MA Education (International)
Postgraduate
In Keele
Description
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Type
Postgraduate
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Location
Keele
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Start date
Different dates available
*We are currently finalising dates for 2017/8 intake of our MA programme, and will update shortly
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The MA Education (International) (MAEdi) is a flexible, part-time, semi-distance learning programme
It is accredited, validated, taught and assessed by Keele University, UK
The course is designed for those working in international schools and similar organisations
The aim is to broaden teachers’ knowledge, understanding and skills within their own professional setting
The programme has a clear practical focus, underpinned by theory and which provides participants with an opportunity to develop their professional comptence and enhance their capacity to engage in critically reflective practice as advanced educational professionals
The MA Ed (Int) is particularly innovative because it links different modes of study, which comprise:
modularised coursework undertaken on a part-time, distance-learning basis
work-based research related to experience and professional interests
content suitable for all curriculums (Including IB, AP, and the National Curriculum of England and Wales)
residential programme sessions (in the UK) which provide opportunities for participants to review, discuss and challenge ideas but also to share good practice
This prestigious MAEdi is open to any teacher in an international school in any country
The programme is also suitable for British state school teachers seeking a qualification directly relevant to international schooling and education
OVERVIEW OF KEY FEATURES:
• All units are delivered by Keele University staff, experienced in international schooling/education and educational research
• Taught elements hosted at Keele University (UK) in early August (5 day residential)
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About this course
A good University honours degree, English as first language or IELTS score of 6.5 or above. Direct entry to Year 2 dependent on suitable experience and qualifications (for direct entry to Year 2, successful applicants must already hold a Postgraduate Certificate in Education or equivalent, and be subject to satisfactory accreditation of prior learning (APL).
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Subjects
- International
- University
- School
- Part Time
Course programme
Year 1 entry: PGCEi (60 MA credits)
Modules: Learners, Learning and Assessment; International Educational Practice; Creative Practice.
Year 2 entry: Postgraduate Diploma in International Education (60 MA credits)
Modules: Towards a Personalised Curriculum; Global Educational Issues; Research Methods.
Year 3 entry: MA Education (International) (60 MA credits – dissertation only).
Taught Modules:
Towards a Personalised Curriculum (15 credits):
This module will undertake a critical examination of the construction of the curriculum. What are the purposes of the school curriculum? Who is it for? What is it for? Who designs it? It will also examine issues of power and control, and contrast these ideas with concepts of emancipation/liberation. The sociology of the curriculum will also be examined.
Global Educational Issues (15 credits):
This module explores the changing world of international education, especially the expansion and corporatisation of international schools in Asia. It reflects on the ‘nature’ of international identity, both for teachers and students, and critically explores what it means to be ‘international’ in an educational context.
Research Methods (30 credits):
This module is a necessary introduction to research and deals with research methods, concepts and issues, offering guidance about how to approach research so as to maximise benefits while minimising problems.
Additional information
MA Education (International)