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Accreditation
American InterContinental University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associates, Bachelors and Masters Degrees.
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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Leadership in Educational Organizations
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The program is designed for dedicated professionals wishing to broaden their range of professional opportunities by acquiring strategic leadership skills necessary for pursuing positions responsible for education services and workplace learning and performance.
Students who successfully complete the M.Ed. in Leadership of Educational Organizations will have acquired industry-current knowledge that focuses on preparing them to pursue such careers as: Assistant Principal (certification requirements vary by state and school district), Dean, Instructional Manager, Education Administrator and many others.
The courses required to complete the Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Leadership in Educational Organizations include:
- Leading Educational Organizations
This course is designed to prepare students for operational and strategic leadership.
- Human Resource Planning and Evaluation
Examines the processes of human resource planning in educational organizations, including recruitment and selection, training and development, motivation, and performance appraisals. It provides an overview of human resource administration as well as addressess evaluation, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
- Education Planning and Development
Students will examine processes and issues related to change management, including changes involving technology. The course offers an opportunity for students to consider how educational leaders introduce and implement new educational programs, products, and services in an organization.
- Analysis, Assessment, and Technology
Students are introduced to applied quantitative and qualitative educational research methods in context of the practitioner's educational environment. Emphasis is placed on the use of technology in assessment practices.
- Educational Research Methods
This course focuses on educational research methods for the teaching practitioner. Students will design, conduct, and present an applied educational research project.
- Applying Learning Theories
Students will explore learning theories, such as cognitive, behavorist, social, developmental, and adult learning theories, as well as the research regarding transfer of learning in various domains. Students will apply these concepts in their respective fields by utilizing the practical instructional strategies based on these theories.
- Curriculum Design and Evaluation
This course examines the development of comprehensive educational curricula and/or development programs. Students will perform all phases of curricular design tied to their area of professional practice.
- Principles of Instructional Design
Course includes strategies for development of objectives, taxonomy classification schemes, content analysis procedures, and instructional strategy selection, as well as adaptation and adoption of available resources.
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Education Resources
Earn Your Degree Online
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Facts & Info
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Institutional Accrediting Agency:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
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Address:
5550 Prairie Stone Parkway Suite 400
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
US
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Institution Type:
Private, for-profit, Higher Education
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Delivery Format:
Our virtual campus provides students with a rich learning environment. Classes are delivered in a multi-media format. You'll have access to the Virtual campus 24 hours a day whether you choose to pursue your studies while traveling, at work, or at home.
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Technical Requirements:
AIU Online can check your computer remotely to ensure you have all the plug-ins needed.
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Geographic Restrictions:
None.
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On-Campus Requirement:
None.
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Calendar Type:
Programs begin every 5 weeks.
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