Introduces students to the fundamental concepts, tools, and strategies used to manage and improve quality and achieve operational excellence in any organization. Topics include quality planning, ...

An introduction to issues of language development, the role of culture, and linguistic repertoires pertinent to teaching and learning. Includes theories of second language development and culturally ...

An introductory level algebra course intended primarily for those with weak or no skills or those who have been away from the subject for some time. This course provides the algebra background ...

The use of current techniques and materials in teaching mathematics in grades 5-9. Using an integrated approach of pedagogy and content special attention will be given to new information technologies, ...

The study of comparative and evolutionary aspects of behavior of invertebrate and vertebrate animals. Structure and function of nervous systems, simple behavioral patterns including reflexes and other ...

Law and policy issues in the context of the marine environment. The course surveys coastal zone management, offshore resource management, marine pollution, and domestic and international ocean policy.

Study the science of life through hands-on laboratory and field experiences, with pathways into medicine, research, biotechnology, environmental science, marine biology, and more. Median starting ...

Take a virtual tour of the UMass Dartmouth campus.

Explores the musical traditions of various cultures with respect to their historical, social, and cultural backgrounds. This course also explores different approaches to musical organization, musical ...

Kim has been working in the labor movement for nearly thirty years, beginning as a cafeteria worker organizing a union, to becoming an organizer for graduate employees at UMass Amherst and at UMass ...

A culminating experience in which the student synthesizes his/her course knowledge and experimental skills into a brief but detailed experimental study, which also involves cross-field ...

Examination of the design, implementation, and use of accounting information systems in business settings. Topics include transaction cycles, business processes, data flows, databases, internal ...