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8. Understands Current Educational Issues and Demonstrates Skill as an Agent of Constructive Change Candidates analyze, evaluate, and apply knowledge of current educational issues, settings, and legislative requirements from a biblical perspective, stay up-to-date and involved in community issues, giving voice to Judeo- Christian values in the educational arena. Candidates also possess Christian attitudes and actions conducive to the development of professional excellence and witness to the community, demonstrating qualities of a constructive change agent in the educational community to advance the Kingdom of God. 9. Conducts Quality Research, Communicates Findings, and Pursues Lifelong Learning Candidates conduct quality action research in their classrooms or schools, learning from natural revelation, in order to effectively communicate findings to the broader educational community. They demonstrate professional research ethics, protect human subjects, and exercise discernment, individually and in team settings, creatively solving problems as contextual needs emerge within the educational community. They are committed to lifelong learning and professional growth, embracing a lifestyle of service to others as an act of worship to the one true God. Admission Requirements The following are required for admission into the M.A.T. with a Multiple or Single subject credential: • Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. • Hold a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale. • Present evidence of passing CBEST or equivalent. Students living outside the U.S. wanting to pursue the Master of Arts in Teaching Personalized Program must present alternate admissions documentation for review and approval in place of the CBEST exam. • Verify subject matter competency. Multiple Subject candidates must pass one subtest of the CSET: Multiple Subjects exam. Single Subject candidates must present a letter verifying completion of a state-approved subject matter program or evidence of passing one subtest of the CSET in their subject area. • Verify possession of a Certificate of Clearance from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. • 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. Those applying to the M.A.T. with the Clear Credential or Induction coursework will need the following additional admissions requirements: • Hold a California SB2042 Preliminary Credential in place of verification of CBEST and subject matter.
• Clear Credential Candidates must verify that a commission-approved induction program is not available through their employer 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. Those applying to the M.A.T. with a Personalized Concentration will be exempt from the following admissions requirements: • Verify subject matter competency. Multiple Subject candidates must pass one subtest of the CSET: Multiple Subjects exam. Single Subject candidates must present a letter verifying completion of a state-approved subject matter program or evidence of passing one subtest of the CSET in their subject area. • Verify possession of a Certificate of Clearance from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. 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. M.A.T. with a Multiple or Single Subject Preliminary Credential 1. Teacher Preparation and Pedagogy Coursework Students must complete Multiple or Single Subject Teacher Preparation & Pedagogy coursework and M.A.T. Core courses as detailed below. Multiple Subject Teacher Preparation Coursework Courses must be completed with a grade of “B-” or higher.
Foundations of Education Psychological Foundations of Education Methods of Teaching Linguistically Diverse Students
Credit(s): 2.
SEED 519 SEED 526
Credit(s): 3.
SEED 541
Credit(s): 3.
Elementary Reading / Language Arts Elementary Curriculum
SEED 520
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 1. Credit(s): 6. Credit(s): 6.
SEED 543 SEED 544 SEED 512 SEED 513
Elementary Curriculum Fieldwork Elementary Student Teaching I Elementary Student Teaching II
Multiple Subject Pedagogy Coursework Courses must be passed with a grade of “B-” or higher.
Art Workshop for Elementary School Teaching Music Workshop for Elementary School Teaching Elementary Mathematics / Science Workshop Elementary Physical Education Workshop Elementary Health Curriculum & Methods
SEED 507
Credit(s): 1.
SEED 508
Credit(s): 1.
SEED 509
Credit(s): 2.
SEED 516
Credit(s): 1.
SEED 536
Credit(s): 1.
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