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M.S. in Education – Concentration in Higher Education

M.S. in Education – Concentration in Higher Education. Program Coordinator: Dr. Dawn R. Person dperson@fullerton.edu. Components of the M.S. in Education (Higher Education) Program. Leadership Research Higher education issues: Students Institutions Diversity and equity

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M.S. in Education – Concentration in Higher Education

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  1. M.S. in Education – Concentration in Higher Education Program Coordinator: Dr. Dawn R. Person dperson@fullerton.edu

  2. Components of the M.S. in Education (Higher Education) Program Leadership Research Higher education issues: Students Institutions Diversity and equity Fieldwork

  3. Who Should Consider the Program? • Entry-levelprofessionals in higher education • Recent college graduatesinterested in working in a higher education setting • Career changerswho have related experience or interest in working in higher education

  4. Nature of the ProgramCourses will be offered to accommodate working people • 30 Total Units of Coursework • Cohort-based program • 400 hours of fieldwork over two semesters • Year-round program including summer session

  5. Course of Study • Semester One: • EDAD 521: History and Philosophy of Higher Education • EDAD 503: Organizational Leadership • Semester Two: • EDAD 510: Research Design • EDAD 522: College Students’ Characteristics and Cultures

  6. Course of Study (cont) • Semester Three: • EDAD 524: Diversity, Access, and Equity • EDAD 523: Student Learning and Development • Semester Four: • EDAD 505: Instructional Leadership • EDAD 568: Fieldwork • Semester Five: • EDAD 595: Professional Seminar in Higher Education • EDAD 568: Fieldwork

  7. Fieldwork – 400 Hours Over Two Semesters You can use your current job for one semester including something new in your work load • Working professionals can complete fieldwork hours in a number of ways including: • Reduction in work day • Weekday evening hours • Weekend hours Fieldwork sites will be identified Or You may also find your own and it must be approved by the instructor/program coordinator

  8. Culminating Activities Comprehensive Exam • Written examination taken at the end of the program • Includes a case scenario and open-ended questions that allow you to display your skills at writing, critical thinking, analysis, and application of theory to practice • Students have two opportunities to pass the exam • The professional seminar class, in particular, along with all other courses will aid students in preparation for the exam

  9. E-Portfolio Start this process in the first semester Includes: Examples of work Fieldwork Resume Presentations Conference participation

  10. HELO • Professional Association • Conference Attendance Co-Curricular Program Graduate Assistantships Orientation Retreat

  11. The People Make the Program Valuable faculty who are: • Experts and Practitioners • Researchers engaged in local education problems • Experience and dedicated

  12. The People Make the Program Continued……..

  13. Students are: Diverse in educational backgrounds and experiences Interested in two or four-year colleges Aspire to be educational leaders Interested in change Committed to and value diversity Invested in the learning process and the cohort concept

  14. Center for Research on Educational Access and Leadership (C-REAL) • Research on local education problems in K-12 and community colleges that is systemic and solution-focused • Research includes program intervention effectiveness, assessment, and evaluation • Involves a partnership between local educational agencies, schools, and colleges along with CSUF doctoral faculty and graduate students • Outcomes include dissemination of findings through publications and presentations

  15. Admission Deadlines More details: • Applications deadline for Fall 2011 is March 1st, 2012. • Applications received after the deadline date may be considered. • For information on the application process, please contact: • Crystal Barnett at crbarnett@fullerton.edu or at 657-278-4023 • For information on the program content, please contact: • Dr. Person at dperson@fullerton.edu

  16. Admissions Requirements

  17. Earned a baccalaureate degree from accredited institutions of higher education with a GPA in upper division of 3.0 or above • Demonstrated educational leadership potential and skills including successful experience in school, college, or the community • Demonstrated academic excellence, problem-solving ability, and an interest in higher education leadership, students, administration or advocacy • Three confidential recommendation forms attesting to the professional potential and ability of the candidate • Written statement of purpose • Professional resume • On-campus interview with the Admissions Committee Admission Requirements:

  18. Elements of the Application • - Application fee: $55 • - Graduate application at www.csumentor.edu • - Supplemental application includes: • Statement of purposes • Response to questions • Professional resume - Three recommendation forms - Employer Support Agreement - Transcripts from all universities and community colleges attended

  19. Program Cost • The fees are based per semester

  20. We Aspire to Higher Heights! We look forward to your success We are committed to equity and diversity in higher education

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