Degrees for Education

Masters in Education. Studies of the University of Manizales aims to promote and maintain the academic debate that confronts and strengthen teacher education, researchers from the Colombiana Education.

The research focus of the joint Master’s, aims to teach to investigate, research from macro and teamwork, to train master’s degree and knowledge that contribute to the development of the region.

Train master’s degree in Education with emphasis on teaching, to analyze and critically evaluate the main trends in contemporary teaching, making theoretical and methodological tools for management and performance of teaching research.
Know and analyze the theoretical foundations, components and procedures for developing higher education curricula and evaluation criteria for curriculum optimization in the teaching-learning process.
Problematizing the pedagogical practice of the participants work to identify relevant problems and design projects and inter-disciplinary research, contribute to the strengthening of an institutional research culture, local, regional and national levels.

The Center for Advanced Studies in Children and Youth, University of Manizales and the International Center of Education and Human Development - CINDE offers the Master of Education and Human Development.

It is aimed at professionals involved in various ways with the educational process and human and social development, within disciplines and professions such as psychology degree, social work, social communication, medicine and nursing, the speech, gerontology and family development, among others.

It is also aimed at professionals who are national or regional responsibility for designing, implementing and evaluating processes of teacher training on a professional or continuing education.

This program is articulated andalusia Doctorate in Social Sciences, Children and Youth, University of Manizales and CINDE, which means that our graduates as / as have the ability to partially approve the doctoral cycle, provided they meet all requirements the selection process of the PhD.

The Master of Education program is offered as an academic courses, part time, which aims to qualify the performance of teachers, through reflection on the new cultural configurations, which are evident in the practices and conceptions of different actors in the educational process

The program links teachers and researchers, who have developments on issues of contemporary education, teachers and the local, regional, national and international, on a face or virtual, from universities in academic excellence. Thus the Master of Education promotes and strengthens the conceptual and practical perspective on inter-and transdisciplinary.

Justification: The significant lack of trained professionals to serve as actual teachers, not to possess the pedagogical and didactic elements that support the teaching-learning process, a problem of great magnitude for the education sector in the country in general and in the department of Antioquia in particular.

The University offers a Master of Medellin where the subject and the principles of education are above forms and instruments, a Master who drink from anthropology, the micro, the philosophy of current practice in ontological hermeneutics and the cultural-historical approach, to provide elements for the analysis of the triad of education, cultural transformation, transformation of the subject. In this sense, it is to propose foundations to guide research on the implications and ways of organizing the educational process in the light of the full recognition of some of the approaches mentioned schools of thought.

In the twenty-first century with the presence of knowledge societies is meaningless without the possibility of training educators to create educational alternatives different. This is the reason for Faculty Education University promote the program Master of Education in order to prepare professional critics of education and trained to conduct research as a key strategy to qualify the educational processes in the region in the country and in Latin America.

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The proposed organization of the Masters in Education at the University of Itaúna - with an emphasis in Teacher Training - staff for the approach of knowledge as cultural and historical construction, teacher training problematized in the dialogue between different disciplines and those with the needs posed by the company .

UNVA Master of Education programs are offered under both in-class and on-line formats. The M.Ed. is a 42-credit program that prepares educators from a variety of backgrounds to add depth and breadth to their current practice. Students will be presented with the most current knowledge about teaching and learning in a community of learners who share their commitment to growth, achievement, and hard work. It gives prospective and experienced teachers in Virginia as well as any other states in the United States and elsewhere opportunities to improve their skills, knowledge, and approaches to classroom teaching and leadership.

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership Program is a professional degree program designed to prepare educational leaders. The curriculum emphasizes both theory and practice in the preparation of administrators and supervisors.

Salisbury University’s program is based upon a carefully planned knowledge base and a well-defined philosophy. Graduates of this program should possess the vision, knowledge and skills necessary to promote excellence and high achievement in the schools. Graduates should be informed practitioners, possessing a full understanding of the theories that guide practice in school administration. Most importantly, they should demonstrate competence and skill as they apply knowledge to practice in educational organizations. Our graduates should respect the individual worth of all persons and appreciate the role of education in society.

Candidates in the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership Program have the opportunity to read, study and discuss a wide range of theories and ideas related to school administration. They have many opportunities to explore ideas through research and study, as well as actual and simulated experiences in practicing the skills of school administration. They should be actively involved in acquiring an understanding of the theories and practice of educational administration through a variety of teaching and learning experiences. The role of the University in preparing educational leaders extends beyond the boundaries of the campus. The University reaches out to the community to establish positive working relationships with other educational organizations. Cooperation between the University and the schools is essential as candidates are prepared as school administrators. Finally, an ongoing association between the University and its graduates is essential as we work to meet the present and future needs of education in our community.

Objectives of the program are as follows:

Provide educators opportunities for professional development and to extend their knowledge and skills into the realms of leadership in curriculum, instruction and decisionmaking as well as the management of resources.

Provide training for potential school administrators and supervisors that will emphasize the development of skillful professional performance.

Provide academic preparation for candidates who seek certification in school administration or supervision and/or career advancement.

Provide educational leaders with skills in the use of technology to make and implement informed decisions.

