OFF-CAMPUS MASTER S PROGRAMS M.Ed. in Educational Leadership. The Head, Hand, and Heart of School Leadership. Degree Requirements:

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1 M.Ed. in Educational Leadership This program is for experienced classroom teachers who have an inner passion for facilitating student achievement and school improvement. These educators will find the graduate degree in educational leadership a crucial next step in their career programming. The Head, Hand, and Heart of School Leadership Emphasizing a comprehensive curriculum, flexibility, and individual student advisement, the master s program provides essential leadership training for future school supervisors and principals. Graduate students interested in careers in supervision or as school principals enjoy the program s emphasis on educational leadership and strategies for working in complex organizations. The program s four primary strands include the development and understanding of leadership styles; a comprehensive look at organizational development, school culture, and perceptions of power; the blending of theory and practice. Degree Requirements: Semester 1 AD68 Leadership Theories and Practices outside of class. You will finish one -credit approximately 2 ½ years. AD674 Human Relations Semester 2 ED600 Foundations of Research Semester ED601 Philosophy AD668 School Law Semester 4 AD662 Leadership Supervision and Professional Development AD680 Leadership Seminar Semester 5 ED650 Curriculum Theories and Practices Semester 6 AD681 Organization Development AD686 Instructional Leadership and Assessing Student Learning Upon completion of this program students will have earned a M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and will be eligible for certification as an Administrator I (Assistant in Administration, Supervisor in Instruction, or Supervisor in Central Administration). Students seeking Administrator II (Principal) certification are required to successfully complete the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA) Praxis exam. Semester 7 AD776 Theory and Research in Educational Leadership Semester 8 AD684 Resource Management Semester 9 AD688 Internship I Semester 10 AD689 Internship II Total Hours: 42 Note: Course order is subject to change. 8

2 Certification in Administration and Supervision This program is for experienced classroom teachers who have an inner passion for facilitating student achievement and school improvement. These educators will find the graduate program in educational leadership a crucial next step in their career programming. The certification in Administration & Supervision is designed for those who already hold a master s degree in an educational field and who wish to earn an administrator license. The Head, Hand, and Heart of School Leadership Emphasizing a comprehensive curriculum, flexibility, and individual student advisement, the master s program provides essential leadership training for future school supervisors and principals. Graduate students interested in careers in supervision or as school principals enjoy the program s emphasis on educational leadership and strategies for working in complex organizations. The program s four primary strands include the development and understanding of leadership styles; a comprehensive look at organizational development, school culture, and perceptions of power; the blending of theory and practice. Program Requirements: Semester 1 AD68 Leadership Theories and Practices Semester 2 AD674 Human Relations or group activities done electronically outside of class. You will finish one -credit course every eight weeks. The internship is the capstone experience of the program and is spread over the final two semesters (fall, then spring). Interns will meet four times (twice in the fall and twice in the spring) on Saturdays as a cohort. Semester AD668 School Law Semester 4 AD662 Leadership Supervision and Professional Development Semester 5 ED650 Curriculum Theories and Practices Semester 6 AD688 Internship I Semester 7 AD689 Internship II Total Hours: 21 Upon completion of this program students will be eligible for certification as an Administrator I (Assistant in Administration, Supervisor in Instruction, or Supervisor in Central Administration). Students seeking Administrator II (Principal) certification are required to successfully complete the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA) Praxis exam. Note: Course order is subject to change. Students in the Certification in Administration and Supervision program are not eligible for financial aid. 9

