Master of Arts [M.A] [Education] From United States University

Students who have earned a bachelor?s degree in mathematics, science, social science, music, physical education, Spanish or English can complete a teaching credential in little over a year. Students who have already earned a teaching credential and a bachelor?s degree ? and would like to advance their careers into school administration ? can pursue a Master of Arts in education.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Write and present scholarly essays on policy, programs and issues relating to education and education leadership.

• Apply quantitative and qualitative research to practical problems in education.

• Effectively gather, analyze and integrate information to guide practice.

• Critically analyze the historical, social, economic, and political influences on education institutions and practices.

• Identify and analyze social, legal and ethical issues that arise in education practices and institutions.

• Analyze research and theories exposing inequities in educational access, opportunities and practices; propose solutions to enhance rather than restrict opportunities.

• Collaborate in a community of practice.

• Develop a range of skills and knowledge that facilitate mastery in the area of education and include 21st century knowledge and skills.