If you are a Wisconsin educator and eager to advance your career, The Master of Arts in Education program through Saint Mary's University is designed for you. All over Wisconsin—not just in the big cities—there are many passionate, dedicated teachers, educators who want a top notch program, close to home. If you are one of them, Saint Mary’s University is there to help you achieve your professional goals.

Check out Saint Mary’s M.A. in Education—for Wisconsin:

• Prepares you to apply for Wisconsin’s Master Educator License
• Practitioner-centered program, offered close to work and home
• Complete within 2 years (most), but you can take up to 5 years
• Track record. Saint Mary’s has been offering the Master of Arts in Education since 1989
• Small class size, a cohort of 10 to 15 other educators
• Weekend and summer classes
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The Master of Arts in Education, Wisconsin program provides an educational structure that brings the classroom to the students. Classes are delivered to students throughout the state of Wisconsin at convenient sites.

Independent Study Courses
The academic year consists of three semesters, and each semester students enroll for required courses and/or independent study courses. Independent study courses consist of learning experiences through courses from Saint Mary’s University, courses from other regionally accredited institutions, or action research. The number of credits per independent study course is based on the amount and depth of work to be completed.

Portfolio
During the program, students develop comprehensive portfolios addressing the 10 Wisconsin State Teaching Standards and present the portfolio to a panel of professionals as their culminating activity.

Upon completion of the Masters of Arts in Education, Wisconsin program, the graduate is expected to be able to do the following:

1. Engage in ongoing study of current educational topics using relevant research by designing and implementing a self-development plan, using a variety of resources and applying this information to the learning environment. (Supports Wisconsin Standards #4 and #9)
    
2. Develop school curricula using educational theory, learning styles, current methodologies and informed practices and effectively provide for delivery of this curricula. (Supports Wisconsin Standards #1, #2 and #3)
    
3. Establish partnerships with students and parents to create a positive learning environment. (Supports Wisconsin Standards #2 and #10)
    
4. Assess student progress using appropriate evaluation techniques and standardized forms of measurement that meet the needs of all students in the learning environment. (Supports Wisconsin Standards #3 and #8)
    
5. Demonstrate proficient levels of written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills that can be applied in a variety of situations. (Supports Wisconsin Standards #6)
    
6. Understand the principles underlying student growth and development and apply these principles to the school environment. (Supports Wisconsin Standards #5 and #7)
    
7. Promote multicultural awareness, gender sensitivity, and racial and ethnic appreciation by applying this knowledge to curriculum development and student management practice. (Supports Wisconsin Standards #2 and #10)
    
8. Adapt curriculum and instruction for use in technology and information systems. (Supports Wisconsin Standards #6)
    
9. Manifest a professional code of ethics and values. (Supports Wisconsin Standards #9 and #10)