The Master of Arts in Education program has been a vital part of Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus since 1989. The program consists of 33 credits, 27 required and 6 elective. Delivery of the program is course-based, engaging the adult learner in a rigorous and relevant learning experience. The courses focus on providing students with the attitudes, skills, and knowledge to become better teachers and leaders in their classrooms, schools, and districts. Students examine educational theory and research and are guided through the development of applications to enhance their current educational practices.
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The core of the program consists of nine required courses and two seminars which total 27 semester credits. The remaining six credits may be earned in a variety of ways. In most cases cohorts select electives from a large variety of courses designed specifically for the Master of Arts in Education program. Students are allowed to take electives from several other master degree programs such as Educational Leadership, Counseling and Psychological Services, and Human Development.
Up to six (6) elective credits taken prior to the start of the program may be transferred into the program. During the program, students may enroll in elective courses offered through the MA in Education or other Saint Mary’s programs. For example, students may complete courses and apply the credits to the Master of Arts in Education program from Saint Mary’s master’s programs, such as the Gifted and Talented Instruction Certificate, the K-12 Reading Teacher Certificate Program, Educational Leadership and/or GPDE courses. |
Classes are scheduled at locations in and near the seven county metropolitan area and in a number of locations outside the metropolitan area. Cohorts of 15-20 people each attend classes at facilities near their workplace. Most class sessions are held in the late afternoon and early evening weekly with a few Saturday morning classes scheduled each semester. |
Upon completion of the Master of Arts in Education program, graduates should be able to:
- Apply knowledge of child growth and development to plan an engaging learning environment.
- Design and differentiate curriculum, instruction and assessment to meet diverse learner needs.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively and respectfully in a variety of modes in a range of situations.
- Design effective classroom management strategies based on subject matter, relevant student information and expectations of the school community.
- Design effective assessments and analyze assessment data to monitor learning and increase achievement.
- Evaluate studies and design research to evaluate educational practice.
- Develop understanding of ethics and laws that apply to educational decision making.
- Access current information to develop skills of critical and creative thinking, self-evaluation and resilience to keep pace with a changing educational world.
- Apply knowledge of subject matter and standards to align curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
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