Education
Our Master of Arts in Teaching program provides courses designed for teachers and school administrators. Classes are offered in convenient, 7-week accelerated formats at our Boston campus and taught by faculty who are expert practitioners in their fields. The coursework is beneficial to professional development for veteran educators and newcomers alike.
Spotlighted Graduate Education Courses
See below for a selection of our most popular courses for working professionals:
Child and Adolescent Development
This course offers a comprehensive view of research and theories dealing with the development of individuals from birth through adolescence. Students will focus on the stages of cognitive, emotional, intellectual, moral, physical, and social development of the first two decades of life. Using clear understanding of relevant research and theories, students will explore strategies for applying this knowledge to instructional practices as they relate directly to student performance. Finally, students will identify atypical characteristics and instructional implications for recognizing and accommodating the exceptional child.
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Course Number |
Sessions Running |
Location |
Day |
Time |
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EDUC 5401.05 |
Fall 1, 2012 |
Boston |
Wednesdays |
6-10 p.m. |
Ethical and Professional Leadership
Educational leaders face ethical issues in the classroom and school setting. Through readings, discussion and analysis of case studies, students will reflect upon leadership styles. Issues of vision, influence, empowerment and inspiration will be addressed and students will develop competencies and strategies to confront and deal with ethical challenges.
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Course Number |
Sessions Running |
Location |
Day |
Time |
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EDUC 5503.05 |
This course will be offered in the 2013-2014 Academic Year. |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
Classroom and Behavior Management
The primary goal of this course is to provide each student with an understanding of the classroom management knowledge base and a framework for developing a personal management model that centers on concern for each individual student in his/her classroom. The development of such a model requires an understanding of the growing knowledge base and research. This offers alternatives to traditional practices of classroom management.
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Course Number |
Sessions Running |
Location |
Day |
Time |
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EDUC 5625.05 |
This course will be offered in the 2013-2014 Academic Year. |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
Technology Integration for Educators
This course assists educators to become technologically proficient using current and emergent technologies. Topics covered encompass aspects of technology planning, online learning, learning webs, program evaluation as well as social issues relating to technology integration and change. Participants learn the roles and responsibilities of various technology leaders and utilize an array of technology applications to enhance classroom instructions, motivate learners, and connect home and school.
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Course Number |
Sessions Running |
Location |
Day |
Time |
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EDUC 5701.05 |
Fall 2, 2012 |
Boston |
Saturdays |