3 M.Ed. in Literacy, Reading Specialist Program Experienced classroom teachers looking to gain a strong foundation in reading and the development of leadership skills. In this program, you will prepare not only to meet the needs of struggling readers, but also to assume leadership positions within your school. This program is designed for the certified teacher who wishes to be certified by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) as a Reading Specialist. (NOTE: The MSDE requires three years of classroom experience to be certified as a reading specialist.) In order to receive the MSDE certification in Reading Specialist, you must first be certified in another area by MSDE. If you are not currently certified in Maryland, you will need to show certification from another state and demonstrate that you will receive certification in Maryland no later than six months after entering the program. Coursework employs research-based practices that directly address the literacy needs of struggling students in the 21st century. Throughout the program, courses are supported by hands-on experience. You will participate in a culminating summer practicum where you will work intensely in one-on-one and small groups. You will conduct full diagnostic assessments, prepare individualized instructional programs, work with students based on the individual programs, evaluate the effects of the instruction, and write complete case studies for each student. Loyola s graduate program in reading prepares you to assess, diagnose, and instruct K-12 students, as well as provide leadership to other school professionals and parents. A Better Future, Word by Word outside of class. You will finish one -credit approximately two years. Degree Requirements*: Semester 1 RE 510 Foundations of Reading Instructions RE 52 Emergent Literacy Development Semester 2 RE 51 Youth and Adolescent Literacy RE 60 Language, Literacy and Culture will have earned an M.Ed. in Literacy and will be eligible for certification as a Reading Specialist. Three years of classroom experience and eligibility for certification is required in order to be certified as a Reading Specialist. Semester RE 670 Teacher Research and Inquiry RE 740 Role of the Reading Specialist Semester 4 RE 77 Literacy Assessments in Group Contexts RE 79 Literacy Assessment of Individuals Semester 5 RE 770 Literacy Education Seminar RE 758 Summer Practicum in Literacy 6 Semester 6 RE 609 Content Area Literacy RE 601 Media Literacy Education Total Hours: 9 There will be approximately one hour online class time each week. Specific information will be contained on the syllabus. In addition, any class time missed due to school closing will be made up through online class time. *Candidates must take and pass the Praxis II: Reading Specialist exam before graduation. 10

4 M.Ed. In Special Education, Elementary-Middle: Grades 1-8 Experienced certified classroom teachers who wish to support the diverse needs of students with disabilities in a variety of educational settings across the elementary and middle grades, and who wish to provide leadership in the field of special education. NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED AND APPROVED BY NCATE AND THE CEC Loyola s nationally recognized special education programs have been approved by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC). The programs emphasize validated practices, differentiated instruction, and universal design in learning, co-teaching, data-based decision making, and collaborative teaching. In addition, the programs provide the advanced professional skills necessary to promote the provision of quality services to students with mild to moderate disabilities in a variety of settings. Degree Requirements*: Semester 1 ED 600 Foundations of Research in Education SE 91 Comprehensive Classroom Management for Teachers of Students with Special Needs Semester 2 SE 905 Characteristics of Learners with Mild and Moderate SE 921 Autism: Characteristics, Research, and Interventions Semester SE 902 Reading Methods for Students with Mild & Moderate SE 907 Developmental, Remedial, and Corrective Mathematics Semester 4 SE 911 Assessment, Diagnosis, and Evaluation of Learning and Behavior Problems SE 909 Instruction in Elementary Content Areas for Students with Mild and Moderate Semester 5 SE 912 Instructional Planning, Adaptations, and Learning Strategies for Students with Special Needs SE 901 Applied Behavioral Programming Semester 6 SE 914 Communication, Collaboration, and Consultation with Parents and Professionals Serving Students with SE 918 **Practicum I: Teaching Students with Special Needs Semester 7 SE 919 **Practicum II: Teaching Students with Special Needs *Students must pass the Praxis II pedagogy test in special education before graduation. **The field-based experience requires a field study fee of $200 in addition to tuition. Total Hours: 9 outside of class. You will finish one -credit approximately 2 ½ years. will earn a M.Ed. in Special Education and will be eligible for certification in the area of Special Education for Elementary/ Middle (grades 1-8). Program Prerequisites: Prior to admission, candidates are required to hold a bachelor s degree, a valid teaching certification, and provide Praxis I or Praxis CORE test results. If you haven t taken these tests contact the ; other options may be available. 11

