Concordia College Master of Education Teaching & Learning Brochure

Master of Education with a concentration in

TEACHING & LEARNING

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What Sets Us Apart One-of-a-Kind Program | The condensed summer schedule and online interactive coursework during the academic year make the program schedule feasible for busy professionals.

Excellent Track Record | Concordia College has more than a decade of experience preparing K-12 educators with the tools they need to design innovative and equitable lessons, activities, and classrooms, to serve all students. As our master’s programs mature, faculty continually seek ways to enhance coursework, integrate innovation and enrich the student experience.

Personal Attention | The graduate faculty at Concordia place strong emphasis on advising and mentoring students to reach their goals of personal and professional success. Students receive individual guidance throughout the program and as they take the next steps to advance their teaching careers.

Professsional Advancement | Develop skills and knowledge aligning with all five areas of the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards. Students complete the program prepared to sit for National Board Certification.

The Master of Education with a Concentration in Teaching & Learning program is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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More Than Curriculum Cultural Integration | Strong focus is placed on meeting the needs of diverse learners of various backgrounds, and integrating topics of social justice and equitable practices into the curriculum.

Learning Support | Within the online format, students will have the opportunity to connect, learn and share with others in their cohort no matter where they reside.

The supportive relationships of the cohort-based community and teaching faculty play an important role in student success.

Concordia Values | Gain a true sense of purpose and focus on what it means to become responsibly engaged in the world. Strong, foundational coursework in the liberal arts prepares students to learn, lead and serve with character and compassion.

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Curriculum | 34 Credits in Two Years Enhance your pedagogical knowledge and skills to develop innovative curricula and learning activities through in-depth, relevant courses.

SUMMER YEAR ONE 10 Credit Hours • Impactful Practices in the Classroom • Meaningful Assessment Practices • Motivating Students via Technology ACADEMIC YEAR ONE 8 Credit Hours • Psycho, Social, Emotional Foundations for Effective Instruction • Critical Pedagogy and Equity SUMMER YEAR TWO 10 Credit Hours • Introduction to Quantitative and Qualitative Research • Special Topics • Effective Approaches to Teaching English Learners in the Classroom ACADEMIC YEAR TWO 7 Credit Hours • Online Seminar • Research Thesis or Professional Project • Continuing Education

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Admission and Application We accept applications through GradCAS, a centralized application system servicing graduate programs nationwide. Your application and all required materials will be submitted here.

The program operates on a rolling admission basis each year; review of applications will begin in October and continue through May or until the cohort is filled. The program begins the first week of June.

Admission Requirements • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 • A current one-page resume • An essay of at least 500 words, representing your highest level of academic writing including a description of your professional experiences, goals and background that have contributed to your readiness for graduate education • Three letters of recommendation from different individuals with strong knowledge of your professional character including observation of special skills and your ability to succeed in a graduate program • Official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions • Application fee of $24

Application • Applicants will create an account in GradCAS and complete four application sections, assign evaluators, upload documents and answer program questions.

International Students • International transcripts must be sent to an approved credential evaluation agency for review.

• English proficiency must be demonstrated by test scores from IELTS (minimum of 6.5) or TOEFL (minimum of 80).

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Graduate Elective Courses Both degree and non-degree-seeking students are welcome to take individual graduate program and elective courses from our Master of Education programs.

We also offer graduate-level language courses from the Graduate Language Certificate program, on a variety of special topics.

Take courses that will prepare you to integrate current teaching and learning methodologies into your curriculum, enhance your pedagogy skills, and add innovative technology in your classroom.

Cost | $595 per credit There is no application for graduate elective course registration.

Explore course details and register easily online.

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Financial Information Tuition | $560 per credit A per credit fee of $35 will be incurred for technology (ITS), library, and support from campus offices.

Total | $595 per credit A $300 deposit is required to hold a seat in the program. The deposit will be applied to the first tuition payment. Room and board details are available on the website.

To apply for all forms of federal financial aid you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. The FAFSA can be completed any time after Oct. 1 for the following academic year. Students will also need to complete a FAFSA for the current academic year to receive aid for the first summer session.

Visit StudentAid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa.

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Faculty We are proud of the two main features that set us apart from other graduate programs – our individualized approach to graduate education and the support and care our faculty offer our students. Students continually tell us that they never anticipated having the kind of support from faculty and their cohort that they receive in our program, and it lasts for years after they have graduated.

Dr. Cassandra L. Glynn Associate Professor | Education Department Program Director: M.Ed. in World Language Instruction M.Ed. with a Concentration in Teaching & Learning Graduate Language Certificate 218.299.3857 cglynn@cord.edu

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About Concordia College Mission Statement | The purpose of Concordia College is to influence the affairs of the world by sending into society thoughtful and informed men and women dedicated to the Christian life.

Concordia College is located in Moorhead, Minn., and was founded Oct. 31, 1891,

by Norwegian settlers. Dr. William J. Craft is the college‘s 11th president; he began serving July 11, 2011. Concordia College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

At Concordia, we believe a great college should do more than prepare you with lifelong career advantages. We aim to transform your global understanding, character and compassion, inspiring you to serve the world’s greatest needs.

Becoming responsibly engaged in the world is our educational objective.

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