MAEd in School Leadership

Overview

The MAEd in school leadership is designed for teachers who are seeking the principal's license. It is equally relevant for teachers who aspire to work within a school system on curriculum design, development and reform. Program curriculum is based upon principal standards established by the Ohio Department of Education (ODE) and National Educational Leadership Preparation (NELP).

Explore leadership theories and practices that promote the success of all students in today’s diverse school environments.
Learn the essential elements to develop a school vision, establish a culture of high standards of learning and implement and evaluate continuous improvement plans.
Apply best practices through effective instructional programs and comprehensive professional development plans at the building and district levels.
Examine curriculum design, development and reform as influenced and impacted by federal and state standards.
Understand the components of a professional code of ethics as they pertain to the legal rights and responsibilities of students, parents, faculty, staff, administration and community members.

MAED Academic Calendar

2022-23 Calendar

MAEd in School Leadership Program Features

42 semester hours lead to the MAEd in school leadership and a building principal license that aligns with the candidate's licensed teaching grade levels.
Students who already hold a master's degree may complete just the principal curriculum to earn a license.
Complete an internship in your school district as you continue in your teaching role.
Enroll part time while you continue to teach and complete the master's program in just two years.

View course descriptions

Principal License Program

The principal license program takes two years to complete with a total of 30 semester hours. There are ten courses, including two semesters of internships. The courses must be taken in sequential order. A master’s degree is required to obtain a principal’s license (42 semester hours).

To earn a master's degree, complete EDU 511-Using Evidence, Research, and Data in Education and select three courses from the following MAEd specializations:

Educational Technology
Literacy
Mild/Moderate Educational Needs

Qualifications for the Principal License in Ohio

Must have a master's degree.
Must have a minimum of two years teaching experience or work experience under a professional pupil services license for the ages and grade levels for which the principal license is sought.
Successful completion of a principal licensure program.
Passage of state-approved assessment for school leadership.

Program Outline

Note: All courses are 3 credit hours.

Semester	Course
Fall	EDU 580 Introduction to School Leadership
Spring	EDU 581 Teaching and Learning
Summer I	EDU 585 Legal and Ethical Issues
Summer II*	EDU 583 Continuous Improvement Planning EDU 584 Pupil Services & Community Resources
Fall	EDU 582 Staff Evaluation & Professional Development EDU 586 School Leadership Internship I
Spring	EDU 587 School Leadership Internship II EDU 588 Management of Resources
Summer	EDU 589 Contemporary Issues for School Leaders ODE Approved Exam

*Summer Start - Take EDU 584 and then EDU 580 in the fall sequence as shown.

Advanced Practice Minor

BW's K-12 MAEd programs provide students with concentrated expertise in a targeted area plus the breadth of knowledge in another area resulting in an advanced practice minor. Minors can be obtained in:

Literacy
Special education
Technology integration

School Partnership Program

Many students enrolled in BW's MAEd programs are employed by school districts that participate in the BW School Partnership Program, providing them with a simplified application process and other benefits.

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