HONORS BIOLOGY: For students who qualify, an Honors Biology opportunity exists through enrollment in a laboratory section identified in the semester schedule of classes. The distinguishing feature of the Honors Biology laboratory is individual research on a variety of topics.

BITH 1150 INTRODUCTION TO MICROCOMPUTERS - HONORS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course introduces the student to the use, capabilities, and limitations of microcomputer hardware and software. A study of Windows desktop, computer-assisted presentation software, word processing, the Internet, and imaging software and hardware is covered. The course emphasizes the preparation of computer-generated presentations. Prerequisite or corequisite: COMH 1010, BIT 1000 or a previous keyboarding course or permission of the Dean of Career Education and Workforce Development. See Honors entry requirements.

COMH 1010 FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH - HONORS: 2 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of communication skills including practice in organizing, preparing, and delivering various types of informative and persuasive speeches. The course emphasizes the preparation of computersupported presentations using content from other courses in the honors curriculum. Constructive criticism of presentations is incorporated into the course. Prerequisite or corequisite: BITH 1150 and ENGL 1010. See Honors entry requirements.

EDUH 1110 THE TEACHING PROFESSION - HONORS: 2 sem hrs cr
The history of schools and current challenges, trends, and alternatives are examined. Students explore their suitability for classroom teaching by sharing independent research findings on a variety of educational topics and issues with the class in videotaped discussions and debates. Suitability for teaching is further explored as students assist a teacher in a classroom setting for a minimum of ten hours. Prerequisite: See Honors entry requirements.

EDUH 2110 THE PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING - HONORS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course examines the physical, mental, social, and values development from the beginning to the end of life. Theories of learning, behavior, and motivation are studied with respect to classroom management. Individual work and analytical thinking are required as students conduct research and present their findings as related to psychology and teaching. Class discussion and debate are essential to this Honors experience. A minimum of ten hours of tutoring at an area public school is also required. Prerequisite: See Honors entry requirements.

ENGL 1010 ENGLISH COMPOSITION I - HONORS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is an in-depth study of essay writing and argumentation in which students explore a variety of readings and complete a variety of writing assignments including an extensive research project. Prerequisite: See Honors Entry Requirements. (Formerly ENGH 1010)

ENGL 1020 ENGLISH COMPOSITION II - HONORS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is an in-depth study of fiction, poetry, and drama with emphasis on literary criticism and research, including the writing of analytical papers. Prerequisite: ENGL 1010. See Honors Entry Requirements. (formerly ENGH 1020)

ENGL 2130 SURVEY OF AMERICAN LITERATURE - HONORS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of representative works of American prose, poetry, and drama from the Colonial period through the Twentieth Century. Emphasis is on the development of American literature in the context of American culture. Students may expect intensive class participation, creative writing projects, and a field trip to a literary site. Prerequisite: ENGL 1020. See Honors entry requirements. (Formerly ENGH 2020)

ENGL 2230 SURVEY OF BRITISH LITERATURE - HONORS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is an in-depth study of British prose, poetry, and drama, tracing its development from Anglo-Saxon through modern periods. Assignments include field trips, student-initiated creative projects, oral reports, and debates on social and philosophical issues arising from the literature. Prerequisite: ENGL 1020. See Honors entry requirements. (Formerly ENGH 2030)

ENGL 2330 SURVEY OF WORLD LITERATURE - HONORS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of a variety of world prose, poetry, and drama in translation, from Homer through the twentieth century. Assignments include field trips, writing projects, oral reports, and detailed class discussion of the works read. Prerequisite: ENGL 1020 See Honors entry requirements. (Formerly ENGH 2040)

HIST 2010 UNITED STATES HISTORY I - HONORS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course covers in depth the history of the United States from the beginning of English settlement in North America through the Revolution, early national period, disruption of the Union, Civil War and Reconstruction periods. This course ends with the events of 1876. Individual work and analytical thinking are emphasized. Extensive study of historical figures replaces the more general topical coverage of HIST 2010. The figures chosen represent diversity in gender, race, ethnic background, and political views. The class selects the people to be studied at the beginning of each semester. Class discussion and debate is an integral part of this Honors class experience. See Honors entry requirements. (Formerly HISH 2110)

HIST 2020 UNITED STATES HISTORY II - HONORS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course traces in depth the political, economic, diplomatic, and social development of the United States from the Reconstruction period to the present. Attention is given to contemporary problems and the place of the United States as a world power. Individual work and analytical thinking are emphasized. Extensive study of historical figures replaces the more general topical coverage of HIST 2020. The figures chosen represent diversity in gender, race, ethnic background, and political views. The class selects the people to be studied at the beginning of each semester. Class discussion and debate is an integral part of this Honors class experience. Recommended Prerequisite: HIST 2010. See Honors entry requirements. (Formerly HISH 2120)

HON 2010 AMERICAN STUDIES I: 6 sem hrs cr
This course is an in-depth study of United States history, literature, and culture from the beginning of English settlement in North America to 1876, including a study of representative works in prose, poetry, and drama. The course focuses on the Appalachian region for specific examples of these developments and shows the impact of national events on the Appalachian area. The reading of works by native writers, the exploration of the cultural and historical diversity of the area, intensive class participation, creative writing and research projects, and field trips to historical and literary sites are part of the class. This course generates three semester credit hours in U.S. History and three semester credit hours in American Literature. Prerequisite: ENGL 1020. See Honors entry requirements.

HON 2020 AMERICAN STUDIES II: 6 sem hrs cr
This course is an in-depth study of United States history, literature and culture from 1876 to the present, including a study of representative works in prose, poetry, and drama. The course focuses on the Appalachian region for specific examples of these developments and shows the impact of national events on the Appalachian area. The reading of works by native writers, the exploration of the cultural and historical diversity of the area, intensive class participation, creative writing and research projects, and field trips to historical and literary sites are part of the class. This course generates three semester credit hours in U.S. History and three semester credit hours in American Literature. Prerequisite: HON 2010. See Honors entry requirements.

IDSH 1020 HONORS SEMINAR IN HUMANITIES STUDIES I: 3 sem hrs cr
IDSH 1021 HONORS SEMINAR IN HUMANITIES STUDIES II: 3 sem hrs cr
IDSH 1022 HONORS SEMINAR IN HUMANITIES STUDIES III: 3 sem hrs cr
IDSH 1023 HONORS SEMINAR IN HUMANITIES STUDIES IV: 3 sem hrs cr
This course provides a forum for the study and critical analysis of Humanities topics and issues, utilizing the principles and techniques of critical thinking and creative problem solving. Students will develop skills of criticism, collaboration, and debate within a group setting. The course is cross-curricular and has a changing focus based on the chosen topic. Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1010-Honors. See Honors entry requirements.