Description: This course provides a conceptual understanding of the federal tax system, and its impact on individuals, corporations, and partnerships. The primary emphasis is on fundamental income tax concepts and principles, with an overview of other taxes. Detailed technical coverage and return preparation are minimized. The economic, political, social, and judicial reasoning underlying tax provisions are explored. Tax issues and changes under current consideration at the national, state, local and international levels are discussed. Basic research skills and methodology are introduced. Prerequisites: ACC 110 (C- or higher) and junior standing. Fall only. Cr 3. Non School of Business students please see enrollment policy for eligibility (usm.maine.edu/school-of-business/faqs).

Description: Selected topics in the various areas of accounting, auditing, and income taxes may be studied and researched on an independent basis. Enrollment is normally limited to accounting and finance degree candidates. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and program chair and senior standing. Cr 1-3.

Description: Prerequisites vary by topic. Cr 1-3.

Description: An introduction to art education theories and processes through readings, writings, discussion, and observation. The examination of the relationship between art-making and learning is relevant to prospective art and classroom teachers. All AED students (k-12 certification and community arts) are required to successfully complete a minimum of 2 semesters of Art Lab prior to their capstone. AED 222 should be taken concurrently with AED 221. Prerequisites: sophomore standing or above and art foundation. Cr 3.

Description: This on-campus teaching practicum examines the relationship between art education theory and practice. All AED students (both the k-12 certification and community arts program) are required to successfully complete a minimum of two semesters of Art Lab prior to their capstone. This course is available each semester and summers. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: EYE, HRD 200, Cr 1-3.

Description: This class requires a supervised student teaching experience carried out in an off-campus field setting. AED 324 is a two-semester supervised student teaching experience in applying knowledge and skills to the practice of teaching. A student teacher is assigned to a mentor teacher and classroom at an elementary, middle, and high school. The student teacher is under the direct supervision of a mentor teacher and a university supervisor. Semester One is a part-time classroom placement completed in conjunction with teaching methods courses. Semester Two is a full-time classroom placement. Prerequisites: For students matriculated in the USM art education program. Students must complete AED 221, 222 and 321 before registering for AED 324: student teaching. Cr 1-12.

Description: Students work in areas that pertain to community-based arts education and that are related to their individual career aspirations. Internship sites include: galleries, public and private art organizations, museums, nonprofit organizations, and cultural institutions. Prerequisites: Junior status or above, EYE, HRD 200, AED 221, or permission of the Art Department Chair and Art Education faculty. May be repeated for credit up to 12 credits. Cr 1-12.

Description: This seminar examines art curriculum design and evaluation. Critical issues in art education for the emerging art education professional today are explored through discussion, writings, and readings. This course is to be taken while student teaching. 3 cr Prerequisite: Two semesters of AED 222, and AED 321.

Description: An opportunity for the student who has demonstrated competence in a specific area of study to work independently, with scheduled tutoring from a faculty member of the student's choice. Prerequisites: permission of the instructor and Art Department Chair. Cr 1 to 6.

Description: Taken by all AFROTC cadets throughout enrollment in AFROTC. Command and staff leadership experiences in cadet corps. Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, career opportunities, and life and work of the junior officer. Student leadership potential developed in a practical, supervised laboratory. Cr 0.