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WELCOME TO CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS
Master of Arts in EducationAdvising Session
Spring 2009
(760) 750-4277www.csusm.edu/coe
College of EducationMission Statement
The mission of the College of Education Community is to collaboratively transform public education by preparing thoughtful educators and advancing professional practices. We are committed to diversity, educational equity, and social justice, exemplified through reflective teaching, life-long learning, innovative research, and ongoing service. Our practices demonstrate a commitment to student centered education, diversity, collaboration, professionalism, and shared governance.
Nancy Proclivo – Director(760) [email protected]
John Bowman – Outreach Coordinator Middle Level Advisor (760) 750-8522 [email protected]
Sylvia Hernandez –Lead Credential Analyst(760) [email protected]
Masters – Education AdministrationBeverly Mahdavi, Credential Analyst (760) [email protected]
Masters – General OptionLori Solarski, Admissions(760) [email protected]
Masters – Special Education
Adrienne Durso, Admissions(760) [email protected]
Ed.D Program
Andi Shibata, Admissions(760) [email protected]
Student Services Center Staff
Dr. Patricia Prado-OlmosAssociate Dean
Dr. Kathy HaydenGeneral Option
Dr. Delores LindseyAdministrative Services Option
Dr. Laurie StowellLiteracy Option
Dr. Jacque Thousand / Dr. Toni HoodSpecial Education Option
Dr. Suzanne Moineau Communication Sciences and Disorders Option
Faculty Contacts
Master of Arts in EducationAvailable Options
•General Education
•Educational Administration
•Literacy Education
•Special Education
•Communicative Sciences and Disorders (coming soon)
Common Core Specializations Culminating Experience
Masters Program Elements
Integrated Course work with focus area Implement learning directly into your classroom Collaborate with teachers for cross-curricular
integration
Personalization
EL Competency Schooling in a Multicultural Society (EDUC 602) Research Methods (EDUC 622) Culminating Experience (EDUC 698)
Common Core
Thesis Project National Board Certification Exam
Culminating Experiences
30 units
3 required courses (9 units)• EDUC 602: Schooling in a Multicultural Society (3 units)
EDUC 622: Research Methods in Education (3 units)• EDUC 698: Master’s Thesis/Project Seminar (3units)
7 elective courses (21 units)
Master of Arts in EducationGeneral Option
A maximum of nine (9) units may be counted from the following choices towards a CSUSM Master of Arts degree:
◦Nine (9) units of CSUSM credential program course work
◦BTSA/Induction units be considered
◦Nine (9) units of graduate level course work may be transferred from another institution
Proposed Change to General Option
MA candidates may choose elective courses in the following areas:
◦Literacy Education
◦Schooling, Culture and Language
◦Science, Mathematics and Educational Technology for Diverse Populations
◦Teaching, Learning and Leadership
Master of Arts in EducationGeneral Option
◦ MA candidates may earn additional certificates:
◦ CCTC Certificate: Reading Certificate (18 units)
◦ CCTC Supplementary Authorization: Computer Concepts and Applications (12 units)
◦ CSUSM Certificates: Multicultural Specialist Certificate (12 units) Certificate of Advanced Study in Science Teaching (12 units)
Master of Arts in EducationGeneral Option
Schooling, Culture, and Language
Schooling, Culture and Language courses prepare educators to take on leadership roles for social change. Areas of focus may include but are not limited to: multicultural curriculum development; differentiated instruction for English learners; culturally and linguistically diverse students; students with special needs; and working collaboratively with families and communities.
Master of Arts in EducationGeneral Option
Schooling, Culture, and LanguageMA candidates may also earn an optional Multicultural Specialist Certificate
by completing the following coursework:
EDUC 641: Sociocultural Contexts of Language and Learning (3 units)
EDUC 643: Critical Ethnography of Education (3 units)
EDUC 644: Multicultural Students and Families in Public Schools (3 units)
EDUC 647: Multicultural Curriculum and Application (3 units)
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED FOR CERTIFICATE - 12 units
Master of Arts in EducationGeneral Option
Science, Mathematics and Educational Technologyfor Diverse Populations
Science, Mathematics and Educational Technology for Diverse Populations courses prepare teachers for positions of leadership at the school or district level in the areas of science, mathematics and/or educational technology. This coursework is designed for teachers who wish to strengthen their knowledge and performance or to become educational leaders in science, mathematics and/or educational technology.
Master of Arts in EducationGeneral Option
Science, Mathematics and Educational Technologyfor Diverse Populations: Science Certificate
MA candidates may also earn an optional Science Education Certificate by completing the following coursework:
EDST 610: Current issues and Research in Science Education (3 units)
EDST 611: Advanced Methods in Science Teaching I: Life Science Emphasis (3 units)
EDST 612: Advanced Methods in Science Teaching II: Physical Science Emphasis (3 units)
EDST 613: Topics in Science Education (3 units)
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED FOR CERTIFICATE - 12 units
Master of Arts in EducationGeneral Option
Educational Technology for Diverse Populations:
Supplementary Authorization for Computer Concepts
MA candidates may also earn a CCTC approved Supplementary Authorization in Computer Concepts and Applications by completing the following course work:
EDST 630: Issues & Research in Educational Technology (3 units)
EDST 635: Hardware Operations & Function to Support Teaching & Learning
(3 units)
EDST 636: Software & Web Site Evaluation & Tools (3 units)
EDST 637: Instructional Technology Planning & Management (3 units)
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED FOR CCTC AUTHORIZATION – 12 UNITS
Master of Arts in EducationGeneral Option
Science, Mathematics and Educational Technology for Diverse Populations
EDST 620: Current Issues & Research in Mathematical Education (3 units)
EDST 621: Students’ Thinking in Mathematical Education (3 units)
EDST 622: Instructional Practices in Mathematical Education (3 units)
EDST 623: Topics in Mathematics Education (3 units)
EDST 631: Technology Impact on Teaching and Learning (3 units)
EDST 632: Using Emerging Technologies to Customize Learning (3 units)
EDST 633: Topics in Technology Education (3 units)
Master of Arts in EducationGeneral Option
Teaching, Learning, and Leadership
Teaching, Learning, and Leadership courses are designed for K-12 teachers in any subject area who wish to enhance their expertise as educators. Course work in this concentration focus upon examining who we teach, how they learn, and developing best teaching practices to meet the needs of all students.
