Collaborative Learning and Teaching - Graceland University - Independence MO

Collaborative Learning and Teaching from Graceland University - Independence MO is a Online Master Teaching degree that prepares you for a Education career. Designed to promote the professional development of practicing teachers at all grade levels and in all subject areas, teachers work collaboratively in cohort groups to improve their classroom practice. Program topics, learning experiences, and outcomes are based on the five core propositions of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS). This unique program uses technology to bring people together in an educational environment. It is offered in either an online or campus-based format. Course Descriptions are provided below. Program Benefits Relevant: Practice research based strategies designed for your students Convenient: Study at home or school Timely: Focus on authentic and educative assessment Valuable: Use this fully accredited degree for career advancement Enjoyable: View video (DVD) of master teachers applying course content in real classrooms Rewarding: Apply what you have learned to help all your students succeed Collaborative: Share the excitement of learning with your faculty mentor and colleagues Unique Features A collaborative cohort field based learning application Connections between coursework and classroom practice Opportunities to align classroom practice with National Standards Program Delivery Collaborative Learning and Teaching is offered both online and as a campus-based program. Campus locations include: Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Des Moines, Iowa; and Independence, Missouri. During a two-year period, a cohort of teachers participate in 30 term hours of continuously sequenced course work. Of the 30 hours of course work, six hours are special topic courses, 15 hours are study seminars, based on the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Core Propositions, and six hours focus on action research. Students will present an action research project and a presentation to their peers. Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Teaching courses.