Master of Education in Educational Administration
This 24-month program provides opportunities for educators to develop skills in the areas of school management, law, finance, and instructional supervision to be effective leaders.
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Program Overview
The Master of Education in Educational Administration is a 36-credit program designed for graduate level educators who are presently teachers or administrators in a school setting and have regular weekly access to a school and classrooms. The Master of Education in Educational Administration will provide opportunities for educators to learn and develop skills and strategies in the areas of school management, law, finance, and instructional supervision to be an effective leader.
The goal of the program is to develop scholars-practitioners who will learn and practice advanced skills in designing, implementing and analyzing effective research-based strategies in school leadership so they can provide an active, positive and effective leadership in the school environment. All students enrolled in the Master of Education in Educational Administration degree program will demonstrate and apply knowledge and skills related to PSEL and NELP organization standards. These standards are approved by NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education).
Course Structure
Code | Course |
---|---|
EDA509 | Essential Instructional Strategies |
EDA519 | Child and Adolescent Development |
EDA529 | Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment |
EDA539 | Special Needs Students |
EDA549 | Principles of School Leadership and Management |
EDA559 | Education Law |
EDA569 | Education Finance |
EDA579 | Foundations of Education |
EDA589 | Personnel Management and Supervision |
EDA599 | Principles of Continuous Improvement |
EDA609 | Mentored Practicum/ Internship |
EDA619 | Portfolio Project |
Entry Requirements
- Successful completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university – The degree must be verified on official transcripts sent by the awarding institution directly to Acacia University. Mail or secure electronic delivery is accepted.
International applicants: Applicants submitting transcripts from non-US institutions must have their transcript evaluated by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member agency. This requirement does not apply to international applicants who received a degree from a US college or university. - English language competency – Applicants whose first language is not English and do not have a bachelor’s degree from a university in which instruction is conducted in English must provide evidence of English proficiency. The following are accepted exams and minimum scores required for admission:
- 60 on the paper-delivered Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT), or 71 on the Internet Based Test (iBT)
- 6.5 on the International English Language Test (IELTS)
- 50 on the Pearson Test of English Academic Score Report
- 100 on the Duolingo English Test
- 55 on the 4-skill Michigan English Test (MET)
- 650/LP on the Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Competency in English (ECCE)
- 650/LP on the Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE)
- A minimum score on the College Board Accuplacer ESL Exam Series as follows: ESL Language Use: Score of 85
- ESL Listening: Score of 80
- ESL Reading: Score of 85
- ESL Sentence Meaning: Score of 90
- ESL Writeplacer: Score of 4
- Comprehensive Score for all exams of 350
- A minimum grade of Pre-1 on the Eiken English Proficiency Exam;
- A minimum B-2 English proficiency level identified within the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) standards and assessed through various ESOL examinations, including the University of Cambridge
- Verification of a teaching position or access to classrooms – confirmation of classroom and connectivity attestation through either a signed form https://www.acacia.edu/required-classroom-and-connectivity-attestation.pdf or declared via the Classroom and Connectivity Access Attestation section in the website admission form.
- The Master of Arts in Elementary Education requires access to elementary classrooms.
- The Master of Arts in Secondary Education requires access to secondary classrooms.
- The Master of Education in Educational Administration requires a minimum of 2 years of prior successful teaching experience and access to classrooms.
- The Master of Education in Special Education requires access to Special Education classrooms for implementation of strategies and assignments.
- The Master of Education in English as a Second Language requires access to classrooms with ESL students.
- Ongoing access to computer technology – All Acacia University courses are presented online so each applicant must have a computer and internet access to participate.
Learning Outcomes
Live & interactive lectures by expert faculties
Recorded session for offline viewing
World-class curriculum by eminent faculty
Regular webinars by industry leaders
Assignments for module assessments
Easy-to-use LMS accessible anywhere
Online library to further enhance your knowledge
Dissertation on your area of research work
Program Details
EDA509 Essential Instructional Strategies
This course emphasizes methods of teaching and learning proven to be effective in all classrooms. Emphasizing visual representations, engaging students, assessing learning, and teaching comprehension, these strategies build skills that are essential for learning any content, expressing ideas, and for the transference of knowledge.
