Induction II 3 Graduates who are practicing teachers holding a Preliminary Credential and who are in a CCTC–approved district induction program may receive up to 12 units of induction credit towards their M.A. in Education. Graduates complete district requirements and meet with Biola professors for monthly support during their first two years of teaching. Prerequisite: Proof of current participation in an induction program. Signature required. Notes: Tuition for induction units is one- third the normal graduate tuition. Induction III 3 Graduates who are practicing teachers holding a Preliminary Credential and who are in a CCTC–approved district induction program may receive up to 12 units of induction credit towards their M.A. in Education. Graduates complete district requirements and meet with Biola professors for monthly support during their first two years of teaching. Prerequisite: Proof of current participation in an induction program. Signature required. Notes: Tuition for induction units is one- third the normal graduate tuition. Induction IV 3 Graduates who are practicing teachers holding a Preliminary Credential and who are in a CCTC–approved district induction program may receive up to 12 units of induction credit towards their M.A. in Education. Graduates complete district requirements and meet with Biola professors for monthly support during their first two years of teaching. Prerequisite: Proof of current participation in an induction program. Signature required. Notes: Tuition for induction units is one- third the normal graduate tuition. Action Research 3 Graduate students study student-, classroom- and schoolbased problems. Students set up action plans to study results of interventions leading to performance-based improvement. Notes: This course strongly supports those who desire National Board Certification and serves as the capstone course for the M.A.T. 1-3 Students who choose the Comprehensive Examination must demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the field of study. Comprehensive Examination The content of the Comprehensive Examination includes material from the M.A.Ed. core courses. Students may elect to complete the Comprehensive Examination in lieu of the Capstone Thesis (599) or Research Project (598). Prerequisites: 501, 502, 503, 504, 524, 596 and TTBE 732. Signature required. Notes: Sign up for one unit per term. May take up to three terms to complete. A minimum grade of “B” required for Master’s degree. 1 Students explore their role as leaders in the educational community, examining the change process within the context of curricular innovations and moral leadership. Paths for the capstone process are examined. Professional Development Module
Research Project 1-3 Students may elect to complete a research project, an instructional development project, or National Certification requirements under the guidance of a faculty adviser. This option requires a written report and may be taken instead of the Comprehensive Examination (595) or the Capstone Thesis (599). Prerequisites: 501, 502, 503, 504, 524, 596, and TTBE 732. Signature required. Notes: Sign up for one unit per term. May take up to three terms to complete. A minimum grade of “B” required for Master’s degree. 1-3 Students may elect to complete a published thesis under the guidance of a faculty advisor. The thesis involves a literature review and qualitative and/or quantitative research. May be taken instead of the Comprehensive Examination (595) or the Research Project (598). Prerequisites: 501, 502, 503, 504, 524, 596, and TTBE 732. Signature required. Notes: Sign up for one unit per term. May take up to three terms to complete. A minimum grade of “B” required for Master’s degree. Thesis Character Development & Spiritual Formation 3 Based on Scriptural teaching about knowing God, this course explores the deepening of one’s relationship with God and how both teacher and student character is developed in the classroom context. Reviews literature related to spiritual formation, child, adolescent, and adult spirituality, examining the influences of Christian teachers in school and society. Compares character development and spiritual formation with character education movements. Prerequisite: completion of 502, 554, and 524 with a grade of “B” or better. 3 Candidates study state and federal educational law, the legislative process, and the ethical impact of current and pending decisions within the context of a Christian worldview. Field experts and resources are introduced and action plans explored. Prerequisite: completion of 502, 554, and 524 with a grade of “B” or better. Signature required. Legal & Ethical Issues in Education Assessment for School Improvement 3 Teachers and school leaders must understand the connections between curriculum, teaching, assessment, and learning in order to achieve the desired results. Upon completion of this course, teachers and school leaders will possess the skills to direct, guide, stimulate and put into effect curriculum and assessment changes aligned with district, state, and national standards. Students will also demonstrate understanding of the necessary components to appropriately interpret standardized and informal assessments for group and individualized testing. Prerequisite: completion of 502, 554, and 524 with a grade of “B” or better.
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International Comparative Education
3-6
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Graduate students travel abroad to study a particular educational system, including assessment, curriculum, sociocultural values, administration, leadership, finance, accessibility, and spirituality. See advisor for details. 3-6 Graduate students collaborate with professors as they participate in K-12 schools and university settings, teacher conferences, or curriculum consultations in international and/ or mission schools. See advisor for details. Prerequisite: Field assignment. Signature required. International Education–Fieldwork Educational Models for Cross-Cultural Communities 3 Graduate students analyze effective educational models for cross-cultural communities nationally and internationally, including curricular and assessment issues related to sending and receiving countries, particularly as it relates to international and mission school settings. See advisor for details.
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Independent Studies
1-3
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Subject matter and units earned by arrangement. A maximum of 6 units may be taken. Prerequisite: formal application and approval.
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