School of Education
3. Completion of Capstone Course must be passed with a grade of “B” or higher. Credit(s): 1 - 3. SEED 594 is to be completed in the final semester and may be taken concurrently with other coursework. See an advisor for planning guidance. Graduation Requirements 1. M.A.T. Core courses and Capstone must be passed with a grade of “B” or higher. 2. The candidate must complete the online Master of SEED 594 Action Research Arts in Teaching with a 3.0 cumulative GPA. 3. The candidate must successfully complete SEED 594, Action Research, and all professional requirements related to the coursework and learning outcomes. 4. A minimum of 30 credits is required for the online Master of Arts in Teaching. 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 Teaching. 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 Teaching 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. Courses (SEED) SEED 501 - Philosophy & Values in Schools & Society Assists Christian teachers and administrators to fulfill their roles as change agents. Focuses upon historical, cultural and social analyses of schools and society from a biblical perspective to help educators select pedagogical methods that harmonize with educational aims. Note(s): A minimum grade of “B” required for Master’s degree (a grade of “B-” is not sufficient). Credit(s): 3. SEED 502 - Advanced Educational Psychology Students analyze human development, learning, motivation, and assessment theories through comparisons of primary and secondary source documents. Students use this analysis to create a personal vision and mission statement that will direct their continued growth as a professional educator. Note(s): A minimum grade of “B” required for Master’s degree (a grade of “B-” is not sufficient). Credit(s): 3.
of “B” required for Master’s degree (a grade of “B-” is not sufficient). Credit(s): 3.
SEED 504 - Advanced Curriculum & Instruction Historical, philosophical and social foundations of curriculum. Examination of curriculum research related to assessing, developing and organizing educational strategies. Note(s): A minimum grade of “B” required for Master’s degree (a grade of “B-” is not sufficient). Credit(s): 3. SEED 507 - Art Workshop for Elementary School Teaching A study of the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for teaching and developing teaching credits, lesson plans, and art projects in the elementary classroom. Note(s): This course is waived if ARTS 306 was taken as an undergraduate. Credential candidates must pass this class with a grade of “B-” or higher. Fee: $20. Credit(s): 1. SEED 508 - Music Workshop for Elementary School Teaching A study of the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for teaching music in the elementary classroom. Note(s): This course is waived if MUSC 310 was taken as an undergraduate. Credential candidates must pass this class with a grade of “B-” or higher. Credit(s): 1. SEED 509 - Elementary Mathematics / Science Workshop During interrelated activities in program coursework and fieldwork, Multiple Subject education candidates learn, understand and use content-specific teaching strategies for helping grades K-6 students learn the state-adopted academic content standards for Math and Science. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent: 520. Note(s): This course is waived if LEDU 309 was taken as an undergraduate. Credential candidates must pass this class with a grade of “B-” or higher. Fee: $25. Credit(s): 2. SEED 512 - Elementary Student Teaching I Full-time laboratory experience in school classrooms under the direction of qualified supervising master teachers and university supervisors. University on-campus seminar required. Prerequisite(s): LEDU 301 or SEED 519, LEDU 330 or SEED 526, LEDU 341 or SEED 541, LEDU 420 or SEED 520, LEDU 431or SEED 543, and LEDU 432 or SEED 544. Note(s): Special approval required. Must pass class with a grade of “B-” or higher. CalTPA #4. Candidates doing student teaching are limited to a maximum of 15 credits that semester. Restricted to formal application and approval. Must register for SEED 513 if completing student teaching in one semester. Fee: $120. Credit(s): 6. SEED 513 - Elementary Student Teaching II Full-time laboratory experience in school classrooms under the direction of qualified supervising master teachers and university supervisors. University on-campus seminar required. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent registration in SEED 512. Note(s): Special approval required. Must pass class with a grade of “B-” or higher. CalTPA #4. Candidates doing student teaching are limited to a maximum of 15 credits that semester. Restricted to formal application and approval. Credit(s): 6. SEED 514 - Secondary Student Teaching I Full-time laboratory experience in school classrooms under the direction of qualified supervising master teachers and university supervisors. University on-campus seminar required. Prerequisite(s): LEDU 301 or SEED 519, LEDU 330 or SEED 526, LEDU 341 or SEED 541, LEDU 425 or SEED 525, LEDU
SEED 503 - Educational Research & Statistics Covers the design and analysis of experimental and
nonexperimental research in the educational context. Basic principles include sampling, measurement, design validity, analysis, and research ethics. Definition and examples of qualitative research also included. Note(s): A minimum grade
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