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Master of Arts in Education
Early Childhood Education
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Program Description
The Master of Arts in Education with a specialization in Early Childhood Education is a graduate degree for educators seeking knowledge and expertise in the field of early childhood development and teaching. The curriculum includes instructional strategies, teaching methodologies, assessment techniques, theories of early childhood growth and development, and the impact of family and cultural diversity on early childhood.
The Master of Arts in Education degree program involves a variety of learning formats, depending upon the subject matter and competencies to be developed. These formats include lecture, group work, and self-directed learning. Additional time is required outside of the formal class sessions for homework, learning team meetings, and project activities.
All of the specializations have a research component, and most culminate with an Action Research Project. All project work integrates the theoretical aspects of education and the practical experience of the adult learner through the identification and exploration of a significant problem related to the student's area of professional responsibilities and interest.
The core curriculum in each area is completed in the order recommended by the University. The University reserves the right to modify the curriculum as necessary. All general academic policies of the University are applicable.
| Course # | Course Title | Credits | Prerequisite(s) | |
| *COM 516 | Professional Communications | 1 | |
| EDD 570 | Introduction to Educational Research | 2 | |
| EDD 520 | Critical Issues in Education | 3 | |
| ECH 505 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 | |
| ECH 512 | Growth and Development in Early Childhood | 3 | |
| EDD 574 | Action Research Outline | 1 | EDD 570 |
| QNT 575 | Measurement, Evaluation and Ethics in Research | 2 | |
| ECH 531 | Methods of Teaching in Early Childhood I | 3 | |
| ECH 533 | Methods of Teaching in Early Childhood II | 3 | |
| ECH 547 | Early Childhood Assessment Strategies | 3 | |
| EDD 575 | Action Research Proposal | 1 | EDD 574 |
| ECH 537 | Foundations of Early Childhood Curriculum | 3 | |
| EDD 573 | Applications of Research | 2 | |
| ECH 542 | Early Childhood Play Theories | 3 | |
| ECH 522 | Family and Community Involvement | 3 | |
| EDD 576 | Action Research Presentation | 1 | EDD 575 |
| Total Credits | 37 | |
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