EDA519 Child and Adolescent Development
This course focuses on effective implementation of developmentally appropriate strategies in the classroom and school. Participants explore domains and stages of development within ranges from birth to age 18. The role of culture in the learning process is explored in relation- ship of impacting development. Stages related to cognitive, emotional, physical, and social development are addressed with strategies to facilitate student growth in each area. Many examples are provided for all grade levels and for special populations to assist the teacher and administrator in understanding and providing developmentally appropriate environments.
EDA529 Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
This course builds an understanding of academic curriculum content and assessments. Understanding and using Common Core Standards in planning, instruction, and assessment are highlighted. Curriculum and assessment development strategies relate to classroom as well as school-wide plans. Types of assessments are explored and strategies for developing content assessments that align to the curriculum are presented. Participants learn how to relate the curriculum and assessments to state, provincial, or country standards and adjust for diverse populations.
EDA539 Special Needs Students
This course involves focuses on special populations of students with special needs, including English language learners, gifted, and various handicapping disabilities. An overview of assessing needs, methods of teaching, and meeting needs of diverse students is presented. Many examples are provided for all grade levels and for special populations to assist the administrator and teacher in planning and implementing effective programs in the classroom and school.
EDA549 Principles of School Leadership and Management
This course presents a survey of research in leadership, management, and strategic planning. It also focuses on an in-depth study of knowledge and skills required to be an effective educational leader. The roles of the principal, district leaders, and school administrators are explored.
EDA559 Education Law
This course emphasizes general education law, public laws influencing the administration of schools, and current issues in law related to classrooms, schools, districts, and individuals. Certification and employment issues are addressed as well as bullying, special education, and desegregation.
EDA569 Education Finance
In this course, education funding, financial management, and the economics of education are addressed. Sources of revenue and the administering a school budget are explored and compared among a variety of educational institutions.
EDA579 Foundations of Education
This course features an emphasis on the historical, philosophical, and theoretical development of public education in elementary and high schools. It also focuses on educational models and elements of school operation in relationship to the issues and challenges of the 21st century. Reform movements are explored and compared.
EDA589 Personnel Management and Supervision
This course is a survey of personnel management, coupled with a detailed study of supervision of faculty and staff in school settings. Staffing options are explored in the context of school goals and student needs. The provision of professional development, supervision, and teacher evaluation are presented with applied projects provided to build an understanding of personnel administration.
EDA599 Principles of Continuous Improvement
This course addresses the knowledge and skills needed to provide systematic and systemic planning and implementation of strategic initiatives. Principles of school improvement, strategic planning, organizing for effectiveness, and ongoing involvement of stakeholders related to the educational institution are explored through individual and collaborative projects.
EDA609 Mentored Practicum/ Internship
The goal of this capstone course is to build mentoring and leadership skills to be applied in online and onsite practicum experiences. Mentoring in online classes previously taken strengthens concept development and communication skills. Onsite mentoring and project development develops leadership skills in instructional, personnel, and other areas of school management. In addition to the fieldwork from previous classes and the mentoring project, administrative majors complete the Administrative Internship totaling a minimum of 270 clock hours of Internship. Supervision from online and onsite administrators is an effective part of this leadership practicum.
EDA619 Portfolio Project
The goal of this capstone course is to have the experience of designing, conducting, analyzing, and presenting a project that demonstrates some aspect of implementing the administrative practices learned in the master’s program. Research methods are addressed and culminate in an action research project with results presented publicly.
Acacia University
Acacia University, Arizona, US, stands as a symbol of regeneration, perseverance, and integrity and is on a mission to make learning a long-lasting, invigorating experience. Acacia’s origin dates back to 2003 when Educational Cyberconnections, Inc. began a partnership with the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA) to provide onsite training to CITA schools in Egypt, Pakistan, United Emirates, and China. This training created a demand for additional and continuing training that resulted in establishing an onsite and online program under the title of CITA Teacher Certification Program. Then in 2005, Power-Ed and CITA developed and delivered a web-based curriculum (24 credits) that could be delivered via the Internet throughout the world. The school became the American Graduate School of Education and the name change to Acacia University was approved by the State Board for Private Postsecondary Education – State of Arizona on May 11, 2012, effective June 1, 2011. .
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