What program do you teach at Concordia University St. Paul? What drew you to this field of study? What keeps you excited about it? I currently teach in the Ed.S. Educational Leadership program. I’m currently a practitioner in the field, having served 21 years as a principal and currently as
Effective educational leaders have a strong guiding power — a dream, a vision, or moral purpose. This vision drives them to want to be a part of something bigger than themselves. It encourages them to create a purpose that will make the world a better place. It motivates them to
The decision to pursue a doctoral degree in education is one that no individual takes lightly. Weighing the professional and personal benefits for your career, your family, and your goals is an essential piece of considering such a commitment. Developing a support network is foundational step one in such a
If you are wondering what the purpose of a master’s degree in education is, you are not alone. Until I was in the market to become a licensed elementary teacher, I would not have known what credentials were necessary to obtain this title. If you have an undergraduate degree already,
What is a Master’s in Educational Leadership? The goal of the master of arts in education in educational leadership (MAEd) at Concordia University St. Paul is to build a solid foundation for administrative licensure candidates. Cohorts of educators learn about leadership styles, practice new skills, develop a deeper understanding of
When I started my teaching career I had a bachelor’s degree in secondary education. I knew that I wanted to return to school at some point to obtain a master’s degree. After my first year of full-time teaching, I decided to look into master’s programs. I found the master’s in
What is a Reading Endorsement? The Reading Endorsement program is a general overview of teaching reading at every grade level, as well as instruction to better understand a school district and their plan for reading instruction district-wide. The course work focuses on each level, elementary, middle school, and high school,
Ashlee graduated from Concordia University St. Paul with a reading endorsement and currently works as a sixth-grade language arts teacher for a middle school in Minnesota. Ashlee is already an accomplished classroom teacher, has served on numerous school committees, and is currently working on her doctorate. We asked her to
What does the program encompass? Guided by the Program Essential Question, “In light of what we know about how children learn and education policy and practice, how shall educators best utilize technology to enhance student achievement?,” Concordia University St. Paul’s M.A.Ed. with emphasis in Educational Technology is a ten-course program
Jamie Sheahan graduated from Concordia University St. Paul with an M.A.Ed. in Educational Leadership and currently works as the Digital Curriculum Project Lead for an alternative high school in Minnesota. Her current role tasks her with overhauling her school’s online curriculum to provide more engaging, relevant, standards-based learning experiences for
