Master of Arts in Education
Objectives: Upon completion of the Master of Arts in Education, it is intended that the candidate: understand the theory and practice of the Christian philosophy of education and other foundation areas; have a thorough knowledge of curriculum design and instructional procedures and have practiced these in a school setting; and have engaged in research relating to the subject in which he instructs, resulting 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 instruction and the results of research - all designed to improve teaching and learning. The program combines theory with practice throughout using field experience with the course work culminating in a project. It seeks to integrate Christian truth through all of the courses and field experiences. 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 will be available to those who are employed full-time . Courses are offered in late afternoon and early evening both during the school year and in summer sessions. The program can be completed in two full years or four summers. A maximum of six units of transfer credit may be accepted. The program must be completed within five years. Admission requirements: All applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited 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 1000 for verbal and quantitative on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is required . Application must be submitted on a Graduate Application Form. Program requirements: Requirements for the degree include the successful completion of 32 semester units of prescribed and elective courses and the passing of a comprehensive written examination covering the fields of study. The required project must be written up as a short thesis and presented to the Education Department. All degree requirements must be completed before the student may participate in the commencement ceremonies.
Course Requirements: FIRST YEAR (PART-TIME): 535 CURRENT PROBLEMS IN EDUCATION 560 CHRISTIAN PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION
2 2 2 4
612 SCHOOL LAW
613 PRINCIPLES OF CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT 623 EVALUATION OF TEACHING AND
2
LEARNING ELECTIVES
4
SECOND YEAR (PART-TIME): 512 INDIVIDUALIZING INSTRUCTION
2 2 2 2 2 2 4
517 ADVANCED EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY 525 DIAGNOSIS OF READING PROBLEMS
608 SCHOOL COUNSELING 628 INSTRUCTIONAL RESEARCH
630 PROJECT
ELECTIVES
32
Total
Candidates for the Master of Arts degree will be required to take 4 graduate units of Bible and/or theology through Talbot Theological Seminary in place of the elective units if th(?y have not had such courses. 511 CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION (4) 525 DIAGNOSIS OF READING PROBLEMS (2) Analysis of administrative duties and responsibilities relative to Appropriate use and interpretation of tests and other school board, faculty , staff, pupils, parents, and community. procedures for diagnosis and prescription in reading instruction. Laboratory fee $15.00. 512 INDIVIDUALIZING INSTRUCTION (2) Individual differences and means of making instruction more 535 CURRENT PROBLEMS IN EDUCATION (2) relevant through analysis of needs, differentiated assignments Contemporary trends in curriculum, teaching methods , and and classroom activities. school organiz.ation focusing on significant problems and issues that affect teaching and learning.
517 ADVANCED EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (2) Application of psychological research and theory to the problems of learning, motivation , class organiz.ation and
560 CHRISTIAN PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION (2) Philosophy and practices of a Christian teacher in the classroom and on the campus. Aims of Christian schools and
control , and behavior differences.
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