School of Education
2. Clear Credential or Induction Coursework Completion of a Clear Credential through a CTC- approved Clear Credential or Induction Program. Clear Credential Coursework SEED 593 Clear Credential Candidate Professional Development SEED 593 must be passed with a grade of “B-” or higher. Approved elective credits if needed. Note : Students admitted to the Multiple or Single Subject Clear Credential Program at Biola
Master of Arts in Education Teaching Concentration (Online) Admission Requirements The following are required for admission into the online M.A.Ed. Teaching Concentration Program: • Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. • Hold a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale. • Hold a California SB 2042 Preliminary Credential. • Clear Credential candidates must verify that a commission-approved induction program is not available through their employer (public school or WASC-accredited private school) by submitting the CL-855 CTC form. Induction candidates must provide verification of enrollment in a state-approved induction program. • Clear Credential candidates must submit the Coach and Placement Information form. • Verify computer literacy sufficient to become actively engaged in learning online by passing an online proficiency test offered by Biola University’s Distance Learning Department or providing proof of successful online learning in a prior course. • Verify access to a computer and the Internet sufficient to engage in Biola University’s Distance Learning Programs. • Non-native English speakers must verify a score of 100 iBT on the TOEFL exam. • Complete Biola University’s Graduate Education Application. • Interview with a member of the School of Education. Note : Official documents presented for admission or evaluation become part of the student’s academic file and normally cannot be returned or copied for distribution. Online M.A.Ed. Teaching Concentration 1. Core Coursework Courses must be completed with a grade of “B” or higher. SEED 501 Philosophy and Values in Schools and Society Credit(s): 3. SEED 502 Advanced Educational Psychology Credit(s): 3. SEED 503 Educational Research and Statistics Credit(s): 3. SEED 504 Advanced Curriculum and Instruction Credit(s): 3. SEED 524 Research in Culture and Intercultural Instruction Credit(s): 3. SEED 554 Professional Writing Credit(s): 3. SEED 596 Professional Development Module Credit(s): 1. And TTBE 732 Exposition of NewTestament Segments or Themes Credit(s): 2 - 3. TTBE 732, Exposition of New Testament Segments or Themes: Life of Christ, should be taken for 3 credits. OR Other approved TTBE 3 credit course.
Credit(s): 3.
University will enroll in a 3-credit course for each of four semesters (a maximum of 12 credits may be applied toward M.A.). After four semesters, the course can be taken additionally without credit. In some cases, candidates may be able to complete the Clear Credential requirements in less than four semesters.
Induction Program SEED 604
Induction I Induction II Induction III Induction IV
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
SEED 605 SEED 606 SEED 607
Approved elective credits. Note : Students completing a state-approved induction program may apply up to 12 credits of Biola student teaching graduate credit to their M.A. in Education in lieu of induction credits. However, students must complete the state-approved induction program and earn a Clear Credential prior to receiving the M.A.Ed. degree. 3. Completion of One Capstone Course must be completed with a grade of “B” or higher. Register for one credit per term. May take up to three terms to complete. SEED 598 Research Project Credit(s): 1 - 3. OR SEED 599 Thesis Credit(s): 1 - 3. Graduation Requirements 1. M.A.Ed. core courses and Capstone must be passed with a grade of “B” or higher. 2. The candidate must complete the online Master of Arts in Education with a 3.0 cumulative GPA. 3. The candidate must successfully complete one Capstone, and all professional requirements (i.e., portfolio) related to the coursework and learning outcomes. 4. A minimum of 38 credits is required for the online Master of Arts in Education. 5. The candidate must meet with a department advisor and Graduate Graduation Counselor in the Office of the Registrar one year prior to graduation to declare intent to graduate. (See Graduate Graduation Check description in Admission, Enrollment and Graduation Requirements section). Transfer of Credits Students transferring from an accredited graduate program may transfer a maximum of 6 approved credits for their M.A. in Education. Courses transferred must be equivalent to Biola University’s and have direct
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