and on Internet sites, and exploring contemporary German-speaking Europe. For students with no prior knowledge of German.
  • IHGER-101-01C MW, 2:00PM‑3:45PM. MORR109. Instructor: Alison M Pantesco (Spring 2013)
  • IHGER-101-02C TR, 12:00PM‑1:45PM. MORR105. Instructor: Alison M Pantesco (Spring 2013)

Elementary German II

Development of skills to communicate about personal and everyday topics, including informal conversations with native speakers, finding and reading information in newspapers and on Internet sites, and exploring contemporary issues in German-speaking Europe. Students should have prior knowledge of basic German.
  • IHGER-102-01C MW, 12:00PM‑1:45PM. MORR202. Instructor: Alison M Pantesco (Spring 2013)
  • IHGER-102-01C TBA, TBA. . Instructor: Alison M Pantesco (Summer 2013)

Elementary Spanish I

Introduction to basic skills to communicate about personal and everyday topics, including informal conversations with native speakers, finding and reading information in newspapers and Internet sites, and exploring the contemporary Spanish-speaking world. For students with little or no prior knowledge of Spanish. Fall, Spring.

  • IHSP-101-01C MTWR, 8:00AM‑9:55AM. MORR105. Instructor: Gladys Patricia Acevedo (Summer 2013)
  • IHSP-101-02C MTWR, 8:00AM‑9:55AM. MORR107. Instructor: Gladys Patricia Acevedo (Summer 2013)
  • IHSP-101-01C TR, 2:00PM‑3:45PM. PARK113. Instructor: April E Schmidt (Spring 2013)
  • IHSP-101-02C TR, 4:00PM‑5:45PM. MORR105. Instructor: Gladys Patricia Acevedo (Spring 2013)
  • IHSP-101-03C MW, 4:00PM‑5:45PM. MORR202. Instructor: Marilyn G McMaster (Spring 2013)
  • IHSP-101-04C MW, 4:00PM‑5:45PM. MORR207. Instructor: Gladys Patricia Acevedo (Spring 2013)
  • IHSP-101-05C TR, 6:00PM‑7:45PM. MORR105. Instructor: Emily E Bennett (Spring 2013)
  • IHSP-101-06C MW, 8:00AM‑9:45AM. MORR105. Instructor: April E Schmidt (Spring 2013)

Elementary Spanish II

Development of skills to communicate about personal and everyday topics, including informal conversations with native speakers, finding and reading information in newspapers and Internet sites, and exploring contemporary issues in the Spanish-speaking world. Students should have prior knowledge of basic Spanish.

  • IHSP-102-01C MTWR, 10:00AM‑11:55AM. MORR107. Instructor: Gladys Patricia Acevedo (Summer 2013)
  • IHSP-102-02C MTWR, 10:00AM‑11:55AM. MORR202. Instructor: Gladys Patricia Acevedo (Summer 2013)
  • IHSP-102-01C MW, 6:00PM‑7:45PM. MORR105. Instructor: Suzanne M Charles (Spring 2013)
  • IHSP-102-02C TR, 10:00AM‑11:45AM. MORR105. Instructor: Rafael E Ponce-Cordero (Spring 2013)
  • IHSP-102-03C MW, 2:00PM‑3:45PM. MORR105. Instructor: Griselda Witkowski (Spring 2013)
  • IHSP-102-04C MW, 4:00PM‑5:45PM. MORR105. Instructor: Griselda Witkowski (Spring 2013)
  • IHSP-102-05C MW, 10:00AM‑11:45AM. MORR105. Instructor: April E Schmidt (Spring 2013)

Intermediate German II

Advanced development of writing and speaking skills to discuss contemporary issues in German-speaking Europe; read newspapers, websites, and short fiction; and understand German films. Students should have intermediate-level knowledge of German. Spring only.
  • IHGER-202-01C TR, 2:00PM‑3:45PM. MORR103. Instructor: Alison M Pantesco (Spring 2013)
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Mathematics

Algebraic Concepts for K-8 Teachers

The focus is on building algebraic thinking with an emphasis on modeling real-world phenomena and the meanings represented by algebraic expressions. Topics include linear relationships; slope; linear, quadratic, and exponential functions. Connections will be drawn between algebra and geometry through patterns and other areas of overlap. Prerequisite: MATH 172, MATH 225, or MATH 270. Spring.

  • MATH-375-01C TR, 2:00PM‑3:45PM. WN88201. Instructor: Karen B Stanish (Spring 2013)

Technology for Teachers

Students will examine and interpret the effective and appropriate use of instructional technologies available to K-12 mathematics teachers and learn to apply such technologies in conjunction with existing school mathematics curricula. Prerequisite: Grade C or higher in MATH 225 or MATH 270. Spring.

  • MATH-378-01C MW, 4:00PM‑5:45PM. SCIC181. Instructor: Stephen F Bismarck (Spring 2013)
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Music

Teaching Music to Children

  • IAMU-399-01C T, 4:00PM‑7:30PM. ARTS120. Instructor: Donna Lee Dearth (Spring 2013)
  • IAMU-399-03C W, 4:00PM‑7:30PM. ARTS120. Instructor: Erin J Zaffini (Spring 2013)
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Psychology

Child and Adolescent Psychology

The study of child and adolescent psychology focusing on current research in cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. Fall, Spring.
  • PSYC-311-01C MWF, 8:00AM‑9:10AM. MORR206. Instructor: Jane F Brown (Spring 2013)
  • PSYC-311-02C MWF, 10:00AM‑11:10AM. MORR206. Instructor: Jane F Brown (Spring 2013)
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Wellness

Health and Wellness

An overview using a balanced, integrated, holistic model of health and an exploration of the dimensions of wellness. Focus on self-assessment, development of critical thinking, and behavior change skills to facilitate personal awareness and well-being. Fall, Spring.

  • HLSC-101-01C MTWRFS, 9:00AM‑5:30PM. JOSL103. Instructor: Karrie A Kalich (Summer 2013)
  • HLSC-101-01C TR, 2:00PM‑3:45PM. JOSL303. Instructor: Kristen A Reilly (Spring 2013)
  • HLSC-101-02C TR, 10:00AM‑11:45AM. JOSL306. Instructor: Amanda Lynn Bernius (Spring 2013)
  • HLSC-101-03C TR, 12:00PM‑1:45PM. JOSL306. Instructor: Amanda Lynn Bernius (Spring 2013)
  • HLSC-101-04C MW, 4:00PM‑5:45PM. JOSL108. Instructor: (Spring 2013)
  • HLSC-101-05C TR, 4:00PM‑5:45PM. JOSL303. Instructor: Kristen A Reilly (Spring 2013)