The Master of Arts in Education (MA in Ed) is a minimum 36 semester credit hour program (with the exception of the Professional Development concentration, which is a 30 semester credit hour program offered to educators with five or more years teaching experience, special education, which is a 45 semester credit hour program offered to educators, and school psychology, which is a minimum of 62 credit hours). Additionally, graduate level courses may be applicable toward an advanced post master's program such as the Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) in education leadership and education intervention.
The program has been created to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to:
The Master of Arts in Education consists of no less than 30 semester credit hours of formal coursework designed to help the adult student acquire subject matter mastery, apply knowledge and conduct research in various areas within the field of education. The program of study consists of foundation (including a Master's Research Project), concentration and elective courses (in some programs). A maximum of 9 semester credit hours may be transferred from graduate education or related coursework. Courses applicable to graduate programs at granting institutions transfer on a credit for credit basis. Other post-graduate education coursework may be acceptable on a partial credit basis. Curriculum and Instruction | Education Intervention | Education Technology
Foundation Courses 15 semester credit hours
The concentration in curriculum and instruction is a curriculum-based program designed to combine excellence in instructional methodologies used in education with foundation coursework that focuses on the at-risk student in the mainstream. An integration of personal and group motivational techniques and theories in organizational management, along with a summary of legal issues in education introduces the student to innovative, applied models of instruction.
Foundation Courses 15 semester credit hours - listed above
Concentration Courses 21 semester credit hours
Elective Courses 9 semester credit hours
The concentration in elementary and secondary education intervention emphasizes a new focus on curriculum and educational leadership. This program of study is an aggressive, proactive, research-based approach toward identifying and implementing innovative, positive and practical solutions to situations faced by the multifaceted at-risk students in the community.
Foundation courses 15 semester credit hours - listed above
Concentration Courses 15 semester credit hours
Elective Courses 6 semester credit hours
With advisor approval, select two courses from other graduate offerings or from the Professional Education Program (PEP).
The MA in Ed in educational technology incorporates theory and application of technology into contemporary programs in school systems from pre-kindergarten through graduate studies. Included are program applications in distance learning, models regarding the administration of technology programs, computer assisted instruction, and the integration of technology within various education offerings, programs, and organizational systems. An emphasis is placed on global perspectives in facilitating learning.
Foundation Courses 15 semester credit hours - listed above Concentration Courses 18 semester credit hours
Elective Courses 3 semester credit hours