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With the developing complexities in the management of businesses worldwide in the realm of Education, explore a world of opportunities and unlock the future with a Master of Arts in Education at Westford University College.
Program Highlights
- Credit Value: 180
- Modules: 7
- Duration: 1 Year
- Study mode: Blended Learning
The Master of Arts in Education (MA Ed.) at Westford, in collaboration with Liverpool John Moores University, UK, is intended for those with a professional or personal interest in education. It is an excellent opportunity for learners to excel in modern education in an increasingly interconnected world and receive an evidence-based approach to navigating opportunities and challenges in the realm of education. The program has been updated with best practice evidence and is based on theoretical perspectives and recent educational innovations.
It provides learners with a critical and analytical framework to engage with academic concepts, theories and research in the global multidisciplinary education study. It gives students a one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn about education policies and future pedagogies by allowing them to investigate and analyze social, political, historical, philosophical, and cultural issues in education. The program also includes practical teaching opportunities that will allow students to immerse themselves in real-world teaching situations while developing their pedagogical practice. Learners will also be able to reflect on and challenge their own and others’ values and assumptions to promote socially just policies and inclusive and ethical practices in education.
Key Learnings of the Master of Arts in Education:
- Exhibit systematic knowledge and critical understanding of theories and concepts related to education, globalization, and social justice.
- The study of education, globalization, and social justice, demonstrates a practical understanding of how research and inquiry techniques create an original interpretation of knowledge.
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of the role of educational policy and practice in addressing social justice issues in a globalized world.
- Synthesize ideas for research, reflection, and experience to establish solutions to challenges that expand or redefine existing knowledge.
- Synthesize effectively and communicate study findings in ways that adhere to relevant academic conventions.
- Demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, as well as the ability to plan and implement tasks autonomously.
- Analyze and critically evaluate data from a variety of credible sources to gain knowledge and critical understanding.
- Use knowledge of various philosophical perspectives on education to inform critical debates about its role in a variety of national and international contexts.
- Examine the consequences of relevant theory, research, and policy in educational governance and practice.
- Plan an appropriate research project that includes education and globalisation as fields of study.
- Challenge your own and others' values and assumptions to promote socially just policy and inclusive and ethical educational practice.
- Through systematic, ethical investigation, critically examine educational policy and practice in complex and unfamiliar situations.
- Recognize existential issues and ethical dimensions in complex and unfamiliar situations, as well as subjectivity in such contexts.
- Utilize appropriate investigational methods, research and present findings.
The program structure for MA Ed. Comprises of 7 mandatory modules which will be delivered across the duration of 12 months.
Module List
The module aims to give students a sense of the variety of issues that the philosophy of education has to deal with as well as the various stances that philosophers of education have taken on those issues. It also introduces students to key debates and traditions in education philosophy as a discipline, as well as how these relate to ongoing globalization and social change issues.
Upon completion of the module, learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of some key debates and traditions within the philosophy of education.
- Evaluate the relative usefulness of various philosophical perspectives on contemporary educational issues.
- Outline your critical response to issues in education, globalization and social justice, from a philosophical perspective.
The module aims to encourage students to critically reflect on their values, beliefs, and assumptions to develop practice, as well as the implications of relevant theory and research on their educational practice in various contexts.
Upon completion of the module, students will be able to:
- Critically explore theories and frameworks relevant to critical reflection and transformative learning in the context of education and related contexts
- Critically reflect on personal values and beliefs to evaluate practice and personal learning
- Critically reflect on the implications of reflexivity and transformative learning for future practice and research
The module aims to provide students with a critical understanding of the globalisation process as well as the ability to critically reflect on the impact of globalisation on education and social justice.
Upon completion of the module, students will be able to:
- Critically review the concept of globalisation
- Critically analyse the impact of globalisation on education and social justice in a variety of contexts
- Deconstruct the relationship between education, globalisation, the nation-state and citizenship
The module aims to critically review the inter-relationship between education, society and culture across a variety of educational contexts.
Upon completion of the module, students will be able to:
- Critically analyse the influence of culture, multiculturalism and multilingualism in a local educational context.
