MASTER OF ARTS in EDUCATION  – 2003-05 Catalog
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MA Education
with Specializations in:

       Counseling and Guidance

       Curriculum and Instruction

       Educational Administration

       Literacy and Reading

       Special Education

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

The Master of Arts degree program in Education is designed to provide a broad-based perspective of education and increased competence in positions of special responsibility. The specializations are closely related to the occupational and professional requirements of a variety of pursuits in the fields of education, counseling, college student affairs, and agencies involved with community affairs.

ADMISSION

Admission to the MA in Education degree programs minimally require the following:

·        3.0 GPA in last 90 quarter units

·        Letters of recommendation

·        Bachelors degree from an accredited college or University

 

Each specialization below may list additional requirements for the specific program (see the Graduate section of this catalog for additional information).

PROGRAM OF STUDY

All specializations require a minimum of 45 quarter units of acceptable graduate work, with at least 24 units of 500-level Education courses. Courses taken in these programs may also be applied toward related credentials.

 

The candidate must maintain a grade point average of 3.0 (B) or better in all coursework attempted subsequent to admission to postbaccalaureate standing. Calculation of the grade point average will include all grades, although only the courses with A, B, or C grades will be counted to satisfy requirements for the degree. Required courses with a D or F grade must be repeated in all MA programs. All candidates must meet the current Graduation Writing Requirement.

 

Credits earned in student teaching will not be accepted toward completion of any specialization within the Master of Arts in Education. At least 36 program-required quarter units shall be completed in residence. Transfer and/or extension credits will only be accepted when the credits are acceptable for master's degree credit by the offering institution in its own programs.

Advising

The candidate must meet with his/her advisor on a regular basis. Continued consultation with the advisor will assist a smooth progression toward completion of the degree.

Formal Study Plan

The candidate is required to file a formal study plan prior to completion of 12 units in his/her program. This Formal Study Plan is completed in consultation with the program advisor and helps the candidate schedule a set of courses and electives in a sequence that results in completion of an MA program in a timely manner. A Formal Study Plan is required prior to Advancement to Candidacy.

Advancement to Candidacy

Advancement to master's degree candidacy requires:

·        Completing at least 24 quarter units of program-required courses in residence, specified in a formal program of study, with minimum grade point average of 3.0;

·        Having met the university  Graduation Writing Requirements;

·        Receiving  formal recommendation of the specialization faculty.

·        GPA of 3.0 in all coursework included on the formal program of study, and in all coursework completed subsequent to admission to postbaccalaureate standing.

·        Having satisfactorily met any conditions of admission.

Culminating Experience

Depending on the specialization, final assessment of a candidate's progress shall include a comprehensive written examination and EDUC 590 Research Applications in Education, or the completion of a thesis/project. Students must enroll in EDUC 599 Thesis/Project for every quarter in which they are receiving advisement.

MA Education, Specialization in
COUNSELING & GUIDANCE

The program is designed to prepare students for careers in public or private school counseling or student affairs work in higher education. Admission to the program, which occurs only in spring quarter, requires references, an autobiographical statement, and an interview. Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential candidates must meet credential requirements of the State of California. Only six quarter units of fieldwork experience will apply toward the M.A., although additional fieldwork will be required to meet PPS credential and student affairs requirements. Student affairs candidates must include EDUC 562 in their formal program of study. EDUC 590 and a comprehensive written examination or EDUC 599 are required for degree completion. Candidates whose goals are for clinical counseling careers in agency settings or in private practice should refer to the Master of Science degree program in Psychology in the Psychology and Human Development Department.

Education Core

 

EDUC 586 Introduction to Inquiry in Education

3

EDUC 587 Educ Foundations & Current Issues

4

EDUC 588 Education, Culture and Learning

4

EDUC 589 Educational Research Methods

3

Required in the Area of Specialization

 

EDUC 555 Counseling and Communication

4

EDUC 556 Ethnic Counseling

4

EDUC 557 Career Development

4

EDUC 560 Counseling Theories and Assessment

4

EDUC 561 Group Counseling

3

EDUC 573 Field Experience–Counseling

6

EDUC 590 Research Applications in Education
(If EDUC 599 Thesis/Project is selected in lieu of EDUC 590, the student must register for credit each quarter of advisement.)

3

Electives (to be selected with advisor's approval)

6

 

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MA Education, Specialization in
CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION

The Curriculum and Instruction Specialization aims at expanding the candidate's instructional skills and knowledge of curriculum at the elementary and/or secondary level. Candidates may want to improve their skills as classroom teachers; they may choose to enter positions as curriculum specialists or instructional team leaders; or they may seek employment in the private sector in curriculum development and training related positions. Courses taken in this program may be applied toward a fifth year of study for an advanced multiple or single subject teaching credential. In addition to the general prerequisites, applicants must have successfully completed student teaching or the equivalent prior to entering the program.

