Program Overview
The Master of Arts in Education (MAE) program equips students with the knowledge and skills to design inclusive learning environments, integrate educational theory and research, and become reflective practitioners. Students can specialize in Teacher Leadership, Higher Education Leadership, or Education Policy, preparing them for careers in diverse educational settings. The program emphasizes inquiry, equity, and social justice, fostering graduates who are committed to improving educational outcomes for all learners.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Arts in Education (MAE) program prepares students to design effective and inclusive learning environments and master best practices to support diverse learners. The program emphasizes inquiry and is grounded in commitments to equity and social justice. Courses help students to become reflective practitioners who are well-versed in educational theory and cutting-edge research.
Objectives:
- Integrate key insights from educational philosophy with the latest research on curricular design and student learning.
- Learn how to design effective and inclusive learning environments and master best practices to support diverse learners.
Outline:
Core Courses:
- Foundations of Education
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Educational Psychology
- Research Methods in Education
Concentration Courses:
Students can choose to concentrate in one of the following areas:
- Teacher Leadership:
- Leading and Managing Effective Classrooms
- Data-Driven Instruction and Assessment
- Coaching and Mentoring for Teacher Development
- Educational Leadership and Policy
- Higher Education Leadership:
- Foundations of Higher Education
- College Student Development
- Higher Education Finance and Administration
- Governance and Leadership in Higher Education
- Education Policy:
- Education Policy Analysis
- Education Law and Policy
- Education Policy and Practice
- Research Methods in Education Policy
Assessment:
Assessment methods vary depending on the course but may include:
- Exams
- Quizzes
- Papers
- Presentations
- Projects
- Portfolios
Teaching:
Professors use a variety of pedagogical strategies to model effective instructional techniques, help students learn how to apply their knowledge to various problems of practice, and engage students in meaningful discussions about current trends, challenges, and opportunities in the field of education.
Careers:
Graduates of the MAE program are prepared to work in a variety of settings, including:
- Secondary schools
- After-school programs
- Foundations and philanthropic organizations
- Educational non-profits
- Private research firms and think tanks
- University offices (e.g., development and advancement, diversity and inclusion, student affairs, academic advising, athletics)