- Critically appraise the issues and debates surrounding social processes and societal factors that influence participation in education.
- Evaluate how social and cultural factors influence individuals’ life-long learning and future life chances.
The module aims to provide a critical perspective on various education systems within the context of political, cultural, social, and economic influences. The module also explores pedagogies for empowerment and transformation, as well as the sources and use of power in educational settings.
Upon completion of the module, students will be able to:
- Critically evaluate different models of educational governance.
- Analyse power relationships within educational governance and provision.
- Recognise and reflect upon how educational governance is both influenced by and has an influence on broader social structures and cultural practices.
The module aims to provide opportunities for education professionals to further their knowledge and understanding of practitioner research approaches in education. It assists in creating a foundation of empirical evidence for the evaluation of theory and practice as well as the use of research methodologies that are appropriate for the nature of the identified area. Furthermore, the module will prepare students to design, plan, and build a research proposal.
Upon completion of the module, students will be able to:
- Critically analyse the influence of culture, multiculturalism and multilingualism in a local educational context.
- Critically appraise the issues and debates surrounding social processes and societal factors that influence participation in education.
- Evaluate how social and cultural factors influence individuals’ life-long learning and future life chances.
The module aims to provide opportunities for education professionals to expand their knowledge and understanding of research methods in educational contexts. It aids in their professional development by assisting in the completion of a research project in an area of identified interest. It helps in the formation, implementation, and completion of an in-depth research-based investigation of a defined area of interest in the context of professional education.
Upon completion of the module, students will be able to:
- Manage issues of research ethics and power following educational research ethical guidelines.
- Critically analyse critical theoretical frameworks, policies and concepts in the literature around a chosen education focus.
- Apply appropriate methodologies and research methods to an area of professional inquiry.
- Synthesise data with the existing theoretical and evidence base to inform practice.
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Upon the completion of all the modules, learners will receive up to 180 credits, the Master of Arts in Education from Liverpool John Moores University, UK along with a certificate of “Certified Teaching Professional” from the Chartered Management Institute, UK.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Have a first-degree – classification, usually a minimum of 2.2 Honours or equivalent, of a UK university or equivalent overseas qualification: ideally in a relevant subject, e.g., Education, Social Policy, Childhood, Community Development, Health or International Studies.
- For non-standard entry, applicants need to demonstrate a comparable academic standard through past studies and 12 months of relevant work experience, along with a genuine passion and interest in the critical study of education in its broadest sense.
- Applicants who have completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (International) (PGCEi) with Unicaf as the approved Teaching Institution may be considered for advanced entry into the MA Education. The PGCEi would count as 60 credits towards the MA Education program with exemptions for:
- Competing Philosophies of Education (20 credits)
- The Critically Reflective Practitioner (20 credits)
- Education, Globalisation and Social Justice (20 credits)
- Students will need to complete the following modules once they join the MA Education: Education, Society and Culture (20 credits)
About Liverpool John Moores University, UK
Highlights of LJMU:
- All programs are focused on student employability with industry-informed practical learning and opportunities for work placements.
- Degrees are founded on high-quality teaching, ground-breaking research and extensive links with employers and business leaders both in the UK and around the world.
- The University is one of the highest climbers nationally in the Research Excellence Framework 2014, ranked 61st for world-leading and internationally excellent research.
- LJMU is the first university to receive two commended judgements from the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) during its Higher Education Review.
About Chartered Management Insititute (CMI), UK
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) works with business and education to inspire people to become skilled, confident, and successful managers and leaders. Chartered Management Institute is the only chartered professional body dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership excellence. Over 100,000 managers use CMI’s unique services daily. Organizations like Jaguar, Land Rover, Royal Bank of Scotland, Fujitsu, Allianz, Silverstone, Royal Air Force, London South Bank and Royal College of Physicians use Chartered Management Institute certifications for certifying their professionals.
Why Choose CMI?
- CMI Promotes the highest standards in management and leadership excellence.
- It is the ultimate management accolade backed by a unique royal charter.
- Provides practical insight for both today’s leaders and the next generation.
- Currently has 100k active learners and boasts 12000+ Chartered managers.
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