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Cannon-Clary College of Education

Graduate Programs

Summer 2008 registration
    is now open.
Fall 2008 registration                        
    opens on Tuesday,
    April 22nd at noon.

Master of Arts in Teaching
Master of Education
Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Master of Science in Education
Master of Science in Counseling
Master of Science in Educational Technology
Educational Specialist
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership
Not Seeking a Degree
Special Student
Non-Traditional Candidate Course Offerings

Master of Arts in Teaching
The Master of Arts in Teaching degree is designed for the professional development of the K-12 classroom teacher. This program provides for the lifelong learners, enhancing their skills and knowledge, utilizing the most contemporary of topics in curriculum and instruction.

All forms are in PDF format.
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Schedules:
MAT:  Spring 2008, Summer 2008, Fall 2008

Applications for:
Masters of Arts in Teaching

Curriculum:
MAT Curriculum Plan

Other forms: 
Educator Scholarship Application
Request for Degree

Also see the Graduate Catalog

If you have difficulty in downloading the PDF's above visit Adobe Support for help with downloading or contact gradstudiesedu@harding.edu and they can mail you the forms. 

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Master of Education
The Master of Education degree is designed to give new as well as in-service teachers advanced training in subject matter fields and in professional education. This program meets the needs of both new and experienced teachers who recognize the personal and professional benefits to be gained from additional training. Students who did not certify to teach at the undergraduate level may do so while pursuing the master of education degree.

All forms are in PDF format:
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Schedules:
Advanced Studies in Teaching and Learning:  Spring 2008, Summer/Fall 2008
Reading Specialist:  Spring 2008, Summer 2008, Fall 2008
Special Education:  Spring 2008, Summer/Fall 2008

Applications for:
Master of Education
Comprehensive Exams

Curriculum:
Advanced Studies in Teaching & Learning
Early Childhood Special Ed plan
Elementary plan
Secondary plan
Secondary plan Kinesiology
Reading plan
Special Ed 4-12 Licensure plan

Other forms: 
Educator Scholarship Application
Request for Degree

Also see the Graduate Catalog

If you have difficulty in downloading the PDF's above visit Adobe Support for help with downloading or contact gradstudiesedu@harding.edu and they can mail you the forms.

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Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Program for Building Level (Principal's) Licensure
The Master of Education degree in Educational Leadership rigorously prepares candidates to become highly qualified building level administrators. Standard teacher licensure and at least 2 years of teaching experience are required to enter the program. Candidates will complete a 37-hour program of study (including a 2 hour Bible course) inclusive of 2 internships and the compilation and defense of a portfolio. A program of study not leading to a degree can be designed for those already holding a master's degree. Completing this degree or program of study will qualify the candidate for initial building level licensure. Successful completion of the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA) and a valid mentoring program will result in standard building level licensure from the state of Arkansas as either a P-8 or 7-12 administrator depending on the candidate's teaching experience.

All forms are in PDF format.
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Schedules:
Leadership Schedule:  Spring 2008, Summer 2008, Fall 2008


Applications for:

M.Ed. in Educational Leadership

Curriculum:
M.Ed. Leadership Plan

Other forms: 
Educator Scholarship Application
Request for Degree PDF

Also see the Graduate Catalog

If you have difficulty in downloading the PDF's above visit Adobe Support for help with downloading or contact gradstudiesedu@harding.edu and they can mail you the forms.

Click for Educational Leadership Exit Survey

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Master of Science in Education
The Master of Science in Education degree program is planned to facilitate student attainment of vocational and personal goals without completing teacher certification requirements. This program is flexible and is designed to meet the needs of students who have specific vocational goals in mind.

All forms are in PDF format.
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Applications for:
Master of Science in Education
Comprehensive Exams

Curriculum:
MSE Plan
MSE Plan Kinesiology
MSE Early Childhood Special Ed

Other forms:
Educator Scholarship Application
Request for Degree

Also see the Graduate Catalog

If you have difficulty in downloading the PDF's above visit Adobe Support for help with downloading or contact gradstudiesedu@harding.edu and they can mail you the forms.

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Master of Science in Counseling
   Grad. Counseling Site

The Master of Science in Counseling prepares intellectually sound, emotionally mature, professionally competent counselors. Students come from diverse backgrounds with some individuals recently graduating and other individuals bringing varied experiences from the working world. All are preparing to be professional counselors in schools and/or community counseling settings. The M.S. program in Counseling requires students take and become proficient in eight core areas of counseling: professional identity, social and cultural foundations, human growth and development, career development, helping relationships, group work, appraisal, and research and evaluation. These courses are written to CACREP guidelines and lead to licensure as a School Counselor and/or a Licensed Professional Counselor.

