The Master of Arts in Education prepares strong education professionals
to have an informed understanding of complex learning; the knowledge and
skills to promote such learning; and the disposition to advocate
effectively for the learning, living and growth of students, especially
those who bring cultural, linguistic and other diversity to schools. The
program coursework challenges educators to analyze and improve their
instructional practice to better serve students with diverse ethnic and
linguistic backgrounds, as well as students with special needs.
In order to complete the requirements of the Curriculum &
Instruction emphasis, students must complete an additional twelve (12)
units of 500- and/or 600-level ED, SPED, or MAE courses.
The Special Education emphasis prepares strong
professionals who have an informed understanding of what constitutes
true learning as well as the knowledge and skills to promote it, and
the disposition to work actively toward change when policies or
practices negatively impact the learning, living and growth of
students with special needs.
In order to complete the requirements of the Special Education
emphasis, students must complete two (2) elective courses for at least
six (6) units from the
Preliminary SPED Credential Program
or the MAE Curriculum & Instruction Emphases.
The Teacher Education emphasis combines initial
studies in teaching and learning with graduate level scholarship for
prospective teachers who seek a teacher credential and a Master of
Arts in Education degree.
Complete all of the following courses:
ED 510:
Providing Behavior Supports in the Classroom (3 units)
An additional Field Experience/Internship experience is required upon
completion of the Masters Program and passage of the NCSP exam in
order to be eligible for the School Psychology Credential.
LO 1 Research
Evaluate, design, and implement educational research to bring change
and promote meaningful outcomes for schools and communities.
LO 2 Advanced Learning Theory
Analyze and apply advanced learning theory in education. Evaluate and
apply critical research to effectively implement evidence-based
practices.
LO 3 Cross-cultural / Social Justice
Analyze current research to strengthen cross-cultural communication
and ensure social justice for diverse populations in our schools and
communities.
LO 4 Advanced Instruction, Assessment, & Curriculum
Evaluate and apply critical research on pedagogical, assessment, and
curricular approaches to effectively implement evidence-based
practices.
LO 5 Leadership
Analyze, evaluate, and apply current research on leadership models,
concepts, and theory in educational organizations to lead effectively.
LO 6 Ethics
Evaluate ethical practices for the field and professional guidelines
in education.
LO 7 Intellectual Skills
Evaluate academic situations and demonstrate critical thinking,
written and oral communication, and information literacy according to
the conventions of their academic discipline.