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MASTER OF EDUCATION DEGREE IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP & MENTORSHIP
SHAPE THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION As education evolves to meet the challenges of a changing world, the need for leaders who can mentor, support, and innovate has never been greater. UFV’s two-year, part-time Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Mentorship is designed for certified K-12 educators who want to assume a leadership role in their schools or districts. Developed locally and drawing from strong partnerships throughout the Fraser Valley, this master’s degree — the only one of its kind in Canada — is crafted to respond to current trends, reforms, and innovations in K-12 education.
www.ufv.ca/master-of-education
The Masters of Education in Mentorship and Leadership at the University of the Fraser Valley has been the best professional learning of my career. One of the strongest aspects of the MEd program is the tremendous support that our cohort has received from our instructors and other educators connected to the program.” ERIN HARTFIELD, Student
MASTER OF EDUCATION DEGREE IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP & MENTORSHIP
KEVIN GODDEN Superintendent — Abbotsford School District
We know that the quality of leadership contributes positively to the adult and student learning culture in schools. It is for this reason that we have made a significant investment in leadership development as part of our organizational strategy. We are delighted to endorse the UFV Masters in Educational Leadership and Mentorship Program, as it has helped us to build a stronger leadership pipeline in our district.�
Through the six courses in the program, you will explore the theory and practice of leadership and mentorship, gain a deep understanding of distributed leadership, engage in reflective mentoring practices, and develop an identity as a strong and effective leader-mentor. A unique feature of this MEd is the development of a formal research proposal in your area of interest that is carried out in fieldwork during the second year of the program. When you graduate, you will be equipped to lead change and mentor colleagues through educational initiatives that can be implemented at the classroom, school, and district level. This program qualifies for the Teacher Qualification Service (TQS) upgrade and is also designed to prepare you for doctoral level studies.
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND MENTORSHIP DEGREE (30 CREDITS)
This part-time program is designed for the working professional interested in pursuing leadership roles. Courses include: COURSE ID + NAME
CREDITS
COURSE DESCRIPTION
EDUC 700 Leadership Theory and Practice
5
Introduces students to leadership theory and practice in K-12 settings. Leadership—including teacher leadership, distributed leadership, and mentorship—approaches, concepts, and issues are examined.
EDUC 701 Focus on Mentoring
5
Introduces students to the theory and practice of teacher mentorship. Through analysis of research, the course highlights the challenges of acculturating teachers to the profession and examines the conceptual and skill-based knowledge necessary to mentor teachers for successful careers.
EDUC 702 Leading and Mentoring in Professional Learning Communities
5
Explores dynamics of professional communication in complex educational settings as a basis for fostering collaborative communities. Communication protocols for inclusive decision making, communication preferences for effective leadership, and best practices for leading and mentoring within communities of practice are explored.
EDUC 703 Policy, Identity, and Context
5
Ensures students gain a comprehensive understanding of researched competency frameworks as well as the regulatory and professional standards and policies that govern BC educators. Students clarify their visions and beliefs and develop a stronger understanding of their identities as effective leader-mentors.
EDUC 704A and 704B Research Methods and Fieldwork
7
Introduces students to research ethics and methodologies, including the design and implementation of an inquiry contextualized to a K-12 educational setting.
EDUC 705 Capstone Project – Major Paper or Thesis option and presentation
3
Focuses on in-depth critical analysis and presentation of the design, methodology, data collection/analysis, and conclusions of research undertaken in EDUC 704 related to leadership and mentorship, K-12. Students write and present a Major Paper (or Thesis option) as a final requirement of the MEd.
The creators of, and the instructors in the MEd program have been exceptional in offering content and learning opportunities using best practices for adult learning and ensuring we are well supported at every stage of our Masters adventure. I am constantly surprised by how much I have learned about myself in this program. I have a stronger sense of my identity as a teacher, a mentor, and a leader.” COLLEEN GREGORY, Student
I am very pleased that we have such an innovative and forward-looking MEd program in the Fraser Valley. In Chilliwack, we highly value positive relationships and supporting one another. The UFV MEd program is designed to create school leaders who foster collaboration through mentorship and engage their colleagues in continuously improving learning opportunities for students.” ROHAN ARUL-PRAGASAM, Interim Superintendent — Chilliwack School District
It is so inspiring to be surrounded by a supportive cohort of passionate educators and changemakers that help me push the boundaries of my practice and my learning.” JENELLE ATKINSON, Student
The University of the Fraser Valley is situated on the unceded traditional territory of the Stó:lō peoples. The Stó:lō have an intrinsic relationship with what they refer to as S’olh Temexw (Our Sacred Land); therefore, we express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in this territory.
QUESTIONS? Learn more about the program and admission details at www.ufv.ca/master-of-education or contact us at teachereducation@ufv.ca
APPLY TODAY! Applications open November 15, 2020, with intake only every two years. Duration
Two years
Start
July 2021
Format
Part-time
Cost
$17,122 CAD (tuition only)
Credential
Master of Education — Educational Leadership and Mentorship
Location
Abbotsford campus/ online
Partnering School Districts
Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Fraser-Cascade, Langley, Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows, Mission