Master of Arts in Education
Master of Arts in Education (MA ED)
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The goal of this degree program is to build the capacity of educators to promote social justice in their schools and communities through improved teaching practice, curriculum development, instructional design and assessment, program planning, and research. This program also prepares graduates to assume leadership and consulting roles in organizations with an educational focus.
The Master of Arts in Education Program offers courses emphasizing curriculum and instruction. Students enroll in four courses designed specifically to enhance their curriculum development and assessment skills.
Multiple learning modalities available: In-person, hybrid, and fully online courses.
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REQUIRED COURSES
- Trends in Curriculum Development
- Social Justice, Diversity, and Equity
- Educational Assessment/Evaluation
- Introduction to Educational Research
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
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Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
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Submission of a completed application
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Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
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Current résumé or curriculum vitae (CV)
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Two letters of recommendation (academic and/or professional)
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Statement of Intent outlining your interest in this program, relevant experience, and professional goals
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Interview with the Program Director
Distinctions of the NDNU MA ED Program
- Candidates used action research as the foundation for their master’s thesis, allowing the opportunity to investigate in depth a particular area of curriculum and instruction within their own classroom or school
- Credentialed teachers can transfer up to 15-units of graduate level coursework not applied to another degree
- Program graduates include master teachers, mentors, department chairs, school leaders, instructional designers, curriculum developers, educational consultants, managers in non- profit organizations, college and university faculty
15-UNITS OF ELECTIVES FROM NDNU
Credential candidates can select the 15-units of electives from their credential coursework.
Teachers who have completed their single or multiple subject teaching credential can transfer in 15-units not previously applied to another degree and/or select 15-units of electives from any credential or other MA courses in the education department
Carolyn Piraino Ed.D. Susan Charles Ed.D.
Program Director Program Director
cpiraino@ndnu.edu scharles@ndnu.edu
650-508-3473
State Authorization for Online Programs
The Department of Education requires that institutions offering online or distance learning programs outside of their home states must seek authorization to operate from regulatory bodies in those states. Each state has a different set of requirements when it comes to allowing out-of-state colleges and universities to offer online degree programs to its residents.