All forms are in PDF format.
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Schedules:
Counseling Schedule:  Spring 2008, Summer 2008, Fall 2008

Applications for:
Master of Science in Counseling

Curriculum:
MSC Plan

Other forms: 
Educator Scholarship Application
Request for Degree

Also see the Graduate Catalog

If you have difficulty in downloading the PDF's above visit Adobe Support for help with downloading or contact gradstudiesedu@harding.edu and they can mail you the forms. 

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Master of Science in Educational Technology
Schools today are in need of instructional technology leaders, and this course of study will prepare students to be technology leaders in their classrooms or chosen occupations. Many educators also wish to gain knowledge that will allow them to recommend or request appropriate technologies for the classroom.
Additionally, this degree serves as an alternative for educators who want to further their education in an area outside of their specialization that will benefit themselves and their schools. Noneducation students will find this program helps them to utilize technology more effectively in the workplace.

All forms are in PDF format.
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Schedules:
Educational Technology:  Spring 2008, Summer/Fall 2008

Applications for:
Master of Science

Curriculum:
Educational Technology

Other forms: 
Educator Scholarship Application
Request for Degree

Also see the Graduate Catalog

If you have difficulty in downloading the PDF's above visit Adobe Support for help with downloading or contact gradstudiesedu@harding.edu and they can mail you the forms.

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Educational Specialist
Program for District Level (Superintendent's) Licensure
The Educational Specialist degree provides candidates with the competencies necessary for school district leadership. A minimum of initial building level administrator licensure is required. Courses and program requirements meet current Arkansas state guidelines leading to district level administrative licensure (subject to having standard building level licensure and the successful completion of the School Superintendent Assessment ). The Educational Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership is a 32-hour program (including a Bible course). A specialist project, a professional portfolio, and written comprehensive examinations are required for completion of this degree, in addition to completing the 32-hour program. A state approved 24-hour Program of Study for obtaining district level licensure is also available for those not interested in completing an Educational Specialist Degree.

All forms are in PDF format.
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Schedules:
EDS Leadership Schedule:  Spring 2008, Summer 2008, Fall 2008

Applications for:
Educational Specialist
Comprehensive Exams

Curriculum:
EDS Plan
EDS Program of Study Plan

Other forms: 
Educator Scholarship Application
Request for Degree

Also see the Graduate Catalog

If you have difficulty in downloading the PDF's above visit Adobe Support for help with downloading or contact gradstudiesedu@harding.edu and they can mail you the forms.

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Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (P-20)
This degree combines leadership doctoral programs for kindergarten through grade 12 and higher education.  Students will master core knowledge in these fields and develop a high level of analytical (quantitative and qualitative) research skills complemented by extensive and relevant leadership knowledge in management, planning and policy.

Accepting applications now for Fall admission.  Interviews for Doctoral program are conducted by appointment only in May and June.

All forms are in PDF format.
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Schedules:
EDD Leadership Schedule:  Spring 2008, Summer 2008, Fall 2008

Applications for:
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

Other forms: 
Educator Scholarship Application
Request for Degree

Also see the Graduate Catalog

If you have difficulty in downloading the PDF's above visit Adobe Support for help with downloading or contact gradstudiesedu@harding.edu and they can mail you the forms.

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Not Seeking a Degree
Students seeking additional teacher licensures or those who have already taken six hours of graduate work at Harding are classified as NSD students. These students must apply for admission to the Graduate Program as NSD students and are required to pay the $35 application fee and supply all admission materials.

All forms are in PDF format.
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Applications for:
Admission - Not Seeking a Degree
Education Scholarship Application

Also see the Graduate Catalog

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Special Student
Students seeking graduate work for professional advancement or personal enrichment may apply as a Special Student. This status allows the student to take 6 hours of graduate course work for credit by submitting the Special Student Application. There is no application fee required.

All forms are in PDF format.
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Applications for:
Admission as Special Student
Educator Scholarship Application

Also see the Graduate Catalog

If you have difficulty in downloading the PDF's above visit Adobe Support for help with downloading or contact gradstudiesedu@harding.edu and they can mail you the forms.

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Course Offerings for NTL Candidates

HIST 536 – Arkansas History

Reading Methods I courses are ELED 412/512 and RDNG 630

Reading Methods II courses are ELED 413/513, RDNG 635, RDNG 636

Flyers:
 Spring 2008 Methods Class Schedule

All forms are in PDF format.
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Applications:
Special Student Non-Traditional Program or
Not Seeking A Degree Application

NTL Educator Scholarship

Also see the Graduate Catalog

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