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Feb 10, 2025
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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Master of Arts in Education
Location(s):
Online
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With endorsements or emphases in
- Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) Endorsement
- Curriculum and Instruction Emphasis
- Educational Leadership Program (Principal License)
- Post Baccalaureate - Elementary Education Initial Licensure
- Post Baccalaureate - Secondary Education Initial Licensure
- SPED Generalist Initial License
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Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) Endorsement Program
The five-semester Master of Arts in Education with a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) endorsement focuses on the development of sound multicultural teaching competencies and educational leadership for service in schools. Total degree hours: 33 hours Academic Core Required for MA candidates only (Total 9 hours):
Cognate Requirements (24 hours):
TESOL Elective and Topics Courses Include:
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Specific course content may vary based on instructor availability and topic demand. *Required for Post baccalaureate TESOL Certificate (15 Credit Hours) Added Endorsement Application: Complete master’s degree and/or endorsement. Go to www.cde.state.co.us and complete “Application for an Added Endorsement Based on an Approved Program.” Fax signature page to the ASU licensure clerk at 719-587-8145. Verification page will be e-mailed to applicant. Complete Colorado Department of Education’s application packet online. Curriculum and Instruction Emphasis
The goal of the five-semester Curriculum and Instruction emphasis is to develop strong planning and teaching skills in educators who are dedicated to ensuring all students, particularly students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, succeed academically. Total credits: 30, including M.A. Academic Core of 9 credits Elective Requirements (9 credit hours or equivalent)
Students will take or transfer in 9 semester hours of elective in an emphasis of their choice. Courses must be submitted to the Graduate Coordinator for approval. Educational Leadership Program (Principal License) The six-semester Educational Leadership program is designed to equip qualified and experienced educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to assume leadership positions in schools, particularly those of program supervisor/director or building principal/assistant principal. Studies include leadership; curriculum, instruction, and assessment; and school management, law and finance. The program emphasizes the role of a school leader as a collaborator and creator of a supportive and stimulating environment for children and teachers. Educational Leadership Program (Principal License)
This course of study leads to a State of Colorado principal license. Total program credits: 39 including M.A. Academic Core of 9 credits Note:
Added Endorsement Application: Complete master’s degree and/or endorsement. Pass appropriate PLACE content area exam. Go to www.cde.state.co.us and complete “Application for an Added Endorsement Based on an Approved Program.” Fax signature page to the ASU licensure clerk at 719-587-8145. Verification page will be e-mailed to applicant. Complete Colorado Department of Education’s application packet online. Post Baccalaureate Teaching License - Elementary Education
Licensure & degree requirements: Pass Praxis II exam
Candidates are advised to take and pass all Praxis II exams prior to beginning the program and are required to take and pass all Praxis II exams prior to beginning the professional core. Academic Core Requirements for MA Candidates only:
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**Methods courses will vary by licensure area and can be taken during either semester of the first year, depending on course offerings and availability. Candidates may request transfer of up to 6 semester hours upon being admitted to the program. Candidates requesting transfer or substitution of prior coursework must declare so within the first semester of study. Any subsequent changes to this degree plan must be approved by the Graduate Program Coordinator and the Chair of the Department of Teacher Education Post Baccalaureate Teaching License - Secondary Education
Licensure & degree requirements Pass Praxis II exam
Candidates are advised to take and pass all Praxis II exams prior to beginning the program and are required to take and pass all Praxis II exams prior to beginning the professional core. Academic Core Requirements for MA Candidates only:
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Candidates may request transfer of up to 6 semester hours upon being admitted to the program. Candidates requesting transfer or substitution of prior coursework must declare so within the first semester of study. Any subsequent changes to this degree plan must be approved by the Graduate Program Coordinator and the Chair of the Department of Teacher Education SPED Generalist Initial License
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Licensure-only students are not required to take ED 534 and ED 557 . All degree seeking candidates must take ED 534 and ED 557 in addition SPED licensure courses. All students are required to declare during admission whether they are in licensure-only or Special Education
Generalist Master’s Program. Once you declare that you are in licensure-only program and begin, you cannot change it in the middle of the program. All students must take and pass the PRAXIS in approved elementary education content exam, SPED Generalist exam and Teaching Reading exam. |
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