Program Curriculum
Core Courses
The program generally begins with three core courses. These courses focus on:
- Examination of research methodologies and the generation of research questions.
- The use of multicultural education as a theoretical foundation for examining the ways in which students' biographical journeys, values, and beliefs influence the questions they raise and the framing of those questions.
- Organizational change and school reform as well as the responsibilities of professional leadership related to educational change.
Individual Program Of Study
In addition to the core courses and the Capstone Project, you may choose elective courses under the guidance of your faculty advisor. These may be selected from M.Ed. courses, or you may elect to take appropriate courses in other academic programs such as the UWB Master of Arts in Policy Studies. Up to twelve credits of graduate-level coursework may be taken at the University of Washington, Seattle.
Culminating Project
You may select a Capstone Project from a number of options:
- Inquiry Project: The focus of an inquiry project is the improvement of professional practices and educational programs through the implementation of change or innovation in an educational setting; it extends over three quarters under the advisement of a faculty advisor.
- Professional Paper: A professional paper is done under the advisement of a faculty member following submission and approval of a description of the proposed paper; it extends over two quarters and includes a public presentation of the completed work.
- Professional Portfolio: This portfolio provides an opportunity for you to reflect on your learning and professional growth through the construction of a culminating portfolio. It serves to document and deepen your understanding of the competencies you have gained as a result of your participation in the program and extends over one quarter.
- National Board Portfolio: Those interested in pursuing National Board Certification can develop a portfolio to National Board specifications under the guidance of a faculty member; the portfolio is done as an independent study and extends over two quarters.
Admissions Advising
If you have questions or need pre-admissions advising contact:
Amelia Bowers
Education Program Advisor
425.352.5274 phone
