| Course Code | Name | Course Description |
| ED5008-8 | Teaching Diverse Learners | As the United States continues to experience increasing cultural diversity, today’s educators must become proficient in reaching diverse and exceptional students. Additionally, individuals differ in gender, sexual orientation, age, physical, and mental abilities. The purpose of this Master’s level course is to address the nature of cultural diversity, its sources, and its importance to educators. Learners will understand how to adapt instructions to the needs of diverse students, taking into consideration epistemological and axiological perspectives unique to each culture. |
| ED5012-8 | Leadership in Educational Organizations | The current condition of the public schools in the United States has been continuously associated with a "leadership crisis". Educational leaders are needed to ensure that goals are accomplished. Leaders set and seek to achieve goals, find resources, develop consensus, adapt to their environment, maintain cohesiveness within the system, and preserve a unique system of values and work flow. Leaders must develop their own minds in systems terms and see their organizations holistically, so they may transfer knowledge from one setting to another. They must develop skills and a capacity to envision the future and be able to find opportunities within their organizations and their community. This Master’s level course is about effective leadership in educational organizations and is particularly relevant for practicing school administrators, classroom teachers and others who believe that Educational Leadership is part of a solution to the perceived need to better prepare educators to redirect schooling in our nation. Learners pursuing a specialization in Educational Leadership are advised to take this as their first course of study. |
| IE5001-8 | Introduction to Global and Comparative Education | In our global world, it is increasingly important for educators to have an understanding of the theories of comparative education, national analysis, and the tools to apply global transfer and borrowing. In this Master’s level course, Students will develop the skills needed to be effective educators in a global society. Graduate Students will explore the connections between diverse education systems and evaluate various theories of comparative education. In addition, learners will debate the legitimacy of comparative education as a field of study and analyze the intersection of culture and education. Because comparative education requires an interdisciplinary approach of study, Students will engage a wide cross section of inquiry to develop a deeper understanding of global educational trends. |
| ED6001-8 | Action Research for Education | This graduate course will examine a comprehensive overview of research tools utilized by education practitioners. Students will be provided with a solid understanding of research concepts, skills, and principles such as data collection, literature reviews, and evaluation methods. |
| IE5003-8 | International Education Concepts and Theory | Students will explore concepts and theories of education systems around the world, including the cultural and historical bases of these systems and the spread of educational trends across the globe. Alternative theories and definitions of development, as expressed in international education institutions, will be evaluated. Students will be required to consider the challenges of reform and unique practices in international contexts. In addition, Students will integrate an understanding of diverse educational perspectives through the evaluation of worldwide educational systems. |
| IE5005-8 | International Organizations in Global Education | This Master’s level course introduces graduate learners to global education organizations. As educators become more knowledgeable about global education and better understand the policies and foundations of diverse cultures and educational systems, they will better be able to work with and assist other professionals with whom they previously had no connection. Learners will explore diverse topics ranging from International Baccalaureate Programs to methods of contextualizing international higher education. |
| IE5007-8 | Conflict Resolution in an International Context | In this course, Learners examine the conceptual underpinnings of peace and conflict resolution and the paradigmatic models of conflict resolution currently practiced around the globe. Substantive inquiry into a variety of peace-building approaches on local, national, and global levels will also be explored. Learners will develop an understanding and appreciation of the theoretical, conceptual, and methodological breadth of the conflict resolution in an international context. Learners are also encouraged to broaden the scope of their studies by pursuing their own particular interests in the study of conflict resolution in educational systems. Learners will have the opportunity to integrate life experiences and ideas into course activities. |
| IE5013-8 | Globalization and Educational Change | To be an effective international educator requires one to have an understanding of the basic principles and practices underlying innovation and change processes in organizations. This course will provide learners with an opportunity to understand efforts to effect positive global educational change. Learners will explore various change theories and best practices for successful implementation in the workplace against which to understand their personnel to change. They will be encouraged to act as change agents ready to expand the outlook of educational programs and examine education from a global perspective. |
| ED6002-8 | Action Research Capstone | This Master’s level course emphasizes practical research skills utilized by education practitioners. Students will develop an action research project based on the scientific method and concepts presented in ED6001. The culminating product will reflect critical thinking, graduate level writing skills, and correct APA format. This course is open only to Learners pursuing the Master of Education. |
