Education, MS

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN

Education

California Baptist University

Dr. Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education calbaptist.edu/grad

Dr. Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education

“In the School of Education, we are committed to developing educational leaders who combine strong professional preparation with a faith-informed purpose and a global perspective, ready to make a meaningful impact in schools, communities and nations.”

Stacy Meyer, EdD Dean, Metcalf School of Education

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Program Distinctives

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Designed for the Working Professional

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Join the Lancer Legacy

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Learn from Dedicated Faculty

Classes are offered on weeknights or online to support the needs of students who continue working while in school. Courses integrate learning experiences that directly relate to students’ professional goals, strengthen leadership skills and allow them to learn in the workplace.

The Metcalf School of Education enjoys an excellent reputation with school districts across Southern California and maintains strong relationships with district faculty, staff and administrators. As a result, CBU educators are competitively positioned in the education marketplace.

Candidates benefit from the individual attention and support of the outstanding faculty at the Metcalf School of Education. Instructors include veteran educators with in-depth experience teaching in a variety of educational settings worldwide.

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Program Comparison

On Campus

Online

Total Units

30–33

30–33

Completion

1 year (full time), 2 years part time

1 year (full time), 2 years part time

Per Unit

$742

$742

Per Semester Fee

$365

$365

Fall (September)

X

X

Spring (January)

X

X

Summer (May)

X

X

Classes meet in person weekday evenings

Asynchronous online (Instructional material is pre-recorded and does not require class attendance at a specified time)

Program Length

Program Cost*

Program Start

Class Format

*Based on current academic year. Subject to change.

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Led by biblical truth, the Metcalf School of Education’s mission is to prepare globally minded educational leaders of high moral character who are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to create inclusive, lifelong learners.

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Faculty Spotlight Stacy Meyer, EdD Dean, School of Education

As a teenager I was not certain of what I

the jungles of Ecuador, the villages of Malawi,

wanted to do as a career. I thought I might want

our local K–12 elementary schools and here at

to be a lawyer or work internationally. After my

California Baptist University.

first year of college, I realized those professions sounded interesting because my deepest

Equipping future teachers at CBU is a true joy.

desires were to advocate for others both locally

Because I was a first-generation college student,

and globally. It was in the field of education

I look for ways to support and encourage

where I learned I could do both. Educators are

others to persevere in their degree completion.

the people who inspire, shape and prepare

My doctoral research in school retention in

every other profession. It is in education where

vulnerable populations has opened the door

one individual has the ability to ignite a pursuit

to global opportunities for our students. I

capable of impacting great change.

know what we do in our School of Education programs is going to determine what takes

I have had the privilege of working and serving

place in our local classrooms. As a result, my

in public, private, homeschool and international

goal is to touch the heart of my students so that

school settings. These opportunities have

I might then impact their minds—and then to

afforded me experiences which have shaped

teach them to do the same with their students!

my perspective on how to effectively teach all students through the building of authentic

“If you don’t have the HEART of your students,

relationships. Relationships are the key! This is

you will never have their MINDS!” – Unknown

a foundational idea relevant and transferable to

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School of Education Highlight We live in a globally connected world where constant change is the new norm. It is within this context that the Dr. Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education prepares educational leaders to compete and engage in the educational arena. Through our academically rigorous offerings, we develop our students for professional excellence, servant leadership and continuous improvement, all built on a sound Christian worldview.

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Degree Requirements: On Campus Core Courses

15 units

Special Education in Extensive Support Needs

EDUC 5070 Worldview and Current Issues

3

SPED 5460 Applied Behavior Analysis

EDUC 5080 Ethics Leadership

3

SPED 5480 Technology and Moderate

EDUC 5090 Educational Psychology

3

EDUC 5250 Survey of Educational Research

3

EDUC 5340 International and Comparative Education

Concentration Courses

3

18 units 3 3

to Severe Disabilities SPED 5550 Collaboration, Consultation,

3

and Effective Intervention SPED 5580 Assessment and Interventions

3

15–18 units

SPED 5680 Teaching Students with Moderate/Severe

3

18 units

SPED 5690 Teaching Students with Moderate/Severe

Disabilities: Instructional Strategies Teaching

Disabilities: Community Integration

Complete eighteen (18) units from the following:* EDUL 5300 Introduction to Educational Leadership

3

EDUC 5100 Elementary Methods

3

EDUC 5110 Theories and Methods

3

Total 30–33 Units

of Teaching Diverse Students EDUC 5130 Equity and Diversity in Multiple

3

Subject School Setting EDUC 5280 Classroom Management and Ethics

3

for Middle School and High School Teachers EDUC 5330 Intercultural Competence

3

EDUC 5360 Learning and Teaching a Second Language

3

EDUC 5950 Special Topics

1–3

ETEC 5070 Technology and Learning

3

SPED 5330 Professional Relationship

3

EDUC 5400 The Exceptional Child Middle

3

School and High School Sessions Special Education in Mild/Moderate Support Needs

15 units

SPED 5460 Applied Behavior Analysis

3

SPED 5550 Collaboration, Consultation,

3

and Effective Intervention SPED 5580 Assessment and Interventions

3

SPED 5900 Diagnostic and Remedial

3

Techniques in Reading Electives

3 units

Three units of approved graduate level education coursework

*Students who wish to pursue a preliminary teaching credential should select concentration courses which apply to the preliminary single or multiple subject credential. Admission requirements for the credential program are additional to those for the degree.

