Master of Arts in Education
Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed.)
The Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed.) program is for active educators who want to improve their abilities in the classroom and provide leadership to the education profession. The program is designed to provide the opportunity for current teachers and educators to complete the requirements for the degree in two years while maintaining full-time employment. This program consists of 30 graduate credit hours and is delivered online.
A student may select from one of two concentrations: Curriculum & Instruction or Elementary Education.
Program Mission and Outcomes
The mission of the Teacher Education Department is to support and facilitate student success toward academic excellence, Christian character, leadership preparedness, and service commitment.
Students pursuing the M.A.Ed. degree will meet the following two outcomes which coordinate with Warner University’s mission to provide academic excellence.
- Master in Arts in Education (M.A.Ed.) candidates will successfully design, conduct, write and present an appropriate graduate level research study related to the education field in a timely fashion.
- Master of Arts graduates will compete favorably with peers for employment and for continued graduate-level education.
M.A.Ed. - Concentration in Curriculum and Instruction
| Prefix | Course | Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| EDU 5010 | Teaching Diverse Learners in Inclusive Settings | 3 |
| EDU 5020 | Advanced Reading and Language Arts Methods | 3 |
| EDU 5025 | Integrative Instructional Technology | 3 |
| EDU 5030 | Advanced Curriculum and Instructional Design | 3 |
| EDU 5040 | Research Design and Professional Writing | 3 |
| EDU 5050 | Advanced Classroom Management | 3 |
| EDU 6010 | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EDU 6020 | Advanced Educational Assessment and Evaluation | 3 |
| EDU 6030 | Pre-Thesis Literature Review | 3 |
| EDU 6040 | Thesis, Action Research or Grant Writing | 3 |
M.A.Ed. - Concentration in Elementary Education
| Prefix | Course | Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| EDU 5010 | Teaching Diverse Learners in Inclusive Settings | 3 |
| EDU 5E20 | Advanced Reading and Language Arts Methods for Elementary Education | 3 |
| EDU 5025 | Integrative Instructional Technology | 3 |
| EDU 5030 | Advanced Curriculum and Instructional Design | 3 |
| EDU 5040 | Research Design and Professional Writing | 3 |
| EDU 5050 | Advanced Classroom Management | 3 |
| EDU 6010 | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EDU 6E20 | Advanced Educational Assessment and Evaluation for Elementary Education | 3 |
| EDU 6030 | Pre-Thesis Literature Review | 3 |
| EDU 6040 | Thesis, Action Research or Grant Writing | 3 |
Admission Requirements
- Online application
- Official Bachelor’s Degree transcripts from a regionally accredited institution
- Cumulative 3.0 GPA (Students with a GPA of 2.68 – 2.99 will be admitted under a provisional acceptance. Students with a GPA below 2.68 will be submitted to the Graduate Committee for review)
- Full-time or part-time teaching position or evidence of willingness and commitment to field experiences in the classroom
- M.A.Ed. applicants should be aware that, per Polk County Schools, clearance will not be given to any individual with any criminal charge within the previous 5 years. Applicants should coordinate this background check with the Teacher Education Department.
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About Warner University
Warner University is a distinctly Christian university that strives to make a Christian liberal arts education accesible to all. We are committed to guiding individuals toward Christ-like character and intellectual maturity while equipping them to serve. We are located in beautiful Lake Wales, Florida, which is nearly the exact center of the Florida peninsula. We are just a short drive away from rapidly growing cities such as Lakeland and Winter Haven. At Warner we offer a variety of in-person and online degree plans. Choose Warner and answer God’s call, receiving an education that helps you pursue your dreams and grow closer to Christ.