Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision

The Master of Arts in Education degree program is designed to meet the specific needs of educators through specialization in several areas - Administration and Supervision, Adult Education and Distance Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Curriculum and Technology, Early Childhood Education, Educational Counseling, Special Education, and Elementary and Secondary Teacher Education. Each area of specialization offers courses developed to enhance and refine the skills of the individual whether an administrator, educational counselor, classroom teacher, or corporate trainer.

The Administration and Supervision specialization provides expertise and leadership skills in the area of school administration. The program is focused on education finance, school law, roles and responsibilities of the principal, community relations, and supervision of personnel. The program examines techniques for establishing learning goals, developing curriculum, and evaluating programs. It further provides knowledge in the management and supervision of personnel, students, facilities, and budgets. Technical requirements of mandated programs, school law and policy, cultural diversity are also covered. All project work integrates theory and practical experience and is applied to the student's job or interests.