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The University Alliance is the undisputed leader in the exclusive delivery of in-demand degrees and certificates from some of the Nation’s Leading Universities Online. Offering professional certificates and a wide variety of AA, BA, BS and Master’s degree programs, The University Alliance provides you the opportunity to achieve all your education and career goals.
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Finally, there is a Master’s program designed with the working teacher in mind. Whether you’re a teacher looking to increase your earning potential, seeking an administrative appointment or aspiring to develop stronger instructional skills, the graduate programs from The University of Scranton will prepare you for leadership success in and out of the classroom. Not only will you be more confident but also obtaining a Master’s degree often results in an automatic pay raise. In recent years, the education field has seen a steady increase in the number of Master’s degrees granted.
The University of Scranton is regionally accredited by The Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Graduate School is accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) and other accrediting bodies.
Interactive Online Technology
The University of Scranton, in conjunction with the University Alliance Online, offers you the opportunity to earn your degree anytime, anywhere — at home, at work or on the go. As an online student, you’ll be taught by the same University professors, and you’ll earn the exact same degree as on-campus students. Yet, you’ll have the flexibility to “attend class” whenever you want. No classroom attendance is ever required, making it possible for you to pursue your degree full time while you continue to work.
Through advanced Internet technology, you’ll be immersed in a stimulating online learning environment that facilitates communication and collaboration among participants and faculty. This state-of-the-art technology allows you to enjoy all the benefits of on-campus learning, without all the distractions and inconvenience.
Streaming Video Lectures Watch and listen to professors as they deliver course materials ONLINE or on CD, allowing you to view and review as many times as desired.
Internet Message Boards Interact with faculty and classmates on key topics, class assignments and more.
Chat Rooms Instructors host virtual office hours. Collaborate real-time with faculty and classmates.
Email As an online student, you will have direct contact with professors and classmates.
The University of Scranton
Nestled in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania, The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit University dedicated to freedom of inquiry, the pursuit of wisdom, integrity and truth, and the personal growth and development of all who share in its life. The University of Scranton was founded in 1888.
The University has more than 38,000 graduates, with a current population of approximately 4,700 students, including adult, part-time and graduate students. The professors are known for their excellence in teaching and for the personal attention they give to students. Of 256 faculty members, 84 percent hold doctoral or other terminal degrees in their field. With outstanding online communication tools, students have ample opportunity to ask questions, participate in research and meet with faculty.
Accreditation
The University of Scranton is nationally accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), and regionally accredited by The Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The College of Graduate and Continuing Education is accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) and other accrediting bodies.

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Master Degrees at The University of Scranton

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MS Ed Curriculum & Instruction

Description: Augment your knowledge with advanced research methods and instructional techniques. Geared toward certificated teachers. Curriculum:
EFND 516 Advanced Educational Psychology: Designed to take the educator beyond familiarity with basic psychological theories and principles to a level in which they can apply and use these theories to inform and improve their classroom performance.
EFND 521 Advanced Foundations of Education: Intended to present the foundations of education in an integrated, multidisciplinary approach. Traces the development of education both as an institution and in terms of the ideas that have shaped that institution. The goal is a thorough perspective on education as it is today.
EFND 506 Educational Research and Statistics: Designed to introduce students to specific research. Includes basic statistical techniques, such as correlation, t-test and Chi-square; quantitative research designs; ethnographic research; and meta-analysis. Emphasis will be placed on hypothesis testing. Students will be required to complete a scientific research project.
ECUI 506 Curriculum Theory and Development: Principles and curriculum construction, which underlie the reorganization of the program of studies for elementary and secondary schools, sources of the curriculum, methods of organization, structure of the knowledge and curriculum planning and development.
ECUI 541 Current Trends in Education: Students will examine trends affecting the environment of basic education and their impact on the classroom. Special emphasis will be placed on strategies, methods and models of instruction that address the trends studied.
EADM 501 Educational Administration: A foundations course in general school administration, involving philosophical bases, organization in democratic society, administration of instruction and personnel. Required of all students beginning a major in educational administration and a prerequisite for other courses in educational administration.
EADM 506 Problems in School Administration and Supervision (prereq EADM 521): Seminar for the student seeking certification in elementary or secondary school administration or in supervision. Emphasis on in-depth examination of a selected problem or issue in administration or supervision. Admission with approval of the instructor.
EADM 526 Principles & Practices of Supervision: A description of a philosophy of supervision, principles of supervision, the role of the supervisor, planning a supervisory program, techniques of supervision, evaluation, coordinating the instructional program, and trends in supervision.
EADM 516 School Law : tudy of common law legislative enactments and directives of the Department of Education as they pertain to school systems.
EADM 521 Principal as Administrator (prereq EADM 501): A technical course emphasizing the administration duties and responsibilities of the K-12 school principal. Attention is focused on types of organization, program of studies, pupil personnel, teaching staff, plant equipment and community relations.
EADM 511 School Finance: An introduction to public school finance. Emphasis on responsibility in handling student funds, district budgeting and accounting, and modern planning-programming-budgetary systems. Admission with the consent of instructor.
EADM 531 Practicum in Elementary Education (prereq EADM 521): The purpose of this course is to give the student practical experience in elementary administrative work. A minimum of 150 clock hours in one semester must be spent on this work. Work is done under supervision in a local school system according to a definite schedule approved by the instructor and the administrator of the school system involved. Admission by special arrangement.
EADM 536 Practicum in Secondary School Administration (prereq EADM 521): The purpose of this course is to give the student practical experience in secondary administrative work. A minimum of 150 clock hours in one semester must be spent on this work. Work is done under supervision in a local school system according to a definite schedule approved by the instructor and the administrator of the school system involved. Admission by special arrangement

