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Master’s Degree

Master of Arts in Transformational Education

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Advance Your Career as a Transformational Educator

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Transformational Education is designed for K-12 educators who want to advance their careers while deepening their impact in the classroom. Whether you need certification to become a licensed teacher or already hold certification and want to grow as an educator, this program equips you with the knowledge, skills, and credentials to succeed.

Unlike traditional certification programs, Gracelyn University offers a master’s degree in education on the path to certification, providing a comprehensive approach that prepares you for the classroom while earning an advanced degree. For those already certified, this program enhances your pedagogical expertise, leadership abilities, and instructional strategies to help you excel in your role.

This fully online program is taught from a biblical worldview, equipping educators who inspire, lead, and transform their schools and communities.

What You’ll Learn

  • Advanced principles of transformational education
  • Leadership and mentorship in the classroom
  • Research-based teaching and assessment strategies
  • Social, emotional, and cultural considerations in education
  • Technology integration for modern learning environments
  • Biblical principles applied to education and leadership

Program Highlights

  • Fully Online & Flexible– Study on your schedule while balancing work and family.
  • Affordable Tuition – Competitive tuition rates with textbooks included.
  • Faith-Based Approach – Integrating a biblical worldview.
  • Practical Application – Field experiences to enhance real-world teaching skills.
  • Pathways included
    • Early Childhood
    • Elementary Education
    • Secondary ELAR
    • Secondary Math
    • Secondary Science
    • Secondary Social Studies
    • Special Education

Who Should Enroll?

This program is ideal for:

  • Current K-12 teachers seeking professional advancement
  • Early childhood educators and paraprofessionals looking to transition into a teaching role

A Few Courses You’ll Take

  • Transformational Teaching Principles
  • Curriculum, Instructional Planning, and Assessment
  • Structured English Immersion for Educators
  • Advanced Strategies in Literacy Instruction
  • Exploring Spiritual Growth
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Program Courses and Descriptions

Transformational Education

This course explores best practices in effective classroom and behavior management, addressing a variety of evidence-based classroom management practices that are essential to enhancing students’ academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and motivational outcomes while also providing strategies for managing individual and group behaviors across diverse student populations in general, fostering the development of crucial decision-making and problem-solving skills tailored to the unique needs of students. Prerequisite: None
This course will allow students to explore the foundational principles that shape the field of education. This course dives into the historical, philosophical, sociological, and psychological dimensions of education, providing students with a solid grounding in the theories and ideas that underpin modern educational practices. Prerequisite: None
This course consists of observation and participation in the ongoing teaching/learning situations in classrooms. Prerequisite: Transformational Teaching Principles in Education
This course consists of observation and participation in the ongoing teaching/learning situations in classrooms. Prerequisite: Field Experience I
This course will focus on equipping students with the knowledge and skills to effectively accommodate and selectively modify curricula, materials, and procedures, ensuring they are adept at meeting the unique needs of diverse learners within Special Education. Prerequisite: Advanced Topics in Elementary Science Education
This course provides an in-depth exploration of transformational teaching principles within the context of education that allows students to delve into theories, strategies, and practices that promote transformative learning experiences for educators and students. Students will examine how innovative teaching approaches can positively impact student engagement, motivation, and academic success through a blend of theoretical frameworks, case studies, and practical applications. Prerequisite: Strategies for Teaching Diverse SPED Learners
This course will demonstrate Intermediate or Advanced theoretical and practical considerations of curricula and instructional planning in early childhood through elementary school. Prerequisite: Transformational Teaching Principles in Education
This course explores advanced aspects of social, emotional, and cultural perspectives on maturity, creativity, and high performance in children and adolescents from diverse backgrounds, examined through a Christian lens. Students will deepen their insights and competencies to address the complexities of fostering optimal growth and performance in diverse young populations. Prerequisite: Transformational Teaching Principles in Education
This course provides students with an in-depth exploration of advanced concepts, theories, and applications of technology in education, supported by relevant data and statistics. Through the examination of empirical evidence, students will gain insights into emerging trends, innovative tools, and best practices for seamlessly integrating technology to enhance teaching, learning, and educational leadership across diverse contexts. Prerequisite: Social, Emotional, and Cultural Views of Diverse Learner
This course focuses on the Science of Reading and provides an in-depth exploration of theoretical foundations, evidence-based practices, and current research in literacy development. Emphasizing the interdisciplinary nature of reading, the course examines cognitive, linguistic, and socio-cultural factors influencing the acquisition of reading skills. Prerequisite: Advanced Topics in Elementary Science Education
This course will address the use of formal and informal training in reading instruction and intervention, including assessments, instructional practices, and intervention to improve student reading proficiency for struggling readers, including students with characteristics of dyslexia in students K-5th. Prerequisite: Advanced Topics in Elementary Science Education
This course will is designed to meet the Structure English Immersion Endorsement certification requirement of the State of Arizona. Addresses SEI instructional methods for English Language Learners (ELL), including instruction in SEI strategies, ELL State Proficiency Standards, and assessment of ELL student academic progress. Prerequisite: Advanced Topics in Elementary Science Education

Broad Knowledge and Skills

This course explores advanced methodologies and intervention strategies for language and literacy development in elementary education. The course emphasizes a critical analysis of effective instructional methods, tailored interventions, and inclusive practices to address the diverse needs of elementary learners. Prerequisite: Advanced Topics in Elementary Science Education
This course will explore contemporary theories, methodologies, and practices in elementary science education in depth. Students will explore advanced topics such as curriculum design, inquiry-based learning, assessment, student learning, and technology integration to enhance science education for elementary students. Prerequisite: Elementary Language and Literacy Methods and Interventions
The course will explore innovative approaches to teaching K-12 mathematical concepts, leveraging technology, reading data, and differentiation strategies to accommodate diverse learners, and methods for assessing mathematical understanding. Prerequisite: Foundations of Education
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive exploration of advanced concepts, methodologies, and critical perspectives essential for effectively teaching elementary social studies. Grounded in current research and pedagogical best practices, this course emphasizes developing advanced skills and knowledge for fostering engaged and informed citizenship in diverse educational settings. Prerequisite: Advanced Topics in Elementary Science Education

Christian Life

This course will allow students to analyze key concepts and significant events that contributed to the emergence and development of Christianity, gaining insights into the cultural, social, and theological contexts of the early Christian movement. Prerequisite: Strategies for Teaching Diverse SPED Learners
This course provides an exploration of the key components of the Christian faith that influence spiritual growth. Through a comprehensive examination of foundational principles, students will acquire the necessary tools, resources, and strategies to foster effective spiritual development. Prerequisite: Survey of the New Testament

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