Exciting changes occurred in the Graduate Program during the spring of 2008. The existing M. Ed. programs are still in place, but the courses have been restructured and redesigned for your professional growth.
This summer we are excited to offer both workshops and courses for your professional development.
Calendar of courses offerings and workshop offerings
Education 510 Advanced Educational Foundations (3) OC Aug 3 -14
This course includes exploration into the disciplines of philosophy, history and socio-cultural context of education. Course material, lectures and assignments engages students in developing a perspectival orientation centered on shalom and social justice. That Christian lens shapes an examination of the interaction between schooling and sustainability, globalization, economic and social justice, and the role of educators as agents of change and transformation. Course content focuses on investigating philosophy’s questions regarding the nature of humanness and schooling, history’s account of the role of schools, and social science’s view of structures, ideologies and agency as they relate to schooling. Pre-class assignment required, register by July 23.
Education 511 Consulting, Collaborating, and Coaching (3) Hybrid June 22 - July 2
The course offers an advanced study of professional responsibilities necessary in advocating and developing learning opportunities for learners identified with disabilities, literacy difficulties or diverse learning needs and gifts. Students will explore, practice, and critique models and methods of collaboration, consultation, and coaching that involve teachers, learners, specialists, parents, paraprofessionals, and community agencies in interdependent relationships. Particular emphasis is placed on developing effective communication skills, understanding self and others, group visioning activities, and providing professional development to colleagues. Prerequisite: Education 202 or Education 606. Pre-class assignment required, register by June 12.
Education 513 Cognition, Learning, and Literacy Development (3) OC Moved to Fall 2009 semester with alternative meeting schedule. More detail available soon.
This course examines underlying concepts associated with the acquisition of reading and writing. Social and cultural factors contributing to literacy development are considered from the perspectives of educational psychology, cognitive psychology, and language development. Current issues related to classroom instruction are addressed in lectures, discussions, and classroom application.
Education 521 Curriculum Theory and Development (3) OC July 13 - 24
A study of curriculum theories and model curricula for pre-school through grade 12. This course includes a study of issues relating to understanding historical, political, social, intellectual and spiritual implications of curriculum theories that do and don’t transfer into school curricula. Topics include investigating an in-depth understanding of subject matters, creating learning opportunities, selecting effective learning resources, and implementing curricular change in a school setting. Christian perspectives, including issues of social justice, are integrated throughout. Pre-class assignment required, register by July 2.
Education 530 Introduction to School Leadership (3) OC July 13 - 24
A study of leadership theory and practice relating to building school communities that promote learning for all students. This introductory course in school leadership will focus on organizational and leadership theory; establishing a school mission; collaborative problem-solving and community building; decision-making skills and procedures; and personal leadership qualities. Special emphasis will be given to exploring Biblical principles which guide Christian leaders in school settings. Pre-class assignment required, register by July 2.
Education 542 Diagnosis and Remediation of Literacy Difficulties (3) OC June 8 - 19
This course examines the literate identities of students and adults across of range of social contexts including schools, workplace, home, on-line, church, etc. It examines the range of skills needed to navigate these literate domains and considers the extent to which schools both foster the literacy skills needed in the 21st Century as well as the degree to which existing student competencies are appropriated in formal educational contexts to support new learning. Programs and strategies for supporting the struggling adolescent reader and writer will be explored along with an examination of the school curriculum more broadly to examine the ways in which literate tools can be introduced and appropriated across a range of disciplinary and vocational contexts. Practicum required. Pre-class assignment.
Education 550 Foundations of Learning Disabilities (3) Hybrid July 13 - 24
This course is designed to provide a foundation for understanding learning disabilities. Students will
become acquainted with historical trends associated with the development of the field and will review
related federal and state legislation. Research related to general characteristics of learning disabilities, cognitive processing patterns, and the academic and social performance of the learning disabled is examined. Approaches to the education of students with learning disabilities based on the theoretical models are also considered. Prerequisite: Education 202 or Education 606. Pre-class assignment required, register by July 2.
Education 591 Educational Research and Evaluation (3) OC August 3 - 21
This course engages graduate students in understanding and examining the theories, methods, and paradigmatic frames of social science research through a Biblical lens. In addition, the course prepares students to use data appropriately to support educational and organizational decision-making. Students will learn how to read and critique qualitative and quantitative educational research and will learn how to use research and assessment data to make decisions related to the work of P-12 schools particularly as it relates to Calvin’s four M. Ed. specialty areas. Pre-class assignment required, register by July 23
Education 597 Graduate Seminar (3) OC June 22 - July 2
This seminar is designed to integrate components in the M.Ed. programs in Curriculum and Instruction or Educational Leadership. Developments in the theory and practices in these areas as related to the context of education, curriculum theory, instructional theory, and disciplinary concentration are reviewed. By means of broad unifying themes, students will be expected to integrate into a coherent unity what they have learned in the program. The broad range of knowledge in these fields will be integrated with an authentic Christian perspective. In the process, students will reflect on how their education and professional experiences can be used for personal growth and to influence society. The seminar will include a final research project. Prerequisites: All other courses in the M.Ed. Program. Pre-class assignment required, register by June 12.