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MS Ed Educational Administration

Description: Augment your knowledge with advanced research methods and instructional techniques. Geared toward certificated teachers. Curriculum:
EFND 516 Advanced Educational Psychology: Designed to take the educator beyond familiarity with basic psychological theories and principles to a level in which they can apply and use these theories to inform and improve their classroom performance.
EFND 521 Advanced Foundations of Education: Intended to present the foundations of education in an integrated, multidisciplinary approach. Traces the development of education both as an institution and in terms of the ideas that have shaped that institution. The goal is a thorough perspective on education as it is today.
EFND 506 Educational Research and Statistics: Designed to introduce students to specific research. Includes basic statistical techniques, such as correlation, t-test and Chi-square; quantitative research designs; ethnographic research; and meta-analysis. Emphasis will be placed on hypothesis testing. Students will be required to complete a scientific research project.
ECUI 506 Curriculum Theory and Development: Principles and curriculum construction, which underlie the reorganization of the program of studies for elementary and secondary schools, sources of the curriculum, methods of organization, structure of the knowledge and curriculum planning and development.
ECUI 541 Current Trends in Education: Students will examine trends affecting the environment of basic education and their impact on the classroom. Special emphasis will be placed on strategies, methods and models of instruction that address the trends studied.
EADM 501 Educational Administration: A foundations course in general school administration, involving philosophical bases, organization in democratic society, administration of instruction and personnel. Required of all students beginning a major in educational administration and a prerequisite for other courses in educational administration.
EADM 506 Problems in School Administration and Supervision (prereq EADM 521): Seminar for the student seeking certification in elementary or secondary school administration or in supervision. Emphasis on in-depth examination of a selected problem or issue in administration or supervision. Admission with approval of the instructor.
EADM 526 Principles & Practices of Supervision: A description of a philosophy of supervision, principles of supervision, the role of the supervisor, planning a supervisory program, techniques of supervision, evaluation, coordinating the instructional program, and trends in supervision.
EADM 516 School Law : Study of common law legislative enactments and directives of the Department of Education as they pertain to school systems.
EADM 521 Principal as Administrator (prereq EADM 501): A technical course emphasizing the administration duties and responsibilities of the K-12 school principal. Attention is focused on types of organization, program of studies, pupil personnel, teaching staff, plant equipment and community relations.
EADM 511 School Finance: An introduction to public school finance. Emphasis on responsibility in handling student funds, district budgeting and accounting, and modern planning-programming-budgetary systems. Admission with the consent of instructor.
EADM 531 Practicum in Elementary Education (prereq EADM 521): The purpose of this course is to give the student practical experience in elementary administrative work. A minimum of 150 clock hours in one semester must be spent on this work. Work is done under supervision in a local school system according to a definite schedule approved by the instructor and the administrator of the school system involved. Admission by special arrangement.
EADM 536 Practicum in Secondary School Administration (prereq EADM 521): The purpose of this course is to give the student practical experience in secondary administrative work. A minimum of 150 clock hours in one semester must be spent on this work. Work is done under supervision in a local school system according to a definite schedule approved by the instructor and the administrator of the school system involved. Admission by special arrangement

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