The Curriculum and Teacher Leadership (CTL) M.Ed. program in the Department
of Educational Leadership upholds a broad conception of leadership as a school
based activity grounded in principles of social justice, critical literacy and
community building as taken on by teachers in formal and informal leadership roles
in their classrooms, schools, and communities. The program is guided by a
conception of teacher leadership that encourages and develops the potential of
teachers as curriculum-makers in their classrooms, action researchers, and as critical
decision-makers across  school and community environments. The program is a
flexible yet focused program in curriculum and leadership, consisting of 30 hours
of coursework in the areas of curriculum, social foundations of education,
leadership, and research.

CTL program reflects the Department's commitment to preparing educators to
think critically about current school practices, to explore the links between
schooling and culture, and to develop methods of transforming schools with a
guiding ethic of social justice and equity.

The program is designed to meet the needs of a diverse group of educators,
including students interested in continuing in a doctoral program in educational
studies, K-12 teachers who are interested in furthering and enlivening their own
teaching by taking classes together, licensed preservice teachers just graduated
from undergraduate programs, and teaching professionals who work in educational
programs in the community and agencies.

Admissions Information

Assistantships

Program requirements

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PROCEDURES FOR ADMISSION

The application process requires the candidate to apply to (and be accepted by) both the Graduate School and the Department of Educational Leadership.

1. The candidate must submit a Graduate School Application Form, a $35.00 non-refundable application fee, and two official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate course work (Miami University students need only supply one offical transcript) to The Graduate School, 102 Roudebush Hall, Miami University, Oxford, OH 45056.

The Graduate School Application Form may be found in the Miami University Graduate Study brochure or by clicking here.

The above materials and application fee should be submitted to:

The Graduate School requires an applicant to have a minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 2.75 (or 3.0 in the last 60 hours).

2.The department requires candidates to submit the EDL Curriculum and Teacher Leadership Information form* and
two references to

CTL Admissions Committee
Department of Educational Leadership
Miami University, Oxford, OH 45056

*You will need Acrobat Reader to read the PDF file. If you do not have Acrobat Reader and would like a free copy click here.

PERSONAL REFERENCE FORMS

Two completed recommendation forms must be submitted to the EDL department. The potential student should request that one form be completed by a teacher who can speak to the candidate's ability as a teacher. Candidates must have one additional form completed by an individual who knows their professional work (other teachers, supervisors, principal, parents, etc.). Forms should be completed by individuals who know the applicant well, can talk knowledgeably about the candidate's work and potential for successful graduate study as well as potential for making a positive contribution as a school leader. Recommendation forms may be obtained by contacting the Department of Educational Leadership or by clicking here and downloading a PDF copy of the form. If you do not have a copy of Acrobat Reader and would like a free copy click here.

CTL Admissions Committee
304 McGuffey Hall
Miami University, Oxford, OH 45056

ASSISTANTSHIPS

There are a limited number of Graduate Assistantships available for students in the CTL program. If you are interested in a GA, please contact the Director of Graduate Studies by calling (513) 529-6825 or by e-mail fowlerfc@muohio.edu

CTL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

CTL students take  three core courses in Curriculum, a sequence of two courses in Research, and choose one course each
from a menu of options in Leadership and the Social Foundations of Education.

Sequencing of Coursework

EDL 639, Curriculum Theory, recommended as the Introductory course

Students are recommended to take all their Curriculum courses early in the program

The Research courses (EDL 608/648 and EDL 649) should be taken in a sequence, back-to-back, with EDL 608/648 in
the Fall, and EDL 649 immediately following in the Spring.

Concentration

The 9-credit concentration is a series of coursework identified by the student in consultation with the student's advisor
that follows a particular topical content area or theme. For their concentration, students are strongly recommended to
take at least a minimum number of courses (500, 600 or 700 level) outside of EDL in order to broaden their understanding of other educational topics and perspectives or fulfill any required licensure, certification, or endorsement. A listing of masters
level courses in other EAP departments that are available to EDL students is provided in this Handbook.   Students are
also encouraged to consult with their advisor and with other department advisors about what sequence of courses would
fulfil particular certification, endorsement,  or licensure requirements  (for example, licensure in Curriculum and
Instruction and Professional Development, endorsement in reading, or university certification in Women's Studies) or the state designation of Highly Qualified Teacher.

Possible Concentrations include:  social studies, multicultural education, reading, special education, women's studies,
social foundations of education, educational policy and law, educational psychology, and students with exceptional
needs.

Students may also take a Concentration that leads to licensure in Curriculum and Instruction and Professional
Development.   See: http://www.units.muohio.edu/eap/edl/programs/Grad/licensures/CIPD_home.html

Curriculum and Teacher Leadership

Master of Education (M.Ed.) Program, 30 hours

Courses

Curriculum (9 hours) ___  EDL 639: Curriculum Theory recommended first course ___  EDL 646: Curriculum Development ___  EDL 647: Curriculum and Cultural Studies Note: Students are recommended to take all their Curriculum courses early in the program           EDL 639 is a prerequisite for EDL 646.

Leadership (3 hours): choose one of these courses ___  EDL 607: School Law ___  EDL 609: Politics in Education ___  EDL 614: Family-Community-School Partnerships ___  EDL 645: Supervision of Teaching ___  EDL 721: Pupil Personnel Services ___  EDL 723: School Finance

Research (6 hours) recommended at the end of the program ___  EDL 608/648: Intro. to Research in Educational Leadership ___  EDL 649: Action Research for Educators Note: EDL 608/648 is a prerequisite for EDL 649.

Foundations (3 hours): choose one of these courses ___  EDL 621: Foundations of Multicultural Education ___  EDL 623: Philosophy of Education ___  EDL 625: Social Foundations of Education ___  EDL 629: History of Education in America

Concentration (3 courses, 9 hours) Theme: ____________________________________________ Note: These courses must be approved by your advisor. ___  course #1: ___  course #2: ___  course #3: