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Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) Educational Leadership

EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP (M.A.T.)
This program of study prepares candidates to serve effectively as school principals. It is designed for the practitioner who does not plan to pursue a doctorate. Courses are selected to provide the graduate student with a useful blend of educational theory, administrative principles, and practical skills. It is important to consult with a program advisor prior to beginning the program.

Specialization Prerequisites: State or SDA Teacher certification and a minimum of 540 days (3 school years) of verified satisfactory full-time teaching experience prior to awarding of degree. No more than 60 days of substitute teaching may apply.

Educational Leadership

Specialization Requirements:

Basic Courses

EDUC 522PHILOSOPHY AND EDUCATION

3
EDUC 550UNDERSTANDING RESEARCH

3
EDUC 551ACTION RESEARCH

3
EDUC 571ACTION RESEARCH LAB

4
PSYC 521PSYCHOLOGY OF LEARNING

3

Educational Leadership Core

EDAD 525HUMAN RELATIONS IN EDUCATION

3
EDAD 526SCHOOL FINANCE

3
EDAD 527SCHOOL FACILITIES AND SERVICES

3
EDAD 539SUPERVISION OF INSTRUCTION, K-12

4
EDAD 545PRINCIPALSHIP, K-12

4
EDAD 550SCHOOL LAW

4
EDAD 565PRACTICUM IN ADMINISTRATION

4, 4, 4
EDUC 521PRINCIPLES OF TEACHING AND LEARNING IN INCLUSIVE CLASSROOMS

4
EDUC 556CURRICULUM PLANNING

3

Approved Electives

*Electives must be chosen in consultation with the student's adviser.

Approved Electives*

3
Total Credit Hours:48