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Degree Requirements: Online Core Classes 15 units EDUC 5070 Worldview and Current Issues 3 EDUC 5080 Ethics, Leadership and the Common Good 3 EDUC 5090 Educational Psychology 3 EDUC 5250 Survey of Educational Research 3 EDUC 5340 International and Comparative Education 3 Curriculum and Instruction Specialization 15 units Complete fifteen (15) units from the following: EDUL 5300 Introduction to Educational Leadership 3 EDUC 5050 Teaching Mathematics & Science 3 EDUC 5120 Teaching Social Studies & Language Arts 3 EDUC 5130 Equity & Diversity in MS School Setting 3 EDUC 5140 Secondary Methods EDUC 5150 Reading-Writing in Content Area EDUC 5160 Pedagogical Approaches in Literacy Acquisition EDUC 5180 Classroom Management and Ethics EDUC 5190 Subject Area Specialization EDUC5400 The Exceptional Child Middle School and High School Settings EDUC 5410 The Exceptional Child EDUC 5260 Applied Educational Research EDUC 5280 Classroom Management and Ethics for Middle School and High School Teachers GRS 5100 Induction and Reflective Coaching for Teaching I GRS 5110 Induction and Reflective Coaching for Teaching II SPED5100 Induction and Reflective Coaching and Teaching in Special Education I SPED 5110 Induction and Reflective Coaching and Teaching in Special Education II SPED 5330 Professional Relationship

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 6 3 3 3

Early Childhood Studies Specialization 18 units ECH 5300 School, Family, and Community Partnerships 3 ECH 5350 Leadership and Supervision 3 in Early Childhood Settings ECH 5400 Early Childhood Literacy 3 and Language Development ECH 5450 Advanced Studies 3 in Early Childhood Development ECH 5500 Early Childhood Program 3 Development and Evaluation SPED 5400 Critical Issues in Special Education 3

Special Education Specialization SPED 5100 Induction and Reflective Coaching and Teaching in Special Education I SPED 5110 Induction and Reflective Coaching and Teaching in Special Education II SPED 5120 Internship and Reflective Coaching and Teaching in Special Education I SPED 5130 Internship and Reflective Coaching and Teaching in Special Education II SPED 5400 Critical Issues in Special Education

15 units 6

Transitional Kindergarten Specialization GRS 5200 Teaching Transitional Kindergarten I

15 units 6

GRS 5210 Teaching Transitional Kindergarten II

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6 6 6 3

Complete three (3) units from the following: ECH 5300 School, Family, and Community Partnerships ECH 5350 Leadership and Supervision in Early Childhood Settings ECH 5400 Early Childhood Literacy and Language Development ECH 5450 Advanced Studies in Early Childhood Development ECH 5500 Early Childhood Program Development and Evaluation

3 3 3 3 3

Teaching: Elementary 18 units EDUC 5130 Equity & Diversity in MS School Setting 3 EDUC 5160 Pedagogical Approaches in Literacy Acquisition 3 EDUC 505 Teaching Mathematics & Science 3 EDUC 5120 Teaching Social Studies & Language Arts 3 EDUC 5180 Classroom Management and Ethics 3 SPED 5330 Professional Relationship 3 EDUC 5410 The Exceptional Child 3

Total 30–33 Units

Educational Leadership Specialization 18 units EDUL 5300 Introduction to Educational Leadership 3 EDUL 5340 Program Development and Evaluation 3 EDUL 5560 School Law and Finance 3 EDUL 5580 Policy, Governance and Community Relations 3 EDUL 5600 School Site Leadership 3 and Organizational Development EDUC 5440 Personnel Leadership and Development 3

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Admissions Requirements Application for admission with a $45 application fee.

Official transcript from an accredited college or university reflecting the completion of a baccalaureate degree.

Minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA or last 60/90 unit GPA. Additional opportunities may be available for a student to overcome an unsatisfactory GPA. Written statement of purpose OR in-person/virtual program interview (student’s choice). Written statement (500-word maximum) or interview will address: • What are your educational goals?

• How will this program help meet those goals?

• What makes you a good fit for CBU? Additional requirements may be requested.

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How to Apply

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Submit a graduate application at

calbaptist.edu/gradapp.

Send official college or university transcripts.

Provide any supplemental documents required.

Application Deadlines Fall

Spring

Summer

Priority

May 15

November 1

March 1

Standard

August 1

December 1

April 1

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Graduate Admissions

Dr. Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education

8432 Magnolia Avenue Riverside, CA 92504

8432 Magnolia Avenue Riverside, CA 92504

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