Master of Arts in EducationGeneral Option
Educational Administration courses prepare siteand district administrators for positions of leadership in the elementary, middle and secondary schools.
MA candidates must have three or more years of professional experience.
Master of Arts in EducationEducational Administration Option
Prerequisite CoursesEDST 630: Issues & Research in Educational Technology (3 units)orEDUC 422: Technology Tools for Teaching and Learning (3 units)andEDUC 501: Mainstream Instruction for Students with Special
Learning Needs (3 units)
24 units of study in the credential program (EDAD courses)
Additional courses required for the Master of Arts Degree:EDUC 622: Research Methods in Education (3 units)EDUC 698: Master’s Thesis/Project Seminar (3units)
Master of Arts in EducationEducational Administration Option
Literacy Education courses prepare teachers to assist other teachers and administrators in creating literacy programs that promote not only the learning of reading and writing, but also the learning of subject matter across the curriculum.
MA Candidates must have three or more years of professional experience before being awarded the certificate or advanced credential.
Master of Arts in EducationLiteracy Option
18 units of study required for the Reading Certificate only
15 additional units of study required for the Reading and Language Arts Specialist Credential
33 total units for Reading Certificate and Reading and Language Arts Specialist Credential
9 additional units of study required for the Master of Arts Degree
42 total units for Reading Certificate, Reading and LanguageArts Specialist Credential and Master of Arts in Education,Literacy Option
Master of Arts in EducationLiteracy Option
Special Education courses prepare educators to take on leadership roles in the delivery of special education services to children and youth with identified disabilities. These courses provide an advanced career path in special education to two different categories of teachers.
Master of Arts in EducationSpecial Education Option
Prerequisite CoursesEDST 630: Current issues and Research in Educational
Technology (3 units) – or completion of SB 2042 programEDUC 501: Mainstream Instruction for Students with Special
Learning Needs (3 units) – or completion of SB 2042 program
The following courses or equivalent courses for English Learner Authorization in special education credential:EDUC 602: Schooling in a Multicultural Society (3 units)EDUC 641: Sociocultural Contexts of Language and Learning (3 units)
22 - 28 units of study in the credential program (EDMX courses)
Additional courses required for the Master of Arts Degree:EDUC 602: Schooling in a Multicultural Society (3 units)EDUC 622: Research Methods in Education (3 units)EDUC 698: Master’s Thesis/Project Seminar (3units)
Master of Arts in EducationSpecial Education Option
The Mild/Moderate Education Specialist credential authorizes graduates to serve students in the federal disability categories of Specific Learning Disabilities, Mental Retardation, Serious Emotional Disturbance, and Other Health Impaired (e.g., Attention Deficit Disorder).
The Mild/Moderate Education Specialist credential authorizes the provision of services to individuals in grades K through 12, including adult.
Master of Arts in EducationSpecial Education Option
The Moderate/Severe Education Specialist credential authorizes graduates to serve students in the federal disability categories of Mental Retardation, Multiple Disability, Autism, Deaf-Blindness, and serious Emotional Disturbance.
The Moderate/Severe Education Specialist credential authorizes the provision of services to individuals in grades K through 12, including adult.
Master of Arts in EducationSpecial Education Option
Consider a career in the field of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP)
One of Top 50 Best Jobs in America (Money Magazine)
SLPs are in extreme demand acrossthe entire country
Work in a variety of settings with individuals across the lifespan
Communicative Sciences and Disorders
Certificate in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CoAS and CoE)
30-unit course of study that can be completed concurrently with your major
Masters in Education, Option in Communicative Sciences and Disorders (CoE)
75 unit course of study and practice that prepares students for professional practice in the field
(completed in 5 full-time semesters)
Contact the Director of the Program, Dr. Suzanne Moineau at
Training for Communicative Sciences and Disorders
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Other Contact Information
Registration Fees for Spring 2009
Full time Graduate Fees (6.1+ units) $2,179 **per semester
Part time Credential Fees (0-6.0 units) $1,390 **per semester
** Fees do not include parking pass, any applicable user fees, or books ** Fees are subject to change according to Governor’s Budget
First 5-week Summer Session: May 30th – July 7th, 2009
Second 5-week Summer Session: July 8th – August 15th, 2009
One 10-week Summer Session: May 30th – August 15th, 2009
Fall Semester Begins: August 31st, 2009 Fall Semester Ends: December 12th, 2009
Summer and Fall 2009 Dates