2015-2016 Academic Catalog (August 2015-July 2016)

Nov 21, 2024

2015-2016 Academic Catalog (August 2015-July 2016) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Master of Education (M ED)

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The Master of Education Program strives to further develop and enhance the knowledge base of the practicing professional. As individuals progress though the curriculum, improvement and refinement of professional knowledge bases, reflective analysis of practice, and judgment making capabilities are enhanced and refined.

The Master of Education is a 36 credit hour program specifically designed for licensed or license eligible teachers.*

The program consists of a 15 credit hour Professional Education core and a 21 credit hour Content Specialization. Courses are offered at convenient times with some courses offered in alternative formats such as video-conferencing and Blackboard.

Additionally, candidates may choose to enroll in coursework for re-certification, to provide greater specialization within one's field, or for professional advancement.

A maximum of six hours of transfer graduate credit may be applied to a candidate's program of study with the consent of the Director of Graduate Studies. All courses must have been taken within the past five years. At the graduate level, a full course load is nine credit hours. Any candidate planning to register for more than nine credit hours must receive approval from the Director of Graduate Studies.

*The Director of Graduate Studies may grant permission for prospective students other than licensed teachers to enroll in the program. However, enrolling in graduate courses without an Education degree will not lead to initial or advanced certification.

Master of Education

Professional Education Core

The Professional Education Core is required for all Master of Education (M ED) students.

EDUC 510 Models of Curriculum and Instruction (3)
EDUC 520 Educational Research (3)
EDUC 530 Integrating Technology in the Teaching and Learning Process (3)
EDUC 540 Assessment & Evaluation (3)
EDEL 560 Action Research/Internship II (3) *
or
RDNG 560 Action Research in Reading Education (3) *
or
SPED 560 Action Research in Special Education (3) *
*EDEL 560, RDNG 560 or SPED 560 (See specific cognate areas for course descriptions and prerequisites).

Note:

Prerequisites for EDEL 560 , RDNG 560 or SPED 560 are the completion of 24 credit-hours including EDUC 520 with a grade of "C" or better.

Educational Leadership and Supervision (PreK-Adult) Cognate

EDUC 525 Educational Trends and Issues (3)
EDUC 535 Theories of Educational Leadership (3)
EDEL 500 Public School Administration (3)
EDEL 550 Action Research/Internship I (3)
EDEL 560 Action Research/Internship II (3)
EDEL 570 Organization and Management of Public Schools (3)
EDEL 580 Public School Law (3)
EDEL 590 School and Community Relations (3)
Total: 21 credit hours

Note:

EDEL 560 is required for candidates seeking a certification in Educational Leadership. Candidates must have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours of coursework including EDUC 520 to be eligible to take EDEL 560 .

All candidates seeking an endorsement from WVBOE in Educational Leadership are required to pass PRAXIS II: Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision content assessment test.

Reading Specialist (PreK-Adult) Cognate

Note:

RDNG 560 is required for candidates seeking certification as a Reading Specialist. Candidates must have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours of coursework including EDUC 520 to be eligible to take RDNG 560 .

RDNG 530

and

RDNG 550

are prerequisites for

RDNG 570

All candidates seeking an endorsement from WVBOE as a Reading Specialist are required to pass PRAXIS II: Reading Specialist content assessment test.

Special Education (Multi-categorical) Endorsement - Excluding Autism

All candidates seeking an endorsement from WVDOE for Special Education (Multi-categorical) are required to pass the PRAXIS II: Multi-categorical Special Education (BD excluding Autism, MD, SLD) Special Education: Core Knowledge and Mild to Moderate Applications (#0543).

Candidates who already hold a master's degree from an accredited institution and teacher certification/licensure may pursue a content specialization in multi-categorical education by completing the 21 hours of pedagogy.

Candidates who hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and certification in a specific content area (as specified in WV Policy 5100) may pursue a multi-categorical endorsement by completing 21 hours of pedagogy.

