Biola University 2012-2013 Catalog
• 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 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.
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.
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 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 The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) is primarily designed for two audiences: 1) students with a B.A. or B.S. in any subject who desire to earn a credential while working towards a Masters; and 2) credentialed teachers who desire to sharpen their practitioner skills through induction, the Clear Credential, and / or enter a personalized program for advanced coursework. Learning Outcomes Students graduating with the M.A.T. will demonstrate the seven learning outcomes (#1 through #7 as listed in the Preliminary Credentials section) and two additional outcomes (#8 and #9) related to being a constructive change agent and a lifelong learner. The nine outcomes exceed the teaching performance expectations required by the state for a professional teacher. Teaching (On-Campus) Master of Arts in Teaching
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. 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 Credit(s): 3. 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 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
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