Biola University 2012-2013 Catalog 2. Clear Credential or Induction Coursework Completion of Clear Credential through a CTC approved Clear Credential or Induction Program. Clear Credential Coursework SEED 593 SEED 593 must be passed with a grade of “B-“ or higher. Approved elective credits. Note: Students admitted to the Multiple or Single Subject Clear Credential program at Biola Clear Credential Candidate Professional Development 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.
2. Fifteen-Credit Concentration Completion of an approved 15-credit concentration, such as: • Apologetics • Early Childhood • Curriculum and Instruction • History & Philosophy of Science • Linguistics & Intercultural Studies • Personalized concentration approved by an advisor • Special Education • Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) 3. Completion of One Capstone Course must be completed with a grade of “B” or higher.
Credit(s): 3.
Research Project
Credit(s): 1 - 3.
SEED 598 OR SEED 599
Induction Coursework SEED 604 Induction I
Thesis
Credit(s): 1 - 3.
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
Graduation Requirements 1. M.A.Ed. Core courses and Capstone must be passed with a grade of “B” or higher. 2. Candidates must complete the Master of Arts in Education with a 3.0 cumulative GPA. 3. Candidates 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 Master of Arts in Education. 5. Candidates 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 Admissions, Registration & 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 applicability to the student’s program design. Only courses with a grade of “B” (3.0) on a 4.0 grade scale or higher will be considered for transfer towards the M.A. in Education degree; a grade of “B-” is not transferable. Credits considered for transfer must have been taken within five years prior to the date of admission. Master of Arts in Education Personalized Program (Online) Admission Requirements The following are required for admission into the online M.A.Ed. Personalized program: • Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution.
Induction II Induction III Induction IV
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.
Research Project
Credit(s): 1 - 3.
SEED 598 OR SEED 599
Thesis
Credit(s): 1 - 3.
M.A.Ed. Personalized Program 1. Core Coursework Courses must be completed with a grade of “B” or higher.
Philosophy & Values in Schools & Society Advanced Educational Psychology Educational Research & Statistics Advanced Curriculum & Instruction
SEED 501
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 1.
SEED 502 SEED 503 SEED 504 SEED 524 SEED 554 SEED 596 TTBE 732
Research in Culture & Intercultural Instruction
Professional Writing
Professional Development Module Exposition of NewTestament Segments or Themes
Credit(s): 2 - 3. TTBE 732, Exposition of the New Testament Segments or Themes: Life of Christ, should be taken for 3 credits.
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