Required Courses Listed Below:

Special Education (Multi-categorical) Endorsement - Including Autism

All candidates seeking an endorsement from WVDOE for Autism are required to hold a Multi-categorical endorsement/certification.

Required Courses Listed Below:

Note:

Individuals who already hold a multi-categorical certification will complete the M. Ed. in Special Education; however, they must select two courses (6 hours) from the following to substitute for SPED 512 and SPED 525:

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Additional Certification Programs

Two certification programs are offered for students who possess a Masters degree in an education-related field:

1) Educational Leadership & Supervision Certification Program (Pre K - Adult)

*Masters Required

EDEL 500 Public School Administration (3)
EDEL 550 Action Research/Internship I (3)
EDEL 560 Action Research/Internship II (3)
EDEL 570 Organization and Management of Public Schools (3)
EDEL 580 Public School Law (3)
EDEL 590 School and Community Relations (3)
Total: 18 credit hours

Note:

All candidates seeking an endorsement from WVBOE in Educational Leadership are required to pass PRAXIS II: Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision content assessment test.

Education leadership candidates must receive a letter of recommendation from an educational administrator (such as as principal, supervisor, director, or superintendent) supporting their admission to the program.

Candidates must also be employed by a K-12 school system each semester that they are enrolled in education leadership courses.

2) Reading Specialist Certification Program (Pre K - Adult)

*Masters Required

Note:

All candidates seeking an endorsement from WVBOE as a Reading Specialist are required to pass PRAXIS II: Reading Specialist content assessment test.

Graduate Tuition Reduction Program

Concord University offers a discounted rate to eligible teachers employed in select counties. Full-time teachers in Fayette, Greenbrier, Mercer, McDowell, Monroe, Raleigh, Summers, Wyoming Counties in West Virginia, and Bland, Giles and Tazewell Counties in Virginia. Graduate students requesting this fee must provide proof of full-time employment to the Director of Graduate Studies. See Tuition and Fees (Clinical Fees).

Financial Aid is available for students who carry a full course load of nine credit hours and enrolled in the full 36-hour program. Inquiries may be directed to the Financial Aid Office.

Admission to the M.Ed. Program Prospective students applying for admission to the program must meet the following requirements:

Hold a baccalaureate degree in an education field with a minimum 2.50 GPA from a regionally accredited institution.
Be licensed or license eligible to teach;*A copy of professional licensure must be attached to the application.
Complete the Application for Admission and submit it with a $30.00 fee.
Provide official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate classes (with the exception of Concord University). Provide 2 letters recommending admission into the program. One letter must be submitted by an individual who has supervised, evaluated, or observed the candidate in the classroom setting.
Return the completed Dispositions Assessment.
Provide official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test scores or Miller Analogies Test (MAT) scores at the 50th percentile or above.

Candidates may receive conditional acceptance and complete a maximum of nine (9) credit hours prior to satisfying all admission requirements. However, a copy of professional licensure and official transcripts must be on file prior to enrolling in coursework. Candidates are encouraged to complete all requirements for admission prior to beginning coursework.

Master of Education (M ED)

Master of Education

Professional Education Core

Note:

*Educational Leadership and Supervision (PreK-Adult) Cognate*

Note:

*Reading Specialist (PreK-Adult) Cognate*

Note:

*Special Education (Multi-categorical) Endorsement - Excluding Autism*

Required Courses Listed Below:

*Special Education (Multi-categorical) Endorsement - Including Autism*

Required Courses Listed Below:

Note:

Additional Certification Programs

1) Educational Leadership & Supervision Certification Program (Pre K - Adult)

Note:

2) Reading Specialist Certification Program (Pre K - Adult)

Note:

Graduate Tuition Reduction Program

Educational Leadership and Supervision (PreK-Adult) Cognate

Reading Specialist (PreK-Adult) Cognate

Special Education (Multi-categorical) Endorsement - Excluding Autism

Special Education (Multi-categorical) Endorsement - Including Autism