Graduate School of Education

Master of Education in Teacher Leadership

Program Overview

After completing the requirements for the California Preliminary Teaching Credential, candidates may be eligible to pursue the M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership. The remaining courses guide students in deeper reflection on their own practice as they make stronger connections between theory and practice and conduct classroom-based research. The course of study leading to the M.Ed. includes 24 units from credential course work taken at the post-baccalaureate level (see above) and the following:

  • Introduction to Educational Research
  • Action Research for Practitioners
  • Classroom-Based Research Project

Credential graduates from other universities may transfer some of their credential courses into this program as well, but their requirements will differ.

The M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership program prepares teaching professionals who want to expand their knowledge and take on critical leadership roles that contribute to student and school success. The program is designed to provide the option of choosing an existing specialization or working with an academic advisor to create a program that addresses your unique needs.

There are two pathways to entering this program. The first is through the combined credential/master's program completed entirely through California Lutheran University. The second option is available to those who have completed their credential course work at other institutions.

Program Highlights

A key feature of this program is the integration of theory, research, and practice. The course work can be completed while students continue to teach full time. Much of what is learned is immediately applicable to classroom settings as teachers investigate problems of practice and conduct action research in their own classrooms. A limited amount of credential course work may be transferred from other institutions.

Option 1. M.Ed. for CLU Graduate-level Credential Candidates 

After completing the requirements for the California Preliminary Teaching Credential, candidates may be eligible to pursue the M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership. Candidates are expected to complete the final part of the program after they begin their teaching careers. The course of study leading to the M.Ed. includes twenty-four (24) units from credential course work taken at the post-baccalaureate level at California Lutheran University and the following courses:

MUST be taken in sequence:

  • EDTP 509. Introduction to Educational Research (3)
  • EDTP 510. Action Research for Practitioners (3)
  • EDTP 599. Classroom-Based Research Project (3)

Option 2.  M.Ed. for CLU Undergraduate Credential Students

In addition to the three courses listed in Option 1, CLU students taking foundations and/or methods course work at the undergraduate level will need additional units to satisfy master's degree requirements. These units may be selected from any of the electives listed under the "Specializations" tab.

Option 2. M.Ed. for Transfer Students

The program is a thirty-three (33) unit program. M.Ed. candidates may transfer up to six (6) units of graduate level course work into the program if deemed equivalent to the California Lutheran University teacher credential program course work. Students take 12 units from one of the areas listed under the "Specializations" tab. The remaining requirements include:

Required Research Courses (taken in sequence)

  • EDTP 509. Introduction to Educational Research (3)
  • EDTP 554. Educational Measurement (3)
  • EDTP 510C. Action Research for Practitioners (3)
  • EDTP 599C. Classroom Based Research Project (3)

(2042) Clear Requirements

This program is for individuals who would like to earn a California Clear Credential and already hold either a preliminary single subject or preliminary multiple subject credential. Candidates must be employed full time as a teacher and working for a school that does not have an induction program (BTSA). This program is offered entirely in an on-line format and has been approved as an alternative to induction by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. This program may be taken as a standalone credential program or may be part of a course sequence leading to a Master’s Degree in Teacher Leadership. Please contact Graduate Admissions Office for details and application.

Reading and Literacy Added Authorization

This option is designed to assist the teacher in developing additional expertise in the teaching of reading and provides eligibility for the Reading and Literacy Added Authorization offered by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

This program is being redesigned and will not be offered during the 2012-2013 school year.

Technology Emphasis

 

  • EDTE 522. Technology Information Systems for Educators (3)
  • EDTE 524. Media and Technology in the Classroom (3)
  • EDTE 526. Educational Technology for Teachers (3)
  • EDTE 528. Software for Educators (3)

 

Courses

EDTP 509 Introduction to Educational Research (3 units)

Description not currently available.

EDTP 554 Educational Measurement (3 units)

Assessment of typical and atypical pupils, including the preparation, selection, administration, scoring, and interpretation of culturally appropriate normed and criterion-referenced individual and group tests

EDTP 510C Action Research Methods for Practitioners (3 units)

Designed for students in the Department of Teacher Education, this course provides systematic study and analysis of current research and research methods for conducting action research projects. The objectives in this course focus on the (A) knowledge base (B) techniques and (C) applications of action research. Prerequisite: EDTP 554 and must be currently teaching with preliminary or clear credential.

EDTP 599C Classroom Based Research Project (3 units)

Class study for the development of an action research project and presentation. Admission to master's program required. Prerequiste: EDTP 510C

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Currently Accepting Applications for Summer 2012

Admission Requirements

Other Requirements

  1. Minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.7 for credential program; 3.0 upper division GPA for Master of Education (M.Ed.)
  2. For M.Ed. applicants only, submission of GRE (Graduate Record Exam) scores (unless Petition to Waive GRE Requirement is submitted and approved). The admission test may be waived for candidates who present an official transcript of previous college work from a regionally accredited college or university reflecting any one of the following criteria:
    1. An undergraduate, upper division grade point average of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale); or
    2. A combined grade point average of 3.0 or higher for the most recent 60 units of study consisting of any of the following: graduate course work, upper division post baccalaureate course work (exclusive of extension or continuing education work) and upper division undergraduate course work; or
    3. A minimum of nine units of graduate course work completed with a 3.5 grade point average; or
    4. A previously earned master's degree from an accredited university

Application Process

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Interested individuals are encouraged to make an appointment to meet with a Graduate Admission Counselor to review specific program information, admission requirements, start terms, deadline dates, and review financial aid options.

Please call (805) 493-3335 to schedule an appointment with a Graduate Admission Counselor or to request information.

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