Education Principles and Practices, M.A. (Beginning Fall 2020)
The Master of Arts in Education Principles and Practices is an innovative, in-residence degree program designed to serve teachers and leaders working in schools as well as educational advocates who work in out-of school contexts.
Through core coursework accompanied by courses in a chosen area of specialization (advanced literacy methods, inclusive practice, or educational equity), students gain tools to improve in their everyday work with youth, communicate research-based best practices to diverse audiences, and work for change in collaboration with local stakeholders.
Curriculum Overview
The degree requires completion of 32 credits of coursework (5 core courses and 5 courses in a chosen area of specialization), a 2-credit capstone project, and an oral examination.
Fieldwork and Research Opportunities
All courses include site-based application of educational concepts and processes. Through the capstone project, students conduct action research designed to enhance their daily practice and/or spark change in their individual educational context.
Careers
The Master’s degree in Education Principles and Practices prepares students for a variety of roles including curriculum coordinator, teacher educator, professional development provider, educational outreach coordinator, nonprofit specialist, special educator, adult educator, and educational advocate.
Admission Requirements
• Application form and fee
• Transcript(s)
• Three letters of recommendation
• Résumé
• Professional goal statement
Application Deadlines
Domestic students should apply for the fall semester by June 15, for the spring semester by October 15, and for the summer semester by March 15.
Review Process
A committee reviews each application holistically.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
For priority consideration for graduate assistantship, applicants should complete their applications by Feb. 1.
For more information, visit the student financial services office online at http://finaid.slu.edu.
Accreditation
The School of Education at Saint Louis University is accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). To contact CAEP:
1140 19th St NW #400
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 223-0077
- Graduates will be able to critically analyze scholarly work in the field of education.
- Graduates will be able to apply research-based best practices to problems grounded in educational literature.
- Graduates will be able to communicate research-based best practices to diverse educational stakeholders.
- Graduates will be able to collaborate with a variety of educational stakeholders.
- Graduates will demonstrate understanding of the structures that influence the provision of educational services (including policies, laws, and governmental systems).
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| EDI 5920 | Collaborative Leadership and Communication | 3 |
| EDF 6650 | Seminar: History of American Education | 3 |
| EPE 5250 | Contemporary Issues in Education Policy | 3 |
| EPE 6960 | Capstone Project | 2 |
| Psychology Elective | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Advanced Educational Psychology | ||
| Advanced Growth and Development | ||
| Advanced Studies in Psych/Educ the Exceptional Child | ||
| Research Elective | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| General Research Methods for Education | ||
| Intro to Inferential Stats: Ed | ||
| Qual Research in Education | ||
| Evaluation of Education Programs | ||
| Choose a Specialization | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 32 | |
Continuation Standards
Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in all graduate/professional courses.
Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.
Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.
This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester. Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| EDR 5000 | General Research Methods | 3 |
| Certificate Requirement #1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Spring | ||
| EPE 5250 | Contemporary Issues in Education Policy | 3 |
| Certificate Requirement #2 | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Summer | ||
| EDF 5300 | Advanced Educational Psychology | 3 |
| Certificate Requirement #3 | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Year Two | ||
| Fall | ||
| EDF 6650 | History of Education | 3 |
| Certificate Requirement #4 | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Spring | ||
| EDI 5920 | Collaborative Leadership and Communication | 3 |
| Certificate Requirement #5 | 3 | |
| EPE 6960 | Capstone Project | 2 |
| Credits | 8 | |
| Total Credits | 32 | |
For additional admission questions, please contact:
SLU School of Education
314-977-3292
slued@slu.edu