Provide an opportunity for candidates to learn within the environment of an educational cohort that will encourage collegiality and professional cooperation.
Admission

Admission to the Master of Education in Educational Leadership Program at SU requires an application for graduate program admission; the application fee; official transcript from all colleges and universities attended; if applying for in-state tuition, a Residency/Domicile Information Form; and the following additional application documents and requirements specified by the Education Specialties Department:

A. Submit two letters of recommendation from qualified individuals who support the candidate’s ability for graduate study in educational administration and supervision.

B. Provide evidence of at least two years (18 months) of satisfactory teaching performance.

C. Possess an undergraduate grade point average of 2.75.

D. Meet with a faculty member in the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership Program to discuss professional goals and career objectives.
Provisional Admission

Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements may be admitted on a provisional basis as space is available.
Program of Study

Following admission to the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership Program, and prior to registration for classes, students are expected to become familiar with program requirements and to confer with the assigned faculty advisor to develop a plan of study.
Course Requirements

Candidates in the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership Program complete an approved program of study including at least 33 semester hours of graduate credit (a minimum of 24 hours completed at SU) with a cumulative average of 3.0 or higher, with no grade lower than C, and no more than six credit hours of C or C+ in the program.

The M.Ed. in Educational Leadership Program is an NCATE and Maryland State Department of Educationapproved program leading to the Administrator I certificate. Candidates who complete the M.Ed. in educational leadership and who meet the requirement of 27 months of satisfactory teaching performance will be eligible for the Administrator I certificate. However, it is the responsibility of the candidate to understand and fulfill all state requirements and to make application to the state for certification. Candidates in states other than Maryland should consult with their state Department of Education to determine specific certification requirements.

Candidates in the M.Ed. in educational leadership cohort take courses in the following sequence:

EDLD 510 Educational Leadership and Technology
EDLD 512 Educational Research and Educational Leadership
EDLD 514 Aligning Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
EDLD 516 P-12 School Administration
EDLD 517 Supervision to Improve Instruction
EDLD 550 Leadership and Change
EDLD 552 Diversity and Group Dynamics in Educational Leadership
EDLD 555 Public School Fiscal and Human Resource Management
EDLD 656 Educational Leadership Internship/Issues Analysis
EDUC 619 The Law and Public Education
Entrance into Educational Leadership Internship

Prior to enrolling in EDLD 656: Educational Leadership/Issues Analysis each candidate must complete all prerequisite courses with an overall grade point average of 3.0 or better and successfully earn a passing grade on each of the four questions on the Comprehensive Qualifying Exam. In the event that a candidate does not pass each individual question upon his or her first attempt at taking the Comprehensive Qualifying Exam, the candidate may re-take unsuccessful question areas a second time.
School Leaders Licensure Assessment

Each candidate must take the School Leaders Licensure Assessment and report his or her score to Salisbury University prior to program completion. It is recommended that candidates take the exam prior to the completion of EDLD 656. All work toward the Master of Education in educational leadership must be completed within seven calendar years from the end of the semester or summer tern in which such work began. Students must maintain a GPA of 3.0. Reporting of the School Leaders Licensure Assessment is required prior to the completion of the Master of Education Program. Satisfactory completion of this program and 27 months of satisfactory teaching experience are required for eligibility for Maryland Administrator I certification. Certification regulations may be changed by the State of Maryland.

The Program

TThe Master of Education degree in Teaching and Curriculum is designed to enhance the skills of teachers for public and private schools. The program focuses on three essential components – curriculum, instruction, and assessment – that contribute to the organization’s philosophy of learning. The Teaching and Curriculum Program is unified by its vision of critical thinking, democracy, diversity, life–long learning, nurturance, and scholarship. Courses are designed to reflect the standards of the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS). The program is offered at Penn State Harrisburg and other selected Penn State campuses.

Through this program, teachers will be able to:
Communicate more effectively with school-aged students, parents, colleagues, and administrators;
Enhance their ability to conduct instructional programs that provide a sound intellectual and emotional climate for learning;
Increase their competence in a variety of teaching methods and in the utilization of materials and content;
Interpret and evaluate educational literature and research;
Better describe and evaluate major issues and current trends in instructional curriculum practice and development.

Students may choose a general program of study in Teaching and Curriculum at all locations where the program is offered or may choose from a variety of areas of specialization at Harrisburg, including early childhood education, English as a second language, language arts, math education, or principal certification.
Admission Requirements

The M.Ed. Program in Teaching and Curriculum has four important admission requirements.

First, candidates must have achieved an overall junior/senior grade point average of 3.00 or higher. For candidates applying for admission who have completed credits beyond the baccalaureate degree, we will evaluate the last (approximately) 60 credits completed. Students must submit two copies of official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.

Second, candidates must submit two letters of recommendation. These letters must be from former professors who can attest to the academic ability of the candidate.

Third, candidates must submit a 200-300 word personal statement that addresses their career goals and reasons for pursuing a graduate degree.

Finally, candidates must submit test scores from one of the following: Graduate Record Examination, Miller Analogies Test, or Praxis examinations completed for certification. In addition, students whose native language is not English must also achieve acceptable scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

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