2015 Master s Degree in Dental Education The only Master s program created for Dental Educators A PARTNERSHIP OF:
I highly recommend this program for anyone wishing to go beyond clinical teaching or the teaching of didactic material. It is a great insight into the process of education and where dental education should be going to meet the challenges of the future. Ricky E. Harrell, D.M.D., University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine For a professional academician of hard science like pathology, this program is an eye opener to competent operational standards in my college. Maha Abdelsalam, B.D.S., M.S., Ph.D., University of Dammam College of Dentistry, Saudi Arabia The Master s program spurred a level of both introspective & environmental reflection and evaluation of technique that I had not imagined at program inception. The faculty are just brilliant. Carolyn Brown, D.D.S., University of California San Francisco School of Dentistry This is a serious program, with the intent of really focusing one s attention on the essence of dental education: curricula design, healthcare trends, grant writing, and leadership. This program provides me with the opportunity to see not just the logistics of education, but also the art and psychology of being an effective leader. Gerald Davis II, D.D.S., Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry Anyone who is involved in dental education should take this program. It has definitely made me a better teacher and helped me understand curriculum design, research methodology and has also better prepared me for the innovations taking place in dental education today. Daniel J. Kane, D.M.D., Lutheran Medical Center Master of Arts in Dental Education In partnership with the and ADEA, AAL presents the only Master s program created for dental educators by experts in academic dentistry and adult education. Using the ADEA/AAL Institute for Teaching and Learning as its foundation, the Master s curriculum is designed to be completed in ONE YEAR and is applicable to academic professionals in dentistry and dental hygiene, as well as private practice professionals transitioning to academia. Develop your expertise in dental education Earn your M.A. in one year Build a foundation in educational research Improve your grant writing and scholarship skills Enhance your academic portfolio Work with expert faculty and colleagues from the U.S. and beyond Program Highlights Start in January and earn your Master s degree by December 32 academic credits from the A Certificate in Dental Education is awarded after completion of the first 6 academic credits Three onsite sessions totaling 11 days in San Francisco at the Dugoni School of Dentistry Convenient online learning supplements onsite curriculum Curriculum focuses on the three crucial elements of academe: teaching, research, and service Non-thesis Master s program Research projects and all assignments are applicable to dental and dental hygiene education Master s degree is regionally and nationally accredited program highlights
Experts in Education About AAL AAL is a collaborative of scholars, educational specialists, and academic leaders providing professional development and consulting services to the academic health professions in universities worldwide. AAL has a record of success, with over three centuries of cumulative leadership experience, over 500 peer-reviewed publications, and nationally funded research. AAL has worked with hundreds of higher education institutions and associations and several thousand faculty through consulting and faculty development activities. AAL has created internationally recognized professional development programs including the American Dental Education Association (ADEA)/AAL Institute for Teaching and Learning (ITL), the ADEA/AAL Institute for Allied Health Educators (IAHE), and the ADEA/AAL Chairs and Academic Administrators Management Program (CAAMP). In addition, AAL develops and presents the curriculum for a number of ADEA programs including the ADEA Leadership Institute and the ADEA Summer Program for Emerging Academic Leaders. About the The was founded in July 1851 as California s first chartered institution of higher learning. The University s mission is to provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and preparing individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities. The Gladys L. Benerd School of Education directs its efforts toward researching the present and future needs of schools and the community, fostering intellectual and ethical growth, and developing compassion and collegiality through personalized learning experiences. The Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry has a rich tradition of leadership in teaching and the scholarship of learning and is dedicated to leading the improvement of health by advancing oral health through education, patient care, and discovered knowledge. Experts in Education With renowned expertise in academic dentistry and adult education, the Master s Degree in Dental Education program is led by: Lynn Beck, Ph.D., M.A. Dean and Professor of Education Benerd School of Education Marsha Ditmyer, Ph.D., M.S., M.B.A., MCHES Vice President, AAL Nader Nadershahi, D.D.S., Ed.D., M.B.A. Executive Associate Dean and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Dugoni School of Dentistry Paula O Neill, Ed.D., M.Ed. Senior Consultant, AAL Former Associate Dean for Professional Development & Faculty Affairs School of Dentistry University of Texas at Houston Tobias Rodriguez, Ph.D. Vice President, AAL
Master s Degree in Dental Education Online Sessions January March, 2015 Program Details The Master s Degree in Dental Education is a 32 academic credit program that combines convenient online learning modules with intensive onsite sessions that encourage in-depth discussions, collaboration, and networking. The first six academic credits are earned online between January and mid- March. Upon completion of these credits, you will receive a Certificate in Dental Education from the. After this, you will participate in three onsite sessions and continue with self-paced capstone project work between late-march and December. There is no required completion date for the Master s program, though it is designed to allow participants to graduate by December 2015. 2015 Onsite Session Dates March 25 28, 2015 June 24 27, 2015 October 1 3, 2015 Location: Dugoni School of Dentistry San Francisco, CA Tuition: $26,500 Program Details The Master s program curriculum includes the following: Creating a philosophy of teaching Instructional design and development Accountability in predoctoral and postdoctoral dental education Academic portfolio design and creation Designing the predoctoral and residency educational experience Teaching and assessment methodologies Curricular and course design best practices Objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs) and objective structured teaching examinations (OSTEs) Assessment and preparation of a CODA self-study document Managing educational programs & organizational development Advanced learning and cognition theories Diversity and intercultural competencies The current and future environment of oral health care and academic dentistry Educational research design Quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research practices Statistical analyses Scholarship and manuscript preparation Grantsmanship Prerequisites for the Master s Degree in Dental Education: Completion of the ADEA/AAL Institute for Teaching and Learning (ITL) in any year since 2006. Registration for the Master s Degree in Dental Education on AAL s website. Registration must be received by October 17, 2014. Acceptance into the, Benerd School of Education graduate program. The deadline to submit the graduate program application, transcripts, and letters of recommendation is October 17, 2014. The program tuition is $26,500. AAL offers a 10 month payment plan. Additionally, once accepted into the graduate program at the University of the Pacific, you are eligible to apply for U.S. government funding in the form of a Stafford loan through completion of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). After receiving your registration, AAL will provide instructions for submitting your application and other information to the, Benerd School of Education. To register for the Master s Degree in Dental Education, go to: aalgroup.org/aal_dentalmasters.cfm
Certificate in Dental Education Option Certificate Option Choosing to complete only the initial 6 academic credits earns you the Certificate in Dental Education. The curriculum is taught entirely online in January March of each year and includes the following topics: Creating a philosophy of teaching Instructional design and development Accountability in predoctoral and postdoctoral dental education Academic portfolio design and creation Those who select this option can register for the Master s Degree in Dental Education program within seven years in order to complete the Master s curriculum. Prerequisites for the Certificate in Dental Education: Completion of the ADEA/AAL Institute for Teaching and Learning in any year since 2006 Registration for the Master s Degree in Dental Education on AAL s website. Registration must be received by October 17, 2014. Acceptance into the, Benerd School of Education graduate program. The deadline to submit the graduate program applica tion, transcripts, and letters of recommendation is October 17, 2014. The stand-alone Certificate in Dental Education tuition is $6,500. AAL offers a 3-month payment plan. After receiving your registration, AAL will provide instructions for submitting your application and other information to the, Benerd School of Education. To register for the Certificate in Dental Education, go to: aalgroup.org/aal_dentcert.cfm A PARTNERSHIP OF: 3565 Piedmont Road, NE Building 1, Suite 430 Atlanta, GA 30305 P 404.350.2098 F 404.350.2099 AALgroup.org