Coursework
Course Requirements
| Core Courses | 9 units | |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 571 | Curriculum Foundations | 3 |
| EDUC 572 | Advanced Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EDUC 573 | Philosophy/Ethics and History of Education | 3 |
| Required Concentration Courses | 18 units | |
| EDUC 505 | Advanced Literacy Development | 3 |
| EDUC 507 | Family, Community, and School Connections | 3 |
| EDUC 508 | Assessment and Evaluation in Multicultural Classrooms | 3 |
| EDUC 554 | Instructional Principles and Practices | 3 |
| EDUC 574 | Current Issues in Education | 3 |
| EDUC 589A | Research for Educators: Beginning Process | 2 |
| EDUC 589B | Research for Educators: Finish Reporting | 1 |
| Recommended Elective Courses | Up to 9 units | |
| EDUC 501 | Language Structure and Use | 3 |
| EDUC 502 | Methods of Bilingual English Language Teaching | 3 |
| EDUC 503 | School Practicum in English Language Development | 3 |
| EDUC 504 | Teaching and Cultural Diversity | 3 |
| EDUC 509 | Special Topics in Education | 3 |
| EDUC 544 | Educational Equity and Cultural Diversity in a Pluralistic Society** | 3 |
| EDUC 555 | Comparative Education: A Global Perspective | 3 |
| Other education electives as approved by the program director or approved transfer units | 3-6 units | |
| Total | 36 units | |
*Note that EDUC 589A is a prerequisite for EDUC 589B, which must be taken last in the program.
**Course for CLAD Certificate. Individuals who need to earn the CLAD Certificate may request approval from the program director to substitute some or all of the C.T.E.L. courses in place of required/elective program courses. Based on the student’s transcript of recent credential courses, the director will advise students which specific courses are needed for the CLAD Certificate requirements.
Corequisite
Students must subscribe to and register with TaskStream, an independent online, fee-based assessment service for the university, and must submit designated course projects as specified in the syllabi for EDUC 505, EDUC 507, EDUC 508, EDUC 554, and EDUC 589B.
Additional Requirements
- Students may not enroll in more than seven units per nine-week term.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many units do I take each semester?
Half-time students take three to six units every nine-week term. Most candidates
are working adults and do not take classes full time. Academic advising is highly
recommended to determine the course load required.
How long is a semester?
All courses are offered in accelerated nine-week semester terms in fall and
spring. For summer, the term lasts six weeks.
How many hours does each class session require?
Classes meet for approximately 4 hours and 45 minutes, once a week.
How many evenings per week do I attend classes?
Students attend one evening per week for each enrolled course.
How many students will there be in my classes?
This varies depending on the campus and the particular class, but the average
class size in this program ranges from 12-15 students.
Does APU require theses, dissertations, or capstone projects?
No, this program does not require a thesis, dissertation, or capstone project.
However, a research project is required in the final course.
How soon can I finish this program?
This program can potentially be finished in one year. However, it can take longer;
therefore, academic advising is highly recommended and especially helpful in
determining what is suitable for the individual based on personal schedule and
content of the current class.
Note: All stated academic information is subject to change. Please refer to the current Graduate Catalog for the most current and controlling information.
