2009 ‑2010 Graduate Programs Catalog
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Muskingum University 2009 ‑2010 Graduate Programs Catalog MUSKINGUM UNIVERSITY Muskingum University is an independent church-related institution of higher education located on a 225-acre campus in New Concord, Ohio. Founded in 1837, the university offers baccalaureate programs in the liberal arts and sciences to approximately 1,600 undergraduate students in a residential university setting. The university also offers master’s degree programs to approximately 1400 part-time and full-time students, and continuing education courses to approximately 500 students. Muskingum University is authorized by the Ohio Board of Regents to grant baccalaureate and graduate degrees. The uni- versity has been accredited by the North Central Association since 1919, and has maintained continuous accreditation since that time. Its teacher education programs – at both the baccalaureate and graduate levels – are fully approved by the Ohio Department of Education and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Graduate and Continuing Studies at Muskingum University offers master’s-level and undergraduate degree completion (MAP) programs that prepare adults to succeed in a professional field. Reflecting the university’s mission, the programs are designed to develop whole persons – intellectually, spiritually, socially and physically – within a caring community which encourages individual fulfillment and respects human dignity. The curricula are rooted in liberal arts values, including critical thinking, positive action, ethical sensitivity and spiritual growth. The Muskingum University Graduate Catalog, published annually, describes the academic policies and procedures that apply to graduate and post-baccalaureate study only, and provides a synopsis of general information applicable to graduate and post- baccalaureate students. The Graduate Catalog is not, however, intended to serve as a comprehensive record of all policies and procedures, and students are encouraged to reference the Muskingum University Catalog and Student Handbook (available online at www.muskingum.edu) for comprehensive coverage of the general policies and procedures applicable to all Musking- um University students (except where explicitly described in the Graduate Catalog) and to find federally mandated disclosures. Muskingum University offers three graduate programs: The Master of Arts in Education, the Master of Arts in Teaching, and the Master of Information Strategy, Systems and Technology. Other programs are under development. The Master of Arts in Education (MAE) is for licensed or certified educational professionals. Graduate licensure, endorsement or validation is available through the MAE for early childhood, early childhood development, early childhood intervention specialist, intervention specialist mild/moderate, intervention specialist moderate/intensive, intervention specialist talented and gifted, pre-kindergarten special needs, middle childhood generalist 4-6, early childhood generalist 4-5, literacy specialist, principal licensure, teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL) and reading. Non-licensure programs are available in adult education, art, best practices, music, and invitational teacher-leader. The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) is for persons who hold a baccalaureate degree in an area other than teacher education, and who are not licensed or certified to teach. Graduate licensure is available through the MAT for early childhood, middle childhood, adolescent/young adult, intervention specialist mild/moderate, and intervention specialist moderate/intensive. The Master of Information Strategy, Systems and Technology (MISST) is designed for business or IT professionals seeking to gain a concrete understanding of the critical linkages between business strategy and technology. MISST enables students from diverse business and educational backgrounds to work together to identify and create solutions bridging the gap between technology and business to solve problems. Classes are scheduled on the New Concord campus during the evenings and weekends, for the convenience of students. A variety of courses are also offered at the Coshocton Campus, the Morgan County ESC, and at area public schools and community centers. Distance education courses are available on-line or through blended learning, a format combining on- line and limited classroom-based instruction. Graduate students have access to a full range of campus resources and services, many customized to meet the specific needs of adult part-time and full-time students. MISSION The mission of Muskingum University is to offer quality academic programs in the liberal arts and sciences in the setting of a residential, coeducational, church-related university and in the context of a caring community where individual fulfillment is encouraged and human dignity is respected. Its primary purpose is to develop—intellectually, spiritually, socially and physic- ally—whole persons, by fostering critical thinking, positive action, ethical sensitivity and spiritual growth, so that theyThis may document has been lead vocationally productive, personally satisfying and socially responsible lives. edited with Infix PDF Editor - free for non-commercial use. To remove this notice, visit: www.iceni.com/unlock.htm IMPORTANT CONTacT INFORMATION Graduate and Continuing Studies Financial aid and loan information: Montgomery Hall Room 117 Student Financial Services 740.826.8038 Jan Vejsicky 740.826.6038 (Fax) 740.826.8139 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.muskingum.edu/home/financialaid www.muskingum.edu/home/gradstudies Research & Information Resource Support: Academic Advising: Library Graduate Student Advisor 740.826.8152 Nancy Bradley www.muskingum.edu/home/libary 740.826.8038 [email protected] Transcript Request: MAP Student Advisor Registrar’s Office Marianne Huey 740.826.8164 740.826.8038 www.muskingum.edu/home/registrar [email protected] MISST Student Advisor Student ID: Mary Kaufmann Campus Services 740.624.5494 740.826.8147 [email protected] Books and Class Supplies: Bookstore 740.826.8170 www.muskingumbookstore.com Tuition Payments and Payment Plans: Business Office 740.826.8111 www.muskingum.edu/home/business Parking and safety: Campus Police & Parking 740.826.8155 www.muskingum.edu/home/campuspolice Computer Technology: Computer & Network Services (CNS) 740.826.8050 www.muskingum.edu/home/cns 3 Muskingum University 2009-2010 Graduate Course Catalog CONTENTS Muskingum University ..............................................................................2 Mission ......................................................................................................... 2 Muskingum University Graduate Profile .................................................6 Graduate Degrees .......................................................................................... 6 Graduate Teacher Education Programs ............................................................. 6 Graduate Enrollment ....................................................................................... 6 Faculty ........................................................................................................... 6 Campus ......................................................................................................... 6 Location ......................................................................................................... 6 Accreditation .................................................................................................. 6 General Information ................................................................................7 Academic Support Resources ........................................................................... 7 Calendar ........................................................................................................ 7 Campus Communication ................................................................................. 8 Commencement ............................................................................................. 8 Graduate And Continuing Studies .................................................................... 8 Human Subject Research Review ...................................................................... 8 Non‑Discrimination Statement ......................................................................... 8 Campus Life...............................................................................................9 Housing ........................................................................................................ 9 Food Services ................................................................................................. 9 Counseling Services ........................................................................................ 9 Career Services ............................................................................................. 9 Student Faculty Center ................................................................................... 9 Cultural Life .................................................................................................... 9 The Recreation Center ..................................................................................... 10 Campus Government ..................................................................................... 10 Community Standards ....................................................................................