2013 Cohort - Master of Arts in Education (MAE) - for teacher leaders in American International Schools

Tentative course schedule

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Summer 2013

EDLEAD 6206 Orientation to ISSL and Educational Leadership -- 2 unit(s)

(Tailored for teacher leaders in American international schools) Orientation to the study and practice of teacher leadership, framed around the 7 Teacher Leader Model Standards, and current and historical trends impacting school leadership.

Online via eLearning June 10–August 2
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EDLEAD 6289 Seminar: Culturally Relevant Teaching -- 3 unit(s)

Examine the practical implications of culturally relevant teaching practices with particular attention to curriculum design and implementation for global citizens.

Online via eLearning June 10–August 2
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COMM 5344 Intercultural Communication -- 3 unit(s)

Critical analysis of the multiple ways culture, perception, and communication influence each other. Offers a blend of theory, research, and hands-on application. Prerequisite(s): junior standing.

Online via eLearning July 8–August 2
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Fall 2013

EDLEAD 6282 Leading School Growth and Improvement -- 2 unit(s)

(Tailored for teacher leaders in American international schools) Study of the teacher leader's role in leading school growth and improvement and the change process. Corequisite(s): MEASRES 6205.

Via interactive video technologies and online via eLearning

MEASRES 6205 Educational Research -- 3 unit(s)

An introduction to research methods relevant to educational research with an emphasis on how these methods address the challenges of conducting research in applied settings such as schools. Course content includes a survey of major types of research designs (both quantitative and qualitative) and their associated approaches for minimizing bias, establishing validity, collecting data, and drawing conclusions. A primary goal of this course is to equip students with an understanding of basic concepts and tools so they can systematically locate, efficiently read and critically evaluate empirical research studies.

Online via eLearning

Spring 2014

EDLEAD 6249 Leading Learning, Teaching and Curriculum -- 3 unit(s)

(Tailored for teacher leaders in American international schools) Extensive study in the knowledge and skills needed by teacher leaders to help lead the development and delivery of curriculum, assessment and instruction focused on student achievement.

Online via eLearning

EDLEAD 6286 Studies in Educational Leadership

--2 unit(s)
Online via eLearning

INSTTECH 6232 Selection and Integration of Instructional Technology -- 3 unit(s)

Examines new technologies that generate need for new literacies for 21st century students. Includes procedures for selection and integration of instructional technologies to support learning.

Online via eLearning

Summer 2014

EDLEAD 6245 Leadership for Effective Schools -- 3 unit(s)

Study of contemporary leadership, change and staff development in school organizations.

Via interactive video technologies and online via eLearning

EDPSYCH 6214 Foundations of Instructional Psychology -- 3 unit(s)

Study of factors involved in designing and implementing effective instructional environments.

Online via eLearning

TESOL 6286 Studies in Teaching in Multilingual Contexts -- 3 unit(s)

Online via eLearning

Fall 2014

EDLEAD 6284 Evaluator Approval for Improved Student Learning -- 3 unit(s)

Development of knowledge of various problems and procedures in the organization of elementary and secondary school professional growth. Special emphasis on supervision processes and identifying and analyzing effective teaching and performance behaviors. Prerequisite(s): EDLEAD 6206; EDLEAD 6245; or consent of instructor.

Online via eLearning

EDLEAD 6289 Seminar: Community Connections I -- 2 unit(s)

Online via eLearning

EDLEAD 6292 Capstone ISSL -- 1 unit(s)

(Tailored for teacher leaders in American international schools) Culminating activities that demonstrate application and synthesize the 7 Teacher Leader Model Standards. Prerequisite(s): EDLEAD 6206; or consent of instructor.

Via interactive video technologies and online via eLearning

Services and support

Support services such as access to the UNI Rod Library, UNI Financial Aid and technical assistance will be readily available.