5 M.Ed. in Special Education, Secondary: Grades 6-12 Experienced certified classroom teachers who wish to support the diverse needs of students with disabilities in a variety of educational settings across the middle and high school grades and who seek leadership roles in the field of special education. NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED AND APPROVED BY NCATE AND THE CEC Loyola s nationally recognized special education programs have been approved by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC). Loyola s special education graduate programs prepare teachers with full qualifications to provide effective services to students with disabilities and to take leadership roles in the field of special education. The program emphasizes research-validated practices, universal design in learning, differentiated instruction, collaborative teaching, data-based decision making, transition planning, and advanced professional skills necessary for providing quality services to adolescents with special needs, particularly those with high-incidence disabilities such as language or learning disabilities, attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorders, autism spectrum disorders, emotional/ behavioral disorders, and intellectual disabilities. Degree Requirements*: Semester 1 ED 600 Foundations of Research in Education SE 91 Comprehensive Classroom Management for Teachers of Students with Special Needs Semester 2 SE 902 Reading Methods for Students with Mild and Moderate SE 905 Characteristics of Learners with Mild and Moderate Semester SE 911 Assessment, Diagnosis, and Evaluation of Learning and Behavior Problems SE 907 Developmental, Remedial, and Corrective Mathematics Semester 4 SE 912 Instructional Planning, Adaptations, and Learning Strategies for Students with Special Needs SE 901 Advanced Behavioral Programming for Students with Special Needs Semester 5 SE 914 Communication, Collaboration, and Consultation with Parents and Professionals Serving Students with SE 916 Promoting Successful Transitions to Postsecondary Settings for Students with Mild and Moderate Semester 6 SE 917 Instruction in Secondary Content Areas for Students with Mild and Moderate SE 918 **Practicum I: Teaching Students with Special Needs Semester 7 SE 919 **Practicum II: Teaching Students with Special Needs *Students must pass the Praxis II pedagogy test in special education before graduation. **The field-based experience requires a field study fee of $200 in addition to tuition. Total Hours: 9 outside of class. You will finish one -credit approximately 2 ½ years. will earn a M.Ed. in Special Education, and will be eligible for certification in the area of Special Education for Secondary (grades 6-12). Program Prerequisites: Prior to admission, candidates are required to hold a bachelor s degree, a valid teaching certification, and provide Praxis I or Praxis CORE test results. If you haven t taken these tests contact the ; other options may be available. 12

6 Teaching English Language Learners Graduate Certificate Certified teachers interested in becoming more proficient in working with the growing student population for whom English is a second or third language, as well as those professionals who work with children and young adults who are ELLs. Responsive Education The program assists teachers and other school professionals to develop practical skills and theoretical knowledge necessary for effective expertise in bilingual teaching, learning, and assessment within K-12 education. It will also benefit reading specialists and special educators. Program participants will learn to: identify and effectively use research-based best practices in bilingual/esol instruction; articulate an understanding of the evolution of ESOL programming; articulate an understanding of second language acquisition and literacy development; design instruction reflecting effective assessment and learning strategies; and demonstrate sensitive and innovative instruction respecting cultural differences outside of class. You will finish one -credit approximately 1 year. Graduate Certificate Requirements: Semester 1 RE 602 Second Language Development: Theory and Practice RE 60 Language, Literacy, and Culture Semester 2 RE 604 Methods for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages RE 510 Foundations of Literacy Instruction Semester RE 79 Literacy Assessments of Individuals Total Hours: 15 Upon completion of this program, students will have earned a graduate certificate in Teaching English Language Learners (TELL). Upon passing the Praxis II content area assessment in ESOL, students who hold initial certification with Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) may apply to MSDE for an English to Speakers of Other Languages ( ESOL) endorsement to be added to their initial certification. 1

7 M.Ed. in Educational Technology Individuals who wish to expand their knowledge of educational technology applications in the K-12 environment. This program is appropriate for teachers who wish to expand their use of technology in their own classroom, as well as those wishing to become technology leaders on the school, district, and national levels. Building Tomorrow s Classroom Technology is playing an increasing role in our schools. Schools and districts are spending millions of dollars on technology, and leadership is needed to ensure that this investment is used to benefit education. Technology leaders must be masters of as well as experts in technology. The program integrates hands-on applications of educational technology with practical and theoretical perspectives of change, school reform, staff development, and ethical considerations of technology in the schools. Methods of infusing technology into the teaching and learning process will be modeled throughout the program. Degree Requirements: outside of class. You will finish one -credit approximately two years. Semester 1 ET 605 Introduction to Educational Technology ET 610 Curricular Applications of Technology Semester 2 ED 670 Teacher Research and Inquiry ET 620 Multimedia Design in the Classroom Semester ET 680 The Role of the Technology Leader AD 662 Leadership, Supervision, and Professional Development will have earned an M.Ed. in Educational Technology. Semester 4 ET 690 Educational Technology Seminar ET 691 Educational Technology Internship Semester 5 ET 641 Universal Design for Learning with Technology Integration ET 608 Educational Innovations Semester 6 ET 60 Digital Communication for Educators ET 61 Transformative Online Teaching Total Hours: 6 14