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.
A Master of Arts degree in Education can also do the following:
MAE students must demonstrate the ability to communicate with native speakers of a language other than English. Students will need to provide evidence of having met this requirement prior to graduation. Evidence may include:
All MAE students must complete the following courses:
Students must select one of the following emphases and complete the requirements.
The Curriculum and Instruction emphasis focuses on teaching and learning in the classroom.
Complete all of the following courses:
Complete one of the following courses:
Complete one of the following courses:
Complete one of the following courses:
Complete ONE of the following 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.
Complete all of the following courses:
Complete 2 elective courses (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:
Students must select either the Single Subject or Multiple Subject Credential and complete the associated coursework.
The School Psychology emphasis prepares candidates to become School Psychologists in K-12 schools.
Complete all of the following courses:
An additional Field Experience/Internship experience is required upon completion of the Masters Program and passage of the NCSP exam to be eligible for the School Psychology Credential.
Evaluate, design, and implement educational research to bring change and promote meaningful outcomes for schools and communities.
Analyze and apply advanced learning theory in education. Evaluate and apply critical research to effectively implement evidence-based practices.
Analyze current research to strengthen cross-cultural communication and ensure social justice for diverse populations in our schools and communities.
Evaluate and apply critical research on pedagogical, assessment, and curricular approaches to effectively implement evidence-based practices.
Analyze, evaluate, and apply current research on leadership models, concepts, and theory in educational organizations to lead effectively.
Evaluate ethical practices for the field and professional guidelines in education.
Evaluate academic situations and demonstrate critical thinking, written and oral communication, and information literacy according to the conventions of their academic discipline.