EDUC 590 and a comprehensive written examination, or EDUC 599, are required for the completion of a master's degree with a specialization in curriculum and instruction.

 

Education Core

 

EDUC 586 Introduction to Inquiry in Education

3

EDUC 587 Educ Foundations & Current Issues

4

EDUC 588 Education, Culture and Learning

4

EDUC 589 Educational Research Methods

3

Required in Area of Specialization

 

EDUC 501 Problems and Practices in Curriculum Development

3

EDUC 503 Seminar in Language Arts Curriculum and Methods

4

EDUC 504 Seminar in Science and Mathematics Curriculum and Methods

4

EDUC 505 Seminar in Social Studies Curriculum and Methods

4

EDUC 506 Models of Instruction

4

EDUC 532 Adv. Field Experiences in Education

3

EDUC 590 Research Applications in Education
(If EDUC 599 Thesis/Project is selected in lieu of EDUC 590, the student must register for credit each quarter of advisement.)

3

Electives (selected with advisor's approval)

4-6

 

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MA Education, Specialization in
EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION

This program is designed for career candidates in educational administration. It emphasizes a comprehensive knowledge of educational administration including applied theory of administration and leadership, schools in contemporary society, and effective management related to educational outcomes. While designed for career school administrators, the program can be helpful for administrators in other fields. EDUC 590 and a comprehensive written examination, or EDUC 599, are required for completion of a masters degree with a specialization in Educational Administration. Work in this program may be applicable to an Administrative Services Credential.

 

Education Core

 

EDUC 586 Introduction to Inquiry in Education

3

EDUC 587 Educ Foundations & Current Issues

4

EDUC 588 Education, Culture and Learning

4

EDUC 589 Educational Research Methods

3

Required in the Area of Specialization

 

EDUC 512 Educational Organization & Mgmt 

4

EDUC 513 Educ. Planning & Decision Making

4

EDUC 590 Research Applications in Education
(If EDUC 599 Thesis/Project is selected in lieu of EDUC 590, the student must register for credit each quarter of advisement.)

3

Electives (to enhance candidate's career goal, with advisor approval)

20

Possible electives: EDUC 501, 510, 511, 514, 515, 516, 518, 542.

 

 

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MA Education, Specialization in
LITERACY AND READING

The Master of Arts degree in Education with a specialization in Literacy and Reading is designed to provide teachers with professional development in research-based literacy practices and reading program development at the school and district level. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of three years classroom teaching experience before applying for admission to the program.

 

EDUC 590 and a comprehensive written examination, or EDUC 599 and a Literacy Instruction Portfolio are required for the completion of a master's degree with a specialization in Literacy and Reading.

Education Core

 

EDUC 586 Introduction to Inquiry in Education

3

EDUC 587 Educ Foundations & Current Issues

4

EDUC 588 Education, Culture and Learning

4

EDUC 589 Educational Research Methods

3

Required in Area of Specialization

 

EDUC 525 Literacy and Reading Processes, Programs, and Technology

4

EDUC 526 Diagnostic Procedures in Literacy and Reading

4

EDUC 530 Secondary, College, and Adult Literacy Practices

4

EDUC 532 Adv. Field Experiences in Education

3

EDUC 590 Research Applications in Education
 (If EDUC 599 Thesis/Project is selected in lieu of EDUC 590, the student must register for credit each quarter of advisement.)

3

Electives (to be selected with advisor's approval)

13

Suggested electives: EDUC 529, 531.

 

 

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MA Education, Specialization in
SPECIAL EDUCATION

The Master of Arts degree with a specialization in Special Education is an academic program that offers the student an opportunity for advanced learning in Special Education. Applicants must meet personal and professional standards, including necessary qualifying examinations, presentation of personal recommendations, and a personal interview.

Approved units for the master's degree program can be applied towards the requirements for a Professional Clear Level II Education Specialist Credential. It is also possible for the qualified student to complete the requirements for the Specialist Credential while pursuing the requirements for the Master of Arts degree in Education.

EDUC 590 and a comprehensive written examination, or EDUC 599, are required for the completion of the Master's degree with a specialization in Special Education.

Education Core

 

EDUC 586 Introduction to Inquiry in Education

3

EDUC 587 Educ Foundations & Current Issues

4

EDUC 588 Education, Culture and Learning

4

EDUC 589 Educational Research Methods

3

Required in Area of Specialization

 

EDUC 547 Atypical Learning Patterns and Curricular Adaptations

4

EDUC 553 Current Issues, Emerging Research and Practices in Special Education

4

EDUC 590 Research Applications in Education
or EDUC 599 Thesis/Project (3) (3) (the student must register for credit each quarter of advisement)

3/6

Electives (to be selected with advisor's approval)

17/20

 

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