Master of Arts in Education Objectives Upon completion of the Master of Arts in Education, it is intended that the candi date: understand the theory and practice of the Christian philosophy of education and other foundation areas; have a thor ough knowledge of curriculum design and instructional procedures and have prac ticed these in a school setti ng; and have engaged in research relating to the subject in which he instructs, resulti ng in a project designed to improve his competence in the field. This program is designed to strengthen the capabilities of teachers. It provides a study of foundations, curriculum and in struction and the results of research - all designed to improve teaching and learning. The program combines theory with prac tice throughout using field experience with the course work culmi nat ing in a project. It seeks to integrate Christian truth through all of the courses and field exper iences. Courses in Bible and theology are required of those who lack preparation in those areas. This program is designed to be taken on a part-time basis so that it wi ll be available to those who are employed fu ll-time. Courses are offered in late afternoon and early evening bot h during the school year and in summer sessions. The program can be completed 1n two full years or four summers. A maximum of eight units of electives and/or transfer credit may be ac cepted. The program must be completed within five years. Nine units of course load is considered ful l-t ime status for all gradu at e students. Admission Requirements All applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accred ited or recognized institution and must have 3.0 ( on a 4.0 scale) grade point average Those not meeting this requirement, if accepted will be placed on probation. A combined score of I 000 for verbal and quantitative
535 CURRENT PROBLEMS IN EDUCATION (2) Contemporary trends in cu r riculum, teaching methods and school organizat ion focusing on significant problems and issues that affect teaching and learning. 560 CHRISTI AN PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION (2) Philosophy and practices of a Christian t eacher in the classroom and on the campus. Aims of Christian schools and means of achieving them, including attitudes and convictions which Christian schools seek to develop in students.
Candidates for the master of arts de gree will be required to take eight gradu ate units of Bible and/or theology through Talbot Theological Seminary and School of Theology 1n place of the elective units if they have not had such courses. Prior ap proval is required. This requirement may be met by eight units of undergraduate Bi ble/Theology courses. These will not count toward the required 32 units for graduation, however. Course Descriptions 50 I CHRISTIAN SCHOOL O RGANIZA TION (3) A survey of current theory and practice of Christian schools in the areas of philos ophy, administration, supervision, curricu lum, instruction, testing, counseling, fi nance and law Designed frn- those seeking a broad understanding of the purposes and activities of these school s. (Offered sum mer school only) 51 I CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ADMINIS TRATION (4) Analysis of administrative duties and re sponsibi lities relative to school board, fac ulty, staff, pupils, parents and community 512 INDIVIDUALIZING INSTRUCTION (2) Individual di fferences and means of making instrnct1on more relevant through analysis of needs, diffe1-entiated assign ments and classroom activities. 517 ADVANCED EDUCATIONAL PSY CHOLOGY (2) Application of psychological research and theory to the problems of learning, motivation, class organization and control, and behavior diffe1-ences.
on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is requ ired. Appl ication must be submitted on a graduate application form. Gr aduation Requirements Requirements for the degree include the successfu l completion of 32 semester units of prescribed and elective courses and the passing of a comprehensive wr it ten exami nation covering the fields of study A mi nimum of 24 of the 32 required units must be complet ed in residency at Biola. A maximum of six units of 400 level education courses may be used as electives toward the degree. Prior approv al is required. The required project must be written up as a short thesis and pre sented to the education department A ll degree requi rements must be completed before the student may participate in the commencement ceremonies. A graduation petition must be filed one year in advance with the graduat e graduation counselor in the office of admissions and records. Course Requirem ents: First Year (Part-Time): 535 CURRENT PROBLEMS IN EDUCATION 2 560 CHRISTIAN PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION 2 6 12 SCHOOL LAW 2 613 PRINCIPLES OF CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT 4 623 EVALUATION OF TEACHING AND LEARNING 2 ELECTIVES 4 Second Year (Part-Time) : 5 12 INDIVIDUALIZING INSTRUCTION 2 517 ADVANCED EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY 2 525 DIAGNOSIS OF READING PROBLEMS 2 608 SCHOOL COUNSELING 2 628 INSTRUCT IONAL RESEARCH 2 630 PROJECT 2 ELECTIVES 4 650 COMPREHENSIVE WRITTEN EXAMINATION 0
605 CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SUPERVISION (4)
Development of t echniques of evalua tion of instruction, in-service training, im plementation of school programs and oth er supervisory activities. 606 FIELD WORK IN ADMINISTRATION (2) Laboratory experiences in Christian school administration under the direction of an experienced administrator. (Not re quired of those with administrative experi ence.) 607 PROJECT IN ADMINISTRATION (2) A prOJect designed to improve the pro gram of a Christian school, includi ng a writ ten report embodyi ng the result s. 608 SCHOOL COUNSELING (2) Pr inciples, practices, particular problems and concerns in counseling pupils and par ents from a Christian perspective. 6 10 CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FINANCE (2) Design, development and implementa tion of a budget in a Christian school; fund ra ising procedures and school buildi ng de sign. 612 SCHOOL LAW (2) Constitution, statutes and court deci sions which affect schools, administrators, teachers and pupils. Attention given to laws and regulations relating to private schools.
525 DIAGNOSIS OF READING PROBLEMS (2)
Appropriate use and interpretat ion of tests and other procedures for diagnosis and prescription in reading instruction. Lab fee $5.
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