uoit – masters of education
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UOIT – Masters of Education. Dr. Robin Kay Director of Graduate Studies [email protected]. Information Page. Go to: uoitgradedu.weebly.com. Agenda. 1. Background. 2. Program Overview. 3 . Admission Requirements. 4. Application Process. 5. Contact Information. Background. Focus - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Agenda
1. Background
2. Program Overview
4. Application Process
5. Contact Information
3. Admission Requirements
Background
Focus Started in 2008 Educators are VERY busy Not Online – too detached Virtual Classroom
Face to Face but Online
Background
Focus Only 3 Educational & Technology
programs in Canada
Critical need for specialists in education who can offer the kind of informed leadership that is necessary to prepare future generations of students
Our Current Students
150 students enrolled – 85% part time Different locations
Durham, Ontario, Canada, United States, China, Bangladesh
Different experience K-6, Intermediate, Secondary, Higher
Education, Trainers, Administration, Technology Support
Our Current Students
Dynamic interactions Wide-range of perspectives Multiple-skill sets (technology + education) Vibrant discussions Strong bonding among students Future leaders
Program Overview
Areas of Focus Education and Digital Technologies Leadership and Administration Curriculum Adult Education English Language Learning
Program Overview
Degrees & Diplomas M.A.
6 courses + M.A. Thesis M.Ed.
8 courses + M.Ed. Project 9 courses + Portfolio
Diploma 4 courses
Program Overview
Virtual Classrooms Face-to-face from home High Speed Internet + Webcam + Microphone 10 to 20 students per class 2-3 hours per class High interactive + small group discussions Collaborative Personalized Assignments Leading edge technology & resources
Program Overview
Program Overview
Courses Fall
Sept to Dec (12 weeks – One Evening) Winter
Jan to April (12 weeks – One Evening) Spring
May to June (6 weeks – Two Evenings) May to Mid July
Admission Requirements
4 year undergraduate degree or 3 year degree + B.Ed.
Overall B average + minimum B average in last 4 semesters (send transcripts)
2 reference letters Statement of Interest
Why UOIT is a good match Relevant experience
(education/technology/research)
Application Process
Deadlines January 2014 (Entry)
Application due Oct 1st ($100) but you have until Oct 20th to load references, statement of intent, transcripts
We let you know by mid November May 2014 (Entry)
Application due Feb 1st and you have until Feb 20th to load references, statement of intent, transcripts
We let you know by March
Application Process
Details Two letters of recommendation One official or certified copy (certified by the
institution) of previous academic transcripts Statement of Intent A photocopy of your degree parchment(s) Proof of English language proficiency Go to: tinyurl.com/uoit-grad-educ
Contact Information
Details Program Email:
[email protected] Faculty of Education Website:
education.uoit.ca/graduate Graduate Studies Website:
www.gradstudies.uoit.ca Program Director: Dr. Robin Kay
[email protected] Program Assistant: Ms. Susan Snelling